Thursday, May 5, 2011

Local Library Programs for May 2011

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:

Saturday, May 14, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Author Visit: James L. Haley

James L. Haley is an independent scholar, author, and historian living in Austin, Texas, who is perhaps best known for his books on Texas history. He is the winner of numerous awards including the T.R. Fehrenback Book Award from the Texas Historical Commission and the Coral Horton Tullis Memorial Prize from the Texas State Historical Association.
His 2002 biography, Sam Houston, won the Spur Award of Western Writers
of America and has eight other historical and literary prizes. Haley also collaborated in the production of a film - Sam Houston: American Statesman, Soldier, and Pioneer, based on the biography.
Wolf: The Lives of Jack London, is his latest biography and has earned widespread praise.
Mr. Haley also curated the exhibit, Signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence, which is in Central Library's exhibit hall the month of May.
Other books include: The Buffalo War, Apaches, Texas: An Album of History, Most Excellent Sire: Letters Received by Sam Houston, Texas: From Spindletop - WWII, Passionate Nation: The Epic History of Texas.
Sponsored by the Library Friends of Conroe.
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712


Computer Classes

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 24, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Excel: Essentials
Learn about creating, formatting, editing 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, May 7, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 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
Thursday, May 12, 2011, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Clases de Computadora Basica
Clases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte jueves,12 de mayo, segundo parte jueves 19 de mayo, tercer parte jueves, 26 de mayo.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 14, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Intro to MS Word 2007
Introduction to basic word processor tasks such as text, tables, and pictures.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030


Computer Classes
Thursday, May 19, 2011, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Computer Workshop - Excel (Part 2 of 2)
Develop more skills in using Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. This workshop builds on the skills learned during Part 1, so familiarity with Excel is required.
MCMLS - Meador Branch
709 West Montgomery
Willis, TX 77318
(936) 442-7740

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 19, 2011, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Clases de Computadora Basica
Clases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte jueves,12 de mayo, segundo parte jueves 19 de mayo, tercer parte jueves, 26 de mayo.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 21, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Intro to MS PowerPoint 2007
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
Tuesday, May 24, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - B
Inputting images from your camera and Word Art, internet images
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 26, 2011, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Clases de Computadora Basica
Clases de computacion en espanol para aldutos. Tiene que asistir el primer parte jueves,12 de mayo, segundo parte jueves 19 de mayo, tercer parte jueves, 26 de mayo.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 28, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Internet Basics 1
This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. It also explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 31, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - A
Editing : Copy/Cut/Paste; Using internet content; Online Resumes
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 31, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Excel: Beyond the Essentials
Learn advanced formatting, layout and application specific skills. 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

Special Programs

Special Programs
Monday, May 9, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
First Time Home Buyers
Are 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!
LSC-Kingwood Library
20000 Kingwood Dr.
Kingwood, TX 77339
281.312.1693


Special Programs
Friday, May 13, 2011, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Stewart Library: Book Sale
Book sale for Friends of Stewart Branch
Thursday, Friday, Saturday , May 12,13,14
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Special Programs
Saturday, May 14, 2011, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Stewart Library: Book Sale
Book sale for Friends of Stewart Branch
Thursday, Friday, Saturday , May 12,13,14
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 25, 2011, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Resume/Job Application Class
Josie Toth of Workforce Solutions show you how to create a resume that highlights your strengths and offers employers the skills they seek. Since most employers will ask for an application in addition to a resume, learn how to fill one out thoroughly, accurately, and neatly.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Special Programs
Spring 2011 Classes And Talk Times
These programs are for individuals 18 years of age and over who have a native language other than English. All classes are held in library room 102 next to the Cyber Café in the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Library. For more info visit http://www.lonestar.edu/library/15209.htm
We offer two programs:
ESL classes require registration before class begins. Students in these classes usually work with a free textbook to improve their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Talk Times focus on listening and speaking. Each session is designed to encourage students to become more confident about speaking English. No registration is required and students may attend one or all of the sessions offered if space allows. Spring 2011 Talk Times: Monday 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Tuesday 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214