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Event List

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Ongoing Events

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

Tabletop Society: Hues & Clues

Monday, July 28, 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 "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Wednesday, July 30, 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 "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

CRAFT: Paper Mache Lanterns

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Join us at the library to make your very own paper mâché lantern! Perfect for adding a personal touch to your home. All materials will be provided, and no previous crafting experience is necessary! Dress for mess. 

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:

Join us at the library to make your very own paper mâché lantern! Perfect for adding a personal touch to your home. All materials will be provided, and no previous crafting experience is necessary! Dress for mess. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

3D Printing (Part 2): Painting Desk Buddies

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult

For students in Grades 9-12.

Learn how to use a 3-D modeling program to create personalized 3-D prints, then come back next week to paint them!

Supplies generously provided by the Friends of George Memorial Library. 

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

For students in Grades 9-12.

Learn how to use a 3-D modeling program to create personalized 3-D prints, then come back next week to paint them!

Supplies generously provided by the Friends of George Memorial Library. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Cricut for Teens

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Computer Classes, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult

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

Want to learn a new way to craft? Come learn how to use the Cricut, an electronic cutting machine that can cut all sorts of designs from materials like paper, vinyl, card stock, and more! 

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

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

Want to learn a new way to craft? Come learn how to use the Cricut, an electronic cutting machine that can cut all sorts of designs from materials like paper, vinyl, card stock, and more! 

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.

Teen Creative Crew

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult

Unleash your creativity in our teen art club!  Draw, paint, collage, crochet, or bring in any artsy project YOU want to work on.  Some basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring in your own.

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

Unleash your creativity in our teen art club!  Draw, paint, collage, crochet, or bring in any artsy project YOU want to work on.  Some basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring in your own.

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.

Craft Squad Social

Friday, August 8, 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 is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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 "Adult" group.

University Branch Book Club: Independence, by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room #2 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Join us on Wednesday, August 13 at 6 pm, for a lively discussion of Independence, by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. This historical novel is set in the aftermath of India’s independence, following the lives of three women whose fat

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us on Wednesday, August 13 at 6 pm, for a lively discussion of Independence, by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. This historical novel is set in the aftermath of India’s independence, following the lives of three women whose fat

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 "Adult" group.

Senior Series: The Truth About Scams

Friday, August 15, 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 

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

Craft Squad Social

Friday, August 15, 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 is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

This event is in the "Adult" group.

University Branch Culinary Club: Awesome Apples

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Join us at University Branch Library for fun featuring food!  Culinary Club is a monthly potluck and recipe exchange.  Join us as we sample each other’s creations, discuss our recipes and share our experiences in the kitchen!  Cook

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

Join us at University Branch Library for fun featuring food!  Culinary Club is a monthly potluck and recipe exchange.  Join us as we sample each other’s creations, discuss our recipes and share our experiences in the kitchen!  Cook

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.

Craft Squad Social

Friday, August 22, 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 is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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.