Come join us for a special storytime written by Alisa Magallón that provides an introduction to classic fables, and original stories that teach rhyming and theatrical interpretations of text. Includes extension activities that promote collaboration, creativity, exploring the visual arts, and social emotional learning.
*intended for PK-2nd but siblings welcome
Summer Reading Program
🐾 Wild Things Are Coming to the Katherine Tyra Library! 🐍
This summer, The Creature Teacher® is bringing the animal kingdom to life at your library!
From furry mammals to fascinating reptiles and colorful birds, this live animal show offers something wild for everyone.
💡 Designed to inspire curiosity and a love for nature, and the best part? It’s completely FREE as part of the Summer Reading Program! No ticket required.
*Free theatre show presented by Books Alive*
When three funky, frolicking, dump-dwelling creatures see themselves through the eyes of a glamorous butterfly, their world is turned upside down. Alas, there is only one thing left to do. They too, must become butterflies. THREE NASTY GNARLIES is a poignant story that illustrates an age-old truth: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Great for all ages.
Drop by the Library any time between 2:00 - 4:00 PM to kick off summer by decorating your own book bag!
We’ll provide the tote bags and all the decorating materials you need to customize your special bag.
When: Tuesday, June 10
🎬 Join Us for a Feel-Good Summer Movie!
Come watch Inside Out (PG) at the library this summer as part of our totally FREE Summer Reading Program!
🍿 Snacks will be provided, and you’ll get to experience all the emotions on the big screen—joy, sadness, and everything in between. 🌟
🎟️ Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts—seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis, so be sure to arrive early to grab your ticket and your spot!
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library and watch a story come alive with our friends from the Houston Grand Opera!
The Storybook Opera is back with a presentation of Aqua / Fuego. An opera singer will present the story of ice and fire through this engaging program for all ages.
This event takes place across the street from the library at the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center, or C5. No ticket necessary.
Recommended for young learners in 3rd to 5th grade
Directed by DACAMERA Young Artists, students dive into sound energy and how it works with musical instruments. This lesson concludes with a series of lab stations dealing with vibrations.
Get ready for an explosion of color as we ignite the brilliance of indoor fireworks and make colors appear and disappear before your eyes. Join us in creating the rainbow with the help of exciting chemicals and watch in awe as foam colors and streamers burst into action. Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of creativity and fun at the JC Library!
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for Ms. Janet's jaw-dropping program exploring facts, legends and myths from around the world, and attempt record-breaking challenges!
This program dives into to the unbelievable to investigate strange history, bizarre animal facts, fascinating mysteries, and mind-blowing world records. It’s packed with interactive challenges, sparking curiosity, that will inspire tweens to think outside the box. With each visit, they'll be introduced to things that seem near impossible, all while having fun and learning something new!
The Young Audiences of Houston brings the Healing Art of Clay to the JC LIbrary! Experience the mind-clearing benefits of connecting This course will be an opportunity to work with clay as an art medium. Each participant will become familiar with the basic methods of construction and sculptural techniques. The focus of the program will be to learn the history of clay and
learn hand building techniques like pinch, coil and slabs and how to use this medium to create a pot that tells a story.