Lifelong learning and Exploration
NEW! The Gulf Coast Reads Reading Challenge
For the first time ever Gulf Coast Reads is being offered as a reading challenge on Beanstack. LEARN MORE>>
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
Spotlight On: Book Clubs
The members of Katy Branch Library's No Label Book Club enjoy a lively discussion
The Highlighter
NEW! The Gulf Coast Reads Reading Challenge
For the first time ever Gulf Coast Reads is being offered as a reading challenge on Beanstack. LEARN MORE>>
Gulf Coast Reads 2025 Kicks Off: Everything You Need to Know
Join us in reading and discussing this funny, relatable and tender novel by local author and teacher Jennifer Mathieu
How to Apologize Like a Grown-Up
Learn how to make a sincere apology, take responsibility, and rebuild trust with honest reflection and meaningful action.
6 Powerful Reasons Gulf Coast Reads Matters More Than Ever
It’s a grassroots movement to reclaim connection through one of the simplest yet most profound acts we have: sharing a story.
NEW! The Gulf Coast Reads Reading Challenge
For the first time ever Gulf Coast Reads is being offered as a reading challenge on Beanstack. LEARN MORE>>
Gulf Coast Reads 2025 Kicks Off: Everything You Need to Know
Join us in reading and discussing this funny, relatable and tender novel by local author and teacher Jennifer Mathieu
How to Apologize Like a Grown-Up
Learn how to make a sincere apology, take responsibility, and rebuild trust with honest reflection and meaningful action.
6 Powerful Reasons Gulf Coast Reads Matters More Than Ever
It’s a grassroots movement to reclaim connection through one of the simplest yet most profound acts we have: sharing a story.
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
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!
Fall Vegetable Gardening
Blogger Steve B tells you everything you need to know to have a thriving vegetable garden this fall.
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!
Fall Vegetable Gardening
Blogger Steve B tells you everything you need to know to have a thriving vegetable garden this fall.
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