Children's Programs

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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