One of the most important things a caregiver can do is read to their little one! Reading is the pathway to readiness when a child enters kindergarten. 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a nationwide public charity promoting early literacy. The program encourages caregivers to track the number of books they have read to their little ones.
At Helen Hall Library, caregivers can use the Beanstack app to register and track books. There is a sticker for every 100 books read and a cute backpack when a child reaches the 1000 books.
Tickles, giggles, rhymes, and a story for those who BYOB (bring your own baby).
10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
Designed for birth to walking and their caregivers.
Sept 1, Sept 8, Sept 15, Sept 22, Sept 29, Oct 6, Oct 13, Oct 20, Oct 27, Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 17, Dec 1, Dec 8, Dec 15
Come learn about traditional sugar skulls and make your own. We will supply various craft items to design a beautiful paper sugar skull.
5:30 - 7 p.m.
All ages.
Oct 28
Learn about the lifecycle of a chick!
6 - 7 p.m.
Ages 6 - 11.
Sept 2
Gather your friends and family to build something amazing!
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Families with children of all ages.
Sept 11, Nov 6
Does your family have a fire plan? Join us for crafts and information to keep your family safe!
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
All ages.
Oct 2
Board games, card games, chess, and checkers for all ages!
5 - 6:30 p.m.
All ages.
Sept 14, Sept 28, Oct 12, Oct 26, Nov 9, Nov 23
Families join us for a variety of STEAM-related activities.
6 - 7 p.m.
Families with children of all ages.
Sept 16, Oct 7, Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18
Come learn about the free resources to help with your homeschool journey.
2 - 3 p.m.
Designed for families with students 6 - 17.
Sept 14
Come learn and grow. Gardening is a fun and healthy activity, allowing children to develop a love for nature, nutrition, self-sufficiency, and responsibility. Weather permitting, this program will be outside.
5 - 6 p.m.
Ages 6 - 11.
Sept 15, Sept 29, Oct 13, Oct 27, Nov 10
Join us for songs, movement, and playing with musical instruments.
10:30 - 11 a.m.
Families with children birth to 8.
Sept 18, Oct 16, Nov 20
Plants, bugs, and mud, oh my! We are exploring everything nature has to offer in our weekly Nature Journal Challenge! This program is online via Instagram (@helenhalllibrary).
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All ages.
Sept 3, Sept 10, Sept 17, Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8, Oct 15, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
Grab your pajamas and join us for songs, rhymes, and stories that will have your little ones ready for bed!
6 - 6:30 p.m.
Designed for ages 3 - 8 and their caregivers.
Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 14
Meet us at different Fire and EMS Stations for storytime hosted by your favorite Children’s Librarians! The first Friday of each month will be at a different facility so be sure to check the location.
10:15 a.m.
Designed for ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers.
Locations
August 6: Fire Station 6 on South Shore Blvd
September 3: Fire Station 4 on Bay Area Blvd
October 1: EMS 1 on S Egret Bay Blvd
December 3: Fire Station 2 on Hobbs Rd
Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program.
10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
11:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Designed for ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers.
Sept 7, Sept 14, Sept 21, Sept 28, Oct 5, Oct 12, Oct 19, Oct 26, Nov 2, Nov 9, Nov 16, Nov 23, Nov 30, Dec 7, Dec 14
Designed for reluctant readers or those who need extra reading support in grades 1 - 3. Children read for 15 - 20 minutes to a registered therapy dog.
Registration is required. E-mail joan.peeples@leaguecitytx.gov to make an appointment.
7 - 8 p.m.
1st - 3rd grade.
Aug 12, Aug 19, Aug 25, Sept 9, Sept 16, Sept 29, Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 27, Nov 18, Dec 9, Dec 16
Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children's Department when the walk is completed.
All ages.
Sept 20 - 26 and Oct 18 - 24
Does your stuffed animal need a vacation? Why not try the library? Drop off your stuffed animals for a week of fun activities and play time! At the end of the week, pick up your stuffed animal and receive a goodie bag for yourself!
Drop off: September 9 (All day)
Pick Up: September 17 (All day)
Birth to 11.
Wiggles, songs, rhymes, and a story.
10: 15 - 10:45 a.m.
11:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Designed for ages 1 - 3 and their caregivers.
Sept 13, Sept 20, Sept 27, Oct 4, Oct 11, Oct 18, Oct 25, Nov 1, Nov 8, Nov 15, Nov 22, Nov 29, Dec 6, Dec 13
Join us for hands on activities as we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math!
Registration is required (via our Programming Calendar).
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ages 8 - 11.
Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 14, Oct 28, Nov 12
The pen is indeed mightier than the sword at Tween Writers Club! Bring your imagination, we will provide the paper. Prepare to do battle!
Registration is required (via our Programming Calendar).
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ages 8 - 11.
Sept 2, Sept 16, Oct 7, Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18
