In her ambitious new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival.
What is the true power of stories? Can they heal the jagged edges of a traumatic childhood? Is the cost of telling the story worth the price of the cure?
Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection. Her book, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make–And Keep–Friends, explores the science of different attachment styles and how they impact our relationships–often in ways we don’t realize!
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
De-stress, unwind, and enjoy the almost-magical calm that comes from painting with watercolors.
Each week features a different theme -- we'll have some inspiration and supplies ready for you! But feel free to create something else if you'd like.
Want pointers on painting techniques? We'll do our best to help! But please keep in mind that this is not an art class -- it's a chance to be creative and relax while enjoying each other's company in an encouraging environment.
Foster the next generation of STEM innovators and leaders.
Students are immersed in authentic learning opportunities tied to NASA space missions. The “crew” will work together to solve problems with hands-on engineering, coding, journaling, and other dynamic and engaging experiences.
Make New Friends: Flower Friends – learn how to hand sew cute and colorful Flower Friends from fabric, felt and buttons. Make two - one for yourself and one for a friend!
SPACE IS LIMITED
A weekly Computer Class for Adult Beginners to discover and improve their skills in this increasingly high-tech age. Topics include:
Explore the many adventures that come with volunteering in your community! Join us at the library on Saturday, August 1, 10 AM to 12 PM for our annual volunteer fair. Dozens of community organizations in the Greater Katy area in need of help will be here to tell you all about what they do to make life just a little easier for the Katy community. You can find out all you need to know to assist others in need. Start your adventure in volunteering and help make our community a better place!
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!