The Kevin Brady Library and Community Center opened Sept. 2 in The Woodlands’ Grogan’s Mill Village Center with a 1 p.m. ribbon cutting, expanded amenities, and immediate public programming.
On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, the Kevin Brady Library and Community Center officially opened its doors to the public.
At 1 p.m., the Montgomery County Memorial Library System held a ribbon-cutting ceremony, inviting residents to explore the new facility located at 2250 Buckthorne Place in The Woodlands’ Grogan’s Mill Village Center.
This combined space aims to cater to readers, families, and civic groups, featuring enhanced programming, modern meeting areas, and improved technology.
At the ceremony, attendees listened to speeches from Aaron Cox, president and CEO of The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce; Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner Rich Wheeler; Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough; and former U.S. Representative Kevin Brady, after whom the complex is named.
After the ceremonial ribbon cutting, the building welcomed visitors right away with a series of afternoon activities. Among these was a delightful children’s storytime, where Brady captivated young listeners with a reading of “House Mouse, Senate Mouse” by Peter Barnes.
The library wing unveils an array of features tailored for various age groups and purposes: a dedicated children’s area complete with an enclosed room for reading sessions and play; a separate young adult room crafted for teen study and collaborative work; reservable workrooms; and a 100-seat, theater-style classroom designed for classes, author talks, and presentations.
Imaginative artwork and charming wall coverings transform the library into a warm and welcoming environment for families.
A newly upgraded community center now features a state-of-the-art conference room, a boardroom, and several adaptable meeting spaces. Additionally, it boasts a versatile meeting hall that serves as a ballroom, accommodating daily senior meals, voting, community events, and organizational gatherings.
Several rooms pay tribute to influential community figures, featuring the Cathy Brady Ballroom and areas named after former state Senator Tommy Williams, the late Dr. Ed Robb, Nelda and Jim Blair, Julie Ambler, Judge Edie Connelly, and Bruce Cunningham.
State-of-the-art technology has enhanced both the library and community center, designed to facilitate presentations, distance learning, and hybrid meetings.
The library is open to the public from Monday to Thursday, operating from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, the hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
On Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the community will come together for a celebration sponsored by Howard Hughes. Attendees can look forward to a bounce house, a variety of food trucks, and a host of family-friendly activities.
