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Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Laser Cutter Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the laser-cutting services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a laser cutter at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a laser cutter in the future.

This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

This program is canceled due to the Family Place Workshop. (8/8/2025)

Get ready to sing, bounce, play and bond with baby during this interactive baby time. This program is perfect for non-walkers. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before the program at the information desk.

Events and programs are presented in-person only, unless otherwise noted. Please check the event/program location carefully.

Tickets will not be available 10 minutes after any program has started.

Harris County Public Library's Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grade (Little Buddies) for 10 weeks to share the joy of reading. More information can be found on our website.

The next session for the Spring Branch-Memorial Branch Library will run from September 8th - November 17th, 2025. The Buddies will meet on Mondays from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM. 

Pick up an application at the front desk of the Spring Branch-Memorial Branch Library!

Join our Teen "Bring Your Own Book" Book Club for a fun, relaxed way to share what you’re reading and discover new favorites from friends! This month’s optional theme is Hispanic Heritage Month—bring a book by a Hispanic author or featuring Hispanic culture and let’s celebrate diverse voices together. Snacks, great conversation, and a love of books guaranteed!

Join us for Toddler Story Time, an early literacy program where we share stories, songs, and rhymes! This program is for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers. 

Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for Toddler Time with Ms. Amberly! We will read stories, work out our wiggles, and sing some songs.

Tales for Tots is a hands-on story time for toddlers ages 24 months to 3 years. Each week is packed with fun as we sing, talk, read, play, and write our way through exciting stories, catchy songs, wiggle-worthy movement, creative crafts, and more. A fun and engaging way to develop early literacy skills while making new friends!

Being Creative and crafty can be very therapeutic, and with all the stress in the world these days, we can use all the crafting therapy we can get!

Spin-a-Yarn is a crafting group that meets every Wednesday at 11 am in the study room of the Baldwin Boettcher Library. If you like to craft or create in any way, come join us with your own creative project for crafting and chatting fun!

We look forward to seeing you!

• Conversation practice for adult English language learners. 
• Práctica de conversación para estudiantes adultos de inglés.

Calling all teens and tweens! This is your space to relax and unwind. Draw and color, play some games, do a craft, or hang out with your friends—the possibilities are endless!

No registration is required. This event is open to ages 12 to 18.