Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a6257f4cf8dd42855ad3ba9 admin Sun, 07/26/2026 - 07:00

Steep. Sip. Socialize.

Take a break from your busy week and join us for tea, conversation, and creativity.

Drop in for conversation, board games, coloring, or bring your own craft project to work on while you socialize. Whether you're looking to make new friends or simply enjoy a quiet hour with others, everyone is welcome.

Third Wednesday of every month

6:00–7:00 PM

Second Floor Conference Room

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69d424e61e64afd01e675da3 admin Sat, 07/25/2026 - 16:00

The Galveston Bay Area Scale Modelers Association (GBASMA) is a chartered member of the International Plastic Modelers Society (IPMS).. Club meetings are held monthly to present each other's current projects, share new modeling techniques, answer modeling questions and promote the hobby. We meet 10 AM to 12:30 PM on the 4th Saturday of each month except for May(meets the week after), November (meets the week before) and December.(no meeting).  
Registration not required.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a553921e9de6536001b6f0f admin Sat, 07/25/2026 - 16:00

We will host our next cooking event on Thursday, August 20 at 10:15 AM in the downstairs Meeting Room. Participants will be instructed on how to make Barbacoa, a Mexican-style, slow-roasted, seasoned beef. The food prepared will be provided by the Friends of Freeman Library.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3c1fe5414ef43d0097f0dc admin Sat, 07/25/2026 - 07:00

Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Dance, shake, wiggle, and wear your child out with dancing, physical movement, and rhythm-based activities. You're never too young to P-A-R-T-Y!

Tickets are required for all programs, unless otherwise noted. They are free and available at 10:00 am when the library opens at the Children's Reference Desk. Tickets are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. Lines for the tickets sometimes form before the tickets are distributed. Tickets can run out very quickly so please plan accordingly.

By admin, Sat, 07/25/2026 - 04:00

This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to cross-stitching, which is a form of counted-thread embroidery using X-shaped stitches to create a pattern.

This program is limited to attendees age 5 and up. Children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults must be able to help their children with the project.This program involves sharp embroidery needles and embroidery scissors.Registration is required due to limited supplies and seating.
https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69d80d82f29b90618efde21d admin Sat, 07/25/2026 - 04:00

Build confidence. Improve pronunciation. Read together.

Join us for a relaxed group reading program designed to help strengthen your English pronunciation and fluency. Participants will take turns reading aloud in a supportive, low-pressure environment.

Thursdays

Starting June 4

3:30–5:30 PM

This is a non-leveled ESL program, best suited for learners who already have a basic to strong understanding of English.

All reading materials will be provided.

Register today!

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a4ffe0f0e562e280098bd18 admin Fri, 07/24/2026 - 22:00

Join us for introductory Yoga series where we will explore the many physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga. Participants will practice gentle movement and simple meditation techniques aimed at increasing physical ease and mental clarity. The program will be adapted to the ability levels of those who register, and no prior yoga experience is required.