Thursday, December 1, 2016

Local Library Programs for December 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
Dogs for Finals Stress Relief
Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Got Stress? Let the puppies help. Teams from the Montgomery Pet Partners will visit LSC-University Center at The Woodlands to be petted and played with, and to help students chill out from finals. All are welcome.
LSC-University Center Library
3232 College Park Dr.                                         
The Woodlands, TX 77384
936-273-7562

Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 1, 2016, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mitchell Fiction Book Club - Holiday Tea
Drop by to relax and start off the Holiday Season with your fellow book lovers.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 1, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Stewart - Nonfiction Book Club
Nonfiction Book Club meets on the First Thursday of each month to discuss a nonfiction book title.  Nonfiction Book Club meets at 3pm
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Book Clubs
Monday, December 5, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Paranormal Book Club
Meets at 6:30 PM on Monday, Dec. 5, in the 2nd floor Conference Room. Will discuss Dresden Files: Welcome to the Jungle by Jim Butcher.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Mystery Book Club

Join others to read "Booked to Die" by John Dunning. A policeman who enjoys rare books finds himself getting too close to a case when a bookscout is murdered.

HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 8, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Inspirational/Christian Book Club
Will discuss Christmas at Harrington's by Melody Carlson. Meets on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 7:00 PM in the 2nd floor Conference Room.LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Friday, December 9, 2016, 2:30 PM - 4:30 AM
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

Book Clubs
Monday, December 12, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
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Mystery and Suspense Book Club
Discuss the book Silken Prey by John Sanford
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Book Clubs
Monday, December 12, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
KW Book Club Holiday Cookie Exchange
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 12, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
After Austen Book Club
Meets at 7:00 PM on Monday, December 12 in the 2nd floor Conference Room. Please join us for a film and holiday party
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Meador - Adult Book Club
The Meador Book Club will not meet at Meador Library and will instead lunch at the Toasted Yolk at 12:00pm for a holiday meeting. Address: 2129 W. Davis St. Conroe, TX 77304 Read a holiday themed book of your choosing and write a quote from the book that
MCMLS - Meador Branch
709 West Montgomery
Willis, TX 77318
(936) 442-7740

Book Clubs
Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Afternoon Book Discussion
Will discuss The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. Meets on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 3:00 PM in the 2nd floor Conference Room
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, December 13, 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 selection will be Readers Choice. Participants are encouraged to re-gift recently read paperbacks that they would recommend to others.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
Will discuss The Nightingale Before Christmas by Donna Andrews. Meets on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the 2nd floor Conference Room.

LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Inspirational Book Club
Inspirational Book Club will be discussing: The Other Side of Divine by Vanessa Davis Griggs.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Book Clubs
Thursday, December 15, 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
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Mystery and Suspense Book Club
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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
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Books without Borders
Pacific: Silicon Chips and Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading Empires, and the Coming Collision of the World's Superpowers by Simon Winchester. Facilitator: Monica Norem, Reference Librarian
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Monday, December 19, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
All Fiction Book Club

All Fiction Book Club will be Discussing: The Clue Is In The Pudding
by Kate Kingsbury.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Book Clubs
Monday, December 19, 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

 

Technology Classes

Technology Classes
Thursday, December 1, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Basic Excel
This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet, and learn about the various options available for printing a spreads
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Technology Classes
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
PowerPoint: Beginner
Learn about creating, formatting, printing, and saving documents with PowerPoint 2013.LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Technology Classes
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Microsoft Word 2013 - Level 1
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2013. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
All classes start within five minutes of the announced time; classes are cancelled if no registered attendees arrive within fifteen minutes of announced time.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Technology Classes
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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 Zuckerbe
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Technology Classes
Monday, December 5, 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, December 6, 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, December 6, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL Basics
Bring all of your questions for another hour of FREE Basic computer operation instruction!
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Technology Classes
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Basic Publisher
Students will learn how to create various publications, such as newsletters, business cards, menus, and invitations using Publisher.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Technology Classes
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Apps & E-Media Workshop
Apps & E-Media Workshop. Learning how to download apps to your phone, kindle, and whatever device you have. Also, Learning to download books.

HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Technology Classes
Friday, December 9, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 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
Saturday, December 10, 2016, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
PowerPoint: Intermediate
Learn intermediate (and some advanced) formatting, layout, and application-specific skills.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Technology Classes
Saturday, December 10, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Apps & E-Media Workshop
Learn to download apps to their device such as Kindle, Phone and IPads. Also, Learn to download books as well.
HCPL - Northwest Branch
11355 Regency Green Drive
Cypress, TX 77429
281-890-2665

Technology Classes
Monday, December 12, 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
Monday, December 12, 2016, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Microsoft EXCEL Basics
Bring all of your questions for another hour of FREE Basic computer operation instruction!
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Technology Classes
Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Website Creation Part 1
Join the more than 20 million people who have created their websites using Weebly!   Weebly has a large variety of templates and an easy, drag and drop interface that makes creating your own website a breeze.  It’s free, powerful, and professional lookingMCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Technology Classes
Tuesday, December 13, 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, December 13, 2016, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Excel
Excel can help you create tables and
organize data. This class is going to help you
understand the tools available in Excel to make lists, charts, tables, and budgets.LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Word
This class will cover opening, saving, & closing
documents, using the mouse and keyboard with Word, and the different tools available for creating professional-looking documents.
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft PUBLISHER Basics
Bring all of your questions for another hour of FREE Basic computer operation instruction!

HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Technology Classes
Tuesday, December 20, 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, December 20, 2016, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Microsoft WORD Basics
Bring all of your questions for another hour of FREE Basic computer operation instruction!

HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Technology Classes
Thursday, December 22, 2016, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft PUBLISHER Basics
Bring all of your questions for another hour of FREE Basic computer operation instruction!

HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Technology Classes
Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Android Devices
Come learn about your new android device in this class. We cover basic functionality, as well as some of the popular apps of today.

LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Technology Classes
Tuesday, December 27, 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
Thursday, December 29, 2016, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft WORD Basics
Bring all of your questions for another hour of FREE Basic computer operation instruction!

HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

 

Special Programs

Special Programs
Friday, December 2, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 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
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Trip to Dickens on the Strand:Galveston
Fun4Seniors will depart from Kingwood Branch Library to attend the famous Victorian Holiday festival "Dickens on the Strand" in Galveston TX. Admission is $10 per person; Registration is required; individuals are responsible for their own meals.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Legal Sessions - Immigration and Naturalization
Do you need legal advice about anything in relation to the Immigration and Naturalization process? Have questions about your N-400 application?
In an exclusive collaboration with the Adan G Vega and Associates (Immigration Law Firm). We will offer one-on-
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Bus Trip
Dickens On The Strand. $10 per person. 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 Adu
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LDS Family Search Program
Learn how to use LDS family search, Ancestry Library Edition, and Heritage quest to trace your family lineage. Representatives will be on hand to assist customers in English or Spanish with their questions. This event is free and open to the public.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
STEMtastic Stations
Join us to experience STEMtastic Stations and explore topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Pre-service teachers host this fun hands-on learning event with the partnership of the Lone Star College-CyFair Children’s Library. Take home explo
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Grow Your business online - Doug Mansfield Marketing
You’ll hear about the basics of website design and management as well as how to get free business listings and paid advertising solutions. Social marketing and modern search engine optimization techniques will also be discussed. You’ll leave with a better
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
InfoDesk - Medicare and ACA
iHealthcare will be at the library to provide free information and enrollment assistance for health programs such as the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and Medicare. The open enrollment for Medicare begins October 15, 2015 – December 7, 2016, and for Mar
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Monday, December 5, 2016, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Stress Buster Coloring Station
Keep Calm and Color On: December 5 - 17 LSC-Kingwood Library. Join your friends & reduce your stress at the coloring station.
LSC-Kingwood Library
20000 Kingwood Dr.
Kingwood, TX 77339
281.312.1693

Special Programs
Monday, December 5, 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, December 5, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
STEWART: 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 t
MCMLS - Charles B. Stewart Branch
202 Bessie Price Owen Drive
Montgomery, TX 77356
(936) 788-8314

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Therapy Dogs
Therapy Pet Pals of Texas will be back on campus for another snuggly, fuzzy session to de-stress you!
LSC-University Park Library
Building 12, Room 800
20515 SH 249
Houston, TX 77070
281.401.5390

