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Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

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

Prose Pros Writing Group

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Are you writing a book or manuscript?  We can provide you with a quiet space. Bring yourself, your laptop, and anything else you need for some quality time writing.  In the second half of this workshop, those interested will have th

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Puzzlepalooza for teens

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Young Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Description:

***For teens in grades 9-12***

Groups of 4 teens can compete in speed puzzling. You can also work on puzzles leisurely with friends. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Literary Lunch League Book Club - "What Alice Forgot" by Liane Moriarty

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Come join us for a discussion of our selection for this month, What Alice Forgot written by Liane Moriarty.  Registration is not required.  You may check out our selected book from the Circulation Desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Libr

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

Inside the Lines: a coloring club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Relax, quiet your mind, and enjoy yourself at the Cinco Ranch coloring club for teens and adults. Have fun with the trend in relaxation and mindfulness. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Creative Crew

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Unleash your creativity in our teen art club!  Draw, paint, collage, crochet, or bring in any artsy project YOU want to work on.  Some basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring in your own.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

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

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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

Plant Propagation

10:30am - 11:30am
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Fort Bend County Master Gardener, Shelly Beck will be speaking at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library on Plant Propagation - the history; its methods to include seeds, air layering, division, water culture, stem cuttings.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

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

CRAFT: Visible Mending 101

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Bring your clothing items that needs to be mended and learn simple techniques in patching and darning.

Supplies are limited.

Registration is required. Register in person, online or by calling the library at 281-395-1311.

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

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016

10:30am - 11:30am
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 2016.  This introductory class will focus on the basic features for creating a word document, saving it, and how to print it. 

Seating is limited, so registration is required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us on Wednesday, August 13 at 6 pm, for a lively discussion of Independence, by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. This historical novel is set in the aftermath of India’s independence, following the lives of three women whose fat

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us for our mystery book club where we will discuss the book City Under One Roof written by Iris Yamashito.  You may request this month's selection at the circulation desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Library.  Registration is not

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Solve It: Break-In Bags for Teens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Description:

Do you love puzzles, riddles, and codes? Love to try to solve any mystery that comes your way? We’ve got just the thing for you!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Senior Series: The Truth About Scams

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures
Description:

Presented by Liz McNeel, Keller Williams and Founder of Houston Senior Living Series 

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

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

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

Summer Film Series: Paddington in Peru 2024 (PG)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Watch and find out when Paddington and the Brown family travel to Peru to find his beloved Aunt Lucy, whose mysterious disappearance may be linked to a legendary lost city.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

University Branch Culinary Club: Awesome Apples

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us at University Branch Library for fun featuring food!  Culinary Club is a monthly potluck and recipe exchange.  Join us as we sample each other’s creations, discuss our recipes and share our experiences in the kitchen!  Cook

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

D&D One-Shot Session

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Description:

Step into a fantasy world of dungeons and dragons for the first time. Players can bring a character of their own or choose a pre-made character for a short one-shot campaign. Bring your own dice or play with a set of ours.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Chop Chop Club: Pudding Parfaits

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

***For teens in grades 9-12***

The Chop Chop Club is a hands-on program that focuses on learning basic kitchen skills and basic nutrition while creating mostly no-bake recipes. 

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

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins