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City facilities will be closed in observance of the Christmas holidays. There will not be curbside collection of rubbish on these days. Service will resume on your next regular collection day following the holidays. Garbage should not be placed out for pick up earlier than 6 p.m. on the evening before the scheduled collection day. Thank you for your cooperation.

The Deer Park Volunteer Fire Department will continue its annual Santa Around Town tradition, December 12 through 15. On those nights from 6 to 9 p.m., they will visit Deer Park streets atop a decorated sleigh, beaming with lights and playing Christmas song favorites. As in previous years, a document describing the Santa Around Town routes will be available on the city's website at www.deerparktx.gov. In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather or an emergency in the city, the reschedule date will be Sunday, December 16, beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, check out our Facebook page, Deer Park Fire Department, as well as the City of Deer Park Facebook page, and the city's website at www.deerparktx.gov. All residents are encouraged to like the Deer Park Fire Department Facebook page for year-round updates, event information, and more.

Toddler Storytime is presented on Thursdays at 10:15 AM. Recommended for children up to 3 1/2 years old. Stories and activities during the 20-30 minute session are designed to encourage a love for books and language, increase attention span and develop basic social skills. Parents/Caregivers are required to stay with the toddler and encourage them to participate in the program.

Preschool Storytime is recommended for children 3 1/2 - 6 years old. Children listen to stories, and participate in group activities. Storytime sessions take about 30-40 minutes.

Join us for a movie and snacks! The movies will be rated PG or PG-13. Contact the library for movie titles and suggested age ratings.

Learn the basics of how to DIY screen-print a design on a t-shirt. This will be a two-part program where you will first work on your design and then get the opportunity to put it into action! Registration is required for this program and will begin on November 5th. Contact the Library for more information.

Become familiar with Excel 2016 and learn how to create and edit basic spreadsheets, and use simple formulas and functions. PREREQUISITES: Basic computer skills (mouse & keyboard) and basic knowledge of personal computers. Familiarity with Microsoft Word is helpful. Space is limited so registration is required. Register by phone or in person.

Please join us for a Featured Friday Series Event: From Tudors to Windsors (Looking at the History of British Royal Portraiture), presented by Rachel Harmeyer (Rice University). This Featured Friday Series Event is free and everyone is welcome! Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Deer Park Public Library.

This free class is offered at the library for those with some or no previous knowledge. Learn at your own pace. Attend at your own convenience. Initial materials provided. Ages 8 and up! Registration is not required.

Storytime for infants (0-2 years old) features songs, nursery rhymes, socialization opportunities, and so much more! Parents and caregivers are required to stay with the child to help them participate.

This free teen event is a great place to play video games, board games, enjoy snacks, and hang out with friends. No fee or registration required. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Deer Park Public Library.

The Fall Storytime session ends with a combined Winter Holiday Storytime for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our friend from the North Pole will be stopping by so don't forget your camera! Winter Storytime Session will be as follows beginning January 9th ... Infant Lapsit - Wednesdays @ 10:15 am (ages 0-2) Toddlers - Thursdays @ 10:15 am (ages 2 - 3 1/2) Preschool - Thursdays @ 11:00 am (ages 3 1/2 - 6)

Join us for a movie and snacks! The movies will be rated PG or PG-13. Contact the library for movie titles and suggested age ratings.

Join us for a movie and snacks! The movies will be rated PG or PG-13. Contact the library for movie titles and suggested age ratings.

You don't need a reason to party, but we will give you one! Join us for fun and games at the Community Center Game room! Our monthly game room parties have been a huge hit and if you haven't joined us you're missing out. You have nothing to lose these parties are full of FUN AND FREE for all ages

There is no school for DPISD on Monday, October 8 but we have you covered with a trip to Old McDonald's Farm! There is tons to do from a petting zoo. to a train ride and pony ride as well as a playground. a huge haystack. sand pile to play in and each child will get a pumpkin.

Enjoy a night out with your family while you create a beautiful masterpiece you can take home at the end of class. No painting experience necessary with the step by step instruction. Parents of young children are asked to stay to assist.

Bring the family to this free event at the Deer Park Police Station for warm cocoa and cookies. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be here, too!