March 2025

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) offers programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens (grades 9-12) on a regular basis. From gaming and craft clubs to career readiness and adulting skills, library activities for teens offer opportunities for having fun, making friends, and preparing for the next chapter of their lives.

During Spring Break this year (March 8-15), many of the libraries have special activities planned for teens. In addition to the regular teen programs, these free programs offer an opportunity for teens to unwind and have fun at the library during the break from the regular school routine.

Materials for these activities are made possible by the Friends of the Library organizations that support each library.

These activities are free and open to the public; a library card is not needed to attend programs.

SATURDAY, MARCH 8

•    Secrets & Suspects: A Murder Mystery for Teens – George Memorial Library (Richmond), 1:00-2:30 pm, Room 2C. Teens are challenged to put their detective skills to the test and spend an afternoon filled with suspense, clues, and thrilling twists! Materials are provided courtesy of the Friends of the George Memorial Library. Registration recommended; click here to register.

•    Teen Craft: Create a Cat with Sculpey! – Sugar Land Branch Library, 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room. Teens will learn how to sculpt a cat (or something of their own imagination) out of polymer clay. Materials are made possible by the Friends of the Sugar Land Branch Library. Registration is encouraged; click here to register.

MONDAY, MARCH 10

•    Intro to Dungeons & Dragons – Fulshear Branch Library, 3:00-5:00 pm, Multipurpose Room. Teens will get a basic introduction to this popular tabletop fantasy, role-playing game. Learn about the different classes, what dungeon masters do, and other important details of the game. Complete character sheets and participate in a one-shot campaign.

•    Pages & Perspectives Book Chat – George Memorial Library (Richmond), 5:00-6:00 pm, Room 2B. Teens can enjoy some quiet reading time and then chat about their book, if they wish. All genres welcome.

•    YA Dungeons & Dragons 5e – Mamie George Branch Library (Stafford), 5:00-7:00 pm. This activity is for teens in grades 9-12. In this series, Dungeon Master and library branch manager Johnathan Craig will lead this popular tabletop fantasy, role-playing game. Dice, rule books, and characters will be provided. Gamers of all experience levels – from beginners to veterans -- are invited to stretch their imaginations and practice their problem-solving skills while meeting and socializing with others who enjoy role-playing games. Registration required; click here to register.

•    Game Night! – Fulshear Branch Library, 6:30-8:00 pm, Multipurpose Room. This board-gaming event is for adults, college students, and teens. Board games such as Catan, Life, and Monopoly will be on hand, as well as popular card games like Uno, Spot It, and Spades, and more!

TUESDAY, MARCH 11

•    Teen Watercolor Painting 101: Easy Bluebonnets – First Colony Branch Library, 6:00 pm, Meeting Room. Teens will learn the basics of watercolor painting and create a simple bluebonnet painting to take home. Materials are made possible by the Friends of the First Colony Branch Library. Registration required; click here to register.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12

•    Teen Art: Coastal Canvas Sand Painting – George Memorial Library (Richmond), 4:00-5:00 pm, Room 2B. Teens are invited to a painting class inspired by Spring Break! Explore the art of sand painting -- blending colors and textures to create stunning beach-inspired masterpieces. Materials are provided courtesy of the Friends of the George Memorial Library. Registration recommended; click here to register.

•    Teen Anime Bites: A No-Bake Adventure – Missouri City Branch Library, 4:00-5:00 pm, Meeting Room. In this hands-on activity, teens will create no-bake treats inspired by their favorite anime characters. Materials and ingredients are made possible by the Friends of the Missouri City Branch Library. Registration required; click here to register.

THURSDAY, MARCH 13

•    Teens Learn to Crochet – Fulshear Branch Library, 3:00-5:00 pm, Multipurpose Room. Teens will get hands-on experience learning the basics of crochet. No prior experience needed. Materials will be provided. Materials will be supplied. Registration required; click here to register.

FRIDAY, MARCH 14

•    Teen Video-Game Day: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Missouri City Branch Library, 2:00-3:30 pm, Conference Room. Teens can show off their video-gaming skills and go head-to-head with friends, challenge library staff, or jump into action-packed matches with all items and a level-6 CPU. Snacks and games are made possible by the Friends of the Missouri City Branch Library.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15

•    Saturday Morning Cartoons & Cereal for Teens – George Memorial Library (Richmond), 10:00-11:00 am, Meeting Room. Teens can bring a blanket and get cozy while watching cartoon favorites on the big screen and enjoying a cereal buffet during this come-and-go event. Refreshments are provided courtesy of the Friends of the George Memorial Library. Registration recommended; click here to register.

•    Chess Day @ the Library – George Memorial Library (Richmond), 11:00 am-12:00 noon, Room 2C. Teens and adults of all skill levels – from beginners to advanced – who are interested in playing chess, are invited to practice their strategies while playing against others in a relaxed, stress-free environment. Learn a new chess move (or two)! A limited number of chess sets will be provided, but players are welcome to bring their own sets as well.

•    Popcorn & a Movie: Wicked – Missouri City Branch Library, 1:30-4:30 pm, Meeting Room. Released in 2024, this enormously popular fairy-tale fantasy shares the story of the witches of Oz. Elphaba (played by Cynthia Erivo) is a young woman who is misunderstood because of her unusual green skin. While at university in the Land of Oz, she forms an unlikely friendship with the popular Galinda (played by Ariana Grande). Their bond of friendship deepens as they face a series of events that will ultimately shape their destinies. This movie is rated PG. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. A take-home craft activity will be available for families who would like to make their own hat and wand. Refreshments and craft materials are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Missouri City Branch Library.

•    YA Self-Care Workshop: Sugar Scrubs – Mission Bend Branch Library, 2:00-3:00 pm, Conference Room. Registration required; click here to register.