Congratulations to Circle of Trees winners!🎄🎄🎄
Most Beautiful — Sarah’s House just narrowly edging out Pasadena Historical Society
People’s Choice Overall — The Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc.
Social Media Favorite — Robert B. Frazier Elementary School
Thank you to all of the organizations that took part, and to everyone who voted!
Pasadena TX Public Library annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Our kids brought their stuffed animal BFFs for a fun night! Here is all the adventures they had. 🧸📚
Get a good head start on 2025! Register please at https://www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar.
Amazing holiday gathering and last Friends meeting of the year with a special visit by Stas Venglevski, an internationally recognized virtuoso on the bayan, and Megumi Hada, organizer of the Houston Accordion Orchestra Retreat, which supports youth artists and promotes accordion concerts in Houston!
Even though you’ve probably seen tomorrow evening’s movie many times because it is on several channels every holiday season, as usual, you’ll gain a whole new appreciation seeing and talking about it with other members of the community!
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, December 16, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
A variety of games and activities will be offered to children to introduce the alphabet and the sounds of letters. 🧸
This is great to help prepare children for school-readiness.
Ages 3 years – 5 years
Calling all kids and teens to join us in celebration of Posada season, let’s break a piñata! 🪅
Built and designed by the Teen Advisory Board.
Grades 6th – 12th
Laser Cutter Wonders: Acrylic Signs.
Come learn what you can do with a laser cutter! 🌟
In this series of workshops, we will cover the basics from browsing the Glowforge design catalog, searching depositories for free laser files and even creating some projects with various laser-safe materials.
Register by filling out the form on our website calendar under the event date on our website www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Come join us learn about everything STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics! In this fun, educational program, we will be learning binary code and using the code to make an Christmas ornament!
Calling all Friends members new and old! 👋
Don’t forget to join us for tomorrow’s holiday gathering and the last Friends meeting of the year, which features a special guest, accordion player Stas Venglevski. 🪗
He is world famous, having played on shows such as Prairie Home Companion, Steve Allen and Doc Severinsen. See him while he is in Houston.
🗓️ Saturday, December 14
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Rover was in holiday spirit during the Tree Lighting Ceremony! 🎅🎄Such a great time seeing everyone! 👋
Are you a Friends member? It’s easy to join! Come on Saturday to the Central Library for fun and fellowship at the Friends of the Pasadena Public Library holiday gathering and last meeting of the year! 🎄🥰
Bring your stuffed animals to spend the night at the library! 🐻🌙
Drop them off to enjoy the library after hours with the rest of the stuffed animals. You can enjoy a booklet of pictures from all the adventures they will be having.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Drop Off
🗓️Friday, December 13
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Pick Up
🗓️Saturday, December 14
⏰ 2:00 PM
Join us celebrate the holidays at the Central Library with one of the top accordion players in Houston, Megumi Hada. She and vocalist Janis Luna will perform popular Christmas tunes and Latin music from a variety of cultural traditions. 🎄🪗
Hada is an organizer of the Houston Accordion Orchestra Retreat and a founder of Stas Venglevski Music Foundation, which supports youth artists and promotes accordion concerts and workshops in Houston. 😊
🗓️ Tuesday, December 10
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, December 9, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Join us celebrate the holidays at the Central Library with one of the top accordion players in Houston, Megumi Hada. She and vocalist Janis Luna will perform popular Christmas tunes and Latin music from a variety of cultural traditions. 🎄🪗
Hada is an organizer of the Houston Accordion Orchestra Retreat and a founder of Stas Venglevski Music Foundation, which supports youth artists and promotes accordion concerts and workshops in Houston. 😊
🗓️ Tuesday, December 10
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Learn how to use 3D ornaments cutouts made with our Cricut maker and clear ornament spheres! 🎄
Perfect for holiday decorations or year-round gifts! 🎁
Register by filling out the form on our website calendar under the event date on our website www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Santa Claus is coming to the Pasadena Public Library!🎅
All families are invited to take photos with Santa Claus during his visit. Bring your own camera, we will provide a photographer so your whole family can get in the picture.
