Saturday, May 10, 2014

Local Library Programs for May 2014

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 17, 2014, 12:00 PM – 1 PM
Asian Pacific American Genealogy Lab. The participants will be discovering/recording their ancestors online. They will also learn about accessing additional records from their country of orgin as well. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

 

Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Monday, May 12, 2014, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Paranormal Book Club
They will meet on Monday, May 12 at 7:00 PM in room L212, to discuss Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Evening Book Club
Persons who love to read and discuss what they have read join in informal conversation. Everyone is welcome. "Lady Cyclist's Guide to Kashgar: a novel" by Susanne Joinson.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Evening Book Club
Persons who love to read and discuss what they have read join in informal conversation. Everyone is welcome. "Lady Cyclist's Guide to Kashgar: a novel" by Susanne Joinson.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Thursday, May 15, 2014, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Books Without Borders
The Woman Warrior: Memoirs of a Girlhood Among Ghosts by Maxine Kingston [China] Facilitator, Fay Lee, Professor of English, Lone Star College-CyFair
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Monday, May 19, 2014, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Book Discussion
Come join the library's Book Club for a lively discussion of "The End of Your Life Book Club" by Will Schwalb.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Book Clubs
Monday, May 19, 2014, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Great Books
Discussing Classic Books, "Faust" part one by Goethe
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Monday, May 19, 2014, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
After Austen Book Club
This group will meet on Monday, May 19 at 7:00 PM in room L212. Please join in for a discussion of Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Nonfiction Book Club
They will meet on Tuesday, May 20 at 3:00 PM, in room L212, to discuss Days at Memorial by Sheri Fink.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Evening Book Club
Join us for an evening discussion on our May selection, Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple. Ages 18 and up. Courtesy of the South Montgomery County Friends of the Library, copies of the next month's selection will be raffled off to a few lucky att
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Book Clubs
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
They will meet on Thursday, May 22 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the Friends of the Library room, to discuss Killed at the Whim of a Hat by Colin Cotterill.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cook with a Book
Each month we invite you to sample treats featured in books from the mystery, fiction, biography and history aisles. May topic: In the French style.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Book Clubs
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
I Love a Mystery Book Club
Any Science Fiction/Fantasy Mystery
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

 

Computer Classes

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft Word 2013 - Level 1
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2013. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft POWERPOINT - A
A presentation graphics slide program. Create attention-grabbing slides quickly. Show family photos, vacations, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Monday, May 12, 2014, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Microsoft Word 2013 - Level 2
Learn more about Microsoft Word 2013. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804. **Prerequisite: Word 2013 - Level 1**
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - D
Family budget, absolute referencing, conditional formatting, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Intermediate Word
Move beyond the basics and learn how to format text files, change font size, font types, colors, insert borders and shading into title, and insert bullets and numbered lists. Familiarity with MS Word
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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
Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Working with Digital Photos I
This free class is designed for the participant with minimal experience working with a digital camera. Topics in Class I include batteries, memory cards, camera settings, uploading photos to a computer, digital image files, storage, and how to choose a di
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 15, 2014, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Computer Help Session
Session content is based on student questions about computer usage.
HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 15, 2014, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MS Power Point
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
Thursday, May 15, 2014, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Computer Help Session
Session content is based on student questions about computer use.
HPL - Shepard Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 17, 2014, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Computer Workshop - Skills Guru: Text & Text Boxes
Learn how to copy/paste, insert and format text and text boxes using Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Monday, May 19, 2014, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Excel 2013 - Level 2 - with Project
Next level Excel functions in combination with a project will be covered. ** Prerequisite: Excel - Level 1** Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Intermediate Word
Move beyond the basics and learn how to format text files, change font size, font types, colors, insert borders and shading into title, and insert bullets and numbered lists. Familiarity with MS Word
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
PowerPoint: 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

Computer Classes
Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Working with Digital Photos II
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Working with Digital Photos II
This free class builds upon Digital Photography I. In this class the participant will be given instruction in composing pleasing photographs and will experience the basics of editing digital photographs using simple user-friendly software.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Computer Help Session
Session content is based on student questions about computer usage.
HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MS Power Point
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
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Intro to MS Word
This course explains the basic tasks that you can perform by using a word processor. Students will learn to work with text, tables and pictures.Students will also be introduced to English vocabularies specifically about the software.
HPL - Shepard Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Meador Computer Class: Excel
MS Excel is a member of the spreadsheet family of software.  Spreadsheets allow you to keep track of data, create charts based from data, and perform complex calculations.  Just like a book ledger, spreadsheets store information columns and rows.
MCMLS - Meador Branch
709 West Montgomery
Willis, TX 77318
(936) 442-7740

