Switch 2 Play is a weekly Thursday event at 4:00 PM in the library, where people of all ages can relax and connect through popular games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart World, Just Dance, Street Fighter VI, and more! All necessary equipment—including the console, controllers, and seating—is provided for a fun and easygoing gaming experience, though feel free to bring your own controllers if you prefer!
Whether you're here to unwind, improve your skills, or make friends, Switch 2 Play offers a welcoming space to play and have fun.
Kids
🎨✨ Calling all young creators! Dive into the enchanting world of science and art with hands-on activities that spark imagination and curiosity. Perfect for kids in 1st through 5th grade. No registration needed, but hurry—supplies are limited! 🚀🔬
It's that time again! Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings teens and children (Kinder-3rd) together to share the joy of reading. This is a 10 week program that meets once a week for 45 minutes. Our first meeting will be September 11th so sign up now! For more information click here.
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Do you like birds? We like birds. Come on down to South Houston Branch Library to make heart shaped bird feeder for all of your feathered friends!
Program is for children ages 4 & up.
Pick a book and share it one on one with a furry friend from The Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Inc.! You can bring a favorite book from home, or select a book from our library shelves and take some time to Paws and Read together!
This program is for kids ages 4-12 and their parents. Registration is required and begins online one week prior.
For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.
Join us for our bilingual Storytime! Every week new story themes like Robots, Superheroes, Dragons, and more! Also, play some instruments with us and interactive games between the tales. 🎸 📚 🎮
¡Acompananos en nuestra hora del cuento bilingüe! Cada semana, nuevos temas de cuentos como robots, superhéroes, dragones y mucho más. También, toca algunos instrumentos con nosotros y participa en juegos interactivos entre los cuentos. 🎸 📚 🎮
Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings child and teens together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grades (Little Buddies).
Each Wednesday for 10 weeks, Big Buddies and Little Buddies will meet to read together and create positive experiences surrounding literacy. By the end of the session, we aspire that all Little Buddies will learn to love to read and form positive associations with reading.
🎨🖌 Krafty Kids offers a fantastic chance for your children to unleash their creativity while having a great time in a safe and inviting space. Whether it's painting, drawing, sculpting, or other activities, there’s something for every budding artist to delight in.
Community Health & Wellness Services provided by Harris County Public Health at the Fairbanks Branch Library. Come visit the Mobile Dental Clinic for:
First visits include a dental screening.
Follow-up visits may include a dental cleaning or basic treatment.
Adults and Children are welcome
Walk-ins are Welcome
This service is available from 8 am -3 pm each Monday with a lunch from 12-1.
Contact Harris County Public Health if you have any questions at 832-927-7373
The Lunar New Year in 2026 marks the start of the Year of the Fire Horse, a powerful combination symbolizing energy, freedom, and progress.
We will celebrate by telling the story of the first Lunar New Year, playing games, and watching a performance of Diabolo.
A diabolo is a juggling prop, like a yo-yo, consisting of an hourglass-shaped spool spun on a string stretched between two sticks held in each hand, allowing for complex tricks like tosses, catches, and spins, originating from ancient China.
This event is open to all ages. Snacks are provided.