Photograph of a crowd of children seated on the floor of the Helen Hall Library, awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus. An adult is seated on a chair in the background near the bookshelves.

Photograph of an individual dressed as Santa Claus, visiting children at the Helen Hall Library. The children surround him on either side as parents look on in the background.

Photograph of a group of women serving green-colored punch on play night at the League City Civic Center.

Photograph of a group of four children performing in a play on stage at the League City Civic Center. They are each wearing athletic-style t-shirts and jeans. A cardboard box acts as a table; on top of it are various bottles of condiments. At center stage is a tall, black structure.

Photograph of four children performing on stage in a play at the League City Civic Center. The set includes black, walled structure at center stage and a table and a chair in which one of the cast members is seated. The three other children are standing and facing each other.

Photograph of three children performing on stage in a play at the League City Civic Center. The set includes a black, walled structure at center stage and a table, around which the cast members are positioned.

Photograph of two children performing on stage in a play at the League City Civic Center. The set includes a table and a black, walled structure at the center of the stage.

Photograph of three children performing on stage in a play at the League City Civic Center. The set includes a cardboard box on top of which are various bottles of condiments. A large, black, walled structure is visible on stage behind them.

Photograph of two children performing on stage in a play at the League City Civic Center. The set includes a table and a cardboard box on top of which are various bottles of condiments. A large, black, walled structure is visible on stage behind them.

Photograph of five children performing in a play at the League City Civic Center. Four of them are standing off stage while one leans over from the stage. One of the cast members is holding a shrub while conversing with the others.

Photograph of eight children performing in a play at the League City Civic Center. Seven of them are standing off stage while one remains on the stage. One of the cast members is holding a shrub while conversing with the others.

Photograph of children at curtain call after performing in a play at the League City Civic Center. They are lined up on stage. The child at the center extends his hand to initiate the joining of hands for the final bow.

Photograph of a group of performers in a play lined up for curtain call. They are all holding hands; the individual on the far right is mid-bow. Behind them is a large, black, walled structure.

Photograph of the overcrowded interior of the Helen Hall Library. A desk, numerous book carts, study tables, card catalogs, and bookshelves all share a minimal amount of space. According to accompanying information, this was one of the issues that led to a government bond that resulted in the building's expansion.

Photograph of the overcrowded interior of the Helen Hall Library when it was still known as League City Public Library. A desk, numerous book carts, study tables, card catalogs, and bookshelves all share a minimal amount of space. According to accompanying information, this was one of the issues that led to a government bond that resulted in the building's expansion.

Photograph of a bookshelf at Helen Hall Library that is overflowing with books. According to accompanying information, this was one of the issues that led to the government bond that resulted in a building expansion.

Photograph of a bookshelf that is overflowing with books at Helen Hall Library when it was still known as League City Public Library. According to accompanying information, this was one of the issues that led to the government bond that resulted in a building expansion.

Photograph of numerous bookshelves that are overflowing with books at Helen Hall Library when it was still known as League City Public Library. According to accompanying information, this was one of the issues that led to the government bond that resulted in a building expansion.

Photograph of the groundbreaking ceremony in regards to the subsequent reconstruction of the Helen Hall Library, which is partially visible in the background. Six people, including three councilmen and one councilwoman, are participating with ceremonial golden shovels.

Photograph of three staff members at the Helen Hall Library circulation desk wearing their Halloween costumes, complete with make-up. Halloween decorations are visible behind them on the wall and hanging from the ceiling.

Photograph of the site where the Helen Hall Library is being reconstructed. The foundation and the unique sections of the floor plan have been established.

Photograph of the site where the Helen Hall Library is being reconstructed. The foundation of the building has been cemented; a few plumbing fixtures have also been set in place.

Photograph of the construction site of the Helen Hall Library building addition. The foundation has been established and cemented. Part of the existing building's exterior has been stripped.

Photograph of the construction site of the Helen Hall Library building addition. The foundation has been established and cemented; areas of the floor plan have begun to be distinguished. Part of the existing building's exterior has been stripped.