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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.

Embroidered Bookmarks

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
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Library Branch: The Pinnacle Senior Center Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Use felt and embroidery floss to make a corner bookmark.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Express Class

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library
Room: Conference Room C (Law Library)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Law
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Express Classes intended for Legal Professionals and the public to learn basic software.

These are introductory classes to technology in your legal practice.

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

Family Story Time - Love/Hearts/Kindness

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
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. 

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 - Valentine's Day

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: Love & Friendship

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

Family Story Time: Valentines

10:15am - 10:45am
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 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 "Infant" group.

Mother Goose Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Infant
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Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walkers from 0-12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

This event is in the "Infant" group.

Mother Goose Time

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

A multisensory program featuring songs, simple sign language, finger plays and soothing lullabies for parents and caregivers of young babies. Recommended for infants from birth to 12 months of age, non-walkers.

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

Toddler Time Story Time: Hearts and Love

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: Hugs & Kisses

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 "Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Time: Hugs & Kisses

10:30am - 11:15am
Preschool
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
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 will conclude with an age-appropriate take-home 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 - Love/Hearts/Kindness

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
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. 

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join in a lively group discussion of The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams. 

Copies of the book club title are available at the check-out desk.  New members are always welcome!

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.

Novel Expectations Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join in a discussion of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb. This book club meets on the second Thursday of the month. No registration required.

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

Come join us for a discussion of our selection for this month, "Murder in the Tea Leaves" written by Laura Childs.  

Registration is not required.  

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

Get ready for Valentine’s Day by making your own homemade Valentine’s card and enjoying delicious valentine cookies. Recommended for students in kindergarten through 5th grades.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Crochet: Valentine Granny Square

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Learn how to crochet a heart granny square for Valentine’s Day! Granny squares are a beginner-friendly, versatile project that can be used for blankets, sweaters, and so much more! 

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

Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel and Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

If you enjoy anime, manga, and graphic novels, join us for Sienna Subtext!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Conference Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult
Description:

Are you a high school student interested in:

• Earning volunteer hours?

• Enhancing your college application or resume?

• Helping your community?

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

After-School Break: Crafting with Love

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Elementary
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a heart-filled afternoon of creativity and fun as we craft with love! We'll be celebrating love, kindness, and friendship by making our own special cards and crafts to share with family and friends.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

SAT Showdown: Test Your Knowledge

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: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Join us for an exciting SAT Game Night, where learning meets fun! Gather for a lively evening filled with quizzes and friendly competition. Boost your SAT skills while enjoying snacks and prizes! Registration recommended.

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

Pajama Night Story Time: Love & Friendship

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Preschool, Elementary
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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! 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Pajama Night Story Time

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Preschool
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Creative Connections: DIY Stickers!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
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Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Workshop, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Kids in grades 4-8 are invited to create one-of-a-kind stickers out of wax paper, tape, and creativity. Space is limited!

Materials are provided by the Friends of the Fulshear Library. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Join us as we explore the basics of African-American History, a database covering more than 500 years of the African-American experience, as well as other history databases giving you a window into the past, present, and beyond!