Calling all eco-heroes! Join us for Green Makers presented by the University of Houston-College of Natural Sciences and Math, an engaging program where we will focus on learning simple, powerful ways to live sustainably—from reducing waste to recycling creatively and protecting nature. Through activities and crafts, participants will discover how their everyday choices can make a big difference for the Earth.
*Program intended for 6-11 yrs
*Registration required!
Elementary
Experience the art of enhancing your natural beauty with expert techniques and the latest trends.
Our class welcomes everyone!
In partnership with the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Harris County Public Library presents Art Camp for ages 7-12. Unleash your creativity at this week-long art camp! Students will learn to express themselves through various artistic mediums. Art Camp includes a field trip to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston on Friday, June 27. Don’t miss this unique opportunity! Registration opens May 29, 2025. Sign up for Art Camp at the Highlands Stratford Branch Library.
How good are you at decorating cupcakes? Put your skills to the test in Cupcake Wars! Challenge your friends and create an edible work of art!
Priority will be given to registered participants. Walk-ins are welcome as space and supplies allow.
Get ready for an artistic, magical journey as Tommy Terrific goes canvassing through a magical art gallery in his new show, “The Magic of Art”.
Visit the Highlands Stratford Branch Library on Saturday, June 7, 2025 and help us celebrate the 100th birthday of former First Lady Barbara Bush. Mrs. Bush was a champion of literacy efforts and served as honorary chairwoman of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. In honor of her birthday, pick up a summer vacation journal kit to make in the library or to take home. Kits are available while supplies last. Recommended for ages 5 & up.
Join us at the library for a showing of Elemental – a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow guy discover something elemental: how much they actually have in common.
Bring your friends, get comfy, and enjoy the fun on the big screen. Snacks are welcome. Open to all ages.
Film is Rated: PG; Duration: 1 hr 49 mins.
South Houston Branch Library is having a special storytime visit with Red from Red Robin! Join us for an afternoon of stories, songs, and lots of fun with our special guest. Fun for the whole family!
Pirates’ Treasure Island On this swashbuckling Minecraft adventure, kids join their pirate crew to team up. We’ll see which group of young pirates can find the most treasure while exploring sailing ships, the harbor village, and a massive island. It’s a thrill-seeking 1.5-hour event for kids ages 8-12.
Register is required. Space is limited.
Join us at the Fairbanks Library on Saturday, June 7th as Harris County Public Library celebrates the 100th birthday of former First Lady Barbara Bush! To honor this occasion, we will have special craft kits available at the service desk. Each take-home kit makes one reading themed beaded bracelet. These kits are free and available while supplies last.