CLOSING

Cinco Ranch Branch Library will be CLOSED for several weeks starting Mon, Jan 12, because we are replacing carpet throughout the building. The outdoor book drop will remain OPEN during the time the building is closed, and library items may be returned at Cinco Ranch Branch. 

All items that were requested to be held at Cinco Ranch Branch should be picked up at Fulshear Branch library. If another location is more convenient for you, please contact Fulshear Branch to reroute the items to your preferred location.

Upcoming Events

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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:

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 "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections: Woven Pencil Holder Cups

6:00pm–7:30pm
Middle Grades
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a hands-on creative project! Students in grades 4-8 will use colorful yarn to upcycle cups into cute pencil holders. Materials and refreshments provided courtesy of the Friends of the Sugar Land Branch Library.

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

Felt Heart Bookmarks

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Learn how to use felt and basic embroidery stitches to make two different types of heart bookmarks for your Valentine or your favorite book. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Craft & Chat

10:15am–12:00pm
Adult
Albert George Branch Library
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Bring your crafting project to work on and meet others with similar interests. Share ideas, get tips and inspiration, and learn something new!

Please bring your own materials to finish a project or start a new one.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break: Build It

4:00pm–4:45pm
Elementary
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Calling all young builders! Join us for an afternoon of creativity and construction. We'll have Legos, magnetic tiles, and more for kids in grades K-5 to let their imagination run wild.

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

Family Story Time: Love & Friendship

10:15am–10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. 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

Sip & Paint

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Mamie George Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Room: Adult Services Department (Mamie George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Relax with a tasty soda or juice and paint to your heart's content! Join us for this free-form paint session where the only limit is your imagination! Templates provided for those who want them. 

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

Sienna Art Club: Cross Stitch Pendant

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Using embroidery floss and basic stitches, join us in learning how to create your own cross-stitch pendant.  

This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break: All About Stamping

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Children in grades K-5 are invited to participate in activities, crafts, and more!

This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break: STEM: Heart Symmetry and Patterns

4:15pm–5:00pm
Elementary
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for an exploration of symmetry! Participants will fold hearts in half and create intricate patterns by arranging those hearts. They will learn about geometric concepts like vertices and sides.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Art in the Afternoon: Comic Book Workshop

4:15pm–5:00pm
Elementary
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Make your own comic book inspired by graphic novels like Dog Man! Learn how a story is structured and some basic comic drawing tips. Art in the Afternoon is a series of new monthly programs for youth in grades K-5. 

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

Family Story Time: Love & Friendship

10:15am–10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Amigurumi Afternoon

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Conference Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a cozy hour of yarn crafting every Thursday afternoon!

This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break: Yucky Valentines

4:15pm–5:15pm
Elementary
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us to enjoy a yucky Valentine story and create a card and gift for your friends and family. Learn the art of quilling, or rolled paper, to make 3-D holiday cards and write a "love-ly" message on a flag to add to a festive pencil.

This event is in the "Adult" group

The Craft Studio: Lip Gloss Keychain

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Attendees will create fun and functional keychains that hold mini lip gloss tubes. 

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

Adult Coloring Hour

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us every week for Adult Coloring Hour! Bring your own coloring pages and supplies or choose from our designs and supplies. We will play relaxing music while we color to help us unwind. 

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

B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Craft)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adult
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft?

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

Creative Connections: DIY Friendship Bracelets

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

Let's make friendship bracelets! All supplies will be provided.

For children in grades 4-8.  Space is limited to first 20 participants. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crochet Crafts: Scarf

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us to learn how to make a simple scarf using yarn and a crochet hook!  

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

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Teens, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Sunglasses Decorating

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Come and decorate a fun pair of sunglasses for a party, Mardi Gras, a trip, or just for fun! Sunglasses and beads/decorations will be provided, but feel free to bring anything you may want to use. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

YA: Anti- Valentine's Day Party

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Love stinks. So we are hosting an anti-Valentine's party, including stake the vampire, icing broken heart cookies, and listening to our heartbreaking playlist. This program is free to attend. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Valentine's Day DIY Chocolate Covered Strawberries

10:00am–11:00am
Teens
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:
Get into the Valentine’s Day spirit by making your own chocolate covered strawberries at the library!
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

Valentine's Day Cards

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us to create your very own Valentine's Day cards. Participants will have fun making cards using colorful paper, markers, and tons of stickers!