Local Library Programs for April 2011
Lone Star College Libraries (LSC)
Harris County Public Library (HCPL)
Montgomery County Memorial Library System (MCMLS)
Houston Public Library (HPL)
Featured program:
Wednesday, April 6, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Seminars for Job Seekers at LSC-Tomball College Library: Dr. Donnita Rogers
Workforce Solutions will offer three job-search seminars in April at the Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library. These free seminars are held on the second floor in the computer lab room, L-207.
The “Networking/Using the Internet” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to effectively use the Internet for their job search and increase the visibility of their resume. They will also learn how to develop a list of helpful contacts and create a marketing profile to promote their skills and abilities.
The “Creating a Resume/Completing the Application” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to fill out thorough, accurate and neat applications as well as compose effective resumes that make their education, skills and experience clear and marketable to the employer.
The “Resume Lab” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. With the help of an experienced trainer, all participants will learn to build a modern, effective resume in Microsoft Word and save it electronically for future use.
For more information or to register for these free job-search seminars, call Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library at (832) 559-4211 or 559-4219. The library is located off State Highway 249 between the intersections of Baker Drive and Zion Road.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200
Book Clubs
Book ClubsMonday, April 18, 2011, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMBaldwin Boettcher Evening Book Clubard Times by Charles Dickens. We will discuss the first half of the novel at the March meeting, saving the second half for the May 16 meeting. Copies of the book are available at the library.HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch22248 Aldine Westfield RdHumble, TX 77338-1080(281) 821-1320Book ClubsMonday, April 18, 2011, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMLibrary Book GroupBook DiscussionHCPL – Kingwood Branch4102 Rustic Woods DriveKingwood, TX 77345281-360-6804Book ClubsMonday, April 18, 2011, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PMGreat Books Discussion GroupDiscuss great books in literature. April selection is "Human Personality" by Simone WeilHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Book ClubsThursday, April 28, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMMeador Branch Book ClubMockingbird: a Portrait of Harper Lee by Charles J. ShieldsMCMLS - Meador Branch709 West MontgomeryWillis, TX 77318(936) 442-7740
Computer Classes
Computer ClassesWednesday, April 6, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMAdult Computer Class - COMPUTER BASICS - CMoney saving purchasing and maintenance tips, using a flash drive, backing up your filesHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesThursday, April 7, 2011, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMClases de Computadora BasicaClases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte jueves, 7 de abril, segundo parte jueves 14 de abril, tercer parte jueves, 28 de abril.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesThursday, April 7, 2011, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMExcel 2007 BasicLearn basic skills of Excel 2007.HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch1503 South HoustonHumble, TX 77338281-446-3377Computer ClassesTuesday, April 12, 2011, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMPowerPoint 2007Learn the basic steps of creating a PowerPoint presentation.HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch1503 South HoustonHumble, TX 77338281-446-3377Computer ClassesTuesday, April 12, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMAdult Computer Class - Microsoft POWERPOINT - BA presentation graphics slide program. Create attention-grabbing slides quickly. Exciting slides with animations AND MUSICHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesThursday, April 14, 2011, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMClases de Computadora BasicaClases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte jueves, 7 de abril, segundo parte jueves 14 de abril, tercer parte jueves, 28 de abril.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesSaturday, April 16, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMInternet BasicsExplore the Internet and find out how a "browser" works. We will also show you how to search and find reliable information online.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Computer ClassesThursday, April 21, 2011, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMComputer Workshop - PublisherDiscover the tools used to produce documents such as newsletters, brochures, signs and cards. You will learn how to create using templates and from a blank page.MCMLS - Meador Branch709 West MontgomeryWillis, TX 77318(936) 442-7740Computer ClassesThursday, April 28, 2011, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMClases de Computadora BasicaClases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte jueves, 7 de abril, segundo parte jueves 14 de abril, tercer parte jueves, 28 de abril.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610
Special Programs
Special ProgramsTuesday, April 5, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - South Regional Branch2101 Lake Robbins DrThe Woodlands, TX 77380-1152(281) 298-9110Special ProgramsTuesday, April 5, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsTuesday, April 5, 2011, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMEnglish as a Second LanguageOur 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 Branch1503 South HoustonHumble, TX 77338281-446-3377Special ProgramsWednesday, April 6, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library8125 Ashlane WayThe Woodlands, TX77382936-442-7728Special ProgramsThursday, April 7, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - South Regional Branch2101 Lake Robbins DrThe Woodlands, TX 77380-1152(281) 298-9110Special ProgramsThursday, April 7, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsThursday, April 7, 2011, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PMSpring Book Sale (Central)Spring Book Sale (Central)MCMLS - Central Branch104 I-45 NorthConroe, TX 77301936-442-7712Special ProgramsFriday, April 8, 2011, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PMSpring Book Sale (Central)Spring Book Sale (Central)MCMLS - Central Branch104 I-45 NorthConroe, TX 77301936-442-7712Special ProgramsFriday, April 8, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsFriday, April 8, 2011, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMAARP Tax AideAARP offers free tax preparation for individuals filing their 2010 federal tax returns. Bring all Social Security cards, 2010 tax documents, and copy of last year's return. No appointments--first come, first served.