Fort Bend County Libraries will present an online gardening program, “Controlling Landscape Pests & Diseases,” on Tuesday, September 21, beginning at 2:00 pm. Part 6 of the Texas AgriLife Extension Office’s Landscape Success series for homeowners, this program will be live-streamed via Webex; […]
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Fort Bend County Libraries Encourages Aspiring Writers With Story Spinners Club
Join other aspiring writers at Fort Bend County Libraries’ online “Story Spinners Writing Club” on Thursday, September 16, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. The topic for September is “Description.” This program will be a virtual session presented via Webex; it will […]
Texas State Library and Archives Commission Appoints Gloria Meraz Director and Librarian
The Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) has named Gloria Meraz as Director and Librarian, effective September 1, 2021. In this position, Meraz will serve as the State Librarian of Texas. The commission took formal action to appoint Meraz […]
Library Adds High-Performance Microfilm Scanner To Genealogy Department
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) is excited to offer a new high-performance microfilm scanner to the Genealogy and Local History Department at George Memorial Library in Richmond. Family-history researchers and fans of local history will be able to use the […]
Texas State Library and Archives Commission Accepting Applications from Libraries for $1.8 Million in ARPA Grants
The Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) will begin accepting applications on Sept. 3 for three new grant programs made possible by emergency pandemic funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Available funds total at least $1.8 million […]
Texas Center for the Book Announces Four New Literary Landmarks
The Texas Center for the Book (TCFB) at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) today announced four new Literary Landmarks, to be unveiled across the state in special ceremonies this fall and winter: Theodis “Ted” Shine, Jr. Literary […]
Libraries To Close In Observance Of Labor Day
All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries, which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch and the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch, will be closed Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, September 7. Your online library is always […]
Library’s Online Culinary Book Club To Discuss Rice Recipes At September Meeting
The Culinary Book Club at Fort Bend County Libraries’ University Branch Library will meet online on Wednesday, September 15, beginning at 1:30 pm. The theme of the month is “Rice Recipes.” This videoconference will be live-streamed in real time via Webex; it will NOT be […]
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!
Teens Can Earn Volunteer-Service Hours With Libraries’ Online Advisory Councils
This fall, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer fun, online programs specifically designed for high school-age teens in grades 9 through 12. In September, the programs will be either live-streamed via Webex or pre-recorded videos. Registration is required for […]
