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January Library Closures
The Library will be closed in observance of the following upcoming holidays:
*New Year’s Day*
Thursday, January 1
The Library will reopen Friday, January 2, at 10 a.m.
La Biblioteca se abrirá el viernes 2 de enero a las 10 a.m.
**Martin Luther King Jr. Day**
Monday, January 19
The Library will reopen Tuesday, January 20, at 10 a.m.
La Biblioteca se abrirá el martes 20 de enero a las 10 a.m.
While our building is closed, our online services remain available 24/7! Visit hursttx.gov/hplonline [ [link removed] ] to access eBooks, streaming media, and more.
Mientras nuestro edificio está cerrado, nuestros servicios en línea están disponibles 24/7. Simplemente vaya a _hursttx.gov/hplonline [ [link removed] ]_ para acceder a libros electrónicos, contenido multimedia y más.
*Click here for more information about City facility closures.* [ [link removed] ]
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January 2026 - Train Car Creations (1920 x 1080 px) - Newsletter
Train Car:
Crafting Days, Parade, and Storytime
Tuesday, January 6, 4-7 p.m. OR Thursday, January 8, 4-7 p.m.
"Program Rooms North and South"
Join us to create kid-sized train cars! We’ll provide the boxes and craft supplies—you supply the imagination. Open to children of all ages.
Saturday, January 10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
"All around the Library ending in Program Room East"
The Kids’ Express is ready to roll! Join us for a festive indoor parade featuring kid-made train cars, chugging through the Library for all to enjoy. Stick around for a special storytime celebrating trains at the end of the line!
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afterschool
New Afterschool Programs for Grades K-9!
Thursdays, starting January 8, 4-5 p.m.
THURSDAYS ARE BACK! Ready for more afterschool fun? It’s Elementary has expanded into *FOUR *exciting, *AGE-SPECIFIC *options every month! This new lineup offers all sorts of fun, ranging from hands-on arts and creative exploration to high-energy games and movement activities.
*WHEN*
*GRADES*
*PROGRAM*
*_LOCATION_*
1st Thursday
K-9
Get Crafty!
Learning Center
2nd Thursday
K-2
Curiosity Club
Program Room East
3rd Thursday
3-5
Epic Elementary
Program Room East
4th Thursday
6-9
Middle Madness
Program Room East
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January 2026 - Poke Club (1920 x 1080 px)
Poké Club
Fridays, January 9 & 23, 4:30-5:45 p.m.
"Learning Center"
Calling all Pokémon fans in grades K-9! Join us on the 2nd and 4th Fridays after school.
* *2nd Friday of the month:* Enjoy snacks, trade your cards, and express your creativity with a Pokémon-related craft.
* *4th Friday of the month:* Sharpen your skills! We'll focus on playing Pokémon TCG and sharing tips for caring for and collecting cards.
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January 2026 - Delayed Opening (1920 x 1080 px)
Delayed Opening
Wednesday, January 14
The Library will have a delayed opening until* 2 p.m.* on Wednesday, January 14, for staff development training.
La biblioteca tendrá una apertura retrasada hasta las *2 p.m.* del miercoles 14 de enero para formación en desarrollo del personal.
*Click here for more information about City facility closures.* [ [link removed] ]
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January 2026 - Teen Stuff (Newsletter)
Teens Touch Grass
Thursday, January 15, 6-7 p.m.
"Library Park"
Are you feeling a little too online? Unplug and touch grass at this monthly outdoor teen program! Each month, a different crafty, sporty, or social activity will be offered to get you up and out during the school year. Open to grades 6-12.
Happy New Year! Celebrate 2026 with snacks and a rockin' outdoor karaoke party!
Teen Laser Tag
Thursday, January 29, 6-7 p.m.
"Program Rooms North and South"
Bring your running shoes, we're playing laser tag! Bring your friends and get ready to have a BLAST! Open to grades 6 - 12. Free registration is required at hursttx.gov/hplsignup [ [link removed] ] or contact the Library to save your spot.
*Click here to register!* [ [link removed] ]
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2026 - Roll for Initiative D&D Club (1920 x 1080 px)
Roll for Initiative D&D Club
Wednesday, January 21, 2-5 p.m.
"Reading Alcove"
Adventurers of all ages are invited to join on the third Wednesday of the month for this volunteer-led imaginary role-play game. New to D&D? Never fear! Players of all skill levels are welcome.
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January 2026 - Shine with Diamond Art (1920 x 1080 px)
Shine with Diamond Art
Thursday, January 22, 6-7:45 p.m.
"Learning Center"
Kick off the year by discovering (or continuing!) the relaxing, colorful craft of diamond art. Join us for a fun, hands-on evening where you can start a brand-new project or bring along your current work-in-progress. All supplies are provided, and no experience is needed!
This program is best for ages 8 and up. Free registration is required at hursttx.gov/hplsignup [ [link removed] ] or contact the Library to save your spot.
*Click here to register!* [ [link removed] ]
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January 2026 - Sensory-Friendly Browsing Hour (1920 x 1080 px)
Sensory Friendly Browsing Hour
Wednesday, January 28, 9-10 a.m.
Explore the Library before regular hours with softer lights, minimal noise, and fewer screens. Pick up a free Take & Make Sensory Picky Pad to enjoy at home. Free registration is required at hursttx.gov/hplsignup [ [link removed] ] as space is limited.
*Click here to register!* [ [link removed] ]
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