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Special ProgramsFriday, April 8, 2011, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMAARP Tax AideAARP offers free tax preparation for individuals filing their 2010 federal tax returns. Bring all Social Security cards, 2010 tax documents, and copy of last year's return. No appointments--first come, first served.HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch22248 Aldine Westfield RdHumble, TX 77338-1080(281) 821-1320Special ProgramsSaturday, April 9, 2011, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMSpring Book Sale (Central)Spring Book Sale (Central)MCMLS - Central Branch104 I-45 NorthConroe, TX 77301936-442-7712Special ProgramsSaturday, April 9, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library8125 Ashlane WayThe Woodlands, TX77382936-442-7728Special ProgramsSaturday, April 9, 2011, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMAARP Tax AideAARP offers free tax preparation for individuals filing their 2010 federal tax returns. Bring all Social Security cards, 2010 tax documents, and copy of last year's return. No appointments--first come, first served.HCPL - Northwest Branch11355 Regency Green DriveCypress, TX 77429281-890-2665Special ProgramsSaturday, April 9, 2011, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMAARP Tax AideAARP offers free tax preparation for individuals filing their 2010 federal tax returns. Bring all Social Security cards, 2010 tax documents, and copy of last year's return. No appointments--first come, first served.HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch22248 Aldine Westfield RdHumble, TX 77338-1080(281) 821-1320Special ProgramsSaturday, April 9, 2011, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMAARP Tax AideAARP offers free tax preparation for individuals filing their 2010 federal tax returns. Bring all Social Security cards, 2010 tax documents, and copy of last year's return. No appointments--first come, first served.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Special ProgramsMonday, April 11, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsMonday, April 11, 2011, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMReliable Online Medical InformationA medical librarian will explain how to locate quality, reliable information about healthcare issues. This class is free to the public. Registration is required.HCPL – Kingwood Branch4102 Rustic Woods DriveKingwood, TX 77345281-360-6804Special ProgramsMonday, April 11, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMFirst Time Home BuyersAre you in the market for a new home but need a little info as a first-time buyer? If so, join us as Jim Slack, realtor for Keller Williams Realty, and Ashley Van Meter, top loan originator for Genesis Mortgage Company, offer a free presentation on what to expect as a first-time home buyer. They'll cover everything from how to do research, what to expect from the loan process, and much more!HCPL – Kingwood Branch4102 Rustic Woods DriveKingwood, TX 77345281-360-6804Special ProgramsTuesday, April 12, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - South Regional Branch2101 Lake Robbins DrThe Woodlands, TX 77380-1152(281) 298-9110Special ProgramsTuesday, April 12, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsWednesday, April 13, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library8125 Ashlane WayThe Woodlands, TX77382936-442-7728Special ProgramsWednesday, April 13, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMSeminars for Job Seekers at LSC-Tomball College LibraryWorkforce Solutions will offer three job-search seminars in April at the Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library. These free seminars are held on the second floor in the computer lab room, L-207.The “Networking/Using the Internet” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to effectively use the Internet for their job search and increase the visibility of their resume. They will also learn how to develop a list of helpful contacts and create a marketing profile to promote their skills and abilities.The “Creating a Resume/Completing the Application” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to fill out thorough, accurate and neat applications as well as compose effective resumes that make their education, skills and experience clear and marketable to the employer.The “Resume Lab” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. With the help of an experienced trainer, all participants will learn to build a modern, effective resume in Microsoft Word and save it electronically for future use.For more information or to register for these free job-search seminars, call Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library at (832) 559-4211 or 559-4219. The library is located off State Highway 249 between the intersections of Baker Drive and Zion Road.LSC-Tomball College Community Library(a joint-use public/academic facility)30555 Tomball ParkwayTomball, TX 77375832-559-4200Special ProgramsThursday, April 14, 2011, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMFree AARP Tax AssistanceFree AARP Tax AssistanceMCMLS - South Regional Branch2101 Lake Robbins DrThe Woodlands, TX 77380-1152(281) 298-9110Special ProgramsThursday, April 14, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsFriday, April 15, 2011, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAARP Tax HelpFree tax preparation and assistance for taxpayers with low and moderate incomes with special attention for people age 60 and older. E-File available.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Special ProgramsMonday, April 18, 2011, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMStarting a Business - Houston One Stop Business Center and SCOREThinking 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 Library8501 West MontgomeryHouston, Texas 77088832-393-1700Special ProgramsWednesday, April 20, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMSeminars for Job Seekers at LSC-Tomball College LibraryWorkforce Solutions will offer three job-search seminars in April at the Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library. These free seminars are held on the second floor in the computer lab room, L-207.The “Networking/Using the Internet” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to effectively use the Internet for their job search and increase the visibility of their resume. They will also learn how to develop a list of helpful contacts and create a marketing profile to promote their skills and abilities.The “Creating a Resume/Completing the Application” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to fill out thorough, accurate and neat applications as well as compose effective resumes that make their education, skills and experience clear and marketable to the employer.The “Resume Lab” seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. With the help of an experienced trainer, all participants will learn to build a modern, effective resume in Microsoft Word and save it electronically for future use.For more information or to register for these free job-search seminars, call Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library at (832) 559-4211 or 559-4219. The library is located off State Highway 249 between the intersections of Baker Drive and Zion Road.LSC-Tomball College Community Library(a joint-use public/academic facility)30555 Tomball ParkwayTomball, TX 77375832-559-4200Special ProgramsSaturday, April 30, 2011, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMMeador Branch - Book SaleFriends of the Willis Library will hold a book sale at the R. F. Meador Branch LibraryMCMLS - Meador Branch709 West MontgomeryWillis, TX 77318(936) 442-7740Special ProgramsSaturday, April 30, 2011, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMSaturday ESLESL/LiteracyHCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch22248 Aldine Westfield RdHumble, TX 77338-1080(281) 821-1320