Youth grades 4 to 12 come to play Super Smash Bros, race in Mario Kart on our Switch, or play games on one of our “retro” consoles! Snacks are provided
Maud Smith Marks Branch Library
Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.
This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!
Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.
This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!
Join us for Scrabble Craft for Adults where words and creativity come together! We’ll transform classic Scrabble tiles into clever keepsakes, personalized art, and witty décor. It’s a relaxed, adults-only evening of crafting, conversation, and a little friendly wordplay—no experience needed. Bring your imagination and get ready to spell something unforgettable! Join us on Monday, April 13, at 6 PM. Registration is required
Do you get overwhelmed by the huge task of spring cleaning? Join Professional Organizer, Lisa Munkvold, and learn the most efficient ways to declutter and organize your home to optimize the task of spring cleaning! Show up on Wednesday, April 1st, at 6:30 PM.
Seniors 55+ are invited to join the Maud Marks Library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to the Alvin Historical Museum and learn about Alvin-area history including exhibits on Nolan Ryan and war memorabilia from the Civil War to World War II as well as visit the Slover-Rogers Cottage. The bus will be departing on Tuesday, April 21, from 9:00 AM.
Join us for our laser cutter orientation!
Join us for our Cricut orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the Cricut in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use a Cricut 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 Cricut. Attendees will receive the Cricut and Cricut Explore Air 2 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer 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. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
Booked This Afternoon meets in person on the second Thursday of the month, April 9, at 2 PM. This month we will be discussing The Library of Lost and Found, by Phaedra Patrick.