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Sewing Machine Basics

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Maker Spot Collaboration Space at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
The Maker Spot
Age Group:
Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Sewing Machine Basics:

Learn the basics of using our Janome DC 2014 Sewing Machines. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the sewing machines in The Maker Spot.In this class, you will lear...

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of using our Janome DC 2014 Sewing Machines. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the sewing machines in The Maker Spot.

In this class, you will learn:

  • Parts of the sewing machine
  • How to thread the sewing machine
  • How to wind and load the bobbin
  • Different types of stitches
  • Types of fabric to use

For ages 9+

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

A Pair of Pirates Musical Adventure

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

No world is more colorful than the world of pirates. In music and story, Pair of Pirates will take young buccaneers on an adventure filled with singing, dancing, and making good choices as part of the crew.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

No world is more colorful than the world of pirates. In music and story, Pair of Pirates will take young buccaneers on an adventure filled with singing, dancing, and making good choices as part of the crew.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing Basics

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Maker Spot Collaboration Space at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
The Maker Spot
Age Group:
Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
3D Printing:

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our PolyPrinter 229 3D printers. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the 3D printers in The Maker Spot at the NRH Library. T...

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our PolyPrinter 229 3D printers. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the 3D printers in The Maker Spot at the NRH Library. 

This class will cover:

  • Basic parts of the printer
  • How the printing process works
  • The slicing and printer control software programs
  • How to print objects safely
  • How to properly shut the equipment down
  • Basic troubleshooting and when to seek help
  • Equipment reservation process

Please note that this class does not cover 3D modeling or how to create objects for printing. To learn more about 3D design and modeling, check out our TinkerCAD basics class.

This class is open to ages 9+. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Percussion Things

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Percussion Things loves sharing stories and music to inspire and delight audiences of all ages through percussion instruments and storytelling.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Percussion Things loves sharing stories and music to inspire and delight audiences of all ages through percussion instruments and storytelling.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

LEGO Challenge

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Maker Spot at North Richland Hills Library
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Explore your imagination with free-play LEGO challenges! You're welcome to bring your own LEGOs, but we'll have some on hand for anyone who needs them.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Event Details:

Explore your imagination with free-play LEGO challenges! You're welcome to bring your own LEGOs, but we'll have some on hand for anyone who needs them.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family Art Night

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Maker Spot at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults

Get ready for an evening of creativity, color, and family fun! Families will work together to create unique family portraits inspired by the iconic Picasso. Examples of this style and all materials will be provided.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for an evening of creativity, color, and family fun! Families will work together to create unique family portraits inspired by the iconic Picasso. Examples of this style and all materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Wildlife on the Move

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Wildlife on the Move is back with Amazing Adaptations—discover some of the unique ways animals are built and behave to help them survive in the wild. It’s a fun and engaging adventure for all ages.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Wildlife on the Move is back with Amazing Adaptations—discover some of the unique ways animals are built and behave to help them survive in the wild. It’s a fun and engaging adventure for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

All About Animals

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Nature is full of amazing colors and cool patterns—just look at cheetahs with their spots, zebras with their stripes, and all those bright, beautiful birds! Animals use their colors for all kinds of clever reasons.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Nature is full of amazing colors and cool patterns—just look at cheetahs with their spots, zebras with their stripes, and all those bright, beautiful birds! Animals use their colors for all kinds of clever reasons.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing Basics

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Maker Spot Collaboration Space at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
The Maker Spot
Age Group:
Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
3D Printing:

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our PolyPrinter 229 3D printers. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the 3D printers in The Maker Spot at the NRH Library. T...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our PolyPrinter 229 3D printers. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the 3D printers in The Maker Spot at the NRH Library. 

This class will cover:

  • Basic parts of the printer
  • How the printing process works
  • The slicing and printer control software programs
  • How to print objects safely
  • How to properly shut the equipment down
  • Basic troubleshooting and when to seek help
  • Equipment reservation process

Please note that this class does not cover 3D modeling or how to create objects for printing. To learn more about 3D design and modeling, check out our TinkerCAD basics class.