🗓️ Saturday, December 7, 2024
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
🗓️ Saturday, December 7, 2024
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Our Teen Advisory Board participated in the Officer Santa program, earning them volunteer hours toward their school credits. 🎅
Join us in the next Teen Advisory Board session in January.
Thank you to Officer Lisa Wilchek and the police department for everything they do! 😊
Our Central Library’s Main Entrance will be divided and closed off for City Hall’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony from Thursday through Friday.
On Thursday, December 5th the BOOK DROP MAIN ENTRANCE will be closed, and half of the parking lot will remain open. You can still drop off books inside during business hours.
On Friday, December 6 our NORTH PARKING lot will be closed. Parking will be available in the PASADENA MUNICIPAL COURT AREA PARKING LOT (Davist Street) and OUR EAST ENTRANCE (Children’s Area) will serve as our additional entrance to the library during the event.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn.
Tis the Season for Reading! 🎄
Hello December, visit us this month for all the festive events!
Visit our online calendar for more information. https://bit.ly/PPLTX_Calendar
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Join us in December for our programs at the Central and Fairmont Library for TEENS!
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Join us for Music and Movement! 🎶
It’s a time for children to move, dance, and sing to music using instruments and manipulatives. This is great for children to continue developing their gross motor skills and language.
Ages 0 – 5 years.
The Pasadena Public Library will CLOSE in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday November 28 – 30.
Both library locations will reopen on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Laser Cutter Wonders: – Layered Christmas Ornaments. Come learn what you can do with a laser cutter! 🌟
In this series of workshops, we will cover the basics from browsing the Glowforge design catalog, searching depositories for free laser files and even creating some projects with various laser-safe materials.
Register by filling out the form on our website calendar under the event date on our website www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Greeting Adventurers! We will be doing the next session of our current campaign. To sign-up to join our party please contact Edson at 713-477-0276.
Come by the Fairmont branch between 10 and Noon or the Central branch between 2 and 4 to get your pictures with Santa!
Come into the Central Teen room and tell Ms. Lily what you want to do. Enjoy the thrills of teen services at PPL. 😁
Grades 6th – 12th
Come join us in some afterschool activities at the Fairmont Branch Library that allows children to experience art, science and math, culture, and recreational learning. Make a holiday greeting card.
Seasons Greetings! Join us as we prove that there’s no place like Gnome by creating our own Gnomes out of Clay. The craft hour is a first come, first served event and while supplies last.
Join us for a fun and creative art class designed for children in 2nd grade to 5th grade! Participants will learn art concepts, engage in hands-on art projects, and explore their creativity in a supportive environment.
Come join our Basic computer Class at Fairmont Branch Library. Learn the basics of Windows, the Internet and mobile devices.
Register at pasadenapubliclibrary.org/calendar
Learn all about the library’s Prusa 3d printer machine! In this bilingual orientation in English and Spanish, you will learn how to operate the machine, create designs, and make reservations to create your own projects! Register by visiting our calendar online pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or
by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Come join us in learning how to control Sphero robots with your phone! Smartphone is required to participate.
Ages: 2nd to 5th Grade
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2024 Ichigo-Con event.
Congratulations to all of the costume and door prize winners.
We’d like to give a special “Thank You” to our volunteers, event sponsors, and vendors for their continued support
See you at Ichigo-Con 2025!
Calling all teens! Join us for a fun night of movies and games. Enjoy a great selection of films, play games with friends, and don’t miss out on the popcorn!
Grades 6th – 12th
Come and vote for your favorite in the Circle of Trees at Pasadena Central Library this year! 🎄
🗓️ December 5 – December 26
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
If your civic, non-profit, church or volunteer organization would like to decorate a tree, we still have a few spots available!
Email Belinda at [email protected] for more information.
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, November 18, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Join us to create Custom Car Wooden Coasters! 🤩
Laser Cutter Wonders: Come learn what you can do with a laser cutter! In this series of workshops, we will cover the basics from browsing the Glowforge design catalog, searching depositories for free laser files and even creating some projects with various laser-safe materials. Reservation is required as space is limited.
