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.

This is a class for English language learners.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

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

Ticket required. Tickets will be issued 15 minutes prior to class starting.

On April 4, 1949, the United States and eleven other countries signed the North Atlantic Treaty, creating NATO. The treaty’s core provision was Article 5, which today commits NATO’s  member states to collective defense.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

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

Learn the basics of AI (Artificial Intelligence) while exploring real life-examples of its applications and discussing its potential impact on society.  All experience levels are welcome; no technical background required.

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

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

Challenge your friends -  and make new ones - to a round of Mario Kart or Smash Bros. Settle which of your favorite NBA players is truly the GOAT in NBA2k-24. Or check out some of our other great titles for Nintendo Switch and PS5!

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

Part of the Science of Art series! Learn the ancient art of Japanese marbling! By floating ink on water, students will create unique designs on paper. Taught by a HiTech instructor. (S5) 

Grades 2nd-5th; 30 min. Ticket Required.

It's big kid story time! We'll read sophisticated picture books perfect for upper elementary students. 

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.

Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.

 Ages 11-18  |  Ages 11-18  |  ** NOW A TICKETED CLASS.

Ages 8-12; 30 min. Ticket required.

Join us for an informal Spanish conversation and homework assistance time. We will practice basic phrases and vocabulary.

Ages: 11 - 18. Meet up with fellow fans and discuss your favorite series/games. We will be watching anime together, having game demos, making art/crafts, and exploring some Japanese language/cultural tie-ins. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed!

Ages 7 -10.  45 min.  Registration required.

Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.

Ages 6-10. 1 hour. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Learn what a mosaic is and then create your very own mosaic using paper.

All ages. Allow 30 min.

Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience.  We have both American and Asian sets available!

2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:

April 9 and 30 (2nd & 5th Tues)

May 14 and 28

This is an in-person class for beginning adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. You will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation.

Imagine, design, and create. In honor of Earth Day turn recycled materials into your very own working gumball machine. This is a teen specific makerspace class. If you love building, this is the class for you!

Registration required.

Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles.

2nd Tuesdays, 7-8 pm

Join for a discussion of the following title:

Spring and summer will soon be here! 

Are you looking forward to that international trip you have been thinking about for a while?

These classes are for adult English language learners at intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Tue. & Thur., 7-9pm.  If you're new to this program, you will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation.

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