This class is open to ages 9+. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Colors of Kindness Bubble Show

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Step into a world of bubble magic and discovery! Kids will learn about surface tension, see bubbles inside bubbles, and even find out how to touch a bubble without popping it.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Step into a world of bubble magic and discovery! Kids will learn about surface tension, see bubbles inside bubbles, and even find out how to touch a bubble without popping it.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

LEGO Challenge

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Maker Spot at North Richland Hills Library
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Explore your imagination with free-play LEGO challenges! You're welcome to bring your own LEGOs, but we'll have some on hand for anyone who needs them.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Event Details:

Explore your imagination with free-play LEGO challenges! You're welcome to bring your own LEGOs, but we'll have some on hand for anyone who needs them.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Creature Teacher

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Creature Teacher brings learning to life with exciting, live animal presentations! Discover fascinating facts about each animal, their natural habitats, and how they survive in the wild.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Creature Teacher brings learning to life with exciting, live animal presentations! Discover fascinating facts about each animal, their natural habitats, and how they survive in the wild.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Hobby Horsing Around

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
2nd Floor (Main Area) at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Giddy up for a one-of-a-kind adventure that blends physical activity, creativity, rhythm, and fun!

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Giddy up for a one-of-a-kind adventure that blends physical activity, creativity, rhythm, and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family Art Night

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Maker Spot at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults

Families are invited to explore the colorful world of mosaics by designing their very own patterned masterpieces. Participants will learn simple techniques to create beautiful mosaic art filled with shapes, colors, and patterns.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Families are invited to explore the colorful world of mosaics by designing their very own patterned masterpieces. Participants will learn simple techniques to create beautiful mosaic art filled with shapes, colors, and patterns.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

LEGO Challenge

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Maker Spot at North Richland Hills Library
Age Group:
Children, Grade School

Explore your imagination with free-play LEGO challenges! You're welcome to bring your own LEGOs, but we'll have some on hand for anyone who needs them.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Event Details:

Explore your imagination with free-play LEGO challenges! You're welcome to bring your own LEGOs, but we'll have some on hand for anyone who needs them.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Photography and/or filming may take place at Library events. By attending Library events, you consent to the Library photographing and using your likeness to be used on Library websites, marketing materials, and social media pages. Attendees wishing to avoid being photographed or recorded can make their wishes known verbally to staff at the event, and we will make every effort to respect the attendees’ wishes.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family Game Night

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at North Richland Hills Library
Age Group:
Children, Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults

Come relax, laugh, and play together with your favorite games. We’ll have classics like Sorry, Clue, and Uno, plus some extra fun with games like Beat the Parents, Jenga, and more.

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Come relax, laugh, and play together with your favorite games. We’ll have classics like Sorry, Clue, and Uno, plus some extra fun with games like Beat the Parents, Jenga, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Homeschool Science

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
Homeschool
Age Group:
Children, Grade School
Homeschool Science:

Enjoy hands-on STEM activities at this monthly program for homeschool families. Although everyone is welcome, children ages 7 to 13 will enjoy this program the most.

August - Reptiles
Explore the world of reptiles as we highlight a few snakes, lizards, and Texas reptiles.

 

Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Grade School
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Enjoy hands-on STEM activities at this monthly program for homeschool families. Although everyone is welcome, children ages 7 to 13 will enjoy this program the most.

August - Reptiles
Explore the world of reptiles as we highlight a few snakes, lizards, and Texas reptiles.

 

This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

TinkerCAD Basics

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Maker Spot Collaboration Space at North Richland Hills Library
Program Type:
The Maker Spot
Age Group:
Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
TinkerCAD Basics:

TinkerCAD is free, easy-to-use 3D design software for web browsers. It is perfect for getting started with 3D modeling and design. Using basic shapes, you can create a simple desig...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

TinkerCAD is free, easy-to-use 3D design software for web browsers. It is perfect for getting started with 3D modeling and design. Using basic shapes, you can create a simple design that can be 3D printed later.

This class will cover:

  • The basics of solid modeling and TinkerCAD
  • How to create a pre-designed object
  • What an STL file is and its relation to 3D printing

For ages 10+.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.