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After-School Break: DIY Kaleidoscopes

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Combine art and science at this after-school program to create your very own kaleidoscope. Join us to learn about mirrors and reflections, and how the inside of a kaleidoscope works. This program is for children in grades K-5.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Combine art and science at this after-school program to create your very own kaleidoscope. Join us to learn about mirrors and reflections, and how the inside of a kaleidoscope works. This program is for children in grades K-5.

Cricut 101: Getting Started

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Computer Classes, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Want to learn a new way to craft? Come learn how to use the Cricut, an electronic cutting machine that can cut all sorts of designs from materials like paper, vinyl, cardstock, and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Computer Classes, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Want to learn a new way to craft? Come learn how to use the Cricut, an electronic cutting machine that can cut all sorts of designs from materials like paper, vinyl, cardstock, and more!

Craft Carnival

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades

Join us for a craft carnival! Create from premade crafts or have fun making something new. Participants will use their imagination and creative skills using paper, glue sticks, and crayons.This program will be come and go. 

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Description:

Join us for a craft carnival! Create from premade crafts or have fun making something new. Participants will use their imagination and creative skills using paper, glue sticks, and crayons.This program will be come and go. 

Teen Book Swap

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for Teen Book Swap! Have books you don't want taking up space on your shelf? Bring them in and trade for a new read!

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Teens
Description:

Join us for Teen Book Swap! Have books you don't want taking up space on your shelf? Bring them in and trade for a new read!

Pajama Night Story Time: Spring Time

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant

Mother Goose Time is a multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Conference Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

Toddler Time: Spring Time

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Family Story Time: Spring Time

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Toddler Time: Spring Time

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Crafty Stitches: Scrapbooking

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for crafty stitches where each month we have a different craft. This month’s craft is scrapbooking. If you don’t want to do the craft, no worries, bring your own craft and still join in on the conversation.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for crafty stitches where each month we have a different craft. This month’s craft is scrapbooking. If you don’t want to do the craft, no worries, bring your own craft and still join in on the conversation.

Homeschool Social Hour: Mini Golf

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades

Join us for Homeschool Social Hour at the library! This program provides a welcoming space for children to make friends and explore new activities.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

Join us for Homeschool Social Hour at the library! This program provides a welcoming space for children to make friends and explore new activities.

Elder Abuse Seminar

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adult

Join Marla Jurek, from Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, for an Elder Abuse seminar.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Join Marla Jurek, from Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, for an Elder Abuse seminar.

Pajama Night Story Time: ABCs & 123s

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

Mother Goose Time

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant

Mother Goose Time is a multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Mother Goose Time is a multisensory activity time designed for pre-walking infants from 0 to 12 months of age. Mother Goose Time includes rhymes, finger plays, and lullabies designed for early educational development.

ESL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Conference Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

Toddler Time: ABC's & 123's

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Family Story Time: ABC's & 123's

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This 45-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Cookbook Club

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for the First Colony Cookbook Club! There will be refreshments as we vote on a cookbook to be showcased at our next meeting.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us for the First Colony Cookbook Club! There will be refreshments as we vote on a cookbook to be showcased at our next meeting.

Toddler Time: ABC's & 123's

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This children's program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity.

After-School Break: Alligators presented by Texas Parks & Wildlife

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Alligators: from Egg to Apex – They are the rulers of the swamps, but they start life at the bottom of the food chain.

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Alligators: from Egg to Apex – They are the rulers of the swamps, but they start life at the bottom of the food chain.

Libraries closed for Easter Holiday

All Day 4/3 - 4/5
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!You can access our:eLibraryStream movies and musicDownload e-books, e-audiobooks, and digital magazinesDigital Resou...

Closing
Branches:
George Memorial Library, Albert George Branch Library, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library, Fulshear Branch Library, Mamie George Branch Library, Mission Bend Branch Library, Missouri City Branch Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch
Description:

Our buildings are closed, but our online library is always open!

You can access our:

Paint By Numbers

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adult

Are you new to painting? Worried about coming up with your own compositions or colors? Join us for a paint by numbers party that takes all the guesswork out of painting! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Are you new to painting? Worried about coming up with your own compositions or colors? Join us for a paint by numbers party that takes all the guesswork out of painting! 

Pajama Night Story Time: April Showers

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Infant, Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!