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Events in April 2022

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Mar 27, 2022
Mar 28, 2022
Mar 29, 2022
Mar 30, 2022(2 events)

10:30 am: Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library Offers Weekly In-Person Children’s Programs In March

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Mar 30, 2022

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library will present weekly, in-person Family Story Time at 10:30 am, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, starting March 8, in the Meeting Room of the library.

During Family Story Time, families with children of all ages will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes. Craft packets will be given out at the end of each program, so that children may take them home to enjoy.

Each week has a different theme. The schedule for March is as follows:

  • March 8 and 9 – Just Ducky!
  • March 15 and 16 – St. Patrick’s Day
  • March 22 and 23 – Hats & Shoes
  • March 29 and 30 – Things That Go

“Dog Man Day” – Thursday, March 17, 3:00 to 4:00 pm, Meeting Room. This school-age program is for youth in grades 1 through 5. During this come-and-go program, kids can participate in several different “Dog Man” themed stations, including ones for crafts, drawing, and inventions. There will also be a trivia contest with a prize! Materials for this program are generously made possible by the Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library.

These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library (281-633-4675) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).

The Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library is located at 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear.

11:30 am: Cinco Ranch Branch Library Offers Weekly In-Person Family Story Time In March

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Mar 30, 2022 – Mar 31, 2022

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present weekly, in-person Family Story Time on Wednesdays and Thursdays, beginning at 10:15 and 11:30 am, starting March 9.

During Family Story Time, families with children of all ages will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes. Craft packets will be given out at the end of each program, so that children may take them home to enjoy.

March 23 and 24 – Spring

March 30 and 31 – Dance Party

These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library system’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.

The Cinco Ranch Branch Library is located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy.
Mar 31, 2022(1 event)

11:30 am: Cinco Ranch Branch Library Offers Weekly In-Person Family Story Time In March

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Mar 30, 2022 – Mar 31, 2022

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present weekly, in-person Family Story Time on Wednesdays and Thursdays, beginning at 10:15 and 11:30 am, starting March 9.

During Family Story Time, families with children of all ages will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes. Craft packets will be given out at the end of each program, so that children may take them home to enjoy.

March 23 and 24 – Spring

March 30 and 31 – Dance Party

These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library system’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.

The Cinco Ranch Branch Library is located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy.
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Apr 6, 2022(1 event)

12:00 pm: Cinco Ranch Branch Library Book Clubs Announce April Reading Selections

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Apr 6, 2022

Share your love of reading with other book lovers at one of the book clubs that meet monthly at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. New members are always welcome.

The Literary Lunch League Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 6, beginning at 12:00 noon, in the Conference Classroom. The book to be discussed is The Essay, written by Robin Yocum. This title is available digitally as an ebook on hoopla; print copies are available at the check-out desk. This book club meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Those attending are invited to bring a lunch, if desired.

Members of the “The Butler Did It” Mystery Book Club meet on the second Thursday of the month, beginning at 2:00 pm, in the Conference Classroom. The book club discussion on Thursday, April 14, will be on The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie, written by Alan Bradley. This title is available in audio and digitally as an e-audiobook on OverDrive; print copies are available at the check-out desk.

The book clubs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
Apr 7, 2022
Apr 8, 2022
Apr 9, 2022
Apr 10, 2022
Apr 11, 2022
Apr 12, 2022
Apr 13, 2022
Apr 14, 2022(1 event)

2:00 pm: Cinco Ranch Branch Library Book Clubs Announce April Reading Selections

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Apr 14, 2022

Share your love of reading with other book lovers at one of the book clubs that meet monthly at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. New members are always welcome.

The Literary Lunch League Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 6, beginning at 12:00 noon, in the Conference Classroom. The book to be discussed is The Essay, written by Robin Yocum. This title is available digitally as an ebook on hoopla; print copies are available at the check-out desk. This book club meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Those attending are invited to bring a lunch, if desired.

Members of the “The Butler Did It” Mystery Book Club meet on the second Thursday of the month, beginning at 2:00 pm, in the Conference Classroom. The book club discussion on Thursday, April 14, will be on The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie, written by Alan Bradley. This title is available in audio and digitally as an e-audiobook on OverDrive; print copies are available at the check-out desk.

The book clubs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
Apr 15, 2022
Apr 16, 2022
Apr 17, 2022
Apr 18, 2022
Apr 19, 2022
Apr 20, 2022(1 event)

4:00 pm: Teens Earn Volunteer-Service Hours At Library’s Advisory Council

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Apr 20, 2022

Fort Bend County Libraries offers programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens in grades 9 through 12. The programs provide fun and challenging opportunities for these young adults, who are also encouraged to become active participants in designing and orchestrating new activities for teens in the library system.

In April, the Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present the following programs for the Young Adult community.

