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.

Upcoming Events

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Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events

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

Toddler Time: Forest Friends

10:30am–11:00am
Infant, Preschool
University Branch Library
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

10:30am–12:30pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
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

11:15am–12:00pm
Preschool, Elementary
Fulshear Branch Library
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

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
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

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
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

3:00pm–4:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
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. 

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

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
George Memorial Library
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

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
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

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
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 "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 - Mission Bend

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
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 - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
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

3:30pm–4:45pm
Young Adult
University Branch Library
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

5:00pm–8:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
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 Video-Game Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Young Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: YA Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Come and go as you please to play video games on Nintendo Switch and Xbox One! This program meets the first Tuesday of the month in the YA Room.

Funds for materials generously provided by the Friends of the Sienna Branch Library.

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
George Memorial Library
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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Family Story Time: Elephants

10:15am–10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

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

Toddler Time - Let's Get to Work

10:15am–11:00am
Infant, Preschool
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Parent/child activity time for toddlers.  Recommended for ages 1-3 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

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

Toddler Time Story Time: Pets

10:15am–11:00am
Infant, Preschool
Sienna Branch Library
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: At the Bakery

10:15am–11:00am
Preschool
First Colony Branch Library
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

Toddler Time: Croctober

10:15am–11:00am
Preschool
Fulshear Branch Library
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
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: Forest Friends

10:30am–11:00am
Infant, Preschool
University Branch Library
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 "Infant" group

Mother Goose

10:30am–11:15am
Infant
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Multi-sensory activity time for pre-walking infants 0-12 months of age and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Family-History Research: Probate Records

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Description:

Before many other records were kept by the states, probate records existed. We will review the information that can be obtained in probate records, such as family members and relationships, dates of death, descriptions of the estate, and more.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Microsoft PowerPoint 2021 Basics

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
Sugar Land Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Learn some of the fundamental features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2021.

Registration required; register online below or call 281-238-2140 to register.