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Car Maintenance for Teens

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Age Group:

Teens & Tweens
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens & Tweens
Program Type: Educational Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens are invited to learn basic car maintenance from a local professional!

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Celebrating Culture Series: Sombati World Music

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: 2nd Floor (Main Area)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Arts, Performances
Event Details:

Experience the evolution and blending of music from Europe to America with the phenomenal Sombati!

Books lined up on a table for a book sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Are you looking for amazing discounts on books? Check out the Friends of the NRH Library's Book Sale and grab some books at a great price while supporting literacy events and services in the community.

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Cricut Basics

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of using the Cricut Maker, a computer-controlled cutting machine used for a wide range of projects and materials, from scrapbooking to leatherworking and more!

In this free class, we will cover:

  • The basics of using Cricut Design Space
  • Compatible materials
  • How to load the machine
  • Basic troubleshooting tips

For ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

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

TinkerCAD Basics

5:30pm–7:00pm
Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
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

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.

Cricut Basics

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of using the Cricut Maker, a computer-controlled cutting machine used for a wide range of projects and materials, from scrapbooking to leatherworking and more!

In this free class, we will cover:

  • The basics of using Cricut Design Space
  • Compatible materials
  • How to load the machine
  • Basic troubleshooting tips

For ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

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

3D Printing Basics

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, 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.

Sewing Machine Basics

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Children, 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.

Soldering Basics

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Soldering is a useful technique for joining metals together using a heated filler metal. It can be used in electronics repair, jewelry making, plumbing, and more!

In this class, we will cover:

  • The basic tools needed to get started
  • Basic soldering safety
  • Helpful tricks and tips

For ages 13+

Disclaimer(s)

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