Fort Bend County Libraries will have an educational series focusing on “Art & Architecture” this fall. The next program in the series, “Art & Architecture: Gothic Cathedrals,” will take place on Saturday, September 23, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. In this segment in the series, architecture professor Sheba Akhtar will talk about the design origins of Gothic Cathedrals, which […]
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Photography Lighting Class At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present “Photography 104: Lighting” on Monday, September 18, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, in the Multipurpose Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. During this hands-on workshop for photographers of all skill levels, professional photographer Bryan Bankston will provide a detailed demonstration of lighting techniques for different photographic effects. Discover how various lighting options – such as professional strobe lights, LED lights, and even […]
Learn About Meditation For Healthy Living At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a series on Meditation for Healthy Living in September. Part 1 of the series, “Detox Your Mind Through Meditation,” will take place on Saturday, September 16, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Daya Sharma will talk about the use of meditation to detoxify one’s mind by cleansing the body and eliminating the toxins that have […]
Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Courthouse Basics
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy, will present a “Courthouse Basics” series in September for self-represented individuals who are interested in learning about legal-research resources that are available to the general public. These classes are taught by staff from the Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library in Richmond. “Courthouse 101” will take place on Tuesday, September 5, from 10:30 to 11:30 am, in the Computer Lab […]
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 skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. The ESL Conversation Circles will take place […]
September Children’s Programs at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy, will present a variety of free children’s programs – Family Story Time, Pajama Night Story Time, After-School Breaks, and others – throughout the month of September. During Family Story Time and Pajama Night Story Time, families with children of all ages will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes. Craft packets will be given out at the end of each program, so that […]
Youth Activities At Cinco Ranch Branch Library Resume Fall Schedule After Break
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy, presents a variety of free children’s programs every month. The fall schedule begins mid-August; activities will not take place during the first two weeks of August. Family Story Time takes place on Wednesdays and Thursdays, beginning at 10:15 and 11:30 am, in the Meeting Room. Families with children of all ages will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes. Craft packets will be given […]
Learn MS Word & 3D Printing At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy, will present introductory computer classes this month on the use of Microsoft Word and 3D printing. The classes will consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer programs. The computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab of the library. “MS Word 2016 Survival Basics” will take place on […]
Learn About Yoga For Gardeners At Library Program
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a program on “Yoga for Gardeners,” on Saturday, August 19, from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. In this interactive exercise class, Fort Bend County Master Gardener and certified yoga instructor Suma Mudan will talk about the ways that yoga can help in stretching and strengthening the muscles and joints that are most involved […]
Teens Earn Volunteer-Service Hours At Libraries’ Ya Advisory Councils
Fort Bend County Libraries offers programs specifically designed for high school-aged teens entering grades 9 through 12. The programs provide fun and challenging opportunities for these young adults, who are also encouraged to become active participants in designing and orchestrating new activities for teens in the library system. Teens can earn volunteer-service hours by participating in FBCL’s Young Adult Advisory Councils, where they can express ideas, help organize upcoming activities, and suggest new programs and books […]