Kids

By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 07:00

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Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize. 

Siblings are always welcome. 

We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located. 

No registration or tickets required. 

By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

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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.

By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

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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.

By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

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You're invited to attend Story Time every Tuesday at 11 am. 

Story Time is a great way for children to build early literacy skills with stories, rhymes and songs. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate by sitting with children and singing (and learning!) new songs. 

Last half hour is craft time!  Children of all ages are welcome.

We cannot host daycares or groups.

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By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a331bf7c7d3cd58006118a2

You're invited to attend Story Time every Tuesday at 11 am. 

Story Time is a great way for children to build early literacy skills with stories, rhymes and songs. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate by sitting with children and singing (and learning!) new songs. 

Last half hour is craft time!  Children of all ages are welcome.

We cannot host daycares or groups.

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By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

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Do you have a child in kindergarten through 3rd grade who loves stories—or one who could use a little extra reading support? Harris County Public Library’s Book Buddies is a FREE, fun-filled literacy program that pairs enthusiastic, trained teen volunteers (our amazing Big Buddies) with younger readers (Little Buddies) for 9 weeks of reading adventures!

Reading Sessions begin: Mondays | 4:45 PM – 5:30 PM

By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

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Play, Learn, and Grow Together! 

From September 2 through September 30, our regular Patty Cake Baby Story Time will be replaced by the Play and Grow Family Place Workshops. Baby Story Time will return on October 7.

Join us for this special 5-week parent-child workshop designed to support early childhood development while strengthening the bond between children and their caregivers. Children ages 1–3 will enjoy hands-on play with toys and activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and learning.

By admin, Fri, 09/11/2026 - 04:00

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Grades 3 to 12 bring your binders and come play Pokémon! Game mats and a limited number of gaming packs will be available. Parents must sign a permission slip to allow their children to trade cards.  Enjoy snacks, Pokémon adventures on the big screen, finish a Poke-craft, and win a free Pokémon book!

Kids