Calendar

Monthly LEPC Meeting

Beginner Spanish

The Beginner Spanish class - Fall Session begins on September 13th and runs through October 18th. The class meets In-Person every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. For additional practice, use the Library's Rosetta Stone program. You can find this program at www.deerparktx.gov/library -- hover over Research and find Rosetta Stone under the Online Courses. For more information or to register for the class, call 281-478-7208 or email library@deerparktx.org.

Toddler Storytime

Stories and activities are designed to encourage a love for books and language, increase attention spans and develop basic social skills. Parents/caregivers are required to stay with the toddler and encourage them to participate in the program.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime is recommended for children 3 1/2 - 6 years old. Storytime incorporates books, fingerplays, songs, and activities to promote interest in reading and lifelong learning. Children listen to stories and participate in group activities.

Teen Game Day

Gamers welcome! Every first and third Thursday of the month teens are urged to stop by enjoy some snacks, and play some games! All 12 to 18 year olds currently enrolled in school are invited to hang out and play Cards Against Humanity: Family Edition, One Night Werewolf and more! Participants have the option to bring their own age appropriate games to share. Games can not have higher than a T for teen rating. Call us at 281-478-7208 ahead of time to approve the title. The meeting room will be open from 4 PM - 6 PM for any students interested in joining in on the fun!

Microsoft Word: Long Documents

Gain practical experience while learning intermediate skills such as styles, headers, footers, etc. PREREQUISITE: Basic Microsoft Word knowledge is required. Space is limited. Registration is required and limited to two classes per individual. Register by phone or in person.

Mysteries & More Book Club

Mysteries & More book club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 4:00 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room. We will be picking future titles for the book group at upcoming meetings. If you have a title that you think would make a great discussion book, bring it to our next meeting. Check the library's website at www.deerparktx.org/library or call at 281-478-7208 for more information.

Beginner Spanish

The Beginner Spanish class - Fall Session begins on September 13th and runs through October 18th. The class meets In-Person every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. For additional practice, use the Library's Rosetta Stone program. You can find this program at www.deerparktx.gov/library -- hover over Research and find Rosetta Stone under the Online Courses. For more information or to register for the class, call 281-478-7208 or email library@deerparktx.org.

CreativiTeen Time: Mini Pumpkin Painting

Completed pumpkins will be exhibited in our Lobby Display case. After the exhibit has finished, all pumpkins will be returned to their artist. No registration is required. During the first Wednesday of the month, teens have the opportunity to express their creativity through a variety of projects. Activities may include painting, sculpting, and other crafts! There is no fee involved and any 12-18 year olds still in high school is eligible to sign up! Details for the project of the month will be available on our Facebook page two weeks before each program. Some programs may require preregistration. To register you may email us at youthlibrarian@deerparktx.org (be sure to include the teen's name, age and phone number for reminders) or call us at 281-478-7208 to sign up.

Toddler Storytime

Stories and activities are designed to encourage a love for books and language, increase attention spans and develop basic social skills. Parents/caregivers are required to stay with the toddler and encourage them to participate in the program.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime is recommended for children 3 1/2 - 6 years old. Storytime incorporates books, fingerplays, songs, and activities to promote interest in reading and lifelong learning. Children listen to stories and participate in group activities.

Microsoft Excel: Basics

Become familiar with Excel 2016 and learn how to create and edit basic spreadsheets. PREREQUISITE: Basic computer skills. Space is limited. Registration is required and limited to two classes per individual. Register by phone or in person.

Featured Friday: Texas Chronicles - Halloween Spectacular

You won't want to miss this haunting event! Join us for Featured Friday as Joe Perez (Deer Park's own Nine-time Emmy Award-winning Director) shows off some local haunts and spooky nearby historical sites to celebrate the season. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.

Adult Chat and Color

Do you enjoy coloring? We invite you to stop by the Deer Park Public Library and join us. We will have a selection of coloring pages to choose from! This program occurs on Saturday, October 14th between 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM for anyone over 18! Enjoy light refreshments and calming music while you color.

All Ages Chat & Color

Does your family enjoy coloring? We invite you to stop by the Deer Park Public Library and join us. We will have a selection of coloring pages to choose from! This program occurs on Saturday, October 14th between 3:00-5:00 PM. Families are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy light refreshments and calming music while you color.

Afternoon Tea for Two

Afternoon Tea is back at the Library - this time it's a 'Tea for Two'! Limit of one child per adult signing up. There will be hot tea and a variety of savory and sweet snacks. Registration required and opens October 1.

Beginner Spanish

The Beginner Spanish class - Fall Session begins on September 13th and runs through October 18th. The class meets In-Person every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. For additional practice, use the Library's Rosetta Stone program. You can find this program at www.deerparktx.gov/library -- hover over Research and find Rosetta Stone under the Online Courses. For more information or to register for the class, call 281-478-7208 or email library@deerparktx.org.