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 24, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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
Saturday, May 24, 2014, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - A
Editing, formatting cells, the add ( SUM function ) formula, relative referencing
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 27, 2014, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Intermediate Word
Move beyond the basics and learn how to format text files, change font size, font types, colors, insert borders and shading into title, and insert bullets and numbered lists. Familiarity with MS Word
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Tuesday, May 27, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Excel: 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
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Working with Digital Photos III
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Working with Digital Photos II
This free class builds on Digital Photography II and is about sharing digital photographs. Topics include transferring pictures from camera to computer, printing, uploading photos to email, online photo websites and albums.
Library: Lone Star College - To
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 29, 2014, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Computer Help Session
Session content is based on student questions about computer usage.
HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Computer Classes
Thursday, May 29, 2014, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MS Power Point
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
Friday, May 30, 2014, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Dropbox Basics
Learn practical new skills in this hands-on class. Call 281-821-1320 to register.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Computer Classes
Saturday, May 31, 2014, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Computer Workshop - Skills Guru: Images & Clip Art
Learn how to copy/paste, insert and format Pictures, Online Pictures, Clip Art and Screenshots using Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

 

Special Programs

Special Programs
Friday, May 9, 2014, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Yoga with Rosa
This is a Yoga class for women. Bring your Yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Special Election - State Senate District # 4 Seat
Special Election to fill State Senate District No. 4.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Photography-Taking action photos.
Vincent Palmisano of the Kingwood Photo Club will show the students different techniques when taking action photos. Self register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Yoga & Meditation for Health & Peace
Conducted by Gayathri and Murali
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stewart West Branch Annual Book Sale
All are welcome
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Special Programs
Monday, May 12, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one assistance if needed.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
L.I.F.E. - Stem Cell Power
LSC-Montgomery professors Daniel Kainer and Anitha Iyer bring their ideas and knowledge to LSC-CyFair regarding current and future therapies regarding the human stem cell.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Creating a Resume and Completing the Application
LSC-Tomball Community Library is partnering with Workforce Solutions to offer two free workshops for job seekers again.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Thursday, May 15, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one assistance if needed.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Friday, May 16, 2014, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Altered Books Workshop: Open Lab
In conjunction with Kingwood Branch Library's Altered Books contest, we are hosting an Altered Books Open Lab for you to use our space for brainstorming and creating your altered book. You may bring your own book and supplies or take a book supplied by th
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Friday, May 16, 2014, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
eBooks for Nook HD
Learn practical new skills in this hands-on class. Call 281-821-1320 to register.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Friday, May 16, 2014, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drawing Room Sessions
Bring your art projects to work on, and share knowledge with other artists in these new Friday afternoon sessions for adults and older teens. For ages 17 and up.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Saturday, May 17, 2014, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Genealogy - FamilySearch Open Lab
Get started on your own family history. Get started on your own family history. Get one-on-one help and create a FamilySearch account. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, May 17, 2014, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Library eBooks for iPad
Learn to download free library eBooks to your iPad! Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, May 17, 2014, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Yoga & Meditation for Health & Peace
Conducted by Gayathri and Murali
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Monday, May 19, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one assistance if needed.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
L.I.F.E. - Cotton-Eyed Joe
Get ready to two step to country music favorite song, Cotton-Eyed Joe with dance fan Debbie Esparza, Lone Star College professional development department.

LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one assistance if needed.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Friday, May 23, 2014, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Yoga with Rosa
This is a Yoga class for women. Bring your Yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one assistance if needed.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
L.I.F.E. - Brain Games
Keep your brain flexible and strong by doing fun, effective, and addictive brain gymnastics. Claire Gunnels brings the library’s iPads and Wii for us to practice.

LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Networking and Using Social Media
LSC-Tomball Community Library is partnering with Workforce Solutions to offer two free workshops for job seekers again.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Thursday, May 29, 2014, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one assistance if needed.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Friday, May 30, 2014, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drawing Room Sessions
Bring your art projects to work on, and share knowledge with other artists in these new Friday afternoon sessions for adults and older teens. For ages 17 and up.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Saturday, May 10, 2014,  through May 31, 2014
Alicia Mitchell exhibit
When you see Alicia Mitchell’s artwork in Room L-129 this month you’ll immediately feel her warmth and humanity. A lifelong resident of El Paso, she moved to Spring when she retired in 2001 and took up painting with a passion.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200