Calendar

Fall Reading Challenge

September 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021

September to November Open to all ages Download the Beanstack Tracker App or visit hellenhall.beanstack.org and log your time! Those who compete will be entered in grand prize drawings!

Nature Journal Challenge

September 17, 2021, All Day

Plants, bugs, and mud, oh my! We are exploring everything nature has to offer in our weekly Nature Journal Challenge! This program is online via Instagram. Dates: Sept. 3, Sept. 10, Sept. 17, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, Oct. 8, Oct. 15, Oct. 22, Oct. 29, Nov. 5, Nov. 12, and Nov. 19 Time: Posted by 10 a.m. Ages: All ages

Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pick-Up

September 17, 2021, All Day

Does your stuffed animal need a vacation? Why not try the library? Drop off your stuffed animals for a week of fun activities and play time! At the end of the week, pick up your stuffed animal and receive a goodie bag for yourself! Dates: Drop off Sept. 9 and pick up Sept. 17 Time: All day Ages: 0 to 11

Know Your Rights

September 18, 2021, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Join us for this six-week series on understanding the ins and outs of today’s legal system. The local Bay Area Bar Association and their talented attorneys will answer all your burning questions, helping you navigate everything from your tricky Homeowner’s Association to how to best handle your recent traffic citation. Coffee and snacks will be provided. This series is coordinated by Volunteer Coordinator Ashley Young. Sept. 18: Taking Control of Your Healthcare – HIPAA, Wills, and Hospitals Oct. 2: Understanding Probate Oct. 16: Homeowners, Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs), Landlords & Tenants Oct. 30: Car Accident – What’s Next? Nov. 6: The Ins and Outs of Criminal Law – DUIs, Misdemeanors, and More Nov. 13: Understanding Immigration Law Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Ages: For adults

Music and Movement

September 18, 2021, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Join us for songs, movement, and playing with musical instruments. Dates: Sept. 18, Oct. 16, and Nov. 20 Time: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Ages: Families with children birth to 8

Storywalk®

September 20, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Toddler Time

September 20, 2021, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Wiggles, songs, rhymes, and a story. Dates: Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, and Dec. 13 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers

Toddler Time

September 20, 2021, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library > Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Wiggles, songs, rhymes, and a story. Dates: Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, and Dec. 13 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers

Teen Anime Club

September 20, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Calling all anime fans! Join us to watch and discuss some good anime shows while eating snacks. Please note: Anime shows selected are rated PG-13 and TV-14. Dates: Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, and Nov. 15 Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Ages: 12 to 18

English Conversation Practice

September 20, 2021, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Practice English conversation skills in an informal, welcoming setting. All skill levels may participate, and new students can start at any time without a registration process. 2 classes per week are offered Monday evening 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday mornings 10:30 am - 11:30 am

League City Book Club

September 20, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

New members are always welcome and reading the book is not required. Contact caris.brown@leaguecitytx.gov for more information. Aug. 16: Eleanor by David Michaelis Sept. 20: The Code Breakers by Walter Isaacson Oct. 18: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Nov. 15: The Children Act by Ian McEwan Time: 7 to 8 p.m. Ages: For adults

Storywalk®

September 21, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Preschool Story Time

September 21, 2021, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Dates: Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers

Preschool Story Time

September 21, 2021, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Dates: Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers

Library Board Meeting

September 21, 2021, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Storywalk®

September 22, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Computer Classes

September 22, 2021, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Computer Lab

Classes will be held in the Computer Lab on the 2nd floor. Registration required. To register, go to https://helenhall.libguides.com/librarycalendar. Please note: Registration begins one week in advance of class schedule date. For more information, please call 281-554-1101. Morning Computer Classes Sept. 8: Basic Computer Skills Sept. 15: Basic Internet and Email Skills Sept. 22: Working with Windows 10 Sept. 29: Word Oct. 6: Excel Oct. 13: Advanced Excel: Charts and Pivot Tables Oct. 20: PowerPoint Oct. 27: Publisher Nov. 3: Social Media 101 Nov. 10: Google Drive/Docs Nov. 17: Tablet/Smartphone Dec. 1: Saving Money with Coupons and Apps Dec. 8: iPad Basics Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ages: For adults

Babies and Books

September 22, 2021, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Tickles, giggles, rhymes, and story for those who BYOB (bring your own baby). Dates: Sept. 1, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 13, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, Nov. 10, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec. 8, and Dec. 15 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for birth to walking and their caregivers

