Harte Library Programs and Events

SPECIAL EVENTS 

TX Paint by Heart with Stacey White
(Ages 6-17)
Friday, March 29th @ 5:00 PM
Learn how to paint from local Artist Stacey White. 
Registration is encouraged.
Call the Library for more information at (361) 826-2310.

NASA Eclipse Stream
(All Ages)
Monday, April 8th @ 10:30 AM
Join us for NASA’s livestream of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. Glasses available for outside viewing.

Blackout Poetry
(Ages 10-17)
Wednesday, April 10th @ 4:20 PM
Get creative finding poetry within existing text by blacking out or drawing over all but a few words. 

Earth Day Giveaway
(All Ages)
Monday, April 22nd All Day
Free mini plant cuttings available to take home and grow.
While supplies last.

Seed Bomb DIY
(All Ages)
Monday, April 22nd @ 5:00 PM
Give back to our Earth by making your own seed bomb! Caregivers must attend with any participants 15 and under.

Paws2Read
(All Ages)
Saturday, April 27th @ 11:00 AM
Come hone your  literacy skills with the aid of a therapy dog that will provide comfort and reduce stress. This program is in partnership with the Go Team Therapy group.  

Diamond Painting
(Ages 8+)
Saturday, May 3rd @ 5:00 PM
Decorate bookmarks, pictures, keychains, & more!
Contact the Library for more details and to register at (361) 826-2310.

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EVENTS FOR ALL AGES

Let’s Create Craft Club
(Ages 13+)
New take home craft kits available first Monday of every month, while supplies last.
March—Puzzle Piece Clover
April—Nature Bookmark
May—Mini Piñata
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Monthly In-Person craft classes for Members only.
Contact the Library to become a member at (361) 826-2310.
March—Bead-Making Workshop
April—Aluminum Can Jewelry
May—Magazine Page Frame

Celtivities
(Ages 13+)
Saturdays, March 16th, April 13th, & May 25th @ 11:00 AM
Drawing and crafting classes with a Celtic twist! For Members only.
Contact the Library to become a member at (361) 826-2310.

Chess by the Sea
(All Ages)
1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month @ 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Everyone from beginners to chess masters are welcome. Questions? Contact the Chess Master at (361) 937-6569.

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EVENTS FOR KIDS

Take and Make Crafts
(Ages 3 - 10)
New Every Monday
Pick up a different craft at the circulation desk or through the curbside while supplies last.

Lap-sit Storytime
(Ages 0-2)
Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM
Bring your little bundle of joy for a morning of stories, songs, and fingerplays.

Music in Motion
(Ages 0-5)
Tuesdays @ 11:00 AM
Children will practice their motor skills with musical instruments, dance, songs & parachute play.

Family Storytime
(Ages 0-5)
Saturdays, March 9th, April 6th, & May 4th @ 11:00 AM
Weekend storytime with songs, dancing, parachute play, and Storytime.

Play Zone
(Ages 0-5)
Thursdays @ 11:00 AM
Rattles, puzzles, blocks, and more to encourage motor skills.

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EVENTS FOR TEENS

Loud Crowd
(Ages 13-18)
Mondays  @ 4:20 PM
Afterschool social hour with board games and snacks.

Teen Craft Snack Attack
(Ages 13-18)
2nd Tuesday of every month @ 4:20 PM
Join us for some snacks, crafts, and to unwind.
March—Watercolor with Markers
April—DIY Berry Stress Ball
May—Fingerpainting Beehive

Teen Building
(Ages 13-18)
3rd Wednesday of every month  @ 4:20 PM
Cooperative and competitive building using KEVA planks.

(Un)Social Hour
(Ages 13-18)
Thursdays @ 4:20PM
Afterschool social hour for those who prefer things on the quiet side to draw, read, study, etc.

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EVENTS FOR ADULTS

New Year, New You
(Ages 18+)
Wednesdays, March 13th & 27th @ 12:00 PM
Explore nutrition and activity options to help meet your New Year’s health goals. 
Disclaimer: Talk to your doctor before implementing dietary and activity changes into your daily habits.

Loom Knitting for Beginners
(Ages 18+)
Wednesdays, March 13th, April 3rd, & May 1st @ 2:00 PM
Introducing the basics of loom knitting. Supplies provided. 
March—Hat
April—Scarf
May—Hat

Cricut Crafters
(Ages 18+)
Wednesdays, March 6th, April 17th, & May 15th @ 1:00 PM
Make custom creations to keep or share! Supplies provided. 
Registration Required.
Call the Library for more information at (361) 826-2310.
March—Design a Bookmark
April—Custom Mug
May—Custom Tote Bag

Fiction Addiction
(Ages 18+)
Saturdays, March 9th, April 6th, & May 4th @ 4:00 PM 
Enjoy refreshments while we discuss the book of the month. Call the Library for more information at (361) 826-2310.
*Selections subject to change.*
March—Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
April—The Little Liar by Mitch Albom
May—All the Sinners Bleed by S. A. Cosby

Caffeinated Chapter Chasers
(Ages 18+)
2nd Wednesday of every month @10:30 AM 
Cozy up with a cup of coffee while we discuss books by best selling authors.
*Selections subject to change.*
March—Reader’s Choice: any book from The Beloved Bookroom Mysteries series by Dorothy St. James
April—River’s End by Nora Roberts
May—The Secret, Book & Scone Society by Ellery Adams

Talk Dewey to Me
(Ages 18+)
Last Tuesday of every month @ 2:00 PM 
Enjoy non-fiction? This is the book club for you.  Read the suggested book or pick another on the same topic.
March—Killing the Witches by Bill O’Reilly
April—Reader’s Choice: any book by David Grann
May—Poverty in America by Matthew Desmond