Wednesday, July 6, 2016

Local Library Programs for July 2016

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


Wednesday, July 13, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00:00 PM
This class is a four part series adult class for those interested in learning the basic techniques for portrait drawing. All supplies are provided. Space is limited. Please register online or call 281-821-1320 for assistance. Attendance to all four classes is required.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Wednesday, July 6, 2016, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Historical Fiction Book Club
Frog Music - Emma Donoghue. Thursday, July 7th, 2016. 6 - 8PM.
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712

Book Clubs
Wednesday, July 6, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Mystery Book Club
Because of the rain event, the book club will be discussing the June book, Faithful Unto Death by Stephanie Jaye Evans. The author will be joining the group for the discussion.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Book Clubs
Thursday, July 7, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Nonfiction Book Club
Nonfiction Book Club meets on the First Thursday of each month to discuss a nonfiction book title.
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Book Clubs
Monday, July 11, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Mystery and Suspense Book Club
New members always welcome! Book TBA.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Book Clubs
Monday, July 11, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Paranormal Book Club
Will discuss Hounded by Kevin Hearne.LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Afternoon Book Discussion Will discuss Home Run: Freedom is Possible by Travis Thrasher.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 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. This months book will be Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. Please call 281-376-4610 to reserve a copy today.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Monday, July 18, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
History Mystery Book Club
History Mystery Book Club will be discussing Royal Wedding by Meg Cabot. Prince Mia and her prince charming plan their wedding there are a few poisoned apples could turn this happily-ever after into a royal nightmare.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Book Clubs
Monday, July 18, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Book Discussion
Come join the Library's Book Group for a lively discussion. This month's selection is "Lincoln's Boys: John Hay & John Nicolay and the war for Lincoln's image" by Joshua Zeitz.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Book Clubs
Monday, July 18, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Great Books
Great Books discussion group. Meets every 3rd Monday (except January when they meet the 2nd Monday).
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Thursday, July 21, 2016, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Books without Borders
The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov. Facilitator: Jane Stimpson, Reference Librarian
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Thursday, July 21, 2016, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mitchell Library Nonfiction Book Club
Mitchell Library Nonfiction Book Club invites you to attend the discussion of the bestselling memoir by Helen Macdonald: H Is for Hawk.  Macdonald recounts her adoption and raising of a fierce, feral goshawk to assuage deep feelings of grief after her father's death. Besides its placement on many 2015 Best Books of the Year lists, H Is for Hawk was the winner of the Samuel Johnson Prize, named Costa Book of the Year, and was a finalist for the Andrew Carnegie Award in Nonfiction.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Book Clubs
Thursday, July 21, 2016, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
STEWART: 3rd THURSDAY READERS GROUP
This book discussion group meets every third Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 2:30. Everyone welcome!
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Book Clubs
Monday, July 25, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
After Austen Book Club
Please join us for a discussion of The Sugar Queen by Sarah Addison Allen.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
I Love a Mystery Book Club
Readers' Choice!
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Thursday, July 28, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
Will discuss 15 Seconds by Andrew Gross.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Thursday, July 28, 2016, 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
Friday, July 29, 2016, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday 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 is a repeat of the Thursday afternoon discussion.]
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 6, 2016, 3:00 PM - 5:00 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 Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Thursday, July 7, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Basic Word
Students will learn the basic tasks performed by a word processor, as well as how to work with text, tables, pictures, and language tools.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Technology Classes
Monday, July 11, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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 Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Monday, July 11, 2016, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fifty Plus Computer Club
Enhance your computer skills and learn how to operate in today's digital world.HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Samsung Galaxy/Android Tablets/Phones App E-Book Database Demo
See how to download the Overdrive app for e-books & e-audio to your Samsung Galaxy/Android Tablets/iPhone. Bring your Samsung Galaxy/Android Tablet/iPhones and your library card.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - B
Inputting images from your camera and Word Art, internet imagesHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Fifty Plus Computer Club
Enhance your computer skills and learn how to operate in today's digital world.
HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 6:00 PM - 8:00 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 Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - B
Sorting, searching, worksheet password protection, Printout readibility
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 13, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - C
Merging/making mailing labels, merge letters
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 13, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - C
Using Charts, Pivot Tables, formatting, spreadsheet readability, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Thursday, July 14, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - D
Word wrap around images, Drawing tools, Web Design
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Thursday, July 14, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - D
Budgets, absolute referencing, conditional formatting, etc.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Friday, July 15, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
eBooks
Come see what the library has to offer! We’ll help you learn to use your device and access library resources to borrow eBooks for free.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Saturday, July 16, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS
Bring your digital camera ( Optional ), Beginner class - Learn the basics of achieving the right exposure; also, key features to look for when purchasing one, camera maintenance
Protecting a document, calendars, Macros.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Saturday, July 16, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - A
Editing, formatting cells, the addition ( SUM function ) formula, relative referencingHCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 19, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft PUBLISHER - A
Make Brochures, Word Art,3-COLUMN Brochure, grouping objects; etc.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 19, 2016, 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Fifty Plus Computer Club
Enhance your computer skills and learn how to operate in today's digital world.HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 19, 2016, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft PUBLISHER - B
Make mailing labels, business cards; drawing tools etc.HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - F
Tracking changes, editing forwarded emails, tables to make forms
Protecting a document, calendars, Macros.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
HTML Basics
Interested in building websites? This class gets you familiar with the basic building blocks of web design. Learn common tags, and how to build a basic HTML site.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Digital Library Magazines - Flipster
Digital Library Magazines - Flipster is a next-generation digital magazine distribution service where library patrons can access their favorite magazines from a variety of publishers via a web browser or a app made for iPads, Android tablets and Kindle Fire tablets. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Technology Classes
Saturday, July 23, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
E-Media Class
Learning to download books to your device.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Technology Classes
Monday, July 25, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - A
Editing, formatting cells, the addition ( SUM function ) formula, relative referencing
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Monday, July 25, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
eMedia: OverDrive
Discover electronic books, comics, audio, movies, and tv shows via Hoopla to use on your computer, tablet, or mobile phone.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 26, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 26, 2016, 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Fifty Plus Computer Club
Enhance your computer skills and learn how to operate in today's digital world.
HPL - Moody Neighborhood Library
9525 Irvington
Houston, Texas 77076
832-393-1950

