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Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover
2026-07-13 11:30:00 2026-07-13 12:30:00 America/Chicago Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes. Hardesty Regional Library

Monday, July 13
11:30am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-13 11:30:00 2026-07-13 12:30:00 America/Chicago Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes. Hardesty Regional Library

Hardesty Regional Library

Connor's Cove Children's Theater

Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes.

This workshop fosters creativity, coordination and patience while giving every child a tangible, self-made balloon creation to take home. A perfect blend of artistry and play that keeps participants engaged from start to finish.

Hardesty Regional Library
Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Kelly Bayles
Hours
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Mon, Jun 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 14 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Services

  • WiFi
  • Wireless printing
  • Checkout laptops for in-library use
  • Public Access Computers
  • Meeting Room(s)
  • Bike Locks
  • Recycling
  • Audio Induction Looping, Auditorium Access
  • Public Fax
  • Family Place
  • Genealogy Center
  • FedEx Drop Box

Upcoming events

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Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Jun 13, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Movies in the Cove: "The SpongeBob Movie"
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Handmade at Hardesty: Air-Dry Clay Magnets
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak Meeting Room
Join us for a hands-on crafting experience where you can unleash your creativity with air-dry clay! For adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Jun 14, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Adopt a Pet Rock
Mon, Jun 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Digital Lounge
Unleash your creativity and transform ordinary rocks into your new best friend with paint, imagination and a rocking good time. All materials are provided. For middle and high... more
Unleash your creativity and transform ordinary rocks into your new best friend with paint, imagination and a rocking good time. All materials are provided. For middle and high schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Jun 16, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Jun 17, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
How Candid Helps Nonprofits
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pecan Meeting Room
With comprehensive data and training, Candid equips nonprofits with the tools they need to thrive. Join us to discover more about Candid’s products and resources.... more
With comprehensive data and training, Candid equips nonprofits with the tools they need to thrive. Join us to discover more about Candid’s products and resources. Registration is required.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Poetry Club
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Literacy Lab
Join us for a relaxed poetry gathering and meet fellow poetry lovers. For adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Jun 18, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Game Lounge
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Digital Lounge
Discover a relaxed space where you can connect with friends, play exhilarating video games and unleash your creativity in a welcoming environment. For teens and tweens.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Jun 20, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Movies in the Cove: "Dinosaur"
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Jun 21, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Inspyral Circus Presents Dino-Light Circus
Mon, Jun 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Jeremy Philo of Inspyral Circus brings dinosaurs to life through this fantastic glow circus including a 5-foot-tall unicycle, juggling and more. For elementary schoolers.
Coding With Scratch
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab
Interested in coding? Learn about Scratch, an online coding language designed for children and teens. Join us to draw, create games and more, all while learning to code!... more
Interested in coding? Learn about Scratch, an online coding language designed for children and teens. Join us to draw, create games and more, all while learning to code! Registration is required.
This event is full
Inspyral Circus Presents Dino-Light Circus
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jeremy Philo of Inspyral Circus brings dinosaurs to life through this fantastic glow circus including a 5-foot-tall unicycle, juggling and more. For elementary schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Jun 23, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Jun 24, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Dungeon Master Academy
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maple Meeting Room
Aspiring Dungeons & Dragons DMs, join DnD MC's Wes Rose for an overview of everything you need to succeed! Registration is required. For ages 13-17.
Puzzlemania! - A Puzzle Competition
Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Pecan Meeting Room
Test your puzzle prowess! Teams of up to five players will race to complete an identical 500-piece puzzle the fastest. Registration is required and is limited to six teams. For... more
Test your puzzle prowess! Teams of up to five players will race to complete an identical 500-piece puzzle the fastest. Registration is required and is limited to six teams. For adults.
This event is full
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Jun 25, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Jun 26, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family - Unearth a Story
Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:20am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Dino Dig
Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Maple Meeting Room
Calling all junior paleontologists! Get ready to dig, chip and brush away to excavate your own mini dinosaur. Tools and supplies provided. Registration required. For... more
Calling all junior paleontologists! Get ready to dig, chip and brush away to excavate your own mini dinosaur. Tools and supplies provided. Registration required. For kindergarten through third grade.
This event is full
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Jun 27, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Movies in the Cove: "Goat"
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Jun 28, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
What if Puppets Presents “T-Rex Took My Toothbrush”
Mon, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
This playful, wordless show uses comedic movement, original music and plenty of silly surprises to tell a heartwarming story about an unusual but loving family.
What if Puppets Presents “T-Rex Took My Toothbrush”
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
This playful, wordless show uses comedic movement, original music and plenty of silly surprises to tell a heartwarming story about an unusual but loving family.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Jun 30, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Family History Month - Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition
Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Maple Meeting Room
Discover your roots with Ancestry Library Edition. Learn genealogy basics and get practical tips for your family history research. Registration is required. For adults and teens.
LitWits' Book Club
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ash Meeting Room
Read "Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad and then join us to discuss chapters we read, compare notes and talk about characters, themes or ideas. For adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Jul 02, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Thu, Jul 02, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Thu, Jul 02, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Thu, Jul 02, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Dungeons & Dragons: Roll for Adventure
Thu, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lounge
Heroes needed! Join us for an afternoon of epic adventures and fearsome creatures in this exciting D&D campaign for middle and high schoolers.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Sensory - with Sensory Stay and Play
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maple Meeting Room
Sensory Storytime focuses on learning with all five senses and is especially designed for children with a variety of learning styles or sensory integration challenges.... more
Sensory Storytime focuses on learning with all five senses and is especially designed for children with a variety of learning styles or sensory integration challenges. Registration is required.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Jul 07, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Tue, Jul 07, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Tue, Jul 07, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Tue, Jul 07, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Jul 09, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Thu, Jul 09, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Thu, Jul 09, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Thu, Jul 09, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Movies in the Cove: "Jurassic Park"
Thu, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Unearth a story as old as time 1993! Join us for a showing of "Jurassic Park" (rated PG-13). No food or drink is allowed in Connor’s Cove. For tweens to adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
The Slam Crew
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
This high-energy basketball entertainment show features professional-level tricks, interactive crowd engagement and a positive message that keeps audiences of all ages fully... more
This high-energy basketball entertainment show features professional-level tricks, interactive crowd engagement and a positive message that keeps audiences of all ages fully involved.
The Slam Crew
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
This high-energy basketball entertainment show features professional-level tricks, interactive crowd engagement and a positive message that keeps audiences of all ages fully... more
This high-energy basketball entertainment show features professional-level tricks, interactive crowd engagement and a positive message that keeps audiences of all ages fully involved.
Fresh Floral Mandala With Artist Ellen Weatherholt
Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pecan Meeting Room
Flower mandalas are found in many cultures throughout the world. Join artist Ellen Weatherholt to learn how to build your own fresh floral mandala. Registration is required.... more
Flower mandalas are found in many cultures throughout the world. Join artist Ellen Weatherholt to learn how to build your own fresh floral mandala. Registration is required. For teens.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Movies in the Cove: "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs"
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Family History Month: Dinosaur Family Fingerprints
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Maple Meeting Room
Dig into your family history and work together to create a family fingerprint keepsake craft to treasure forever!
Family History Month: Genealogy Workshop With Juli Bulleigh - Registration Required
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
The Genealogy Resource Center welcomes guest speaker Juli Bulleigh, who will offer two engaging presentations: "Putting the History Back in Family History" and "Hidden Clues in... more
The Genealogy Resource Center welcomes guest speaker Juli Bulleigh, who will offer two engaging presentations: "Putting the History Back in Family History" and "Hidden Clues in U.S. Census Records."
Handmade at Hardesty: Ice Cream - Registration Required
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Maple Meeting Room
Beat the heat by making your own ice cream from scratch! In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll use simple ingredients and a little science to create a delicious frozen treat.... more
Beat the heat by making your own ice cream from scratch! In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll use simple ingredients and a little science to create a delicious frozen treat. For adults.
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Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Unearth a Story Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Children's Area
Drop by and grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your prehistoric journey in our children's area. Finishers will receive a prize, while supplies last. For all ages.
Family History Month: Genealogy Detective Kits
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For... more
Love mysteries? Want to explore your family’s past? Grab a Genealogy Detective Kit and become a family history investigator! Available in July while supplies last. For children, tweens and teens.
Dino Zoo
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic... more
Use your imagination as you mix and match a variety of materials to create a unique dinosaur, and then drop them off at our Dino Zoo when you have finished your rawr-tastic creation.
Dried Flower Bookmark Kit
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Create your own pressed flower bookmark. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover
Mon, Jul 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes.
Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes.
Introduction to Project Budgets
Mon, Jul 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Pecan Meeting Room
Are you ready to start fundraising, but don't know what and how much to ask for? Join us to learn the basic elements of how to draft a project budget. Registration is required.... more
Are you ready to start fundraising, but don't know what and how much to ask for? Join us to learn the basic elements of how to draft a project budget. Registration is required. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Banned Book Club - Celebrate Your FREEDOM To READ!
Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Oak Meeting Room
Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in schools and libraries. Our featured book is "Trainspotting" by Irvine Welsh. For adults.
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