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Tomball's Weekend Bash: Parade, Markets & Live Music! 🎶🎄

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Check out what’s happening this week:

  • Tomball Holiday Parade

  • Paradigm Brewing Christmas Market

  • Elvis Tribute

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DON’T MISS!

TOMBALL HOLIDAY PARADE

Image curtesy of Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce

The Tomball Holiday Parade marks its 60th year with a theme that highlights Christmas traditions from different decades. Floats and marching groups will travel along Main Street with decorations that reflect their chosen era, creating a long stretch of color, music, and movement for spectators. Families often arrive early to find a comfortable spot, and the route offers plenty of room for chairs, strollers, and small groups. The event is free to attend and has a simple rhythm that appeals to all ages. For many locals, it serves as the start of the holiday season and gives the community a chance to gather before the December rush begins.

PARADIGM BREWING CHRISTMAS MARKET

Image curtesy of Paradigm Brewing

Paradigm Brewing is hosting a Christmas Market that turns the brewery grounds into a relaxed holiday setting for families and weekend shoppers. Santa will be available for short private photo sessions, giving parents an easy way to capture holiday card photos without long lines. The Grinch and Rudolph will visit throughout the day, which adds a playful tone for younger kids. Local vendors will fill the space with seasonal gifts, handmade items, and simple holiday finds. DJ Bobby will keep the atmosphere moving with classic Christmas music while guests enjoy seasonal brews and food from the taproom. It’s a steady, family-friendly event that works well for anyone looking to ease into the holiday season with a mix of photos, shopping, and time outdoors.

LONE STAR COLLEGE - TOMBALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY EVENTS FOR THE WEEK

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

NOVEMBER 19TH

Toddler Time | 9:30 AM
Join other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18 months through 3 years. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior, while supplies last. Participating children must have a ticket to attend Toddler Time. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Preschool Story Time | 10:30 AM 
Join other preschoolers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Preschool Story Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and a take-home craft to engage preschoolers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards kids ages 3-5 years. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior, while supplies last. Participating children must have a ticket to attend Preschool Story Time. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235

NOVEMBER 20TH

Preschool Story Time | 10:30 AM 
Join other preschoolers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Preschool Story Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and a take-home craft to engage preschoolers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards kids ages 3-5 years. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior, while supplies last. Participating children must have a ticket to attend Preschool Story Time. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235

NOVEMBER 24TH

Baby Bookworms | 9:30 AM
Join other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Baby Bookworms uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and playtime to engage babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards newborns through just walking. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Tiny Tots | 10:30 AM
Join other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Tiny Tots uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and playtime to engage babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards walkers through 18 months. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

NOVEMBER 25TH

Toddler Time | 10:30 AM
Join other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18 months through 3 years. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior, while supplies last. Participating children must have a ticket to attend Toddler Time. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

TEEN PROGRAMS

NOVEMBER 21ST

Native American Heritage Month: Natural Dyes | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Teen Space
Learn about the types of dyes that were (and still are) used by Native Americans to make textiles and get to dye your own fabric swatch! All supplies are provided, and registration is required on hcpl.net. This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email [email protected] for more information.

ADULT PROGRAMS

NOVEMBER 19TH

Digitization Station Orientation | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 2nd Floor Conference Room
This orientation session will introduce participants to the basics of converting their media to digital using the equipment in the Digitization Station at the LSC - Tomball Community Library. Attendance at this orientation is required for participants to then schedule future time using the equipment. Register online at hcpl.net. Email [email protected] for more information.

NOVEMBER 20TH

50+ Bus Trip | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
If you are 50+, join us for a fun-filled day provided in conjunction with Harris County Precinct 3 bus trip program! Always a good time, we visit area museums, local attractions and activities and sometimes do some shopping on these all-day trips.  Entry fees and lunch are dutch-treat. We usually return to the library around 5pm. For more details, visit hcpl.net/registration

Ongoing Weekly/Monthly

Sit & Stitch | Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crocheting, or any other needle arts? Then you should join our Sit and Stitch Group on Thursday mornings! Bring your projects to work on and visit with this awesome group!