Register by filling out the form on our website calendar under the event date on our website www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Join us at our 9th annual Ichigo-Con! 👏😄
💥 Join Star Wars Enthusiasts of Houston Fan Group for our annual #StarWarsReads at the #IchigoCon Free Comic Con this Saturday, November 1️⃣6️⃣! 💥
We’re excited to partner with our friends at Pasadena Public Library, TX each year for Ichigo-Con as part of our Fan Group’s “Star Wars Reads” youth #literacy outreach. 📚
This FREE mini comic convention in #Pasadena will feature a #costume #contest, #games, #LARP, book sale and other activities for kids & teens. Visit our SWEH booth for #prizes, photos and a #WookieeRoar contest. There will also be arts & #crafts, a #cosplay #storytime and a foam #Lightsaber build & training for the Padawans in the children’s library section.
#BeARebel #ReadMoreBooks #StarWarsBooks
💥 Ichigo-Con is hosted by #PasadenaPublicLibrary. It is held from 10AM – 1PM on Saturday, November 16. 💥 FREE Community event!
Ichigo-Con Free Comic Con with Star Wars Enthusiasts of Houston + Star Wars Reads
SWEnthusiastsHouston.com
@StarWarsEnthusiastsHouston
The order is back at Central Library this year!👏
Join Rover, Dagorath, and many other vendors, presenters and costumed characters on Saturday at our Ichigo-Con!
🗓️ Saturday, November 16, 2024
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Come join us learn about everything STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics! In this fun, educational program, we will be making edible meteorites!
Ages: 2nd – 5th grade.
🗓️ Monday, November 18, 2024
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
Join us for an exciting journey through Native American culture. Explore tribal history, learn words in Native American languages, join in a traditional dance and much more!
🗓️ Saturday, November 16, 2024
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
2024 Ichigo-Con Event Schedule! 🤖
Join us for the costume contest, prizes, presentations, vendors, and much more!
🗓 Saturday, November 16 2024
🕚 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Central Library: 1201 Jeff Ginn Memorial Dr.
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Have a question about our weather? Bring it to Central Library at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening! Meteorologist Amaryllis Cotto will talk about her work as a forecaster in the National Weather Service League City office and her flights this fall as an Air Force Reserve 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron officer. Come and learn how forecasters collect and use data to predict the weather, including the big storms!
Don’t put away your costumes just yet, join us for a costume contest!🏆
Ichigo-Con 2024 is the place for all things geek – don’t miss out!
Mark your calendars for November 16, and prepare for presentations, vendors, Kpop photocard decor, crafts, Dagorath and so much more!👏
Join us as participants of the Dictionary Art Challenge present their art pieces! 🎨
Family and friends are invited to view all the different takes on the challenge. Participants are encouraged to talk about their works and ask fellow artists about theirs. ☺
🗓️ Wednesday, November 13
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
FNAF Teen Lock-In was a success! 🙌🏻
The teens enjoyed pizza and a FNAF theme escape room full of thrills, a lot of candy from the Freddy Piñata the Teen Advisory Board members created and so much more! 🍕🐻🦊🐰🐤🧁
⚠️ Warning! Warning! ⚠️ Missing out on Ichigo Con November 16 would be highly illogical! Live Action Role Play, comics, vendors, crafts and cosplay await—dangerously fun for all ages!
Join us in the teen room, geek out over your favorite anime and manga, try new snacks, and make kawaii crafts. 🤩
🌹 This simple yet effective DIY project is perfect for transforming old or unadorned vases into eye-catching centerpieces.🪻 The craft hour is a first come, first served event and while supplies last. . . Breathe new life in to a plain glass vase by adding a touch of personality and creativity. 🌹
This simple yet effective DIY project is perfect for transforming old or unadorned vases into eye-catching centerpieces.🪻
The craft hour is a first come, first served event and while supplies last.
We LOVE our Friends! ❣️
We had an amazing time during the Friends of the Library scavenger hunt!
Our Friends of the library week has come to an end, Thank you to everyone who left them a sweet message. 💌
Next week’s program holiday cooking program with Harris County Texas A&M AgriLife has been cancelled. We regret the inconvenience.
Join us at our Fairmont Library and prepare your child for a lifetime of learning through reading, playing, singing, and talking. 📖🎵
Age Group: 0-Kinder
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, November 4, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Got a costume? You could become one of only nine people to have ever won this trophy! Plus other great prizes!
