This class will introduce Canva, an online graphic design platform. Come learn how to make designs for everything from bookmarks to presentations! Basic familiarity with computers (turning on the computer, using the mouse, basic typing, using the internet) is required. Creating a free Canva account at canva.com beforehand is recommended but not required. You will need your own account in order to participate. Registration is required, register @ hcpl.net.
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This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer.
This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
We will meet in the Innovation Lab on the 2nd Floor.
Registration is required, and space is limited! Sign up today!
Come and join us for a fun-filled day with Nintendo games and some classic board games. This event is designed for ages 12-18, so bring your friends along to compete. We can't wait to see you there!
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!
With no assigned book or group discussion, Introvert Happy Hour Book Club is ideal for those who want the community of a book club without the homework, conversation, and social pressure. Please join us in the Upstairs Conference Room on the second Monday of the month to read silently as a group without any discussion and enjoy light refreshments provided by the Friends of Freeman Library. The door opens at 6:00 PM.
No registration is necessary for this free program.
The Next Chapter Feature Film Series returns for 2026 on Thursday, February 26 at 10:15 AM in the Innovation Lab Classroom. We look forward to showing Hidden Figures (2016), a biographical drama about three female African-American mathematicians providing crucial calculations for NASA's space race against the Soviets, all while dealing with the racist and sexist assumptions of their white co-workers. This film stars Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe, Kirsten Dunst, and Jim Parsons.
Join us to paint jars to take home along with some plant seeds and soil! An all-in-one kit to plant something for your windowsill or balcony! This is a family program and all materials will be provided!
¡Únete a nosotros para pintar frascos y llévalos a casa con semillas y tierra! ¡Un kit todo en uno para plantar algo en el alféizar de tu ventana o balcón! Este es un programa familiar y se proporcionarán todos los materiales.
Join us to write along to some writing prompts, chat, make friends, and unwind! This program is for adults 18+. A journal will be provided if you don't already have one! No writing experience needed, just an open mind for adopting a new hobby :) We also sometimes collage and do other creative crafts!
This class will introduce participants to Microsoft Word, Microsoft’s word processing program. You will learn how to open and create a new document, type text into it, and basic formatting. This class builds upon the introductory computer class, so basic familiarity with computers (turning on computer, using the mouse, basic typing) is required. We will be using library computers, so no need to bring your own!
Join with other preschoolers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Preschool Story Time uses age appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and a take-home craft to engage preschoolers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards kids ages 3-5 years.
Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior. Children must have a ticket to attend Preschool Story Time.
For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.