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Tech Help Hour

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Computer Lab (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Need help with email, Internet, e-readers, or other technology? Bring your questions to our Tech-Help hour for one-on-one assistance from our tech-savvy library staff. Bring your p...

Required
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Need help with email, Internet, e-readers, or other technology? Bring your questions to our Tech-Help hour for one-on-one assistance from our tech-savvy library staff. Bring your personal device or use one of the library’s computers.

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ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 15, 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 15, 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.  

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Nifty Needlers

Tuesday, April 15, 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.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 15, 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

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3D Printing: Bookmark

Tuesday, April 15, 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...

Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

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AARP Tax Preparation

Tuesday, April 15, 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.

ESL Conversation Circle

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Learning Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial 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 every Wednesday. No registration...

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.

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Microsoft Excel 2021 Intermediate

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Tech Center (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Already have a handle on the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2021?  Join us as we dive into some intermediate level tips and tricks!Registration required; register...

Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Already have a handle on the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2021?  Join us as we dive into some intermediate level tips and tricks!

Registration required; register online below or call 281-238-2140 to register.

Computer Class

Microsoft Excel PivotTables

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

PivotTables are not as daunting as you think. Join us to learn how to create and customize your own PivotTables. Registration is required. Registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

PivotTables are not as daunting as you think. Join us to learn how to create and customize your own PivotTables. Registration is required. Registration is required.

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Grim Readers Book Club

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join the Grim Readers Book Club to discuss The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner.  Join fellow mystery lovers and discuss a mystery novel every third Wednesday of the month...

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join the Grim Readers Book Club to discuss The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner.  Join fellow mystery lovers and discuss a mystery novel every third Wednesday of the month.  A limite

Family Story Time: Changing Weather

Thursday, April 17, 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

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna 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 group meets the first and third Thursday of the month in Confer...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
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 group meets the first and third Thursday of the month in Conference Room 2A!

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Book Break Book Club

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Please join us for a discussion of The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons. Copies are available at the Reference Desk. No registration required.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Please join us for a discussion of The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons. Copies are available at the Reference Desk. No registration required.

Writing Club

Writer's Workshop

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registrati...

Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registration is required.

Story Spinners Writing Club

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

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Microsoft Excel 2021 Intermediate

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tech Center (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Already have a handle on the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2021?  Join us as we dive into some intermediate level tips and tricks!Registration required; register...

Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Already have a handle on the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2021?  Join us as we dive into some intermediate level tips and tricks!

Registration required; register online below or call 281-238-2140 to register.

Libraries closed for Easter Holiday

All Day 4/18 - 4/20
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open! You can access our: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digita...

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Branches:
George Memorial Library, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

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University Branch Culinary Club: Assorted Salads

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room #2 (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 #2 (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

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Tech Help

Monday, April 21, 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.

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Family Program: Magic of Harry Potter

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Step into the enchanting world of Harry Potter with a spellbinding magic show like no other! This spectacular performance combines dazzling illusions, mind-blowing magic, and side-...

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

Step into the enchanting world of Harry Potter with a spellbinding magic show like no other! This spectacular performance combines dazzling illusions, mind-blowing magic, and side-splitting comedy—all with a wizarding twist.

Pajama Night Story Time: Underwater Adventures

Monday, April 21, 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!

ESL Conversation Circle

ESL Conversation Circle

Monday, April 21, 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. 

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Power Point 101

Monday, April 21, 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 MS PowerPoint 2016. This class will show you how to create your own presentations. Attendees should be comfortable using a mouse.  Registration requir...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Learn the basics of MS PowerPoint 2016. This class will show you how to create your own presentations. Attendees should be comfortable using a mouse.  

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