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Homework Help at the Library

Homework Help at the library

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

 📚 Need a little homework help? Kids ages 6–12 can bring their questions to the library and get help from our staff.  📚

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

 📚 Need a little homework help? Kids ages 6–12 can bring their questions to the library and get help from our staff.  📚

This event is in the "Family" group

Keyboard Class

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Snack Time Text

Afterschool Super Snack/Supermerienda extraescolar

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
cartoon windchimes

Beaded Windchimes

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

In this STEAM activity, learn about the science of windchimes and make your own beaded chime craft to take home with you!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

In this STEAM activity, learn about the science of windchimes and make your own beaded chime craft to take home with you!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Title of Kids Art Studio on easel that a kid is painting at

Kids Art Studio: Mother's Day

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Enjoy an afternoon of crafting fun!

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon of crafting fun!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Mini Master Builders

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

This is a hands-on, creativity-packed Lego program designed to spark imagination and build problem-solving skills in kids!

Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a hands-on, creativity-packed Lego program designed to spark imagination and build problem-solving skills in kids!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

No Fiction, Just Facts Book Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Open your mind and learn more about the world around us in this Non-Fiction Book Club. Each month will focus on a different topic, such as human anthropology, biographies, religion, natural sciences, and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open your mind and learn more about the world around us in this Non-Fiction Book Club. Each month will focus on a different topic, such as human anthropology, biographies, religion, natural sciences, and more!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
readers theater

Reader's Theater

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

📔Make your stories come alive! 🎭

During our Reader's Theater, we will use scripts, masks, and props to make stories come alive. 

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

📔Make your stories come alive! 🎭

During our Reader's Theater, we will use scripts, masks, and props to make stories come alive. 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
A pixelated knight stands in a video game world with a glowing gem in front of them.

Game Day!

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 2 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Calling all gamers! Come and meet, chat, play and challenge fellow gamers! Every Thursday we will have our gaming system available and will be hosting gaming sessions.

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all gamers! Come and meet, chat, play and challenge fellow gamers! Every Thursday we will have our gaming system available and will be hosting gaming sessions.

This event is in the "Family" group
night sky background with text saying star wars day may the 4th be with you

May the 4th Be With You

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Park Forest - In Library at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

To prepare for May the 4th, train you must! Celebrate all things Star Wars by making lightsaber keychains and paper droids while watching space adventures, or practice in our arena to perfect your lightsaber and Bowcaster skills.

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

To prepare for May the 4th, train you must! Celebrate all things Star Wars by making lightsaber keychains and paper droids while watching space adventures, or practice in our arena to perfect your lightsaber and Bowcaster skills.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Afterschool STEAM Cover Graphic

Afterschool STEAM

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2 at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!

 

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!

 

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
perot

Afterschool STEAM with the Perot Tech Truck!

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Can't make it to the museum? Let the museum come to you!

Come and enjoy a special after-school steam program with a visit from the Perot Tech Truck!

Fun for the whole family with this one of a kind experience!

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Can't make it to the museum? Let the museum come to you!

Come and enjoy a special after-school steam program with a visit from the Perot Tech Truck!

Fun for the whole family with this one of a kind experience!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
ipad air

iPad Gaming

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Do you enjoy playing mobile games? If so the iPad gaming program is just for you! You will be able to play Mario, Sonic and so much more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you enjoy playing mobile games? If so the iPad gaming program is just for you! You will be able to play Mario, Sonic and so much more!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

S.T.E.M. Program Mini Moai Statue Sculptures

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Highland Hills - Classroom A & B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Travel to Easter Island without leaving the library! In this hands-on STEM program, kids will explore the mystery of the famous Moai statues and learn how science, engineering, and art come together to create monumental sculptures.

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Travel to Easter Island without leaving the library! In this hands-on STEM program, kids will explore the mystery of the famous Moai statues and learn how science, engineering, and art come together to create monumental sculptures.

This event is in the "Family" group

Violin Class

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Homemade Sign

Craft-er Noon at the Youth Discovery Center!

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Create a fun craft at the Youth Discovery Center! Each month the craft will be announced the Friday before the event!

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Create a fun craft at the Youth Discovery Center! Each month the craft will be announced the Friday before the event!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Crafty Kids Info Card

Crafty Kids: Mothers Day Flower Bouquet

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment.

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kids STEM Program

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Ignite your child's curiosity with our hands-on STEM program designed for kids ages 6–11!

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Ignite your child's curiosity with our hands-on STEM program designed for kids ages 6–11!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Swan Strings

Swan Strings: Beginners' Guitar Class

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

All participants must be registered individually. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

All participants must be registered individually. 

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
rainbow color melted crayons

Melted Crayon Art

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

Get ready to heat up creativity and let colors flow! Teens will transform crayons into vibrant, melted masterpieces using safe, hands-on techniques.

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Get ready to heat up creativity and let colors flow! Teens will transform crayons into vibrant, melted masterpieces using safe, hands-on techniques.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
music

Swan Strings Guitar

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
yarn & yap flyer: ball of yarn with colorful crochet needles on a wood tabletop

Yarn and Yap

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Bring your craft project and socialize while you work. Portable crafts of all types welcome, electrical outlets now available. 

If you don't have a project, library staff can teach the basics of crochet! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your craft project and socialize while you work. Portable crafts of all types welcome, electrical outlets now available. 

If you don't have a project, library staff can teach the basics of crochet! 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
A photo of a green and red kinetic mobile.

DIY Factory: Motion Design Workshop

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Craft geometric shapes and assemble them into balanced, harmonious mobiles with art instructor Sonia Medina. Inspired by the bold designs of Mexican architects Ricardo Legorreta and Luis Barragán.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft geometric shapes and assemble them into balanced, harmonious mobiles with art instructor Sonia Medina. Inspired by the bold designs of Mexican architects Ricardo Legorreta and Luis Barragán.