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Events at Cinco Ranch Branch Library This Week

May 07 2023

Your local library has lots going on this week for all ages, so be sure to stop by and check out these free programs! 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, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The library is closed on Sundays. Conveniently located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy across from LaCenterra, your Cinco Ranch Branch Library is the perfect place to spend a few hours learning and exploring!

MONDAY, May 8

(No events)

TUESDAY, May 9

Cinco Craft Club

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in the Conference Room

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, May 10

Learning LinkedIn

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the Computer Lab

Learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account and how to make it look professional. Seating is limited so registration is required. Register here.

THURSDAY, May 11

The Butler Did It Mystery Book Club

"The Widows of Malabar Hill" written by Sujata Massey

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the Conference Classroom

Join us for our mystery book club where we will discuss the book "The Widows of Malabar Hill" written by Sujata Massey. You may request this month's selection at the circulation desk at Cinco Ranch Branch Library. Registration is not required. New members are always welcome.

FRIDAY, May 12

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room

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.

SATURDAY, May 13

Ancient Civilizations & Empires: Rome

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in the Meeting Room

Sheba Akhtar, author and assistant professor of art and architecture, will present a fascinating history of Ancient Rome in the early centuries. Continuing the legacy left by the earlier architects of the Greek world, the Romans uniquely combined existing techniques with creative design to produce a whole range of new architectural structures such as the basilica, triumphal arch, monumental aqueduct, amphitheater. Learn about the renowned Roman architects of this ancient era. Registration is not required.

SUNDAY, May 14

(Closed)

About Cinco Ranch Branch Library

The Cinco Ranch Branch Library opened as a mini-branch, called Katy/Fort Bend Branch Library, in June 1998, in a small room on the University of Houston’s Cinco Ranch campus. It was operated entirely by volunteers. Rapidly outgrowing its small space, the branch was moved in 1999 to the former sales office of the Cinco Ranch development company, as a result of efforts led by the Katy/Fort Bend Friends of the Library. The little library’s collection, services and programming was very limited by space, and as the community continued to expand, demand for a larger library increased. The late Judge Jim Adolphus negotiated the donation of a library site from Cinco Ranch developer Terrabrook, secured a challenge grant, and co-hosted (with county judge candidate Bob Hebert) a fundraising gala for the challenge grant. The community, led by the small but effective Friends organization, worked with county officials to find funds for the construction of the new 33,500-square-foot building. The new library opened for business April 3, 2004.