The following free programs will take place in person at the Maud Marks Library, 1815 Westgreen in Katy during the month of September. Please call 832-927-7860 for further information.



Art Class for Kids with Frida Kahlo, ages K-12th grade

Express Children's Theatre presents An Art Class for Kids with Frida Kahlo, commissioned

by Rothko Chapel, on Friday, September 11, at 4:30 p.m. Through a fun, time-bending

adventure, the legendary artist Frida Kahlo travels from 1940’s Mexico to teach a creative art

class. Participants will learn about Frida's life and artistic style while creating their own self -

portraits using crayons and colored pencils.


Diamond Dots for Adults

Join us on September 14, at 6 p.m. as we mindlessly tap away with colored rhinestones

to make our groovy designed bookmarks sparkle. Registration is required for this event, and

seating is limited.


Game Day for Teens and Tweens

Youth grades 4 to 12 come play all the games at Maud Marks on Game Day. Tabletop games

and Switch games will be out and ready. Snacks are provided. Tuesday, September 15, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.


Laser Cutter Orientation

This orientation session on Friday, September 18, 4 to 6 p.m. will instruct participants on how

to use the laser cutter in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time

to use the laser cutters at HCPL branches and MakerCentral, at which time they will complete a

short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attendees will receive the Laser

Cutter and Dremel DigiLab LC40 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation. Registration is required and space is limited.


Pokémon Club

Grades 3 to 12, bring your binders and come play Pokémon. Game mats and a limited number of

gaming packs will be available. Parents must sign a permission slip to allow their children to

trade cards. Tuesday, September 22, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.


Book sale

The Friends of the Maud Marks Library will hold their November book sale on Saturday,

September 26, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. There is a large selection of hardback fiction and

nonfiction, as well as children’s books, paperbacks and other hidden gems. We will also be

hosting a Friends Members-Only preview on Friday, September 25, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. All

items sell for rock bottom prices.


3D Printer Orientation

This orientation session on Monday, September 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. will instruct participants on

how to use the 3D printer in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule

time to use the 3D printers at HCPL branches and MakerCentral, at which time they will

complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attendees will

receive the 3D Printer and Dremel DigiLab 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of

orientation. Registration is required and space is limited.


Spooky Recycle Crafts for Teens and Tweens

Teens and Tweens. it’s almost spooky season! Using paint, glue guns, and whatever random

recyclables we have on hand, let’s create totally unique Halloween decor! Tuesday, September

29, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.