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

YA: 1,000 Origami Cranes Challenge

All Day 9/3 - 9/26
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join Mission Bend Branch Library in September for the 1,000 Origami Crane Challenge. We aim to fold and display 1,000 origami cranes in honor of the International Day of Peace on September 21, 2024.

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

10:00am - 4:00pm
Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
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 "Everyone" group.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone
Albert George Branch Library
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

Social Security Administration - Pre-retirement Presentation

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Description:

Shonobay Jones from the Social Security Administration will be leading a pre-retirement presentation on Social Security. The SSA session will cover eligibility for Retirement, Survivors, Spousal, and Medicare benefits.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Creative Connections - Create Your Own Fantasy World

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

For grades 4-8. Join us to create your own fantasy world. Participants will draw, plan, and ink their own map of the world they create.

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

Craft Circle

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Whether you are a beginner, an expert, or somewhere in between, join us for a fun afternoon of learning and skill sharing with other artists and crafters. Please bring a project you are working on to share with the group.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Craft Squad Social

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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 ins

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

9:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone
Albert George Branch Library
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Library book sale! Browse a wide selection of adult and children’s books, magazines, puzzles, movies, and music, all at prices that are hard to beat.

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

10:00am - 4:00pm
Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
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 "Infant-Preschool" group.

Preschool Story Lab: All About Autumn!

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

A creative story time that encourages children to discover and explore STEM concepts.

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

Special Family Program: Mr. Leo's Magic & Puppet Show

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Everyone
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Everyone
Description:

Join Mr. Leo for an interactive show including puppets, dancing, marionettes, magic, and music! Perfect for the whole family to enjoy! Space is limited. This program is made possible by the Friends of the First Colony Branch Library.

This event is in the "Infant-Preschool" group.
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Celebrate Ballet Folklorico!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult, Everyone
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater
Age Group: Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult, Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performances
Description:

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Ballet Folklorico Herencia Mexicana de Houston returns to George Memorial Library for a celebration of Hispanic Heritage art and dance!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Heavy Inks Graphic Novel Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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 My Love Story Vol. 1 by Kazune Kawahara. Copies are available at the Reference Desk. No registration required.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Creative Connection: Greg Heffley's School Dayz - Art Class

11:30am - 12:30pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

We're back in school and our favorite elective is Art Class. Come make your own comic strip scene to add to your diary. This program is for children in grades 4-8 only! Registration is not required, but space is limited.

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

Taste of Mexico Cooking Demonstration: Calabicitas

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
University Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Explore Mexican cuisine in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month!  In this hands-on cooking demonstration, Chef Crys from MoonLyte Cooking, will teach us how to prepare calabicitas, a refreshing and healthy Mexican vegetable dish.  MoonLyte C

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

YA: Origami Crane Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Learn how to fold origami cranes in honor of the International Day of Peace on September 21, 2024. Origami paper and recycled scrap paper will be provided.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Active Adult Series: Popcorn And a Movie: Notting Hill, PG-13

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Romance? Check. 1990s Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant? Check. Hugh Grant plays a bookstore-owning romantic interest? Check.  Snacks? Check.

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

10:00am - 8:00pm
Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
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 "Infant-Preschool" group.

Mother Goose

10:30am - 11:15am
Infant-Preschool
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant-Preschool
Description:

Mother Goose Time provides caregiver/infant multi-sensory circle-time activities -- including simple sign language, folksongs and lullabies, and finger plays -- that are especially designed to stimulate babies’ social, emotional, and physical deve

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2A (Sienna)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

This month, we will be discussing Nowhere Girl by Cheryl Diamond. 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.

Intro to Cross Stitch for Teens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Sugar Land Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Everything old is new again!  Come learn the basics of this age-old hobby, including what supplies you’ll need, the basics of starting a project, and all the stitches you’ll need, and create a small project to take home!

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

Pajama Night Story Time: Let's Sign

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

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age appropriate take-home craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

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

Pajama Night Story Time: Hello Fall!

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Everyone
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant-Preschool, Elementary, Everyone
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!