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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
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  • Overdue fines are waived until the network issue has been resolved
  • Most online resources are now available
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AARP Tax Assistance

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Business/Finance
Description:

Representatives from AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns by appointment only. Please schedule in person at the George Memorial Library Adult Reference Desk or by phone at 281-341-2605.

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Friends of University Branch Library Book Sale!

10:00am - 2:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Book Bargains Galore!   People who love books, people who love bargains, and people who love a treasure hunt will find many “must have” items at the used-book sale!  The book sale will run from 10 am to 2 pm.  Proceeds fund You

Rise & Shine Craft Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool, Elementary
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Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Craft activities for the whole family held in the Small Meeting Room. Don't forget to stop by the Friends of the University Branch Library book sale while you are here.  It will be held in the Large Meeting Room where Story Time is usual

Family-History Research: Genealogy Online

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

An introduction to some of the free online resources that are available to the genealogical researcher.  There will also be a demonstration of databases such as FamilySearch.org, Find-a-Grave, HeritageQuest among others.

Balance & Boundaries: How To Keep it Together As You Pursue Your Dreams

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Lectures
Description:

In this month's final event to recognize Women's History Month, join successful author Cydney Rax as she provides numerous tips and inspiration on topics such as getting started writing your novel, inside information on the world of book publ

Senior Series: Taxes in Retirement

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness, Business/Finance
Description:

In this program, we will discuss minimizing taxes in retirement without lowering your standard of living or purchasing power, the 3 biggest mistakes retirees make and what to do about them, effects of tax reform, and strategies for tax control.

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