Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Local Library Programs for November 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:
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Rick Steves - Travel as a Political Act
Hear the insights of travel writer, public television host, and Seattle businessman Rick Steves when he visits the campus to discuss the importance of travel in gaining a deeper understanding and appreciation for different cultures. Join us as we explore Travel as a Political Act during Steves' November 4th appearance at Lone Star College-CyFair. ART 111 - Center for the Arts Main Stage
His classes have helped millions of Americans not only enjoy maximum travel thrills per mile, minute, and euro, but become better citizens of our planet. Rick shares how the other 96 percent of humanity sees our nation and explores how his social activism has grown naturally out of his travel experiences.
Rick Steves grew up in Edmonds, Washington. He studied at the University of Washington where he received degrees in Business Administration and European History. But his real education came in Europe. Since 1973 he's spent 120 days a year in Europe. Having spent a third of his adult life living out of a suitcase in Europe has shaped his thinking. Today he employs 72 people at his Edmonds-based company, Europe Through the Back Door, where he produces over 50 books on European travel, the popular Rick Steves' Europe public television series, a weekly hour-long public radio show which airs all over the USA, and a weekly column syndicated by the Chicago Tribune.
View "The Magic of Travel" video below, part of Rick Steves' Travel as a Political Act presentation. Read excerpts from the book at Steves' website. Then mark your calendar for the free event on November 4 at Lone Star College - CyFair. Steves' campus visit is sponsored by the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Friends of the Library.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Monday, November 8, 2010, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Bookless Wonders Book Club
Do you love the idea of a book club, but hate the restrictions of having to read a certain book by a certain time? Well... there are others just like you! So, yes we are a bookless book club. Chat it up withbibliophiles that enjoy the company of other bibliophiles!
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Book Clubs
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sports Page Book Club
On the second Wednesday of each month from 1-2 p.m. in LRNC 215, join your hosts, Anthony McMillan and Mick Stafford for sports talk and books. Call Mick Stafford at 281-290-5276 for more information.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Friday, November 26, 2010, 11:00 AM - 12:30 AM
First Friday Book Club
Friday Book Club is for intermediate through advanced non-native speakers. The club will meet at 11:00 to 12:30 p.m. on Fridays in library room 102. No registration is required. The discussion will be in English. We are currently reading Travel as a Political Act by Rick Steves.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Monday, November 8, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Paranormal Book Club
Newcomers are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. Book lovers of all ages are welcome, but some books will contain material inappropriate for a younger audience. Please join us for this month's book selection, World War Z by Max Brooks.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Thursday, November 18, 2010, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
Please join our mystery book club. We will discuss Homicide in Hardcover by Kate Carlisle. We meet at 1 pm in the Friends of the Library room on the 1st floor of the Library.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Monday, November 29, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After Austen Book Club
Join other enthusiastic fans this month for a discussion of Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. Newcomers are welcome! Light refreshments will be served.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Fiction Book Club
On Thursday, Nov. 4th at 2:00 p.m. at Mitchell Branch the Fiction Book Club for adults will discuss Fieldwork by Mischa Berlinski. Join us at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room downstairs. To sign up for this Book Club or if you have any questions, please call Emily Osburn @ 936-442-7728, ext. 313 or e-mail Emily.Osburn@countylibrary.org
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728


Computer Classes

Computer Classes
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Excel 2007 Basic
Learn basic skills of Excel 2007.
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Computer Classes
Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Clases de Computadora Basica
lases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte sabado, 23 de oct., segundo parte sabado, 6 de nov., tercer parte sabado, 20 de nov.
Basic computer instruction in Spanish for adults. Must attend Part 1 on Saturday, October 23, Part 2 on Saturday, November 6 and Part 3 on Saturday, November 20.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, November 13, 2010, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - F
Averaging numbers, Mortgage curtailment, financing a car, investing
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, November 20, 2010, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Clases de Computadora Basica
lases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte sabado, 23 de oct., segundo parte sabado, 6 de nov., tercer parte sabado, 20 de nov.
Basic computer instruction in Spanish for adults. Must attend Part 1 on Saturday, October 23, Part 2 on Saturday, November 6 and Part 3 on Saturday, November 20.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610


