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Story Tails Reading Program Text with picture of books, a black poodle and a little girl reading

Story Tails Reading Program

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Children who read aloud to therapy animals show dramatic improvement in their reading skills and confidence because the animals provide a safe space for beginning or struggling readers.

intro to guitar

Intro to Guitar

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduction to Guitar with Vic Huvelle

Join us for this 8-week course covering all the things you need to know about guitar. This series will include lessons on chords and some music theory.

For this class, please plan to bring:

photo of lucy, a black poodle service dog

Story Tails Reading Program

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Pick out a book and come read with Lucy the Therapy Poodle and her handler Nan Borden!

Teen Time at TPML is Crafting Creations with pictures of crafts

Teen Night: Science-y Crafts

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

This week the Teens will be having fun creating secret messages using some simple ingredients and fun chemical reactions. For ages 13-17. Materials free and available while supplies last. 

intro to guitar

Intro to Guitar

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduction to Guitar with Vic Huvelle

Join us for this 8-week course covering all the things you need to know about guitar. This series will include lessons on chords and some music theory.

For this class, please plan to bring:

preteen program at tpml STEM night with images of a light bulb, gears, and chemistry equipment

Preteens: STEM Night

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Age Group:

Preteens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Preteens
Event Details:

Formerly Tween Time, Preteen Hangout is a time just for 9-12 year-olds. This week, we will be experimenting with Secret Messages (and a little chemistry!). Materials available while supplies last. 

LEGO Club with colorful bricks

LEGO Club!

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

Children, Preteens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Children, Preteens
Event Details:

Where imagination meets engineering: LEGO Club meets twice a month at TPML and is designed for children aged 5-13 and siblings. Each meeting offers a building challenge or theme but is otherwise self-directed.

Pink and Blue -y preschool valentine party - Wednesday February 11th 10-11:30 AM registration required

Preschool Special Event: Pink and Blue-y Valentine Party

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special Valentine Party! We'll have crafts and play games like Keepy Uppy, Freeze dance, and more! Come dressed in your favorite valentines sparkles, and come ready to party!

intro to guitar

Intro to Guitar

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduction to Guitar with Vic Huvelle

Join us for this 8-week course covering all the things you need to know about guitar. This series will include lessons on chords and some music theory.

For this class, please plan to bring:

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***CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER*** Astronomy Night

7:00pm–9:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel, Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER 1/24/26   

See the stars at night, big and bright, from deep in the heart of Texas at Astronomy Night!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Teen Game Night!

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

This week is game night for teens at the library! Bring your friends and enjoy snacks and fun for free! For ages 13-17.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Teen Night: Science-y Crafts

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

This week the Teens will be having fun creating secret messages using some simple ingredients and fun chemical reactions. For ages 13-17. Materials free and available while supplies last. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Teen Night in the Kitchen

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Community Kitchen & Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

The teens will be making and decorating cookies for February holidays this week in the kitchen. Materials free and available while supplies last. For ages 13-17.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Stitch & Sew Saturday

11:00am–12:30pm
Preteens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Stitch & Sew Saturday at the Makerspace! This monthly sewing program runs every 2nd Saturday from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Guidelines

Successful library programs are designed with age in mind. Please note this program’s age guidelines will be enforced for all active participants.

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Teen Makers: Print Your Face

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Print your face with one of our makerspace technologies, either by 3D scanning, taking a photo or uploading an existing photo/artwork. Options include: Glowforge (laser engraving), 3D printing, Sublimation (puzzles, bags), stickers.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Guidelines

Successful library programs are designed with age in mind. Please note this program’s age guidelines will be enforced for all active participants.

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Astronomy Night

7:00pm–9:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel, Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

See the stars at night, big and bright, from deep in the heart of Texas at Astronomy Night!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Teen Night!

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's Game Night! Bring your friends and enjoy snacks and fun at the library for free! For ages 13-17.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Teen Night! Crafts

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come create something colorful with us during this craft night just for teens! Snacks and materials available free of charge. For ages 13-17.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Teen Night in the Kitchen

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Community Kitchen & Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

The teens will be trying their hands at an Irish recipe or two this week! Materials free and available while supplies last. For ages 13-17

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Stitch & Sew Saturday

11:00am–12:30pm
Preteens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Stitch & Sew Saturday at the Makerspace! This monthly sewing program runs every 2nd Saturday from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Guidelines

Successful library programs are designed with age in mind. Please note this program’s age guidelines will be enforced for all active participants.

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Teen Makers: Kumihimo

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the Japanese craft of Kumihimo. We will be making braded bracelets using a kumihimo disk. 

Ages 13-17 only. 

Disclaimer(s)

Age Guidelines

Successful library programs are designed with age in mind. Please note this program’s age guidelines will be enforced for all active participants.

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Astronomy Night

8:00pm–10:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel, Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

See the stars at night, big and bright, from deep in the heart of Texas at Astronomy Night!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission / Opt-Out

Library staff may snap some pictures during public library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, please email reservations@tpml.org.

Teen Night! Crafts

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

This week, the Teens will be making some Spring-themed crafts! For ages 13-17, all materials free and available while supplies last.  

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats. 

Japanese Language Study Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Come learn more about Japanese language and culture with the help of your peers and our native Japanese speakers  - study group for all ages and skill levels!

Teen Game Night!

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's game night at the library! Bring your friends and enjoy free snacks and fun. For ages 13-17.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Procedures

Registration is required for this event. If you register and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration at least 24 hours in advance to provide notice for someone coming off the waitlist. We encourage registrants to arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and get settled. If there are no shows once the event starts, other patrons such as those on the waitlist or on "stand-by" will be offered any free seats.