English Conversation Practice

September 22, 2021, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Practice English conversation skills in an informal, welcoming setting. All skill levels may participate, and new students can start at any time without a registration process. 2 classes per week are offered Monday evening 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday mornings 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Every Stitch Way

September 22, 2021, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

This crafting group meets every other Wednesday. Bring your needlework, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or any other craft project you might be working on and join us! Dates: Aug. 11, Aug. 25, Sept. 8, Sept. 22, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec. 15, and Dec. 29 Time: 1 to 3 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

September 22, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Become an ambassador for your Library and gain leadership experience! Help plan teen activities, assist with Library events, and more. Snacks are served and participation counts as service hours. New members are welcome! Please note: Applications for new members are provided at the program. Dates: Sept. 8, Sept. 22, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, and Nov. 17 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. Ages: 12 to 18

Study and Homework Sessions

September 22, 2021, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Created for those students who need a little extra help, these weekly peer group study sessions will be a great way for students to connect and work on assignments or subjects that need some additional attention. Wednesday evenings beginning in September. For more information, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Ashley Young at 281-554-1116. Dates: Sep. 8, Sep. 15, Sep. 22, Oct. 6, Oct. 13, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, Nov. 10, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec. 8, and Dec. 15 Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Ages: 12 to 18, 6th to 12th grade

Storywalk®

September 23, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Family Creative Art: Mandalas and Mantras

September 23, 2021, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Back by popular demand! Come and create a beautiful mandala while learning an inspiring mantra. Georganna Tapley will facilitate this family program. Date: Sept. 23 Time: 10 to 11 a.m. Ages: All ages

Tween STEAM

September 23, 2021, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Tween STEAM: Join us for hands on activities as we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Registration is required for Tween programs. Register via our online calendar using the link below. Dates: Sept. 9, Sept. 23, Oct. 14, Oct. 28, and Nov. 12 Times: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Ages: 8 to 11

Pajama Story Time

September 23, 2021, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Grab your pajamas and join us for songs, rhymes, and stories that will have your little ones ready for bed! Dates: Sept. 9, Sept. 23, and Oct. 14 Time: 6 to 6:30 p.m. Ages: Designed for ages 3 to 8 and their caregivers

Nature Journal Challenge

September 24, 2021, All Day

Plants, bugs, and mud, oh my! We are exploring everything nature has to offer in our weekly Nature Journal Challenge! This program is online via Instagram. Dates: Sept. 3, Sept. 10, Sept. 17, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, Oct. 8, Oct. 15, Oct. 22, Oct. 29, Nov. 5, Nov. 12, and Nov. 19 Time: Posted by 10 a.m. Ages: All ages

Storywalk®

September 24, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Teen Late Night Series: Fandomonium

September 24, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Fandoms…assemble! Join a team of diverse fandom fanatics and test your trivia knowledge for prizes. A virtual program via Zoom. Date: Sept. 24 Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Ages: 12 to 18

Storywalk®

September 25, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Medicare Explained with Shari Ferguson

September 25, 2021, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Computer Lab

Come have your questions about Medicare answered and discussed. Medicare health and prescription coverage can be renewed annually, so this a wonderful opportunity to learn what options are available. Tuesday evenings Dates: Sept. 28, Oct. 26, and Nov. 30 Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ages: For adults Saturday mornings Dates: Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 13, and Dec. 18 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages: For adults

Watch Out! Watch Matinees!

September 25, 2021, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Stop by on select Saturdays to enjoy some tasty treats and catch a seasonally themed film! Snacks will be provided. Aug. 21: High Noon (1952) PG Sept. 25: Minari (2020) PG-13 Oct. 23: Freaky (2020) R Nov. 20: When Harry Met Sally (1989) R Dec. 18: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) PG Time: 12:30 p.m. Ages: For adults

Storywalk®

September 26, 2021, All Day @ Helen Hall Library

Enjoy a story with your family as you stroll outside the library. A small prize will be available in the Children’s Department when the walk is completed. Dates: Sept. 20 to 26 and Oct. 18 to 24 Time: All day Ages: All ages

Toddler Time

September 27, 2021, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Wiggles, songs, rhymes, and a story. Dates: Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, and Dec. 13 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers

