Teens! Hang out, play games, and do something awesome at the library! We have tablets, a huge digital table, game consoles, and more for FREE use. Meet new friends, challenge yourself, and unleash your creativity!
For ages 12-17, 18 if in school.
English
This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is required and space is limited!
What You'll Learn:
- What is composting?
- What can and cannot be composted.
- Benefits for soil, climate and the community
- Join the class & get a FREE 5-gallon compost bucket
Registration gives us an estimate of how many compost buckets are needed. Please register each attendee/household in your party to ensure we have the best possible estimate.
What You'll Learn:
- What is composting?
- What can and cannot be composted.
- Benefits for soil, climate and the community
- Join the class & get a FREE 5-gallon compost bucket
Registration gives us an estimate of how many compost buckets are needed. Please register each attendee/household in your party to ensure we have the best possible estimate.
Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.
This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!
Step into the wild!
Join us for an exciting Exotic Animal Show featuring live animals and unforgettable encounters. Travel through time as you learn about the amazing animals from the age of dinosaurs to the incredible creatures we share the planet with today. Our shows are packed with fun facts and up-close experiences, perfect for curious kids of all ages and animal-loving adults. Get ready to experience the wild with Wild Things Zoofari!
- Occurrence: Saturdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
- Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
- Ages: Children and families
- Description: Songs, stories, and rhymes for the whole family. Designed for children and their caregivers to participate together.
- Additional Info: Free! No registration.
- Location: Kids Corner
- Ticket Info*: Limit: 65
*Children's Ticket Details
The Galveston Bay Area Scale Modelers Association (GBASMA) is a chartered member of the International Plastic Modelers Society (IPMS).. Club meetings are held monthly to present each other's current projects, share new modeling techniques, answer modeling questions and promote the hobby. We meet 10 AM to 12:30 PM on the 4th Saturday of each month except for May(meets the week after), November (meets the week before) and December.(no meeting).
Registration not required.
The Galveston Bay Area Scale Modelers Association (GBASMA) is a chartered member of the International Plastic Modelers Society (IPMS).. Club meetings are held monthly to present each other's current projects, share new modeling techniques, answer modeling questions and promote the hobby. We meet 10 AM to 12:30 PM on the 4th Saturday of each month except for May(meets the week after), November (meets the week before) and December.(no meeting).
Registration not required.
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.