Through joyful music, movement, and poetry, children explore stories from long ago to today. With gentle storytelling and engaging performances, families are introduced to inspiring people and ideas that help us understand our world. This lively, interactive celebration invites children of all backgrounds to sing, move, listen, and learn together as we celebrate Black History.
Appropriate for young children through the young at heart. Bring the whole family!
Join us at the library for a free 6-week group parenting workshop presented by DePelchin Children's Center and ParentingHelp. Learn about the value of play, child development, coping with stress, positive parenting, supportive parenting behaviors and forming support networks. Also, meet new friends and let your kids have a great play date at the library. If interested come to the first session or register at the library. This workshop is for parents and their children ages birth-5.
Calling all aspiring engineers! Join us at the JC Library with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension to learn all about coding and robots through hands-on challenges!
* Program intended for ages 5-11, but all are welcome!
Join us for our weekly homeschool meet up, where kids can engage in STEAM activities such as building challenges, fiber art crafts, science experiments, process art, games, and more, all while having fun and socializing. Parents/caregivers are welcome to join each other in the library for an informational session and networking.
*Recommended for children ages 5-11, under 5 must have an accompanying adult.
Creativity Corner is a fun, after-school program for elementary kids that sparks imagination through art, crafts, and creative play.
Each week offers new hands-on activities in a welcoming space where kids can express themselves and explore their creative side!
Creativity Corner es un programa divertido después de la escuela para niños de primaria que estimula la imaginación a través del arte, las manualidades y el juego creativo.
Travel through time and experience life, art, and history through the eyes of African American women who have done AMAZING things to make the world a better place! Fly with Bessie Coleman, dance with Josephine Baker, and make art with Faith Ringgold!
Free tickets are required and are available at the Kid's Reference Desk at 10 AM.
Due to space limitations, only one adult per child is permitted.
Experience the magic of two languages at our Bilingual Storytime, specially designed for preschool and elementary-aged children. Each week features a fresh, exciting theme—from high-tech Robots to mythical Dragons. We go beyond the book with interactive games and hands-on instrument play to keep older kids engaged and moving. It’s the perfect blend of literacy, culture, and high-energy fun. 🎸 📚 🎮
🎨🖌 Krafty Kids offers a fantastic chance for your children to unleash their creativity while having a great time in a safe and inviting space. Whether it's painting, drawing, sculpting, or other activities, there’s something for every budding artist to delight in.
A Family Board Game Night
Dice, cards, and everything in between! Drop in to A Series of Unfortunate Dice Rolls, a casual family board game night for ages 7-13. Siblings and parents are welcome to join the fun.
This program is provided in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Bear Creek Library.
Spring into a new hobby! In this program you will learn about a new hobby every week such as gardening or jewelry making, and get a chance to try out! The goal of this program is to spark a child's interest in learning a new hobby. This program is for children in Kindergarten- 5th grade.
Space is limited; Please pick up your free tickets at the Children's Reference Desk every Monday at 4:00 PM