Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library and watch a story come alive with our friends from the Houston Grand Opera!
The Storybook Opera is back with a presentation of Aqua / Fuego. An opera singer will present the story of ice and fire through this engaging program for all ages.
This event takes place across the street from the library at the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center, or C5. No ticket necessary.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for Ms. Janet's jaw-dropping program exploring facts, legends and myths from around the world, and attempt record-breaking challenges!
This program dives into to the unbelievable to investigate strange history, bizarre animal facts, fascinating mysteries, and mind-blowing world records. It’s packed with interactive challenges, sparking curiosity, that will inspire tweens to think outside the box. With each visit, they'll be introduced to things that seem near impossible, all while having fun and learning something new!
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for Ms. Janet's jaw-dropping program exploring facts, legends and myths from around the world, and attempt record-breaking challenges!
This program dives into to the unbelievable to investigate strange history, bizarre animal facts, fascinating mysteries, and mind-blowing world records. It’s packed with interactive challenges, sparking curiosity, that will inspire tweens to think outside the box. With each visit, they'll be introduced to things that seem near impossible, all while having fun and learning something new!
Join 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 place for you. Bring your whole party to seek new adventures at the library!
This program is best suited for adults (including "new" adults) only; ages 18 and up
Campaigns will run their course; no one-offs. Registration is required. Space is limited.
Please email Mr. David for waitlist inquiries.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for our special therapy dog reading sessions! We’re happy our furry best friends are here with us to help our struggling or shy readers gain confidence.
This program is recommended for ages 6 to 12. Tickets are available at the Children's desk 15 minutes before the start of the event. Capacity is limited, so please pick up a ticket before visiting with the best good boys.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for Pre-School Storytime with Ms. Caroline! We will read stories, sing songs, and exercise our creative bodies. Look forward to a monthly bilingual surprise!
This program is for children ages 3 to 6 years old.
Capacity is limited, so please pick up a ticket from the children's desk the morning of the program.
Join Future U for Career and Job Readiness preparation. This will be a monthly series helping you navigate marketable career readiness and workforce preparation. This hands-on workshop will provide instruction and assistance in creating or updating resumes, drafting and submitting meaningful cover letters, researching and preparing for interviews or how to assess your talents and interests and how to translate those to a rewarding career. Future U will bring the necessary information t0 work with you one-on-one to implement the knowledge presented in the presentations.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for our very own live puppet show! Mr. David brings his own theatrics to classics with The Puppet Players Present.
This is a program perfect for the whole family. Tickets are available at the Children's desk 15 minutes before the start of Storytime. Capacity is limited, so please pick up a ticket before entering Storytime.
Once a month, join us for a creative, low-pressure workshop where we explore the art of annotating books. Learn new techniques, share your own, and spend time marking up a book using supplies like tabs, pens, highlighters, and more.
Each session includes a take-home annotation starter kit and a community-annotated book filled with thoughts, doodles, and reflections from fellow readers.
It’s like a book club—without the meetings. Whether you jot notes, sketch scenes, or imagine your dream cast, this is your space to connect with stories in a whole new way.
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for the Mid-gradian adventures of your "stranger" dreams!
Sharpen your creativity, build social interaction and problem solving skills, learn new vocabulary, practice maths, and while you're at it, slay a few dragons.
Come enjoy some tween/teen-centered fantasy role-playing. Participants will take on the roles of wizards and warriors; facing challenges and forging friendships.
This program is best suited for tweens and teens only; ages 11 to 17.
Registration is required. Space is limited.