Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Local Library Programs for December 2015

Lone Star College Libraries (LSC)
Harris County Public Library (HCPL)
Montgomery County Memorial Library System (MCMLS)
Houston Public Library (HPL)

Map of library locations

Featured Program


Thursday, December 3, 2015, 6:00 PM - 8:00:00 PM
On December 3, two of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center’s (MDACC) most renowned scientists will visit the Lone Star College-Tomball Performing Arts Center to discuss the future of curing cancer.  Dr. James Allison and Dr. Padmanee (Pam) Sharma will explain immunotherapy, one of the latest avenues of research aimed to cure cancer, as well as the clinical trials available to patients seeking innovative, cutting-edge treatments. Drs. Sharma and Allison are pioneers in the area of cancer treatments and have saved thousands of lives by their daily dedication to finding and applying cures. The presentation will take place from 6 to 7:30 pm and will be followed by a question and answer session. LSC-Tomball Performing Arts Center 30555 Tomball Parkway Tomball TX 77355
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Back in Time: Historical Fiction Book Club
Havana Bay by Martin Cruz Smith. In Havana, detective Arkady Renko of the Moscow police joins forces with beautiful Ofelia of the Cuban police to investigate the murder of a Russian diplomat. The protagonists find love while the reader gets an inside look at post-Cold War Havana.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Monday, December 7, 2015, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Paranormal Book Club
Meets at 6:30 PM on December 7 in the 2nd floor Conference Room. Will discuss Mercy Thompson: Homecoming by Patricia Briggs.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Monday, December 7, 2015, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Magnolia Readers Book Club
Join the Book Discussion and enjoy holiday treats.
The Lost Quilt  by Jennifer Chiaverini
MCMLS - Malcom Purvis Branch
510 Melton St
Magnolia, TX 77354
(936)442-7704

Book Clubs
Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Afternoon Book Discussion
Will discuss The World's Strongest Librarian by Josh Hanagarne. Meets on December 8 at 3:00 PM in the 2nd floor Conference Room.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Inspirational/Christian Book Club
Will discuss Silent Night, Holy Night by Colleen Coble. Meets on December 10 at 7:00 PM in the 2nd floor Conference Room.LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Monday, December 14, 2015, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
KW Book Club Holiday Social
Come join the library's Book Club for their annual cookie exchange and holiday games!
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Book Clubs
Monday, December 14, 2015, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
History Mystery Book Club
Adult Book Club discussing Ho-Ho- Homicide by Kaitlyn Dunnett
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Book Clubs
Monday, December 14, 2015, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After Austen Book Club
Meets at 7:00 PM on December 14 in the 2nd floor Conference Room. Please join us for a movie.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday Afternoon Book Club
Adults who love to read, and talk about what they have read, gather to discuss selected works in informal conversation. Contact the library to find out the selection for the coming months. [This discussion is repeated Friday at 2:30pm.]
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
Will discuss Visions of Sugar Plums by Janet Evanovich. Meets on Thursday, December 17 at 1:00 PM in the 2nd floor Conference Room.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Friday, December 18, 2015, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday Afternoon Book Club
Adults who love to read, and talk about whey they have read, gather to discuss selected books in informal conversation. Call the library to find out the selections for the coming months.[This is a repeat of the Thursday afternoon discussion.]
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

 