Join us at the Central Library for STEAM Day Celebration! Explore Elephant Toothpaste, robotics, and numerous STEAM activities!
Join Sarah Ellis from Better Living for Texans for a festive cooking class dedicated to the art of making the perfect Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Learn the secrets to achieving a creamy, flavorful texture and explore various topping options to elevate your dish. This class is perfect for holiday gatherings or simply adding a touch of warmth and comfort to your meals.
If you’ve been wanting to explore your artistic side, here is a good opportunity. Come and learn to paint with City Engineer Rick Masters. He’ll provide two scenes for you to choose from as well as tips as you progress in your painting, and the library will provide all supplies.
Come and hear about the 2024 hurricane season and how weather forecasts are prepared from Amaryllis Cotto, a National Weather Service meteorologist who flew into Hurricane Helene this fall as part of her duties with the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter Squadron!
Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos by decorating your own SUGAR SKULL for your ofrendas. 🕯️
This is a family event, children and adults are welcome! 🤗
All programs are first come, first served and while supplies last!
📌REMINDER TO FALL BACK! Daylight Savings Time officially ENDS at 2AM on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Remember to set your clocks BACK one hour before you go to bed on Saturday night. #TimeChange #FallBack
It’s Gulf Coast Reads Month, and libraries and book groups around Houston are reading and discussing the same book: “Night Will Find You” by Julia Heaberlin. Come and help them evaluate these clues and find out the mystery behind it all.
Register by filling out the form on our website calendar under the event date. www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Still spots available in next Tuesday evening’s “murder mystery” game based on this year’s Gulf Coast Reads pick, Night Will Find You by Julia Heaberlin. If you haven’t yet read the book, no problem. All the information you need to solve the mystery will be provided (you may want to read the book later!).
With Wings Over Houston this weekend, here are some photos from the Friends’ recent bus trip to the Houston Museum of Flight. It’s also National Friends of Libraries Week and you’re invited to become a member! Check out how at pasadenalibrary.org (click on Support Your Library). Tonight the Friends celebrate the week with an after-hours scavenger hunt at the Central Library and pizza generously donated by Bubba’s 33.
Join us at the Central Library for stories, songs, crafts, and all-around fun while reinforcing early literacy skills. Make sure to wear your spookiest costume! 👻
Ages 0-5
It’s National Friends of Libraries Week, so we thought we would share photos from just some of the programs that Friends of the Pasadena Public Library have brought to the library this year. Plus equipment such as a book repair and binding machine, prizes for events and Summer Reading Program, staff training, and much more! We’re so grateful to the Friends for everything they do to support our library!
We invite you to join the celebration of Friends of the Library Week, October 20-26, 2024. 📚
Mayor Jeff Wagner and Community Relations Manager Rex Lindberg have issued a proclamation in recognition of National Friends of Libraries Week. 🗓️
Our Friends of the Library have made possible numerous programs, facilities like the Maker Lab, and the beautiful Fairmont Library mural. Please visit, explore their projects, and express your gratitude in a note. 💌
Parents, come and learn everything you need to know about the FAFSA and TASFA financial aid applications. Presented by GRADcafe by Project GRAD.
For your October chills, come and see a movie from 1945 that cast a shadow on the scary movies that followed. Then get a chance to talk it afterwards, including a twist in the ending that copycats didn’t catch. And check our calendar at pasadenalibrary.org for next week’s movie appropriate for Halloween week!
Join us for a Five Nights at Freddy’s Trivia Night to gear up for the Five Night at Freddy’s Lock-In
Grades: 6th-12th
Thanks to everyone who donated to or attended our costume swap! Still need a costume for Halloween or Ichigo Con (Saturday, November 16)? We’ll leave them out for the rest of the day!
Join us for our Library Kids Events! 🫶🏻
-Family Place Workshop
-Fairmont Storytime
-Music and Movement
-Phonics and Play
and so much more!
Visit our online calendar for more events! 🗓️
Pasadenalibrary.org/calendar
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Longtime Pasadena resident, author and school board member Cecil Ghormley visits on Tuesday, Oct. 22 to talk about some key moments and places in Pasadena history beginning in the 1940s, when his family moved to the city. Join us for the presentation and talk beginning at 5:30 p.m.!
