Winter Reading Challenge

A cartoon polar bear laying on snow reading a book

How it works: 

  • Visit the Library between November 30 and January 31 to pick up your Winter Reading Challenge bookmark
  • Check out and read five books of your choice
  • Participate in two library activities
  • Track your progress using your bookmark
  • Once you have completed the challenge, return the bookmark to the library and enter a drawing for one of three gift baskets, each filled with cozy goodies for children, teenagers, or adults



Gift basket for children with water park passes, gift cards, play tiles, and more.     Gift basket for teens with blue goat squishmellow, escape room kit, gift cards, and more.    Gift basket for adults with gift cards, home decor, and a throw blanket



We hope you join us in enjoying some great books this winter!

Featured Holiday Activities

Stories with Santa

Wednesday, December 6 • 4:00 PM
Children will enjoy special stories with Santa and make a cute paper ornament for the Library’s tree. After the stories, families will have the chance to get a photo with Santa. No registration is required.

Uptown Carolers

Monday, December 11 • 6:00 PM
Enjoy festive carols performed by talented singers in elegant Victorian costumes that appear to be plucked from the pages of a Dickens novel. No registration is required.


Ramblin’ Rita’s Holiday Show

Saturday, December 2 • 11:00 AM
Ramblin' Rita's Texas Traditions Holiday Show is a fun, family-friendly show about the winter holidays celebrated across Texas. Her lively stories and songs will make you smile. No registration is required.

Pinterest Party: Pour Paint Ornaments

Saturday, December 2 • 11:00 AM  (Reserve Your Spot)
Each attendee will be able to make 2-3 ornaments in their choice of color schemes. For ages 18+. All supplies are provided; registration is required. 

Holiday Hosting Series

Saturday, December 5 • 6:00 PM (Reserve Your Spot)
In the third class of this series, attendees will learn floral fundamentals and construct a small faux floral arrangement to add a touch of elegance to your tablescape from the first program. For ages 18+. All supplies are provided; registration is required. 

TinkerCAD Basics: Holiday Bookmark

Thursday, December 7  • 5:00 PM (Reserve Your Spot)
Learn the basics of 3D modeling using TinkerCAD while creating a festive holiday bookmark to 3D print.

Jingle & Jolly Magic Show

Saturday, December 9 • 2:00 PM
Join Jingle the Elf and Jolly the Snowman for a magical interactive program for kids! There'll be songs, games, a snowman race, and fun magic. Jolly will lead everyone in a Christmas carol at the end. No registration is required.

Make-It/Take-It Craft: Winter Gnomes

Wednesday, December 13 • 4:00 PM
Create a silly winter gnome friend with craft sticks, paper, and yarn. Perfect for hanging on the tree or just hanging out. Supplies are provided for one craft per child, and take-home kits are available. Best for ages 3-8.

Pinterest Party: Pour Paint Ornaments

Saturday, December 16 • 11:00 AM (Reserve Your Spot)
Each attendee will be able to make 2-3 ornaments in their choice of color schemes. For ages 18+. All supplies are provided; registration is required.

DIY Christmas Card Station

Tuesday, December 19  • 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Get creative and spread some holiday cheer! Stop by the Library between 3:00 and 5:00 PM to create, decorate, and personalize your very own Christmas cards using the supplies we provide. All ages are welcome to participate; no registration is required.

Upcoming Events & Classes

  1. Dec 11
  2. Melodies & Motion

    It’s time to get movin' and groovin'! Melodies &am...
    Melodies & Motion
  3. Uptown Carolers Performance

    Performing in elegant Victorian costumes that appe...
    Uptown Carolers Performance
  1. Dec 12
  2. Melodies & Motion

    It's time to get movin' and groovin'! Melodies &am...
    Melodies & Motion
  3. books + brews

    A nonfiction book club for curious minds.
    books + brews
  1. Dec 13
  2. Bilingual Storytime

    Young children, ages 3 to 6 years, are invited to ...
    Bilingual Storytime
  3. Make-it/Take-it Craft

    Create a silly winter gnome friend with craft stic...
    Make-it/Take-it Craft
  1. Dec 14
  2. Toddler Time

    Toddlers will be introduced to sounds, letter reco...
    Toddler Time
  1. Dec 15
  2. Homeschool Science

    Embark on an exciting journey through various fiel...
    Homeschool Science
  3. Homeschool Meetup

    Join us for a casual meetup for our homeschool com...
    Homeschool Meetup

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