Tweens

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Join us each day for an art camp! 

Kids will learn and create something brand new each day of the week and get a free field trip to the Museum of Fine Arts Houston on Friday!

Space is limited. Registration for this program is first-come first-serve, but there will be a waitlist.

The program is open to children ages 7 to 12 years old. Parents must register their child in-person at the Aldine Branch Library (11331 Airline Dr., Houston, TX 77037)

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Date/Day: Tuesdays, weekly June 1-Aug 1

Time: 1:00PM & 2:30PM

Ages:10-12

Description: Calling all creative tweens! Come hang out, make a cool craft, and have fun with friends while learning something new. 🎨

Additional Info:

6/2 String Art6/9 Excavation Exploration6/16 Purr-ler Beads6/23 Tiny Worlds Between the Books6/30 Soda Bottle Terrariums7/7 Bath Bombs7/14 Paper Embroidery7/21 Dino Dirt Cake7/28 No Tween Programs

Ticket Info*: Limit 20

*Children's Ticket Details

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Date/Day: Tuesdays, weekly June 1-Aug 1

Time: 1:00PM & 2:30PM

Ages:10-12

Description: Calling all creative tweens! Come hang out, make a cool craft, and have fun with friends while learning something new. 🎨

Additional Info:

6/2 String Art6/9 Excavation Exploration6/16 Purr-ler Beads6/23 Tiny Worlds Between the Books6/30 Soda Bottle Terrariums7/7 Bath Bombs7/14 Paper Embroidery7/21 Dino Dirt Cake7/28 No Tween Programs

Ticket Info*: Limit 20

*Children's Ticket Details

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

There will be a brief lesson for beginners at the beginning of the session. Each class go over the following:

How each chess pieces moveChess rulesReview how to use a chess clockHow to use notationHow to set up the chess boardDiscuss special movesDescribe check and checkmateReview chess principalsCover minor tacticsDiscuss end game principalsThen members will get a chance to play each other

**Ages 9-17 ONLY & FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE**

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e7d4e7c1cf6f9a7586d728 admin Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Mr. Kelly will be teaching the basics of the game of chess, how the pieces move, easy openings, endgames, and host games for beginners, intermediate, and advanced players age 6-17.

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for a whirl of a time!

Our friends with Mad About Hoops are coming to show off their crazy skills with the circle, also known as the hula-hoop. They'll wow and dazzle you with their acrobatic skills and quick hula-hoop tricks.

This event will be hosted by our generous neighbors at the George H. W. Bush Community Center, Room 226. There is no age restriction, so bring the whole family. This event is free with no ticket required.

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Magician John O’Bryant will be visiting Fairbanks Branch Library on Thursday, July 30th at 3:00 pm and you don’t want to miss it! 

Get ready for a magical adventure with John O’Bryant’s 2026 Summer Reading Magic Show! This all-new performance is packed with mind-blowing magic, dazzling illusions, and plenty of laugh-out-loud surprises. Come see the impossible happen right before your eyes!

John O’Bryant is a featured family magician at the LOL Comedy Club and a frequent headliner at SeaWorld Adventure Parks.

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

It's time to sing and dance with Andyroo and the Andyrooniverse at the Dinosaur Party! In this interactive concert, you'll wave your little arms like a T-Rex, run like a Velociraptor, and bop like a Triceratops while Andyroo sings his dinosaur hits from the Mesozoic Era to the modern day. Join us on Thursday, July 9th at 3:00 pm!

By admin, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 01:00

Are you Board Silly?! Bring the whole family for a fun evening of board games, card games, puzzles, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs. From classic favorites to new games to try, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

All ages and skill levels are welcome.