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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. 

Upcoming Events

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Age Group
Program Type
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Ongoing Events

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

Cinco Craft Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
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 "Adult" group.

AARP Tax Preparation

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Sienna Branch Library
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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

After School Break: Time to Paint

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Elementary
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us on Tuesday, March 25, at 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Meeting Room for a fun-filled painting session designed for students in grades K-5.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
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 "Elementary" group.

After-School Break: Springtime Flowerpots

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Elementary
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Participants will paint and decorate their own flowerpots with bright colors, spring-themed stickers, yarn, buttons and a special finishing of decoupage. Create a one-of-a-king masterpiece!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Middle Grade Advisory Council

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Middle Grades
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Description:

Tweens can earn volunteer-service hours by participating in First Colony Branch Library's Middle Grade Advisory Council, where they can express ideas, help organize upcoming activities, and suggest new programs and books that woul

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

Pajama Night Story Time - Dinosaurs

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library in our meeting room. Crafts will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

YA Crochet and Craft Circle

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult
Sienna Branch Library
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 "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!

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

Family Story Time - Dinosaurs

10:15am - 10:45am
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. 

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

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

Family Story Time - Pigs

10:15am - 10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
Albert George Branch Library
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

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

Family Story Time: Pizza

10:15am - 10:45am
Preschool, Elementary
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program.

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 - Music

10:15am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool
Mission Bend Branch Library
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: Sweet Treats

10:15am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool
Sienna Branch Library
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: Construction!

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
Fulshear Branch Library
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.

Toddler Time: Elephants

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschool
First Colony Branch Library
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 "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Time: Dogs

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool
University Branch Library
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 "Infant" group.

Mother Goose

10:30am - 11:15am
Infant
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Multi-sensory activity time for pre-walking infants 0-12 months of age and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Class: Power Point 101

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Mamie George Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Room: Adult Services Department (Mamie George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Join us as we go over the basics of using Power Point! We will learn how to create a slide show, add text, images and animations to slides, as well as how to apply themes to your presentation

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

Adult Craft: I-Cord Keychain

10:30am - 12:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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 "Adult" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

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: 14
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: Sweet Treats

11:15am - 12:00pm
Preschool
Sienna Branch Library
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 "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Family Story Time - Dinosaurs

11:30am - 12:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. 

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.