Discover how a forgotten 2000 Harris County library book heist revealed a human story of crime, recovery, and second chances, and the complex life of Steven Ray Jackson.
The Great Library Heist of 2000: The Investigation
Photo lineups, suspect interviews, and gathering evidence as the Constables zero in on the Heist's perpetrator.
The Great Library Heist of 2000
This is the first installment of a three-part series for Gulf Coast Reads, HCPL’s shared reading program. This year’s selection, The Librarians by Sherry Thomas, is a cozy mystery set in an Austin library, making this the perfect time to revisit our own real-life library mystery.
Beyoncé, Willie Nelson… Plumbago?
Learn how Texas Superstar plants are expert-tested to thrive in tough weather. Discover hardy favorites like Bluebonnets and Lantana for a beautiful local garden.
Robert Duvall and The Great Santini
A look at Robert Duvall’s remarkable career and the iconic lines that resonated through generations, highlighted by a scene from The Great Santini
Meat the Unexpected: Eat Fearlessly
Explore budget-friendly “alternative” meats like liver, hearts, goat, and game, with simple cooking tips to eat more adventurously while still staying safe and well-nourished.
“Sing We Joyous Altogether”: HCPL Performers on the Holidays, Music, and Connection
A look at how holidays across cultures spark music, art, and storytelling—blending nostalgia, community, and creativity to illuminate the season’s shared joy.
Jazz Hands?
A library staffer faces jazz hands, Broadway pros, and ‘other duties as assigned’—all in the name of community and creativity.
How to Apologize Like a Grown-Up
Real apologies take strength, honesty, and reflection. Learn how to say 'I'm sorry' the right way—and why it matters more than you think.
Remembering Robert Redford
A heartfelt remembrance of Robert Redford—Hollywood icon, visionary, and storyteller whose films and legacy continue to inspire.
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