Alert: Sienna Branch Library

The Sienna Branch Library will be CLOSED on Sunday, September 7, for a scheduled power outage by CenterPoint Energy.

UPDATE: September 2, 2025

Network services will gradually be restored this week -- starting with the online catalog, account access, Internet, self-check stations, and computer use on Tue, Sep 2.
Other services –- such as printing -- will resume availability soon. WiFi access continues to be available.

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Time	Mon (10/13)	Tue (10/14)	Wed (10/15)	Thu (10/16)	Fri (10/17)	Sat (10/18)
All Day					This event is in the "Adult" group 24th Annual Genealogy Workshop All Day Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2A (George Memorial) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Lectures Registration Required Description: This in-house and virtual event features five video programs with a variety of topics and exciting speakers. All programs plus three bonus presentations will be available virtually and can be watched at your convenience.
					This event is in the "Adult" group FBCL Annual Genealogy Workshop All Day Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2C (George Memorial) Age Group: Adult Program Type: History/Genealogy Registration Required Description: This in-house and virtual event features five video programs with a variety of topics and exciting speakers.
10 am		This event is in the "Adult" group AI for Presentations: Create Smarter, Faster, and Better Slides 10:00am–11:00am Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Classes Registration Required Description: Learn how to harness the power of free and beginner-friendly AI tools to design better presentations in less time! This event is in the "Infant" group Mother Goose Time 10:15am–11:00am Infant This event is in the "Infant" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial) Age Group: Infant Description: Mother Goose Time is a 45-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. Th	This event is in the "Adult" group ESL Conversation Circle 10:00am–11:00am Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Learning Lab (George Memorial) 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 every Wednesday. No registration required. This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Family Story Time: Birds 10:15am–10:45am Preschool, Elementary This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Family Story Time: Birds 10:15am–10:45am Preschool, Elementary This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "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 This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Middle Grades" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
11 am						This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group Chess Community Club 11:00am–12:00pm Young Adult, Adult This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2C (George Memorial) Age Group: Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Games Description: Discover the joy of chess in a friendly community! Whether you're here to practice, share tips, or simply enjoy the game, you'll find a great atmosphere for learning and connecting with other enthusiasts. No registration required.
12 pm				This event is in the "Adult" group Book Break Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2A (George Memorial) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Clubs Description: Please join us for a discussion of Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane. Copies are available at the Reference Desk. No registration required.
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3 pm	This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Middle Grades" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group "Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help 3:00pm–6:00pm Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Middle Grades" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult 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 "Young Adult" group "Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help 3:00pm–6:00pm Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Middle Grades" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult 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 "Young Adult" group "Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help 3:00pm–6:00pm Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Middle Grades" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult 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 "Young Adult" group "Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help 3:00pm–6:00pm Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Middle Grades" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group Building Club 4:15pm–5:00pm Elementary This event is in the "Elementary" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial) Age Group: Elementary Description: Those attending will put their creativity and engineering skills to work with LEGOs and other building materials!
5 pm	This event is in the "Young Adult" group Teen Anime Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Young Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2C (George Memorial) Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Movies, 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 month, create an anime inspired lantern! Registration recommended.			This event is in the "Young Adult" group DIY Diwali Flower Candle Holders 5:00pm–6:00pm Young Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2A (George Memorial) Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Description: Teens are invited to celebrate Diwali by creating colorful bejeweled clay flower candle holders to take home. Registration recommended. Materials are provided courtesy of Friends of the George Memorial Library. This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group Story Spinners Writing Club 5:30pm–8:30pm Young Adult, Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Room 2C (George Memorial) Age Group: Young Adult, 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.
6 pm				This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Pajama Night Story Time: Birds 6:00pm–6:30pm Preschool, Elementary This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial) Age Group: Preschool, Elementary Program Type: Story Times 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. Pajamas and blankets welcome!
7 pm					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 Shakespeare by the Book: The Merchant of Venice -- Vegas Style! 7:30pm–9:00pm Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult 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 Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Performances Description: Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style	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 Shakespeare by the Book: The Merchant of Venice -- Vegas Style! 7:30pm–9:00pm Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult 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 Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: George Memorial Library Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Performances Description: Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style

Alert: Sienna Branch Library

UPDATE: September 2, 2025

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