Press Release - 9/1/2015 - Teen Programs Canceled at Library for Sept/Oct
Huntsville Public Library – Events for September & October
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Story Time
The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Wednesday at 10:45 a.m. at the library. This
complimentary program promotes emergent reading skills for young children. Story Hour includes stories,
songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. September 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30.
Read With the Dogs
This is an excellent program that helps children who experience anxiety when reading out loud or in a
group setting. The dogs are trained and friendly, and make excellent reading companions. Read With the
Dogs takes place on the 3rd Monday of every month. September’s event will be on Monday, the 21st, from
4:00-5:00 p.m.
Family Movie Night Series
Huntsville Public Library, in partnership with Texas Children’s Health Plan, is offering a free monthly
family night movie. All movies are rated PG or G. September’s Family Movie night will be at 5:30 p.m.
on Friday, September 11, in the Community Room. Complimentary popcorn and drinks will be served.
Lego Club
The Lego Club for ages 5-12 is held the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month, at 5 p.m. Upcoming dates
are September 3 and 17 in the Children’s Room at the Huntsville Public Library.
Special Events
The Big Bad Wolf, performed by Express Children’s Theatre, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 19.
Come and enjoy a twist on this classic tale! Great for all ages.
Teen Events
Teen Movie Night will be at 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4, in the Library Community Room. Come chill
with kids your age and enjoy popcorn and a movie. For more information, contact Ashley Newsome at 936-
291-5912.
The Teen Comic Book Club will meet at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, in the Library Community
Room. Come join in a discussion of current comics and classics. This is an opportunity to expand your
comic horizons. For more information, contact Ashley Newsome at 936-291-5912.
A Teen Poetry Slam will take place at 4 p.m. on Friday, September 18, in the Library Community Room.
The HPL Teen Poetry Slam is an opportunity for local young poets to read or recite original work. For
more information, contact Ashley Newsome at 936-291-5912.
Adult Events
Intermediate and Advanced Spanish Classes begin September 8. Classes are free, but registration is
encouraged. Contact Mary Kokot at 936-291-5472 for more information.
OCTOBER EVENTS
Story Time
The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Wednesday at 10:45 a.m. at the library. This
complimentary program promotes emergent reading skills for young children. Story Hour includes stories,
songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. October 7, 14, 21, and 28.
Read With the Dogs
This is an excellent program that helps children who experience anxiety when reading out loud or in a
group setting. The dogs are trained and friendly, and make excellent reading companions. Read With the
Dogs takes place on the 3rd Monday of every month. October’s READ is Monday the 19th from 4:00-5:00
p.m.
Family Movie Night Series
Huntsville Public Library, in partnership with Texas Children’s Health Plan, is offering a free monthly
family night movie. All movies are rated PG or G. October’s Family Movie night will be Friday, October
9, at 5:30 p.m. Complimentary popcorn and drinks will be served.
Lego Club
The Lego Club for ages 5-12 will be the 1st Thursday and 3rd Thursday of every month. They will meet
on Thursday October 1st at 5:00 and Thursday October 15th in the Children’s Room at the Huntsville
Public Library.
Teen Events
Teen Book Club - Saturday, October 3, at 1:00 p.m.
Teen Wii Tournament - Friday, October 23, at 4:30 p.m.
Special Events
Square on the Square, Saturday, October 31, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Stop by our booth for special prizes!
For more information on all events, call:
Contact: Anne Sparks, Assistant City Librarian
Huntsville Public Library
1219 13th Street
Huntsville, Texas 77340
936-291-5472