Classes & Workshops in Stratford, TX

Adult Crafting Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Southwest Regional Library · Fort Worth, TX · Ages 18+

Learn something new and take come a completed craft each time you meet. In May, we will make beaded and collage animals!

Cookbook Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 27, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Level up your cooking and baking skills. Join us as we each choose a different recipe from the same cookbook to prepare at home. After, meet to discuss the results together and share how your recipe turned out. Bring a picture of your creation. Note: due to public health regulations, sharing food...

Origami 101

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Irving Library Event Calendar · Irving, TX

Learn the basics or show off your expert origami skills.

Toddler Craft Hour

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–6:45 PM UTC · Reby Cary Youth Library · Fort Worth, TX · Ages Up to 5

Make a fun cooperative craft with your toddler and socialize with other caregivers! This program is for 18-36 month-olds and their grownups.

Linocut Printmaking Workshop

In 1 week · May 28 – May 30 · Briscoe Western Art Museum (Jack Guenther Pavilion) · 210 W Market St, San Antonio, TX

Watercolor Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Golden Triangle Regional Library · Fort Worth, TX

Make a splash and learn something new, or build on your painting skills with our fun paint-along sessions to videos by a professional instructor. No experience needed; all supplies provided. Come...

Chinese Calligraphy

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Lark Branch Library · 2601 Lark Ave, McAllen, TX

Discover the art of Chinese calligraphy while learning to write the symbol for “fortune” with guided strokes.

Sip & Sculpt Pottery Workshop

In 1 week · May 27 – Jul 24 · Spokesman · 440 E. St. Elmo, Austin, TX

Full STEAM Ahead

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Diamond Hill/Jarvis Library · Fort Worth, TX

Let your imagination run wild as we explore fun projects in science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Join us as we build skyscrapers, make slime, beautiful art and more.

Afternoon Book Club **18 and Up Only**

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 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

Art Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 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.

Concession Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

The Concession Book Club meets on the last Thursday of each month at the Concession Branch , 565 Concession St., Hamilton. The May title is The House of Hidden Mothers by Meera Syal. Copies are available for pick-up at the Concession branch.

Thrills and Chills Book Club (Ages 18+) at the Central Library

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · 625 Austin St. Garland, TX 75040 · 625 Austin St. Garland, TX 75040, Garland, TX · Ages 18+

6:30 p.m.; Readers who enjoy crime fiction and thrillers are invited to join monthly discussions. Each session features a different book plus refreshments.

Turner Park Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

The Turner Park Book Club meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Turner Park Branch , 352 Rymal Rd. E., Hamilton. The May title is Pageboy by Elliot Page.

Knit and Crochet Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 27, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Northwest Library · Fort Worth, TX

Do you love to knit or crochet? Join us to unwind one stitch at a time! Meet other yarn lovers to share favorite techniques and patterns. All skill levels are welcome.

North Book Club for Adults: Mysteries!

In 1 week · Fri, May 29, 12:00 AM–12:45 AM UTC · 2600 Oates Drive Mesquite, TX 75150 · 2600 Oates Drive Mesquite, TX 75150, Mesquite, TX

There’s been a murder! Or maybe not. It’s a mystery, and that’s what we’ll be reading in May! Choose a title from our curated list of contemporary and classic mystery novels and join us for a discussion with fellow readers! For ages 18 & older North Branch 2600 Oates Dr. 972-681-0465 4th Thursday,..

Saltfleet Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

The Saltfleet Book Club meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Saltfleet Branch , 131 Gray Road, Stoney Creek. The May title is Sarah's Key by Tatians de Rosnay.

Brown Bag Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 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..

Art is Life

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · 310 E. Parkerville Road Cedar Hill, TX 75104 · 310 E. Parkerville Road Cedar Hill, TX 75104, Cedar Hill, TX

Drop-In Knitting and Crochet

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Hamilton Public Library has knitting and crochet programs for all ages and skill levels. Drop in with your current project and materials.

Teen: Tech Thursdays

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Teen Zone · Grapevine, TX · Ages 10–17

Whether you're gaming, creating, or just trying something new, each week we'll have different activities with cool tech to discover—no experience needed, just come ready to have fun! Join us in the...

Locke Adult Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX · Ages 18+

The Locke Adult Book Club meets alternating Thursdays at 1pm at the Locke Branch, 285 Locke St., S. The May 23rd title is Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard. Physical copies of the book are available for pick up at the branch prior to each meeting.

The Art of Banksy Without Limits

In 1 week · May 29 – Sep 8 · Fair Market · 1100 E. Fifth St., Austin, TX

Make and Create - Suncatchers

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Learn to make a unique craft and explore a variety of art techniques. Supplies provided.

Make Your Own Tarot – Major Arcana

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Express your creativity by designing your own tarot deck using craft supplies and learning imagery from different decks.

Craft at HPL - Mandala Stones

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Create Mandala patterns — circular, geometric designs — on rocks. Supplies provided.

Collage Night for Adults (18+)

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Makerspace · Grapevine, TX

Bring your Art/ Junk Journal and collage with us. We have some supplies and magazines but feel free to bring your own materials to make it uniquely yours. (18+)

Senior Quilting

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM UTC · 3524 Central Drive Bedford, TX 76021 · 3524 Central Drive Bedford, TX 76021, Bedford, TX · Ages 55+

Come enjoy a very relaxing quilting experience with our long-standing Quilting program.

Scent-sational Creations

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Lark Branch Library · 2601 Lark Ave, McAllen, TX

Craft your signature scent! Blend a custom perfume balm to boost your mood and leave your skin feeling softer. Stay calm, cool, and iconic. 🌿✨

Paint and Sip: Paint Night Done Right - Austin

In 1 week · May 28 – Dec 19 · Blue Owl Brewing · 2400 E. Cesar Chavez St #300, Austin, TX

Crafter's Corner

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 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.

Skincare Through the Ages

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Ridglea Library · Fort Worth, TX

Through the centuries, humans have tried different products and methods to enhance their appearance and take care of their skin. Some were healthy; others were toxic! Let’s learn about past beauty...

Teen DIY

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Diamond Hill/Jarvis Library · Fort Worth, TX · Ages 10–17

Flex your creative muscles to create a do-it-yourself project! This program involves tools and crafting techniques designed for 6-12th graders.

Crafternoon

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Riverside Library · Fort Worth, TX

Fun crafts you can take home! Join us as we explore new techniques and materials and build a piece of art ready to take home and display.

Unearth a Story: Summer Reading Challenge Kick-off Party

In 1 week · Thu, May 28, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Flower Mound, TX 75028 · Flower Mound, TX 75028, Flower Mound, TX

Celebrate the start of summer and our Summer Reading Challenge by travelling back to the age of the dinosaur! We’ll have plenty of Mesozoic games and activities to help all ages dig up an exciting summer.