Fairbanks Branch Library

🌟 Join Our Dynamic ESL Conversation Class – Virtual or In-Person!

Are you ready to master English in a fun and engaging way? Whether you prefer the comfort of your home or the excitement of a classroom, we’ve got you covered!

🎉 What We Offer:

Learn through conversations, games, and real-world scenarios.

Benefit from an experienced and passionate teacher dedicated to your success.

Connect with fellow students and practice English together.

Classes are free!

No application is needed to attend your first class.  

Bring your early readers down to read their favorite books to specially trained dogs here at the Fairbanks Library! We meet in the children's area.  

Programs and services are Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant. Special accommodations can be requested in advance by contacting the library.

Unleash your creativity! Join us in the Fairbanks Library meeting room on Thursday, December 18 from 4:30-5:30 pm for a popsicle stick nutcracker painting workshop — fun, festive, and perfect for all ages! A Young Audiences of Houston teaching artist will help participants to design and decorate their own nutcracker ornaments to take home, learning simple painting techniques along the way. Makes a great gift! 

This program is provided in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Fairbanks Library.

Join us in the children's area at Fairbanks Library on Tuesday, December 16 at 11:30 am for a special presentation of Classical Sing, Move, Play: Music of the Nutcracker! 

Classical Sing, Move, Play classes provide an introduction to melody, rhythm, instrument play time, and movement with music from famous operas and ballets to classical symphonies and folk songs. The Music of The Nutcracker class, led by trained opera singers, will explore some of the most well known tunes from Tchaikovsky's famous ballet. Children of all ages are welcome. Recommended for ages 2-5.

Teens, want to get involved with making the library an inviting and fun place for teens? Or just need some volunteer hours? 

Join our Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! Ages 12-18 welcome (if 18, must still be in high school).
Teens will assist in planning teen programs they want to see offered at the library.

Make a holiday ornament using styrofoam balls, glitter, sequins, and miscellaneous items. All materials provided, free of charge.

This program is only for grades 6-12. 

December 15 ~ 4:30-5:30 pm
*If no participants show up after a 20 minute grace period, the program is canceled*

Make slime using sand! Play and de-stress before finals. All materials provided.

This program is only for grades 6-12. 

Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize. 

Siblings are always welcome. 

We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located. 

No registration or tickets required.