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.

Upcoming Events

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

Battle of the Bots with iCode Sugar Land

2:30pm–3:30pm
Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
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:

In this programming, we will be working with Vex Robotics kits to bring our very own Battle Bots competition.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Financial Literacy Series: Credit Management

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Sugar Land Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Tech Center (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop, Business/Finance
Registration Required
Description:

Learning to take care of personal finances can be overwhelming, so let the library provide guidance and advice to help understand how to manage money.

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

Basic Drawing for Teens and Adults

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Learn some rudimentary drawing techniques including how to represent complex objects using fundamental shapes like triangles, spheres, cones, and such fundamentals as shading in order to create the illusion of depth and texture. 

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

Writer's Block

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Description:

Struggling with a story? Can’t seem to get it write? Join us for a writer’s night at the library. This program will go over writing basics, themes, techniques, and how to unlock that writer’s block!

Libraries closed for Veterans Day

All Day
Some Branches
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, Pinnacle Senior Center 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:

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Bilingual - ESL
Description:

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

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

Intro to Kanopy Plus

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Digital Resources, Workshop, Computer Classes, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Explore our new streaming resource! Learn how to stream free movies and TV shows with your Fort Bend County Library card via Kanopy Plus. 

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

Writer's Boost

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Computer Lab (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

It's time to write! On November 6 & 13, join fellow authors for quiet writing time, word sprints, and plenty of encouragement make progress on your writing project. Prompts, story "unstuckers", and writing worksheets will be available.

This event is in the "Teens" group

YA Craft: Felt Bookmarks

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Learn basic sewing skills while making a tea themed bookmark!

This program is for students in grades 9 through 12. 

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

2025 Book Festival

12:00pm–4:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Music, Performances, Workshop, Story Times, History/Genealogy, Book Sales, Book Clubs, Games, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Welcome to 2025 Book Festival! We celebrate literature, creativity, storytelling, and more.  This year, we're featuring our Fort Bend Community Reads pick, Amanda Churchill, author of The Turtle House.

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

2025 Book Fest: Kimono and Yukata Try-On

12:30pm–1:30pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Exhibit/Displays
Description:

Japan-America Society of Houston is presenting a workshop on the history of kimonos and yukatas, how to wear them, and letting people try them on! Stop by to put on various exquisite kimonos and yukatas, and take photos!

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

Calligraphy for the Holidays

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adult
University Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

In this holiday-themed calligraphy workshop, participants will learn decorative lettering techniques to create festive cards and more.

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

S.T.E.P. into College: E: Engage After Applying

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

Take a peek behind the curtain of the college admissions process and explore how colleges build their freshman class with William Keaton, Director of College Readiness for Yes Prep Schools. In Engage After Applying, we will expl

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

STEMsters - Egg Drop Lesson

2:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Join STEMsters for an Egg Drop Lesson. Participants will work in groups to build protective models around an egg using straw and tap, then test their designs by dropping the eggs to see which survive. 

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

Diabetes Prevention Lifesyle & Nutrition

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Workshop, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Ryan Gant, a Nutritionist, MPA, and Community Health Education Specialist, is coming to discuss diabetes during National Diabetes Month.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Financial Literacy Series: Credit Management

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2A (George Memorial)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Teen Financial Literacy Series

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

Computer Lab: Study Hall

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Sienna)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Looking for the perfect place to study and learn with your friends? The upstairs computer lab will be opened on Tuesday evenings for adults and teens. 

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

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

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.