Cinco Ranch Branch Library

GENTLY-USED BOOK DONATIONS NEEDED FOR FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALES

The Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library organization is requesting donations of gently-used books so they can replenish their supplies and continue their book sales and fundraising efforts. Donations can be brought to the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy) during business hours. Items that are needed include gently-used fiction and nonfiction adult, youth, and children’s hardback and paperback books that are clean and not torn. Textbooks are also accepted. Items that cannot be accepted […]

LIBRARY’S “ART & ARCHITECTURE” SERIES FOCUSES ON IMPRESSIONISM IN MARCH

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will have an educational series focusing on “Art & Architecture” this spring. The program “Art & Architecture: Impressionism” will take place on Saturday, March 23, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Architecture professor Sheba Akhtar will talk about Impressionist art, a movement that developed chiefly in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Learn how Paris […]

CHESS PLAYERS INVITED TO PRACTICE & SHARE TIPS AT CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY EVENT

Chess players of all ages and skill levels – from beginners to advanced – are invited to practice their strategies and share tips with others at the “Chess Day at Cinco Ranch” event on Saturday, March 2, from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm, in the Multi-purpose Room at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Learn a new chess move (or two) during this come-and-go event. A limited […]

FEBRUARY PROGRAMS AT CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy, presents a variety of free children’s programs, adult computer classes, book clubs, and special programs for people of all ages each month. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, see the FBCL website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734). SPECIAL EVENTS West African Djembe-Drumming Performance– Saturday, February […]

Library Presents African-Drum Performance For Black History Month

            In recognition of Black History Month, Fort Bend County Libraries will present a special musical performance of “African Hand-Drumming” on Saturday, February 10, beginning at 11:00 am, in the Meeting Room of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Enjoy the traditional tribal rhythms and spiritual gifts of West African djembe drumming in a special performance by Gregg “Jebada” Powell, founder and director of the Joy of Djembe Drumming Ensemble. Powell […]

LIBRARIES PRESENT PROGRAMS FOR ADULT CRAFTERS IN JANUARY

Fort Bend County Libraries presents a variety of craft-themed programs for adults every month to introduce people to new hobbies and activities, and to give current crafters inspiration and new ideas. Find encouragement, get feedback, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of other crafters during these free events. Samples of the library’s instructional books, magazines, and websites on various crafts will be available. The schedule of activities in January is as follows: Cinco Ranch Branch Library, […]

Resolve To Read More Books & Join A Book Club In 2024!

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) encourages readers of all ages to make a New Year’s resolution to read more books in 2024! Share that passion for reading with other book lovers – and make new friends with similar interests — at one of the many book clubs that meet monthly at FBCL locations throughout the county. New members are always welcome! FBCL’s book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres, and they meet […]

Teens Earn Volunteer-Service Hours At Libraries’ Ya Advisory Councils

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library (2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy) and Mission Bend Branch Library (8421 Addicks Clodine Road) offer programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens entering grades 9 through 12. The programs provide fun and challenging opportunities for these young adults, who are also encouraged to become active participants in designing and orchestrating new activities for teens in the library system. Teens can earn volunteer-service hours by participating in FBCL’s Young Adult Advisory Councils, where […]

LIBRARIES FEATURE FESTIVE ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS & ADULTS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Catch the holiday spirit at Fort Bend County Libraries! Throughout the month, the Cinco Ranch Branch Library and the Mission Bend Branch Library will have a variety of programs, from performances to holiday-themed crafts and activities, for teens and adults. The activities are free and open to the public. For more information or to register, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) or call the branch library or the library system’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734. Materials for these […]

LIBRARIES’ “ART & ARCHITECTURE” SERIES FOCUSES ON GOTHIC CATHEDRALS IN DECEMBER

Fort Bend County Libraries will have an educational series focusing on “Art & Architecture” this fall. The next program in the series, “Art & Architecture: Gothic Cathedrals,” will take place on Saturday, December 9, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. In this segment in the series, architecture professor Sheba Akhtar will talk about the design origins of Gothic Cathedrals, which […]