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Harris County Universal Services' mission is to empower residents with the skills and confidence they need to use technology safely and effectively.

The team offers beginner friendly computer lessons designed for older adults, those new to computers, and those who would just like a refresher and would like to brush up on their computer knowledge.

This six week workshop will cover computer basics in the following modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Computers – What a computer is, its parts, and how it works

Harris County Universal Services' mission is to empower residents with the skills and confidence they need to use technology safely and effectively.

The team offers beginner friendly computer lessons designed for older adults, those new to computers, and those who would just like a refresher and would like to brush up on their computer knowledge.

This six week workshop will cover computer basics in the following modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Computers – What a computer is, its parts, and how it works

This financial literacy workshop is designed to empower community members with the knowledge and tools needed to make confident financial decisions. Participants will learn about different types of debt, strategies for paying down debt effectively, and ways to improve cash flow and financial stability. Presented by Community Resource Credit Union.

Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for our special therapy dog reading sessions! We’re happy our furry best friends are back with us to help our struggling or shy readers gain confidence.

This program is recommended for ages 6 to 12. Tickets are available at the Children's desk 15 minutes before the start of the event. Capacity is limited, so please pick up a ticket before visiting with the best good boys.

Starting college can feel like trying to solve a puzzle without the picture on the box. Good news — we’ve got the cheat sheet. In this presentation, a former academic advisor shares the real talk you won’t always hear during orientation.

Get the inside scoop on:
Choosing (and maybe changing) your major — without the panic
Time management tips that actually work
How to build a schedule you won’t regret by mid-semester
Campus resources most students don’t use (but should)
The truth about professors, advising, and getting help early

Harris County Universal Services' mission is to empower residents with the skills and confidence they need to use technology safely and effectively.

The team offers beginner friendly computer lessons designed for older adults, those new to computers, and those who would just like a refresher and would like to brush up on their computer knowledge.

This six week workshop will cover computer basics in the following modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Computers – What a computer is, its parts, and how it works

A weekly Computer Class for Adult Beginners to discover and improve their skills in this increasingly high-tech age. Topics include:

• Word
• PowerPoint
• Excel
• Email
• Internet Safety
• Google Searches
  

Do you have a child in kindergarten through 3rd grade who loves stories—or one who could use a little extra reading support? Harris County Public Library’s Book Buddies is a FREE, fun-filled literacy program that pairs enthusiastic, trained teen volunteers (our amazing Big Buddies) with younger readers (Little Buddies) for 9 weeks of reading adventures!

Read, sing, and learn together!
Join us every Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. for this engaging storytime designed for children ages 3–5. Through stories, rhymes, songs, and playful activities, children will build important early literacy skills such as oral language, phonological awareness, and print recognition.

After storytime, children can enjoy a simple craft or coloring activity to wrap up the fun. It’s a wonderful way to support early learning while making Storytime magical at the library!

Join us at Maud Marks Library every Tuesday from 11:15–11:45 AM for Preschool Explorer Time!

Designed especially for children ages 3–5, this 30-minute hands-on sensory play program encourages learning through exploration, creativity, and discovery. Each week, little learners will engage in fun, interactive activities that help build curiosity, problem-solving skills, and early language and motor development.

Come explore, discover, and play with us—we can’t wait to see you there!