Maud Smith Marks Branch Library

By admin, Thu, 06/25/2026 - 22:00

Not sure if your résumé is helping or hurting your chances?  Join us for a fun and informative presentation where we break down what makes a résumé stand out — and what makes it land in the “meh” pile.

We’ll cover:
What employers actually look for (spoiler: it’s not fancy fonts)
How to showcase your skills without sounding like a robot
Common mistakes to avoid — and how to fix them
Tips to tailor your résumé for the job you want

By admin, Thu, 06/25/2026 - 10:00

Get ready to create, explore, and have fun!


Join us each month for our Kids Craft & STEM Days, designed especially for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Participants will enjoy hands-on craft activities that spark creativity, plus one exciting STEM program each month where kids can experiment, build, and discover through science, technology, engineering, and math.

By admin, Thu, 06/25/2026 - 10:00

Unearth your family’ history using genealogy research and tools. A representative from the West Houston Area Genealogy Society will present tools and resources you can use to uncover your family lineage. Learn how to get started with your genealogy research on Saturday, August 8, at 2 PM.

By admin, Wed, 06/24/2026 - 07:00

Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.

This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!

By admin, Wed, 06/24/2026 - 07:00

Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.

This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!

By admin, Tue, 06/23/2026 - 04:00

Get ready to create, explore, and have fun!


Join us each month for our Kids Craft & STEM Days, designed especially for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Participants will enjoy hands-on craft activities that spark creativity, plus one exciting STEM program each month where kids can experiment, build, and discover through science, technology, engineering, and math.

By admin, Tue, 06/23/2026 - 04:00

Bounce, wiggle, and learn with us! 

Join other babies and their parents or caregivers for a fun-filled weekly Baby Storytime. Each session features gentle songs, rhymes, age-appropriate stories, and interactive play designed to support early literacy and encourage bonding.

This program is specially geared for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Come enjoy stories, movement, and social time with other little learners!

By admin, Fri, 06/19/2026 - 19:00

Starting college can feel like trying to solve a puzzle without the picture on the box. Good news — we’ve got the cheat sheet. In this presentation, a former academic advisor shares the real talk you won’t always hear during orientation.

Get the inside scoop on:
Choosing (and maybe changing) your major — without the panic
Time management tips that actually work
How to build a schedule you won’t regret by mid-semester
Campus resources most students don’t use (but should)
The truth about professors, advising, and getting help early

By admin, Fri, 06/19/2026 - 07:00

Read, sing, and learn together!
Join us every Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. for this engaging storytime designed for children ages 3–5. Through stories, rhymes, songs, and playful activities, children will build important early literacy skills such as oral language, phonological awareness, and print recognition.

After storytime, children can enjoy a simple craft or coloring activity to wrap up the fun. It’s a wonderful way to support early learning while making Storytime magical at the library!