Lone Star College Libraries (LSC)
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Featured program:
Monday, July 25, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Author Book Talk - Chad Barrett
Join us as local author Chad Barrett discusses his recently published book, "Journey to Freedom: The Pursuit of Authentic Fellowship Among Men."
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804
Book Clubs
Book ClubsMonday, July 18, 2011, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PMGreat Books Discussion GroupDiscuss great books in literature. July selection is "On Liberty" by John Stuart MillHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Book ClubsThursday, July 21, 2011, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM3rd Thursday Readers GroupOur July selection is "Three Cups of Tea" by Mortenson.MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch202 Bessie Price Owen DriveMontgomery, TX 77356(936) 788-8314Book ClubsThursday, July 21, 2011, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMNonfiction Book ClubThe Nonfiction Book Club will meet to discuss A History of the World in Six Glasses by Tom Standage. Light refreshments will be served. Any adult is invited to attend.MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library8125 Ashlane WayThe Woodlands, TX77382936-442-7728Book ClubsThursday, July 28, 2011, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMMeador Branch Book ClubDuring our July meeting, we will discuss a book of your choice by the author Reynolds Price.MCMLS - Meador Branch709 West MontgomeryWillis, TX 77318(936) 442-7740
Computer Classes
Computer ClassesThursday, July 14, 2011, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMIntro to MS Excel 2007Introduction to basic spreadsheet tasks such as formulas, tables and graphs.HPL - Acres Homes Neighborhood Library8501 West MontgomeryHouston, Texas 77088832-393-1700Computer ClassesSaturday, July 16, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMFree Online Software Everyone Should Know AboutWhy pay when you can find it online for free? Discover websites and software to organize your life, create documents, tap into your inner artist, and more.LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)9191 Barker Cypress RoadCypress, TX 77433281.290.3214Computer ClassesMonday, July 18, 2011, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMIntroduction to Microsoft PaintJoin in the fun as we use digital pictures to learn about the features available in the Paint program. We will look at the basicdrawing toolbar, how to crop pictures, how to add labels and how to make fun additions to a picture.MCMLS - R. B. Tullis21569 US Hwy. 59New Caney TX 77357(936)-442-7705Computer ClassesTuesday, July 19, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMMicrosoft EXCEL - DFamily budget, conditional formatting, etc.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesTuesday, July 19, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWord: EssentialsLearn about creating, formatting, printing, and saving documents. Question & answer time is included.LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)9191 Barker Cypress RoadCypress, TX 77433281.290.3214Computer ClassesThursday, July 21, 2011, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMIntro to MS PowerPoint 2007Introduction to basic functions of presentation program including graphics, multimedia and print options.HPL - Acres Homes Neighborhood Library8501 West MontgomeryHouston, Texas 77088832-393-1700Computer ClassesSaturday, July 23, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMMicrosoft WORD - FTracking changes, editing forwarded emails, tables to make formsProtecting a document, calendars, Macros.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesSaturday, July 23, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMMS Common Features & CommandsThis 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 Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Computer ClassesTuesday, July 26, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMMicrosoft POWERPOINT - BHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Computer ClassesTuesday, July 26, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWord: Beyond the EssentialsLearn 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 RoadCypress, TX 77433281.290.3214Computer ClassesSaturday, July 30, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMIntro to MS Access 2007This 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 Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030Computer ClassesSaturday, July 30, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWord: EssentialsLearn 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 RoadCypress, TX 77433281.290.3214Computer ClassesSaturday, July 30, 2011, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWord: Beyond the EssentialsLearn 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 RoadCypress, TX 77433281.290.3214
Special Programs
Special ProgramsThursday, July 14, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMAntiques: What the Heck is That?Is that a doorstop or an objet d'art? Is that a rare book propping up your sofa leg? Antiques expert Ardell Jennings can tell you just what is curious object you inherited from Aunt Martha? Bring in your own unidentified "thing" and find out if it is trasMCMLS - R. B. Tullis21569 US Hwy. 59New Caney TX 77357(936)-442-7705Special ProgramsFriday, July 15, 2011, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMFree Business ConsultingVijay Patel, library volunteer, is offering free consulting to anyone interested in starting or operating a small business. This week's topic is "How to finance your business."HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Special ProgramsMonday, July 18, 2011, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMConversational SpanishWhether 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 Library8501 West MontgomeryHouston, Texas 77088832-393-1700Special ProgramsWednesday, July 20, 2011, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWaterwise GardeningAdults ages 18 and up are invited to join us for a free waterwise gardening presentation courtesy of The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department and the Montgomery County Master Gardener Association. Bob Dailey, Master Gardener, will presentMCMLS - South Regional Branch2101 Lake Robbins DrThe Woodlands, TX 77380-1152(281) 298-9110Special ProgramsThursday, July 21, 2011, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMResume and Job SearchHow to create a well organized resume, highlighting your strong points and also how to use the Internet as your main tool to find a job: also going over useful and valuable information when posting your resume and filling out online job applicationsHCPL - Octavia Fields Branch1503 South HoustonHumble, TX 77338281-446-3377Special ProgramsFriday, July 22, 2011, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMFree Business ConsultingVijay Patel, library volunteer, is offering free consulting to anyone interested in starting or operating a small business. This week's topic is "How to finance your business."HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Special ProgramsSaturday, July 23, 2011, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMPaying for CollegeJoin us as representatives from Kaplan discuss updated information about the state of financial aid, overview key terms and the variety of aid available, and detail a timeline and tips to help navigate the financial aid process.HCPL – Kingwood Branch4102 Rustic Woods DriveKingwood, TX 77345281-360-6804Special ProgramsSaturday, July 23, 2011, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMMoney Really MattersThis is a seminar covering basic financial topics such as simple budgeting, automatic savings, cash-back rebates, credit cards, and credit scores. It is presented by Vijaianand, who mentors people as a pro bono financial planner. He is also a licensed TexHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Special ProgramsSaturday, July 23, 2011, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMResume and Job SearchHow to create a well organized resume, highlighting your strong points and also how to use the Internet as your main tool to find a job: also going over useful and valuable information when posting your resume and filling out online job applicationsHCPL - Octavia Fields Branch1503 South HoustonHumble, TX 77338281-446-3377Special ProgramsMonday, July 25, 2011, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMConversational SpanishWhether 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 Library8501 West MontgomeryHouston, Texas 77088832-393-1700Special ProgramsThursday, July 28, 2011, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMResume and Job SearchHow to create a well organized resume, highlighting your strong points and also how to use the Internet as your main tool to find a job: also going over useful and valuable information when posting your resume and filling out online job applicationsHCPL - Octavia Fields Branch1503 South HoustonHumble, TX 77338281-446-3377Special ProgramsFriday, July 29, 2011, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMFree Business ConsultingVijay Patel, library volunteer, is offering free consulting to anyone interested in starting or operating a small business. This week's topic is "How to finance your business."HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch6817 Cypresswood DriveSpring, TX 77379281-376-4610Special ProgramsSaturday, July 30, 2011, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMESOLConversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Ages: 18 years to adult. Inglés-como-segundo-idioma (ESOL, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Edades: 18 años- adultHPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library10677 Homestead RdHouston, Texas 77016832-393-2030