Reminder:

The fine-free period will end on Sunday, November 30. Library cards with $5+ fines and fees will be blocked from checkout. 

Holiday:

All Fort Bend County Libraries locations will be CLOSED on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in honor of Veterans Day. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12.

Event List

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This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break Program - Slime, Snow, & Hot Cocoa!

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Albert George) at Albert George Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Warm up by sipping on some delicious hot chocolate, then “chill” out by making snow-inspired slime to take home!  This program is recommended for grades Kindergarten through 5th grade.

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

Warm up by sipping on some delicious hot chocolate, then “chill” out by making snow-inspired slime to take home!  This program is recommended for grades Kindergarten through 5th grade.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Holiday Book Ornament

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adult
Want to remember the books your read this year? Or spotlight your favorite books of all time? Join us to create personalized mini book ornaments! 
 
****Please provide your email in the registration!
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:
Want to remember the books your read this year? Or spotlight your favorite books of all time? Join us to create personalized mini book ornaments! 
 
****Please provide your email in the registration!
This event is in the "Elementary" group

After-School Break: Game Day

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room (Mission Bend) at Mission Bend Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Join us for a relaxing variety of tabletop games, floor puzzles, and building materials as we wind down the fall semester. This program is for grades K-5 only. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups. 

Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Movies, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a relaxing variety of tabletop games, floor puzzles, and building materials as we wind down the fall semester. This program is for grades K-5 only. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

The Craft Studio: Mini Bookcases

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Room 2A (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Celebrate your love of reading! Create and decorate your own tiny bookcase filled with miniature handmade books.

Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Celebrate your love of reading! Create and decorate your own tiny bookcase filled with miniature handmade books.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Pajama Night Story Time: Dinosaurs

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program. Pajamas and blankets welcome! 

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program. Pajamas and blankets welcome! 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pajama Night

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, action rhymes, a short video and puppet show for families with children of all ages. Blankets and pajamas welcome! Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, action rhymes, a short video and puppet show for families with children of all ages. Blankets and pajamas welcome! Take-home craft will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Adult Coloring Hour

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Join us every week for Adult Coloring Hour! Bring your own coloring pages and supplies or choose from our designs and supplies. We will play relaxing music while we color to help us unwind. 

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us every week for Adult Coloring Hour! Bring your own coloring pages and supplies or choose from our designs and supplies. We will play relaxing music while we color to help us unwind. 

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections: STEM Challenge: Gumdrop Bridges

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle Grades

Using only gumdrops and toothpicks, make a bridge that can support a book! Kids in grades 4-8 are invited to join us for this STEM-based craft.

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Using only gumdrops and toothpicks, make a bridge that can support a book! Kids in grades 4-8 are invited to join us for this STEM-based craft.

All libraries will OPEN at 12 noon

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 8:00am - 12:00pm
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, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch, Virtual Programs
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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, Pinnacle Senior Center Library, Sienna Branch Library, Sugar Land Branch Library, University Branch Library, Off Site, System-Wide, Branch, Virtual Programs
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Craft)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Sugar Land) at Sugar Land Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adult

Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft?

Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft?

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crochet Crafts: Basics

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Join us to learn the basics of crochet and what you can make with yarn and a hook!   

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

Join us to learn the basics of crochet and what you can make with yarn and a hook!   

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Bilingual - ESL
Age Group:
Adult

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Craft Squad Social

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room #1 (University) at University Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adult

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Craft Squad is a weekly meetup for crafters and artists of all skill-levels.  Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people.  Share your work, your tips and tricks, and get ins

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Friday Afternoon Board Games

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adult

Board games are more than just a way to pass the time. They also benefit your brain, your social skills, and your well-being. So, bring a friend or just yourself and join us in playing some fun board games.

Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Games
Description:

Board games are more than just a way to pass the time. They also benefit your brain, your social skills, and your well-being. So, bring a friend or just yourself and join us in playing some fun board games.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

YS Volunteer Interviews - BY INVITE ONLY

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Age Group:
Middle Grades

Must have an application for volunteering with the Youth Department to set up in-person interview for a spot. For more information, please contact the Cinco Ranch Branch Library Youth Department at 281-633-4606.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Middle Grades
Registration Required
Description:

Must have an application for volunteering with the Youth Department to set up in-person interview for a spot. For more information, please contact the Cinco Ranch Branch Library Youth Department at 281-633-4606.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Creative Connections: Nintendo Switch Games & Snacks

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle Grades

Youth in grades 4-8 are invited to a Nintendo Switch games and snacks! Play games for a chance to win some amazing prices! Materials for this program were made possible by the Friends of First Colony Branch Library.  

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

Youth in grades 4-8 are invited to a Nintendo Switch games and snacks! Play games for a chance to win some amazing prices! Materials for this program were made possible by the Friends of First Colony Branch Library.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk Back Book Club

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Talk Back is a book club that covers a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles alike that occurs on the second Saturday of each month. Join our discussion of Murder in Rose Hi

Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Talk Back is a book club that covers a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles alike that occurs on the second Saturday of each month. Join our discussion of Murder in Rose Hi

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

🍪 Cookie Catapults: A Merry STEM Challenge!

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch) at Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle Grades
Get ready to launch into holiday fun with our Cookie Catapults workshop!
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:
Get ready to launch into holiday fun with our Cookie Catapults workshop!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Book “Speed Dating” 

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (First Colony) at First Colony Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adult

If you find yourself in a reading slump or looking for something new to read, consider joining us for a "speed dating" program but for books! 

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

If you find yourself in a reading slump or looking for something new to read, consider joining us for a "speed dating" program but for books! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Nifty Needlers

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Fulshear) at Fulshear Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adult

Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets every second Saturday and third Tuesday of each month.

Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets every second Saturday and third Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Taylor Swift Birthday Party

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (George Memorial) at George Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all Swifties! Celebrate Taylor’s birthday with a come-and-go party just for teens!

Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Calling all Swifties! Celebrate Taylor’s birthday with a come-and-go party just for teens!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Battle of the Bots with iCode Sugar Land

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Missouri City) at Missouri City Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Games, Exhibit/Displays
Age Group:
Middle Grades, Teens

Engage in a hands-on robotics workshop using VEX Robotics kits. Participants will build and program robots with Scratch block coding, incorporating sensors for interactivity. The session concludes with a friendly Battle Bots competition. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop, Games, Exhibit/Displays
Registration Required
Description:

Engage in a hands-on robotics workshop using VEX Robotics kits. Participants will build and program robots with Scratch block coding, incorporating sensors for interactivity. The session concludes with a friendly Battle Bots competition.