Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or any other of the needle arts?
Then you should join our Sit and Stitch Group!
Bring your projects to work on and visit with this awesome group!
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Come Move and Groove with Us!
Join us for a fun-filled session of reading. singing, and playful movement!
It’s the perfect way to introduce toddlers to the joy of books and reading while building important motor skills. Through music, movement, and play, we’ll help support your child’s growth in a joyful, engaging way—because Children of all ages are welcome.
Book Buddies is a free program that brings children and teen volunteers together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in Kindergarten through 3rd grades (Little Buddies). For 10 weeks, the Buddies meet once a week in the afternoon for 45 minutes of one-on-one shared reading.
The Fall cycle of Book Buddies will run from September 17th to November 19th. Reading sessions will be in the library meeting room.
Career mapping is the process of creating a clear plan for your professional development, outlining the steps you need to take to reach your career goals. It helps you break down long-term goals into manageable steps, making it easier to stay focused and motivated. Career growth means to advance towards your professional goals by gaining skills, new experiences and responsibilities. As you begin your individual journey on one job, remember that every step is part of your unique professional growth.
Celebrate the Barbara Bush Library turning 50!
Join us after hours for a documentary about librarians in Texas and how book bans affect their communities.
Refreshments will be available as supplies last. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Make amazing rainbow art at Aldine's scratch art program! Use a wooden pen to scratch any design you like to reveal the rainbow beneath
This program is best for 6th-9th graders
Buzz on over to the library and get crafting! Whether you are picking up a needle for the absolute first time or looking to share your passion for stitching, you are warmly invited to join the "Be a Merribee" family.
Join us every Thursday for a fun hour full of crafts and workshops. Relax, have a snack in a safe and welcoming space!
Teens! Using a needle and felting wool, design and create an artistic landscape or a 3D animal!
Program begins at 1pm in the Teen Lounge on the 2nd floor.
(they can stay as long as they like...just clean up)
*No registration required
Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. You must complete an English placement assessment to join the class. Taking this class will not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.