X Marks the Spot! ❤️
Check out this cute maker lab project done by one of our regulars!
Want to learn how to use the Glowforge Laser Cutter? Did you know we also have a Cricut and a 3D Printer that you can use for FREE? 🙌🖥
Visit our calendar at https://bit.ly/PPLTX_Calendar to sign up for the next orientation or workshop.
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, October 14, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Interested in becoming a citizen? Start practicing for the interview in this six-session class. The class will cover questions about the US government, history, geography, and concepts such as the rights and responsibilities of citizens and also help you practice your interview skills. To join the class, participants must speak English at least at a basic level and must already have two years of permanent residency in the US
Register by filling out the form on our website calendar under the event date. www.pasadenalibrary.org/calendar or by calling the library at 713-477-0276.
Thanks to everyone who donated costumes, and to everyone who dropped by for the costume swap this past Saturday! If you missed a chance to donate or would like to pick up a costume (donation not required), we still have costumes to share and will host another swap on Monday, October 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.!
Join us for this month’s spooktacular programs at the Central and Fairmont Library for TEENS!
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Parents and high school seniors, you are invited to create FSA ID accounts in preparation for the 2025-2026 FAFSA application. GRADcafe advisors are here to help!
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, October 7, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Mystery Escape Room at South Houston High School by Ms. Lily. ❤️
South Houston High School Librarian, Kathleen Hammerle in partnership with Lily Alonso, Teen Librarian at Pasadena Public Library, TX hosted an exciting Mystery Escape Room event for the the Theatre Productions class. It was a fantastic collaboration effort that resulted in fun and learning for all! Stay tuned for future SHHS Library and PPL collaboration projects in the works for students! 🎉😀 #pisdREADS Pasadena Independent School District
Do you have something you would like to customize or create from scratch? Want to learn how to use the Glowforge Laser Cutter? Did you know we also have a Cricut and a 3D Printer that you can use for FREE? 🙌🖥
Visit our calendar at https://bit.ly/PPLTX_Calendar to sign up for the next orientation or workshop.
Join us for our FIRST EVER Dictionary Art Challenge! 🎨📖
Create a unique and self-paced art piece and preset it at the Library Art Show in November. Open to Students (Grades 2nd – 12th) and Adults. Don’t hesitate to contact Ms. Lily for more information at [email protected] or 713.475.4985.
¡Viva la Biblioteca! 💃
Thank you to everybody who joined us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the Fairmont Library. ✨
We had amazing performances by Mariachi Amor a Mexico & Fiesta Mexicana Folkloric Dancers. ❤️
Read more BOOOOOOOOOOOKS! 👻
Hello October, visit us this month for all the spooktacular events!
Visit our online calendar for more information. https://bit.ly/PPLTX_Calendar
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
Have a Halloween costume in good condition that you are not using? Donate it (through Friday please) for Saturday’s costume swap!
It’s Fall Y’all and what better way to celebrate than by making some cute decor? 🍂📚
Join us as we show you how to make a pumpkin from your old books. The craft hour is a first come, first served event while supplies last.
Get ready for Halloween and celebrate in an eco-friendly way with a new-to-you costume! 🎃
Bring in your gently used costume by THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3! You’ll get a ticket for each costume you bring.
Here is how it works:
👻 We’ll accept costumes for all ages and styles, from toddlers to adults. Please make sure all costumes are in good condition, and free of tears and stains.
👻 If you have a ticket, visit on Saturday, October 5 between 10 and 11 a.m. to pick out a costume for each ticket. Everyone is welcome to come between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to pick out a costume.
👻 Leftover costumes after the event will be donated to local charities.
Join us for this week’s programs at the Central and Fairmont Library!
Week of Monday, September 30, 2024.
📍 Central Library – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Fairmont Library – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
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¡Acompáñanos para los programas de esta semana en la Biblioteca Central y Fairmont!
Semana de Lunes, 30 de Septiembre del 2024
📍 Biblioteca Central – 1201 Jeff Ginn
📍 Biblioteca Fairmont – 4330 Fairmont Pkwy
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