Although the buildings that make up Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) have been closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, library staff have continued to be hard at work meeting the needs of the communities they serve. “We know that many people […]
Library News
Library’s Podcast Club Focuses On Ghosts In October
The Podcast Club at Fort Bend County Libraries’ University Branch Library will focus on “Ghosts & Spirits” in October. Since the library buildings are currently not open to the public, the Podcast Club meeting will take place online via Zoom/WebEx, so listeners throughout the […]
Learn About The National Novel-Writing Month Challenge At Libraries’ Online Program
In preparation for National Novel-Writing Month in November, Fort Bend County Libraries will present a special, 2-part “NaNoWriMo Prep-tober 2020” workshop to introduce aspiring writers to the NaNoWriMo challenge. The workshop will be live-streamed on Thursdays, October 8 and 29, from 2:00 […]
Libraries Welcome Fall With Special Online Performance Of “The Wizard Of Oz”
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will kick off the fall season with a special online Fall Festival event for families. Enjoy a virtual performance of “The Wizard of Oz,” performed by Bright Star Theatre, on Saturday, October 17. A link to the video […]
Libraries Host Online Program On Evictions During Covid-19
Fort Bend County Libraries, in conjunction with the Earl Carl Institute for Legal & Social Policy at Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, will hold a special online program, “Evictions During COVID-19: Know Your Rights,” on Thursday, October 22, […]
Game Enthusiasts Invited To Libraries’ Online Event
Fort Bend County Libraries will host an online edition of the game “A Fake Artist Goes to New York” on Wednesday, October 7, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. This event will be live-streamed via Zoom/WebEx; it will NOT be in person. […]
Fort Bend County Libraries Encourages Aspiring Writers With Story Spinners Club
Join other aspiring writers at Fort Bend County Libraries’ “Story Spinners Writing Club” on Thursday, October 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. The topic for October is “Pacing.” This program will be a virtual session presented via Zoom/WebEx; it will NOT […]
Libraries Present Genealogy & Local History Programs Online
Have you ever wondered where your ancestors came from? Are you curious about their military service or daily lives? Begin your family-history research with Fort Bend County Libraries’ Local History and Genealogy Department at George Memorial Library in Richmond. Library staff will present two […]
Libraries Present Online Demonstrations For Craft & Hobby Enthusiasts
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a series of online, craft- and hobby-themed video demonstrations to introduce people to new hobbies and activities, and to give current crafters inspiration and new ideas. Because of social-distancing recommendations, Fort Bend County Libraries […]
Libraries Offer Online Cookbook Clubs For Culinary Enthusiasts
Cooking enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels – from beginners to advanced –find Fort Bend County Libraries’ monthly Cookbook Book Clubs a great way to share ideas and discover new culinary tips. Different cooking genres are explored each month. […]
