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Bring Your Family to Storytime! In-Person

Join us for Family Storytime, where we bring books to life through stories, songs, and activities that everyone in the family will enjoy! This interactive event encourages a love of reading and is...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Meeting Room, Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 10 seats left

Bring Your Family to Storytime! In-Person

Join us for Family Storytime, where we bring books to life through stories, songs, and activities that everyone in the family will enjoy! This interactive event encourages a love of reading and is...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:15am
Location:
Meeting Room, McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)     Adults     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 10 seats left

Bring Your Family to Storytime! In-Person

Join us for Family Storytime, where we bring books to life through stories, songs, and activities that everyone in the family will enjoy! This interactive event encourages a love of reading and is...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Location:
Walker Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 16 seats left

Read to a Furry Friend at Pawsitive Pups Storytime! In-Person

Bring your favorite book and join us for Pawsitive Pups Storytime at the Houston Public Library! Kids ages 5-10 are invited to read aloud to our gentle therapy dog, who loves to listen to stories....  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Location:
Meeting Room, Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register!

Step Into a Lively Book Club Discussion In-Person

Connect with fellow book lovers at our lively book club! Join us for great conversations about this month's pick. Share your thoughts, hear different perspectives, and discover your next favorite...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Location:
Conference Room, Jungman Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Author Talks / Book Clubs  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 5 seats left

Bring Your Family to Storytime! In-Person

Join us for Family Storytime, where we bring books to life through stories, songs, and activities that everyone in the family will enjoy! This interactive event encourages a love of reading and is...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 11:30am
Location:
4th floor Kids Room, Central Library, Jesse H. Jones Building
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 14 seats left

Boost Your Well-Being: Come to Our Health and Wellness Events! In-Person

Ready to take charge of your health? We offer a variety of health and wellness events designed to help you live your best life. Whether you’re interested in a teen health workshop, exploring the...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
WIC Room, Stimley-Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Classes & Education  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 15 seats left

Bring Your Family to Storytime! In-Person

Join us for Family Storytime, where we bring books to life through stories, songs, and activities that everyone in the family will enjoy! This interactive event encourages a love of reading and is...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Children's Area, Alief-David M. Henington Regional Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 17 seats left

Bring Your Family to Storytime! In-Person

Join us for Family Storytime, where we bring books to life through stories, songs, and activities that everyone in the family will enjoy! This interactive event encourages a love of reading and is...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Oak Forest Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register!

Get Crafty: Join Our Make Something! Crafting Session In-Person

Unleash your creativity with Make Something! Crafting, a monthly program designed for adults and older teens (ages 15 and up). Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking for a fun way to...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Teens (13-18 yrs)     Adults  
Categories:
  Crafts & STEM  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 1 seat left

Get Crafty: Kids Craft Time at the Library! In-Person

Unleash your creativity at our Kids Craft program! Join us for a fun and imaginative crafting session where children ages 5-10 can create exciting projects to take home and show off. This is a...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Stimley-Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)  
Categories:
  Crafts & STEM  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 16 seats left

Stretch Your Dollar: Learn Smart Ways to Save Money! In-Person

Looking for tips to get more out of your budget? Join us for How to Stretch Your Dollar, a practical workshop where you’ll discover simple and effective strategies to save time and money on your...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Shepard-Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Seniors     Adults  
Categories:
  Arts & Culture  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 14 seats left

Summer Reading for Grown-Ups: Disaster Literacy 101 In-Person

Join Houston Public Library and Houston Community College – Northeast for a course that explores the importance of mental health in resiliency and how to recognize when help is needed. Participants...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Location:
1st Floor Events, Central Library, Jesse H. Jones Building
Age Group:
  Seniors     Teens (13-18 yrs)     Adults  
Categories:
  Summer Reading Program     Workshop  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 29 seats left

Board Games at the Library In-Person

Rediscover the joy of board games at the library! Whether you love classic games, card games, or party games, there's something for everyone. Gather your friends, family, or fellow game lovers for an...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Flores Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Teens (13-18 yrs)     Kids (5-10 yrs)     Tweens (10-12 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 15 seats left

Checkmate Fun: Join Our Chess Club for Kids! In-Person

Unleash your strategic side at our Chess Club! Whether you’re a seasoned player or a complete beginner, come play with friends, learn new skills, and enjoy a great time. Chess not only sharpens...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  All Ages  
Categories:
  Arts & Culture     Crafts & STEM  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 10 seats left

Join Our Tween Book Club: Fun Reading and New Friends! In-Person

Do you love reading? In our Tween Book Club, kids ages 10-12 can share their favorite stories, talk about a new book each month, and make friends along the way! It’s a fun and friendly space for...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location:
Conference Room, Oak Forest Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Tweens (10-12 yrs)  
Categories:
  Author Talks / Book Clubs  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 15 seats left

Board Games at the Library In-Person

Rediscover the joy of board games at the library! Whether you love classic games, card games, or party games, there's something for everyone. Gather your friends, family, or fellow game lovers for an...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Children's Area, Alief-David M. Henington Regional Library
Age Group:
  Teens (13-18 yrs)     Kids (5-10 yrs)     Tweens (10-12 yrs)  
Categories:
  Storytime & Play  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 7 seats left

Family Movie Night: Fun for All Ages! In-Person

Get ready for a relaxing and enjoyable family movie night! Join us as we screen a fun, family-friendly film that everyone will love. With movies rated G to PG, there’s something for all ages to...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
4th floor Kids Room, Central Library, Jesse H. Jones Building
Age Group:
  Teens (13-18 yrs)     Kids (5-10 yrs)     Tweens (10-12 yrs)     Preschool (3-5 yrs)  
Categories:
  Arts & Culture  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register!

Get Crafty: Kids Craft Time at the Library! In-Person

Unleash your creativity at our Kids Craft program! Join us for a fun and imaginative crafting session where children ages 5-10 can create exciting projects to take home and show off. This is a...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 Show more dates
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Walter Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Kids (5-10 yrs)  
Categories:
  Crafts & STEM  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 17 seats left

Bad Art Club: Create Your Own Disaster-Piece Craft Event In-Person

Join us for our monthly craft event—a fun and quirky night where creativity knows no bounds! Embrace the joy of art and crafting with zero pressure. You’ll receive an assortment of craft materials and...  More
Date:
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time:
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room, Heights Neighborhood Library
Age Group:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Arts & Culture     Crafts & STEM  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register!