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2026 Kids noon year's eve party with balloons graphic

Kid's Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

All Ages, Children, Preteens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the start of 2026 with crafts, activities and a balloon drop! Dress to impress!

LEGO Club with colorful bricks

LEGO Club!

Saturday, January 3, 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.

Teen Time at TPML is Crafting Creations with pictures of crafts

Teen Night! Crafts

Tuesday, January 6, 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, we will be crafting vision boards! Teen Time is for teens aged 13-17. All materials provided and free while supplies last.

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

Preteens: STEM Night

Thursday, January 8, 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. For this week, come try your hand at building a Rube Goldberg machine or maze!

Preteen Cooking at TPML! with image of chef hat

Preteen Cooking Night!

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Age Group:

Preteens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Community Kitchen & Preston Room
Age Group: Preteens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Formerly Tween Time, Preteen Hangout is a time just for 9-12 year-olds. This week, we will be working in the kitchen together to cook up warm and comforting soup. Please register for this program because of limited space and ingredients. Free!

LEGO Club with colorful bricks

LEGO Club!

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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.

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Dominoes

12:30pm–4:30pm
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Event Details:

This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tye Preston Memorial Library. The Library may not be contacted about this organization or event.

Dominoes

1 group plays Dominoes; 2 groups play assorted card games.

Makerspace Equipment Certification

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Makerspace equipment and get certified for use on your own. We will teach the basics and safety guidelines for 1-2 pieces of equipment per session.

Hill Country Makers

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

Do you like to tinker? Consider yourself a Do-It-Yourselfer?

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us  for Toddler Storytime! This engaging and interactive program is specially designed for children aged 12 months - 3 years and their caregivers.

French Club

11:30am–3:00pm
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

French Club meets to immerse members into the French language and culture from Parisian French to French Canadian to Cajun/Creole. These levels of French are for beginners learning the language to those fluent who want to practice their French.

Lakemobile Stop: Brookshire Brothers

12:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: LAKEmobile

Tech Help

1:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: 1st Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you need help with your phone, tablet, laptop or other technology? Sign up for a one-on-one tech help appointment with Jamie to get all your questions answered!

Fiber Arts Gathering

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Gathering Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Is working with needles and threads your thing? Bring your latest projects and works-in-progress to share with like-minded crafters. Enjoy conversation and a relaxing time to create. Everyone is welcomed! 

volunTeen - Noon Years Eve Party

10:00am–1:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come volunTeen! Come help with our Family Fun New Years program and get your service hours! 

Ask for Mrs. Mara at the main Circulation desk when you get to the Library! 

We look forward to having you!

Kid's Noon Year's Eve

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages, Children, Preteens
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Founders & Preston Room (Combined)
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Preteens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the start of 2026 with crafts, activities and a balloon drop! Dress to impress!

Makerspace Equipment Certification

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Makerspace equipment and get certified for use on your own. We will teach the basics and safety guidelines for 1-2 pieces of equipment per session.

Tech Help - Apple Only

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you need help with your iPhone or Mac? Sign up for a one-on-one Apple tech help appointment to get all your questions answered.

Library Closes @ 5 pm

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Tye Preston Memorial Library
Description:

Tye Preston Memorial Library will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, December 31st for New Year's Eve

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Tye Preston Memorial Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on January 1st for New Year's Day

1st & 3rd Friday Bridge

9:30am–2:30pm
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Event Details:

This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tye Preston Memorial Library. The Library may not be contacted about this organization or event.

Duplicate bridge played with partner.

Spanish Charlas

12:00pm–1:00pm
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!

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.

Makerspace Equipment Certification

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Makerspace equipment and get certified for use on your own. We will teach the basics and safety guidelines for 1-2 pieces of equipment per session.

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.

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!

Tech Help

10:00am–10:30am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: 1st Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you need help with your phone, tablet, laptop or other technology? Sign up for a one-on-one tech help appointment with Jamie to get all your questions answered!

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. 

LEGO Club!

10:00am–11:00am
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.

Preston Pluckers

10:00am–12:00pm
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Casteel Room
Event Details:

This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tye Preston Memorial Library. The Library may not be contacted about this organization or event.

Preston Pluckers is a mountain dulcimer slow jam with emphasis on slow. All playing levels are welcome. For more information or a loaner instrument, contact Dee Baker at msdeebee@gmail.com.

New Braunfels Writers Guild

10:00am–1:00pm
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Event Details:

This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tye Preston Memorial Library. The Library may not be contacted about this organization or event.

The New Braunfels Writers Guild meets on the first and third Saturdays of each month for aspiring writers, experienced writers, or anyone wanting to investigate the writing process.

Dominoes

12:30pm–4:30pm
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: Preston Room
Event Details:

This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tye Preston Memorial Library. The Library may not be contacted about this organization or event.

Dominoes and some card games

Makerspace Equipment Certification

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tye Preston Memorial Library
Room: TPML Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Makerspace equipment and get certified for use on your own. We will teach the basics and safety guidelines for 1-2 pieces of equipment per session.

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.

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.