Join us after school for a Halloween celebration inspired by Over the Garden Wall! Enjoy games, crafts, themed snacks and drinks, and a screening of the award-winning series!
Over the Garden Wall (PG) follows two half-brothers, Wirt and Greg, who become lost in a strange forest called the Unknown. The two must travel across the mysterious forest with the occasional help of the wandering and elderly Woodsman and Beatrice, a talking bluebird.
Come make a craft! This is for children ages 2 and up.
Where: Upstairs in the kids' area or outside.
Note: First come, first served. We hope and aim to have enough supplies for everyone to join the fun.
Information for Persons with Disabilities:Programs and services are Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant. Special accommodations can be requested in advance by contacting the library.
We’re excited to partner with School of Rock to bring a fun and educational Children’s Music Class to Stratford Branch Library!
One-hour music experience led by a music professional. Children ages 5–10 will explore the building blocks of music, including rhythm, tempo, and dynamics, through engaging, hands-on activities.
Join us every Saturday in our children's area for a family-friendly Story Time with Sawyer, a certified therapy dog, and his human, Betsy!
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 (our amazing Big Buddies) with younger readers (Little Buddies) for 9 weeks of reading adventures!
A virtual tour around the world! Join us every second Tuesday of the month as we learn about the cultural practices, celebrations, food, animals, language, and geography of specific countries through discussion and hands-on activities. In November, we'll travel to the United Kingdom!
This program is for children ages 7-12. Registration is required and begins one week in advance.
Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings child and teens together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grades (Little Buddies).
Each Wednesday for 10 weeks, Big Buddies and Little Buddies will meet to read together and create positive experiences surrounding literacy. By the end of the session, we aspire that all Little Buddies will learn to love to read and form positive associations with reading.
Krafty Kids is a whimsical environment where children can express their creativity through a variety of artistic activities, ranging from painting to sculpting. With an extensive selection of supplies and guided sessions, kids have the opportunity to explore their talents and craft unique masterpieces to take home. Join us every Wednesday at 3:45 PM for an inspiring creative adventure!
Need a place to finish homework and relax after school?
Join us for Homework Help & Hangout every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 4:30 PM! Whether you're working through a difficult assignment, studying for a test, or just looking for a quiet place to focus, the library is here to help.
Each session includes:
Homework help A safe, welcoming study space A simple, fun craft SnacksCome get your homework done, take a creative break, and spend time with friends at the library. We hope to see you there!
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for a unique experience, catered just for you!