Spring Break @ HCPL

Submitted by David Cherry [1] on Mon, 03/04/2013 - 11:19am

Spring Break @ HCPL graphic Spring 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 [2].

Marsha’s Petting Zoo [3]
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 [4]
Monday, Mar. 11
2:30 – 4:30 PM
Children’s program

Spring Break Spectacular [5]
Camel rides, bounce house obstacle course and make-your-own ice cream.
Northwest Branch Library [6]
Monday, Mar. 11
3:00 – 5:00 PM
Children’s program

Classical guitarist, Peter Fletcher [7]
Peter Fletcher will stop by on his way to Carnegie Hall for a performance. No matter what style of music you like, you’ll be blown away.
Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library [4]
Monday, Mar. 11
7:00 – 8:15 PM
Evelyn Meador Branch Library [8]
Tuesday, Mar 12
7:00 – 8:15 PM. Tickets are free. Call 281-474-9142 for more information]

Carranza Puppets [9]
A marionette variety show featuring dancing mice, space aliens and more!
Kingwood Branch Library [10]
Tuesday, Mar. 12
10:00 – 10:30 AM
All ages program

Johnette Downing [11]
New Orleans musician, songwriter, children’s book author will get you up on your feet and dancing.
Evelyn Meador Branch Library [8]
Tuesday, Mar. 12
10:30 – 11:15 AM
All ages program
Clear Lake City – County Freeman Branch Library [4]
Tuesday, Mar. 12
3:00 – 4:00 PM

Teen Fruit Ninja Tournament [12]
Hone your skills and join us for some friendly competition.
South Houston Branch Library [13]
Tuesday, Mar. 12
3:00 – 3:40 PM
Teen program

Teen Game Day [14]
Celebrate Teen Tech Week and Spring Break with Wii classics: Mario, racing, tennis, dancing and more!
LSC - Tomball Community Library [15]
Tuesday, Mar. 12
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Teens and tweens program

Bubble Blast! [16]
Take a break and make some giant bubbles in the library’s backyard! All materials provided.
North Channel Branch Library [17]
Wednesday, Mar. 13
2:30 PM
Children’s program

Clifford the Big Red Dog [18]
Face-painting, balloon animals and Clifford wandering around the library.
Clear Lake City – County Freeman Branch Library [4]
Wednesday, Mar. 13
2:30 – 4:30 PM

Just Dance 4 [19]
Come show us your moves on Wii Just Dance 4
South Houston Branch Library [13]
Wednesday, Mar 13
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Children and tween program

Game Day Frenzy [20]
Join us for some iPad and Playstation 2 gaming
Northwest Branch Library [6]
Wednesday, Mar. 13
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Teen and tween program

Teen Tech Week [21]
Join us as the Robotics team Luther's Droids presents their fantastic robots!
Aldine Branch Library [22]
Wednesday, Mar. 13
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Teen program

Technology Petting Zoo [23]
Celebrate Teen Tech Week with our Technology Petting Zoo! Here’s your chance to play with the newest gadgets (holographic keyboard for your Ipad for example) and apps.
Atascocita Branch Library [24]
Wednesday, Mar. 13
4:30 – 5:45 PM
Teen / tween program

Teen Wii Game Day [25]
Hang out with your friends and play Wii games.
North Channel Branch Library [17]
Wednesday, Mar. 13
4:30 - 5:45 PM
Teen program

Para los niños [26]
Free, Fun-Filled, Family-Friendly, Parent Workshop. Actividades en Español y Inglés.
Aldine Branch Library [22]
Thursday, Mar. 14
10:30 AM - !2 Noon
Children’s program

Second Chance Pets [27]
The good folks at Second Hand Pets will talk about pet adoption and bring some furry friends along too.
Clear Lake City – County Freeman Branch Library [4]
Thursday, Mar. 14
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Children’s program

Game Night [28]
It's game on with the PS3
Jacinto City Branch Library [29]
Thursday, Mar. 14
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Teen, tween and children's program

St. Patrick’s Day Party [30]
Eat green snacks, drink green punch and make a green craft.
Spring Branch Memorial Library [31]
Thursday, Mar. 14
3:30 – 4:30 PM
School age children’s program

Pi Day Celebration [32]
Enjoy Pi cake, cookies, and Pizza Pi. There will be a prize for the person who can recite the most digits in Pi.
Atascocita Branch Library [24]
Thursday, Mar. 14
4:30 – 5:45 PM
Teen / tween program

Prom Dress Giveaway [33]
For teens who are unable to afford to buy a dress or for those on a tight budget. The dress is free & yours to keep.
LSC - Cy-Fair College Branch Library [34]
Friday, Mar. 15 – 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Saturday, Mar. 16 – 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sunday, Mar. 17 – 1:00 – 3:30 PM
Teen program

Sidewalk Chalk Fun [35]
Come rain or shine, you’ll have some colorful, chalky fun.
Clear Lake City – County Freeman Branch Library [4]
Friday, Mar. 15
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Children’s program

Mario Kart Tournament [36]
Show off your mad gaming skills at our Mario Kart Tournament! Sign up starts at 1pm. Tournament begins at 2pm. Be sure to register early, there are limited spaces! First 5 to register get free t-shirts. Prizes for the top 4 winners! Ages 12-18, grades 6-12. For more information call Leanne, YA Librarian, 281-360-6804.
Kingwood Branch Library [10]
Saturday, Mar 16
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Teen program

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