All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries, which include the Cinco Ranch Branch Library and the Mission Bend Branch Library, will be closed Friday, November 10, in observance of Veterans Day. Regular library hours will resume on Saturday, November 11. Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, streaming movies and music, downloading e-books, or using the research databases. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Public Libraries Encouraged to Take Part in Internet Speed Test from State Library
February is Texas Public Library Speed Test Month! Each year, TSLAC asks all public libraries in Texas to take the Texas Public Library Speed Test. The results are instrumental in determining the status of Internet access for our public libraries’ patrons and helping with statewide plans to support broadband improvement. The deadline to complete the quick and easy online speed test is February 28. Libraries can visit www.tsl.texas.gov/speedtest to learn more about how to record their results. […]
Maud Marks Book Talk For Adults: Harry Potter Takeover
Join us for Episode 9 of Maud Marks Book Talk for Adults: Harry Potter Takeover. This month on Friday, September 10 at 3:00 PM, we’ll be sharing our picks for the 2000’s! Find this episode on Facebook or IGTV!
Teen Time
Teen Time is a place to kick back, meet other teens, and be yourself while learning new skills. Teens, ages 13 and up can come and participate in a variety of fun activities led by the Maud Marks’ Teen Library Leadership Council (made up of teens)! Crafts, gaming, movies, and more! Show up on Tuesday, September 14th at 4:30 p.m.
Senior Yoga: Slow and Gentle Yoga for 65+
Yoga can be a very relaxing and centering exercise program. Join us on the first Friday of the month, September 3 at 4 PM for virtual yoga for seniors, ages 65+. Yoga can be a very relaxing and centering exercise program. This class is presented by Meena Kankani, a certified yoga therapist.
DIY Crafts: Nail Polish Marbling
On the second Tuesday of every month the Maud Marks Library hosts a craft time for adults. This month, September 14 at 2 PM, we will be marbling with nail polish. All materials will be provided. Seating for this is extremely limited.
Area Libraries Opening as Summer Begins and Pandemic Threat Subsides
By George Slaughter Katy-area libraries are not yet at full capacity as the pandemic subsides and the summer begins, but they are opening up and welcoming back their patrons. “All of the Harris County Public Library branches are at 75% occupancy as we’re following the Harris County threat level guidance,” Angel Hill, Katy Branch Library senior manager, said. “Currently, the level is at Yellow, but once it reaches the next level (Green), we’ll be back […]
Harris County Libraries Remains Closed But Continues Virtual Programming and Curbside Pickup
Curbside Pickup at the Katy Library While the Katy Library at 5414 Franz Road is closed to the public, we are offering curbside pickup to check out items on your library account. Request online or contact us at 281-391-3509 to place orders or for more information. Monthly Take-Home Craft Kit at the Katy Library Pick up a children’s craft kit each month at our no-contact curbside pickup. Even though the library’s closed, the fun doesn’t […]
Library Commemorating Its 25th Anniversary Saturday
By George Slaughter The Maud Smith Marks Library celebrates its 25th anniversary at 1 p.m. Saturday with a cake cutting and other events, including a book character contest, a book spin contest, and a book race contest. The celebration will also include square dancers, games, crafts, a magician, a visit from Mother Goose, and contests and snacks. Remembering Maud Smith Marks Maud Smith Marks, the library’s namesake, lived in the early 20th century. She and […]
Maud Marks Library Has a New Branch Manager
By George Slaughter One can always learn something new when visiting a library. For Akhila Bhat, that passion for learning has evolved into a career that finds her in a new role, as branch manager for the Maud Marks Library. Bhat began her new role last month after making an almost 9,000-mile journey to get to Southeast Texas. She is from Mumbai, India. She married and moved to the United States as her husband, Surendra, […]