Children's Programs

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. 

Scare on the Square

OoOooOoOoo!! Are you looking for a fun and safe way to celebrate the Fall holiday? Then BOOGIE on over to Scare on the Square for a beWITCHing time on Saturday, October 30 from 2:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Come dressed to impress, play games and win some candy with your favorite librarians! Children are invited to explore a FANGtastically thrilling sensory Wolf’s Den.  Teenagers are encouraged to try their hand assisting the surgeon in our BONE-CHILLING Frankenstine’s booth! For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Baillie Pretzer at 936-291-5910.

Scare on the Square 2021

KidsScape

Are you too old for our Story Time but still want to do something fun and crafty? Then come on over to KidsScape! Perfect for kids ages 7-10, KidsScape offers the opportunity to broaden interests, develop skill sets, and build new friendships. Topics and activities will vary week-to-week and sign up is not required. KidScape will meet every Thursday at 12:00 p.m. in the Staggs Community Room. September dates are September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.  For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Baillie Pretzer at 936-291-5910.

KidsScape


Preserving Your Story

The Walker County Genealogical Society (WCGS) and the Huntsville Public Library are beginning a joint, community-wide project to preserve the local history of the Covid-19 Pandemic. 

What did you learn that you want the next generation to know? What memories did you or your child(ren) make when plans were suddenly cancelled? Sleepovers, birthdays, and even school were all disrupted, but each of us has a different story to tell! Join us on Saturday, October 16 in the Staggs Community Room at 1:00 PM for a Writing Workshop to record your and/or your child’s memories of the pandemic. The Walker County Genealogical Society will preserve these stories in their archives for future generations as a part of Walker County history. Alternatively, you may email your story to info@wcgen.com or mail it to WCGS, P.O. Box 1295, Huntsville, TX 77342-1295. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Baillie Pretzer at 936-291-5910.

Preserve Your Story


Story Time

Come to Story Time, a fun early literacy program for kids 5 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. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday sessions all share a theme with something new and exciting each week.  Sign up is not required.  Story Time is held Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m., and Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:45 a.m. in the Staggs Community Room. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Baillie Pretzer  at 936-291-5910.  

Story time May 2021, Starting May 2021

Mother Goose Lapsit 

Bubbles, rhymes, and books --oh my! You won’t want to miss the return of Mother Goose Lapsit at the Huntsville Public Library.  This program is a story time designed for children 2 years or under.  Enjoy this early literacy initiative at 10:45 a.m. Mondays in the Rex Children’s Room. Sign-up is not required. For more information, please contact Children’s Coordinator Baillie Pretzer  at 936-291-5910.  

Mother Goose Lpasit, Starting May 2021

Texas A&M Chemistry Road Show

Kids enjoy the action with fire, smoke and chemical reactions. A huge thank you to Dr. Pennington, Professor of Chemistry at Texas A&M University.

Bird Buddies

We had a wonderful time at our Bird Buddies event! Thank you to the Huntsville Audubon Society for sponsoring this event!

Crocodile Encounter

We welcomed several reptiles to the library as part of Crocodile Encounter! Thank you to the Friends of the Library for generously sponsoring the event! 

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