Lifelong learning and Exploration
Why English Is a Hot Mess (And Why That Makes It Amazing)
Plus a fiendishly hard quiz to pillage for your next trivia night, and reading recommendations about this maddeningly unruly tongue.
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
Why English Is a Hot Mess (And Why That Makes It Amazing)
Plus a fiendishly hard quiz to pillage for your next trivia night, and reading recommendations about this maddeningly unruly tongue.
Hidden Gems 2025
These are the books and movies released in 2025 that we feel didn't get the love and attention they deserve.
How to Start Reading Comics
Comics are confusing for newbies. Here are some tips and advice to start of your comics journey.
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.
Why English Is a Hot Mess (And Why That Makes It Amazing)
Plus a fiendishly hard quiz to pillage for your next trivia night, and reading recommendations about this maddeningly unruly tongue.
Hidden Gems 2025
These are the books and movies released in 2025 that we feel didn't get the love and attention they deserve.
How to Start Reading Comics
Comics are confusing for newbies. Here are some tips and advice to start of your comics journey.
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!
Winter Books to Get Lost In
If you love reading in sync with the season, this list of wintery, multi-genre picks has you covered.
Slaying all the Way!
A mixed media list of mysteries, thrillers, and horror set on or near the winter holidays!
Hanukkah Books for Everyone in Your Family
From picture books to cookbooks, there's something here for everyone to read this Hanukkah!
Boxing Movies for Boxing Day!
December 26 is Boxing Day! What does this festive occasion have to do with boxing, the sport? Absolutely nothing!
Winter Books to Get Lost In
If you love reading in sync with the season, this list of wintery, multi-genre picks has you covered.
Slaying all the Way!
A mixed media list of mysteries, thrillers, and horror set on or near the winter holidays!
Hanukkah Books for Everyone in Your Family
From picture books to cookbooks, there's something here for everyone to read this Hanukkah!
Boxing Movies for Boxing Day!
December 26 is Boxing Day! What does this festive occasion have to do with boxing, the sport? Absolutely nothing!
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