Celebrate America 250 and help us wrap up the 2026 Summer Reading Program with an evening full of old-fashioned fun for the whole family! Step back in time and experience a taste of colonial America with hands-on activities, sweet treats, and historic games everyone can enjoy together.
Kids
Strike gold with us during this exciting hands-on STEM adventure for little learners! As part of our America 250 celebration, kids will travel back in time to learn about the famous Gold Rush and discover how hopeful miners searched rivers and streams for hidden treasures.
Get ready for an afternoon full of color, creativity, and summer fun! Join us on Wednesday, July 1st at 4:30 PM for a festive tie-dye event where you can create your very own red, white, and blue masterpiece. Whether you love bold swirls, classic stripes, or star-inspired designs, this is the perfect way to celebrate summer and show off your creative side.
Get up close and hands-on at an exciting interactive animal session with The Creature Teacher!
Join us on Thursday, June 25th at 2:00 PM at the San Jacinto Community Center (604 Highland Woods Dr., Highlands, TX 77562) for a wild and educational experience the whole family will enjoy.
Meet a variety of fascinating animals and learn all about their habitats, behaviors, and unique traits in an engaging, up-close setting. This interactive program encourages curiosity, questions, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Get ready to be amazed at Reading Is Magic with Magic Lenny!
Join us on Thursday, June 18th at 2:00 PM at the San Jacinto Community Center (604 Highland Woods Dr., Highlands, TX 77562) for a magical, interactive show that brings the joy of reading to life.
Magic Lenny combines mind-blowing tricks, comedy, and storytelling to create an unforgettable experience that inspires kids to explore the world through books. This fun-filled performance is perfect for families and designed to spark imagination while celebrating the magic of reading.
Visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Discovery Dome at North Channel Branch Libary! Step into the Cretaceous Period and experience the extinction event that caused the death of the dinosaurs. Sessions will begin every 30 minutes.
The Literacy Bus from CVISD will be coming to give out free books!
Join us for a Father's Day celebration! We will be hosting a donut brunch for the dads we love so much! Grab a donut and some coffee (or milk) and show appreciation for the father or father-figure in your life!
Come out to celebrate the classic Tall Tale of Paul Bunyan and his blue ox, Babe. We will read a story, color pictures, create luxurious beards and even throw mock axes to really get in to the woodsman spirit!
This program is for children ages 5-7 and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required and begins one week in advance. Only the child needs to register.
Join us as we celebrate the beginning of the Summer Reading Program. Come sign-up for SRP, learn about the library activities available this summer, explore the services of our community partners, and have food and fun!