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AAPI: Japanese War-Brides

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a discussion on Japanese War Brides following WWII. In this presentation, the history, experiences, and lives of Japanese war brides will be discussed, as well as the cultural impact they had on the US.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Saturdays Booked @ UB: Mercury, by Amy Jo Burns

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us on Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 am, for a lively discussion of Mercury by Amy Jo Burns. 

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

Puzzle Swap

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Description:

Have you done every single puzzle in your closet twice? We’ve got you covered!

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 "Teens" group
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Fest

10:30am–2:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Music, Performances, Exhibit/Displays, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Come celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Fulshear Branch Library! Experience a vibrant celebration of global culture.

10:30 AM Polynesian Storytelling 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk Back Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Talk Back is a book club that covers a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles alike that occurs on the second Saturday of each month. Join our discussion of The Family Recipe, by Carolyn Huynh

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 "Teens" group
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AAPI: Craft Extravaganza

11:00am–1:30pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a craft extravaganza!

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

Special Family Program: From India with Love

2:00pm–2:45pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Music, Performances
Description:

Classically trained in traditional Indian dance form, Rathna Kumar will give hands-on instruction to members of the audience in the various aspects of Indian dance. 

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 "Teens" group

AAPI: Japanese Haiku

2:00pm–3:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Music, Performances, Workshop
Description:

Discover the beauty of Japanese haiku through music and art!

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

AAPI: Matcha Tea Ceremony Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Discover the art and tradition of Japanese tea culture in this immersive workshop.

This event is in the "Teens" group

K-Pop Crafts: Photocard Decorating

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

Come and join us in decorating K-pop photocards. Meet others and bond over similar interests while listening to K-pop and designing your own toploaders using decal stickers.

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

Polynesian Storytelling: My Hula Hut

2:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Music, Performances
Description:

Come celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us here at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library. Learn about the Pacific Islands through dance, song, and story.

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

Spanish Craft: Papel Picado

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Immerse yourself in the vibrant art of papel picado! Originating from Mexico, papel picado involves the intricate cutting of colorful paper to create decorative banners.

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

Movie and Popcorn AAPI Style: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, PG-13 (2021)

2:00pm–4:30pm
Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Continue the celebration of AAPI Month with Popcorn and a Movie! This action-adventure film stars Simu Liu, Chiu Wai Leung, Awkwafina, Ben Kingsley, and Meng'er Zhang. Shang-Chi grapples both with his past and the Ten Rings Organization.

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

Birds of Myth & Legend

3:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Lectures
Description:

Step back in time and listen to stories and folktales that feature our feathered friends.  Students and adults will enjoy meeting live birds of prey and gain insight into the fascinating world of bird

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

GAME ROOM CLOSED

All Day
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
This event is in the "Adult" group

Word & Number Puzzles

10:00am–11:30am
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Join us at the Fulshear Branch Library for a morning of word searches, crosswords, sudoku, and much more! Registration is not required. 

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 (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Fulshear Foodies: Appreciating Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders

11:30am–1:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join the Fulshear Foodies, our community's potluck and cookbook book club, at the Fulshear Branch Library!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sienna Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:
This month, we will be discussing Elevation by Stephen King. This title is available in print, Large Print, and audio.
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

"Teacher in the Library" After-School Homework Help - George Memorial Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework-help program welcomes students of all ages to 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 "Teens" group

"Teacher in the Library" After-School Homework Help - Mission Bend Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
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 "Teens" group

"Teacher in the Library" After-School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
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 "Teens" group

Teen Anime Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

This program is for students in grades 9-12. 

Teens who enjoy anime culture join to watch anime and participate in related activities such as crafts, recipes, and learning new skills. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Fulshear Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Description:

Are you a teen wanting to play Dungeons and Dragons? Join us at the Fulshear Branch Library for an evening of play! New players are always welcomed. Registration is required.