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.
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.
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!
Join us for an hour of imaginative play at the library! We'll start with some brief songs and rhymes to wake up our imagination, then children and their caregivers will rotate through a variety of dramatic play stations together.
CANCELLED: Living in Space presented by Space Center Houston
Imagine your house in space. How would life be different than here on Earth? From wake-up to bedtime, discover what astronauts do onboard the International Space Station to overcome the everyday "hassles" of life.
Discover the joy of chess in a friendly community! Whether you're here to practice, share tips, or simply enjoy the game, you'll find a great atmosphere for learning and connecting with other enthusiasts. No registration required.
Representatives from the AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns.
Join us for a fun filled celebration of National Gumdrop Day, where we will be creating exciting crafts using GUMDROPS! This will be an activity that encourages creativity and teamwork.
“Git” On Board!...The Life of Harriet Tubman
Take a musical ride on the Underground Railroad to meet the heroic Harriet Tubman, and learn of her early experiences as a slave. Discover how Tubman led fellow freedom-seeking slaves to hiding places on their way to safety in the North.
Join us to learn how to make beautiful paper flowers! "Blooming with Hope" founder Vee Nguyen will discuss the purpose of the Blooming with Hope organization and will demonstrate how to make unique paper creations.
Black History Month Films in Focus Series: Thunder Soul (2010), PG
Inspiring? Check. True Story? Check. Houston history? Check! Join us in honor of Black History Month for this uplifting story of an underdog band transformed into a legend.