Katherine Tyra Branch Library @ Bear Creek

By admin, Wed, 06/24/2026 - 07:00

Join us for Preschool Story Time, an early literacy program featuring stories, songs, and a fun craft! This program is for children ages 3-6 years old and their caregivers.  

In order to ensure the safety of our youngest patrons, this is a ticketed program. Free tickets available in the library on the morning of the program. First come, first served.




By admin, Tue, 06/23/2026 - 10:00

Savvy Stitchers is a friendly group of crafters of all ages, getting together for fellowship while enjoying their creative hobbies. It is a great way to meet neighbors that have a mutual love for knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, quilting, or other crafts. We all love to learn something new!

Join each Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00PM.

Location: Katherine Tyra Branch Library at 16719 Clay Road, Houston TX 77084.

By admin, Tue, 06/23/2026 - 10:00

Learn how to paint with a pro! We will be having an artist come out and teach us to paint dinosaurs. All supplies will be provided.

NOTE: this is a young adult program and is aimed at ages 13 through 18. Content may not be appropriate for younger children. Children under age 13 may attend at their parent or guardian's discretion.

By admin, Tue, 06/23/2026 - 01:00

Join us at the library for a special edition of Savvy Stichers! Our guest artist Norola Morgan will be coming to the branch to teach us about the historic art of 9 patch quilting. This program is designed for beginners to quilting so if you always have wanted to learn the art, come on in and learn! All supplies will be provided (you can take home your creation as well) and some snacks will be available.

By admin, Tue, 06/23/2026 - 01:00

Special Pals, a local animal shelter, will be bringing cats to adopt and play with during this special event! All participants will need to sign a waiver before entering the cat room. Children must be accompanied by an adult and have a waiver signed by their adult on their behalf. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Before the event, we will have a donation box to accept pet food and other supplies to support the animals at Special Pals.

By admin, Fri, 06/19/2026 - 04:00

Tommy Terrific presents A Magical Dinosaur Dig! With the help of the Magician’s Handbook, kids guide Tommy on a magical adventure where the world of dinosaurs comes alive in wacky and unexpected ways. From the T. rex to the Triceratops and beyond, young audiences will uncover fun facts about dinosaurs and the age in which they lived.

This program will be held in the children's area of the library. No ticket required, but due to limited space, seating is on a first come, first served basis!

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 10:00

Join us at this special Bilingual Story time for a fun program developed by the Children's Museum of Houston! This Para Los Niños/Teaching Together STEM Workshop includes bilingual activities in English and Spanish that are appropriate for families with children ages 3-7 years old, centered around the theme: "Show What you Know." Participating families will receive a pass to the Children's Museum for up to 6 people.

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 01:00

Savvy Stitchers is a friendly group of crafters of all ages, getting together for fellowship while enjoying their creative hobbies. It is a great way to meet neighbors that have a mutual love for knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, quilting, or other crafts. We all love to learn something new!

Join each Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00PM.

Location: Katherine Tyra Branch Library at 16719 Clay Road, Houston TX 77084.