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This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to join us to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to join us to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

No Glitter Please Craft Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Need a time and space to work on your craft project while also chatting with fellow crafters to get tips and show off your progress? Come to the No Glitter Please Craft Club! No Gl...

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Need a time and space to work on your craft project while also chatting with fellow crafters to get tips and show off your progress? Come to the No Glitter Please Craft Club! No Glitter Please will meet every third Thursday at 2:00 p.m.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Writer's Workshop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registrati...

Required
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registration required.

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

Bad-Art Day

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Want to do something creative without the pressure of making something perfect? Come to our Bad-Art Day! Using various materials, you can create a masterpiece or a “disasterpiece.”...

Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:

Want to do something creative without the pressure of making something perfect? Come to our Bad-Art Day!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Study Hall

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Do you need a place to study? Try the Study Hall at the Fulshear Branch Library! Our computer lab room is a designated study space every Thursday. Computers are available for use. ...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult
Description:

Do you need a place to study? Try the Study Hall at the Fulshear Branch Library! Our computer lab room is a designated study space every Thursday. Computers are available for use.

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: 27
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Microsoft Excel 2021 Intermediate

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tech Center (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Already have a handle on the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2021?  Join us as we dive into some intermediate level tips and tricks! Registration required; regi...

Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Already have a handle on the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2021?  Join us as we dive into some intermediate level tips and tricks!

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

Libraries Closed for Staff Development Day

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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.

Art & Craft Supply Swap

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

It’s time to clean out the craft closet!  If you’re a crafter or artist who needs to reduce your stash or someone who is looking for a new craft hobby, join us for our arts &a...

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

It’s time to clean out the craft closet!  If you’re a crafter or artist who needs to reduce your stash or someone who is looking for a new craft hobby, join us for our arts & craft supply swap. 

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

Budgeting 101

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Workshop, Business/Finance
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Come and learn the value of creating and maintaining a budget, identifying needs versus wants with expenses, strategies to build a budget to pay off debt, and learn some core habit...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Business/Finance
Description:

Come and learn the value of creating and maintaining a budget, identifying needs versus wants with expenses, strategies to build a budget to pay off debt, and learn some core habits to practice and maintain financial health.

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

DIY Glitter Jars

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Health/Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn how to make calming glitter jars! Designed to soothe and relax, the swirling patterns created by glitter, water, and food coloring in a jar are ideal for calming people of al...

Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Health/Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:

Learn how to make calming glitter jars! Designed to soothe and relax, the swirling patterns created by glitter, water, and food coloring in a jar are ideal for calming people of all ages.

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.

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

Let's Talk Mental Health: Managing Anxiety

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Health/Wellness
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Trouble managing anxiety at work, school or elsewhere? Join us as local mental health professional, Nicole Ponce gives us tips and tricks for keeping your anxiety under control in ...

Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Health/Wellness
Description:

Trouble managing anxiety at work, school or elsewhere? Join us as local mental health professional, Nicole Ponce gives us tips and tricks for keeping your anxiety under control in various situations.

No registration required.

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

Tissue Paper Flowers

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn how to create tissue paper flowers, in honor of National Flower Month. These eye-catching and easy-to-make flowers can be used for parties and home décor. Registration req...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Learn how to create tissue paper flowers, in honor of National Flower Month. These eye-catching and easy-to-make flowers can be used for parties and home décor.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

MS PowerPoint 101

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Learn some of the fundamental features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2021. Registration required; please register online, in-person, or by calling 281-238-2817. Registration opens May 6,...

Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Learn some of the fundamental features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2021. Registration required; please register online, in-person, or by calling 281-238-2817. Registration opens May 6, 2024.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

How to Use Your E-Reader

Monday, May 20, 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 "Adult" group.

Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room 2A (Sienna) at Sienna Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

This month, we will be discussing The Falcon Thief by Joshua Hammer. This title is available in print. Please call Sienna Branch Library at 281-238-2900 to check on the availabi...

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

This month, we will be discussing The Falcon Thief by Joshua Hammer. This title is available in print.

Please call Sienna Branch Library at 281-238-2900 to check on the availability of print copies.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Board Game Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Board games are more than just a rainy day activity – and they’re more than just Monopoly!  Staff will teach you the basics of new classics and niche titles alike - come explo...

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Board games are more than just a rainy day activity – and they’re more than just Monopoly!  Staff will teach you the basics of new classics and niche titles alike - come explore the wild, wonderful, and weird world of board games with us!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Craft Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Working on a craft? Bring it to the Fulshear Branch Library! If you don’t have a craft to work on, a DIY project will be provided. Registration is required for those needing DIY pr...

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Working on a craft? Bring it to the Fulshear Branch Library! If you don’t have a craft to work on, a DIY project will be provided. Registration is required for those needing DIY projects.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Dungeons and Dragons 5e TTRPG Adventure

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult Services Department (Mamie George) at Mamie George Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Young Adult
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 Libr...

Required
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Room: Adult Services Department (Mamie George)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Games
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computers 101

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Digital Resources, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Learn the basics of computer use. Newcomers to computers can also learn and improve mouse and typing skills. Registration required; register online, in person, or by calling 832...

Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Digital Resources, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Learn the basics of computer use. Newcomers to computers can also learn and improve mouse and typing skills.

Registration required; register online, in person, or by calling 832-471-5908.