Thursday, June 3, 2010

Local Library Programs for June 2010

map of library locations
Lone Star College Libraries (LSC)
Harris County Public Library (HCPL)
Montgomery County Memorial Library System (MCMLS)
Houston Public Library (HPL)

Featured Program:

New York Times Bestselling Author Robert Dugoni
Tuesday, June 8, 2010, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Robert Dugoni, master of the legal thriller, will talk about his life and his craft. An Adult Summer Reading Event at no charge! Mr. Dugoni will be signing his latest thriller Bodily Harm for sale through the South Montgomery Friends of the Library.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728


Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The club meets the last Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. in library meeting room 215. We discuss a different theme each month.Theme for June 30: any mystery set in Florida or by a Floridian. So you say you like: mysteries? To hear about what others are reading? To have the friendship of a book club without committing to reading a book every month?Have we got the group for you!
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Monday, June 7, 2010, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd floor or the Circulation Desk on the 1st floor to find out more about our TAKE A READ-CATION Adult Summer Reading Program and activities throughout the summer. We will have weekly drawings for a pound of Starbucks Coffee. All those who submit their reading log tickets (online or paper) will be eligible to win. Participants may win only one time during Adult Summer Reading. We will also be drawing at the end of summer reading for a gift card and Friends of the Library Bookstore "free book" coupons. Stop by and learn more about Adult Summer Reading at the R. B. Tullis Library!
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705


Computer Classes

Computer Classes
Saturday, June 5, 2010, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This course explains the common features and commands of various types of productivity programs. Students will also learn about the main components of the user interface, keyboard shortcuts, and various key combinations. Adults and Teens.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
This continuation of Computer Basics explains the features of different computers and the role of memory. It describes different types of productivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs. It also explains the features and functions of Windows XP. Prerequisites: None.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Saturday, June 26, 2010, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Introduction to basic functions of presentation program including graphics, multimedia and print options.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Saturday, June 5, 2010, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All workshops are free and no registration is required.Sessions are held in the library computer lab 203.Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2007.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Tuesday, June 8, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
All workshops are free and no registration is required.Sessions are held in the library computer lab 203.Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2007.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Saturday, June 12, 2010, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All workshops are free and no registration is required.Sessions are held in the library computer lab 203.Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2007.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Saturday, June 12, 2010, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All workshops are free and no registration is required.Sessions are held in the library computer lab 203.Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2007.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Tuesday, June 15, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
All workshops are free and no registration is required.Sessions are held in the library computer lab 203.Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2007.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214


Special Programs

Special Programs
Saturday, June 26, 2010, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
**Must have Signed Permission Form to Register** Celebrate Indian culture by first learning movements from both traditional and contemporary Indian Dance. Afterward use henna to apply a temporary tattoo. Permission forms are available at 2nd Floor Information Desk.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Thursday, June 24, 2010, 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thinking about starting your own business? Are you already a small business owner? The City of Houston’s One Stop Business Center, in partnership with SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) and Houston Public Library’s C.O.R.E. (Career Opportunities, Resources and Education) Center, will present a 1½ hour workshop on the rules and regulations which govern the operation of small businesses in Houston.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030


Special Programs
Thursday, June 10, 2010, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Charry combines traditional and contemporary South American rhythms to create his own unique sound. He weaves Andean panpipes, Bolivian charangos, Brazilian birimbous and Australian didgeridoosin to magical musical concoctions.
MCMLS - Malcom Purvis Branch
510 Melton St
Magnolia, TX 77354
(936)442-7704


Special Programs
Monday, June 14, 2010, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Learn about this entertaining adventure game using a GPS. Individuals and organizations have set up caches all over the world and share the locations of these caches on the Internet. Hunting for these caches makes a great hobby. One can learn about the history of a location, see things they might not otherwise see and make new friends. Learn about the different aspects of geocaching. If you have a handheld GPS or one that you can input coordinates, please bring it. Ada Levins with the Academy of Lifelong Learning at Lone Star College-EMCID will be our instructor.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Special Programs
Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Adults ages 18 and up are invited to join us for a free knitting lesson. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. Registration begins June 7. Sign up at the 2nd floor reference desk or by calling (936) 442-7727, ext. 365 or 367.
MCMLS - South Regional Branch
2101 Lake Robbins Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380-1152
(281) 298-9110




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