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Event List

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

Shakespeare by the Book: The Merchant of Venice -- Vegas Style!

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition 

A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style 

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition 

A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style 

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

Friends of Sienna Book Sale

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult

Numerous adult and children’s materials are available for sale at very reasonable prices, ranging from 50¢ to $2.00 for clean, gently-used books, music CDs, videos, and audiobooks on CD or cassette.

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Numerous adult and children’s materials are available for sale at very reasonable prices, ranging from 50¢ to $2.00 for clean, gently-used books, music CDs, videos, and audiobooks on CD or cassette.

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

Shakespeare by the Book: The Merchant of Venice -- Vegas Style!

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition 

A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style 

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition 

A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Booked on Crime: Mystery Book Club

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

This month, we will be discussing The Spectacular  by Fiona Davis This title is available in print, and on Libby, by Overdrive, in e-bo

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

This month, we will be discussing The Spectacular  by Fiona Davis This title is available in print, and on Libby, by Overdrive, in e-bo

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
George Memorial Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Scribe Society

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing
Age Group:
Young Adult

Love to write? Join us for a relaxed, no-pressure writing group just for teens! Meet other young writers, share ideas, and get inspired. All experience levels are welcome! Writing notebooks provided to the first 10 attendees! 

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

Love to write? Join us for a relaxed, no-pressure writing group just for teens! Meet other young writers, share ideas, and get inspired. All experience levels are welcome! Writing notebooks provided to the first 10 attendees! 

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

Tabletop Society: Horrified: American Monsters

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room #2 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Tabletop Society is a board gaming club for adults, college students, and teens.  We meet twice a month on the 4th Monday (6 - 7:30 PM) and on the 4th Thursday (3:30 - 5 PM) and focus on a different game each time we meet.  It’s a great

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Tabletop Society is a board gaming club for adults, college students, and teens.  We meet twice a month on the 4th Monday (6 - 7:30 PM) and on the 4th Thursday (3:30 - 5 PM) and focus on a different game each time we meet.  It’s a great

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: Slightly Spooky

Monday, October 27, 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 "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel and Anime Club

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

If you enjoy anime, manga, and graphic novels, join us for Sienna Subtext!

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

If you enjoy anime, manga, and graphic novels, join us for Sienna Subtext!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Online Game for Brain Power

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult

Flex your brain with fun, free online games that challenge your memory, logic, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

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

Flex your brain with fun, free online games that challenge your memory, logic, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, October 28, 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 "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Digital Safety & Scams: Protecting Yourself Online

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month which means it's the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself from online scams.

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

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month which means it's the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself from online scams.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
George Memorial Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Teen Study Lounge

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room #2 (University) at University Branch Library
Age Group:
Young Adult

No study rooms available? Every Tuesday from September 2nd to December 16th, Meeting Room 2 will be open to high school students needing a quiet place to study.

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult
Description:

No study rooms available? Every Tuesday from September 2nd to December 16th, Meeting Room 2 will be open to high school students needing a quiet place to study.

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

Computer Lab: Study Hall

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Looking for the perfect place to study and learn with your friends? The upstairs computer lab will be opened on Tuesday evenings for adults and teens. 

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

Looking for the perfect place to study and learn with your friends? The upstairs computer lab will be opened on Tuesday evenings for adults and teens. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Teen Writing Lab

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
YA Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing
Age Group:
Young Adult

The Writing Lab is open to everyone who needs assistance with school or personal writing projects. A librarian will be present in this informal lab to check formatting, glance at grammar, and provide general proofreading.

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: YA Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Description:

The Writing Lab is open to everyone who needs assistance with school or personal writing projects. A librarian will be present in this informal lab to check formatting, glance at grammar, and provide general proofreading.

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Learning Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial 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 every Wednesday. No registration required.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Learning Lab (George Memorial)
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 every Wednesday. No registration required.

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

Toddler Time Story Time: Slightly Spooky

Wednesday, October 29, 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

Preschool Story Time: Slightly Spooky

Wednesday, October 29, 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 "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
George Memorial Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.