Alert: Sienna Branch Library

The Sienna Branch Library will be CLOSED on Sunday, September 7, for a scheduled power outage by CenterPoint Energy. 

UPDATE: September 2, 2025

Network services will gradually be restored this week -- starting with the online catalog, account access, Internet, self-check stations, and computer use on Tue, Sep 2. 
Other services –- such as printing -- will resume availability soon. WiFi access continues to be available.

Event List

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This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Blackout Poetry for Teens

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult

Join us for a celebration of Banned Books Week and create your own Blackout Poetry. We will use the redacting (or blacking out) of words on copies of pages from challenged or banned books to create new and meaningful art. 

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a celebration of Banned Books Week and create your own Blackout Poetry. We will use the redacting (or blacking out) of words on copies of pages from challenged or banned books to create new and meaningful art. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Test Kitchen: Takis Taste Test & DIY Takis

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult

Join us for a blind taste test and fun, hands-on cooking session just for teens! Test your Takis taste buds against the competitors! Can you find the real Takis? Also, create a DIY Takis inspired seasoning to take home.

Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a blind taste test and fun, hands-on cooking session just for teens! Test your Takis taste buds against the competitors! Can you find the real Takis? Also, create a DIY Takis inspired seasoning to take home.

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

Pajama Night Story Time: At the Bakery

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

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

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. ESL Conversation Circle takes place the first Monday of the month. No registration required.

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. ESL Conversation Circle takes place the first Monday of the month. No registration required.

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

Pajama Night Story Time: Croctober

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome! Space is limited!

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

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome! Space is limited!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Board Game Night

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna 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 usually meets the first and third Monday of the month in Conference Room 2A.

All ages are welcome, anyone under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Come and go as you please to play a variety of board games! This program usually meets the first and third Monday of the month in Conference Room 2A.

All ages are welcome, anyone under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

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

Building Club

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room #2 (University) at University Branch Library
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult

Love legos? Are you a building aficionado? Come join us for Building Club! Participants can either "free build" or challenge themselves by completing a challenge card! Building Club is for families with children of all ages.

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Love legos? Are you a building aficionado? Come join us for Building Club! Participants can either "free build" or challenge themselves by completing a challenge card! Building Club is for families with children of all ages.

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

Pajama Night Story Time: Pets

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

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

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Evening ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

Enjoy practicing your English skills in a fun, friendly environment!

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

Enjoy practicing your English skills in a fun, friendly environment!

This event is in the "Adult" group

ChatGPT 101: Exploring the Power of AI

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult

Whether you're looking to brainstorm ideas, draft emails, or just learn how AI can make everyday tasks easier, this class will provide a practical understanding of ChatGPT's capabilities. No prior experience with AI is required!

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

Whether you're looking to brainstorm ideas, draft emails, or just learn how AI can make everyday tasks easier, this class will provide a practical understanding of ChatGPT's capabilities. No prior experience with AI is required!

This event is in the "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

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

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Age Group:
Infant

Mother Goose Time is a 45-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. Th

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Infant
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a 45-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. Th

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Story Time - Let's Get to Work

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

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

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: Croctober

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear 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. Space is limited.

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
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. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. Th

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

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. Th

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

Enjoy practicing your English skills in a fun, friendly environment!

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

Enjoy practicing your English skills in a fun, friendly environment!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time

Tuesday, October 7, 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 toddlers aged 1-3. 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 toddlers aged 1-3. Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

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

Toddler Time: Forest Friends

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University 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 will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
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 will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Watercolor Wonders

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Watercolor classes are the perfect way to express yourself through painting! This monthly class is perfect for beginners, or those who have some experience in watercolors, and are eager to learn more.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Watercolor classes are the perfect way to express yourself through painting! This monthly class is perfect for beginners, or those who have some experience in watercolors, and are eager to learn more.

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

Preschool Story Time: Croctober

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

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. Space is limited.

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
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. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Conference Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

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

3D Printing: Bookmark

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Come and learn the basics of 3D printing at the library, and create your own customized design using TinkerCad. Your design will then be printed on the library’s own 3D printer for pickup later in the week.

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

Come and learn the basics of 3D printing at the library, and create your own customized design using TinkerCad. Your design will then be printed on the library’s own 3D printer for pickup later in the week.

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

Family Coloring Hour

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Adult

Join us every week for Family Coloring Hour! Bring your own coloring pages and supplies or choose from our designs and supplies. We will play relaxing music while we color to help us unwind. 

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us every week for Family Coloring Hour! Bring your own coloring pages and supplies or choose from our designs and supplies. We will play relaxing music while we color to help us unwind.