Toddler Time

September 27, 2021, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Wiggles, songs, rhymes, and a story. Dates: Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, and Dec. 13 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers

Teen Game On

September 27, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Drop in to play Nintendo Switch games, Jackbox games, Uno, and more! Dates: Sept. 13, Sept. 27, Oct. 11, Oct. 25, Nov. 8, and Nov. 22 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. Ages: 12 to 18

Evening Computer Class

September 27, 2021, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Computer Lab

Classes will be held in the Computer Lab on the 2nd floor. Registration required. To register, go to https://helenhall.libguides.com/librarycalendar. Please note: Registration begins one week in advance of class schedule date. For more information, please call 281-554-1101. Evening Computer Classes Sept. 27: Word Oct. 25: PowerPoint Nov. 29: Excel Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ages: For adults

English Conversation Practice

September 27, 2021, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Practice English conversation skills in an informal, welcoming setting. All skill levels may participate, and new students can start at any time without a registration process. 2 classes per week are offered Monday evening 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday mornings 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Preschool Story Time

September 28, 2021, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Dates: Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers

Preschool Story Time

September 28, 2021, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Dates: Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers

Family Game Night

September 28, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Board games, card games, chess, and checkers for all ages! Dates: Sept. 14, Sept. 28, Oct. 12, Oct. 26, Nov. 9, and Nov. 23 Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Ages: All ages

Teen Writers Club

September 28, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Do you have what it takes to be a writer? Hone your skills with crazy writing prompts and support each other through the creative writing process. Dates: Sept. 14, Sept. 28, Oct. 12, Oct. 26, Nov. 9, and Nov. 23 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. Ages: 12 to 18

Medicare Explained with Shari Ferguson

September 28, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Computer Lab

Come have your questions about Medicare answered and discussed. Medicare health and prescription coverage can be renewed annually, so this a wonderful opportunity to learn what options are available. Tuesday evenings Dates: Sept. 28, Oct. 26, and Nov. 30 Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ages: For adults Saturday mornings Dates: Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 13, and Dec. 18 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages: For adults

Computer Classes

September 29, 2021, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library - Computer Lab

Classes will be held in the Computer Lab on the 2nd floor. Registration required. To register, go to https://helenhall.libguides.com/librarycalendar. Please note: Registration begins one week in advance of class schedule date. For more information, please call 281-554-1101. Morning Computer Classes Sept. 8: Basic Computer Skills Sept. 15: Basic Internet and Email Skills Sept. 22: Working with Windows 10 Sept. 29: Word Oct. 6: Excel Oct. 13: Advanced Excel: Charts and Pivot Tables Oct. 20: PowerPoint Oct. 27: Publisher Nov. 3: Social Media 101 Nov. 10: Google Drive/Docs Nov. 17: Tablet/Smartphone Dec. 1: Saving Money with Coupons and Apps Dec. 8: iPad Basics Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ages: For adults

Babies and Books

September 29, 2021, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Tickles, giggles, rhymes, and story for those who BYOB (bring your own baby). Dates: Sept. 1, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 13, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, Nov. 10, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec. 8, and Dec. 15 Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Ages: Designed for birth to walking and their caregivers

English Conversation Practice

September 29, 2021, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Helen Hall Library - Board Room

Practice English conversation skills in an informal, welcoming setting. All skill levels may participate, and new students can start at any time without a registration process. 2 classes per week are offered Monday evening 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday mornings 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Kids in the Garden

September 29, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library

Come learn and grow. Gardening is a fun and healthy activity, allowing children to develop a love for nature, nutrition, self-sufficiency, and responsibility. Weather permitting, this program will be outside. Dates: Sept. 15, Sept. 29, Oct. 13, Oct. 27, and Nov. 10 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. Ages: 6 to 11

Read to the dogs

September 29, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Helen Hall Library > Helen Hall Library - Susan Mathews Theater

Designed for reluctant readers or those who need extra reading support in grades 1-3. Children read for 15-20 minutes to a registered therapy dog. Registration is required. Email joan.peeples@leaguecitytx.gov. Dates: Aug. 12, Aug. 19, Aug. 25, Sept. 9, Sept. 16, Sept. 29, Oct. 14, Oct 21, Oct. 27, Nov. 18, Dec. 9 and Dec.16 Time: 7 to 8 p.m. Ages: 1st to 3rd grade