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B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Craft)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft? Come share your ideas, show off your work, and perhaps get another crafter's expert eye and perspective. Meet and chat with your neighbors while you work on your craft. ...

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get inspir...

DIY T-Shirt Infinity Scarf

10:30am - 11:30am
Mamie George Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mamie George Branch Library
Room: Adult Services Department (Mamie George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Have an old T-shirt you are thinking about getting rid of?  Why not upcycle it instead by turning it into a gorgeous infinity scarf! Bring in an old T-shirt and we will teach you how to take that old garb and turn into a lovely accessory. All yo...

Craft Squad: Beaded Bonsai

2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Conference Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Learn how to make a beautiful beaded bonsai tree with beads, wire, and a rock.  No prior experience is needed.  This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of University Branch Library. Park inside the gated lot (VISITOR LOT 4).&...

Watercolor Wonders

10:30am - 12:30pm
Fulshear Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Watercolor classes are the perfect way to express yourself through painting! This monthly class is perfect for beginners, or those who have some experience in watercolors, and are eager to learn more. Explore watercolor painting through a wide variet...

3D Print a Bag Clip

10:30am - 12:00pm
Missouri City Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Learn the basics of 3D printing while designing a customized bag clip! Please bring a flash drive with you to download your print jobs. It is suggested you create a Tinkercad account. Registration is required. Register online or call 281-238-2100 ...

Sienna Art Club: Black Out Poetry

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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: 10
Description:
Get ready to get poetic! We’re going to be doing some fun black out poetry crafts with recycled library books. All supplies will be provided. Funds for materials generously provided by the Friends of the Sienna Branch Library. Registration r...

Crafty Creators: Macramé Keychains

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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: 1
Description:
Join us as we follow a simple macramé tutorial to make your very own wristlet keychain! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Missouri City Branch Library. Registration is required. Register online or call 281-238-2100 to sign up.&nbs...

YA Crafternoon: Origami

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Come craft with us at Mission Bend! This month we will be practicing our paper folding skills and making origami. This program is for students in grades 9 through 12. Registration required; register online, in person, or by calling 832-471-5908. ...

B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Craft)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft? Come share your ideas, show off your work, and perhaps get another crafter's expert eye and perspective. Meet and chat with your neighbors while you work on your craft. ...

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get inspir...

Hooks and Yarn Craft Group

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Looking for a place to show off your knitting, crocheting or other needlework skills? Come meet with your friends or make some new ones while catching up on your “stitches.” Some materials will be available for experimentation, but attendees are r...

Craft & Chat

10:15am - 12:00pm
Albert George Branch Library
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:
Bring your crafting project to work on and meet others with similar interests. Share ideas, get tips and inspiration, and learn something new! Please bring your own materials to finish a project or start a new one. This program is for adults ag...

Watercolor Basics

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:
Join us to learn the basics of watercolor painting.  After a brief overview, participants will get a chance to practice techniques they learn by painting a picture.  Limited supplies are available.  Materials are provided by the Friend...

No Glitter Please Craft Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
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. Please bri...

Bad-Art Day

2:00pm - 3:30pm
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:
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.” Registration required; please register online, in-person, or by calli...

Libraries Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Some Branches
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: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digital magazines Digital Resources & Databases Chat with a li...

Art & Craft Supply Swap

11:00am - 2:00pm
University Branch Library
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.  Donate your unwanted arts & crafts...

DIY Glitter Jars

2:00pm - 3:00pm
First Colony Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Health/Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Registration 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. Registration required; please register online, in-person, or b...

Tissue Paper Flowers

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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 required; register online, in person, or by calling 832-471-5908. ...

Nifty Needlers

10:30am - 12:30pm
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets the third Tuesday of each month. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is required. ...

Sewing by Hand Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
Join us for our Sewing by Hand Club and follow our step-by-step instructions to create a zipper pouch by hand sewing.  Limited supplies are available. Materials are provided by the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library. This program is...

Bargello Trinket Tray

10:30am - 12:00pm
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: 7
Description:
Bargello is a type of needlepoint embroidery consisting of upright flat stitches laid in a mathematical pattern to create motifs. In this class, attendees will learn how to use this technique to create a lovely and useful trinket tray. Funds for m...

Crafty Stitches

11:00am - 12:00pm
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Looking for a place to show off your knitting, crochet or other needlework skills? Come meet with your friends or make some new ones while catching up on your “stitches.” Please bring your own project and materials. This conversation group meets the ...

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