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Event List

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This event is in the "Adult" group

Family-History Research: Using and Finding Historic Newspapers for Genealogy

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult

We will cover the varioius types of information that can be found in newspapers and how they can fill in the gaps in your family history. We will also discuss how to find and access old newspapers both online and offline.

Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

We will cover the varioius types of information that can be found in newspapers and how they can fill in the gaps in your family history. We will also discuss how to find and access old newspapers both online and offline.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Story Time: Birthdays

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Family Story Time: A Dash of Spanish

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Children's Game Day

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

Get ready for a fun-filled Game Day at the library! Kids of all ages can enjoy a variety of board games, card games and exciting activities. From classic favorites to new challenges, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! 

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Games
Description:

Get ready for a fun-filled Game Day at the library! Kids of all ages can enjoy a variety of board games, card games and exciting activities. From classic favorites to new challenges, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! 

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Tech Explorers: Structural Engineering

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, Games
Age Group:
Elementary

Children in grades K-3 are invited to an intro to structural engineering as we make earthquake-proof buildings.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Computer Classes, Games
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades K-3 are invited to an intro to structural engineering as we make earthquake-proof buildings.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Family Story Time - Apples

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Family Story Time: Todd Parr Day

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant

A multisensory program featuring songs, simple sign language, finger plays and soothing lullabies for parents and caregivers of young babies. Recommended for infants from birth to 12 months of age, non-walkers.

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

A multisensory program featuring songs, simple sign language, finger plays and soothing lullabies for parents and caregivers of young babies. Recommended for infants from birth to 12 months of age, non-walkers.

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time Story Time: Birthdays

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: A Dash of Spanish

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Story Time

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for preschool children aged 3-6. Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for preschool children aged 3-6. Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Break Book Club

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Please join us for a discussion of A Turtle House by Amanda Churchill. Copies are available at the Reference Desk. No registration required.

 

 

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Please join us for a discussion of A Turtle House by Amanda Churchill. Copies are available at the Reference Desk. No registration required.

 

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level are invited to join us to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to join us to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break: Art Explorers - Fridah Kahlo

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Explore the arts! Join us to learn about famous artists and art styles in this new After-School Break series. This month attendees will learn about Fridah Kahlo and paint in her style! This program is for children in grades 1-5 only.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Explore the arts! Join us to learn about famous artists and art styles in this new After-School Break series. This month attendees will learn about Fridah Kahlo and paint in her style! This program is for children in grades 1-5 only.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections: Crafty Cards

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades

As fall approaches, so do the holidays and holiday greetings. Join us on Thursday, September 4, at 4 pm, for Crafty Cards! Learn how to make intricate and unique greeting cards perfect for sending warm wishes no matter what the occasion.

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

As fall approaches, so do the holidays and holiday greetings. Join us on Thursday, September 4, at 4 pm, for Crafty Cards! Learn how to make intricate and unique greeting cards perfect for sending warm wishes no matter what the occasion.

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

Story Spinners Writing Club

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pajama Night

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, action rhymes, a short video and puppet show for families with children of all ages. Blankets and pajamas welcome! Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, a short video and puppet show for families with children of all ages. Blankets and pajamas welcome! Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Senior Series: The Truth About Driving After 80

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adult

Presented by Liz McNeel, Keller Williams and Founder of Houston Senior Living Series 

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures
Description:

Presented by Liz McNeel, Keller Williams and Founder of Houston Senior Living Series 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Sales

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

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

Homeschool Social Hour

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies, Workshop, Story Times, Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades

Join us for Homeschool Social Hour at the library! This program provides a welcoming space for kids to make friends and explore new activities. Parents can network, share resources, and exchange ideas while the kids enjoy crafts, games, and more.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies, Workshop, Story Times, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for Homeschool Social Hour at the library! This program provides a welcoming space for kids to make friends and explore new activities. Parents can network, share resources, and exchange ideas while the kids enjoy crafts, games, and more.

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

Craft Squad & A Movie: Clueless

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Craft Squad & A Movie is always on the last Friday of the month.  Bring whatever project you’re working on, and enjoy a movie while you craft.  Craft Squad is an adult crafting club for adults and teens. We ask that you do not b

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft Squad & A Movie is always on the last Friday of the month.  Bring whatever project you’re working on, and enjoy a movie while you craft.  Craft Squad is an adult crafting club for adults and teens. We ask that you do not b

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Sales

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Bilingual Art Class - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades

Calling all young artists! Children grades 1-8 are invited to a bilingual art class. Children will paint and learn Spanish in a fun, creative, and interactive way.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Calling all young artists! Children grades 1-8 are invited to a bilingual art class. Children will paint and learn Spanish in a fun, creative, and interactive way.

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

Chess Community Club

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Discover the joy of chess in a friendly community! Whether you're here to practice, share tips, or simply enjoy the game, you'll find a great atmosphere for learning and connecting with other enthusiasts. No registration required.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Discover the joy of chess in a friendly community! Whether you're here to practice, share tips, or simply enjoy the game, you'll find a great atmosphere for learning and connecting with other enthusiasts. No registration required.