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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Description:

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are h...

Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

Saturday Morning Cartoons and Cereal

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Kick back and relax during this come and go Saturday morning program - watch cartoon favorites on the big screen while enjoying a cereal buffet. Bring a blanket and get cozy!Regist...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Kick back and relax during this come and go Saturday morning program - watch cartoon favorites on the big screen while enjoying a cereal buffet. Bring a blanket and get cozy!

Registration recommended.

AARP Tax Preparation

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
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. Appointments can be made for Mond...

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.

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
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 n...

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!

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.

Special Family Program: Puppet Making Workshop

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Description:

Families with children of all ages are invited to a Puppet Making Workshop! Join us to enjoy a puppet show and to create your very own puppet show! Attendees will have the opportun...

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Description:

Families with children of all ages are invited to a Puppet Making Workshop! Join us to enjoy a puppet show and to create your very own puppet show!

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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!

Family-History Research: Using and Finding Historic Newspapers for Genealogy

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Description:

We will cover the various types of information that can be found in newspapers and how they can fill in gaps in your family history. We will also discuss how to find newspapers and...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Description:

We will cover the various types of information that can be found in newspapers and how they can fill in gaps in your family history. We will also discuss how to find newspapers and get access to them.

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.

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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.

Creative Connection: Hoops & Books

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades
Description:

Join us for "Hoops & Books: March Madness Middle Grade Challenge" at the library! This exciting program combines the thrill of basketball with a passion for reading. Kiddos wil...

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for "Hoops & Books: March Madness Middle Grade Challenge" at the library! This exciting program combines the thrill of basketball with a passion for reading.

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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.

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YA: Self-Care Workshop

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Health/Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Treat yourself to some sweet self-care by making your own sugar scrub. The concoctions you create in the program are yours to take home. This program is free to attend. This progra...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Health/Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Treat yourself to some sweet self-care by making your own sugar scrub. The concoctions you create in the program are yours to take home. This program is free to attend. This program is for students in grades 9 through 12. 

 

AARP Tax Preparation

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
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. Appointments can be made for Mond...

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.

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
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 n...

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!

Mother Goose

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant
Description:

Mother Goose Time provides caregiver/infant multi-sensory circle-time activities -- including simple sign language, folksongs and lullabies, and finger plays -- that are especially...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time provides caregiver/infant multi-sensory circle-time activities -- including simple sign language, folksongs and lullabies, and finger plays -- that are especially designed to stimulate babies’ social, emotional, and physical deve

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.

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.

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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

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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.

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Teen Board Game Club

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Board games are more than just a rainy day activity – and they’re more than just Monopoly!  Staff will teach you the basics of new classics and niche titles alike - come explo...

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Board games are more than just a rainy day activity – and they’re more than just Monopoly!  Staff will teach you the basics of new classics and niche titles alike - come explore the wild, wonderful, and weird world of board games with us.

Teen Board-Game Night

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:30pm
Mamie George Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Middle Grades, Young Adult
Description:

Join us for a Board-Game Night here at the Mamie George Branch Library!  We will have some fun and interesting board and card games to choose from! Each Board-Game Night featu...

Required
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Age Group: Middle Grades, Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Join us for a Board-Game Night here at the Mamie George Branch Library!  We will have some fun and interesting board and card games to choose from!

Anime Community Club

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Teens who enjoy anime culture join to watch anime and participate in related activities such as crafts, recipes, and learning new skills.This month, we invite teens to come cr...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Teens who enjoy anime culture join to watch anime and participate in related activities such as crafts, recipes, and learning new skills.

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!

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