Tweens

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.

Want to make your voice heard and help shape what happens at your library? The Stratford Branch Library is looking for motivated teens to join the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC)—a team of young leaders who help connect local youth with the library and the wider community.

As a TAC member, you won’t just attend meetings—you’ll help plan programs, influence decisions, and create a better space for teens through service, advocacy, and leadership.

Learn about owls, what they eat, and what scientists look at in their pellets! Supplies will be provided.

This program is intended for ages 9 through 12 and is not suitable for younger children.

Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Cricut-Sublimation Orientation!

Book Buddies is a free program that brings children and and teen volunteers together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in Kindergarten through 3rd grades (Little Buddies). For 10 weeks, the Buddies meet once a week in the afternoon for 45 minutes of one-on-one shared reading.

Ready to make your next move? Join us for Teen Chess Night presented by First Checkmate! Test your strategy, improve your game, and compete in friendly matches with other teens.

All skill levels are welcome. 

Chess boards provided. 

Open to ages 11-18 only.

Calling all homeschooled kids! Through hands-on activities, experiments, and interactive lessons, children will discover, learn, and explore.

Join us from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Katy library for LEGO build challenges and free play! This program is for 5-11 year-olds or K-5th graders. This event is ticketed, first come-first serve, and doors will close after 4:45 pm. See you there!

*Programs and services are Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant. Special accommodations can be requested in advance by contacting the library.