Lifelong learning and Exploration
Jane Austen Turns 250 and her Romantic Puzzles Still Entice
For those who have never read Jane Austen, blogger Cynthia G. offers teasers of three of Austen's most beloved novels.
Learn more about Repair Cafes and HCPL Sustainability
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and REPAIR CAFE!
Sep 13, 2025
HCPL's next Repair Cafe is Saturday, Sept. 27 at West University Branch Library
Upcoming Repair Cafes
Spotlight On: Book Clubs
The members of Katy Branch Library's No Label Book Club enjoy a lively discussion
The Highlighter
Jane Austen Turns 250 and her Romantic Puzzles Still Entice
For those who have never read Jane Austen, blogger Cynthia G. offers teasers of three of Austen's most beloved novels.
How to Start Reading Comics
Comics are confusing for newbies. Here are some tips and advice to start of your comics journey.
"Sing We Joyous Altogether": HCPL Performers on Connection
A reflection on how holidays across cultures inspire music and art, weaving tradition, memory, and creativity into shared seasonal joy.
Podcast & Resources for the Aspiring Expat
From wanderlust to real plans: why Americans consider expat life—and the library resources to help you take the next step.
Jane Austen Turns 250 and her Romantic Puzzles Still Entice
For those who have never read Jane Austen, blogger Cynthia G. offers teasers of three of Austen's most beloved novels.
How to Start Reading Comics
Comics are confusing for newbies. Here are some tips and advice to start of your comics journey.
"Sing We Joyous Altogether": HCPL Performers on Connection
A reflection on how holidays across cultures inspire music and art, weaving tradition, memory, and creativity into shared seasonal joy.
Podcast & Resources for the Aspiring Expat
From wanderlust to real plans: why Americans consider expat life—and the library resources to help you take the next step.
New at the Library
Wellness at the Library
The library offers many ways to stay healthy and promote wellness in mind, body and spirit! Hobbies such as Gardening can help calm and provide a sense of accomplishment! This season we highlight wellness and gardening materials to help everyone feel a little better.
Health & Wellness Articles
Mind, Body & Spirit
Composting 101
Composting is the process of organic material decomposition and you can use the results of that natural process to level-up your gardening!
Powerful Perennials
We hear different terms describing plants like perennials and annuals, but what is the difference?
Plants of the Bible: A Historic Gardener’s Perspective
It’s true we might not know what kind of fruit was on the tree of life, but I’m sure it tasted good!
Composting 101
Composting is the process of organic material decomposition and you can use the results of that natural process to level-up your gardening!
Powerful Perennials
We hear different terms describing plants like perennials and annuals, but what is the difference?
Plants of the Bible: A Historic Gardener’s Perspective
It’s true we might not know what kind of fruit was on the tree of life, but I’m sure it tasted good!
Historical Fiction: The Middle Ages
The Medieval Period spans roughly 500 A.D. to 1500 A.D., That's a lot of narrative territory to cover. This list attempts to do just that.
Kickin' It Old School
Visit schools from the past in this list featuring books for all ages and a link to the Harris County Digital Archive!
Historical Fiction: World War II
When it comes to facts & figures, there isn't much new left to say about WWII, but it remains a compelling era for writers of fiction.
Historical Fiction: The Gilded Age
The Gilded Age (rougly 1865-1898) was glittering era when America wore gold on the outside and rusted on the inside.
Historical Fiction: The Middle Ages
The Medieval Period spans roughly 500 A.D. to 1500 A.D., That's a lot of narrative territory to cover. This list attempts to do just that.
Kickin' It Old School
Visit schools from the past in this list featuring books for all ages and a link to the Harris County Digital Archive!
Historical Fiction: World War II
When it comes to facts & figures, there isn't much new left to say about WWII, but it remains a compelling era for writers of fiction.
Historical Fiction: The Gilded Age
The Gilded Age (rougly 1865-1898) was glittering era when America wore gold on the outside and rusted on the inside.
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