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Event List

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Special Youth Program: Spring Craft Carnival

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Celebrate the end of Spring Break by creating fun, spring-themed crafts at this come-and-go craft carnival! This program is for all ages, and space is limited. Materials are p...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Celebrate the end of Spring Break by creating fun, spring-themed crafts at this come-and-go craft carnival! This program is for all ages, and space is limited. 

Materials are provided by the Friends of the Fulshear Library.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Cross-Stitch Basics

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Everything old is new again! Come learn the basics of this age-old hobby, including what supplies you’ll need, the basics of starting a project, and all the stitches you’ll need, a...

Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Everything old is new again! Come learn the basics of this age-old hobby, including what supplies you’ll need, the basics of starting a project, and all the stitches you’ll need, and create a small project to take home!

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

Chess Community Club

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
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...

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Preparation

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Representatives from the AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns. Appointments can be made for Tuesdays and Saturdays by calling 281-238-2950, online by clicking ...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Representatives from the AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns.

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.

Popcorn and a Movie: Wicked (2024) PG

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

The untold story of the witches of Oz, staring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman who has yet to discover her true power, and Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular ...

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

The untold story of the witches of Oz, staring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman who has yet to discover her true power, and Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman who has yet to discover her true heart.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Assistance

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
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 Refer...

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

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Business/Finance
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 Mission Bend Branch Library Adult Ref...

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.

University Branch Culinary Club: Nuts About Peanuts

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join us at University Branch Library for fun featuring food!  Culinary Club is a monthly potluck and recipe exchange.  Join us as we sample each other’s creations, discus...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us at University Branch Library for fun featuring food!  Culinary Club is a monthly potluck and recipe exchange.  Join us as we sample each other’s creations, discuss our recipes and share our experiences in the kitchen!  Cook

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tech Help

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
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.

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 "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: In the Garden

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Adult
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!

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 "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
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. N...

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 "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  Registration is not required, bu...

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

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

MS Excel 101

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel 2016. Excel, a commercial spreadsheet program, features calculation tools designed to aid you in your financial and statistical needs. This clas...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel 2016. Excel, a commercial spreadsheet program, features calculation tools designed to aid you in your financial and statistical needs.

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

Board Game Night

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
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 un...

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 "Adult" group.

Evening ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

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

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.

Computer 101: Spring Cleaning Your Digital Files

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join us for a session on organizing and decluttering your digital files. Learn how to clean up your email inbox, organize your files, and use cloud storage to back up and manage yo...

Required
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join us for a session on organizing and decluttering your digital files. Learn how to clean up your email inbox, organize your files, and use cloud storage to back up and manage your digital life.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ChatGPT 101: Exploring the Power of AI

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Whether you're looking to brainstorm ideas, draft emails, or just learn how AI can make everyday tasks easier, this class will provide a practical understanding of ChatGPT's capabi...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Whether you're looking to brainstorm ideas, draft emails, or just learn how AI can make everyday tasks easier, this class will provide a practical understanding of ChatGPT's capabilities. No prior experience with AI is required!

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: In the Garden

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Adult
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 p...

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 "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

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

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.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

English-language learners of any level can practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. The group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month. &nbs...

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level can practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. The group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month.  

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Nifty Needlers

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets the third Tuesday of each mon...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets the third Tuesday of each month. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Conference Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required...

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.
This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.
 

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

3D Printing: Spaghetti Measure

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Come and learn the basics of 3D printing at the library, and create your own customized design using TinkerCad. Your design will then be printed on the library’s own 3D printer for...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Description:

Come and learn the basics of 3D printing at the library, and create your own customized design using TinkerCad. Your design will then be printed on the library’s own 3D printer for pickup later in the week.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Preparation

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Representatives from the AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns. Appointments can be made for Tuesdays and Saturdays by calling 281-238-2950, online by clicking ...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Representatives from the AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns.