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Upcoming Events

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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 #2 (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 "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 the Library Book Sale

10:00am–2:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Book Bargains Galore at the Friends of the Library Book Sale!   People who love books, people who love bargains, and people who love a treasure hunt will find many “must haves”.  Special Features of this sale include a large co

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–4:00pm
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!

Master Gardener Talk – Companion Gardening

10:30am–11:30am
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Description:

There are many ways to improve the health of your garden, but one of the most reliable (and enjoyable!) is companion gardening!

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

Special Youth Program-Mindful Kids Yoga Class

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Elementary
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

This a therapeutic and sensory-focused yoga class tailored for all children (neurodivergent and neurotypical).

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

Tissue Paper Flowers

10:30am–11:30am
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:

Learn how to create tissue paper flowers. These eye-catching and easy-to-make flowers can be used for parties and home décor.

 

Registration required; register online, in person, or by calling 832-471-5908.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections - Trivia

11:00am–12:00pm
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:

Do you know everything about everything? Show off your general knowledge at this "Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?" style trivia program. Join us as we battle through a series of trivia rounds to find the smartiest of them all!

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 Liliana’s Invincible Summer by

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

STEP Into College: “S: Start Strong (September)”

2:00pm–3:00pm
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: Lectures, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Take a peek behind the curtain of the college admissions process and explore how colleges build their freshman class with William Keaton, Director of College Readiness for Yes Prep Schools. 

 

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

Nifty Needlers

2:00pm–4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets every second Saturday and third Tuesday of each month. All skill levels are welcome.

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

Native Bees in Your Garden

2:30pm–3:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Description:

September is National Honey Month, so celebrate native bees with us!  Bees play an important role in our ecosystem.  Learn how to make your garden inviting to bees and other pollinators. 

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

Decoupage Flowerpots

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

Looking to add some extra personality to your plants? Join us in using mod podge to decoupage flowerpots! All supplies are provided. Materials for this program are provided with the generous support of the Friends of First Colony Branch Library.

This event is in the "Adult" group

University Branch Culinary Club: Dip into Deliciousness

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 "Adult" group

Tech Help

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Learning Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Description:

Need tech help? Our tech savvy library staff is available to assist you with email, internet, and e-reader questions. Bring your personal device. Registration not required.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

DIY Piñata

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

Discover the art of piñata making! Participants will learn about the cultural significance of piñatas in Hispanic celebrations while creating their own colorful piñata to take home. 

Registration recommended.

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

Pajama Night Story Time: Todd Parr Day

6:00pm–6:30pm
Infant, Preschool
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age appropriate take-home craft activity. Pajamas and blankets 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: A Dash of Spanish

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 "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 "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. ESL Conversation Circle takes place the first Monday of the month. No registration required.


 

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: Camping Fun!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome! Space is limited!

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

Board Game Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Come and go as you please to play a variety of board games! This program usually meets the first and third Monday of the month in Conference Room 2A.