Libraries Host Financial-Literacy Series for Teens
January - April (2025)
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) offers programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens in grades 9 through 12. This winter/spring, FBCL will host a free series of Financial Literacy workshops designed to give teens a better understanding of personal finances, credit cards, and money-management skills that will help them succeed in the adult world after high-school graduation.
The series of classes will be presented by Fort Bend County Extension Agent Janelle Johnson. Each month, the topic will be repeated at three different FBCL locations. Regi... Read Full Blog
Libraries Celebrate Digital Age of eBooks & Streaming Collections
January 2025
In 2007, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) launched an online eLibrary with 400 OverDrive ebooks in its digital collection. The service was so well received that 600 more books were added a few months later.
Since then, the OverDrive collection of ebooks and e-audiobooks has grown to 37,018 digital copies available for free checkout. Since it was launched in 2007, library users have checked out offerings from the OverDrive collection more than 2.3-million times!
In 2015, FBCL added access to the hoopla digital collection, which expanded the eLibrary offerings ... Read Full Blog
Discover Your Next Great Book with FBCL’s Online Reading Recommendations
December 2024
Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.
In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations s... Read Full Blog
Learn How to Become a U.S. Citizen at First Colony Branch Library
December 2024
Fort Bend County Libraries’ First Colony Branch Library will present an informational program, “YMCA International Services U.S. Citizenship Course,” on Wednesday, December 4, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library.
Jessica Laureano, education program coordinator with the YMCA International Services division, will talk about the benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen and the pathway to achieving that goal. Learn about the Citizenship requirements and test exemptions established by the United States Citizen & Immigration Services (USCIS) departmen... Read Full Blog
FBCL Celebrates National Native American Heritage Month
November 2024
Fort Bend County Libraries celebrates Native American Heritage Month by honoring the culture, heritage, and distinguished achievements of these remarkable Americans who deeply enrich the quality and character of our Nation and strengthen the fabric of its history and its future.
What is Native American Heritage Month?
Native American Heritage Month, which is celebrated every year in November, recognizes the traditions, languages, and stories of Native American and Alaska Native communities, ensuring that their rich histories and contributions continue t... Read Full Blog
Get Online Access to Current & Archived Newspapers
February 2025
Fort Bend County Libraries offers online access to a variety of news outlets from around the world, making millions of full-text articles from newspapers, journals, magazines, newswires, transcripts, and blogs available free to library cardholders for research or daily use.
With professional subscriptions to different digital services, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) enables library cardholders to access online current and past editions of publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, the Houston Chronicle, and many more.
FBCL’s NewsBank... Read Full Blog
George Memorial Library to Host Volunteer Fair
January 2025
Are you a teen or adult who would like to volunteer your time and talent to help a worthy organization, but you don’t know where to start? Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library in Richmond will have a “Volunteer Fair” on Monday, January 13, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library.
Representatives from a variety of local organizations and agencies will be on hand to share information about their programs, services, and volunteer opportunities, and to answer any questions. Find out where your talent, skills, and time are most needed, and... Read Full Blog
Libraries to Celebrate Lunar New Year with Dancing Lions
January/February 2025
Fort Bend County Libraries will host Lunar New Year Celebrations at several locations in January and February. Activities and crafts celebrating the Year of the Snake are planned for families with children of all ages. Made possible by the Friends of the Library organizations that support these libraries, the Lunar New Year activities are free and open to the public. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
Saturday, January 25, 2:00-4:00 pm -- George Memorial Library in Richmond.
Dan... Read Full Blog
Libraries Host Disaster-Preparedness Workshops for Families in May
May 2025
In collaboration with AmeriCorps Texas, the Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Department, and Sewa International, Fort Bend County Libraries will host a series of free Disaster-Preparedness Workshops for children and adults throughout the month of May at library locations throughout Fort Bend County.
Each workshop will include one session specifically for children and one session for adults. While the adults are attending their workshop, children may remain and participate in special activities.
Families will learn ways to become better prepared and wor... Read Full Blog
Multicultural Festival Features Exciting Performances
May 2025
Experience some of the vibrant cultures of the world at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Multicultural Festival on Saturday, May 10, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at George Memorial Library, in Richmond.
Sponsored by the Friends of the George Memorial Library, the Multicultural Festival celebrates the rich, cultural diversity of the county and of the people who reside in it. Featuring an exciting line-up of performances, games, crafts, and more, the festival will have free activities and fun for the whole family.
In addition to the Cultural Exchange Exhibition area in the ... Read Full Blog
FBCL’s Summer Reading Challenge -- for Kids, Teens, & Adults -- Starts May 26
May 2025
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) presents special reading challenges during the summer to encourage reading among children from birth and up, as well as teens and adults. “Color Our World” is the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, which takes place at all FBCL locations.
Online registration for the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge begins on Monday, May 26, and continues through August 31. Library activities for children begin during the week of June 2 and continue through July 26. Activities for high school students also begin the week of June 2 and continue ... Read Full Blog
Autism Awareness Symposium at Missouri City Branch Library
April 2025
In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Fort Bend County Libraries will host an Autism Awareness Symposium at the Missouri City Branch Library on Thursday, April 17, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library.
Families, caregivers, and others affected by autism will be inspired by hearing success stories of individuals with autism who have surpassed societal expectations.
A panel of experts and autism advocates will share their insight into therapy options, early intervention, education, community support, and advocacy. Hear about valuable resour... Read Full Blog
Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra - Free Family Concert at Library’s Outdoor Amphitheater
April 2025
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a free, musical performance, The Orchestra Games, by the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra, on Saturday, April 12, from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, in the Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at George Memorial Library in Richmond.
This family-friendly concert is a great way to foster a young child’s love of music. In The Orchestra Games, composed by Gregory Smith, the instruments and sections are presented in an Olympic Games format in preparation for their “events,” such as the low-note limbo, the glissando slide for life, the fast-note das... Read Full Blog
Famous Poets “Visit” Library in Interactive Theatrical Experience
April 2025
Special “guests” will be returning to Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library in April for National Poetry Month! Library visitors will have an opportunity to interact with some of their favorite poets in a theatrical experience that is sure to delight poetry lovers of all ages!
“Walking in Verse: An Interactive Poetry Experience” is an immersive live-performance event that will take place on Saturday, April 26, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, at George Memorial Library in Richmond.
Actors from The Live Oak Playhouse will portray iconic poets, such as Emil... Read Full Blog
Celebrate National Library Week April 6-12
April 2025
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) encourages all community members to visit the library during National Library Week, April 6-12, to explore all they have to offer.
Most people know about the wealth of stories available at the library, from picture books and large print to audiobooks and ebooks, but there's so much more to the library story!
Libraries are welcoming spaces that bring communities together for entertainment, education, and connection through book clubs, story times, movie nights, crafting classes, lectures, cultural events,... Read Full Blog