Join us in conjunction with Writers in the Schools (WITS), for a poetry series like you've NEVER SEEN BEFORE! Our WITS instructor will take you on a journey through writing and mixed media art! This series will not only allow you to learn, write, and perform (if you'd like) your poetry for the community, but also to create your own 3D printed masterpiece over the course of 8 weeks! This program is completely FREE for teens aged 13-18 and can even lead to fellowship opportunities with WITS in the future! Sign up today and unleash your inner writer with us!
Join us for Bilingual Storytime at Jacinto Library Branch for weekly storytime fun!
Bilingual Storytime uses songs, age appropriate stories, and crafts/playtime to engage children and their parents/caregivers.
This program is designed to help promote early literacy skills, support your bond with your child(ren), and hopefully turn your little reader into a life-long reader!
We look forward to seeing you!
Recommended for children between the ages of 2-5 yrs.
Do you need help studying for your Naturalization interview? Come join the Citizenship Study Hall. We'll help you quiz over the 100 questions so you can ace that interview!
Are you ready to race against your friends on Rainbow Road, dance to your favorite songs, or fight against your foes?
Join Teen Gaming! The program occurs every Monday after school from 4pm-5:15pm.
If you need information on how to obtain your GED, Join Future U advisor(s) for a hands-on workshop dealing with important and beneficial information related to how to prepare and obtain the GED. Get all the information needed. When ready, we can help you register for the GED academy, classes, or practice with our library free resources.
Newcomers always welcome!
This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Join us in the teen space and make your own buttons with our button maker! Use one of our designs or make your own! All supplies are provided.
Open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for any questions.
Teens! Hang out, play games, and do something awesome at the library! We have tablets, a huge digital table, game consoles, and more for FREE use. Meet new friends, challenge yourself, and unleash your creativity!
For Ages 12-17,18 if in school.
Email: genesis.munoz@hcpl.net for more information.
Choo Choo Club is a weekly Early Literacy Program that travels through the alphabet one letter at a time. You and your child will play, learn and have fun discovering the early literacy skills that will help them become ready to read!
This program is limited to 15 children ages 3-5 and their parents. Registration is required for each event and begins one week in advance. Only the child needs to register.
For more information, please call the library at 832-559-4235.
Drop in to get hands-on research help and instruction, as well as ask questions about research, DNA or any other genealogy-related topic. Learn about the Chaparral Collection, library databases like Ancestry and Fold3, and explore the FamilySearch Affiliate Library resources available to help you break down brick walls. If possible, bring specific research goals and questions, as well as database logins and family tree information, and let's see what we can accomplish together.