Tweens

Do you want to be the very best trainer? Pokémon Club is for anyone who enjoys making crafts, playing games, doing Pokémon challenges all while meeting new friends who enjoy pocket monsters as much as you do. 

Every month there is a new event in this club, so the adventure is always changing.

Ages 8+

TEEN CRAFT: WATERCOLOR PAPER FANS

Join us on Saturday, May 9th at 2:00pm for a creative Teen Craft session focused on artistry, culture, and hands-on fun!

In honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, teens will design and paint traditional Japanese-style watercolor paper fans. This workshop is a great opportunity to explore cultural inspiration while experimenting with color, pattern, and design techniques.

FAMILY FLIX NIGHT: STAR WARS SPECIAL

Join us for a fun-filled Family Flix evening featuring a special screening of Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope on Monday, May 4th at 5:30 pm!

Bring the whole family and enjoy an exciting night in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where movie magic comes to life on the big screen. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the galaxy for the first time, this is the perfect way to share the adventure together.

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that stomp, roar, and charm their way into every heart. This show blends science, storytelling, and imagination in the style of your favorite nature programs. It's an unforgettable field trip through time - without ever leaving your seat! Here at the Fairbanks Library on Thursday, June 25th at 3:00 pm. 

Come see Books Alive bring the children's book The Ballerina with Webbed Feet! from the page to the stage in a fully-staged original musical play that your family will love! Join us on Thursday, June 11th at 3:00 pm for Books Alive: The Ballerina with Webbed Feet!

Make amazing rainbow art at Aldine's scratch art program! Use a wooden pen to scratch any design you like to reveal the rainbow beneath

This program is best for 6^th-9^th graders

Starting May 1, stop by the Crosby Library to sign up for a weekly take-home mystery available this summer. Tweens and teens ages 9 and up are invited to take part in this thrilling case to uncover the Mystery of the Missing Bigfoot.

This detective-style whodunit includes six mystery packets to be solved over the course of the summer. Registration is required - please see the front desk for details and registration

Get Creative with Cricut! This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut machine capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at Harris County Public Library.

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!

Join us at Aldine for a cartoon marathon! Talk about your favorite series and characters with others who like the same shows and check out a show you haven’t seen before.

This program is best for 6^th-9^th graders