Learn about pattern and symmetry by creating beautiful monarch and blue morph butterflies! All supplied are provided.
Elementary
Paws For Therapy “Read to a Dog”
Join us from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the Children’s section of the library. “Paws for Therapy” is a group of volunteers in the Houston area who enjoy sharing their trained therapy dogs with those in need of love and comfort. Reading can be hard, so kids, ages 5-11 can get comfortable and practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.

Looking for a fun and relaxed space to connect with other homeschoolers? Homeschool HQ is a drop-in program just for kids ages 9–14! Whether you're working on a school project, want to get creative with crafts, or just hang out and chat with friends, we’ve got the supplies and the space. Come by for a laid-back afternoon with plenty of room for imagination, conversation, and community.
Join Octavia Fields Library Branch for two days of creativity. Patrons will make an air-dry flower bowel on day one (February 6th), and they will return on February 13th to paint their project.
Join Octavia Fields Library Branch for two days of creativity. Patrons will make an air-dry flower bowel on day one (February 6th), and they will return one week later (February 13th to paint their project. )

Looking for a fun and relaxed space to connect with other homeschoolers? Homeschool HQ is a drop-in program just for kids ages 9–14! Whether you're working on a school project, want to get creative with crafts, or just hang out and chat with friends, we’ve got the supplies and the space. Come by for a laid-back afternoon with plenty of room for imagination, conversation, and community.
Did you have a white Christmas? How about snow in January? Join Octavia Fields Library Branch for a day of making snow, and then, you can enjoy making a snowman (no snowball fights, please 😊).

Looking for a fun and relaxed space to connect with other homeschoolers? Homeschool HQ is a drop-in program just for kids ages 9–14! Whether you're working on a school project, want to get creative with crafts, or just hang out and chat with friends, we’ve got the supplies and the space. Come by for a laid-back afternoon with plenty of room for imagination, conversation, and community.
Go nuts for strategy this season! The Chess Nuts club invites kids to cozy up for some winter-time fun with chess and other classic board games. Whether you’re a total beginner or a budding grandmaster, you can learn new tricks, challenge new friends, and get in the holiday spirit with games that warm the brain like chestnuts roasting on an open fire. All levels welcome!
*Recommended for ages 7 to 13
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch for a unique experience, catered just for you!