Events
Para los Niños
Tuesdays 11:00 AM
Provides parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes stories, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills, and prepares them for reading. Funded by the Houston Chronicle book and Author Dinner. Ages: 1-5 years. Tuesdays.
Preschool and Daycare Storytime
Wednesdays 10:30 AM
This storytime is geared for pre-K groups, and is filled with fun stories, songs, games, and crafts! Wednesdays.
Computer Basics
5/5/2008 11:30 AM
Introduction to computer basics, skills needed to use a computer, using the mouse, and navigating between software applications (opening/closing).
Computer Basics
5/5/2008 2:00 PM
An overview of the most basic computer skills needed to function in today's electronic world. Learn the parts of the computer and how to use the mouse and the keyboard.
After School Zone!!!!
5/5/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
Cinco de Mayo Fun Flowers
5/5/2008 4:00 PM
Help decorate your teen section by making Cinco de Mayo flowers!!!! Ages: teens.
After School Zone!!!!
5/6/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
Celebration of Motherhood
5/7/2008 10:30 AM
Heartwarming stories about the bond of love between mothers and children.
Windows Basics
5/7/2008 2:00 PM
Introduction to computer basics, skills needed to use a computer, navigating between different software applications.
After School Zone!!!!
5/7/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
Show Mama Some Love!
5/7/2008 4:00 PM
Make a beautiful gift for your mother for Mother's Day.
After School Zone!!!!
5/8/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
For My #1 MOM!!!
5/8/2008 3:30 PM
Join us and make mom a special craft from her #1 son/daughter. Ages: children & teens.
Windows Basics
5/12/2008 11:30 AM
An introduction to one of the most widely used computer operating systems. Learn how Windows works; how to create, edit, save and move files.
Introduction to Word
5/12/2008 2:00 PM
Learn the basics to working with Microsoft Word.
After School Zone!!!!
5/12/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
After School Zone!!!!
5/13/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
What's the Big Idea? Fun with Math and Science
5/13/2008 4:00 PM
Come explore math and science concepts through books, games, and other exciting hands-on activities. Ages: children.
Tales under the Palm Tree
5/14/2008 10:30 AM
Hear stories from Guam by storyteller and Smith manager Mary Wagoner, who spent part of her childhood in Guam. In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Ages: children.
Introduction to Excel
5/14/2008 2:00 PM
An introduction to basic spreadsheets, using Microsoft Excel. Learn to build a simple checkbook spreadsheet. Familiarity with Windows Basics, Computer Basics and Introduction to Word is required.
After School Zone!!!!
5/14/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
National Children's Book Week
5/14/2008 4:00 PM
More Than Words: Draw or collage a scene or character from your favorite story!
After School Zone!!!!
5/15/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
Internet Basics
5/19/2008 11:30 AM
Explore the Internet with an emphasis on Houston Public Library’s Web site. Learn basic terms, how a “browser” works, and do some simple searching.
Internet Basics
5/19/2008 2:00 PM
Explore the Internet with an emphasis on Houston Public Library’s Web site. Learn basic terms, how a “browser” works, and do some simple searching.
After School Zone!!!!
5/19/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
After School Zone!!!!
5/20/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
E-Mail Basics
5/21/2008 2:00 PM
Learn how to set up an e-mail account and send messages.
After School Zone!!!!
5/21/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
After School Zone!!!!
5/22/2008 3:00 PM
Come by every Monday-Thursday after school with friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's or Play Station 2. On certain days we have programs to watch, craft's to do or movies to watch with snacks but gaming is every time!!! We also have books or comics to read. Laptops with Internet access are also available for use!!!
Search Engine Basics
5/28/2008 2:00 PM
Navigate the World Wide Web for information using various search engines such as Google and Yahoo.
Starting a Houston Business
6/2/2008 6:00 PM
The City of Houston One Stop Business Center will make a 75-minute presentation on the rules and regulations which govern the operation of small businesses in Houston. This informative seminar is FREE OF CHARGE, and conducted by ONE STOP staff, part of Mayor Bill White's office. You need not be currently in business to attend this informative and worthwhile program.
The Griot
6/28/2008 4:00 PM
As The Griot, Kijana takes audiences on a time trip to the dawn of time -- portraying an African maiden whose job it is to teach them to sing and dance with her the music of a South African Xhosa "Click" song for a wedding they will all be attending. She then takes them to America, singing Gospel then closing with the music of 20th century Jazz ladies.
Starting a Houston Business
7/24/2008 6:00 PM
The City of Houston One Stop Business Center will make a 75-minute presentation on the rules and regulations which govern the operation of small businesses in Houston. This informative seminar is FREE OF CHARGE, and conducted by ONE STOP staff. You need not be currently in business to attend this informative and worthwhile program.
Meet the Author
7/26/2008 4:00 PM
Meet Marilyn Logan, financial therapist and author of "I Can't Afford to Marry You: A Guide to Understanding the True Cost of Love." Known as "The Money Lady," Marilyn is a national radio and television personality on a mission to help you "Get Your Money Right!"