Learn how to heat press a custom vinyl cut design to a tote bag!
Tweens
Start the middle of your week by watching a great movie and enjoying a snack!
Join us for our Cricut orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the Cricut in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use a Cricut at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Cricut. Attendees will receive the Cricut and Cricut Explore Air 2 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for a special Storytime with Ms. Maryam! You'll decorate your bikes and parade them for all to see.
This program is a BYOB (bike) program. Families of all shapes and sizes are welcome.
Excavate some excitement this summer at this weekly arts and crafts program! Each week we'll create a new work of art and learn about archaeology, dinosaurs, and history along the way.
This program is designed for tweens and teens ages 12 to 18.
Registration is not required, but supplies and space may be limited.
There will be a brief lesson for beginners at the beginning of the session. Each class go over the following:
How each chess pieces moveChess rulesReview how to use a chess clockHow to use notationHow to set up the chess boardDiscuss special movesDescribe check and checkmateReview chess principalsCover minor tacticsDiscuss end game principalsThen members will get a chance to play each other**Ages 9-17 ONLY & FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE**
Join the mobile education team from Harris County Precinct 3 to craft your very own walking stick! Learn about different tree species found along our Greenways and personalize your stick to take on your next hike. Ages 7 + welcome. We will use sharp tools; adults must supervise their children. This is the same program that was offered in June.
Class size limited to 25, so be sure to sign up at the front desk! After signing up, be sure to check-in 10 minutes before the start of the program to ensure your spot.
Community Health & Wellness Services provided by Harris County Public Health at the Fairbanks Branch Library. Come visit the Mobile Dental Clinic for:
First visits include a dental screening.
Follow-up visits may include a dental cleaning or basic treatment.
Adults and Children are welcome
Walk-ins are Welcome
This service is available from 8 am -3 pm each Monday with a lunch from 12-1.
Contact Harris County Public Health if you have any questions at 832-927-7373
For this month's Library Movie Nights, we are inviting families to join us to watch either Jurassic Park or Jurassic World. This fits the Summer Reading Program theme: Unearth a Story. Attendees will vote on one of the films, and we will watch the winning movie together.
Popcorn and beverages will be provided, but feel free to bring their own snacks. Please be mindful about cleaning up after yourselves. Registration is required and space is limited.
Get creative at the library by decorating picture frames in a variety of sizes! Use paints, stickers, and craft supplies to design a personalized frame perfect for photos, artwork, or gifts.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.