Help lead your library! Join a group of teens in grades 7–12 to plan events and improve the library.
Why Join?
Earn volunteer hours.Help pick new books, snacks, and decorations.Learn skills for your resume.Get a letter of recommendation.What You’ll Do
Plan fun events like game nights and crafts.Tell the library what books and Manga to buy.How to Join
You must fill out an application and talk with Mike, or designated library staff member, to join.Bring in your old kpop albums, photocards, and merch to trade with other fans! Any new or gently used items that other folks might be interested in are welcome, no restrictions on groups or artists. We will also have a free photocard decoration station!
Participants determine what they consider to be a fair trade for their items. Please note that per county policies, no buying or selling can take place at Harris County facilities. Trades must be item-for-item or given as gifts.
Join us for our monthly Lego Club! We provide the Lego's and the kids provide the creativity and imagination! Program is open to children of all ages. Join us for an hour of fun mixed free and themed building.
Adults and teens are invited to join us Saturday, May 9th, for a hands-on sublimation workshop celebrating AAPI through art and design. Participants will learn all about the process of sublimation and how they can book time to use sublimation equipment at select HCPL maker locations for their own projects!
Attendees will learn sublimation techniques by creating a full-color Asian American and Pacific Islander Month-themed metal business card. Participants will have the opportunity to choose from 2 pre-selected designs, created by our guest instructor, Sonny!
Lights, laughter, and classic cartoons!
Calling all teens—come hang out at the library for a special cartoon
Bring your own favorite snacks to enjoy while you watch and get ready for a fun-filled break with nonstop cartoon comedy. If you love animation and humor, this is the perfect event for you!
Teen Craft: Teacup Fairy Gardens
Get ready for the most dreamy, whimsical craft ever! Join us on Saturday, April 25th at 2:00 PM at the Stratford Branch Library and create your very own tiny fairy garden tucked inside a teacup
We’ll have everything you need to design a magical little world—think mini plants, dainty flowers, itty-bitty decorations, and the sweetest fairy-sized details. Build a cozy home for your fairy friends, add a sprinkle of sparkle, and let your imagination run wild in the cutest way possible
Two teams, two snacks...make, bake, and eat...choose the winner!
Are you struggling with a stitch or technique?
Don't know where to start?
Swing by the Robin Bush Room on the third Saturday every month between 3:00 and 5:00 for a helping hand!
Bring your project and questions and we will use library resources to help!
Occurrence: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month (unless otherwise noted)
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM & 5:00PM - 6:00 PM
Ages: 10-15 years
Description: Learn knitting, crochet, macramé, and embroidery basics!
Additional Info: Start new projects or bring a current project to work on. You will have the opportunity to display your finished project in the library!
Contact Leah.J.Stark@LoneStar.edu for special age participation consideration.
Location: Teen Room
Occurrence: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month (unless otherwise noted)
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM & 5:00PM - 6:00 PM
Ages: 10-15 years
Description: Learn knitting, crochet, macramé, and embroidery basics!
Additional Info: Start new projects or bring a current project to work on. You will have the opportunity to display your finished project in the library!
Contact Leah.J.Stark@LoneStar.edu for special age participation consideration.
Location: Teen Room