Young Adult Advisory Council – Wednesday, April 20, 4:00-5:00 pm, Conference Room. Teens in grades 9 through 12 are invited to express ideas, organize upcoming activities, and suggest new programs and books that would be of interest to young adults at the library. Earn volunteer/service hours and meet new friends while helping to shape the future of library services for teens! The YA Advisory Council meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Young Adult Book Club – Wednesday, April 27, 4:00-5:00 pm, Conference Classroom. Teen readers in grades 9 through 12 will have the opportunity to meet with others who share the same love for great books, and have a lively discussion on the reasons a book or its characters were liked or disliked. Those attending the book-club meeting this month are invited to talk about All the Crooked Saints, written by Maggie Stiefvater. This title is available in print and digitally as an e-audiobook on hoopla; call the library to check availability of additional print copies.

 These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).

The Cinco Ranch Branch Library is located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Apr 21, 2022
Apr 22, 2022(2 events)

12:00 pm: Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library Launches New Needlework Club

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Apr 22, 2022

Needlework enthusiasts are invited to help launch a new monthly “Nifty Needlers” club at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library on Friday, April 22, beginning at 12:00 noon, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear. Share tips, get ideas and inspiration, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow needlecrafters at this drop-in event!

People of all experience levels who enjoy any type of crocheting, knitting, or sewing are invited to attend to get other needlecrafters’ perspectives, critiques, and suggestions.

Those attending should bring their own yarn, strings, and needles to start or finish a project, while chatting, networking, and enjoying the company of fellow needlecrafters.

Samples of the library’s instructional books, magazines, and websites on various crafts will be available.

The program, which will meet on the 3rd Friday of every month, is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library (281-633-4675) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734). 

2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Conversation Circles

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Apr 22, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills.

The Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in April. The schedule is as follows:

Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27; 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room.

Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy

Fridays, April 8 and 22, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).
Apr 23, 2022(1 event)

2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Conversation Circles

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Apr 22, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills.

The Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in April. The schedule is as follows:

Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27; 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room.

Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy

Fridays, April 8 and 22, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).
Apr 24, 2022(1 event)

2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Conversation Circles

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Apr 22, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills.

The Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in April. The schedule is as follows:

Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27; 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room.

Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy

Fridays, April 8 and 22, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).
Apr 25, 2022(1 event)

2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Conversation Circles

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Apr 22, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills.

The Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in April. The schedule is as follows:

Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27; 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room.

Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy

Fridays, April 8 and 22, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).
Apr 26, 2022(1 event)

2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Conversation Circles

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Apr 22, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills.

The Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in April. The schedule is as follows:

Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27; 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room.

Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy

Fridays, April 8 and 22, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).
Apr 27, 2022(2 events)

2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Conversation Circles

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Apr 22, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills.

The Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in April. The schedule is as follows:

Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27; 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room.

Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy

Fridays, April 8 and 22, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).

4:00 pm: Teens Earn Volunteer-Service Hours At Library’s Advisory Council

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Apr 27, 2022

Fort Bend County Libraries offers programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens in grades 9 through 12. The programs provide fun and challenging opportunities for these young adults, who are also encouraged to become active participants in designing and orchestrating new activities for teens in the library system.

In April, the Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present the following programs for the Young Adult community.

Young Adult Advisory Council – Wednesday, April 20, 4:00-5:00 pm, Conference Room. Teens in grades 9 through 12 are invited to express ideas, organize upcoming activities, and suggest new programs and books that would be of interest to young adults at the library. Earn volunteer/service hours and meet new friends while helping to shape the future of library services for teens! The YA Advisory Council meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Young Adult Book Club – Wednesday, April 27, 4:00-5:00 pm, Conference Classroom. Teen readers in grades 9 through 12 will have the opportunity to meet with others who share the same love for great books, and have a lively discussion on the reasons a book or its characters were liked or disliked. Those attending the book-club meeting this month are invited to talk about All the Crooked Saints, written by Maggie Stiefvater. This title is available in print and digitally as an e-audiobook on hoopla; call the library to check availability of additional print copies.

 These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311).

The Cinco Ranch Branch Library is located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Apr 28, 2022
Apr 29, 2022
Apr 30, 2022(1 event)

9:00 am: Friends Of Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library Host Spring Book Sale

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Apr 30, 2022

The Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library will host a Spring Book Sale on Saturday, April 30, from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon, in the Annex next door to the library, which is located at 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear.

People who love books, people who love bargains, and people who need to get rid of some spare change will find a lot in common at the book sale, where they will discover adult and children’s books, magazines, DVDs, and CDs, all at prices that are hard to beat. Prices range from 25¢ for paperback books up to $1.00 for hardback books.

The Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library organization is instrumental in funding library programs such as the children’s Summer Reading Club. Proceeds from the book sale and annual membership dues also help to underwrite the costs of special programming and various cultural events at the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library.

For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library at 281-633-4675.