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Libraries closed for Easter Holiday

All Day 3/29 - 3/31
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:
Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open! You can access our: eLibrary Stream movies and music Download e-books, e-audiobooks, and digital magazines Digital Resources & Databases Chat with a li...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

A Taste of African Heritage

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult, Everyone
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 41
Description:
Come celebrate and explore the flavors of the African diaspora with us! Join Erica Knighton from Prairie View A&M Extension as she presents A Taste of African Heritage, a six-part series that will take place each Monday evening March 11 through A...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Prose Pros Writing Group

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:
Are you writing a book or manuscript?  We can provide you with a quiet space along with coffee, snacks, power outlets and chairs.  Bring yourself, your laptop, and anything else you need for some quality time writing.  This month's top...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Home-Buying Basics

6:30pm - 8:00pm
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult, Everyone
Program Type: Workshop
Description:
Are you considering buying a home but don't know where to start? Come to the home-buying workshop led by local resident, Joseph Castillo to learn how to get started! No registration required. ...
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

After-School Break: Eclipse Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Workshop, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:
Children in grades 1-5 are invited to prepare crafts for the April eclipse at this After-School Break program! This program is made possible by the Friends of the First Colony Branch Library. ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
The Mission Bend Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets monthly to express ideas, organize upcoming young adult activities, and suggest new teen programs for the branch. Come earn volunteer hours, help make the library a better place for teens, an...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Spoken Word

11:00am - 12:00pm
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:
Share your prose or poems with other community writers. During this program we will challenge ourselves to write a poem or prose over a randomly picked topic and share our masterpieces with other participants. Feel free to join in or sit back&nb...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Blackout Poetry for Teens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
Join us for a celebration of National Poetry Month and make your own blackout poetry.  Blackout poems can be created using the pages of old books, magazines, or even articles cut from yesterday’s newspaper. Using the pages of an existing text an...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

A Taste of African Heritage

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult, Everyone
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Description:
Come celebrate and explore the flavors of the African diaspora with us! Join Erica Knighton from Prairie View A&M Extension as she presents A Taste of African Heritage, a six-part series that will take place each Monday evening March 11 through A...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Craft & Chat

10:15am - 12:00pm
Albert George Branch Library
Library Branch: Albert George Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Albert George)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:
Bring your crafting project to work on and meet others with similar interests. Share ideas, get tips and inspiration, and learn something new! Please bring your own materials to finish a project or start a new one. This program is for adults ag...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Embroidery Workshop

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:
Join us for a workshop and learn the basics of embroidery.  All supplies and hands-on instruction will be provided to get you familiar with several basic embroidery stitches.  Supplies are limited, so registration is required.  Call 28...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Bilingual - ESL
Description:
English language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. The Mission Bend ESL Conversation Circle takes place every 2nd and 4th Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. No registration required. ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Resume Workshop

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Digital Resources, Workshop, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
Join us in creating or updating a resume based on the latest standards.  Learn simple tricks to improve your resume and get noticed.  This program is for young adults and adults.  Seating is limited so registration is required.  C...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:
The Fulshear Branch Young Adult Advisory Council meets every month to express ideas, organize upcoming young adult activities, and suggest new teen programs for the library. Help make the library a better place for teens and meet other young adults a...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Active Adult Series: Hoopla Digital for Jazz Appreciation Month

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Missouri City Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Digital Resources, Lectures, Music, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Description:
Your Fort Bend County Library system is a resource for more than just books! Did you know that we also offer streaming services? Join us to learn about hoopla digital, a resource for streaming music, movies, TV, and more! Registration Required. Re...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Plant One on Me Plant Swap

10:30am - 12:00pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:
April is National Gardening Month! Join us for an event for plant owners to gather and swap plants. This could include whole plants or bare root cuttings/clippings as long as they are pest free and you are willing to part with them. Come prepared to ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Quick and Easy Ways to Get Dinner on the Table

2:00pm - 3:30pm
First Colony Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:
Like to cook but don’t have the time? Or maybe you’re a beginner to cooking and want some beginner recipes. Join us as Chef Ellen covers quick and easy ways to get dinner on the table! This program is made possible with the generosity of the Friends ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

A Taste of African Heritage

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult, Everyone
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Description:
Come celebrate and explore the flavors of the African diaspora with us! Join Erica Knighton from Prairie View A&M Extension as she presents A Taste of African Heritage, a six-part series that will take place each Monday evening March 11 through A...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

YA Crafternoon: Painted Book Bricks

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:
Learn how to paint bricks to resemble classic book covers. Use them as décor for your home or garden and even as bookends. Materials for this program are generously provided by the Friends of the Library. This program is for students in grades 9 t...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Tuesdays: Master of the Tattoo Stories

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Missouri City Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop, Games, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Join us for a drawing party game in which your art skills don’t matter. In a series of quick-paced tattoo competitions, win the most points by making up tattoos and telling the best stories. This program is for students in grades 9 through 12.  ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Sewing by Hand Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Join us for this short and sweet workshop as a part of our Sewing by Hand Club and learn the decorative art of Appliqué. Using a needle and thread, students will learn how to make an abstract or representative spring floral motif with fabric. Build y...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Young Adult Advisory Council

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:
High school students are invited to join this advisory council.  Attendees can earn volunteer hours and enhance their college application or resume while helping their community.  Registration is not required. ...
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

After-School Break: Eclipse Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Workshop, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:
Join us for an afternoon games and snacks! Join in a game of Mario Kart, giant jenga, jumbo connect four, and more! This program is recommended for children in grades 1-5. This program is made possible by the Friends of the First Colony Branch Librar...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Spinners Writing Club

5:30pm - 8:30pm
George Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Description:
Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process. The program begins with introductions. Tell us what you've been w...