Crosby Edith Fae Cook Cole Branch Library
Hours & Information
Closed until 12:00pm today
Monday
12:00PM - 8:00PM
Tuesday
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday
10:00AM - 8:00PM
Friday
1:00PM - 6:00PM
Saturday
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
Closed
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Thanksgiving - Early ClosingWednesday, November 26, 2025Closes early: 5:00pm
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ThanksgivingThursday, November 27, 2025 - Sunday, November 30, 2025Closed All Day
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Christmas - Early ClosingWednesday, December 24, 2025Closes early: 5:00pm
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ChristmasThursday, December 25, 2025 - Sunday, December 28, 2025Closed All Day
About Crosby Edith Fae Cook Cole Branch Library
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- Community Bulletin Board(s)
- Family Place Learning Center
- Glass Display Case(s)
- Meeting Room(s)
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- Adult Literacy Services
- Computer & Technology Classes
- English Learning (ESL) Classes
- Proctoring for Distance Learning Exams
- Tours for Schools & Other Groups
Map
History
The drive to establish a county library in Crosby began in 1921 with the first collection of 87 books arriving on January 22, 1922. The library grew throughout the years with the help of the community and the Crosby Friends of the Library. The library building as we know it today was dedicated on October 8, 1987, and was more than five times the size of the older building on Church Street with an additional three staff members. The library closed its doors for renovations in 2006. A Young Adult section and a mural by artist Cindy Lee were added. In 2017, the library was renamed to Crosby Edith Fae Cook Cole Branch Library to honor the local historian. The library also celebrated its 30 year anniversary in October 2017.
Meet the Manager
Hi, I’m Laura Hancock. I started my career with HCPL at the La Porte Branch Library, where I worked in Youth Services for six years. After a short break, I returned to HCPL as Crosby- Edith Fae Cook Cole’s Branch Manager in 2024. I love helping people get access to the information they need and strive to provide a welcoming space for everyone. My favorite genres to read and recommend are horror and classic Gothic literature, with Shirley Jackson being an easy pick for my number one author. When I’m not at work, I can be found watching baseball, building Legos, or watching movies. We love our growing community at Crosby, and we hope to see you soon! If you have a question or comment please feel free to
Equipment (in-library use)
Friends of the Library
Proctoring
