Houston Library Foundation
We are the advocacy and fundraising champions for the Houston Public Library System. 📚
Meet one of our Don Quixote Honorees!
At the centennial gala for the Julia Ideson Building of the public library on October 17, we will be honoring Guy Hagstette.
The face of Houston is quite literally different because of Guy. From Sesquicentennial Park to Discovery Green, the Kinder Land Bridges and the Buffalo Bayou, Guy has helped to shape the urban architectural landscape that defines Houston today.
Want to join us in celebrating Guy and the other Don Quixotes of Houston? Visit us at onecau.se/jib100
Meet one of our Don Quixote Honorees!
At the centennial gala for the Julia Ideson Building of the public library on October 17, we will be honoring Varsha Bajaj.
Children continue to be the lifeblood of the public library, and children's literature opens the doors of discovery, Varsha Bajaj, award-winning children's and teen author, is being honored for her contributions to inspiring discovery.
Want to join us in celebrating Varsha and the other Don Quixotes of Houston? Visit us at onecau.se/jib100
Meet one of our Don Quixote Honorees!
At the centennial gala for the Julia Ideson Building of the public library on October 17, we will be honoring Nacho Torras.
Entrepreneur, restaurateur, leader in the philanthropic community, Nacho Torras never sits still. Founder of Energy, of the award winning restaurants and , and of the Cup, Nacho Torras embodies the spirit of taking what you learn and putting it into action.
Want to join us in celebrating Nacho and the other Don Quixotes of Houston? Visit us at onecau.se/jib100
09/09/2026
Visit our Seed Libraries at HPL, now available at both the Park Place Regional Library and the Looscan Neighborhood Library! Learn more about the Seed Library here: https://ow.ly/CnuB50ZAYWN
09/07/2026
📚 **Happy Labor Day!** 🇺🇸
Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication that help our communities thrive. We’re grateful for everyone who works to make Houston a stronger, more connected community—and for the libraries that are there to support us every step of the way.
Here’s to a well-deserved day of rest, reflection, and maybe a good book! 📖❤️
09/03/2026
Houston Public Library Hits All the Right Notes With MYLink Card Campaign Your library card just got a major upgrade—and Houston Public Library is reminding residents that one free card can unlock books, movies, music, technology, learning tools and so much more
08/27/2026
📚 WE’RE BACK!!! 📚
After a summer break, the **Friends of the Houston Public Library Book Sale is back**—and we’re ready to help you stock up on great reads! 🎉📖
Join us for our September Book Sale at the Friends of the Houston Public Library Book Warehouse!
📍 6510 W. Little York Rd., Houston, TX 77040
🗓️ September 12, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–2 PM
Here’s what you’ll find:
📖 Adult Hardbacks — $3 each
📚 Adult Paperbacks — $2 each
🧸 Children’s & Young Adult Books — $1 each
🎬 DVDs — $1 each
🎵 CDs — $1 each
💿 Vinyl Records — $1 each
🎧 Audiobooks — $1 each
Whether you’re looking for your next great read, building your home library, or stocking up for the kids, **there’s something for everyone! ❤️
Come see us, browse the shelves, and find your next favorite book! 📚✨
08/25/2026
08/21/2026
📚💙 Yesterday, we celebrated the ribbon-cutting of five Little Libraries donated by the Houston Public Library Foundation to Houston Health Department WIC clinics across the city!
These Little Libraries, along with HPL’s new Newborn Library Card program, will help connect families with books and early literacy resources from the very beginning. Both programs are generously funded by Phillips 66. 📖✨
A special thank you to Council Member Tasha Jackson for presenting a proclamation recognizing HPLF, HPL, and Phillips 66 for this important partnership, and to the Houston Health Department for helping bring these resources to families across Houston!
08/17/2026
WE NEED YOUR VOTE!
Thanks to our partners at Aramco, the Houston Public Library Foundation is included in this year's "Houston Gives" program of the Houston Chronicle.
Every 1 vote equals $100 in free advertising with the Chronicle to help expand awareness of the work of the Houston Public Library.
All Library patrons, supporters, and lovers are welcome to vote each day to vote and support HPLF!
LINK: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/houstongives/ #/gallery
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