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Alert: University Branch Library

University Branch Library (Sugar Land) will be CLOSED on Friday, March 14, for a scheduled power outage by CenterPoint Energy. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

The Mix Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
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Library Branch: The Pinnacle Senior Center Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

The Mix is a book club that covers a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles alike that occurs on the first Monday of each month.  Join our discussion of Flying Soloby Linda Hol

AARP Tax Preparation

10:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Description:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low-to-moderate income.

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
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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 of all ages and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

This event is in the "Infant" group.

Mother Goose

10:30am - 11:15am
Infant
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time provides caregiver/infant multi-sensory circle-time activities -- including simple sign language, folksongs and lullabies, and finger plays -- that are especially designed to stimulate babies’ social, emotional, and physical deve

This event is in the "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Assistance

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Description:

Representatives from AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns by appointment only. Please schedule in person at the Sugar Land Branch Library Adult Reference Desk or by phone at 281-238-2140.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Assistance

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Business/Finance
Description:

Representatives from AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns by appointment only. Please schedule in person at the Mission Bend Branch Library Adult Reference Desk or by phone at 832-471-5908.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tech Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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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.

Teen Craft Corner

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Young Adult
Required
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Teens seeking a creative haven are welcome to come to this gathering to work on a new arts and crafts project every month.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Financial Literacy Series: Credit Management

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Young Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Business/Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Learning to take care of personal finances can be overwhelming, so let the library provide guidance and advice to help understand how to manage money.

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 "Adult" group.

Pajama Night Story Time: Lucy Cousins Day

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Adult
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Adult
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Pajama Night Story Time: Hibernation

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: 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
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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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Pajama Night Story Time: Breakfast!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: 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.

Prose Pros Writing Group

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Are you writing a book or manuscript? We can provide you with a quiet space along with power outlets and chairs. Bring yourself, your laptop, and anything else you need for some quality time writing.

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
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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.

All ages are welcome, anyone under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

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

Reel Talk: Summer of Soul

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Join us to screen the documentary film, Summer of Soul, with a brief discussion afterwards. This documentary highlights the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, a powerful and largely forgotten event that celebrated Black music, culture, a

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: Things That Go

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
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!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Evening ESL Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

Enjoy practicing your English skills in a fun, friendly environment!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Microsoft Word Intermediate

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Want to expand your knowledge of Microsoft Word? Join our course and learn how to adjust tabs, indent, create bullets & numbering, add and manipulate images, & more.