Teens

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

Introduce books you have already read and want to share with others. Listen to recommendations. 

Nothing to buy! No assigned reading!        Come and discuss Science Fiction & Fantasy books!

Books Discussion starts at 6 PM, usually the first Monday of the month In Person or Online using Teams. 

Call the Reference Desk for email or a virtual invite.

What have YOU been reading?

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

The Galveston Bay Area Scale Modelers Association (GBASMA) is a chartered member of the International Plastic Modelers Society (IPMS).. Club meetings are held monthly to present each other's current projects, share new modeling techniques, answer modeling questions and promote the hobby. We meet 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM on the 4th Monday of each month except for May(meets the week after) and December.(no meeting).  
Registration not required.

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

This orientation session will introduce participants to vinyl cutting and Cricut operation and software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use a vinyl cutter, Cricut machine, sublimation printer, or a heat press.

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

Introduce books you have already read and want to share with others. Listen to recommendations. 

Nothing to buy! No assigned reading!        Come and discuss Science Fiction & Fantasy books!

Books Discussion starts at 6 PM, usually the first Monday of the month In Person or Online using Teams. 

Call the Reference Desk for email or a virtual invite.

What have YOU been reading?

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

Are you a crafter or artist who needs to clean out your craft closet? Or are you someone who wants to start a new creative hobby? Help your community divert arts and crafts supplies from landfills and share creativity! Donate your unwanted arts and crafts supplies, or peruse the free supplies your community has to offer.

Rules for Donations

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

HCPL has partnered with Oldways to present classes on how to eat healthy by following a traditional Latin American diet!

This program will feature two dishes rich in herbs, spices, and tubers. Those dishes are:

  • Cucumber & Serrano Chile Salad
  • Jicama Sticks with Chile & Lime

Library staff will give a presentation on the dishes and prepare them for everyone to share! 

This event will be held in the Children's Activity Space

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to various hand embroidery stitches and techniques.

  • This program is limited to attendees age 5 and up. Children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults must be able to help their children with the project.
  • This program involves sharp embroidery needles and embroidery scissors.
  • Registration is required due to limited supplies and seating.
By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

Join Future U advisor(s) for hands-on workshop dealing with important and beneficial information related to all things pertaining to College, Higher Education, and Career Resume building.

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

Are you struggling with a stitch or technique? 

Swing by the Maker Space on Wednesdays between 3:00 and 5:00 for a helping hand!

Bring your project and questions and we will use library resources to help!

This program is for crafters of any level who need some help, walk-ins welcome.

By admin, Sat, 08/09/2025 - 02:46

Struggling in class? Join the personalized peer tutoring group, Learning Lounge, at the Barbara Bush Branch Library!

Each session features a mix of relaxing and engaging activities like puzzles, a creative hands-on project, and a group game to get everyone thinking and laughing. If you'd like extra help with schoolwork, you can sign up for one-on-one tutoring with a friendly peer tutor and head to a separate table for focused support.
Get help from fellow students, explore new topics, and walk away ready to ace your next semester.