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AARP Tax Assistance

Thursday, March 27, 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.

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Tabletop Society: Anomia

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Tabletop Society is a board gaming club for adults, college students, and teens.  We meet on the 4th Thursday of each month and focus on a different game each time we meet.&nb...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Tabletop Society is a board gaming club for adults, college students, and teens.  We meet on the 4th Thursday of each month and focus on a different game each time we meet.  It’s a great way to try out new games for free.&nbsp

Roll with It: Board Game Club

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Board games are a great way to unwind, meet new friends, and challenge your mind. We play a variety of games from competitive to cooperative, strategic to classics, and everything ...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Board games are a great way to unwind, meet new friends, and challenge your mind. We play a variety of games from competitive to cooperative, strategic to classics, and everything in between!

Houston Food Bank - Community Assistance Program

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Room 2D (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health/Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Providing information about healthcare enrollment and making appointments to sign anyone up with snap, chip, or gold card Medicare. Connecting those interested to vital servic...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2D (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health/Wellness
Description:

Providing information about healthcare enrollment and making appointments to sign anyone up with snap, chip, or gold card Medicare. Connecting those interested to vital services. 

Yarn and knitting needles

B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Craft)

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft? Come share your ideas, show off your work, and perhaps get another crafter's expert eye and perspective. ...

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft?

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Craft Squad & A Movie: Chicago

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Craft Squad & A Movie is always on the last Friday of the month.  Bring whatever project you’re working on, and enjoy a movie while you craft.  Craft Squad is an adul...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft Squad & A Movie is always on the last Friday of the month.  Bring whatever project you’re working on, and enjoy a movie while you craft.  Craft Squad is an adult crafting club for adults and teens.  We ask that you do not

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Wool Yarn Dyeing for Beginners

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Looking to get more creative with your knitting or crochet? Want to dive into a messy new craft? Join us for a demonstration of beginner-friendly, food safe dyeing to give you new ...

Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Looking to get more creative with your knitting or crochet? Want to dive into a messy new craft? Join us for a demonstration of beginner-friendly, food safe dyeing to give you new custom colors for your yarn!

3D printer

3D Printing for Beginners

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Interested in learning the basics of 3D printing? In this class, staff will explain step-by-step how you can have 3D objects printed at your library. Staff will also show some free...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:

Interested in learning the basics of 3D printing? In this class, staff will explain step-by-step how you can have 3D objects printed at your library. Staff will also show some free websites for finding and creating your own 3D designs.

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AARP Tax Preparation

Saturday, March 29, 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.

Get Wild for Raptors!

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Hawks and kites and eagles, oh my! Dive into the world of raptors and discover their key role as top predators. Wild Bird Adventures provides a home and habitat to birds that can n...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Hawks and kites and eagles, oh my! Dive into the world of raptors and discover their key role as top predators. Wild Bird Adventures provides a home and habitat to birds that can no longer live in the wild.

Puzzle Swap

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Have you done every single puzzle in your closet twice? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re a puzzler who needs to clean out your collection, or someone who is looking for a new ...

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Have you done every single puzzle in your closet twice? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re a puzzler who needs to clean out your collection, or someone who is looking for a new hobby, come to our puzzle swap!

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The Homebuying Blueprint

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Workshop
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Come learn what it takes to purchase a home in 2025. Learn the process, how to get pre-approved for a home loan, and the step-by-step process of homebuying. Come with questions and...

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop
Description:

Come learn what it takes to purchase a home in 2025. Learn the process, how to get pre-approved for a home loan, and the step-by-step process of homebuying. Come with questions and get answers!

AARP Tax Assistance

Monday, March 31, 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.

AARP Tax Assistance

Monday, March 31, 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.

Pajama Night Story Time: Silly Stories

Monday, March 31, 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!

An Irish Country Doctor

Night Readers Book Club

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join us in a discussion of An Irish Country Doctor by Patrick Taylor! New book club members are always welcome! Night Readers meet on the last Monday of each month. No registration...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us in a discussion of An Irish Country Doctor by Patrick Taylor! New book club members are always welcome! Night Readers meet on the last Monday of each month. No registration is required.

Computer lab

Computers 101

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Learn the fundamentals of computer use in this introductory course. This class covers essential skills for anyone new to the world of computers. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Learn the fundamentals of computer use in this introductory course. This class covers essential skills for anyone new to the world of computers. Registration required.

Family Story Time: Silly Stories

Tuesday, April 1, 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.

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ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 1, 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!

ESLCC

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 1, 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.  

Art Antics

Watercolor Wonders

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Watercolor classes are the perfect way to express yourself through painting! This monthly class is perfect for beginners, or those who have some experience in watercolors, and are ...

Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Watercolor classes are the perfect way to express yourself through painting! This monthly class is perfect for beginners, or those who have some experience in watercolors, and are eager to learn more.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 1, 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

someone taking a photo of a scenic beach with a phone

Introduction to Google Photos

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Want to ensure that all your memories are backed up? Join us and learn how to use the cloud-based storage application from Google.This class is for adults and teens, 14 years and o...

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

Want to ensure that all your memories are backed up? Join us and learn how to use the cloud-based storage application from Google.

This class is for adults and teens, 14 years and older will be and will be in the Computer Lab.

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AARP Tax Preparation

Tuesday, April 1, 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.

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