Kids

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Magician John O’ Bryant will be visiting Spring Branch Memorial Library for a special after hours Summer Reading Magic Show. It is filled with amazing magic, family-friendly comedy, audience participation, and more incredible surprises! John’s high-energy shows have made him a crowd favorite at libraries across Texas! Come be part of the excitement at the library! This program is geared for ages 3 and up. 
Please register to attend! Adults need to be in attendance with children. Adults need to register themselves along with children. 

By admin, Thu, 06/11/2026 - 10:00

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Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted). Time: 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM  Ages: 6-9 Description: Come create something new each week! Arts and crafts for children aged 6-9. Additional Info: Free! Contact Rebecca.Cates@Lonestar.edu. Location: Kids Corner Ticket Info*: Limit: 20

*Children's Ticket Details

By admin, Thu, 06/11/2026 - 10:00

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Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted). Time: 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM  Ages: 6-9 Description: Come create something new each week! Arts and crafts for children aged 6-9. Additional Info: Free! Contact Rebecca.Cates@Lonestar.edu. Location: Kids Corner Ticket Info*: Limit: 20

*Children's Ticket Details

By admin, Thu, 06/11/2026 - 07:00

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This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to cross-stitching, which is a form of counted-thread embroidery using X-shaped stitches to create a pattern.

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, 06/11/2026 - 07:00

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Join us at the library for the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion's Instrument Petting Zoo, powered by Ovintiv. During the program kids will have the chance to get up close and personal with the musical instruments they see professionally played on stage. Various instruments, including ukeleles, violins and drums are set up for the kids to touch, hold and play. We will start with a 30-minute reading featuring Classical Sing Move Play-an interactive story time opportunity performed by a trained Houston Grand Opera artist! 

By admin, Thu, 06/11/2026 - 07:00

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Youth grades 2nd-12th are welcome to come learn chess from teen volunteers at the library! Join Andy and friends as they walk you through moves that will get you started and improve your game.  This program is for beginner and intermediate players.

By admin, Thu, 06/11/2026 - 04:00

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There will be a brief lesson for beginners at the beginning of the session. Each class go over the following:

  1. How each chess pieces move
  2. Chess rules
  3. Review how to use a chess clock
  4. How to use notation
  5. How to set up the chess board
  6. Discuss special moves
  7. Describe check and checkmate
  8. Review chess principals
  9. Cover minor tactics
  10. Discuss end game principals
  11. Then members will get a chance to play each other

**Ages 9-17 ONLY & FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE**

Kids