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Spring Break 2026
The Huntsville Public Library has an exciting week planned for families who have the week of March 9 -13 off for Spring Break! All events are free and open to all ages.
Registration is NOT required for any of the events
Monday, March 9- Audubon Society “Bird Talk”
Join us for an Avian Adventure into the world of birds. Meet multiple live birds as you learn and discover the natural history of a variety of birds, their importance in the food web, habitat needs, conservation status, and much more. From eagles to hummingbirds this program will get you soaring. The Huntsville Audubon Society is hosting this bird show for all ages on Monday, March 9, at 1:00 pm.
Tuesday, March 10- Steel Drum Concert
Escape to the islands with the unique sound of the Steel Pans! Join us on Tuesday, March 10, at 5:30 pm to enjoy the talent of Charlie Duhon, Pannist, “the most popular steel drum musician in north Texas”. He will be bringing unique "cruise ship style" entertainment to the Library! Charlie will also share history, culture, and unique information about these rare and beautiful sounding instruments. Thank you to Huntsville Public Library Friends, Inc. for sponsoring this event!
Wednesday, March 11- Family Movie “Zootopia 2”
Movie lovers of all ages are invited to enjoy viewing the new animated film, “Zootopia 2” at 11:30 am. This family comedy is 1 hour and 50 minutes, and rated PG. Popcorn and drinks included!
Wednesday, March 11 - Chess Tournament
The Huntsville Public Library will be hosting a chess tournament on Wednesday, March 11, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, minimum player age of 7! Registration will be from 3:30 - 3:50 pm on the day of the event. The tournament bracket will be organized by age groups ‘Under 18’ and ‘Over 18’. Volunteers will direct tournament play and keep the bracket updated. Chess Club meetings leading up to the tournament will focus on chess etiquette and tournament rules based on USCF standards. Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age group. Refreshments and gifts will be shared with all.
Thursday, March 12 - Mr. Leo Puppet Show
Mr. Leo creates an unforgettable, playful, and imaginative puppet adventure that is fully engaging and interactive for all ages. During Mr. Leo’s variety show, he will have puppets of all sizes, marionettes, music and dancing, singing, and magic tricks! No registration is required, and the whole family is invited to enjoy the show on Thursday, March 12, at 11:00 am! Thank you to Huntsville Public Library Friends, Inc. for sponsoring this event!
Thursday, March 12 - Tween/Teen Makerspace Engineering Kits
Tweens and teens ages 11-17 are invited to come build the brand new S.T.E.M. kits from the Innovation Station- Makerspace! Building kit topics include: architecture, physics laws, paleontology, and more! We will build from 3:00 – 5:00 pm, on Thursday March 12th.
Friday, March 13- Luau Party
Aloha! You are invited to celebrate Spring Break with us at our “Luau at the Library” from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. We will have an indoor bouncy house, professional face painter, both salty and sweet snacks, photo booth, and lots of Luau party games! Come enjoy this free family event and wear your tropical clothes! A huge thank you to the Friends of the Huntsville Public Library for their generous sponsorship support. Mahalo and see you there!
Chess Club
Join all ages & levels of experience for a game of strategy and problem solving. The Chess Club meets every Wednesday evening from 4:00-6:00 pm in the Staggs Community Room. You're invited to learn and master the art of chess. Chess sets are provided, but feel free to bring your own! No registration necessary.
Teen Thursdays
Every Thursday, teens ages 13–17 are invited to hang out at the Library for a program just for them! Each week brings something new — fun themed activities with snacks and a chance to meet new friends. All supplies are provided, and no registration is needed to join the fun!
- Feb 19 – “exCITEd” S.T.E.M. with SHSU, Ages 8+, 5:00 - 6:30 pm*
- Topic: Robotics- Machines That Work
- Sponsored by the SHSU Center for Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship.
- Feb 26— Video Games = XBOX & Nintendo Switch, 5:00 - 6:30 pm*
- Tweens and teens ages 11-17 are invited to come game together!
