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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

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Age Group
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Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Infant" group.

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullab...

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Time - What's the Weather Today?

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories and a craft for preschool children.  Recommended for ages 3-6 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Travel/Things that Go!

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.Click her...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Infant" group.

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 1 month to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. Th

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 29, 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!

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Colors

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable t...

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

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Preschool Story Time: Travel/Things that Go!

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is li...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health/Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join us to learn how to keep your brain and body healthy as you age and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health/Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Join us to learn how to keep your brain and body healthy as you age and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, April 29, 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

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

Buying and Selling on Ebay

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Have you ever wanted to sell something on eBay but don’t know where to start? This class will walk you through opening up your own eBay shop, some common errors you should look out...

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

Have you ever wanted to sell something on eBay but don’t know where to start? This class will walk you through opening up your own eBay shop, some common errors you should look out for, and tips for keeping your shop going! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Wednesday, April 30, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
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!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Family Story Time Unplugged: Dogs

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:30am
Children's Corner (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Because elections are taking place in the Meeting Room, we will temporarily have a slight change in our story time schedule. Families with children of all ages are invited to ...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Because elections are taking place in the Meeting Room, we will temporarily have a slight change in our story time schedule.

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time - What's the Weather Today?

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool
Description:

Parent/child activity time for toddlers.  Recommended for ages 1-3 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Parent/child activity time for toddlers.  Recommended for ages 1-3 years.  We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time Story Time: April Showers

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Dance Party

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Travel/Things that Go!

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.Click her...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Family Story Time Unplugged: Dogs

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Corner (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Because elections are taking place in the Meeting Room, we will temporarily have a slight change in our story time schedule. Families with children of all ages are invited to ...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Because elections are taking place in the Meeting Room, we will temporarily have a slight change in our story time schedule.

This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Colors

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable t...

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

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Microsoft Excel: Intro to Pivot Tables

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

Are you familiar with Microsoft Excel and want to learn the program's more advanced functions? This class will introduce you to pivot tables - a powerful Excel tool that can help y...

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

Are you familiar with Microsoft Excel and want to learn the program's more advanced functions? This class will introduce you to pivot tables - a powerful Excel tool that can help you to summarize, analyze, and present your data.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Need tech help? Book a one-on-one training session at the library! Our tech savvy library staff is available to assist you with email, internet, and e-reader qu...

Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Need tech help? Book a one-on-one training session at the library! Our tech savvy library staff is available to assist you with email, internet, and e-reader questions.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Time: April Showers

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Preschool Story Time: Dance Party

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Special After-School Break: Game Day!

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary
Description:

Children in grades K-5 are invited to participate in a game day to celebrate all of the fun we've had this year in After-School Break. We will have a variety of carnival games, cra...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Children in grades K-5 are invited to participate in a game day to celebrate all of the fun we've had this year in After-School Break.