Unless otherwise noted, registration is required and programs are for HPL cardholders only. All November and December programs will be offered online via Zoom, YouTube, Instagram or Facebook Live. Please note some programs require weekly registration.
December 1, All day • Entering Grades 6 and up
All food has a story to tell. How it was made, why it was necessary, and where it came from -- even snacks! Pick up some snacks from around the globe, and learn about their story. Write your reviews to be featured on our Instagram. *Snacks may contain allergens. Entering Grades 6 and up
Wednesdays, Dec 1, 8, 15 • 6:00 to 7:30 pm • Register Online HERE
Registration is required to receive Zoom sign-in via email.
Join with other area teens to prepare for the current SAT. You will receive a link from Project Excel upon registration. Registration required. Grades 9 and up.
Wednesdays, December 8 • 7:00 to 8:30 pm • Register online HERE
Registration is required to receive Zoom sign-in via email.
Join us every Thursday night on Zoom for an ongoing campaign each month. This program incorporates some D&D mechanics, with a focus on storytelling. Grades 6 and up
Tuesday, December 14 • 6:30 to 8:00 pm • Register Online HERE
Registration is required.
Welcome to our all new book and video game crossover club! Read a book and play the game based on that book, as we deep dive into such topics as, character development through leveling up, how the game mechanics compliment (or hinder) the narrative, theme, pacing, music & mood, design, and many more. Grades 6 and up
Wednesdays, December 15 • 7:00 to 8:30 pm • Register online HERE
Registration is required to receive Zoom sign-in via email.
Join us every Thursday night on Zoom for an ongoing campaign each month. This program incorporates some D&D mechanics, with a focus on storytelling. Grades 6 and up
Thursday, December 16 • 5:00 to 6:00 pm • Register Online HERE
Learn how to make fun and easy dishes from around the world! Join Project Excel’s monthly cooking club and enjoy seasonal, global, and holiday themes culinary delights. Registration required. Grades 6 and up.
Monday, December 27 • 7:00 to 8:00 pm • Register Online HERE
Registration is required to receive Zoom sign-in via email.
Join librarians Andrea & James for discussions about some of today’s best new graphic novels. Fans of Raina Telgemeier will appreciate these entertaining and poignant stories from different phases of life. Parents and family are encouraged to read along and join the conversation! December's selection is Just Pretend by Tori Sharp. Pick up a copy when you register. While supplies last. Entering Grades 4 and up/Family
Tuesday, December 28 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm • Register Online HERE • Station Branch Teen Territory
Registration is required.
Welcome back to our Anime & Manga club! Each meeting we’ll catch up on the latest otaku news, book-chat a manga title (either new or classic!), watch anime - and sometimes we’ll host special events! This month we're playing an Anime & Manga themed game of D&D Plus. Play as your favorite Anime & Manga characters. Never played Dungeons and Dragons before? No problem - this is a very easy version of it. We'll even provide you with a mechanical pencil, and dice set you get to keep just for playing! If you're interested in playing more D&D Plus, why not join our weekly D&D Plus via Zoom program? Grades 7 and up
