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library PRESENTs PROGRAM ON meal planning and budget shopping
There are more ways to save money on groceries than by clipping coupons or watching for sales. Learn how to become a smarter – and healthier – shopper when Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) presents “Eating Well, Saving More, Wasting Less” […]
LEARN THE ART OF Chinese CALLIGRAPHY AT Mission Bend BRANCH LIBRARY
Fort Bend County Libraries will host a “Chinese Calligraphy for Beginners” workshop on Wednesday, February 5, beginning at 6:00 pm, in the Conference Room of the Mission Bend Branch Library, located at 8421 Addicks Clodine Road. In this hands-on workshop, participants will […]
CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY HOSTS DANCING LIONS FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
Fort Bend County Libraries will host a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 8, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library in Katy. Activities and crafts celebrating the Year of the Snake are planned for families with children of all ages. […]
FREE INCOME-TAX HELP AT FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES
Fort Bend County Libraries will again host representatives from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), who will provide free income-tax-preparation assistance for low-income taxpayers at several locations in the Fort Bend County library system from February 1 through April […]
FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES AVAILABLE AS WARMING CENTERS
All Fort Bend County Libraries are available as warming centers during regular library hours. Anyone wishing to escape the cold is invited to visit any library and enjoy a warm, safe, and welcoming environment. Library hours vary by location, so […]
GET FAFSA APPLICATION ASSISTANCE AT GEORGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library will present, “FAFSA 101: Unlocking College Financial Aid,” on Saturday, January 11, from 10:00 to 11:30 am, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond. Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for […]
Learning English? Get Practice at Libraries’ ESL Conversation Circles
Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation […]
Chess Players Invited To Practice & Share Tips At Cinco Ranch Branch Library Event
Chess players of all 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, January 4, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, […]
Libraries Host Financial Literacy Series for Teens
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) offers programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens in grades 9 through 12. This spring, FBCL will host a free series of Financial Literacy workshops designed to give teens a better understanding of personal finances, credit cards, […]