Computer Classes

Computer Classes
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 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
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - 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
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - B
Sorting, searching, worksheet password protection, Printout readibility
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Computer Help Session
Computer Classes
HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Purchasing a Computer
Thinking about buying a computer? This class can help you understand the hardware features in PCs, as well as help you know how to put your computer together once you get it home.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Saturday, December 5, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - D
Word wrap around images, Drawing tools, Web Design
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, December 5, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - D
Editing : Copy/Cut/Paste; Using internet content; Online ResumesBudgets, absolute referencing, conditional formatting, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Monday, December 7, 2015, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fifty Plus Computer Classes
Computer Classes
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Computer Classes
Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tullis - Hour of Code
Join us for an Hour of Code at the R. B. Tullis Library.  Learn how to write simple code using self paced lessons.  Open to children in grades 2 - 12.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Computer Classes
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - E
Greeting cards, columns, tabs, tables, recipe cards, footnoting, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - E
Creating a checkbook ledger; MACROS, Logical Functions ( If )
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Tullis - Hour of Code
Join us for an Hour of Code at the R. B. Tullis Library.  Learn how to write simple code using self paced lessons.  Open to children in grades 2 - 12.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
An Hour of Code - Programming Basics
A Tutorial for Beginners --- Write your first computer program using Code.org --- Learn the basic concepts of Computer Science with drag and drop programming. This is a game-like, self-directed tutorial starring video lectures by Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Angry Birds and Plants vs. Zombies. Learn repeat-loops, conditionals, and basic algorithms.
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - F
Tracking changes, editing forwarded emails, tables to make forms
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - F
Averaging numbers, Mortgage curtailment, financing a car, investing
VLookup, Sales Forecasting
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tullis - Hour of Code
Join us for an Hour of Code at the R. B. Tullis Library.  Learn how to write simple code using self paced lessons.  Open to children in grades 2 - 12.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Computer Classes
Tuesday, December 15, 2015, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Word for Business: Resumes
Microsoft Word has many excellent tools for building your resume. Come and learn techniques for formatting your resume from scratch, and how to access resume templates.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class- Useful Tips for Using Smartphone Apps
Learn all about the world of Apps. What are the Best ones, how to download them, their features, How to set them up and use them, taking pictures and sharing AND SAVING them.
VLookup, Sales Forecasting
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Friday, December 18, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - 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
Friday, December 18, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - A
Editing : Copy/Cut/Paste; Using internet content; Online Resumes
VLookup, Sales Forecasting
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, December 19, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - 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
Saturday, December 19, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft POWERPOINT - B
A presentation graphics slide program. Create attention-grabbing slides quickly. Exciting slides with animations AND MUSIC
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, December 19, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Purchasing a Computer
Thinking about buying a computer? This class can help you understand the hardware features in PCs, as well as help you know how to put your computer together once you get it home.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - C
Using Charts, Pivot Tables, formatting, spreadsheet readability, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - C
Merging/making mailing labels, merge letters
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 31, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft EXCEL - D
Budgets, absolute referencing, conditional formatting, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 31, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adult Computer Class - Microsoft WORD - D
Word wrap around images, Drawing tools, Web Design
VLookup, Sales Forecasting
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Thursday, December 31, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Word for Writers
Have you thought about writing a book? Come learn about the many tools Word has to help you format and edit your writing!
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

 

