Houston Public Library Events

Find a complete list of all programs and events occuring this month at Houston Public Library.

Holiday Season

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Playgroup:

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for babies, toddlers, and their Moms. Multi-sensory approach to early literacy. Ages: 6 months-4 years. Funded by the Houston Chronicle Book and Author Dinner.

Babytime

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: 6-18 months. 4th Floor.

Pre-School Time

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Ages: 3 1/2 - 5 years and their caregivers. 4th Floor.

Baby Time

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: An opportunity for babies to interact with others in an educational atmosphere. Ages: 6 months to 18 months.

Toddler Time

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 11:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.

Introduction to Excel

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Pleasantville Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet. All ages.

Computer Security 1

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the need for protecting your computer hardware, software,and electronic data from damage, loss and theft. Students will learn about the various solutions and devices that can be used to protect the data on the computer. It also introduces some common best practices to protect the operating system, software, and data on the computer. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1,2 & Internet Basics 1,2. Adults.

Stress Relief & Relaxation Series

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Unwind at this hands-on lunch series on body-breath-mind through yoga, breathing techniques and knowledge process. Get a glimpse into the deep secrets of the breath toward self-healing and rejuvenation. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel. Location: Central Concourse Meeting Room. (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

Digital Technology Basics

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 12:30 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the various characteristics of new digital technologies. It explores how computers and technology are generating new career opportunities and changing the world that we live in. All ages.

Craft

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Craft time is supervised by the children’s librarian where we all create items such as jewelry, posters, sculptures and seasonal art. All ages.

Introducción a Access (Español)

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Este curso explica los conceptos basicos de una base de datos y como crear y trabajar con registros de la base de datos.

Library Database Search

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn what a full-text database is and how to conduct a search. All ages.

Internet Safety

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Are your kids on MySpace, YouTube or Club Penguin? This class will prepare you and your kids/teens to learn about online safety.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Resumes

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: These classes are taught by a trainer from Workforce Solutions. The purpose of the training is to increase your understanding of the challenges unemployment presents and the issues involved in looking for a job. You will learn effective tools and techniques for finding the job you desire and succeeding in job performance. Ages: Adults and Teens

Computer Basics 2

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: This continuation of computer basics explains the features of different computers and the role of memory. It describes different types of productivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs. It also explains the features and functions of Windows XP. Prerequisites: None. All ages.

Teen Craft: Sand Jar Art

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Make a clever, beautiful art piece with multi-colored sand arranged in a jar. For Teens.

Writer's Workshop

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Bring in personal writing of any kind and publish it on our blog! If you do not have anything written yet, come in for ideas and practice! Ages: 17 and under.

Internet Basics 1

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. Also it explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2.

Young Adults Book Club

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 05:30 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Talk about books you have read and see what others suggest! Ages: Teens

Reel Teen Film Fest- Editing

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Mac Books will available to use to edit your movie entry for the 2nd Annual Reel Teen Film Fest. Teens 13-18 only. Teen Room Fourth Floor.

Citizenship Class

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Movie Night Mondays

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Monday night! Kids Room, 4th floor. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Introducción a Access

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Este curso explica los conceptos basicos de una base de datos y como crear y trabajar con registros de la base de datos.

Introduction to Excel

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet.

Book Club

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun, lively discussion of a selected book of the month. Call for this months title at 832-393-2630. Ages: Adults.

Computer Basics

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Introduction to computer basics. Learn skills needed to use a computer, a mouse, and how to navigate between software applications. All ages.

Computer Basics

Date: Monday November 16th, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Introduction to computer basics. Learn skills needed to use a computer, a mouse, and how to navigate between software applications. All ages.

Holiday Season

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Storytime for Toddlers

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Entertaining storytime and crafts for Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for toddlers. Ages: Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Storytime & Craft

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Young Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy listening to a wonderful story and make a craft connected to that story. Ages: Children.

StoryTime

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Toddler Time

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provide parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroup for Babies and Toddlers

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your littlest ones for Playgroups! A multi-sensory program building infant and toddler literacy using board books, fingerplays, and games. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Sponsored by the Houston Chronicle Book & Author Dinner.

