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'Tis the season to embrace the joy of reading! Whether it's a single book, a
couple, or an entire stack, there's no better time to dive into the pages of
your favorite stories. We invite readers of all ages to join in the fun by
logging their reading milestones and earning exciting prizes along the way.

Together, our community is aiming for an ambitious goal: to read 10,000 books
between December 1 and December 31, 2024. A heartfelt thank you to the John P.
McGovern Foundation for their generous support in inspiring and encouraging
readers of all ages to celebrate the magic of books.

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may join the library free of charge with proof of residency. Non-residents can
purchase a temporary library card for $40/family, which is valid for 12 months.

In addition to our programs and events, you can enjoy computer access at all
locations, indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi, reserve study and meeting rooms, take home
tablets/laptops, and get activity kits for kids! Explore TECHLink, our
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THE NUTCRACKER COMES TO LIFE
Join us for Ballet Talks, a family-friendly interactive Nutcracker experience
presented by Houston Ballet! Dancers from Houston will demonstrate how to tell
stories without words using the art of dance, and guide attendees through the
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17
11:00am
Houston Ballet presents Ballet Talks
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Dec
19
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Houston Ballet presents Ballet Talks
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Dec
19
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19
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Winter Wonderland
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Conference Room |   51 attending
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