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Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Story Time - Let's Go Outside!

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

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connection - Vibrant Bites

2:30pm–3:30pm
Middle Grades
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

For grades 4-8 only. Get creative this summer with healthy snacks in our Vibrant Bites program!

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

Toddler Time - Let's Go Outside!

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.  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 "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Mission Bend Book Club "The Great Divide"

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join in a lively discussion of The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez. Copies of this selection may be obtained from the Mission Bend Branch Library.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Mother Goose Time

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant
Description:

A multisensory program featuring songs, simple sign language, finger plays and soothing lullabies for parents and caregivers of young babies. Recommended for infants from birth to 12 months of age, non-walkers.

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

Family Program - Texas Master Naturalist Presents: Bugs

3:00pm–4:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

In the heat of summer, bugs are everywhere! Texas Master Naturalist is back to teach us about bugs and insects as well as helping us create our own insect rubbings. This is a family program for all ages.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

YA Mandala Rock Painting

12:00pm–1:00pm
Young Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Join us in decorating rocks with acrylic paint. The artwork you create in this program is yours to take home. This program is free to attend. 

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

Summer Blockbuster Bash - Presenting "Big Hero 6"

2:00pm–4:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Beat the heat, and spend time together at the library with a movie & craft! This week we will be showing the film "Big Hero 6!" We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups. 

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

Writer's Block

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Struggling with a story? Can’t seem to get it write? Join us for a writer’s night at the library. This program will go over writing basics, themes, techniques, and how to unlock that writer’s block!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Story Time - Ocean Animals

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

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connection - Glow Up: Lanterns Program

2:30pm–3:30pm
Middle Grades
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

For grades 4-8 only. Light up your summer with creativity in our Glow Up: Lanterns program.

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

Toddler Time - Ocean Animals

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

Bad Art Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Have you ever been tempted to create an ugly art piece or try out various artistic combinations? Join us for Bad Art Night and let your curiosity inspire you to create a unique art piece. All art skill levels are welcome.

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 - Ocean Animals

6:30pm–7:15pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories and other activities for the whole family. 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

Mother Goose Time

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant
Description:

A multisensory program featuring songs, simple sign language, finger plays and soothing lullabies for parents and caregivers of young babies. Recommended for infants from birth to 12 months of age, non-walkers.

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

Family Program - Color-ific Crafts

3:00pm–4:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Today is all about colorful crafting! We will be making our own bookmarks to use for our reading and a beautiful suncatcher filled with colorful tissue paper. This is a family program for all ages.

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

Dungeons and Dragons: Bandit Raid on the Quiet Village

1:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Games
Registration Required
Description:

Do you prefer the thrill of combat in DND over the slower pace of roleplay? This is the session for you! This classic scenario will throw the players into the action from the start. Protect the villagers, defeat the bandits.

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

MS Excel 101

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel 2016. Excel, a commercial spreadsheet program, features calculation tools designed to aid you in your financial and statistical needs.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Story Time - Color Your World!

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

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connection - A Kaleidoscope of Fun: End of Summer Party!

2:30pm–3:30pm
Middle Grades
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

For grades 4-8 only. Celebrate the end of a colorful and exciting summer with our Color Your World End of Summer Reading Party.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

YA Sand Jars

3:00pm–4:00pm
Young Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Craft colorful sand jars! Layer different colors of sand to create a keepsake. The sand jar you design in the program is yours to take home. This program is free to attend.

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

Toddler Time - Color Your World!

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.  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 "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.