News in brief Jun 24, 2008
All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries will be closed July 4-6, in observance of Independence Day. Regular library hours will resume on Monday, July 7. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)
Services set for Meyer, who helped found library Jun 3, 2008
Today, Fort Bend County Libraries features eight branch libraries with two more under development. The library system's collection includes more than 816,000 books, tapes and other items available to the public. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Fort Bend youths' philanthropy shines at event Apr 10, 2008
Fort Bend Baptist Academy (FBBA) was the first to be honored for its support of Fort Bend County Libraries. We are truly honored to work with Fort Bend County Libraries, said FBBA student Amber Cutler. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Court to revisit possible bond election for building Feb 26, 2008
Looking at the Fort Bend County Libraries Unattended Children Policy and Library Rules of Conduct Policy; and. A transportation services agreement between the county and Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much More. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
County offers bedtime fun with pajama story nights Feb 12, 2008
Lynne Ring, manager of Youth Services of Fort Bend County Libraries, George Memorial Branch, said twice a month for the past two years the Puppet Theater (located in the children's section) majestically transforms into a world that can be found only between the pages of a children's book ... Details and listings of the programs at the George Memorial branch or any of the Fort Bend County Libraries are located on the online at www. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Year In Review: Weather big story in 2nd quarter Dec 29, 2007
Celebrating anniversary milestones this quarter were Wharton County Junior College, 60th; Fort Bend County Libraries, 60th; Lamar Junior High, 50th; Fort Bend Museum Association, 40th; and Shady Oaks Christian School along with Funshine Academy, celebrating 20 years of education each. An unsolved mystery developed late in the second quarter of 2007 with the disappearance of Bobby Jones, a popular polka music disc jockey. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Fort Bend's youth honored for good deeds May 3, 2007
Some of them go by ippers" while others call themselves ips, but dozens of high school students were applauded and named riends by the non-profit groups they benefited through the Youth in Philanthropy Program, known as IP. A collaborative effort between the George Foundation, the Fort Bend Chamber and the school districts, YIP is celebrating its 10th year. Projects are underwritten by the George Foundation, and the Fort Bend Chamber supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the program.... (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
