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Prose Pros Writing Group

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Teens, 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 "Adult" group

Writer's Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registration is required.

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

Writer's Boost

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

It's time to write! On November 6 & 13, join fellow authors for quiet writing time, word sprints, and plenty of encouragement make progress on your writing project. Prompts, story "unstuckers", and writing worksheets will be available.

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

Writer's Block

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens, 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!

Libraries closed for Veterans Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

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

Writer's Boost

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

It's time to write! On November 6 & 13, join fellow authors for quiet writing time, word sprints, and plenty of encouragement make progress on your writing project. Prompts, story "unstuckers", and writing worksheets will be available.

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
This event is in the "Adult" group

2025 Book Festival

12:00pm–4:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Music, Performances, Workshop, Story Times, History/Genealogy, Book Sales, Book Clubs, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Welcome to 2025 Book Festival! We celebrate literature, creativity, storytelling, and more.  This year, we're featuring our Fort Bend Community Reads pick, Amanda Churchill, author of The Turtle House.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Writer's Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registration is required.

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

Story Spinners Writing Club

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections: Intro to Creative Writing

6:00pm–7:00pm
Middle Grades
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for an introduction to creative writing, where you will write a short story using a given prompt. This program is for youth in grades 4-8 only. Materials are provided by the Friends of the Fulshear Branch Library.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Scribe Society

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Description:

Love to write? Join us for a relaxed, no-pressure writing group just for teens! Meet other young writers, share ideas, and get inspired. All experience levels are welcome!

This program is for students in grades 9-12.

All Libraries will close at 5 pm for Thanksgiving

5:00pm–9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, System-Wide
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27–11/30
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

CLOSED FOR SNOW FEST

All Day
Missouri City Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Missouri City Branch Library

All libraries will OPEN at 12 noon

8:00am–12:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch, Virtual Programs
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Story Spinners Writing Club

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Scribe Society

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Description:

Love to write? Join us for a relaxed, no-pressure writing group just for teens! Meet other young writers, share ideas, and get inspired. All experience levels are welcome! Writing notebooks provided to the first 10 attendees! 

Libraries Close at 5 pm for Christmas Eve

5:00pm–9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch, Virtual Programs
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/25–12/28
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Libraries closed at 5 pm for New Year's Eve

5:00pm–9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch, Virtual Programs
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our: