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!

  • WiFi is available at all locations.
  • 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 Saturday, March 29, for a scheduled power outage by CenterPoint Energy. 

Family Storytime - Mice

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool, Elementary
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Stories, crafts and a movie. Recommended for the whole family.

Revolutionary War Records

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Introduction to finding Revolutionary War ancestors by using a number of sources including databases, websites and military records.  We will cover how and where to obtain copies of compiled service records and pensions for Databases such as

SAT Practice Exam with Princeton Review

10:00am - 4:00pm
Middle Grades, Young Adult
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Middle Grades, Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Score higher! Improve your chances of getting into the college of your choice by taking a free SAT practice exam. The exam will be conducted by Princeton Review. Please bring at least two #2 sharpened pencils and a non-graphing calculator.

Wine Bottle Art Craft Workshop

10:15am - 11:15am
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Come decoupage wine bottles for decoration using various materials. Presented by staff member Michelle Moreno

All materials will be provided.

Rise & Shine Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, Elementary
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories and other activities for the whole family.

Special Children's Program - "Llama Llama Pajama Party"

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Children of all ages are invited to join us for a celebration of reading and one of our favorite book characters!

Funeral Planning: What You Need to Know

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Business/Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Description:

Funeral planning is an unfortunate fact of life and there are many costs to consider. 

HTML Coding workshop

10:30am - 12:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Learn HTML coding from a software professional in our HTML coding class. This class will cover all the basics of HTML coding, including elements, attributes, headings, images, tables, and much more.  

Heavy Inks Graphic Novel Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2B (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:
Join us as we discuss Silk volumes 1 and 2 by Robbie Thompson.

Murder & Mayhem Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

This is a book club for mystery lovers.  We meet every third Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. in the conference room.

CANCELLED - Coaching for Life: Steps to Become a Better You!

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED - SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE

Middle Grade Computer Class - Excel Basics

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Middle Grades
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14

New Year, New Recipes

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Looking for cooking inspiration for the new year? Chef Ellen will demonstrate and offer tastings of recipes that are sure to become family favorites!

Registration is required; register online, in person, or call 281-238-2800.

Growing Fruit Trees in Texas

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Description:

Master Gardener Deborah Birge will show you how to grow fruit successfully in our climate. She will discuss varieties of fruit, when to plant and the best way to plant them. New fruit varieties will be introduced.

Lady Dungeon Crawlers

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Are you interested in playing Dungeons & Dragons?  Beginners and veterans alike are invited to gather a party and venture forth! Dice and character sheets will be provided. Meets the third Saturday of every month.

Creative Connection - S.T.E.A.M. Game Day - Don't Spill!

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

For grades 4-8 only. 

Creative Connection: The Legend of the Collar of Davy Crockett

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Middle Grades
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

Join us each month for Creative Connection as we play games or do an activity. This month, we will play Legends of the Hidden Temple, part 2.

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