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. 

CANCELLED: 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.

CANCELLED: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: Farming Fun!

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).

Alternative Photography: Cyanotypes

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Interested in photography? Come learn about the cyanotype process, an alternative photographic printing process that produces blue prints.

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

Cancelled

YMCA International Services U.S. Citizenship Course

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Jessica Laureano, education program coordinator with the YMCA International Services division, will talk about the benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen and the pathway to achieving that goal.

LOCATION MOVED! Wandering Words: Auditions

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Performances
Description:

LOCATION UPDATE: The auditions will take place at the Missouri City Branch Library (1530 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, TX 77489) in The Pointe, the 3rd-floor meeting room space.

Wandering Words: Audition

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Description:

LOCATION UPDATE: The auditions will take place at the Missouri City Branch Library (1530 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, TX 77489) in The Pointe, the 3rd-floor meeting room space.

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.

Everyday Essentials: Sewing and Mending Basics

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

This month we’ll be discussing the basics of sewing and mending. 

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