Books Alive adapts children's literature into fully staged original 45-minute musicals, carefully honoring the author’s message and encouraging students to develop a love of books while often providing their first opportunity to see live theater. Crafted and performed by a professional troupe, productions are big & engaging, fun & entertaining for all ages. Our Summer 2025 production is an adaptation of Three Nasty Gnarlies.
Kids
Does your child use a computer, tablet or cellphone?
On Monday, June 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM, South Houston Branch Library will be having a talk and presentation for kids on the do's and dont's of using the internet. We will teach them how to be safe and recognizing certain dangers.
Let's build a safer online community!
This program is for kids ages 4 & up. Registration is not required.
Do you have a child that loves playing Roblox?
This summer we will be having a Roblox Summer Club! This program is for ages 8-13.
We will be playing Roblox on our very own server! (Owned by the library of course!)
No need to worry about random strangers joining us! Plus your child will get to meet other fellow Roblox players in person!
You may bring your own tablet, cellphone or latop. Or you can also use one of our computers!
Registration IS required.
Come see, touch and learn about snakes at this fun educational program!
Join us as we learn about the various species of snakes in Texas and the surrounding region. If you're lucky, you might just get to touch a snake! Space is limited. Program is recommended for children ages 5 & up.
Children of all ages are invited to an afternoon of fun with sidewalk chalk. They can draw pictures, play games and enjoy the sunny weather. All materials will be provided. Weather permitting.
Join us at the library for a paw-some showing of Dog Man: The Movie – based on the hilarious and heroic books by Dav Pilkey! Bring your friends, get comfy, and enjoy the fun on the big screen. Snacks are welcome. Open to all ages. Film is Rated: PG; Duration: 93 minutes.
Build with Legos, connect with Magna tiles. Explore your imagination to your hearts' content with all the colorful building blocks at your fingertips!!
Our special Summer Reading Program Edition of Lego club will be featuring Whataguy from Whataburger! He's coming over to save the day from illiteracy! Make sure to stock up on your reading list while at the library!
Program is open to children of all ages.
It's that time of year again! Our Summer Reading Program is starting up and this is the day to come and register! After you have finished registering for the Summer Reading Program, you are invited to join the Houston Art Center outside at the park next door to paint the trees! We are excited for everyone to Color Our World this year.
Your cuddly friends are invited to a special night at the library!
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for a cozy Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Drop them off for an overnight adventure, and we’ll take good care of them while they explore the library after hours.
(Stuffy Pickup by Saturday)
“Let’s make some happy little trees...”
Join us at the library for a relaxing and fun art experience as we paint along with the legendary Bob Ross! Follow along to create your very own landscape masterpiece — no experience needed, just a willingness to try and have fun.