Special Programs

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Making Work Connections/Networking - TX Workforce
Different ways to network and connect in the business world will be covered. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Adult Craft: Holiday Greeting Cards
Create greeting cards with holiday pizzazz using stamps and embossing materials. This program is open to adults only. Registration is required as space and materials are limited. All supplies are provided courtesy of FOLK. For more information, please contact the library
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Adult Yoga
Come to learn and practice yoga techniques
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Word Crafters
Love to write? Then come to this informal critique and sharing session for all kinds of creative writing. This is a friendly and fun group!
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LIFE Workshop - Cake Decorating with Angelic Confections
Get inspired for holiday entertaining with Angela Harkins. (Angelicconfections.com) Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Job Search Skills Seminars
Creating Resumes, Completing Applications, and Writing Cover Letters. Get noticed! Learn how to develop professional applications, resumes, references, cover letters and thank you letters that make the most impact with employers and demonstrate you are the right person for the job.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spanish with Oscar
Spanish class. Some knowledge of Spanish is helpful. No need to register, just drop in and give it a try.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 3:30 PM - 9:30 PM
50+ Bus Trip to Houston Zoo Lights
Join us for a festive 50+ bus trip to see the Zoo Lights at the Houston Zoo! Please arrive at the LSC-Tomball Community Library by 3:15 pm, as the bus will leave promptly at 3:30 pm. We will eat an early dinner at Niko Niko’s before seeing the Zoo Lights, then arrive back at the library by 9:30 pm. Please bring money for dinner and entrance to Zoo Lights. (The Zoo Lights entrance fee is $14.95 per person.) Seats on the bus are limited, so register early! The bus is courtesy of Harris County Precinct 4’s Senior Adult Program.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Friday, December 4, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kingwood Senior Adult Program (KSAP)
Presentation: Fall Prevention: Staying on Your Feet!
Stay connected with other senior adults in the community. Kingwood Library Senior Adult Program (KSAP)is a Program engaging a diverse group of individuals who typically are involved in other community activities.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Friday, December 4, 2015, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
French with Marie
Come and learn French. The class is at an Intermediate level.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Friday, December 4, 2015, 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, December 5, 2015, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Excursion Trip to Dickens on the Strand
Dickens on the Strand, Galveston. Cost is $10.00 per person. Lunch is not included in the ticket cost; participants are responsible for their own meal. Call Fun4Seniors at 281-893-3726 to reserve a place on the bus. Transportation is provided for individuals 50 years and better through Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, December 5, 2015, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Bus Trip
Dickens on the Strand, Galveston. Cost is $10.00 per person. Lunch is not included in the ticket cost; participants are responsible for their own meal. Call Fun4Seniors at 281-893-3726 to reserve a place on the bus. Transportation is provided for individuals 50 years and better through Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Saturday, December 5, 2015, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Yoga & Meditation
Open to everyone – community members, college employees and students. Recommended: participants should bring Yoga mats, water bottle & wear comfortable attire for stretching. Free! No registration. Just show up.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Monday, December 7, 2015, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Journaling Group
Everyone is invited to this beginner's writing group. Participants write a few pages each time in response to suggested prompts, and share if they wish in an informal setting.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

 

Special Programs

Special Programs
Monday, December 7, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Open Job Lab
Computer ClassesHPL - Shepard Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kindle E-Book Database Demo
See how to download e-books to your Kindle. Please be sure your Kindle is registered to your Amazon.com account & bring your device, your LIBRARY CARD, & your Amazon.com login.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Open Job Lab
Careers & Employment
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
South Library- Family Open House- Santa Claus & Sugar Plum Fairy Visit the Library
An Appearance by the Sugar Plum Fairy & Other “Dolls” from the Nutcracker Ballet,
A Visit From Santa Claus-time will be set aside for photos with Santa, A Nutcracker Coloring Contest, Holiday Crafts, & Seasonal Goodies
MCMLS - South Regional Branch
2101 Lake Robbins Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380-1152
(281) 298-9110

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Adult Yoga
Come to learn and practice yoga techniques
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Penless Poets
This poetry and blogging workshop meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays. New bloggers or those yet to set up a blog are welcome!
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Bus Trip
Where will we go? What will we do? Only the bus driver and the trip coordinator know! You will have to wait to find out. $13.00 per person. Lunch is at Chuy's. Lunch is not included in the ticket cost; participants are responsible for their own meals. Call Fun4Seniors at 281-893-3726 to reserve a place on the bus. Transportation is provided for individuals 50 years and better through Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LIFE Workshop - Holiday Melodies
Chanteuse Miriam (Scubie) Hoyt tickles the ivories and leads us in a festive holiday sing along. Wassail, anyone? Meet in ARTS Recital Hall 102.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Introduction to Facebook
Are you new to social networking? This class is here to help you understand social networking, create a Facebook account, make friends, and learn how to protect your private information.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 9, 2015, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Magnolia Branch - Santa and Friends Open House
All Ages. Come celebrate the season with a morning of holiday music, stories, and a visit from Santa!
MCMLS - Malcom Purvis Branch
510 Melton St
Magnolia, TX 77354
(936)442-7704

Special Programs
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Workforce Solutions Seminars-Evaluating your Skills
Help with Resumes, interviews and more
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spanish with Oscar
Spanish class. Some knowledge of Spanish is helpful. No need to register, just drop in and give it a try.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Tullis - Writers’ Group
Whether you want to write the Great American Novel, have a collection of short stories, or keep a drawer-full of poems, join us! We’ll be meeting once a month to talk about and share creative writing.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Special Programs
Friday, December 11, 2015, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
French with Marie
Come and learn French. The class is at an Intermediate level.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Friday, December 11, 2015, 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, December 12, 2015, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
White Elephant Book Exchange
Bring a gift-wrapped book you don’t want to keep and maybe you’ll end up with one you want to take home! Click link to register or call 281-821-1320.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Monday, December 14, 2015, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
STEWART: GENEALOGY HELP
Come to the library to work on your genealogy. Brandi Spurgin will be at the Stewart Library to help you with your research, every 2nd Monday of the month from 10-12, in the computer lab.
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 15, 2015, 3:45 PM - 9:15 PM
Fun4Seniors Excursion Trip to Houston Zoo Lights
Fun4Seniors will depart from Kingwood Branch Library to attend Houston Zoo Lights. The cost is $10 per person and early dinner is on your own at Luby's Cafeteria.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 15, 2015, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
GENEALOGY - Capturing Your Family’s Oral History
Before you head home for the holidays, join the Genealogy  Department for a special presentation on capturing and preserving your family’s oral history. Learn oral history       methods, techniques, and tips you can use to interview relatives this holiday season and give the gift of your family’s oral tradition to your loved ones this year!
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 15, 2015, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Gardening with Bob Dailey: Winter Gardening
Brrrrrr! It’s going to get cold soon!  Learn how to care for frost-damaged plants and
begin preparations for springtime.
MCMLS - South Regional Branch
2101 Lake Robbins Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380-1152
(281) 298-9110

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 16, 2015, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Adult Yoga
Come to learn and practice yoga techniques
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 16, 2015, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Word Crafters
Love to write? Then come to this informal critique and sharing session for all kinds of creative writing. This is a friendly and fun group!
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 16, 2015, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Job Search Skills Seminars
Making Connections - 80% of jobs do not get advertised! Learn techniques to access the "hidden" job market, leverage social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn), and make effective phone calls.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Intro to 3D Printing
Come see the 3D printer in action. Explore the popular Thing-a-verse online bank of 3D images, get an introduction to Tinkercad to create your own 3D prints, and participate in a question-and-answer session on this new technology. Click link to register or call 281-821-1320.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spanish with Oscar
Spanish class. Some knowledge of Spanish is helpful. No need to register, just drop in and give it a try.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Friday, December 18, 2015, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Library eBooks and eAudiobooks for All Devices - OPEN LAB
Learn to download free eBooks and eAudiobooks for All Devices from the library.
**MUST BRING DEVICE CABLE**
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Friday, December 18, 2015, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
French with Marie
Come and learn French. The class is at an Intermediate level.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Friday, December 18, 2015, 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
Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Genealogical Research Database Demo
Thinking of climbing that family tree and doing some family history research? Need to consult the US Census for past years? Come see how to use HeritageQuest and Ancestry.com!
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Adult Yoga
Come to learn and practice yoga techniques
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Thursday, December 31, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spanish with Oscar
Spanish class. Some knowledge of Spanish is helpful. No need to register, just drop in and give it a try.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Thursday, December 31, 2015, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Magnolia Branch - Noon Year’s Eve
All Ages. It's the last day of 2015, and we're hosting a special celebration for  anyone who can't stay awake until midnight. We'll countdown to noon with our party hats and confetti, play a game, and make a special craft.
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314