By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00

Relax, unwind, and ease some stress. AND enjoy refreshments!

We have plenty of coloring pages and pencils but feel free to bring your favorites. It's summer, so that means it'll be hot, but inside the library it's cool. We'll have iced coffee for a fancy twist!

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00

Love food, TikTok recipes, or trying something new? Join our 5-session cooking club and learn how to make fun, tasty recipes while building your kitchen skills and trying new flavors.

Come to all 5 sessions for a chance to win a starter kitchen set complete with pots, pans, and more cooking essentials!

No experience is required and all ingredients and materials will be provided. 

This program is for ages 12-17.

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00


Storytime for Walkers & Non-talkers/BabblersThis Storytime focuses on the developmental needs for "Toddlers," specifically children who are walkers AND non-talkers or babblers.

So, seats and attendance for this Storytime give priority to "toddlers, who are walkers & non-talkers.
Thank you for your cooperation in holding space for and support ofthe age-appropriate developmental needs of children.

Read, sing, and grow with your young one. Meet other parents and help your child learn.

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00

Sew like a pioneer! In this 2.5 hour beginning sewing program on July 17th at 10:00am, Norola Morgan will teach foundational stitches and offer background about 3 different historical quilt blocks: 9 patch, log cabin, and crazy quilting. She’ll show examples of each and provide all materials for up to 10 students. Supplies are limited, please register for this program.

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00
Teens! Need service hours? Wanting to support and show up for the community? Pick up your volunteer application packet the last week of every month to attend the volunteer orientation. Apply to be a volunteer at the library this summer, and help support the community for Summer Reading Program at the HCPL-West U. Branch Library! Overview Swing by the library and pick up a volunteer application packet to volunteer and earn service hours this summer.  Applications 
By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00

Do you need help learning the basics or completing tasks using a computer, your tablet, or your phone? Get one-on-one 30 minute sessions here! Two slots available on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. 

Please call 832-927-5400 or stop by the front desk to reserve a time slot.

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 07:00
Join us at the HCPL Stratford Branch Library for  Tiny Tots Storytime with other toddlers and parents/caregivers.

Storytime fosters early literacy skills and a love for reading in a cozy, welcoming environment. Books, stories, songs, movements and group play time. Come and develop your child’s early literacy skills in this supportive, community environment.

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 04:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutting in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the laser cutter. 

This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

If you are trying to register multiple people:

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 04:00

End of the Summer Foam Party - Grab your towel and join the party in a mind-blowing mountain of foam! Our foam party will be held in the park, right next door to the Galena Park Branch Library. Space is limited, so don’t be late!

Fin del verano fiesta de espuma - ¡Trae tu toalla y únete a la fiesta en una alucinante montaña de espuma durante nuestra FOAM PARTY! Nuestra fiesta de la espuma se llevará a cabo en el parque, justo al lado de la Biblioteca de Galena Park. El espacio es limitado, ¡así que no llegues tarde!

By admin, Tue, 06/09/2026 - 04:00

Hey adults! Are you a book lover or want to get into reading? Then come join Shelf-ish Book Club! This is for adult readers who love exploring a variety of stories. Meetings are typically every fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. Enjoy snacks and beverages during the discussion. Feel free to contact the library or visit us for any questions.

January - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

February - James by Percival Everett

March - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

April - Poetry!

May - What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo