Events in January 2021
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Deadline Nears For Libraries’ Photo Contest “Bridging Differences”
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Deadline Nears For Libraries’ Photo Contest “Bridging Differences”
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL), in conjunction with the Fort Bend County Diversity Over Division Initiative, is seeking entries for its “Bridging Differences” Photography Contest. Amateur photographers of all skill levels are invited to enter original photographs that portray the culture, nature, people, and places of Fort Bend County that demonstrate antiracism and coming together as a community.To be eligible for competition, contestants must submit a digital copy of their photograph by January 11. Entries should be submitted through an online form on the FBCL website.
Prizes will be awarded for 1st-place ($200 gift card), 2nd-place ($150 gift card), and 3rd-place ($100 gift card). Winners will be announced on Monday, February 1. Photos will be displayed in a virtual gallery on FBCL’s website throughout the month of February.Winning photographs will be determined by a panel of judges, who will make their determinations based on the following criteria: relationship to contest theme, composition, focus, lighting, emotional impact, and creativity. Photographs will be anonymous until after the judging is complete.
All entries must be original, unpublished, and the work of the person submitting it. Only one photo may be entered per person. The photo can be in color or black-and-white and should be submitted as a high-resolution (1 MB or higher) .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, .png, .eps, .tif, or .pdf.
Digital manipulations of the photos should be limited to: cropping, re-sizing, red-eye reduction, and reasonable adjustments to color and contrast.
FBCL reserves the right to print or display any entry to this contest for an indefinite period of time. Entries will be exhibited online for the general public to see, so they should be appropriate for all ages to view.
The photographer is responsible for obtaining verbal or written release for public use of the photo from all identifiable individuals in the photograph submitted; the photographer accepts all liability from the use of a photo where this release has not been obtained.
The contest is open to amateur photographers only. Professional photographers, who earn a living by selling their photographs, are not eligible to participate.
There is no fee for entering the contest. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or email Christina.Tam@fortbend.lib.tx.us.
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Libraries Support New Writers With Online Activities
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Libraries Support New Writers With Online Activities
Fort Bend County Libraries will host online programs in January that are intended to encourage new writers by providing tips and tricks, writing and publishing advice, and support from other aspiring novelists.The Missouri City Branch Library will host an online Short Stories Writer’s Challenge during the month of January. A story prompt and activity guidelines will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on Monday, January 4. Writers are encouraged to create a story from the prompt, and submit it to mcpublic@fortbend.lib.tx.us before the deadline on January 31. One of the stories will be selected to be featured on the Missouri City Branch Library Facebook page in early February.
The Story Spinners Writing Club, which normally meets once a month at George Memorial Library, will meet virtually on Thursday, January 21, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. The topic for January is “Revision.” From beginning blogger to published novelist, writers of all genres and experience levels are welcome to join the Story Spinners Writing Club to write, share, learn, support, network, and critique each other’s work. This activity will be livestreamed via Webex. Registration is required; a link to the session will be emailed to all who register.
The sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the live-streamed Webex event ONLY; a link to the Webex session will be emailed to participants who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online–
Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a series of introductory online demonstrations in January to introduce people to various aspects of computer use and technology.These how-to tutorials can be viewed on the Fort Bend County Libraries website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – by clicking on the “Classes and Events” tab, selecting “Virtual Programs,” and finding the virtual “class” on the dates listed.
Some of the topics includes multiple sub-topics, and participants can choose to view the whole series or the individual parts of their choice.
“Intro to 3D Printing” – Monday, January 4 (pre-recorded video)
This 2-part instructional video will provide an overview of 3D printing. Learn about how the 3D printer works, the process for printing, and how to use Tinkercad to design 3D objects.
“MS Publisher 2016: Invitation Cards” – Thursday, January 7 (pre-recorded video)
Discover how to use this desktop-publishing software to create invitation cards. Learn how to insert different images and text to create personalized invitations for any occasion.
“Computers 101” – Monday, January 11 (pre-recorded video)
This multi-part series of basic, introductory videos provides an overview of computers and how they can be used. Learn about the physical parts of a computer, the differences between a Microsoft PC and an Apple Mac computer, and the meanings of different computer terms. Get an overview of the software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint), and much more.
“Intro to MS Word” -- Monday, January 25 (pre-recorded video)
Learn the basics of using this word-processing software program to create letters, resumés, forms, and other types of documents. Different segments in this multi-part series will demonstrate various features, such as text effects, changing font style and size, adding images, footnotes and endnotes, page numbers, tables, mail merge, and more.
The sessions are free and open to the public. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
For more Fort Bend County Libraries computer and technology tutorials, visit the library system’s YouTube channel -- https://bit.ly/FBCLYouTubeChannel.
Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults–
Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults
The Adult Services Department at Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will have several virtual game-day activities for adults and teens in January. These virtual events will be online; they will NOT be in person.New Year’s DigitalEscape Room” on Monday, January 4 (all day)
Time-travelling adventurers will be whisked through different historical eras and must use their knowledge of history and their research skills to solve puzzles and answer questions. Only by completing the quest will they return to the present time. This online activity can be accessed through FBCL’s website on the day of the event; registration is not required.
“Virtual Board-Game Day: Codenames” – Tuesday, January 5, 3:00 pm.
Codenames is a two-team word game in which team members must correctly guess all of their team’s code words based on hints provided by the team’s spymaster. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
“Among Us” Online Game Hour for Adults-- Saturday, January 30, 11:00 am.
Adults who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
YA “Among Us” Game Hour for Teens – Saturday, January 30, 2:00 pm.
Teens who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
These events are free and open to the public. Registration is required for two of the programs; a link to the Webex meeting will be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the programs.
For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults
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Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults
The Adult Services Department at Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will have several virtual game-day activities for adults and teens in January. These virtual events will be online; they will NOT be in person.New Year’s DigitalEscape Room” on Monday, January 4 (all day)
Time-travelling adventurers will be whisked through different historical eras and must use their knowledge of history and their research skills to solve puzzles and answer questions. Only by completing the quest will they return to the present time. This online activity can be accessed through FBCL’s website on the day of the event; registration is not required.
“Virtual Board-Game Day: Codenames” – Tuesday, January 5, 3:00 pm.
Codenames is a two-team word game in which team members must correctly guess all of their team’s code words based on hints provided by the team’s spymaster. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
“Among Us” Online Game Hour for Adults-- Saturday, January 30, 11:00 am.
Adults who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
YA “Among Us” Game Hour for Teens – Saturday, January 30, 2:00 pm.
Teens who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
These events are free and open to the public. Registration is required for two of the programs; a link to the Webex meeting will be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the programs.
For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a series of introductory online demonstrations in January to introduce people to various aspects of computer use and technology.These how-to tutorials can be viewed on the Fort Bend County Libraries website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – by clicking on the “Classes and Events” tab, selecting “Virtual Programs,” and finding the virtual “class” on the dates listed.
Some of the topics includes multiple sub-topics, and participants can choose to view the whole series or the individual parts of their choice.
“Intro to 3D Printing” – Monday, January 4 (pre-recorded video)
This 2-part instructional video will provide an overview of 3D printing. Learn about how the 3D printer works, the process for printing, and how to use Tinkercad to design 3D objects.
“MS Publisher 2016: Invitation Cards” – Thursday, January 7 (pre-recorded video)
Discover how to use this desktop-publishing software to create invitation cards. Learn how to insert different images and text to create personalized invitations for any occasion.
“Computers 101” – Monday, January 11 (pre-recorded video)
This multi-part series of basic, introductory videos provides an overview of computers and how they can be used. Learn about the physical parts of a computer, the differences between a Microsoft PC and an Apple Mac computer, and the meanings of different computer terms. Get an overview of the software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint), and much more.
“Intro to MS Word” -- Monday, January 25 (pre-recorded video)
Learn the basics of using this word-processing software program to create letters, resumés, forms, and other types of documents. Different segments in this multi-part series will demonstrate various features, such as text effects, changing font style and size, adding images, footnotes and endnotes, page numbers, tables, mail merge, and more.
The sessions are free and open to the public. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
For more Fort Bend County Libraries computer and technology tutorials, visit the library system’s YouTube channel -- https://bit.ly/FBCLYouTubeChannel.
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a series of introductory online demonstrations in January to introduce people to various aspects of computer use and technology.These how-to tutorials can be viewed on the Fort Bend County Libraries website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – by clicking on the “Classes and Events” tab, selecting “Virtual Programs,” and finding the virtual “class” on the dates listed.
Some of the topics includes multiple sub-topics, and participants can choose to view the whole series or the individual parts of their choice.
“Intro to 3D Printing” – Monday, January 4 (pre-recorded video)
This 2-part instructional video will provide an overview of 3D printing. Learn about how the 3D printer works, the process for printing, and how to use Tinkercad to design 3D objects.
“MS Publisher 2016: Invitation Cards” – Thursday, January 7 (pre-recorded video)
Discover how to use this desktop-publishing software to create invitation cards. Learn how to insert different images and text to create personalized invitations for any occasion.
“Computers 101” – Monday, January 11 (pre-recorded video)
This multi-part series of basic, introductory videos provides an overview of computers and how they can be used. Learn about the physical parts of a computer, the differences between a Microsoft PC and an Apple Mac computer, and the meanings of different computer terms. Get an overview of the software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint), and much more.
“Intro to MS Word” -- Monday, January 25 (pre-recorded video)
Learn the basics of using this word-processing software program to create letters, resumés, forms, and other types of documents. Different segments in this multi-part series will demonstrate various features, such as text effects, changing font style and size, adding images, footnotes and endnotes, page numbers, tables, mail merge, and more.
The sessions are free and open to the public. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
For more Fort Bend County Libraries computer and technology tutorials, visit the library system’s YouTube channel -- https://bit.ly/FBCLYouTubeChannel.
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January–
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January–
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Online Demo Of Chilton’s Diy Auto-Repair Resource
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Online Demo Of Chilton’s Diy Auto-Repair Resource
Keeping your vehicle well maintained can extend its life and help save money on costly repairs. Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online resource that illustrates basic maintenance steps that drivers can manage themselves to keep their vehicle performing optimally.
FBCL Adult Services librarians at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present an online, introductory demonstration of the “Chilton DIY Online Auto-Repair Manuals Library” on Tuesday, January 12. This pre-recorded video demonstration – which will be available on the FBCL website on the scheduled date -- can be viewed at any time from the comfort and safety of home.
The Chilton DIY Library provides exclusive photographs, diagnostics, step-by-step repair procedures, wiring diagrams, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance schedules, recalls and Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for automobiles and light trucks in one easy-to-use website. Domestic and import vehicle information is updated monthly. A vehicle Selector lets you search thousands of combinations of year, make and model covering the most popular vehicles of the past 30 years, as well as coverage of specialty models.
The demonstration is free and open to the public. This how-to tutorial can be viewed on the Fort Bend County Libraries website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – by clicking on the “Classes and Events” tab, selecting “Virtual Programs,” and finding the virtual “class” on the date listed.
For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or any of the libraries in the Fort Bend County library system.
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January–
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January–
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Wednesday, January 6, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Literary Lunch League Book ClubThe book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott.
- Friday, January 8 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about The Terror, a novel written by Dan Simmons. A link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Monday, January 11, 3:00-4:00 pm – Sienna Book Club
The book to be discussed is Where’d You Go, Bernadette, written by Maria Semple. (This title is available on OverDrive or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 pm – University Branch Book Club
The book to be discussed is Little Fires Everywhere, written by Celeste Ng.
Tuesday, January 12, 2:00-3:00 pm – Mission Bend Book Club
The book to be discussed is The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, written by Stuart Turton.
Thursday, January 14, 1:00-2:00 pm – Sugar Land Book Break
The book to be discussed is the 2020 Gulf Coast Reads selection Gods of Jade and Shadow, written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Thursday, January 14, 1:30 pm – Novel Expectations Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Nickel Boys, a novel written by Colson Whitehead.
Thursday, January 14, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sienna Subtext: Graphic Novel & Animé Club. The book to be discussed is They Called Us Enemy, created by George Takei. (This title is available in print; call the library to check availability.)
