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

This is an in-person class for beginning English language learners.  It focuses on learning vocabulary and developing listening and reading, speaking and writing skills.  It meets in the Tapestry Room in HCLS Central Branch. You'll rec...

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. Plenty of opportunities are provided to practice both spea...

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. Tickets available 15 minutes befo...

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.  Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes b...

Ticket required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to class. ...

After school supervised safe-space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, do homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities. Healthy snacks provided while supplies last. Drop in. ...

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

3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required. Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music.....

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Families; allow 30 minutes. Ticket required. Explore and engage in various STEM activities through self-guided stations. ...

During this class participants will have the opportunity to create an original linocut. They'll learn carving techniques for printmaking, how to color separate their artwork, and how to hand press their own prints. All supplies are provided. Th...

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 the...

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

Why do eclipses occur, when do they happen, and how can we predict their timing? Learn about and discuss the astronomical phenomenon of eclipses. Homeschoolers welcome. Younger siblings and parents invited to attend with teen participant. This class ...

Feeling stressed?  Relieve some of that tension and join us for Stress Free STEAM for Adults.  This month we will explore kinetic art and create a mobile inspired by the American artist Alexander Calder.  All abilities welcome. M...

Because anime & manga aren’t just for kids… join us at the Advanced Anime Association. A safe space to geek out about anime, manga, and all things related with like-minded people who are of a similar advanced age. Create some art inspir...

Deepfakes, AI-generated content, photos taken out of context, imposter news sites – opportunities abound for misinformation to be created and shared in the digital age.  How can we combat the harm that can arise from this? Recognizing misinfo...

Deepfakes, AI-generated content, photos taken out of context, imposter news sites – opportunities abound for misinformation to be created and shared in the digital age.  How can we combat the harm that can arise from this? Recognizing misinfo...

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills. Instruction focuses on reading speed, word patterns, vocabulary, and reading comprehens...