Technology Classes
Tuesday, July 26, 2016, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - B
Sorting, searching, worksheet password protection, Printout readibility
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - C
Merging/making mailing labels, merge letters
Protecting a document, calendars, Macros.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - C
Using Charts, Pivot Tables, formatting, spreadsheet readability, etc.
VLookup, Sales Forecasting
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Friday, July 29, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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

Technology Classes
Friday, July 29, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL - E
Creating a checkbook ledger; MACROS, Logical Functions ( If )
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Technology Classes
Saturday, July 30, 2016, 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

Technology Classes
Saturday, July 30, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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

 

Special Programs

Special Programs
3/16/1900, 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 Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 6, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LIFE Workshop - Ice Cream
Let’s rustle up some sweet coolness to chase away the summertime blues.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 6, 2016, 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Creative Art Club
If you like drawing, Zentangle, or doodling then come and join us. No talent needed. Feel free to come. Materials are provided.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 6, 2016, 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, July 6, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wordcrafters
Love to write? So do we. Please join us for this fun and informal critique and support session.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Thursday, July 7, 2016, 10:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Resume Tips - TX Workforce
Get noticed, learn how to develop professional applications, resumes, references, cover letters, and thank you letters that make the most impact. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Thursday, July 7, 2016, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Urgeworks: Street Dance Workshop
Learn to dance hip-hop in these high energy workshops; performers blend street dance, rhythm, poetry and drama.
HPL - Shepard Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Special Programs
Monday, July 11, 2016, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Open 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
Monday, July 11, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Writers By the Lake
Do you write?  Would you like to be involved in a writers’ group that costs nothing, accepts all members, has a friendly and welcoming approach & supports your writing goals? We have no dues or education/experience requirements.  Our only expectation is that you have an interest in writing.  Give us a try !
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Special Programs
Tuesday, July 12, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Open 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, July 13, 2016, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Bus Trip
Lone Star Flight Museum and 1892 Bishop's Palace Tour, Galveston. Cost is $12 per person. Enjoy a delicious lunch with the group at Shrimp 'N Stuff. Lunch is not included in the ticket cost; participants are responsible for their own meals. For additional information and registration, please call Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program at 281-893-3726. 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, July 13, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LIFE Workshop - Multimedia Chefs: A Short History
Come watch what you eat with delightful samples from chefs who braved the radio and television waves to teach us how to cook like a pro. Cupcake queen, Pam Panettiere, uncovers some hilarious footage and memorable recipes.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 13, 2016, 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Creative Art Club
If you like drawing, Zentangle, or doodling then come and join us. No talent needed. Feel free to come. Materials are provided.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 13, 2016, 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, July 13, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wordcrafters
Love to write? So do we. Please join us for this fun and informal critique and support session.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Thursday, July 14, 2016, 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
Monday, July 18, 2016, 3:30 PM - 5:30 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
Monday, July 18, 2016, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
KonMari Method with Professional Organizer Ellen Delap
Come tidy-up your life! Learn essential organizational technique incorporating the popular KonMari Method (based on the best-selling book The Life Changing Magic of Tidying-Up by Marie Kondo) with Professional Organizer Ellen Delap.
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712

