Practice your conversational English with a small group and a volunteer ESL tutor! To register, apply any time in person at the Maud Marks Branch Library and take the ESL placement test. This program is free!
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¡Cuentos, canciones, y actividades en español e inglés para niños de 2 a 6 años de edad y sus familias!
*Se necesita un ticket gratuito para participar. Los tickets estarán disponibles en la biblioteca 30 minutos antes de que comience el programa.
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Join us for songs, stories, and activities in Spanish and English for children ages 2-6 years and their families.
*Free ticket required for admittance. Tickets available in the library 30 minutes before the start of the program.
Hey Teens!
Teen created, Jeopardy style trivia...for prizes!
Whether you go it alone or join a team, choose your category, answer the question, and win prizes!
Please join us for an English introduction class every Saturday!
This class is designed for students who are interested in learning and /or practicing speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills in English. Classes are free, and all materials are provided
¡Por favor, únase a nosotros para una clase de introducción Inglés todos los sabados!
Esta clase está diseñada para los estudiantes que están interesados en aprender y / o practicar hablar, escuchar, escribir y leer en Inglés. Las clases son gratuitas y se proporcionan todos los materiales
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for Ms. Janet's jaw-dropping program exploring facts, legends and myths from around the world, and attempt record-breaking challenges!
This program dives into to the unbelievable to investigate strange history, bizarre animal facts, fascinating mysteries, and mind-blowing world records. It’s packed with interactive challenges, sparking curiosity, that will inspire tweens to think outside the box. With each visit, they'll be introduced to things that seem near impossible, all while having fun and learning something new!
Every Monday at 11:30 AM, hop on over for a delightful Storytime extravaganza! Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of whimsical stories, catchy tunes, and playful rhymes that will bring joy to little ones' faces. Don't forget to bring along your coziest blanket or your snuggliest stuffed friend for that extra touch of magic!
Get into the Halloween spirit with this fun Cricut craft! Learn how to cut and assemble a spooky paper witch lantern that makes a great addition to your Halloween décor.
No Cricut experience needed, and all materials are provided.
Unwind after school Mondays and Thursdays at the library! Chat with your friends, work on homework, and enjoy your snacks.
This event is open to tween and teens only. No registration is required, but space and supplies may be limited.
October is Gulf Coast Reads. What is that you may ask, well it is an annual regional reading initiative that encourages people across Southeast Texas to read or listen to the same selected book during the month of October. This year’s pick is The Librarians by Sherry Thomas. It is a contemporary workplace mystery set in a small branch library in the suburbs of Austin, Texas, where the quiet routines of four diverse staff members—Hazel, Jonathan, Astrid, and Sophie—are upended when two patrons are found murdered after the library's inaugural murder mystery game night.
Tales for Tots is a hands-on early literacy program for toddlers aged 24 months to 3 years, focusing on parent-child interactions. Each week is packed with fun as we sing, talk, read, and play, our way through exciting stories, catchy songs, wiggle-worthy movement, creative crafts, and more. A fun and engaging way to develop early literacy skills while making new friends!
How to Attend We want to ensure a positive experience for everyone, but we need your help.