Using the iPad Pro and animation apps, learn how to create your own 2D animations. Taught by HiTech Instructors.

Animation will only take place from July 31 - August 3.

Scientists use lots of different telescopes to peer into the vastness of space. What have they found? From powerful supernovas and quasars to massive black holes and huge nebulas, the universe is full of extreme and strange objects.

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

This class will only take place from July 31 - August 3.

Explore the wonders of film and television! In this course students will learn how to create their own show or movie from start to finish using worldbuilding, character outlining, and thematic structures to build their story.

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 a HiTech instructor.

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.

Ready to take your Photoshop skills to the next level? Create fire, lightning, and fireworks from scratch. Use filters, blending modes, and actions to integrate your creations into existing background images and enhance your final products.

Deflategate and the ideal gas law? Bend it like Beckham? What is a knuckle ball? Learn about the physics behind your favorite sports with hands on experiments. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Do you enjoy science class? Do you enjoy hands-on activities? Explore how you can create various kinds of “weird” substances in this class.

Adults, 90 minutes, registration required

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.

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.

Families.  Allow 20 min.

Chill out with some fun color-by-number and dot-to-dot coloring sheets!

Description: Students will learn how to use Ai to create a story for a children's book. Students will learn how to use illustration tools for the book. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Grades 9 - 12 only.

Learn about how physics works in different carnival activities such as vending machines, a gumball rollercoaster, and even a claw machine! Taught by HiTech instructors.

Learn about how physics works in different carnival activities such as vending machines, a gumball rollercoaster, and even a claw machine! Taught by HiTech instructors.

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

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.

Sound effects are an integral part of video and animation. After learning about the history of sound effects and the basic physics of sound, we will create sound effect objects for telling stories in motion picture formats.

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

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.

This course will explore the broad field of neuroscience by investigating its history and the important discoveries that have shaped present-day research.

Scientists use lots of different telescopes to peer into the vastness of space. What have they found? From powerful supernovas and quasars to massive black holes and huge nebulas, the universe is full of extreme and strange objects.

 Character designers work in video games, movies, TV, animation, and even comic books and graphic novels! Design and develop your own characters by using technology to create "model sheets" which consist of costumes, facial exp

Slide to the left... Slide to the right... Criss-cross!  If you think this course is about dancing, you’re close. Join us to review how to make shapes dance around the coordinate plane with transformations.

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.

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 how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light. Obtain hands on experience using a DSLR camera and learn numerous picture-taking techniques.

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.

This course will cover an overview of the topics in zoology, including cell biology, taxonomy, major vertebrate groups, physiology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Activities related to the course material will be completed each day.

Calling all cat and animal lovers. Come and enjoy cat stories and songs plus a chance to make crafts for you and your furry friend. Cat themed clothing or accessories welcomed!

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall, 30-45 minutes, registration required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Spark your creativity by creating a board game for your family and friends. 

Part 1: Play and discuss amazing board games. Brainstorm ideas for your game and receive your game kit. Let the creativity begin!

Registration required. Ages 9-12.

Work in groups to create mazes using Lego bricks and compete in Hexbug races. Bring your creativity and engineer the toughest maze that you can using your STEM skills!

High school students & the grownups who support them | Registration required to receive the Zoom link

For children entering Kindergarten this fall, 30-45 minutes, registration required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Ages 6-10. 45 minutes.Ticketed. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class

Travel with Jack and Annie to the 1893 World's Fair to meet great inventors and scientists then try an engineering challenge. 

Whether you're a gardener or forager, food preservation skills are essential if you want to extend the life of your harvest. Learn about methods such as canning, freezing, and drying, as well as specific recipes.

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.

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed

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