Special Programs
Tuesday, July 19, 2016, 8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Fun4Seniors Excursion Trip to George Bush Presidential Library & Museum
Fun4Seniors will depart from Kingwood Branch Library to visit the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station. The cost is $6 per person and early lunch is on your own at Cotton Patch Cafe. Lunch is not included in the admission price; individuals are responsible for their own meals.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LIFE Workshop - Growing the Noble Fern
Darla Harris, president of the Gulf Coast Fern Society and owner of the Fern Plantation Nursery in Magnolia, gives us a basic course on the fern, the beautiful and ancient foliage plant.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Job Search Skills Seminars:
Interviewing - The interview is where jobs are won or lost!  Learn steps to help you make a great first impression, appropriately respond to questions, and effectively follow-up to improve your chances of getting an offer
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Creative Art Club
If you like drawing, Zentangle, or doodling then come and join us. No talent needed. Feel free to come. Materials are provided.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Open 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 - Shepard Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
8501 West Montgomery
Houston, Texas 77088
832-393-1700

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
GENEALOGY - Genealogical Proof Standard Part Four: Arriving at a Soundly Reasoned, Well Written Conclusion
Join the MCMLS Genealogy department for the final workshop in a series on the Genealogical Proof Standard. The Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS), established by the Board for Certification of Genealogists, is the standard for establishing genealogy proof set for professional genealogy researchers, but you don’t have to be a professional genealogist to benefit from adopting the GPS into your research.
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Beginning Drawing for Adults
This class is a four part series adult class for those interested in learning the basic techniques for portrait drawing. All supplies are provided. Space is limited. Please register online or call 281-821-1320 for assistance. Attendance to all four classes is required.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 20, 2016, 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, July 20, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wordcrafters
Love to write? So do we. Please join us for this fun and informal critique and support session.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Friday, July 22, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Genealogy - FamilySearch Open Lab
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, July 23, 2016, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Yoga
Adult Yoga class. Adults must bring their own mats. Must sign up at the customer service desk.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Tuesday, July 26, 2016, 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, July 27, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LIFE Workshop - Stargazing Made Easy
Do you wish you could identify more constellations in the sky? Darrell Jenkins, author of First Light and Beyond: Making a Success of Astronomical Observing, reveals simple strategies for exploring our earthly heavens.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Creative Art Club
If you like drawing, Zentangle, or doodling then come and join us. No talent needed. Feel free to come. Materials are provided.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Beginning Drawing for Adults
This class is a four part series adult class for those interested in learning the basic techniques for portrait drawing. All supplies are provided. Space is limited. Please register online or call 281-821-1320 for assistance. Attendance to all four classes is required.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
GENEALOGY - Genealogy Wranglin’: FamilySearch.org
You heard right there neighbor! The Genealogy Wrangler is coming back into town, and this here go-around he’s fixin’ to learn ya a thing or two about FamilySearch: one of the biggest genealogy repositories in the wide n’ wild west. This’ll be one for new and old genealogy cowboys and cowgirls alike, so everyone’s invited to this genealogy rodeo. You better bet yer silver dollars by the end of it, you’ll be ropin’ down this here database just like the pros.
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712

Special Programs
Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 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, July 27, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wordcrafters
Love to write? So do we. Please join us for this fun and informal critique and support session.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Friday, July 29, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
KSAP: Organizing Family History
Explore various techniques to maximize and organize your family's history with Genealogist Devon Lee on Friday, July 29, 2016 at 10:00 am.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Sunday, July 31, 2016, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Excursion Trip to Houston Dynamo Soccer Game
Fun4Seniors will depart from Kingwood Branch Library to watch Houston Dynamo vs. San Jose Earthquakes soccer game at the BBVA Compass Stadium in downtown Houston. Admission is $19 per person and each person is limited to purchasing two tickets. Prior to the game, enjoy dinner at Hickory Hollow. Meals are not included in the admission cost; individuals are responsible for their own meals.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804