Adults

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 21:00

HCPL has partnered with Oldways to present classes on how to eat healthy by following a traditional African diet!

This program will feature two dishes rich in vegetables, spices, and beans. Those dishes are:

  • Black Eyed Pea Salad
  • Blackened Okra

Library staff will give a presentation on the dishes and prepare them for everyone to share! 

This event will be held on the 1st floor in the Children's Activity Space.

Registration is required.

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 21:00

Join us for a live cooking demonstration celebrating African culinary history! We will be learning about African cuisine, history, and culture while making Butter Bean Hummus and Cucumber Salad. All materials are provided and the program is completely free. This program is for adults and teens. Register online @ hcpl.net.

Space is limited, register online and reserve your spot today!

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 21:00

Join us on 4th Thursdays for the Mystery Book Club, a self-run club of readers! If you enjoy all things mystery, this is the book club for you!

Some copies are available downstairs at the Reference Desk, but each member is responsible for obtaining their own copy. Please check out our catalog to request a book! 

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 18:00

In collaboration with the Jacinto City Library, the Healthy Start is a dynamic affiliate program for parents in Harris County Public Health. The program strives to reduce infant mortality rates in Harris County and reduce health disparities by providing comprehensive, community-driven care and support to high-risk populations.

This program intends to provide the following resources:

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 18:00

In collaboration with the Jacinto City Library, the Healthy Start is a dynamic affiliate program for parents in Harris County Public Health. The program strives to reduce infant mortality rates in Harris County and reduce health disparities by providing comprehensive, community-driven care and support to high-risk populations.

This program intends to provide the following resources:

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 18:00

In collaboration with the Jacinto City Library, the Healthy Start is a dynamic affiliate program for parents in Harris County Public Health. The program strives to reduce infant mortality rates in Harris County and reduce health disparities by providing comprehensive, community-driven care and support to high-risk populations.

This program intends to provide the following resources:

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 12:00

Join us for a fun film discussion the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6-7pm. Discover new movies from the comfort of your home and discuss with us different aspects like cinematography, soundtrack, and storytelling. See you at the movies….I mean library.

This month, our film is The Shining (1980)

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 12:00

Join us for a fun film discussion the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6-7pm. Discover new movies from the comfort of your home and discuss with us different aspects like cinematography, soundtrack, and storytelling. See you at the movies….I mean library.

This month, our film is Her (2013)

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 12:00

Join us for a fun film discussion the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6-7pm. Discover new movies from the comfort of your home and discuss with us different aspects like cinematography, soundtrack, and storytelling. See you at the movies….I mean library.

This month, our film is 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)