Toddler Storytime

Stories and activities are designed to encourage a love for books and language, increase attention spans and develop basic social skills. Parents/caregivers are required to stay with the toddler and encourage them to participate in the program.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime is recommended for children 3 1/2 - 6 years old. Storytime incorporates books, fingerplays, songs, and activities to promote interest in reading and lifelong learning. Children listen to stories and participate in group activities.

Teen Game Day

Gamers welcome! Every first and third Thursday of the month teens are urged to stop by enjoy some snacks, and play some games! All 12 to 18 year olds currently enrolled in school are invited to hang out and play Cards Against Humanity: Family Edition, One Night Werewolf and more! Participants have the option to bring their own age appropriate games to share. Games can not have higher than a T for teen rating. Call us at 281-478-7208 ahead of time to approve the title. The meeting room will be open from 4 PM - 6 PM for any students interested in joining in on the fun!

Kids Craft: Pool Noodle Monsters

It's getting spooky at DPPL! Join us in person to create a 'Pool Noodle Monsters' craft OR pick up a take-and-make kit from our circulation desk starting October 20. This program is presented for children 5-11 years old and all materials are provided free of cost. Registration is not required.

Holiday Storytime

This combined ages special storytime will include songs, stories and a craft! Costumes are encouraged and there will be goody bags for the little ones.

HallowTeen 2023: Beetlejuice!

It's showtime! Prepare to experience this classic movie in a new and exciting way. There will be a craft where teens can create their own personal "Ghost in a Bottle" before the film. Registration begins October 1.

Microsoft Excel: Formatting, Sort & Filter

Learn how to format, sort and filter using Microsoft Excel. PREREQUISITE: Microsoft Excel basics class, or basic Excel knowledge is required. Space is limited. Registration is required. Register by phone or in person.

Tween Halloween

Tweens (7-11 year olds) are welcome to join us for 'Tween Halloween'! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and more! Costumes are encouraged. Registration required. Sign-up begins October 16. To register, call 281-478-7208 or email youthlibrarian@deerparktx.org.

Pre-K Play

This is a free open space play time for preschoolers. Come out to the Avon Center where we have riding toys, mats, tunnels, balls and more! Kids can come and run wild with parent supervision.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Pre-K Play

This is a free open space play time for preschoolers. Come out to the Avon Center where we have riding toys, mats, tunnels, balls and more! Kids can come and run wild with parent supervision.

Maxwell: Kemah RocktoberFest

Come join Maxwell on a trip to Kemah's RocktoberFest! Enjoy awesome free rock concerts and spend some time relaxing with us! There will also be a Fall Beer Fest that you may enjoy that allows you to sample over 50 hand-crafted beers; price not included. Please arrive at the Maxwell Adult Center by 11:45AM.

Movie in the Park

Ghostbusters: Afterlife rated PG-13

Wild Child

Want some peace and quiet while the kids are out of school? Sign them up for Wild Child! They will be busy with crafts, outdoor activities, and making friends. Just send them with two snacks, a refillable water bottle, and a lunch. Sit back and enjoy a peaceful day.

Wild Teen

Now that the little ones are signed up for Wild Child, what to do about your teen? Don’t worry we got you. Sign them up for our Wild Teen as we take them fishing at one of many State Parks. We will provide the rods and bait, just send them with a sack lunch and a refillable water bottle.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Fun in the Yard

Come join us at the Adult Sports Complex for some fun yard games. From Benji Ball to Cornhole. This is a free family event.

Art in the Park

What better way to relax than to come to our beautiful Dow Park and paint with us. We will provide the supplies and you only need to bring your imagination. This is a free event but registration is required.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Maxwell: Crafting with Shirley Martin

Come create a Thanksgiving themed Door Hanger with Shirley Martin, an etsy crafter who makes various crafts year-round. All materials will be provided to make the 15” door decoration. Space for this event is limited to 20 participants so sign up quickly!

Maxwell: Brunch and Bowling

Following Brunch at Pelican Breakfast and Lunch, price not included, we will head to have a great time at Armadilla Lanes in Pasadena! Price for this event includes two games of bowling. Must wear running/athletic shoes to avoid an additional fee. Please arrive at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center by 9:45AM.

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Maxwell: Seniors Gone Wild

Join Maxwell after hours as we go to the Lighthouse Fair Bar in Kemah, Texas. Lighthouse Fair Bar has outdoor seating with fun games like cornhole, and a selection of food items to purchase. The bar is walking distance to fun shops on the Kemah Strip! Please arrive at 1:30 PM.

Teen Social

This social is an evening just for teens to come together, play games and mingle by the fire. This is a free event but registration is required.

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Maxwell Adult Center - Pumpkin Decorate

DPISD has a Teacher In service day, so join us at the Maxwell Adult Center and bring your grandkids to our pumpkin painting event! We will be decorating pumpkins to prepare for Halloween! We will supply all materials needed for this activity.

Roscoe Archery

No school, so why not come out and have some fun with Archery. We will go over safety and the basics of how to shoot. Please bring a refillable water bottle and two snacks. We will provide pizza for lunch.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Fun Frenzy at the Park

Meet us at the large pavilion in Dow Park where we will have card games, board games, arts and crafts and much more!

