Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble.
Follow the fascinating growth and development of the world's largest museum and research complex during its first 60 years. Told in rich detail, Smithson's Gamble reveals how, as it defined a role rooted in curiosity and exploration, the Smithsonian helped to shape the nation's developing identity.
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era. These women, in secrecy and subterfuge, courageously and devotedly continued their practices and worship for centuries and passed down their traditions.
Join us for intermediate-level Spanish! This class is designed for patrons who are somewhat familiar with the Spanish language, but not at an advanced level. This class is taught by our amazing tutor, Naheily!
Join us for advanced Spanish! This class is designed for patrons who are already familiar with Spanish and would deem themselves to be at an advanced level. This class will meet on Monday afternoons from 2 PM- 3PM. It is a free class taught by our amazing tutor, Naheily.
Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. You must complete an English placement assessment to join the class. Taking this class will not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.
Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. You must complete an English placement assessment to join the class. Taking this class will not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.
Medicare can be complicated, and now there are changes for 2026.
Come to our FREE workshop to get all your questions answered in a casual, stress-free setting.
The Fairbanks Library is partnering with Medicare in a Nutshell to get you ready for this new chapter in your life.
Discover your options and determine when to sign up.
Register for our workshop online at medicareinanutshell.com and choose Fairbanks Library as your location.
Get in loser, we are going to the movies! Spend a fetch afternoon snacking on Kälteen bars and watching the 2004 movie Mean Girls.
A former homeschooler infiltrates the high school popular clique to take them down for her outcast friends—until their toxic world pulls her in and she starts becoming just like them. Put on your finest pink, avoid the carbs, and come watch this iconic drama from naïve newcomer to queen-bee wannabe… and back again
This program is for age 13 and up.
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Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or any other of the needle arts?
Then you should join our Sit and Stitch Group!
Bring your projects to work on and visit with this awesome group!
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, and space is limited! Sign up today!