Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an interactive story time with a representative from the Houston Ballet.
Dance to Learn is a movement integration program that approaches academic curriculum from a kinesthetic perspective. Teaching artists create will address social emotional learning and dance.
Space is limited. Maximum of 25 participants. This program is geared for grades 1st – 3rd. (Ages 6-9)
Registration required.
Through this workshop children will be introduced to rhythm, melody and movement inspired by famous operas and classical music. Our featured workshop Hip Hopera will feature remixed hits from the operatic canon. Ages 5 and up.
Space is limited.
3 days of design and 3D printing for kids ages 12 and up!
This class will include two days of TinkerCAD 3D design, with a 3D printing orientation on the third day.
Children must be 12 or older to attend this program.
(Children ages 8-11 can attend the 3D printer orientation on July 1 with a parent or guardian. Register at hcpl.net)
Play & Learn is a program designed for children ages 18 months- 5 years old to learn through play. Children will enjoy interactive playing time that will help them learn and develop skills in preparation for early success and school readiness.
Come and join us for 45 minutes of sensory exploration and discovery! Our "Little Explorers" program is for preschool age children from 0 - 5 years old and their caregivers. Please dress to get messy! This event is free to attend and all materials will be provided. Each session requires a free ticket for kids in attendance. Tickets are available in the library on the morning of the event.
Sorry we cannot accommodate Daycare groups for this program.
3 days of design and 3D printing for kids ages 12 and up!
This class will include two days of TinkerCAD 3D design, with a 3D printing orientation on the third day.
Children must be 12 or older to attend this program.
(Children ages 8-11 can attend the 3D printer orientation on July 1 with a parent or guardian. Register at hcpl.net)
Soar into the world of birds and discover how amazing our feathered friends truly are. This program features live birds, bird song and dance, fun books to look for at your library, and much more!
This program is geared for elementary grades and younger audiences. Ages 5 and up.
On this Minecraft Adventure, take an incredible journey to the Lost City of Atlantis. In this exciting and immersive experience, kids will learn Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills and work together to journey from Plane Crash Island to Atlantis. This is an excellent 1.5-hour program your child ages 7-12 will surely enjoy.
Registration required. For ages 7-12.
Join us for the Great Park Adventure – a summer-long journey of discovery, nature, and fun! We’ll begin our adventure at the JC Library before heading outdoors to explore one of the parks nearest to our community. Each session, children will learn about the importance of parks in preserving nature, conserving biodiversity, and providing spaces for recreation and learning.
Special guests from Texas A&M Forest Service, Bayou Preservation Association, Lake Sheldon State Park, and Big Bend National Park will help guide our exploration!
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.
