Things to Do This Week in Big Bend National Park, TX

Dougherty Arts Center - Art In Cahoots

In 1 week · Fri, May 1, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Dougherty Arts Center · 1110 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX

Montrose Art Party

In 1 week · May 2 – May 4 · Art League Houston · 1953 Montrose Boulevard, Houston, TX

Co-chaired by Eleanor L. Williams and Tyler L. Hough, this year’s MARTY fundraiser blooms with the theme Flower Power — a vibrant, floral-inspired evening celebrating creativity, resilience, and community. Now in its 36th year, Art League Houston’s Healing Art Program provides free, ongoing...

Black Gap Wildlife Management Area

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Outdoor Space in Alpine, TX

Espresso y Poco Mas

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Coffee Cafe in Terlingua, TX

French Floral Beading

In 1 week · Sun, May 3, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · City of Allen · 305 Century Pkwy, Allen, TX

come create beautiful flowers with french beading, the art of shaping beads into lifelike flowers and botanical designs. using fine wire and centuries-old techniques, artisans can transform tiny beads into delicate petals, leaves, and stems that never fade.

BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration

In 1 week · May 2 – May 3 · BookSpring · 1807 W. Slaughter Lane, Austin, TX

Mystery Mixer: A Mystery/Thriller Book Club 2025-26

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Flower Mound Public Library · 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound, TX 75022, Flower Mound, TX

Sip tea, make friends, and discuss mysteries and thrillers with us! This mystery/thriller book club meets the first Wednesday of the month, except for October, when we will meet October 8th due to conflicts. Registration is requested but not required. ---- List of books for the 2025-26 season of...

Tween Spark Canvas Painting

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Aldine Branch Library · 11331 Airline Dr, Houston, TX · Ages 10–17

Pick up a brush and paint a mini masterpiece with us at Aldine! Comically small canvas and easel provided! Snacks will be provided. This program is best for 6 th -9 th graders

Books and Brews Book Club - Dundas

In 1 week · Mon, May 4, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

The Books and Brews Book Club meets on the first Monday of each month (excluding holidays) at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company, 65 Hatt St, Dundas. The May title is Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. Pick up the book at the Dundas Library .

Mayfest

In 1 week · Sun, May 3, 3:00 PM–4:00 AM UTC · Mayfest · Trinity Park, 2401 University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76107, Dallas, TX

Fort Worth's beloved four-day outdoor festival with live music, a carnival midway, 100+ food and craft vendors, and free children's activities along the Trinity River.

Craft & Chat

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Colleyville Public Library · 110 Main St, Colleyville, TX

Fam Day

In 1 week · May 2 – Jul 5 · Inspired Minds Art Center · 121 Main St, Buda, TX

Needlework Network

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 4:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Evelyn Meador Branch Library · 2400 North Meyer Avenue, Seabrook, TX

Calling all knitting, crocheting, embroidery and other needlecraft enthusiasts! Work on your projects in a welcoming environment as you mix and mingle with fellow enthusiasts in the area. All experience levels are welcome!

Write Here Write Now

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · City of Allen · 305 Century Pkwy, Allen, TX

wordsmiths of all levels and genres are welcome to join and hone your craft through writing exercises and discussions.

Silent Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Frisco Library · 8000 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX

Do you find it difficult to find time to read? Do you hate reading assigned books? Are you anxious in a traditional book club setting? If you answered yes to any of these, then check out Silent Book Club. A new type of book club, where there's no assigned reading and all readers are welcome....

Freeman Needlecrafters

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library · 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, TX

If you knit, crochet or do any other form of needlecraft please join us for the Freeman Needlecrafters. While attendees are happy to help others through the difficult parts of a project, this club is not intended as a class for instruction.

Pour Your Art Out

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · La Porte Branch Library · 600 South Broadway Street, La Porte, TX

Come and join us in person for 30 to 45 minutes of art exploration! Our "Pour Your Art Out" after school art time is free to attend and all materials will be provided. Art projects are age-appropriate for elementary school age children and their caregivers. We will announce art subjects at the...

Central Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Join a book club that meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Central Library, 55 York Blvd, Hamilton. The May book title is The Little Liar Mitch Albom.

Wednesday Wonders

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Maud Smith Marks Branch Library · 1815 Westgreen Boulevard, Katy, TX

Get ready to create, explore, and have fun! Join us each month for our Kids Craft & STEM Days , designed especially for children in kindergarten through 5th grade . Participants will enjoy hands-on craft activities that spark creativity, plus one exciting STEM program each month where kids can...

Knits & Knots

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Lone Star College-CyFair Library Branch Library · 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX · Ages 10–17

Occurrence: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month (unless otherwise noted) Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM & 5:00PM - 6:00 PM Ages: 10-15 years Description: Learn knitting, crochet, macramé, and embroidery basics! Additional Info: Start new projects or bring a current project to work on. You will have the...

Sewing Machine Orientation

In 1 week · Mon, May 4, 3:30 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Kingwood Branch Library · 4400 Bens View Lane, Kingwood, TX · Ages 13–16

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Singer Sewing Machine! This orientation session will introduce participants to sewing machine operation. Those who complete the class will be able to request time to use a sewing machine at HCPL branches. Attending this orientation is mandatory...

Valley Park Book Club

In 1 week · Mon, May 4, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

The Valley Park Book Club meets on the first Monday of each month at the Valley Park Branch, 970 Paramount Dr. The May title is Where the Falcon Flies by Adam Shoalts.

Cosplay Makerspace

In 1 week · Fri, May 1, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Frisco Library · 8000 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX

Join us as we explore basic sewing and mending techniques that be can used for designing cosplay. Supplies are limited. Any person needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability to access the benefits of the Library’s services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act..

FloMo Rocks!

In 1 week · Sat, May 2, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Flower Mound Public Library · 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound, TX 75022, Flower Mound, TX

Have you ever come across a hand-painted rock around town? If so, you've stumbled upon the worldwide phenomenon of painted rock hide-and-seek! Hiding painted rocks is a fun and easy way to spread happiness around the community. Come kickoff this new quarterly program with us and paint with others...

Hangin' with the Homies

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Baldwin Boettcher Branch Library · 22248 Aldine Westfield Road, Humble, TX · Ages 5–11

Join us for our weekly homeschool meet up, where kids can engage in STEAM activities such as building challenges, fiber art crafts, science experiments, process art, games, and more, all while having fun and socializing. Parents/caregivers are welcome to join each other in the library for an...

Explore Art at HPL - Still Life Sketching

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

This drop-in program invites participants to observe and sketch real-world objects and discover beauty in the everyday with simple tools like pencils, pens, or markers. Members will draw objects such as plants, cups, books, or fruit. Participants are encouraged to slow down and notice shape, shadow.