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Law Library’s Attorney Lecture Series Focuses On Marketing & Branding In January
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Law Library’s Attorney Lecture Series Focuses On Marketing & Branding In January
The Fort Bend County Law Library will host an Attorney Lecture Series for individuals wanting to learn more about various aspects of the legal profession. These classes will be virtual sessions livestreamed via Webex; they will NOT be in person.The next session in the series, “Introduction to Marketing & Branding” will take place on Friday, January 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Attorney Lauren Flathouse will talk about marketing strategies for small firms and solo practitioners. She will also provide tips on establishing a brand and improving one’s business model in order to gain more clients.
The session is free and open to the public. Registration is required; a link to the Webex session will be emailed to participants who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the Law Library at 281-341-3718.
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In January
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In January
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In January
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Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Libraries Support New Writers With Online Activities
Fort Bend County Libraries will host online programs in January that are intended to encourage new writers by providing tips and tricks, writing and publishing advice, and support from other aspiring novelists.The Missouri City Branch Library will host an online Short Stories Writer’s Challenge during the month of January. A story prompt and activity guidelines will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on Monday, January 4. Writers are encouraged to create a story from the prompt, and submit it to mcpublic@fortbend.lib.tx.us before the deadline on January 31. One of the stories will be selected to be featured on the Missouri City Branch Library Facebook page in early February.
The Story Spinners Writing Club, which normally meets once a month at George Memorial Library, will meet virtually on Thursday, January 21, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. The topic for January is “Revision.” From beginning blogger to published novelist, writers of all genres and experience levels are welcome to join the Story Spinners Writing Club to write, share, learn, support, network, and critique each other’s work. This activity will be livestreamed via Webex. Registration is required; a link to the session will be emailed to all who register.
The sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the live-streamed Webex event ONLY; a link to the Webex session will be emailed to participants who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Introductory Technology How-To Videos Online
Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a series of introductory online demonstrations in January to introduce people to various aspects of computer use and technology.These how-to tutorials can be viewed on the Fort Bend County Libraries website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – by clicking on the “Classes and Events” tab, selecting “Virtual Programs,” and finding the virtual “class” on the dates listed.
Some of the topics includes multiple sub-topics, and participants can choose to view the whole series or the individual parts of their choice.
“Intro to 3D Printing” – Monday, January 4 (pre-recorded video)
This 2-part instructional video will provide an overview of 3D printing. Learn about how the 3D printer works, the process for printing, and how to use Tinkercad to design 3D objects.
“MS Publisher 2016: Invitation Cards” – Thursday, January 7 (pre-recorded video)
Discover how to use this desktop-publishing software to create invitation cards. Learn how to insert different images and text to create personalized invitations for any occasion.
“Computers 101” – Monday, January 11 (pre-recorded video)
This multi-part series of basic, introductory videos provides an overview of computers and how they can be used. Learn about the physical parts of a computer, the differences between a Microsoft PC and an Apple Mac computer, and the meanings of different computer terms. Get an overview of the software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint), and much more.
“Intro to MS Word” -- Monday, January 25 (pre-recorded video)
Learn the basics of using this word-processing software program to create letters, resumés, forms, and other types of documents. Different segments in this multi-part series will demonstrate various features, such as text effects, changing font style and size, adding images, footnotes and endnotes, page numbers, tables, mail merge, and more.
The sessions are free and open to the public. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
For more Fort Bend County Libraries computer and technology tutorials, visit the library system’s YouTube channel -- https://bit.ly/FBCLYouTubeChannel.
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In January–
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss Different Books Online In JanuaryBook lovers don’t need to let COVID-19 social distancing keep them from sharing their opinions and feelings about books with other readers.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer an online option for book-club meetings this fall – all book-club meetings will take place online through Zoom/WebEx so that readers can interact with others in real time and participate from the comfort and safety of home!
Fort Bend County Libraries’ book clubs represent a wide variety of books and genres. Book clubs that were previously specific to particular branches can now be enjoyed by readers all across the library system.
