Events
Annual Costume Swap- Drop off Week
In ProgressAll day,Do you have a gently used costume your child no longer wants? Does your child want a new costume? Don't SHOP for a new one- SWAP it! Donate a gently used and freshly laundered costume to the Children's Reference Desk during normal business…
Middle School D&D
In Progress,If you are a tween or younger teen looking for a local DnD group, your household isn't super psyched to play host, or you are just curious come join us... or else... with our newest DM, Victor. Sorry if we scared you, Victor was just…
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AV Club Filmmaker's Boot Camp
In ProgressTeens, want to make a movie? AV Club is searching for actors, crew members, and more for this October break camp! We will be making a movie from start to finish so you need to be able to attend all week long. Photo release forms and…
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Folklórico Dance Clinic
In Progress,Liability waivers will be required for all participants, and will be available at the upstairs reference desk. Slips must be returned before the start of the program.
Participants are asked to arrive around 10 mins early to warm up and…
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Teen Button Making
In Progress,Join us in the teen space and make your own buttons with our button maker! All supplies are provided. Open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for any questions.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
In ProgressCalling all students! Join us at the Crosby Branch Library on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 4:30pm as we embark on thrilling RPG adventures!
Beginner and experienced players welcome. Dice will be provided to use at the…
Laser Cutter Orientation
In Progress,This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations.…
Registration closedDungeons & Dragons at Barbara Bush - ADULT
In ProgressJoin us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library and catalog new adventures!
Whether you're a jaded Rogue looking for a change of scenery or a new bright-eyed, bushy-tailed Bard hoping to make a splash among your comrades, this is the…
Registration required (35 spots remaining)Register for eventT-2-4: Which school is right for you?
In Progress,T-2-4: Which school is right for you?
In this session, we’ll cover key differences between types of schoolsand how to identify a best fit for your goals. Public, private, for-profit, non-profit, trade schools, community colleges,…Registration closed
Word Crafters
In ProgressDo you like to write? Would you like to share your work with other writers for feedback and inspiration?
Word Crafters is a writing group that meets every Wednesday at 5 pm in the Starbucks at 1960 & Aldine Westfield Rd. No registration is…
Citizenship Classes/Clases de Ciudadanía
In ProgressAre you ready to become an American citizen?
Get the information you need to apply for US Citizenship and to prepare to take the Citizenship test.
Learn about:
Application processCivics and HistoryEnglish, Writing and Reading tests …
Join us for a free, 12-week class to help you prepare for the naturalization interview and civics test. An English placement assessment must be passed for class admittance. Students must commit to attend all classes. Taking this…
Registration requiredRegister for eventJoin us for a free, 12-week class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English placement assessment must be passed for class admittance. Students must commit to attend all classes. This class will not…
Registration requiredRegister for eventJoin us for a free, 12-week class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English placement test must be passed for class admittance. Students must commit to attending all classes. Taking this class does…
Registration requiredRegister for eventCalling all teens! Come meet people your age while we explore different creative projects through crafting and snacking! We will have a new project every month, that could include art, upcycling, clay, and/or games.
Join us to relax at the end of the day and create watercolor art.
This program is not a painting class.
Attendees under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Join us every Wednesday night at 6:30 PM or Thursday mornings at 11:00 AM for an intermediate English class. Registration is required.
Registration requiredRegister for eventThis is a book discussion group for adults. Each month we alternate between fiction and graphic novels/reader's choice. The program will typically occur every second Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm if you're interested! Be sure to…
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Welcome to an engaging evening with MSNBC host Ali Velshi, one of today's most respected journalists and television hosts. Ali will share insights from his new book, Small Acts of Courage, and discuss current events, drawing from his…
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