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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.

ESL Conversation Circle

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
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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.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

10:00am - 5:00pm
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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Family Story Time - Cars & Trucks

10:15am - 10:45am
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. 

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

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

Family Story Time - Dentist

10:15am - 10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

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

Family Story Time: Space

10:15am - 10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
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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 "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time - Things that Go!

10:15am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Parent/child activity time for toddlers.  Recommended for ages 1-3 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time Story Time: Things That Go

10:15am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Breakfast!

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
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Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Hibernation

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
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Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Magic

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Infant" group.

Mother Goose

10:30am - 11:15am
Infant
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
This event is in the "Adult" group.

DIY Heart Shaped Rag Wreath

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Room: Adult Services Department (Mamie George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Just in time for Valentine’s Day! We will be creating Heart Shaped Wreaths using recycled rags and fabrics as well as other household craft supplies! 
 

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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

We will cover how to trace your African American ancestors back to the 1870 Census. You will also receive clues on how to continue you search to before the Civil War era.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Typing Basics

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Do you want to learn how to type and use your keyboard more effectively? Join us and learn how to type fast with tips, tricks, and skills to learn how to type like a pro! Registration is required.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Time: Things That Go

11:15am - 12:00pm
Preschool
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

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

Family Story Time - Cars & Trucks

11:30am - 12:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. 

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

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

Preschool Story Time: Hibernation

11:30am - 12:15pm
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 preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Come join us for a discussion of our selection for this month, "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine," written by Gail Honeyman.  Registration is not required.  You may check out our selected book from the Circulation Desk at Cinco Ranch

This event is in the "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Assistance

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
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 Fulshear Branch Library Adult Reference Desk or by phone at 346-481-6808.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Build and Create Club

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

Come build with the library! We'll have LEGO, Keva Planks, Squigz, boxes, and other building blocks and tools. There are monthly challenges, or you can build whatever you can imagine! This program is recommended for grades K-5.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Need tech help? Book a one-on-one Q&A session at the library! Our tech savvy library staff is available to assist you with email, internet, and e-reader questions. Bring your personal device or use one of the library's computers.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
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Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a fun program to explore new topics and learn new skills on the first and third Wednesday of the month.  Arts, crafts, and activities for grades 1-5.  This week, join us to create sand art and use sand to create a 3D shape!

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Use your senses to identify hidden objects inside the mystery boxes! Materials for this program are made possible by the Friends of the Sugar Land Branch Library. After-School Break is for students in grades K-3.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Building Club

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

Using LEGO, Keva Planks, Squigz, boxes and more. There are monthly challenges, or you may build whatever you can imagine! Space is limited.

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

Computer Class: Typing Club

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
Required
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Missouri City)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Work on your typing skills while playing fun games.

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

Chinese Calligraphy for Beginners

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Join us in celebrating the art of Chinese calligraphy! Learn about Chinese calligraphy, practice writing Chinese characters, and even create a calligraphy design using brush and ink.

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: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories and other activities for the whole family.

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.

Pajama Night Story Time: Magic

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
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!