Books can be requested by calling the libraries, or by placing them on hold in the online catalog. They can be picked up from the libraries through FBCL’s Books & More! Curbside Pick-Up service. Digital versions of some books are also available for download from FBCL’s eLibrary.
Because the book club meetings will be livestreamed over the Internet via Zoom/WebEx, participants should register for the meetings by going to the FBCL website – www.fortbend.lib.tx.us – click on “Classes and Events,” and register for the book club meetings of their choice. A link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions will be emailed to all who have registered.
Saturday, January 16, 11:00 am-12:00 noon – Heavy Inks Graphic Novels Book Club
The book to be discussed is Black Widow, Volumes 1-2, created by Nathan Edmondson. (This title is available on hoopla or in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
Wednesday, January 20 – Book Talk (pre-recorded video)
In FBCL’s Book Talk series, library staff give a synopsis of a featured book and share their thoughts on it. Hear about books that might not have been on your radar – you may discover a new favorite! In this episode, hear about Death Comes to Durham, written by Jeanne Dams. Registration is not required; a link to the video will be posted on FBCL’s online calendar on the designated date, and it can be viewed at any time.
Thursday, January 21, 12:00 noon-1:00 pm – Book Break Book Club
The book to be discussed is The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women, written by Kate Moore.
Monday, January 25, 3:00-4:00 pm – Booked on Crime Mystery Book Club
The book to be discussed is Maisie Dobbs, written by Jacqueline Winspear. (This title is available on OverDrive and in print. Please call the library to check on availability of print copies.)
The book club meetings are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the book club meetings so that a link to the Zoom/WebEx sessions can be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the program on the date indicated. Participants may also register by calling Fort Bend County Libraries’ Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults
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Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults
The Adult Services Department at Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will have several virtual game-day activities for adults and teens in January. These virtual events will be online; they will NOT be in person.New Year’s DigitalEscape Room” on Monday, January 4 (all day)
Time-travelling adventurers will be whisked through different historical eras and must use their knowledge of history and their research skills to solve puzzles and answer questions. Only by completing the quest will they return to the present time. This online activity can be accessed through FBCL’s website on the day of the event; registration is not required.
“Virtual Board-Game Day: Codenames” – Tuesday, January 5, 3:00 pm.
Codenames is a two-team word game in which team members must correctly guess all of their team’s code words based on hints provided by the team’s spymaster. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
“Among Us” Online Game Hour for Adults-- Saturday, January 30, 11:00 am.
Adults who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
YA “Among Us” Game Hour for Teens – Saturday, January 30, 2:00 pm.
Teens who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
These events are free and open to the public. Registration is required for two of the programs; a link to the Webex meeting will be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the programs.
For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults–
Libraries Host Online Game Hours For Teens, Adults
The Adult Services Department at Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will have several virtual game-day activities for adults and teens in January. These virtual events will be online; they will NOT be in person.New Year’s DigitalEscape Room” on Monday, January 4 (all day)
Time-travelling adventurers will be whisked through different historical eras and must use their knowledge of history and their research skills to solve puzzles and answer questions. Only by completing the quest will they return to the present time. This online activity can be accessed through FBCL’s website on the day of the event; registration is not required.
“Virtual Board-Game Day: Codenames” – Tuesday, January 5, 3:00 pm.
Codenames is a two-team word game in which team members must correctly guess all of their team’s code words based on hints provided by the team’s spymaster. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
“Among Us” Online Game Hour for Adults-- Saturday, January 30, 11:00 am.
Adults who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
YA “Among Us” Game Hour for Teens – Saturday, January 30, 2:00 pm.
Teens who enjoy the challenge, excitement, and competition of playing the popular online social-deduction game “Among Us” are invited to join in this virtual event. Crewmates on a spaceship must complete tasks and try to identify the alien Imposters before it’s too late. This event will be livestreamed via Webex; registration is required.
These events are free and open to the public. Registration is required for two of the programs; a link to the Webex meeting will be emailed to all who register. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Virtual Programs,” and find the programs.
For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
Cinco Ranch Literary Lunch League To Discuss “The Dressmaker” Online In January
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