The Library will close at 5 PM on Wednesday, November 27 and be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Hive Happenings
Equipment Training
All Hive equipment training is offered online. There are no in-person equipment training scheduled in The Hive at this time.
Hive Classes & Events
All classes and events listed below are held in The Hive makerspace unless otherwise noted. Classes are free and all supplies are provided. Contact The Hive at 972.219.3690 or thehive@cityoflewisville.com with any questions about these events.
Adult AniMakers: Anime + Makers 18 +
Third Thursday of Every Month | Drop-in anytime from 6-7:30 p.m.
September 19, October 17, November 21, December 19
The Hive | No registration necessary
Watch an anime based on the month’s theme before the meeting. Rave about it or bash it with fellow anime enthusiasts. Then enjoy a craft based around the theme while anime plays on the big screen. All materials provided. Adults (18 and up) only.
October 17: Horror / Paranormal
November 21: Tournaments
December 19: Free for All
AniMakers: Anime + Makers - Club for Teens
Fourth Thursday of Every Month | Drop-in anytime from 6-7:30 p.m.
September 26, October 24, December 5*
*November date postponed due to Thanksgiving
The Hive | No registration necessary
Watch an anime based on the month’s theme and then share your thoughts with other anime fans. A craft based around the theme will be available during the meeting and anime will be on the big screen. See the themes below. All materials provided. Teens 13-18 only.
October 24: Horror / Paranormal
December 5*:Tournaments
The Art of Kokedama
November 14 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The Hive | Registration required
Kokedama is a traditional Japanese gardening technique where plants are wrapped in moss to create a beautiful, suspended display. In this class, students are provided with a plant, guided instruction, and all of the materials to make their very own kokedama plant hangers. Registration opens October 31 at 6:30 p.m. Open to adults and teens (16 and up) only.
Laser Cork Boards
Saturday, November 16 | 2-4 p.m.
The Hive | Registration required
Learn how to create a design and laser it onto your own 12”x12” cork board that’s perfect for displaying pins and other small mementos. All supplies provided. Registration for this program begins on November 2 at 2 p.m. Open to Teens and Adults (Ages 13 and up).
Gnome for the Holidays!: Festive Mini Speed Painting
Saturday, December 7 | 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
The Hive | Registration required
Not feeling faerie festive? Looking for a peaceful, silent knight painting session? Pick your favorite from a collection of gnomes, scary snowmen and other holiday friends for an afternoon of speed painting. Our presenter will teach participants how to paint high quality mini figures in a short amount of time. All supplies provided. Registration opens November 23 at 11 a.m. Open to adults and teens (13 and up).