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Teen Featured Events

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Thriving as a STEM Major

Oct 18th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katy Branch Library
Join us for a no-fluff presentation packed with real-world advice to help you not just survive, but thrive in your STEM journey.
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Harris County Public Health Mobile Dental Clinic, part of a series

Oct 20th | 8:00am - 3:00pm
Fairbanks Branch Library
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Community Health & Wellness Services provided by Harris County Public Health at the Fairbanks Branch Library. All ages welcome!
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Boo Bag Bonanza

Oct 23rd | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Evelyn Meador Branch Library
Get crafty at Boo Bag Bonanza! Create eerie, treat-filled bags to surprise your friends with a spooky Halloween scare.
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Stitch by Stitch, part of a series

Nov 6th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Crosby Edith Fae Cook Cole Branch Library
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Do you knit, crochet, or find yourself with another yarn-related hobby? Join our new needlework club, Stitch by Stitch.
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Thriving as a STEM Major

Oct 18th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katy Branch Library
Join us for a no-fluff presentation packed with real-world advice to help you not just survive, but thrive in your STEM journey.
Event

Harris County Public Health Mobile Dental Clinic, part of a series

Oct 20th | 8:00am - 3:00pm
Fairbanks Branch Library
View all dates for Harris County Public Health Mobile Dental Clinic
Community Health & Wellness Services provided by Harris County Public Health at the Fairbanks Branch Library. All ages welcome!
Event

Boo Bag Bonanza

Oct 23rd | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Evelyn Meador Branch Library
Get crafty at Boo Bag Bonanza! Create eerie, treat-filled bags to surprise your friends with a spooky Halloween scare.
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Stitch by Stitch, part of a series

Nov 6th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Crosby Edith Fae Cook Cole Branch Library
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Do you knit, crochet, or find yourself with another yarn-related hobby? Join our new needlework club, Stitch by Stitch.

Be a MakerAnyone can be a Maker.

Anyone can be a Maker. Learn what maker machines are available at each location, how to use them and book them for you to create your project!  
Learn what maker machines are available, how to use them & book them for your use!  
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See how college preparation events for college bound young adults!

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How Can I use the Library?

Attend a Library Event

Libraries are great meeting place for like-minded people. Attending a Teen library program is an excellent opportunity to make new friends with similar interests. And if you're not sure what your interests are...library programs are a great place to start your exploration.

Volunteer

Volunteering is not only a great way to collect contacts and references for college but it's also an excellent place to give back and make a difference in your local community. Teens are able to volunteer in many different ways.  Learn More Here

Stay Current and Vote

Being up to date on current events and what's happening locally and globally is easy at the library.  In addition to the many periodical publications, the library also offers resources to help Teens research political issues and history so when the time comes to vote (which you can also do at most libraries), Teens will be ready!

Organize and Make Goals

If you've ever needed a space to go to where you can just hang out and chat with friends or a quiet space to do your homework uninterrupted, the library offers both! Most locations have meeting rooms or study rooms for patrons to use.

Join the Club!

Clubs for Teens @ Your Library

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Digital Library

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Freegal

Over 15 million songs. Over 40,000 music videos. Unlimited streaming. Three downloads per week. All free with your library card!
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Kanopy

Stream independent and international films, classic cinema, documentaries and kids' programs all for free with your library card!
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Flipster

Read popular titles like Consumer Reports, People, Sports Illustrated, Texas Highways & more.
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Libby (Overdrive)

Access thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics & magazines all from the Libby app with your library card. Includes many world languages.

Unlock FREEGAL – Your Gateway to Music!Stream Music for FREE!

With your library card, you can stream & download music from FREEGAL on your phone or computer! Get the app for iOS or Android
With your library card, you can stream and download music from FREEGAL on your phone or computer! Get the app for iOS or Android
Stream Music! Play Music!

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Staff Picks

Check out book lists that were thoughtfully curated by staff from the Public Library.

Beware of the Chupacabra!

The chupacabra is goat-like creature that was first sighted in Puerto Rico. The books in this list are all fun explorations of the myth!

New Dystopia for a New Age

Anyone else notice there's been a surge in dystopian fiction recently? Wonder what that could be about :^)

Tournament of Books 2025-2026

Tournament of Books is an annual competitive Book Club for high schoolers. Check out this years reading list and join the competition!

Beware of the Chupacabra!

The chupacabra is goat-like creature that was first sighted in Puerto Rico. The books in this list are all fun explorations of the myth!

New Dystopia for a New Age

Anyone else notice there's been a surge in dystopian fiction recently? Wonder what that could be about :^)

Tournament of Books 2025-2026

Tournament of Books is an annual competitive Book Club for high schoolers. Check out this years reading list and join the competition!

Help with Homework

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Gale eBooks: General Reference Collection

A collection of full-text eBooks covering a variety of topics. Translate content into over 40 different languages and easily download files.
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TeachingBooks

"An engaging collection of resources that brings books to life." Tools to support the reading experience of K-12 students.
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Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints

Here you'll find resources for researching social issues like environmentalism, ethics, politics, and more.
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Libby for Teens

For Teens! Access thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics & magazines all from the Libby app with your library card.

Share your latest hangout at the library! Use #HCPLteens

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