Artist Trading Cards
An Artist Trading Card (ATC) is a small, unique, work of art, measuring only 2.5 by 3.5 inches in size! ATCs are a collaborative art form where artists exchange miniature pieces of art with one another. Any materials, subjects, age, and skill level are accepted in ATC swaps! Our library will provide all the necessary art materials and pre-cut cards for the patrons attending, but you are allowed to bring your own supplies if desired. The swaps will take place in person AND between pen-pals across the country! Artists aged 8-80+ are invited to participate; no registration required! We will meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month from 10:30 am -12:30 pm in the Staggs Community Room. This month’s event will be on Thursday, February 19.
Join us on Thursday, February 19, from 5:00 - 6:30 pm; no registration required.
Homeschool Hub
Homeschool Hub will meet from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm in the Staggs Community Room, on the second Tuesday of every month. March’s meeting will be on Tuesday, March 10.
March’s Hub activity will be a game of family trivia! Snacks and prizes will be shared witheveryone! We will enjoy good natured competitiveness, earning points with your family usingall the random knowledge in your brain! Categories: Animals around the World, Food Fun,Storybooks, Science Experiments, World Geography, and The Arts.
Homeschool Hub is designed to bring homeschooling families together for creative, educational, and fun activities. For all ages, each session encourages whole-family participation, blending structured activities with unstructured play. The library provides lending materials, educational materials, and a meeting space for support. Learn about library resources, participate in STEM lessons, and build a sense of community amongst families through the events and activities.
The remaining dates for the Spring 2026 Hub semester are: 3/10, 4/14, and 5/12
All co-ops and independent homeschoolers are invited! For more information, contact Outreach and Program Coordinator Amanda Sturdivant at 936-291-5481.
Community Puzzle Swap
Don't know what to do with your completed jigsaw puzzles? Want to enjoy a new puzzle design, but save money? Give a puzzle, get a puzzle in exchange, at our Community Puzzle Swap! Join us for a Puzzle Swap on Saturday, March 14, from 11:00 am -1:00 pm in the Staggs Community Room. This come and go free event is open to the public to swap a minimum of 1 of their gently used puzzles for 1 new to you puzzle! All puzzles must be in good condition, have a maximum of 3 missing pieces and labeled, and be in a sealed container with an image of the finished design. Puzzles can be for any age, and any count amount. Bring a friend and share the joy of puzzling!
Artist Trading Cards
An Artist Trading Card (ATC) is a small, unique, work of art, measuring only 2.5 by 3.5 inches in size! ATCs are a collaborative art form where artists exchange miniature pieces of art with one another. Any materials, subjects, age, and skill level are accepted in ATC swaps! Our library will provide all the necessary art materials and pre-cut cards for the patrons attending, but you are allowed to bring your own supplies if desired. The swaps will take place in person AND between pen-pals across the country! Artists aged 8-80+ are invited to participate; no registration required! We will meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month from 10:30 am -12:30 pm in the Staggs Community Room. This month’s event will be on Thursday, March 19.
Teen Thursdays
Every Thursday, teens ages 13–17 are invited to hang out at the Library for a program just for them! Each week brings something new — fun themed activities with snacks and a chance to meet new friends. All supplies are provided, and no registration is needed to join the fun!
- March 5—Manga and Anime Club
- For this month’s event, we will eat ramen andmake Origami and Bookmarks.
- Celebrate manga and graphic novels with our new Teen Anime and Manga Club. This program is open to all teens looking to discuss their favorite manga and anime, share recommendations, and discover new favorites!
- March 12—Tween/Teen Makerspace Engineering Kits,3:00- 5:00 pm*
- Tweens and teens ages 11-17 are invited to buildS.T.E.M. kitstogether(architecture, physics laws, paleontology, and more!)!
- March19—“exCITEd” S.T.E.M. with SHSU, Ages 8+, 5:00 - 6:30 pm*
- Topic:Digital Twins-Industrial Uses of Gaming
- Sponsored by the SHSU Center for Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship.
- March26— Video GameTournament , 5:00 - 6:30 pm*
- Nickelodeon Kart Racers” onNintendo Switch
- Tweens and teens ages 11-17 are invited tocome gametogether!
- There will be 2 Switch stations with 4 players each, playing in abracket-styletournament. Winners of each round will advance to the next round, playing until we have a top winner!