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March 12, 2025: Click here to read an important letter from the Library Director.

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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. 

Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 2B (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Have a say in the types of materials the library buys for young adults! Gain volunteer hours! Help out in community projects! Materials are provided courtesy of Friends of the...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2B (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Have a say in the types of materials the library buys for young adults! Gain volunteer hours! Help out in community projects! 

Materials are provided courtesy of Friends of the George Memorial Library. 

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

Tech Help Hour

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

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

Tabletop Society: Anomia

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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

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

Microsoft Excel 101

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Stumped by spreadsheets, confused by cells? Come and learn the basics of Microsoft Office Excel.This class is for adults and teens, 14 years and older and will be in the Computer L...

Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Stumped by spreadsheets, confused by cells? Come and learn the basics of Microsoft Office Excel.

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

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

Cinco Craft Club

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Whatever experience level you are at - from beginner to advanced - anyone who enjoys any type of crafting is welcome to attend.  These meetings are drop-in events where those ...

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Whatever experience level you are at - from beginner to advanced - anyone who enjoys any type of crafting is welcome to attend.  These meetings are drop-in events where those attending bring their projects and their own crafting supplies.&nbs

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Games, Exhibit/Displays, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

The Missouri City Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets the fourth Tuesday of the month to share ideas, plan upcoming activities for young adults, and propose new teen programs...

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Games, Exhibit/Displays, Arts & Crafts
Description:

The Missouri City Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets the fourth Tuesday of the month to share ideas, plan upcoming activities for young adults, and propose new teen programs for the branch.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

YA Crochet and Craft Circle

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
YA Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Are you interested in learning the basics of crochet or just want a place to hang out and work on your next crafting project? High school students are invited to bring their projec...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: YA Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Are you interested in learning the basics of crochet or just want a place to hang out and work on your next crafting project?

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

Adult Craft: I-Cord Keychain

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Interested in making a unique, handmade keychain? Learn how to use a loom to knit an I-Cord, then use wire and a pattern template to turn it into a keychain. All supplies will...

Required
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Interested in making a unique, handmade keychain? Learn how to use a loom to knit an I-Cord, then use wire and a pattern template to turn it into a keychain. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Fulshear Young Adult Book Club

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Join the Fulshear Young Adult Book Club every last Wednesday of each month! This month we'll discuss I am Malala by Malala Yousfzai. New book club members are always welc...

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

Join the Fulshear Young Adult Book Club every last Wednesday of each month! This month we'll discuss I am Malala by Malala Yousfzai. New book club members are always welcome! No registration is required.


 

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

Weiss Financial Ratings

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Computer Lab (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn about Weiss Financial Ratings, a resource that provides powerful tools for individuals who want to protect their finances, invest wisely, grow their wealth, and learn more ab...

Required
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Learn about Weiss Financial Ratings, a resource that provides powerful tools for individuals who want to protect their finances, invest wisely, grow their wealth, and learn more about financial management.  

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

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

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

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!

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

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?

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

YA Game Day: Ticket to Ride

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Play Ticket to Ride, a game of building railroads across North America, on a quest to connect cities and complete tickets. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of th...

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

Play Ticket to Ride, a game of building railroads across North America, on a quest to connect cities and complete tickets. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the University Branch Library.

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

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
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.

Building Club

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Love legos? Are you a building aficionado? Come join us for Building Club! Participants can either "free build" or challenge themselves by completing a challenge card! Building Clu...

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

Love legos? Are you a building aficionado? Come join us for Building Club! Participants can either "free build" or challenge themselves by completing a challenge card! Building Club is for families with children of all ages.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Video Game Night

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
YA Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Come and go as you please to play video games on Nintendo Switch and Xbox One! This program meets the first Tuesday of the month in the YA Room.Funds for materials generously provi...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: YA Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Come and go as you please to play video games on Nintendo Switch and Xbox One! This program meets the first Tuesday of the month in the YA Room.

Funds for materials generously provided by the Friends of the Sienna Branch Library.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

YA Creative Crew

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Unleash your creativity in our teen art club!  Draw, paint, collage, crochet, or bring in any artsy project YOU want to work on.  Some basic supplies will be provided, bu...

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

Unleash your creativity in our teen art club!  Draw, paint, collage, crochet, or bring in any artsy project YOU want to work on.  Some basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring in your own.

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

Library Careers

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn about library careers from our panel of librarians! They'll discuss their roles, day-to-day activities, and responsibilities they have for the library. Additionally, they'll ...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Learn about library careers from our panel of librarians! They'll discuss their roles, day-to-day activities, and responsibilities they have for the library.

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

Friends of First Colony Book Sale

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Come join the Friends of First Colony Branch Library for their book sale. There are many great items to choose from, including new releases, fiction, nonfiction, children’s, classi...

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Come join the Friends of First Colony Branch Library for their book sale. There are many great items to choose from, including new releases, fiction, nonfiction, children’s, classics, along with DVDs and CDs.