This course will cover the basics of biochemistry, including types of biological molecules, protein structure, enzymes, and cellular metabolism. Students will build models of amino acids and an interactive glycolysis diagram.

Explore the fundamentals of coding and art by using Java code. Create your own interactive and generative art pieces through coding on the software Processing. Taught by HiTech Instructors.

Design and build a champion mousetrap car! Explore physics and engineering concepts such as torque, energy, and inertia to maximize speed and distance - all the way to the finish line! Taught by HiTech instructors.

In these dynamic fun filled classes, students will learn to set up a budget, evaluate needs vs. wants, and explore healthy vs unhealthy credit card usage.

Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered "How did they do that?" Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procreate. Taught by HiTech instructors.

Discover the world of post-production! Learn the skills of a film/video editor while acquiring an understanding of the technology involved with the profession.

Science rules both inside and outdoors! Join us for some awesome, messy, and WEIRD fun in the sun. We will perform fun chemical experiments and explore the principles of science! Taught by HiTech Instructors.

Learn about the elements in the periodic table as you arrange the periodic table; name compounds and balance equations; and discuss orbitals, electron configuration, and VSPER Theory. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Learn about the fashion industry from concept to delivery, the role of science, and how to use technology to create selected outfits and original fashion design ideas. Taught by HiTech Instructors.

This class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.

This is an in-person, drop-in class for adult English language learners.  Practice English conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.

The Community Athletic Program, or CAP, consists of a traveling trailer filled with sports gear, games and video game equipment and staffed by school resource officers.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

All ages; 30 minutes. Ticket required. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Listen to a story, develop observation skills while exploring nature, and participate in an activity you can also do at home.

Come with us on a Summer Reading Adventure! Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together.

Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Using various kits, students will learn about the science behind Pinball games. Students will build and compare tabletop pinball machines. Taught by HiTech instructors.

Using engineering, help us keep our carnival cool this year by building the water mister arch! Taught by HiTech instructors.

Register once for all five sessions, Mon-Fri.

Engineer a roller coaster for the HiTech Carnival! Using paper, tape, and other materials you could find in your home, students will build a scale model of a roller coaster! Taught by HiTech Instructors.

From photos to movie posters, what does it take to create print advertisements for Hollywood movies? Focus on the Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a movie poster. Learn to use layers, layer effects, and filters.

From photos to movie posters, what does it take to create print advertisements for Hollywood movies? Focus on the Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a movie poster.

Learn the basics of programming in Python! Create games, interactive programs, and anything else you want. Absolutely no experience required -- you'll learn how to program a basic game in the first class! Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

Interested in coding? Interested in design? Want to build a robot? Then FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) might just be the perfect competition for you!

Learn how the creation of art is influenced by science and do experiments in chemistry, fluid dynamics, and color theory to make amazing works of art!

Explore chemistry in a fun and colorful environment! Conduct experiments that range from the physical and chemical properties of matter, to Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry, and even Acid-Base Chemistry. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Ages 6-10.  45 min.  Ticketed. 

Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult.  Allow 15 minutes.  Drop in.

Pop-in and make a fun craft!

Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required.

FREE summer meals sponsored and served by HCPSS

Children must be present to receive free meals. 

All summer meals must be consumed onsite

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Learn how to use TinkerCAD, the basics of 3D Modeling and 3D printing. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Register once for all five sessions, Mon-Fri.

Learn about the many causes and solutions to air, water, and land pollution. Students develop their own project to benefit environmental health. Taught by HiTech Instructors.

Learn the basic skills in Adobe InDesign, students will learn the how to navigate InDesign's workspace and the tools that allow us to add images and text, create for print and the web, and more. Taught by HiTech instructors.

Discover the basics of Java, a class-based, object-oriented language used to design applications. Learn data and expressions, using classes and objects, conditionals, and loops. Create programming projects each day based on the topics covered.

Dive into the world of special effects, through the view of a Makeup Artist! Students will learn the history and science behind the film industry’s own movie magic.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! Students will see how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels, bridges, and packing materials.

 This course will cover the basics of how to conduct scientific research, including writing and testing a hypothesis, analyzing results, and reading scientific papers.

Compete in the ultimate racing challenge! Working in teams, learn how mechanical systems operate by using a 1:10 scale electric radio-controlled car that can be set up in 4 million ways.

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

Wednesday 7/19  2:00pm

Summer Flower Fairies

Design your own Summer Flower Fairy!

Ages 7 - 9

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

Ages 11 - 14. Registration required.

Learn the basics of composting. Composting reduces pressure on our landfills and recycles organic waste material into helpful soil supplements for gardens, container plants, and lawns.

Grades 4-7. 60 minutes. Registered.

Prepare to step into a world of boundless imagination, where heroes are born, and legends are forged.

Ages 6-10.  45 min.  Ticket required.

Learn about the first landing on the moon and the space race. Includes stories, activities, and a craft. 

Ages 9-11, 60 minutes. Registration required.

This class an in-person class designed for intermediate English language learners who wish to improve their English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.  The class meets in HCLS Central Branch.

Ages 8-12; 45 minutes.

Join us for hands-on learning experiences that allow us to investigate our world. 

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman.  We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings!

Join us for a discussion of the following books:

Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's cuisine is Barefoot Contessa. Pick-up any Barefoot Contessa cookbook at the library, cook some recipes and come have a culinary discussion.

Tinkercad is an easy to use, browser based Computer Aided Design (CAD) application. It empowers makers to create 3D models quickly, easily, and for free.

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or would you like to give sewing a try without purchasing a machine? Or maybe it’s been a while you just need a refresher. In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine.

These classes are for adult English language learners from beginning to low intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Mon.

Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.

Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm