Alert!

March 12, 2025: Click here to read an important letter from the Library Director.

We are experiencing network disruptions affecting our catalog and Internet. Our Technology Team is actively working to resolve the issue. Check back for updates; we appreciate your patience!

  • Books can still be checked out with an FBCL library card
  • eBooks ARE AVAILABLE on OverDrive/Libby and hoopla; click here for instructions.
  • Overdue fines are waived until the network issue has been resolved
  • Most online resources are now available
  • Not available: Catalog & access to your account, Wall Street Journal, LinkedIn Learning, Hotspots & Launchpads

Alert: University Branch Library

University Branch Library (Sugar Land) will be CLOSED on Friday, March 14, for a scheduled power outage by CenterPoint Energy. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

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Program Type:

Book Sales

Program Description

Description

Book Bargains Galore at the Friends of the Library Book Sale!   People who love books, people who love bargains, and people who love a treasure hunt will find many “must haves”.  Special Features of this sale include a large collection of Chinese language books, WWII books, children’s items, and a wide range of nonfiction, fiction, coffee table books, and home school texts.  Items are priced 50 cents to $2, with special items slightly higher.  Cash only, and no bills larger than $20.  Proceeds fund programming for all ages at University Branch Library. 

Park inside the gated lot (VISITOR LOT 4).  Bring your parking ticket with you inside the library to be validated by library staff.  Parking is FREE if you get your ticket validated.  Parking outside the gated lot may result in a parking violation from the University of Houston.