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Lifelong learning and Exploration

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!

Learn more about Repair Cafes and HCPL Sustainability

Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell- Gabe Henry

Sep 17th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
ave you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes well just weird? Come on a surprisingly hilarious journey with us and…

Introducing HCPL LAWPodsIntroducing HCPL LAWPods

LAWPods offer patrons access to the extensive legal resources of the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library without having to travel downtown.
LAWPods offer patrons access to the extensive legal resources of the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library without requiring them to travel downtown.

Spotlight On: Book Clubs

The members of Katy Branch Library's No Label Book Club enjoy a lively discussion

It's Hurricane Season. Get ready.Get Ready

Be prepared if disaster strikes: know your risks, make a plan, assemble a kit, and stay informed.
Be prepared if disaster strikes: know your risks, make a plan, assemble a kit, and stay informed.

The Highlighter

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!

The Day Pluto Lost It's Planet Card

On this day, August 24th, in the year 2006, America’s favorite planet Pluto was demoted from full planet to dwarf planet.

Check out the updated HCPL On the Go App!

HCPL's Web Services team has been steadily improving our app. Let’s take a closer look at some of its most useful features.

Anyone can be an artist with the library

Our Mobile Outreach Librarian proves that you're never too old to start making art.

Get a Library CardGet a Library Card

HCPL offers a variety of library cards- All free and available to Harris County residents!
Find the right card for you and see all that the library has to offer.

New at the Library

Book Hunters: Your Personal Reading ConsultantsBook Hunters: Your Personal Reading Consultants

Book Hunters is a FREE service that matches readers with books they love.
Book Hunters is a FREE service that matches readers with books they love.

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

Regenerative Gardening

Regenerative gardening is an environmentally conscientious approach to managing and planting gardens

Xeriscaping Your Landscape

Create a beautiful habitat for wildlife that supports native insects while reducing the need for fertilizers and water.

Gardening for Wildlife

May is Gardening for Wildlife Month! Here are some books to help you make a wildlife-friendly garden full of pollinators and other critters.

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