Take chances, make mistakes, and get messy in our Hangar Makerspace. Enjoy a variety of themed holiday crafts, open-ended/general crafting time, sensory play, and more! Each week features something new for all ages. Materials will be provided for themed crafts, and general crafting times will have a select number of materials available for patrons to use. 

Questions? Contact us!  
Web: https://placentialibrarydistrict.ca.gov/the-hangar-makerspace  
Email: hangar@placentialibrarydistrict.ca.gov   
Phone: (714) 528-1906 

Hangar Open Hours

Hangar Programs

Pokémon Day Celebration

Photo Op
February 23 - February 28, 2026
All Day

All week long, stop by the library and strike your best Trainer pose at our Pokémon photo op! Snap a pic with your favorite characters, show off your Poké-spirit, and share the fun with friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned Trainer or just starting your journey, this is the perfect chance to capture a legendary moment!

MakeYour Own Pokéball

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
February 28
Community Meeting Room

Celebrate Pokémon day at the library by making your own custom Pokéball out of EVA foam. Materials will be provided. Space is limited. Entry tickets will be issued starting at 12:30 p.m. the day of the program. Open to ages 12 and up. Children younger than 12 must be assisted by an adult.

The Superhero in Reel-Time: Comic Drawing Workshop

The Superhero in Reel-Time: Comic Drawing Workshop 
Saturday, May 2 
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 
Community Meeting Room 

Explore comic and graphic novel drawing styles and learn how to draw your own comic superhero at this hands-on art workshop led by Marvel Comics artist Jerry DeCaire. Supplies will be provided. Entry tickets available at 12:30 p.m. the day of the program. Open to ages 9+, teens, and adults. 

Sewing 101

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
March 21, April 18
Community Meeting Room

Get started with this hands-on overview of the sewing machine, including winding a bobbin, sewing a straight line, and other stitches. Materials will be provided for a starter project. Entry tickets will be issued starting at 12:30 p.m. the day of the program. Open to teens and adults. 

Get Hooked! Crochet and Knitting Circle 

Saturdays
March 28, April  25, May 23
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 
Community Meeting Room 

Do you love fiber arts? Do you have a tough pattern you can’t crack? Or do you just want to spend time with people who love what you love? Bring your current projects and relax at the library’s crochet and knitting circle. Adults only for this program. 

Supplies, projects, and formal instruction are not provided by the library, so please bring your own crochet hooks, knitting needles, and yarn. 

Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, May 26
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
Community Meeting Room

Join us for our Adult Craft Night, on the last Tuesday in May! Come in, relax, and learn a new crafting skill. 

Creating with Cricut

March 8, May 24
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Community Meeting Room 

Learn how to use a Cricut and Design Space at out Creating with Cricut program! Materials will be provided for a starter project. Space is limited. Entry tickets will be issued starting at 1:30 p.m. the day of the program. Open to teens and adults. .

Wire & Wonders: Jewelry Creations

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
May 16
Community Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and creative jewelry-making program! From earrings to bracelets and more, each month features a new and exciting project. Materials will be provided. Space is limited. Entry tickets will be issued starting at 12:30 p.m. the day of the program. Open to teens and adults. 

Cross Stitch Creating

May 30
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Community Meeting Room

Learn basic cross-stitching techniques and let your creativity flow! Join us as we complete a beginning project, supplies will be provided. Open to teens and adults. 

Tech Help

Appointments available on select Fridays and Saturdays
The Hangar Makerspace

Book a 30-minute session with our librarians to get assistance for technology, computer and library reference questions. Learn how to format a resume, get started on the computer, create an email account, use Chat GPT and other AI services, and more. Visit www.placentialibrary.org/tech-help to book an appointment. Ages 18+, bring your own device recommended

One Book, One Coast Celebration 2026

May 11 – 16 
The Hangar

Join us for a special week of Japanese-themed crafts celebrating Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Commemorate George Takei’s tale of courage with us with the Eisner Award-winning graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy. 

This program is held in partnership with One Book, One Coast happening Spring 2026 at the Placentia Library!