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Programs
The Children's Department of Huntsville Public Library strives to provide educational, culturally-enriching, and entertaining materials and activities for children of all ages. Please view the list of our current programs for children, as well as other related information.
Need to register for a Summer Program?
Please follow this link here to register for the following programs:
- Zine Creations (teen led craft program--Thursday, July 20 @ 2:30 pm)
2023 Summer Reading Program
We are “All Together Now” reading for fun at the Huntsville Public Library. The 2023 Texas Summer Reading Program will have a cool Kickoff registration event on Thursday, June 1. From 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. on June 1, Kona Ice will be at the Library! One free snowcone per person will be given to everyone who registers for the Summer Reading Program while supplies last. The Summer Reading Program is for all ages so adults can get in on the fun, too. Just register at huntsvilletx.readsquared.com or on the READsquared app. The last day to log your reading in the READsquared app is Monday, July 31. Those who complete the program will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a prize. Let’s make literacy fun! For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
Book a Dog: Reading with Pets with a Mission
Wagging tails plus happy readers! Come to “Book a Dog,” a literacy initiative held in
collaboration with Pets with a Mission and Huntsville Public Library. This program will be held
at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 12 in the Rex Children’s Room of Huntsville Public Library.
Two animal teams from “Pets with a Mission'' will be at the Library for quick one-on-one
reading sessions with trained therapy dogs. This program is best suited for ages 5 to 12. No
sign-up is required as the dogs will be available on a first come, first served basis for one hour.
Signed waiver forms are required to participate.
Father's Day Celebration
Let’s celebrate dads and father figures! This event will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 17 at the Huntsville Public Library. At this event, people of all ages can make cards for dad. There will also be a wall of praise for fathers. Adults and kids alike should take a moment and write the things they appreciate most about their dads. For more information, please contact Teen Services and Outreach Coordinator Anthony Lane at 936-291-5912.
Kids Club
Come to Huntsville Public Library and play with us! We’ll have lots of activities for you to engage with, including Legos, grown-up coloring books, karaoke, and craft stations. This program will be held on Monday, June 5 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Rex Children’s Room. This program is suggested for ages 5-12. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
Play With Clay
Local artist, Tania Kirk of the Feathered Nest Studio, will be at the Huntsville Public library for some fun play with clay. Tania has prepared some creative activities with clay for children of all ages. Join us on Monday, June 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration required as seating is limited. Special thanks to the Friends of the Library and Mrs. Kirk for their generous donations. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
Cookie and Cupcake Mania!
Become a master cupcake and cookie decorator. Join us for delicate and delightful dessert decoration. And, of course, you can eat your creation. Yummy! This event will take place in the Rex Children’s Room on Thursday, June 22 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event is recommended for children and teens. Registration is required at myhuntsvillelibrary.com. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
Picture Book Creation Competition
An event for all ages. The Huntsville Public Library is sponsoring a Children’s Picture Book Creation Competition. This event will be divided into four specific age groups with a winner being selected from each group. Group 1 is ages 5-8; Group 2 is ages 9-12; group 3 is ages 13- 17; and group 4 is age 18+. Blank books will be available at the library beginning on June 15. Completed picture books will be due on June 29 by 6 p.m. Winners will be selected on July 13th. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
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Bird Buddies
Join Mary Anne Morris, Education Director of Houston Audubon Society, at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28 at the Huntsville Public Library as she shares interesting facts about “Birds, Books, and Beyond.” Come learn all about how important birds are to our ecosystem. Meet some hawks and owls. Discover some great books to add to your summer reading list for all ages. Registration is required at myhuntsvillelibrary.com. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910. Special thanks to the Junior Audubon Society for their generous donation for this program.
Story Time
Come to Story Time - a fun, early literacy program for kids six and under. Join us for interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts. The early literacy practices featured each week help build a foundation for the lifelong love of reading and learning. For parents and caregivers, Story Time offers an opportunity to experience early literacy strategies in action, discover great books and resources for home use, and socialize with other parents afterward. Wednesday and Friday sessions share a theme with something new and exciting each week. Sign-up is not required. Story Time is now offered on select Saturdays at 1 p.m. Join us on Saturday, June 10 and 24 and at 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays. June dates are June 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, and 30. This program will not be held on June 28; instead join us for the Bird Buddies program! For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
Mother Goose Lapsit
Bubbles, rhymes, and books--oh my! You won’t want to miss Mother Goose Lapsit at Huntsville Public Library. This program is a story time designed for children two years or under. Enjoy this early literacy initiative at 10:45 a.m. on Mondays in the Rex Children’s Room. Sign-up is not required. June dates are June 5, 12, and 26. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Linda Huff at 936-291-5910.
Spring Break in the Library
Look at the fantastic time our community had in the Library during Spring Break! Kids and adults alike enjoyed our spectacular Carnival of Books. Events included a very talented Juggler, a leprechaun hosting a fish cup game, oodles of popcorn, races, crafts, a photo booth, ring toss, and face painting. What a great week of learning and fun!
Over fifty kids showed up for the Pokemon scavenger hunt. Price were awarded for five lucky winners.