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How to Use Your E-Reader

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Do you have a new e-reader, but  you’re not sure how to use it? Bring your questions and your e-reader to George Memorial Library's walk-in clinic, where our staff can teach y...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Learning Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Description:

Do you have a new e-reader, but  you’re not sure how to use it?

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

Computers 101

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of computer use.

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Learn the basics of computer use.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Learning Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Learning Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances, Workshop, Exhibit/Displays
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Explore the many different cultures that make up Fort Bend County! Sample food from Lebanon, crafts from Japan, music from West Africa, fashion from Vietnam, dance from India and M...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Lobby (George Memorial)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances, Workshop, Exhibit/Displays
Description:

Explore the many different cultures that make up Fort Bend County! Sample food from Lebanon, crafts from Japan, music from West Africa, fashion from Vietnam, dance from India and Mexico, and more!

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

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Infant-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: Infant-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: Beginning Genealogy

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Description:

Learn about the genealogical information available at Fort Bend County Libraries for the beginning genealogical researcher.  The discussion will cover online resources such as...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Learn about the genealogical information available at Fort Bend County Libraries for the beginning genealogical researcher.  The discussion will cover online resources such as Ancestry.com and FamilySearch databases along with information ava

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- World Beats presented by Garage Arts Project

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Garage Arts Project presents -- World Beats! Join us on a foot-tapping trip around the world as we present to you drumming groups from India (Houston Parai Kuzhu), West Africa (Joy...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Garage Arts Project presents -- World Beats!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- Lamar Consolidated High School Mariachi Band

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Enjoy festive and authentic mariachi music from the Lamar Consolidated High School Mariachi Band! Come out and support our students as they perform classic mariachi music from all ...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Enjoy festive and authentic mariachi music from the Lamar Consolidated High School Mariachi Band! Come out and support our students as they perform classic mariachi music from all over.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- Taste of African Heritage

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health/Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Come celebrate and explore the flavors of the African diaspora with us! Join Erica Knighton from Prairie View A&M Extension as she presents A Taste of African Heritage.&nb...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health/Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Description:

Come celebrate and explore the flavors of the African diaspora with us!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- Discover Lebanon!

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lectures, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

The American Lebanese Cultural Center invites you to discover Lebanon! Explore the beautiful, diverse culture of Lebanon through music, food, traditional clothing, and more.  ...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Lectures, History/Genealogy
Description:

The American Lebanese Cultural Center invites you to discover Lebanon! Explore the beautiful, diverse culture of Lebanon through music, food, traditional clothing, and more.  Try their music instruments and sample some food!  

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- Ballet Folklorico with Danzas Folkloricos de Solei

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Enjoy a taste of Hispanic heritage with Ballet Folklorico! Danzas Folkloricos de Solei is a group of dancers ages 4 - 18 who will perform colorful, flamboyant dances and showcase t...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Enjoy a taste of Hispanic heritage with Ballet Folklorico! Danzas Folkloricos de Solei is a group of dancers ages 4 - 18 who will perform colorful, flamboyant dances and showcase their skills!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- Movement and Rhythm Exploration with Garage Arts Project

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:45pm - 1:30pm
Bohachevsky Gallery (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Garage Arts Project presents Movement and Rhythm Exploration.  Get a taste of dance styles from different cultures and join the fun! In this guided movement and rhythm explora...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Bohachevsky Gallery (George Memorial)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Garage Arts Project presents Movement and Rhythm Exploration.  Get a taste of dance styles from different cultures and join the fun!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- Incredible India

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lectures, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

We invite you to explore one of the most diverse and culturally rich countries in the world, presented by Unite and Inspire. India is known for its ancient history, vibrant trad...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Lectures, History/Genealogy
Description:

We invite you to explore one of the most diverse and culturally rich countries in the world, presented by Unite and Inspire.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Multicultural Festival -- World Beats, Finale

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Everyone
Description:

Join us for the World Beats - Finale, presented by Garage Arts Project! Watch as the Kaminari Taiko group from Japan bring their high-energy drumming to a vibrant crescendo in the ...

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Join us for the World Beats - Finale, presented by Garage Arts Project! Watch as the Kaminari Taiko group from Japan bring their high-energy drumming to a vibrant crescendo in the World Beats finale.

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

Typing for Beginners

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of typing on a keyboard.

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Learn the basics of typing on a keyboard.

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

MS PowerPoint Basics

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Computer Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of creating a slide presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019. This class covers: working with layouts inserting images and text understanding view mo...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:

Learn the basics of creating a slide presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019.

This class covers:

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Learning Lab (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Learning Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Room 2B (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Do you want to have some say in what type of materials the library buys for your age group?  Do you need volunteer hours?  Are you interested in doing community projects ...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2B (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Do you want to have some say in what type of materials the library buys for your age group?  Do you need volunteer hours?  Are you interested in doing community projects and working with people in your age group?  If any of these ar

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Book Break Book Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Please join us for a discussion of The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin    

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Please join us for a discussion of The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin

 

 

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

Story Spinners Writing Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Room 2C (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process...

Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

Libraries Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
George Memorial 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, 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:

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

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Infant-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: Infant-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.

Heavy Inks Graphic Novel Book Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Room 2B (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join us as we discuss They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.   Copies of the book are available at George Memorial Library.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2B (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us as we discuss They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.

 

Copies of the book are available at George Memorial Library.

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

John Acevedo, Flamenco Guitarist

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bohachevsky Gallery (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

John Acevedo will be performing Flamenco Guitar concert on this Saturday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.  Please come and enjoy his professional sounds of soothing jazz.

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Bohachevsky Gallery (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Music, Performances
Description:

John Acevedo will be performing Flamenco Guitar concert on this Saturday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.  Please come and enjoy his professional sounds of soothing jazz.