Inspired by Alma Thomas: Life, Color & Abstract Expression
Inspired by Alma Thomas: Life, Color & Abstract Expression is an engaging adult art program that explores the life, career, and legacy of pioneering abstract artist Alma Thomas. Participants begin with an illustrated discussion of Thomas’s journey as an educator, her role in the Washington Color School, and her groundbreaking achievements as a Black woman in the art world. Following Read More
Pocket Library: Valentine’s Day!
Get into the Valentine’s Day spirit with this cozy, bookish craft! Create your own pocket-sized library inside an Altoids tin, filled with miniature books, romantic details, and plenty of literary love. Think tiny shelves, heartfelt touches, and a mini space made for swooning over stories. A sweet gift for book lovers—or a love letter to your own reading life. All Read More
Cookbook Club – Nighttime Edition!
The Cookbook Club is for anyone who loves cooking, likes to talk about cooking, or wants to explore new recipes. Each month we select a cookbook; participants select a recipe, prepares it, and brings it to share with the group. This month’s selection is Milk Street 365: The All-Purpose Cookbook for Every Day of the Year and Milk Street Bakes: Read More
Inspired by Alma Thomas: Life, Color & Abstract Expression
Inspired by Alma Thomas: Life, Color & Abstract Expression is an engaging adult art program that explores the life, career, and legacy of pioneering abstract artist Alma Thomas. Participants begin with an illustrated discussion of Thomas’s journey as an educator, her role in the Washington Color School, and her groundbreaking achievements as a Black woman in the art world. Following Read More
Silent Book Club @ HTFL
If a traditional book club is not your thing, try our silent book club! Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of the month in our beautiful Living Room on the 1st Floor. We will have an hour of silent reading from 7 – 8 pm and afterwards you can stay for a short period of introductions and sharing of what Read More
Cookbook Club – Daytime Edition!
NEW for 2026 – Daytime Version! We are happy to now be offering another time for Cookbook Club. The Cookbook Club is for anyone who loves cooking, likes to talk about cooking, or wants to explore new recipes. Each month we select a cookbook; participants select a recipe, prepares it, and brings it to share with the group. This month’s Read More
Great Courses: The Human Journey (Zoom)
Join us for our next Great Courses: The Human Journey. Each week we will view a 30 minute lecture together on Zoom and have a short discussion afterwards. To get the Zoom link, please register by clicking here. About The Human Journey: Humans have been on a remarkable journey these past 300,000 years. We started in Africa and slowly spread Read More
Laser Lab 101: Intro & Certification on the Boss Laser Cutter
Step into the world of digital fabrication with Laser Lab 101—a hands-on introductory workshop that teaches you the basics of using the Boss Laser Cutter for etching, engraving, and cutting, and includes the opportunity to earn your laser cutter certification for future independent use in the library’s makerspace. Designed for adults, this session covers: How laser cutting works: Understand the Read More
Mah Jongg @ HTFL – Nighttime Version
Know how to play Mah Jongg and want a group to play with? HTFL is the place to be! Join us for Mah Jongg play on Wednesday evenings in the Library’s Community Room. We welcome anyone who knows how to play (sorry we cannot provide instruction). The Library will have Mah Jongg sets, but feel free to bring you own! Read More
Our Next Chapter: Support Group for Older Women
Looking for a supportive space to connect, share experiences, and discuss topics that matter to you? The Library and Women’s Resource Center is teaming up to offer a monthly meeting for older women to gather, engage, and support one another in a welcoming environment. We will meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month covering topics that support body, mind, Read More
