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Upcoming Events

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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: Summer Treats

6:00pm–6:45pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
First Colony Branch Library
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 "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
First Colony Branch Library
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 "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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Glow-In-The-Dark Dance Party!

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

It's time to dance! Join us for a glow-in-the-dark dance party! Attendees will receive glow sticks and other light up toys while supplies last. This program is designed for children of all ages and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

DIY Tie-Dye

6:00pm–7:30pm
Young Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Want a colorful new bag and scrunchie to bring to the beach? Join us for our DIY Tie-Dye program! This program may get messy, so please wear items that you don't mind getting stained. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: Summer Treats

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

Family Story Time: Summer Treats

11:30am–12:15pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
First Colony Branch Library
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 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body Tips from the Latest Research

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Join Ryan Gant, from Fort Bend County Health & Human Resources, to learn how to keep you brain and body healthy as you age and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: Summer Treats

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 "Middle Grades" group

Pokemon Terrariums

2:00pm–3:00pm
Middle Grades
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Youth in grades 4-8 are invited to create Pokemon terrariums! Attendees will be able to create a small terrarium with plants, miniatures, and a Pokemon! This program is geared for youth in grades 4-8 only.

Libraries closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/4–7/6
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center 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, 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 "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Bullet Journaling Basics

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the basics of Bullet Journaling - from creating goal trackers to fancy headings, and how to organize a schedule using the bullet journal method!   

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: In the Ocean

6:00pm–6:45pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
First Colony Branch Library
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 "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
First Colony Branch Library
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 "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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Whispers of the Sea: A Mezmerizing Mermaid Extravaganza presented by Houston Mermaids

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

Join us for a visit with a mermaid! Participants will have the opportunity to listen to our mermaid friend share tales about ocean animals and learn about how we can help keep ocean safe for other animals.

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

Watercolor 101: Koi Fish

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Come learn the basics of watercolors and create a simple painting. This painting is of koi fish. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: In the Ocean

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

Family Story Time: In the Ocean

11:30am–12:15pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
First Colony Branch Library
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 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Join Ryan Gant, Fort Bend County Health & Human Resources, to learn about the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risks factors, and more. No Registration Required. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: In the Ocean

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 "Adult" group

Novel Expectations Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join in a discussion of The School That Escaped the Nazis by Deborah Cadbury. This book club meets on the second Thursday of the month. No registration required. Call 281-238-2817 to check availability of print copies.  

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

Drop-In Tech Help

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Description:

Need tech help? Drop in to receive personalized help! Our tech-savvy library staff is available to assist you with email, internet, and other tech-related questions. Please bring your personal device if applicable.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Tween Cartoons

1:00pm–2:00pm
Middle Grades
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Youth in grades 4-8 are invited for an afternoon of cartoons! Snacks will be provided.