50+ Computer Club

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Bring your questions for an informal Q&A discussion of computer-related topics. Different topics are introduced at each meeting.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts. Ages: 2-5.

Native American Heritage Craft

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us and make a Seneca Turtle Rattle. Limit 20. Ages: 2-5.

Toddler Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provides parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroups

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, crafts, and early literacy for Mother and child to socialize in an educational environment. Ages: Up to 5 years.

Preschool Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Jungman Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, activities for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Storytime for Pre-K

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-K storytime and craft. Ages: Children

Crochet Class

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Do you love to Crochet? Would you like to learn? Please join us! All ages.

Computer Security 2

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the various measures that can help protect the computer from various threats associated with the use of computers and the Internet. It also explains how to configure the computer to automatically update its security software. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1,2 7 Internet Basics 1,2. Adults.

Web Design

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: McCrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood Library
Description: Design your own web page by using free tools such as Blogger, Webs and others and add multimedia. Basic computer knowledge is required. All ages.

Paper-Crafting with Amie

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Amie for some fun and exciting paper-crafting activities. November 17- Winter Holiday Themed Cards. December 15- Flower Themed Cards. All are welcome. Supplies will be provided but arrive early as supplies are limited. Location: 1st Floor: Sitting Gallery Area (Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una seri, pero inscripciones se aceptan durante todo el ano. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Introduction to Access

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the basic tasks that you can perform by using a database program. Students will learn how to create and use a database. In addition, students will learn how to generate various types of reports by using queries. All ages.

Internet Basics 2

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: Park Place Regional Library
Description: This course explains what email is and how to use it. It also explains the features of online communities and how instant messaging works. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 & 2. All ages.

MS Power Point

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the basic functions of presentation program, how to create a presentation, and add graphics and multimedia to a presentation. Students will also learn to identify the various options available to print your presentation in different formats.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Crossing the Pond: Searching for Your 19th and 20th Century English Ancestor

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
Description: Many English citizens came to this country in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in search of a new beginning. Maybe one of your ancestors was among them? This session will help the beginning researcher identify the kind of records available to track down that elusive ancestor and where he came from. The emphasis will be on passenger lists and naturalization records in this country, and the Civil Registration index, censuses and parish registers in England. Adults/Teens. Reservations required call 832-393-2600

We're Gettin' the Band Back Together.....

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Guitar Hero, or Rock Band... step up! One microphone, guitar, bass and drums, do you have what it takes to be on a successful band? Tuesdays- Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages. 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Make It !Take It !

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by for a quick craft to get the weekend started. KIDS-4th floor.

Homework Help

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Teen Craft Time!!!

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join in and be creative by making your own craft to take home.
Ages: Teens.

Citizenship Week: Craft For Teens & Children

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Celebrating "The Many Faces Of Houston" with a craft project for teens and children.

Storytime and Craft Hour

Date: Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories and craft activities. Tuesdays. All ages.

Holiday Season

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Vinson Neighborhood Library
Description: Listen to great stories, with finger puppets, crafts and fun.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. Ages: children. Wednesdays.

Toddler Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Children up to 5 years.

Baby and Toddler Playgroup

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Age-appropriate stories and games for toddlers and preschoolers. Ages: 18 months to three years. Wednesdays.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Looscan Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy listening to stories and making a craft! Ages: Children.

Storytime and Craft

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: Interactive storytime, rhymes, songs with finger plays and occasionally puppets. Ages: Children.

StoryTime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your preschooler to the library and join us for books, songs, and time with friends. Located in the Henington-Alief Meeting Room. Ages: 3-6 yrs.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime & Craft for pre-schoolers.

Thanksgiving Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: A special storytime for all ages celebrating Thanksgiving and featuring stories, songs, and a craft afterwards. For children and all ages.

Fifty Plus Computer Club

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn the most basic computer skills needed to function in today's electronic world. Ages: Fifty Plus

Digital Technology Basics

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the various characteristics of new digital technologies. It explains how computers and technology are generating new career opportunities and changing the world in which we live. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1,2 & Internet Basics 1,2. Adults.

