Join us on Friday, September 11th from 3-5 for a special camping-themed program to promote library card sign-ups. There will be s'mores, books, crafts, and other activities.
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Thu, 09/10/2026 - 01:00
Weaving Mandalas: A Creative Journey *Limited to 30 children, ages 5-11 years. First come first served.
Join Cindy Ventura from Young Audiences of Houston for a fun and creative weaving experience as we explore the beautiful world of mandalas! Kids will learn simple weaving techniques and create their own colorful mandala-inspired piece.
Through colors, shapes, music, and creativity, participants will explore self-expression while enjoying calming meditation and healing music.
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Thu, 09/10/2026 - 01:00
It's that time again! Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings teens and children (Kinder-3rd) together to share the joy of reading. This is a 10 week program that meets once a week for 45 minutes. Our first meeting will be September 11th so sign up now! For more information click here.
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Thu, 09/10/2026 - 01:00
Play games and complete challenges in this money-focused activity! Beacon FCU will be joining us for this week's Kids' Corner to help kids and family learn more about beginner financial skills. Kids in grades K-5 are invited to participate with their families.
Shop new or gently used Halloween costumes for free!
Children and adult costumes and accessories available.
Shopping begins Friday October 2nd at 11:00 (NO EARLY SHOPPERS)
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for Stories Around the World!
Travel the world without ever leaving the library! Join us twice a month as we explore a different country through stories, songs, crafts, and fun facts. Perfect for young explorers and their families!
Capacity is limited, so please pick up a ticket from the children's desk 15mins prior to the start of the program.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for a unique experience, catered just for you!
Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings child and teens together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grades (Little Buddies).
Each Wednesday for 10 weeks, Big Buddies and Little Buddies will meet to read together and create positive experiences surrounding literacy. By the end of the session, we aspire that all Little Buddies will learn to love to read and form positive associations with reading.
Calling all budding scientists, builders, artists, and all-around know-it-alls! STEAM Team is a hands-on, minds-on program designed just for kiddos who love to tinker, build, and explore the world of technology and innovation. Join us at 4 p.m. to do some science and learn about something cool, weird, or just plain amazing. No registration required. Materials are limited and supplied on a "first come; first served" basis.
Book Buddies is a free program that brings children and 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.