Mindful Minutes

Join us for a series of conversations. This program is designed to promote emotional well-being while enhancing the quality of life. Mindful Minutes strives to raise awareness and allow for an open dialogue for all participants.

Maxwell: Halloween Tie-Dye Class

It's spooky season! Join us for a fun class creating a Halloween-themed tie-dye shirt. We will provide all the dye and supplies needed, but we will not be providing the shirts. On the day of the class, please bring a white 100% cotton shirt you would like to dye! There is a $5 registration fee to participate. We do ask that you please register with Maxwell staff in advance, so we know the number of supplies to purchase before the class. We will be having a 20-person limit. Please register by calling the Maxwell Adult Center by October 12, 2023.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Maxwell: Buffalo Soldiers National Museum & Track Yard

Let’s go to Lunch and a Museum! Truck Yard is a Bar Garden with live music, food trucks, and a huge backyard! Following lunch, price not included, we will head to the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum to view the history and achievements of Buffalo Soldiers from all branches of the U.S. Military. Price of food and extra activities are not included. Please arrive at the Jimmy Burke Activity by 11:30AM.

Fun Frenzy at the Park

Meet us at the large pavilion in Dow Park where we will have card games, board games, arts and crafts and much more!

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Canvas and Chill

Canvas & Chill is a setting for families to enjoy a night out together. We invite you to paint the evening away. Bring your snacks and receive step-by-step instruction available for twelve painters. No painting experience is required and we will provide all materials. You may bring an apron or old shirt to protect clothing if desired. We recommend that those under 8 have an adult to assist. September: Witches Pot

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Pumpkin Hunt

Come join us at the Adult Sports complex to see if you can hunt pumpkins! Pumpkins will be placed in a field to test your archery skills.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Pumpkin Decorating

Put your artistic skills to the test and decorate a pumpkin with our staff. One pumpkin per participant will be provided with paint and supplies.

Maxwell: Naskila Casino Day Trip

Join us as we travel to Naskila, the casino that has Texas-sized jackpots, just North of Houston in Livingston, Texas! We will enjoy lunch at one of the two restaurants they have to offer; price of lunch not included. Please arrive at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center by 8:45AM.

Maxwell: Foodie Friday

Calling all Foodies! We will be hosting a class to teach you how to make a sweet or savory item to take home on one Friday of every month! All supplies are included. We will be walking you step-by-step on how to make food. We will also have light refreshments during class. There is a $10 fee for each of the classes. October - Tuna Puffs

Maxwell: Halloween social

Join us for a frightfully fun Halloween party.

Maxwell: Step Afrika!: Drumfolk Day Trip

Take a trip to Performing Arts Houston to see Step Afrika: Drumfolk! This powerful show explores a little-known event in American history that led to some of our country's most distinctive performance traditions. We will stop for dinner at Schlotzsky's, price not included, before heading to Step Afrika! Please arrive at the Maxwell Adult Center by 4:15 PM.

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Maxwell: All Hallow's Eve Texas Renaissance Festival

Experience an outing like no other as we explore an authentically recreated 16th Century Village. There will be over 400 crafts, shops, and food surrounded by hundreds of costumed characters. Please arrive at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center by 8:45AM.

Halloween Carnival

Art Park Players presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s a riotous explosion of comedy!

Maxwell: Candlelight Houston

Concerts by candlelight offer a multi-sensory musical experience, unlike anything Houston has ever seen! Under the gentle glow of candlelight, discover Halloween-inspired music at The Bell Tower on 34th featuring classics such as Thriller, Dance Macabre, and the Funeral March. Before this spooktacular event, we will head to Gabby's BBQ in Garden Oaks Center for dinner. The price of dinner is not included. Please arrive at the Maxwell Adult Center by 3:45 PM.

Maxwell: Railroad Museum Galveston Day Trip

Join us at the Railroad Museum with over five acres of rolling stock including locomotives, passenger cars, freight cars, and cabooses. The fully restored 1932 depot has a gift shop, interactive displays, and People’s Gallery Statues. We will explore the museum, then stroll through The Strand for lunch and to visit the fun shops! Train tickets are not included and can be purchased for $8 at the museum. Please arrive at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center by 8:30AM.

Open Play Gym @ DPISD North Campus

Beginning September 11, DPPARD will be having open gym basketball play on Monday and Wednesdays at the Deer Park High School North Campus Boys Gym located at 402 Ivy Ave (behind the school by the stadium). Participants will need to bring their own ball. No food or drink allow in facility. Mondays and Wednesdays DPHS- North Boys Gym 6pm – 8pm September 11 – December 20

Spooky Night Hike

Want to enjoy a night hike and hear about Roscoe's Spooky Adventure at the amazing Deer Park Nature Preserve? Along the trail, you will assemble his adventure and hopefully see the native wildlife. Feel free to dress in your Halloween costumes as well.

National Night Out 2023

Prescription Drug Take Back

Back the Blue 5k Fun Run and BBQ Festival

Join us for food, fun, silent auction items, kid zone, BBQ Cook-off, vendors, and more.