American Mah-Jongg | Fridays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Community Engagement Area
Join us every Friday in the Community Engagement Area from 1PM-3PM to play American Mah-Jongg! This is not an instructional class, ‘open play’ only, but beginners and advanced players are welcome! Contact [email protected] for more information.

Lunch and Learn Genealogy | 2nd Friday, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | 2nd floor Conference Room
Participants bring their own lunch to enjoy while watching various genealogy how-to webinars presented by experts in the field. The topic will be decided by participants shortly prior to the start of the program. Email [email protected] for more details.

Digitization Station Orientation | 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2nd floor Conference Room
This orientation session will introduce participants to the basics of converting their media to digital using the equipment in the Digitization Station at the LSC - Tomball Community Library. Attendance at this orientation is required for participants to then schedule future time using the equipment. Register online at hcpl.net. Email [email protected] for more information.

Connections! Genealogy Book Club | 4th Wednesday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2nd floor Conference Room
Join us as we dive into DNA research with one hour of book discussion and one hour of hand-on computer time. Patrons will supply their own books. Details email [email protected].

Rootsquad | 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Meeting Room
Stay up to date on current family history industry news, hear research tips, learn from genealogy webinars and expert speakers, and share ways to improve research techniques. We also tell stories, share heirlooms and in general, enjoy talking about anything genealogy related together. Email [email protected] for more information.

BOOK CLUBS

NOVEMBER 20TH

Mystery Book Club | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Conference Room
Please join us in the Conference Room as we discuss the latest mysteries and thrillers! Email [email protected] for more information.

Innovation Lab Orientations

NOVEMBER 19TH

3D Printer Orientation | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Innovation Lab (L216)
This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer or Resin 3D Printer. This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and space is limited! Register online at hcpl.net.  Email [email protected] for more information.

*Want to attend the Innovation Lab Orientations and have a group of 4 or more? Contact [email protected] to learn more about small group lab workshops for 3D Printer, Cricut, or Laser Cutter.

UPCOMING EVENTS

🎤LIVE EVENTS AND MUSIC

WEDNSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH

🎤Elvis Tribute Show with Vince King | ⌚Doors 6:00 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

🎤Karaoke Night | ⌚07:00 PM - 10:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH

🎤Riders In The Sky | ⌚Doors 6:00 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

🎤Open Mic Night | ⌚07:00 PM - 10:00 PM |📍The Empty Glass

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST

🎤Willie and Waylon Tribute- Derek Spence and Mark Ward | ⌚Doors 6:00 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

🎤Live Music by Derek Smith | ⌚08:00 PM - 11:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND

🎤Open Mic Night at The thirsty Bee Meadery | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE | 📍Thirsty Bee Meadery

🎤Live Music By Andy Dover | ⌚08:00 PM - 11:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD

🎤Live Music | ⌚12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

🎤 Joe Pug | ⌚Doors 4:00 / Show 6:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH

🎤 Pearl Jam Tribute called Lemon Yellow Sun | ⌚Doors 6:00 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

TOMBALL COMMUNITY EVENTS

Wednesday, November 19TH

Fitness + | ⌚9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Basic Tap Class | ⌚2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Zumba | ⌚7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE (18+ Only) | 📍Tomball Community Center

Thursday, November 20TH

Bridge | ⌚12:00 PM - 3:30 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Friday, November 21ST

Fitness + | ⌚9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Beginner's Line Dancing | ⌚11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Line Dancing | ⌚1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | FREE (18+ Only) | 📍Tomball Community Center

Mahjong | ⌚9:00 PM - 12:00 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Saturday, November 22ND

🍅Tomball Farmers Market | ⌚9 AM - 1 PM | FREE | 📍205 W. Main Street

🖼️Tomball Art Market | ⌚9 AM - 1 PM | FREE | 📍403 Commerce Street

Tomball Holiday Parade | ⌚10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE | 📍Downtown Tomball

Sunday, November 23RD

Paradigm Brewing Christmas Market | ⌚11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 📍Paradigm Brewing

Monday, November 24TH

Fitness + | ⌚9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Bridge | ⌚12:00 PM - 3:30 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Zumba | ⌚7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE (18+ Only) | 📍Tomball Community Center

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