Do you love birds? Do you find owls fascinating? Have you ever wondered what they eat? Come find out and do an owl pellet dissection guided by a ranger from Sheldon Lake State Park!
The program will be in English and is limited to 25 participants, ages 6 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn the basics of archery in this fun, hands-on program for teens! Participants will learn about stance, grip, posture, and safety using foam and Velcro-tipped arrows in an inflatable range. No experience needed. Presented by Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Open to ages 11-18 only.
Tickets will be required and available for free at the front desk 15 minutes before event start time.
A waiver signed by a parent or guardian is also required for entry.
Ready to become a Pokémon Trainer? Join us for a Pokemon Workshop, where you can learn how to play the Pokemon card game, play some practice battles, and even take home a starter deck!
Cards will be provided. This program is for all ages.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
You can register online, call the library at (832)927-5530, or visit us in person at 607 Avenue A, South Houston, TX 77587!
Calling all young creators! Dive into the enchanting world of science and art with hands-on activities that spark imagination and curiosity. No registration needed, but hurry—supplies are limited!
Teens will create their own DIY stress balls using fun fillings and customizable materials to design a squishy, one-of-a-kind fidget toy. All supplies will be provided.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.
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**
This isn't your normal spelling bee; we're about to get Paleolithic in here! Challenge your friends and see who can spell the most words correctly! We'll know more about how our prehistoric pals and how they lived by the time we're done!
Join us every Tuesday for Family Storytime! Bring the whole family to sing fun songs, read engaging stories, and create simple crafts together.
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.
Play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or Mario Kart 8 on the Nintendo Switch!