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.
Join us for Polliwog Club on the first Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am! A traveling naturalist from Precinct 1 will be here at the Fairbanks Branch Library to share a story and fascinating information with us about a particular group of animals such as mammals, reptiles, birds, etc. She will bring 3-4 live animals from the featured group that the children will be able to see up close, and they will also have an opportunity to gently touch the animals if they would like to. Touching the animals is always optional. Hand sanitizer will be provided.
Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for Baby Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time program is designed for babies from birth to 18 months old. We share books, songs, rhymes, music, bubbles, and toys! We also learn some early literacy tips and activities. It’s a great way to meet other caregivers and to give your baby a chance to socialize.
Siblings are always welcome.
This program is held in our library meeting room.
No registration or tickets required.
This workshop with Young Audiences of Houston teaching artist Danny Russo introduces participants to a versatile printing process utilized by visual artists worldwide. The printing technique allows participants to quickly and easily make multiple images of original art. Countless ink and paper color choices are possible; participants will be amazed by how quickly and easily they learn to make stunning prints.
Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize.
Siblings are always welcome.
We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located.
No registration or tickets required.
Join us for Preschool Story Time each Tuesday at 11:30 am where we will listen to stories, sing and dance, and do an occasional craft to explore creativity and also help build fine motor skills each week! Our program will be held in the children’s area of the Fairbanks Branch Library. This program is for children ages 3-6. Siblings are always welcome!
This program is provided in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Fairbanks Library.
Community Health & Wellness Services provided by Harris County Public Health at the Fairbanks Branch Library. Come visit the Mobile Dental Clinic for:
First visits include a dental screening.
Follow-up visits may include a dental cleaning or basic treatment.
Adults and Children are welcome
Walk-ins are Welcome
This service is available from 8 am -3 pm each Monday with a lunch from 12-1.
Contact Harris County Public Health if you have any questions at 832-927-7373
Celebrate DINOvember with us on Wednesday, November 12th at 4:15! We'll learn about the layers of the earth where dinosaur fossils are found and then we'll make our own edible "dirt" cup using cookies, pudding, and other yummy ingredients.
This program is intended for ages 5-9. Registration required. Siblings are welcome but must also be registered. Registration opens on October 29th at noon.
We will use ingredients containing wheat, soy, chocolate, sugar, gelatin, and dairy. Please let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies.
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop for children in grades K-12! They will design and decorate their very own miniature nutcracker using popsicle sticks, paint, and other colorful materials.
All supplies provided — just bring your imagination!
Hosted by Young Audiences, Inc. of Houston with teaching artist, Judy Malone Stein.
Perfect for kids and families who love art, crafts, and a little holiday magic!
Turn Your Food Scraps into Something Good!
Bring your food waste to the Aldine Branch Library from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
We're partnering with Moonshot to collect food scraps for composting — a simple way to reduce landfill waste and give back to the earth
What can you bring?
Drop off any of the following compost-friendly items during the event only: