This is an in-person class for English language learners.

This virtual class is designed for adult English language learners who are interested in working as IT Support Specialist.  Participants learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earnings, and a pathway to advance in the IT field.&

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. This is a hybrid event, so if you would like to attend remotely via Zoom, contact pinsneedlearts@hclibrary.org.

This virtual class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

Join us for an in person discussion of The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victory Christopher Murray on Thursday, October 19, 2023 on at 12 pm at the Central Branch.

Do you have a technical question about your computer, tablet or smart phone? Gary can help. 

Any questions must be submitted at registration in the special note section.

Read and discuss light-hearted books that will make us smile. The books will talk about love, hope, and grace. They will include humor, and perhaps some snark, to spice things up. It will be fun! Join us. 

3rd Thursdays: 2 - 3 pm

Play BINGO and compete for prizes as you test your skill at naming that tune!

Children age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

A  hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.

Explore how art, technology, and science can be combined by participating in different activities.

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.  Register if you would like a reminder.

AV Lab
Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor.
No registration required. Grades 6-12.

3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.

3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.

Create creepy candles in this class with the Cricut.  Learn how to cut creatures out of vinyl to craft seasonal decor with equipment available in the Makerspace. All materials will be provided for this class. Registration Required 

Unwind with a fun movie, fun craft and fun people! This month we will be watching The Mitchells Vs. The Machines (rated PG) and making buttons like Katie in the movie!

Open at all middle and high school students, drop-in.

Families; allow 30 minutes. Drop in.

Explore and engage in various STEM activities through self-guided stations.

Ages 6-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required.  

Delve into the world of Bigfoot, Yeti, Loch Ness Monster, and more!

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Readers' Theater makes reading come alive for students through interactive scripts that we rehearse. Practice builds oral fluency and strengthens reading and language arts skills while having fun.

Discover the basics of the ancient and challenging game of Mah Jongg. It is a game of skill, strategy, calculation and involves a degree of chance.

This is a class for English Language Learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics like small talk, common interests, life, work, and current events in a safe and supportive environment. The is an in-person class that meets in

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Calling all horror movie fans! Come share & discuss favorite horror movies, hear about under-represented voices in horror, and get going on your own 31 days of horror!

Explore the genre of nonfiction and join our discussions on third Thursdays!
 

Aug 17: The Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson

Explore the genre of nonfiction and join our discussions on third Thursdays!
 

Aug 17: The Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson

join us for a discussion of Killers of the Flower Moon, the startling, true account of the early twentieth-century Osage murders and the birth of the modern day FBI. 

You're invited to Thursday Trivia! See how much you know about science, music, pop culture, history and more!   Put together a team or come as an individual player and we will match you with a team.

 A solid thesis is the foundation for any NHD project.

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.