Computer Classes
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Intro to MS Access 2007
This course explains the basic tasks that you can perform by using a database program. Students will learn how to create and use a database. In addition, students will learn how to generate various types of reports by using queries.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Computer Workshop - PowerPoint: Essentials
Learn about creating, formatting, printing, and saving documents. Time for questions & answers is included.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Internet I
This free class is designed for the participant who wants to get started using the internet. Topics covered will include: how the internet works, the parts of the internet, internet terminology, and starting to surf the web.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Saturday, November 6, 2010, 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Internet II
This free class is for the person who wants to practice using the Internet. This class offers a chance to practice the skills learned in the Introduction to the Internet and Email class. Using the Internet safely will be stressed.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Computer Basics III
This free class is for the person who wants has completed Computer Basics II class and wants to extend their knowledge. Topics covered will include an introduction to word processing and an indepth study of the specalized keys on the keyboard.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200


Special Programs

Special Programs
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ESL - English as a Second Language
ur ESL class helps students learn English grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, or listening, and helps you get ready to communicate with other English speakers.
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Friday, November 19, 2010, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Resume
Learn how to complete a winning resume!
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Spanish Conversation
Practice and improve your Spanish skills in these weekly sessions. Register at the library or call 281-821-1320.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Which Wednesday: Garden Club
Gardening Club for is for ages 0-99+ to plan, plant, care for and harvest the Library Courtyard Garden. This program will bring various generations together by growing something together!
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Thursday, November 18, 2010, 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Starting a Business - Houston One Stop Business Center and SCORE
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 CORE (Career Opportunities, Resources and Education), will present a workshop on the rules and regulations which govern the operation of a small business in Houston.
HPL - Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Special Programs
Monday, November 22, 2010, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Conversational Spanish
Whether you are learning Spanish or just want to brush-up, join us to practice your conversational skills in a relaxed setting.
HPL - Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Special Programs
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Explore Second Life
Join the LSC-Kingwood’s librarians in Second Life as they explore different topics weekly. Students, staff and faculty should meet in the Library or from their home/office computer at http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kingwood Island/125/128/26 from 2-3 p.m. Reference assistance in Second Life is available Monday through Thursday from 3:30-5:30 p.m. For more information contact Peggy Whitley at 281-312-1493 or PWhitley@LoneStar.edu.
LSC-Kingwood Library
20000 Kingwood Dr.
Kingwood, TX 77339
281.312.1693

Special Programs
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Job Search Seminar
his seminar will cover interviewing. It will take place in L207, the second floor college computer lab. To register, call 832-559-4213.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Monday, November 8, 2010, 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Write-In for National Novel Writing Month!
Join in the writing fun during National Novel Writing Month! Local participants strive to complete 50,000 words in 30 days. Meet up in the 2nd floor Conference Room for support and competitive fun to help you get that word count soaring! Contact Donna Dzierlenga, 936-442-7728 x308, for more details.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Special Programs
Monday, November 15, 2010, 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Write-In for National Novel Writing Month!
Join in the writing fun during National Novel Writing Month! Local participants strive to complete 50,000 words in 30 days. Meet up in the 2nd floor Conference Room for support and competitive fun to help you get that word count soaring! Contact Donna Dzierlenga, 936-442-7728 x308, for more details.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Special Programs
Monday, November 22, 2010, 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Write-In for National Novel Writing Month!
Join in the writing fun during National Novel Writing Month! Local participants strive to complete 50,000 words in 30 days. Meet up in the 2nd floor Conference Room for support and competitive fun to help you get that word count soaring! Contact Donna Dzierlenga, 936-442-7728 x308, for more details.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Special Programs
Monday, November 29, 2010, 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Write-In for National Novel Writing Month!
Join in the writing fun during National Novel Writing Month! Local participants strive to complete 50,000 words in 30 days. Meet up in the 2nd floor Conference Room for support and competitive fun to help you get that word count soaring! Contact Donna Dzierlenga, 936-442-7728 x308, for more details.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Special Programs
Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tullis Branch - Fall Book Sale!
Please join the Friends of the R.B. Tullis Library at the fall book sale from 10:00 - 4:00pm on Saturday, October 30. The sale will be in the front lobby and all proceeds benefit library programing and special projects. Stop by for some great bargains and support your community library!
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705