Maud Smith Marks Branch Library

By admin, Fri, 03/13/2026 - 13:00

Seniors 55+ are invited to join the Maud Marks Library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to the Alvin Historical Museum and learn about Alvin-area history including exhibits on Nolan Ryan and war memorabilia from the Civil War to World War II as well as visit the Slover-Rogers Cottage. The bus will be departing on Tuesday, April 21, from 9:00 AM.

By admin, Fri, 03/13/2026 - 13:00

Join us for our Cricut orientation!

This orientation session will instruct participants on using the Cricut in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use a Cricut at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Cricut. Attendees will receive the Cricut and Cricut Explore Air 2 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.

By admin, Fri, 03/13/2026 - 13:00

Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!

This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer in the library . Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a 3D printer at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.

By admin, Thu, 03/12/2026 - 22:00

Get ready to create, explore, and have fun!


Join us each month for our Kids Craft & STEM Days, designed especially for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Participants will enjoy hands-on craft activities that spark creativity, plus one exciting STEM program each month where kids can experiment, build, and discover through science, technology, engineering, and math.

By admin, Thu, 03/12/2026 - 22:00

Join with other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Baby Storytime uses songs, age appropriate stories, and playtime to engage both babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards newborns through 18 months.

By admin, Wed, 03/11/2026 - 19:00

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!