Learn more about your favorite reptiles with our friends from Crocodile Encounter! During this program, they will show different kinds of live reptiles (from crocodiles and alligators, to snakes, turtles, and more) and share fun facts about each of them!
Note: Program attendees will not be able to touch the animals.
This program is recommended for ages 3-12. Please join us to learn more about dinos with the experts! Checkout some real dinosaur fossils, teeth, and claws!
Tickets are required for all programs unless otherwise noted. They are free and available 30 minutes before the program begins at the Children’s Reference Desk. Tickets are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Lines for the tickets sometimes form before the tickets are distributed. Tickets can run out very quickly, so please plan accordingly.
Join us at the library for the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion's Instrument Petting Zoo, powered by Ovintiv. During the program kids will have the chance to get up close and personal with the musical instruments they see professionally played on stage. Various instruments, including ukeleles, violins and drums are set up for the kids to touch, hold and play. We will start with a 30-minute reading featuring Classical Sing Move Play-an interactive story time opportunity performed by a trained Houston Grand Opera artist!
Come create a painting of your furry, feathered, or scaly best friend! All supplies will be provided.
This program is for children ages 8-12. Registration is required and begins one week in advance.
Get ready for a magical adventure with John O'Bryant's 2026 summer reading magic show! Come see the impossible happen right before your eyes!
Tickets are required for all programs unless otherwise noted. They are free and available 30 minutes before the program begins in the Children’s Department. The tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Lines for the tickets sometimes form before the tickets are distributed. Tickets can run out very quickly, so please plan accordingly.
Join us for our Tween Book Club! We will discuss the book of the month, have snacks, and enjoy book related activities. This month we will be reading "Finn and the Intergalactic Lunchbox" by Michael Buckley.
On Friday, June 12th, we will discuss chapters 1-14.
On Friday, June 26th, we will discuss the rest of the book.
This book club is intended for children ages 8-12. Online registration is required; space is limited.
Join us for fun and games! Especially if you LOVE math. Mathnasium of Memorial City will be providing us with an afternoon of math-related activities and games for ages 6 and up.
Storytime for Toddlers
Join Ms. Sharon for a lively, interactive storytime designed especially for toddlers. Little ones will enjoy singing, movement, and simple dinosaur-themed stories in a fun and welcoming environment.
This program includes songs, early literacy activities, and a hands-on craft.
Don't lose your page! Step back in time and get crafty!
Join us for a dino-mite bookmark-making event where you can design prehistoric-themed holders.
1st course June 30th at 12 PM Cleared Pressed Flowers
2nd course July 14th at 12 PM Yarn Bookmarks
3rd course July 28th at 12 PM Seashell Fossil Designs