Come get crafty at the Barbara Bush Branch Library on our Tween Craft Day!
Have some fun creating a different project each month. All materials will be provided.
This program is strictly for ages 8 to 12. If there are Littles in your group, please come to the Family Place play area to engage in age appropriate distractions while the siblings are crafting new creations.
Supplies are limited, so please pick up a ticket from the Children's staff prior to the program.
Occurrence: 3rd Wednesday of the month
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM & 6:30-7:30 PM
Ages: 10-13
Description: Join us for lively book discussions with a new theme each month.
Additional Info:
Location: Kids Corner
This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use a 3D printer.
Occurrence: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month (unless otherwise noted)
Time 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 5:00pm-6:00pm
Ages: 10-15 years
Description: Learn knitting, crochet, macramé, and embroidery basics!
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Location: Teen Room
Unleash your creativity! Join us in the Fairbanks Library meeting room on Thursday, December 18 from 4:30-5:30 pm for a popsicle stick nutcracker painting workshop — fun, festive, and perfect for all ages! A Young Audiences of Houston teaching artist will help participants to design and decorate their own nutcracker ornaments to take home, learning simple painting techniques along the way. Makes a great gift!
This program is provided in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Fairbanks Library.
Get ready to launch into STEM fun! Design and build your own mini catapult using popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and bottle caps. Test your aim, tweak your design, and see who can fling the farthest. All materials provided—just bring your creativity!
Are you a creative tween or teen who loves to push the boundaries of your imagination and craft something original? Join us at the library for our Build Challenge! We’ll be using LEGOs to create something strange, fantastic, or a delightful mix of both!
Join the fun and put your teamwork to the test! Work together to solve tricky challenges, get hands-on with creative tasks, and build confidence while making new friends.
🎥🎬 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!
Get into the holiday spirit! Join a Young Audiences of Houston visual arts for a Reindeer-Making workshop and create your very own popsicle stick reindeer to take home!