children's programs

April Events in the Children's Department

         This is no April Fool's joke...join us for some fun children's programs this month.  We will have afterschool programs on several Monday afternoons at 4:30 pm.  On Monday, April 8, children ages 5-11 are invited to try out our new Legos.  We'll have these colorful plastic bricks in the Children's Activity Space for children to create their own masterpieces.   Due to limited quantities, these Legos cannot be taken home.  Parents are encouraged to bring a camera to take a picture of their child's creation.  On Monday, April 15, Bricks4Kids will be here for a program on creating Solar Panels.  This program is designed for children 5-11 years old.  On Monday, April 22, children can celebrate Earth Day by making recycled crafts.&nb

Spring Break @ HCPL

Spring Break @ HCPL graphicSpring Break is coming up soon and if you're looking for fun, free ways to keep your kids and teens engaged and entertained, Harris County Public Library is just the ticket. In addition to their regular slate of programs, many HCPL branches will host special events the week of March 11 - 16. There will be music, puppet shows, giant bubbles, everyone's favorite big red dog, and much more. Below are just some of the highlights. For a full schedule of programs, visit our Events Calendar.

Marsha’s Petting Zoo
Marsha Smiley will bring a llama, goat, bunnies, piglets, ducks, chicks, deer, and a mini-donkey for you to see and pet.
Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library
Monday, Mar. 11
2:30 – 4:30 PM
Children’s program

Spring Break Spectacular
Camel rides, bounce house obstacle course and make-your-own ice cream.
Northwest Branch Library
Monday, Mar. 11
3:00 – 5:00 PM
Children’s program

January Programs for Children

    Looking for something for the children to do in January?  Freeman will have several programs to keep children occupied this month.  We will resume our normal storytime schedule starting Monday, January 7, 2013.   Here is our storytime schedule:

A Heap o' Holiday Cheer: Programs for All Ages @ Your Library

Original illustrations from Dicken's A Christmas CarolChances are good that at some point between now and the ceremonial breaking of the first New Year's resolution, each and every one of us will temporarily give in to the bah-humbuggery that is as much a part of the season as the mistletoe, the eggnog and the annual Black Friday Feast of Immaculate Consumption. It’s natural and nothing to be ashamed of. A Christmas Carol remains so popular not because we are a nation of Tiny Tims, but because we all have at least a little Scrooge in us and we want to be reminded of the fact before the ghosts start waking us up at all hours to go flitting around the space-time continuum.

Luckily for all of us, Harris County Public Library offers a little oasis—actually twenty-seven little oases—from the hurly-burly that is the holidays, a place where you can find a nice quiet corner and comfortable chair in which to unwind and let some of the frenetic festivities go on without you, a place where you can browse the aisles and not hear the exOriginal illustration from Dickens' A Christmas Carolhausted whimpering of your credits cards in your wallet, a place to reconnect with the handmade spirit of the holidays, a place to join with others in song, and a place to sit with your child or grandchild in your lap and be dazzled again by a tale of the season.

Remember, all branches will be closed Saturday, December 22 – Tuesday, December 25 in observance of the holidays, so don’t forget to stock up on books, DVDs and music for those cozy evenings.

Below are some of the holiday programs still in store at HCPL.

Science Programs for Kids

Fun With Science @ The Library!

Please see ticketing information below.

Houston Audubon Society Presents Birds, Books & Beyond, Monday, June 18th @ 3:30 pm

Soar into the world of birds and discover how amazing our feathered friends truly are. This program features live birds, lots of hands-on activities, bird song and dance, fun books to look for at your library, and much more! Great for all ages!

Mad Science of Houston Extravaganza ,Tuesday, June 19th @ 3:30 pm

February Programs in the Children's Department

February is the shortest month of the year, but it certainly is packed with holidays and special events!  The Children's Department will have several fun craft and music programs in February to celebrate Black History Month, Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras, and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

We kick off the first week (1/30-2/2) with the theme of "Favorite Stories" for all our storytimes.  We'll have fun with a parachute at the end of the program. 

Tickets For "Science Quest"

Free tickets for "Science Quest" will be available, Friday, July 15, after 1:00 pm when the library opens.  Jon Bartell's Science Quest will be Thursday, July 21, at 2:15 pm in the Children's Activity Room.  This program is recommended for school-age children. The "Fabulous Friday" movie marathon continues at 2:15 with FREE popcorn. (You might want to bring a pillow.) For "Mysterious Monday" craft, Miss Penny has a "Beach Scene" craft, on Monday, July 18 at 2:15 pm. Miss Connie has started another book, The Biggest Klutz in Fifth Grade, by Bill Wallace, for the Can You Dig It? Read Aloud, on Tuesdays, at 1:30 pm. There will be tickets at the Children's Reference Desk  for "walk-ins"   toddlers 18 months to three years old for the Tuesday, 11:15 am Toddler Time.

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Summer Reading Kick Off Celebration

We are very excited about the fun programs we have planned for children this summer. A schedule of events is available online and you may pick up a printed copy of our flyer at the library.  In order, to provide a safe and positive experience for everyone, the majority of our programs do require tickets. Tickets for programs are free and available 30 minutes prior to the performance. All children must be able to sit through the program without a parent. Seating is limited and programs will begin on time.
 How Ticketing Works at Atascocita Branch Library:
 

 

 

Children's Programs at Freeman Library

Are you looking for a fun activity for you and your baby, toddler, preschool, or school-age child? If you are, we have programs for children of all ages:

Book Babies - for children aged newborn to 18 months old.  This program on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings at 10:15 am features nursery rhymes, songs, bubbles, and playtime.

Toddler Time - for children 18 months old to 3 years old.  This program on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 11:15 am features a story, songs, fingerplays, and a craft or other activity.

Preschool Storytime - for children 3 years to 5 years old.  This program on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at 1:30 pm features stories, songs, fingerplays, and a craft or other activity. 

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