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Upcoming Events

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

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

10:00am–5:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children of all ages and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

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

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

10:00am–8:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children of all ages and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

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

Back to School Scavenger Hunt

2:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Adult
Program Type: Digital Resources, Workshop
Description:

Start the school year by learning about the different sections of the library's youth department.

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 First Colony Book Sale

9:00am–2:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Come join the Friends of First Colony Branch Library for their book sale. There are many great items to choose from, including new releases, fiction, nonfiction, children’s, classics, along with DVDs and CDs. All are available for a great price.

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"

10:15am–11:15am
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
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

11:00am–3:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
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 "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

Back-to-School Fair

2:00pm–3:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: YA Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Digital Resources, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Learn about library resources that can help you with homework, test prep, and research while you make back-to-school crafts.  For families with children in grades K-12.

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

Get WILD for Raptors!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Hawks and kites and eagles, or my!  Soar into the world of raptors and discover their key role as top predators.  Wild Bird Adventures provides a home and habitat to birds that can no longer live in the wild.

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

Study Lounge

3:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Looking for a quiet place to study, prepare for exams, and engage with others from your school.

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

Homeschool Social Hour: Ice-Cream Social

1:00pm–2:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
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 "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 Mission Bend Branch Library Back-to-School Book Sale

10:00am–3:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

A wide variety of books will be available for sale. Selections include general fiction and nonfiction for children, teens, and adults. Find an assortment of classics, romance, manga, history, science fiction, and more!

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

Teacher in the Library Launch Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Story Times, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after school homework help program is launching at George Memorial Library!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections: Special Back-to-School Edition - Rock Your Locker!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Middle Grades
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Let’s kick off the school year with a cool DIY project! Give your locker a makeover by designing some unique accessories. Kids in grades 4-8 can join us to create assorted magnetic decorations.

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

Puzzle Swap

2:00pm–3:00pm
Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Have you done every single puzzle in your closet twice? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re a puzzler who needs to clean out your collection, or someone who is looking for a new hobby, come to our puzzle swap!

Libraries closed for Labor Day

All Day 8/31–9/1
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

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

Creative Connections: Build Your Beary Own Best Friend

4:00pm–4:45pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Get ready to stitch, snuggle, and sew at a program “stuffed” full of fun! Join us on Thursday, September 4, at 4 pm, to Build Your Own Beary Best Friend.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

MG Drawing Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Middle Grades
Mamie George Branch Library
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

If you enjoy drawing or making art be sure to join us every 3rd Monday of the month for the Mamie George (MG) Drawing Club.  We will have a variety of art supplies and paper for you to choose from and try out, or you could bring your own sket

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

Creative Connections: Crafty Cards

4:00pm–4:45pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
Missouri City Branch Library
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.

Libraries closed for Fair Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Veterans Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27–11/30
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/25–12/28
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed at 5 pm for New Year's Eve

5:00pm–9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch, Virtual Programs
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our: