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 First Colony Book Sale

9:00am - 2:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
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: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Book Sales
Description:

Come join the Friends of First Colony Branch Library for their book sale. There are many great items to choose from, including new releases, fiction, nonfiction, children’s, classics, along with DVDs and CDs.

AARP Tax Preparation

10:00am - 2:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Description:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low-to-moderate income.

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

10:00am - 4:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children of all ages and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

Preschool Story Lab: All About the Weather

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

Join us for Preschool Story Lab! This is a creative story time to encourage children to discover and explore concepts in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM).

AARP Tax Preparation

11:00am - 3:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Representatives from the AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns.

Chess Day at Cinco Ranch

11:00am - 3:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to practice their strategies while playing against others in a relaxed stress-free environment.  This is a drop-in opportunity to have fun and maybe learn a new chess move or two.  Since a

Lunar New Year Lion Dance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
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: Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Performances
Description:

Join us for a Lunar New Year Celebration! Come learn about the culture and history of the Lion Dance and enjoy a special Lion Dance performance by members of the USA Shaolin Xiu Culture Centre.    

Creative Connection: Game Day

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Middle Grades
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

Come on by the library to connect with your fellow peers! Have fun with others while playing a variety of Wii, card, and board games. Free snacks and refreshments will be provided.

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