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Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Dungeons and Dragons 5e Adventure

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult
Mamie George Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Room: Adult Services Department (Mamie George)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Join us as we go off on adventure to save the realm in the table top role-playing game of Dungeons and Dragons 5e; DMed by your local librarian here at the Mamie George Branch Library!  If you have never played before, no worries!  We wi

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

The Learning Lounge

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

For students in grades 9-12.

Head on over to the library to prepare for exams in a themed study hall!

Supplies generously provided by the Friends of George Memorial Library.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

The Craft Studio: Shaker Card

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

This month at our craft studio, join us for a fun and creative class on making shaker cards!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

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

Writer's Block

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Struggling with a story? Can’t seem to get it write? Join us for a writer’s night at the library. This program will go over writing basics, themes, techniques, and how to unlock that writer’s block!

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

Game Night!

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Check out the Game Night at the Fulshear Branch Library! We’ll have popular board games such as Catan, Life, and Monopoly; popular card games such as Uno, Spot It, and Spades; and other games available for use. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Swoon Society Book Club: “Romantic Comedy”

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Do you enjoy swoony love stories? Do you crave romantic happy endings? This is the book club for you! All romance enthusiasts are welcome!

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

Microsoft PowerPoint 2019 Basics

10:00am - 11:00am
Young Adult, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Are you struggling with creating and editing PowerPoint presentations? Then join us for Microsoft PowerPoint 2019 Basics. 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

10:00am - 5:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
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 "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

10:15am - 12:00pm
Adult
Sugar Land Branch Library
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 "Adult" group.

Day Readers Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us in a discussion of At the Water's Edge by Sara Gruen! New book club members are always welcome! Day Readers meet on the second Tuesday of each month. No registration is required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
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.

Watercolor 101: Sailboat Landscape

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Come learn the basics of watercolors and create a simple painting. This painting is a beach and sailboat scene inspired by the Gulf Coast.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
George Memorial Library
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

10:00am - 5:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
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!

Family-History Research The Story of Indianola

10:30am - 11:30am
George Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Description:

Join us for a Family-History Research class, "The Story of Indianola" on Wednesday, May 14 from 10:30-11:30 am. Indianola was once a thriving port city that was even larger than Galveston. It was located in Matagorda Bay in Calhoun County.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Microsoft Word 2021 Basics

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Sugar Land Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Learn some of the fundamental features of Microsoft Word 2021.

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Safety

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Computers and the internet can be powerful tools, but it’s important to know how to protect yourself when using them.  Join us for Computer Safety.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Career-Change Workshop

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Business/Finance
Description:

Join Branch Manager Ariel Hess for a workshop on changing careers. During this session, she will cover topics such as identifying career goals, resume best practices, and more.

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.

Study Lounge

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Looking for a quiet place to study, prepare for exams, and engage with others from your school.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Young Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Fulshear Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets every month to express ideas, organize upcoming young adult activities, and suggest new teen programs for the library.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us on Wednesday, May 14 at 6 pm, for a lively discussion of Daughters of the Flower Fragrant Garden, by Zhuqing Li. This novel tells the story of sisters Jun and Hong, who, separated by the Chinese Civil War, navigated

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Crafty Creators: Coffee Filter Flowers

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Try your hand at making unique faux flowers using coffee filters and wire stems.