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Enrichment for All at Your Local Libraries This Week

February 25 2024

Your local libraries have lots of fun, engaging activities coming up this week for all ages. Check out the lineup of free programming and get plugged in!

The Cinco Ranch Branch Library is open on Monday from 12:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Tuesday from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM, Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Friday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday closed. Conveniently located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy, your Cinco Ranch Branch Library is the perfect place to spend a few hours learning and exploring.

The newest addition to the Fort Bend County Libraries family, Fulshear Branch Library, is open on Monday from 12:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Thursday from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM, Friday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday closed. Fulshear Branch Library is located at 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, Texas 77441.

Monday, February 26

AARP Tax Assistance @ 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Cinco Ranch Branch Library | 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy, TX 77494

Representatives from AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns.

Bring the following items to your appointment: photo ID; Social Security card(s) for self, spouse, and all dependents; last year's tax return; W-2, 1099s, and any other compensation received in 2023; unemployment compensation statements; and any other documents necessary to complete your return.
Income tax forms are no longer available at the libraries, but you may use the libraries' computers and printers to download and print the forms from the IRS website, www.irs.gov, during regular library hours. A library card is needed to use the printers, and the cost to print is 10¢ per black-and-white page.

For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311.

Pajama Night Story Time: Yeehaw! Howdy! Rodeo! @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

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

Night Readers Book Club @ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

Join the Night Readers Book Club to connect with other readers and enjoy books together. The Night Readers Book Club meets the last Monday of the month at 6:30 pm. New members are always welcome! No registration required. This month's pick is Violeta by Isabel Allende. Copies are available at the check out desk.

Tuesday, February 27

Toddler Time: Yeehaw! Howdy! Rodeo! @ 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

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.

Preschool Story Time: Yeehaw! Howdy! Rodeo! @ 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

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.

Cinco Craft Club @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cinco Ranch Branch Library | 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy, TX 77494

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. While you work on your project, you may share tips, get ideas and inspiration, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow craft enthusiasts. We hope these meetings will allow you to chat and network with other crafters who enjoy art or needlework.

Wednesday, February 28

Toddler Time: Yeehaw! Howdy! Rodeo! @ 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

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.

After-School Break: Symmetry Aliens @ 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

Experiment with symmetry to make your very own alien! Children in grades K-5 are invited to participate in this STEAM based craft. Supplies for this program are made possible by the Friends of the Fulshear Branch Library.

Fulshear Young Adult Book Club @ 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

Join the Fulshear Young Adult Book Club every last Wednesday of each month! This month will be a meet and-greet. We'll meet each other, discuss the direction of the book club, and chat about the books we love and what are currently reading! New book club members are always welcome! No registration is required.

Thursday, February 29

Mother Goose Time @ 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

Mother Goose Time is a 30-minute multi-sensory activity time designed for pre-walkers from 0-12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development. This program has limited attendance and can only accommodate 15 infants.

Study Hall @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

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.

Special Creative Connections: Camouflage Challenge @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Fulshear Branch Library | 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441

How well can you hide? Color a butterfly to blend in with the library and see if you can go undetected! This program is for youth in grades 4-8 only.

Friday, March 1

ESL Conversation Circle @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Cinco Ranch Branch Library | 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy, TX 77494

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.