Try your hand at the classic video game- in real life! Will your team make it to Oregon or will you fall victim to the trail?
Wagons will be limited, so please register.
Teens
Switch 2 Play is a weekly Thursday event at 4:00 PM in the library, where people of all ages can relax and connect through popular games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart World, Just Dance, Street Fighter VI, and more! All necessary equipment—including the console, controllers, and seating—is provided for a fun and easygoing gaming experience, though feel free to bring your own controllers if you prefer!
Whether you're here to unwind, improve your skills, or make friends, Switch 2 Play offers a welcoming space to play and have fun.
Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services 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.
This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
Curious about the latest technology, creative tools, and hands-on learning opportunities available right here at your library?
Join us for a free, family-friendly event and explore maker options available at the Lone Star College–Tomball Community Library and Innovation Lab! Discover exciting STEM activities, experience innovative technology, and see how creativity and imagination come to life through hands-on making and learning.
Presented by Artist Boat, Eco-Art Camp will unearth the secrets hidden at the bottom of the ocean. During this weeklong camp at the library, students will experience hands-on activities and art creation to understand “Benthic Communities” or what is at the bottom of the ocean. Participants will create watercolor seascapes, glow in the dark acrylic portraits of deep ocean dwelling organisms and create coral models out of clay.
Join us on the first and third Thursdays of the month at Inklings, our teen creative writing club. Bring your writing to share and get feedback from other teens. Any kind of writing is welcome, from short stories to fanfiction, poetry to novels! This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school.
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Sun, 06/14/2026 - 01:00
Are your children's vaccines up to date? Harris Health System Troubleshooters will be here administering recommended vaccines by the CDC such as MMR, DTaP, IPV and others. First come, first serve, bring child(ren) shot record, children ages 0-18. No appointment required. Limited capacity.
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.
Movie discussions! Topics will be based on the previous day's movies.
Refreshments provided by the Friends of Freeman Library.
Go back in time and enjoy a prehistoric meal consisting of chicken lollipops and an herbivorous salad!
In this program, you'll learn how to make chicken lollipops out of drumettes along with a jicama, blueberry, and nut salad, and everyone will have the chance to try this delicious meal!
Accompanied with a short presentation on the speculated Neanderthal diet, attendees will gain some insight into what our ancestors ate.
Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm