AARP Tax Aide will once again be available at the Northwest Branch Library. This service will be available Fridays from 1 pm to 5 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm. Service Begins: Friday, February 6, 2026 – Ends: Wednesday, April 15, 2026. No service on Friday, April 3 or Saturday, April 4 due to the Easter holiday.
Adults
Booked This Afternoon meets in person on the second Thursday of the month, March 12, at 2 PM. This month we will be discussing How to Solve Your Own Murder, by Kristen Perrin.
Looking for fun things to do during spring break? Come spend the afternoon at the library! There will crafts (while supplies last), snacks, and fun music to listen to while you enjoy your week off. This program is for adults and teens.
Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English assessment must be taken for class admittance. Taking this class does not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.
Celebrate Black History Month and the rich cultural heritage of Texas with us! HCPL has partnered with Oldways to present classes on how to eat healthfully by following recipes inspired by a traditional African diet!
This program will feature three dishes rich in vegetables, spices, and nutritious grains.
The dishes are:
Get easy-to-understand information along with real-world tools to help manage your kidney health.
Join us at 4:30 PM to make Origami butterflies! Ms. Nyla will show everyone how to make one to take home and one to string up to replace our old origami cranes!
Learn about 3D printing, including how 3D printers work, and how to create your own custom designs. Participants will earn a badge and be able to reserve future appointments to use a 3D printer at HCPL branches.
Join us weekly on Wednesdays from 2:00PM to 3:30PM to practice speaking English with other learners. Please register for the class by filling out a student application at our front desk.
Tenemos una clase de inglés conversacional cada lunes a las 2:00 de la tarde. En esta clase puede practicar el inglés platicando con otros estudiantes. Por favor llene la solicitud de registro y entréguela a nuestro escritorio de servicio antes de llegar a la clase.
Need help preparing your taxes? AARP will prepare your taxes for FREE!
Available only on Mondays and Fridays from 10AM to 2PM.
You will need to bring:
- the completed AARP tax packet (available at the library),
- a driver's license/state ID,
- social security card, and
- any relevant tax information/forms.
This program is first come, first serve for walk-ins.
This year AARP will also offer appointments. Appointments can be made over the phone or in-person.