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Early Financial Literacy Series: Insurance Basics

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Workshop, Business/Finance
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Participants will get an overview of insurance types -- including health, auto, and renters’ – and why they are an important part of financial planning.  This program is ...

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

Participants will get an overview of insurance types -- including health, auto, and renters’ – and why they are an important part of financial planning.  This program is for students in grades 9 through 12 and sponsored by the Friends of

Creative Connections: Coding Hour

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades
Description:

 Practice basic coding skills by completing challenges in Scratch. This month’s theme is Magic! This program is for kids in grades 4-8 only. Space is limited to 20 participant...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Fulshear)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Workshop, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

 

Practice basic coding skills by completing challenges in Scratch. This month’s theme is Magic! This program is for kids in grades 4-8 only. Space is limited to 20 participants!

Poetry Month Workshop

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Join, First Colony Community Member, Lynne for a poetry workshop. Attendees will have the chance to meet, share poetry and book works, and write poems over different randomized top...

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Join, First Colony Community Member, Lynne for a poetry workshop. Attendees will have the chance to meet, share poetry and book works, and write poems over different randomized topics.

Social Media and College Admissions

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

How can teens use social media to their advantage in the college admissions process? Come hear expert tips from Kathy Rose, the Executive Director of CollegeCommunityCareer. T...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

How can teens use social media to their advantage in the college admissions process? Come hear expert tips from Kathy Rose, the Executive Director of CollegeCommunityCareer. 

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Young Adult Advisory Council

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

The Mission Bend Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets monthly to express ideas, organize upcoming young adult activities, and suggest new teen programs for the branch. Come ea...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

The Mission Bend Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets monthly to express ideas, organize upcoming young adult activities, and suggest new teen programs for the branch.

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Young Adult Advisory Council

Monday, April 28, 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...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2B (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
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. 

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Yoga & Mindfulness with Zen Kidz TX (Grades K-5)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Elementary
Description:

Join Zen Kidz TX for a fun and engaging yoga and mindfulness class designed just for kids! This interactive session will introduce young learners to simple yoga poses, breathing ex...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Join Zen Kidz TX for a fun and engaging yoga and mindfulness class designed just for kids!

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Yoga & Mindfulness with Zen Kidz TX (Grades 3-8)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades
Description:

Older kids and tweens are invited to join Zen Kidz TX for a yoga and mindfulness class designed to promote relaxation, focus, and emotional well-being. This session will introduce ...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Older kids and tweens are invited to join Zen Kidz TX for a yoga and mindfulness class designed to promote relaxation, focus, and emotional well-being.

Libraries Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
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, Virtual Programs

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...

Closing
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, Virtual Programs
Description:

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

You can access our:

Libraries closed for Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Juneteenth

All Day
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/4 - 7/6
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Fair Day

All Day
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Veterans Day

All Day
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/30
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...

Closing
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:

Libraries closed for Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/25 - 12/28
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, The Pinnacle Senior Center 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...

Closing
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, The Pinnacle Senior Center 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:

Libraries closed at 5 pm for New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
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, Virtual Programs

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!You can access our:eLibraryStream movies and musicDownload e-books, e-audiobooks, and digital magazinesDigital Resou...

Closing
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, Virtual Programs
Description:

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

You can access our:

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