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. 

Libraries to Celebrate Lunar New Year with Dancing Lions

10:00am - 12:00pm
Infant, Preschool, 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: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Music, Performances, Exhibit/Displays, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Fort Bend County Libraries will host Lunar New Year Celebrations at several locations in January and February.

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!

Rise & Shine Story Time: Magic

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, 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: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

Creative Connections: Pokemon Planter Pots

11:00am - 12:00pm
Middle Grades
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: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Youth in grades 4-8 are invited to transform clay pots into  their favorite Pokemon through the magic of paint!

Talk Back 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:

Talk Back is a book club that covers a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles alike that occurs on the second Saturday of each month. Join our discussion of The Autobiography of Malcolm X 

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.

Eating Well, Saving More, Wasting Less

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Health/Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Description:

There are more ways to save money on groceries than by clipping  coupons or watching for sales.

Black History Month Films in Focus Series: Just Mercy (2019), PG-13

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Movies
Description:

Join us in honor of Black History Month for this inspiring and thoughtful account of Bryan Stevenson, a lawyer who fought for justice. Starring Michael B. Jordan, this story follows his efforts to right an unjust conviction for his client.

Everyday Essentials: Resumes and Interviews

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
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Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

This month we’ll be discussing résumés and interviews, how to make them and how to ace them. Featuring free library resources and how to use them. 

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