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By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:00

This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to various hand embroidery stitches and techniques.

  • This program is limited to attendees age 5 and up. Children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults must be able to help their children with the project.
  • This program involves sharp embroidery needles and embroidery scissors.
  • Registration is required due to limited supplies and seating.
By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:00

Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime. We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your toddler age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-5.

By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:00

AARP Tax Aide will once again be available at the Northwest Branch Library. This service will be available Fridays from 1 pm to 5 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm. Service Begins: Friday, February 6, 2026 – Ends: Wednesday, April 15, 2026. No service on Friday, April 3 or Saturday, April 4 due to the Easter holiday.

By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:00

Ready to re-enter today’s workforce with confidence? Join us for a practical, empowering one-on-one meeting designed to help you take the next step in your career journey! 

Connect with a Future U advisor! Discover the college and career resources around you.

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By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:00

AARP Tax Aide will once again be available at the Northwest Branch Library. This service will be available Fridays from 1 pm to 5 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm. Service Begins: Friday, February 6, 2026 – Ends: Wednesday, April 15, 2026. No service on Friday, April 3 or Saturday, April 4 due to the Easter holiday.

By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 06:00

You're invited to attend Story Time every Tuesday at 11 am. 


Story Time is a great way for children to build early literacy skills with stories, rhymes and songs. Parents are encouraged to participate by sitting with children and singing (and learning!) new songs. 

Last half hour is craft time! 

Children of all ages are welcome.

By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 06:00

Do you have a child in kindergarten through 3rd grade who loves stories—or one who could use a little extra reading support? Harris County Public Library’s Book Buddies is a FREE, fun-filled literacy program that pairs enthusiastic, trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with younger readers (Little Buddies) for 10 weeks of reading adventures!

📚Begins: Tuesday, Feb 17th  | 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM

By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 06:00

Come Move and Groove with Us!

Join us for a fun-filled session of reading. singing, and playful movement!
It’s the perfect way to introduce toddlers to the joy of books and reading while building important motor skills. Through music, movement, and play, we’ll help support your child’s growth in a joyful, engaging way—because play is essential to every part of toddler development!

By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 06:00

This month's project is designing your own suncatcher!

Do you love crafting? Do you love caffeine? Join the arts & crafts program Make & Wake where we do a new project every month while sipping on coffee or tea, provided by the library. Feel free to bring your own cup of love to drink during the program. Adults only.


By admin, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 06:00

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.