Upcoming Events

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Paint & Sip

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Enjoy a refreshing mocktail made by Nicky while local artist Tracy Fortune leads us through a themed acrylic painting!

Check back soon for this month's theme!

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

Story Tails Reading Program

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

A still from The Nutcracker play performed by Ballet Frontier

The Nutcracker Performance by Ballet Frontier of Texas

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

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
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join us as Ballet Frontier of Texas comes to Canyon Lake for a performance of The Nutcracker!

tye preston seed library logo

Seed Library Seed Cleaning

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join us to get seeds cleaned and prepped for adding to our Seed Library! New seed donations welcome, please bring in a brown paper bag with the scientific name written on it. Come and go during the time listed!

beehive frame

Apiary: Intro to Beekeeping for All Ages!

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Apiary (Bee Hives), Workshop

Age Group:

Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Apiary (Bee Hives), Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn about the fundamentals of beekeeping from the Comal County Beekeepers Association! Afterwards we'll suit up to go into the Apiary and do maintenance work on the hives.

Mom and toddler building stack of blocks

SJRC Mothers and Littles Series

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Children, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Our friends at SJRC believe that motherhood is even more beautiful with community.

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

Story Tails Reading Program

Monday, December 15, 2025 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.

speech bubble with "hola" written inside

Spanish Charlas

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Language Classes

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

¡Hola y bienvenidos todos! Want to practice and improve your Spanish language skills while also learning more about various dialects and cultures throughout the Spanish speaking world? ¡Acompáñenos!

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Teen Time & Makerspace: Fudge & Cricut Boxes

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

Our December schedule is packed, so Ms Jamie and Ms Rebecca are offering two programs in one this week! Make fudge in the kitchen with Ms Rebecca and Cricut boxes in Preston with Ms Jamie. All supplies provided by the library at no charge.

Quilted Wall Art

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose from a variety of patterns of come up with your own design to create a quilted wall hanging. All materials and equipment will be provided by the library in this 3-class series. 

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. 

volunTEEN Drop in

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Gathering Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:


Need volunteer hours for school?! Or just love the library and want to help out?! Drop in anytime between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm and volunteer as little or long as you like! For ages 13-17. No registration required.

The Nutcracker Performance by Ballet Frontier of Texas

12:00pm–1:30pm
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
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join us as Ballet Frontier of Texas comes to Canyon Lake for a performance of The Nutcracker!

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.

Apiary: Intro to Beekeeping for All Ages!

10:15am–12:00pm
Preteens, Teens, Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Apiary (Bee Hives), Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn about the fundamentals of beekeeping from the Comal County Beekeepers Association! Afterwards we'll suit up to go into the Apiary and do maintenance work on the hives.

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. 

Stitch & Sew Saturday

11:00am–12:30pm
Preteens, Teens, Adults
Open
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. 

Astronomy Night

6:30pm–8:30pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel & Founders Room (Combined)
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Astronomy Nights! We'll have a presentation on sky news and what to be on the lookout for before heading up to our Observatory to check out the bight and bright stars!

Quilted Wall Art

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose from a variety of patterns of come up with your own design to create a quilted wall hanging. All materials and equipment will be provided by the library in this 3-class series. 

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. 

Hot Cocoa Candle Mugs

11:00am–1:00pm
Preteens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Preteens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this program, you'll personalize your own mug using either sublimation printed images for a professional finish or colorful markers for a more hand-crafted design.

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.

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:

This week, we will be crafting vision boards! Teen Time is for teens aged 13-17. All materials provided and free 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!

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 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:

This week the teens will be cooking up something warm and comforting in the kitchen! Due to space and ingredient availability, registration is required. 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!

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 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:

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
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 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 Asian dumplings and cookies for the Lunar New Year 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.