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Event List

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This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Special Youth Program - Shimmer Flute Choir "Critters & Trolls"

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades

Families and children are invited to join us for a special story time program with flautists! Two stories will be told with narration and music, presented by The Shimmer Flute Choir:

Three Crotchety Cats by Sonny Burnette

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Music, Performances
Description:

Families and children are invited to join us for a special story time program with flautists! Two stories will be told with narration and music, presented by The Shimmer Flute Choir:

Three Crotchety Cats by Sonny Burnette

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Chess Day at Cinco Ranch

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult

Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to practice their strategies while playing against others in a relaxed stress-free environment.  This is a drop-in opportunity to have fun and maybe learn a new chess move or two.  Since a

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to practice their strategies while playing against others in a relaxed stress-free environment.  This is a drop-in opportunity to have fun and maybe learn a new chess move or two.  Since a

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Prose Pros Writing Group

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Are you writing a book or manuscript?  We can provide you with a quiet space. Bring yourself, your laptop, and anything else you need for some quality time writing.  In the second half of this workshop, those interested will have th

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Are you writing a book or manuscript?  We can provide you with a quiet space. Bring yourself, your laptop, and anything else you need for some quality time writing.  In the second half of this workshop, those interested will have th

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Puzzlepalooza for teens

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult

***For teens in grades 9-12***

Groups of 4 teens can compete in speed puzzling. You can also work on puzzles leisurely with friends. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Description:

***For teens in grades 9-12***

Groups of 4 teens can compete in speed puzzling. You can also work on puzzles leisurely with friends. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Literary Lunch League Book Club - "What Alice Forgot" by Liane Moriarty

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Come join us for a discussion of our selection for this month, What Alice Forgot written by Liane Moriarty.  Registration is not required.  You may check out our selected book from the Circulation Desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Libr

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Come join us for a discussion of our selection for this month, What Alice Forgot written by Liane Moriarty.  Registration is not required.  You may check out our selected book from the Circulation Desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Libr

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Inside the Lines: a coloring club

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Relax, quiet your mind, and enjoy yourself at the Cinco Ranch coloring club for teens and adults. Have fun with the trend in relaxation and mindfulness. 

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Relax, quiet your mind, and enjoy yourself at the Cinco Ranch coloring club for teens and adults. Have fun with the trend in relaxation and mindfulness. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Plant Propagation

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Fort Bend County Master Gardener, Shelly Beck will be speaking at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library on Plant Propagation - the history; its methods to include seeds, air layering, division, water culture, stem cuttings.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Fort Bend County Master Gardener, Shelly Beck will be speaking at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library on Plant Propagation - the history; its methods to include seeds, air layering, division, water culture, stem cuttings.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

CRAFT: Visible Mending 101

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Bring your clothing items that needs to be mended and learn simple techniques in patching and darning.

Supplies are limited.

Registration is required. Register in person, online or by calling the library at 281-395-1311.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Bring your clothing items that needs to be mended and learn simple techniques in patching and darning.

Supplies are limited.

Registration is required. Register in person, online or by calling the library at 281-395-1311.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 2016.  This introductory class will focus on the basic features for creating a word document, saving it, and how to print it. 

Seating is limited, so registration is required. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 2016.  This introductory class will focus on the basic features for creating a word document, saving it, and how to print it. 

Seating is limited, so registration is required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

The Butler Did It Mystery Book Club - City Under One Roof by Iris Yamashito

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for our mystery book club where we will discuss the book City Under One Roof written by Iris Yamashito.  You may request this month's selection at the circulation desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Library.  Registration is not

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us for our mystery book club where we will discuss the book City Under One Roof written by Iris Yamashito.  You may request this month's selection at the circulation desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Library.  Registration is not

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Solve It: Break-In Bags for Teens

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult

Do you love puzzles, riddles, and codes? Love to try to solve any mystery that comes your way? We’ve got just the thing for you!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Description:

Do you love puzzles, riddles, and codes? Love to try to solve any mystery that comes your way? We’ve got just the thing for you!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Summer Film Series: Paddington in Peru 2024 (PG)

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Watch and find out when Paddington and the Brown family travel to Peru to find his beloved Aunt Lucy, whose mysterious disappearance may be linked to a legendary lost city.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Watch and find out when Paddington and the Brown family travel to Peru to find his beloved Aunt Lucy, whose mysterious disappearance may be linked to a legendary lost city.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

D&D One-Shot Session

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Step into a fantasy world of dungeons and dragons for the first time. Players can bring a character of their own or choose a pre-made character for a short one-shot campaign. Bring your own dice or play with a set of ours.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Step into a fantasy world of dungeons and dragons for the first time. Players can bring a character of their own or choose a pre-made character for a short one-shot campaign. Bring your own dice or play with a set of ours.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Chop Chop Club: Pudding Parfaits

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Age Group:
Young Adult

***For teens in grades 9-12***

The Chop Chop Club is a hands-on program that focuses on learning basic kitchen skills and basic nutrition while creating mostly no-bake recipes. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

***For teens in grades 9-12***

The Chop Chop Club is a hands-on program that focuses on learning basic kitchen skills and basic nutrition while creating mostly no-bake recipes. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Friday Afternoon Board Games

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Come and go as you please to play a variety of board games! This program meets the fourth Friday of the month in the Multipurpose Room. All ages are welcome, anyone under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Come and go as you please to play a variety of board games! This program meets the fourth Friday of the month in the Multipurpose Room. All ages are welcome, anyone under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Cinco Craft Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Whatever experience level you are at - from beginner to advanced - anyone who enjoys any type of crafting is welcome to attend.  These meetings are drop-in events where those attending bring their projects and their own crafting supplies.&nbs

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Whatever experience level you are at - from beginner to advanced - anyone who enjoys any type of crafting is welcome to attend.  These meetings are drop-in events where those attending bring their projects and their own crafting supplies.&nbs

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2016

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Are you comfortable with the basics of Microsoft Word 2016 and ready to learn more about the various functions and available tools? Learn how to make creative documents using the hundreds of templates available.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Are you comfortable with the basics of Microsoft Word 2016 and ready to learn more about the various functions and available tools? Learn how to make creative documents using the hundreds of templates available.

Libraries closed for Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open! You can access our: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digita...

Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Fair Day

All Day
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open! You can access our: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digita...

Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Veterans Day

All Day
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open! You can access our: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digita...

Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/30
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open! You can access our: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digita...

Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our: