Festivals & Fairs in Crane, TX

Christmas in July: Story Time with Santa

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Evelyn Meador Branch Library · 2400 North Meyer Avenue, Seabrook, TX

Join us for a very special story time with a visit from Santa. THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT. TICKETS WILL BE GIVEN OUT 30 MINUTES BEFORE SHOWTIME ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. 80 TICKETS MAX.

Air-Dry Clay Buddies

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library · 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, TX · Ages 12+

Join Crystal as we use air-dry clay in order to create little dinosaurs or pencil buddies for you to take and display at home! Clay will be slimy for those with sensory issues. All Materials provided. This is a come and go event while supplies last. Ages 12+ Welcome Registration is Required....

Senior Craft at Heritage Hall!

In 1 week · Fri, Jul 24, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Ages 55+

Join us once a month at Heritage Hall Senior Center in Jacinto City for a craft sponsored by the library!

AARC: Hyphenated Book Club - This Arab is Queer: An Anthology by LGBTQ+ Arab Writers

In 1 week · Fri, Jul 24, 4:00 AM–5:30 AM UTC · Asian American Resource Center · 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, TX

Open Studio

In 1 week · Sun, Jul 26, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Education Studio · Dallas, TX

Drop by the Education Studio each month for the opportunity to explore materials and create art projects inspired by works on view at the museum. A new project is offered each month, so families are encouraged to return frequently. All materials are provided. This program is designed for children...

Crafter's Corner

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Emily Fowler Library — Upstairs meeting room · Denton, TX

Bring your current crafting project to work on and meet others in the local crafting community. Share ideas, get tips and inspiration, and learn something new at this come and-go program.

Hoffstetter Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club Online

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC

This Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club Meets Online the 4th Wednesday of the Month. January-October. November is usually the 3rd Wednesday. They read a selection of Science Fiction & Fantasy books. The book is Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler For a Meeting link, contact the Library.

Craft at HPL - Garden Markers

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Join an HPL Staff-led craft hour and learn how to create garden markers to decorate your outdoor space. Supplies provided.

Make & Mingle: Tote Bag Design

In 1 week · Sun, Jul 26, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Frisco Library · 8000 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX

Come customize a canvas tote with your own style! If you already own something you'd like to decorate, feel free to bring it! Totes and design supplies are provided but limited.

Make It/Take It Craft

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · North Richland Hills Library · 9015 Grand Ave, North Richland Hills, TX

Join us for our Summer Make It/Take It series with a fun, prehistoric theme! 6/3: Paper Plate Dinosaur6/10: Tissue Paper Volcano6/17: Peeking Dinosaur6/24: Cave Art7/1: Pasta Dino Skeleton7/8: Woolly Mammoth7/15: Flying Pterodactyl Puppet7/22: Dino Feet & Tails

The Sequence Is Yours: Teacher Advisory Group Exhibition

In 1 week · Jul 24 – Sep 4 · Mid Main Lofts · 3550 Main Street, Houston, 77002, Houston, TX · Ages 55+

Installation of The Sequence Is Yours, 2026. Photo: Tasha Gorel. Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live About The art classroom can be viewed as a portal to the future and a space to show students what is possible. The Sequence Is Yours is a collaborative exhibition of...

A Midsummer Night's Dream

In 1 week · Jul 25 – Aug 11 · Genesis Creative Collective · 1507 Wilshire Blvd., Austin, TX

Art Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Northwest Branch Library · 11355 Regency Green Drive, Cypress, TX · Ages 18+

Come hang out with some adult coloring pages, explore watercolors, try your hand at sketching or bring your own art project to work on. Materials are provided at this two hour chill sesh.

Global Explorers: Egypt (All Ages)

In 1 week · Sat, Jul 25, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Haggard Library · 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, TX 75075, Plano, TX

Explore the civilization of Egypt through activities including: making sand bottle art, playing an Egyptian game, and exploring the language by making a hieroglyph bookmark. Come & go

Sip & Sculpt Pottery Workshop

In 1 week · Jul 26 – Sep 21 · Stargazer · 979 Springdale, Austin, TX

Afternoon Book Club **18 and Up Only**

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Barbara Bush Branch Library · 6817 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX · Ages 18+

Please join us for our regular afternoon book club meetings. You'll meet fellow book lovers and have a great time! For more information on how to attend the book club, please contact us cc@hcpl.net

Teen Open Art Space

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Kingwood Branch Library · 4400 Bens View Lane, Kingwood, TX · Ages 13–18

Calling all teen artists! Whatever your medium is, you're invited to hang with other artists and work on your projects. Sketch pads, art pencils, markers, paints, yarn, crochet hooks, and more will be available for those who just want to show up and create. No registration is required. Snacks will..

Business Book Club: The Mind of the Leader

In 1 week · Sat, Jul 25, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Frisco Library · 8000 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX

Meets monthly to discuss current business, management, and personal professional growth books. There will be a discussion regarding the topics within the chosen book each month to help further business ventures and other personal goals. The Business Book Club meets on the 4th Saturday of each month.

Imagination Stations

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Use your imagination and discover what you can create with our Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts and Math (STREAM) kits and educational toys.

Baby Playtime

In 1 week · Fri, Jul 24, 4:15 PM–5:15 PM UTC · Flower Mound Public Library · 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound, TX 75022, Flower Mound, TX · Ages 6–18

Parents, caregivers, and grandparents! Bring baby to experience a variety of sensory play areas including building boxes, art activities, shakers, and much more! This program runs at the same time as Music, Motion, and Play! for toddlers and preschoolers. Baby Playtime is designed for babies who...

Butterfly Art Program

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library · 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, TX · Ages 3–12

Recommended for children ages 3-12. Drop in to create a no mess painted butterfly, a butterfly mural to decorate the Children's Department and one mystery craft. *No tickets are required* This is a come and go program so the room might be crowded or empty when you arrive. Lines to enter the room...

Brown Bag Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Parr Library · 6200 Windhaven Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093, Plano, TX

2026 Reading List January 22: Caste: The Origins of our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson February 26: The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn March 26: All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me by Patrick Bringley April 23: There There by Tommy Orange May 28: Backyard Bird Chronicles..

Teen Craft Time

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Lone Star College-CyFair Library Branch Library · 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX · Ages 10–17

Day: Thursdays, weekly June 1-Aug 1 Time: 2:00PM Ages: 13-18 Description: Calling all creative teens! Come hang out, make a cool craft, and have fun with friends while learning something new. 🎨 Additional Info: Free! Tickets at the Adult Reference Desk 6/4 String Art 6/11 Jewelry Making 6/18 No...

This Is Me Art Project

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Craft a self-portrait that reveals who you are, inside and out. Get creative with different art materials and highlight what makes you unique. Supplies provided.

Down to Earth: Clay Crafts

In 1 week · Mon, Jul 27, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Galena Park Branch Library · 1500 Keene Street, Galena Park, TX

Down to Earth: Clay Crafts is a fun, hands-on session with air dry clay. The program is for teens and adults, and occurs twice in June and July during the Summer Reading Program. Join us and shape your creativity! Registration is required to participate, and supplies are limited.

Read Ink Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · North Channel Branch Library · 15741 Wallisville Road, Houston, TX

Join us for a discussion and refreshments.

Drawing from the Masters

In 1 week · Sun, Jul 26, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Meadows Museum · 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75205, Dallas, TX · Ages 12+

Enjoy afternoons of informal drawing instruction with artist Ian O’Brien. Each session is focused on a different work of art and provides an opportunity to explore a variety of techniques and improve drawing skills. Drawing materials will be available, but participants are encouraged to bring their.

Craft Cart

In 1 week · Sat, Jul 25, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.

E.S.L. Read-Aloud Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 3:30 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Kingwood Branch Library · 4400 Bens View Lane, Kingwood, TX · Ages 18+

Practice reading aloud in English with other adult learners this summer on Thursday mornings in June and July. Focus is on pronunciation, fluency, and confidence through shared reading in a supportive library setting. For adults who can read in English and have some language experience; not for...

Sewing Machine Workshop

In 1 week · Mon, Jul 27, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Learn how to thread a sewing machine safely, wind a bobbin, sew a straight line and back-stitch to lock in a seam.

Jurassic Art Jam with Ms. Krystle

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · High Meadows Branch Library · 4500 Aldine Mail Route, Houston, TX

Craft Program for Kids Get creative with Ms. Krystle in this hands-on dinosaur-themed craft program. Children will explore art, design, and imagination while creating fun prehistoric projects. Activities are designed to support creativity and self-expression.

Closer Look Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 23, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

A weekly book club that focuses on one book over six-weeks. Read and discuss in depth a different section of the book each week. The book we will be covering this summer is The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith.

Prekindergarten Story Time

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Octavia Fields Branch Library · 1503 South Houston Avenue, Humble, TX · Ages Up to 5

Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime. We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your prekindergarten age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable...

Dino Life Cycle Craft

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 22, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Parker Williams Branch Library · 10851 Scarsdale Boulevard, Houston, TX · Ages Up to 5

Cut, color, and fold your own Dinosaur Life Cycle. From egg to adult, from baby to predator, watch your dinosaur grow into the beast that you know and love.