Alert!

March 12, 2025: Click here to read an important letter from the Library Director.

We are experiencing network disruptions affecting our catalog and Internet. Our Technology Team is actively working to resolve the issue. Check back for updates; we appreciate your patience!

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Alert: University Branch Library

University Branch Library (Sugar Land) will be CLOSED on Saturday, March 29, for a scheduled power outage by CenterPoint Energy. 

Family Storytime- Blankets

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Stories, crafts and a movie. Recommended for the whole family.

Organization for Genealogy

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Learn how to organize your genealogy research.  This class will cover the use of various forms, filing systems, citations, and timelines.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Numerous items will be available for sale, including books, DVDs, and CDs.  A variety of books are available, including children's, teen's mystery, computer, special interest, and romance.  People who love books, people who love bargains

Saturday Story Time

10:15am - 11:15am
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, a puppet show and craft for the whole family.

Rise & Shine Craft Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft activities for the whole family held in the Small Meeting Room. 

Special Family Program: Holiday Craft Drop-In

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

Families with children of all ages are invited to get creative together. We'll have all kinds of wintery crafts to make and take!

Craft Your Heart Out!

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Whether beginner, semi-seasoned, or expert crafter, join us for a fun-filled hour and a half learning and sharing skills in knitting and crocheting. In addition, each month we will feature a guest crafter who will demonstrate their special craft.

Fall Final Exam Study Break

11:00am - 2:00pm
Young Adult
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Description:

The fall semester is ending and students are preparing for final exams. Come meet other students and help each other prepare for final exams while having a quiet place to study for a few hours. Lunch will be provided for students.

CR Annual Holiday Open House

11:00am - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Description:

Cinco Ranch Branch Library Holiday Open House

Minecraft- Registration Required - 2:00pm

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Middle Grades
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Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Description:

Attention Minecraft players!  Are you ready for Minecraft in the library?  For students in 4th-8th grade. Seating is limited; reservations are required.  Reservations begin on December 2nd at 12 pm, call 281-238-2813 to registe

NAYCO Performance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Program Type: Music, Performances
Description:

Please join us for a performance of “Asian Melody” by members of the North American Youth Chinese Orchestra.

Popsicle Ornaments: a YA program

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult
Required
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

Ring in the holidays with exciting and unique handmade decorations! We’ll be creating ornaments using Popsicle sticks and other nifty crafting items. So come on down to see what you can make!

Beyond the Kwanzaa Table-Holiday Kwanzaa Decorating & Crafts

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Description:
Transform your whole living room or just a corner into a Kwanzaa inspired holiday event. From African fabric covered wine bottles to funky throw pillows to a festive holiday table setting, let the elements of Kwanzaa inspire you.

Henna Art Workshop

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Description:

Learn the fundamentals for creating simple but unique henna designs.

 

Art materials will be provided to teens and high school aged attendees, Grades 9-12.

 

Holiday Open House

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Program Type: Performances, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Kick off the holidays with fun activities for the whole family. Join us for a puppet show, festive crafts, games, and coloring. Refreshments will be provided.

Holiday Open House

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Sienna)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Want to get into the holiday spirit?  Come enjoy refreshments, holiday music, and fun activities.  This will be a come and go event from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m, immediately following the NAYCO performance. 

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