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
South Library - Gardening with Bob Dailey: Key to Successful Gardens
Creating an Earth-Kind Landscape involves the use of a variety of environmentally friendly practices ranging from design considerations to irrigation.
MCMLS - South Regional Branch
2101 Lake Robbins Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380-1152
(281) 298-9110

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
PB&J Bar
Take a study break and make a PB&J sandwich in the SLRC! (Gluten-free bread and almond butter will be available as well.)
LSC-University Park Library
Building 12, Room 800
20515 SH 249
Houston, TX 77070
281.401.5390

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Fun with Legos
Release stress from finals: have fun with Legos. Wednesday, December 7, 1 - 2 pm. LSC-North Harris Library Makerspace, 3rd floor
LSC-North Harris Library
2700 W.W. Thorne Dr.
Houston, TX 77073
281.618.5707

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Job Search Skills Seminars - offered by Workforce Solutions
12/07 - 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 y
LSC-Tomball Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Downloading eBooks and Audio Books
Join us in this class to learn how to search for, place a hold on, checkout, and download/stream e-books, audio books, music, TV shows, and videos for free from your library. Bring your library card, your Amazon account password if you have one, and your
MCMLS - South Regional Branch
2101 Lake Robbins Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380-1152
(281) 298-9110

Special Programs
Thursday, December 8, 2016, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Genealogy - Facebook for dead people, FamilySearch memories
FamilySearch.org is a resource to organize and research your family lines (all free). A great place to save documents, photos, and stories on your ancestors. Please bring digitized photos and a few memories. 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, December 8, 2016, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Tullis- Adult Writer’s 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 9, 2016, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Come Laugh with Us!
Come and learn about Laughter Yoga. It sounds weird, but Laughter Yoga is a new way to de-stress. and the health benefits are wonderful. So come ready to relax and enjoy!

HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Friday, December 9, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 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
Saturday, December 10, 2016, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fun4Seniors Trip to Tomball German Christmas Market & Festival
Fun4Seniors will depart from Kingwood Branch Library to the Tomball German Christmas Market & Festival in Tomball, TX. Admission is FREE Registration is required; individuals are responsible for their own meals.

HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, December 10, 2016, 3:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Fun4Seniors Bus Trip
Liberty Opry. $12 per person. Prior to the performance, enjoy dinner with the group at Olive Garden. Participants are responsible for the cost of their meal. For additional information and registration, please call Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program at 281
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
College Information Nights
Lone Star College-North Harris and its satellite centers will host a series of College Nights for prospective students and their families. The first event will kick-off at LSC-North Harris on Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the college’s Student
LSC-North Harris Library
2700 W.W. Thorne Dr.
Houston, TX 77073
281.618.5707

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Job/Career Workshop - LinkedIn Professional Network
Learn how to create a powerful LinkedIn profile for online networking. The first part of the workshop will be a demonstration of how to create an effective profile, and time will be provided at the end of the workshop for participants to receive guidance
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Workforce Solutions Seminars
Interviewing
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Job Search Skills Seminars - offered by Workforce Solutions
12/14 - 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 Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Special Programs
Wednesday, December 14, 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, December 16, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 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
Saturday, December 17, 2016, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LDS Family Search Program
Learn how to use LDS family search, Ancestry Library Edition, and Heritage quest to trace your family lineage. Representatives will be on hand to assist customers in English or Spanish with their questions. This event is free and open to the public.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Special Programs
Saturday, December 17, 2016, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Identity Theft – Staying Protected
Do you want to learn about how to prevent identity theft and be protected? Join us for the Identity Theft Prevention series of four seminars - in collaboration and partnership with Legal Shield.
The four in the series is Identity Theft – Staying Protected
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Saturday, December 17, 2016, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
InfoDesk - Medicare and ACA
iHealthcare will be at the library to provide free information and enrollment assistance for health programs such as the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and Medicare. The open enrollment for Medicare begins October 15, 2015 – December 7, 2016, and for Mar
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Saturday, December 17, 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

Special Programs
Monday, December 19, 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
Wednesday, December 21, 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
Tuesday, December 27, 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, December 28, 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, December 30, 2016, 3:00 PM - 4:00 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