Film Series

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Take a break from work with lunch and a movie. Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

MS Word 2007

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 12:30 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Experiment with fancy fonts, cutting and pasting. Familiarity with Windows basics and Computer basics is required. All ages.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una seri, pero inscripciones se aceptan durante todo el ano. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

50+ Computer Club

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Get acquainted with the computer functions and how to use them to help you. Ages: Fifty years+.

Job Search Seminar Series: 1. Resumes

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Learn how to create your own resume. Learn the key elements employers are looking for in a resume. How long should a resume be? Join us to learn the answers! Ages: Adults

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Email Basics

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Let us show you how easy it is to create an email account, send and receive messages. Topics include file attachments, folders, spam etc.

The Jews of Texas: History and Records

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
Description: Jews who have been part of the history of the Lone Star state since the period of Spanish Texas have a rich history in the fabric of the state. An overview of immigration and the part Jews took in the development of Texas, and the records that were created by their impact will be presented. Adults/Teens. Reservations required call 832-393-2600.

Introduction to Word

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Experiment with fancy fonts, cutting and pasting. Familiarity with Windows basics and Computer basics is required. All ages.

Internet Basics 2

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Young Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains what email is and how to use it. It also explains the features of online communities and how instant messaging works. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2. All ages

After School Zone!!!

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Stop Animation Project

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Stop Animation Project with the MacBook Computer. Ages: Teens.

Homework Help

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

MS Excel

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet.

After School Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy the fun with a great story. All ages.

Arts & Crafts

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Make and take a unique piece of artwork or creative craft! Ages 6-10.

Children's Craft Activity

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us as we create a Native American Heritage Month art project. Call for details and any required items. All ages.

Thanksgiving Craft

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Young Neighborhood Library
Description: Make a fun Thanksgiving craft with us. Ages: Children

Crafts and Fun time

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Crafts for the school aged with activities and games. Wednesdays.

Knitting Circle

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Bring in your own projects or discuss new techniques. Learn to read patterns and design your own. Basic learning materials can be provided. Advanced knitters always welcome. No previous experience necessary. Ages: Adults.

What's the Big Idea?

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Explore Math and Science concepts through stories and fun activities. Every Wednesday. Ages 4-12. 4th floor.

Native American Heritage Craft for Teens

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: A teen craft done in commemoration of Native American Heritage month. Ages: Teens

Conceptos Básicos Sobre Computadoras 2

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Park Place Regional Library
Description: Esta continuación de conceptos básicos sobre la computadora explica las facetas de diferentes computadoras y el papel de memoria. También describe diferentes tipos de programas de productividad, comunicaciones, educación y entretenimiento. Además explica las acetas y funciones de Windows XP. Requisitos previos: Ninguno.

Para los Niños

Date: Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Time: 11:15 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Provides parents with activities to take home an increased abilty to help thier children learn. Ages: children. Wednesdays.

Holiday Season

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Digital Audio

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the various characteristics of digital video. It also describes what digital video editing is and the output formats for digital video. It also explores the features of different Web video technologies. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1,2 & Internet Basics 1,2. Adults.

Building Blogs w/ Digital Photography

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: McCrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood Library
Description: Share your thoughts, photos, and more with your friends and the world creating, easy to post text, photos, and videos from the web or your mobile phone, unlimited flexibility to personalize your blog with themes, gadgets, and more. All ages.

D.I.Y. Activities with Debra Hodge - Door Wreath (Fall Theme)

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Debra Hodge as she demonstrates how to create beautiful door wreaths with a fall theme. All are welcome to attend and supplies will be provided. Arrive early as supplies are limited. Location: Central Concourse Meeting Room. (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

Crocheting with Mike

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Mike Wicklander as he shows us how to master the basics of crochet like the slip knot, chain stitch, and yarn over, just to name a few. Recommended supplied to bring: G, H, or I crochet hooks, worsted weight yarn. Location: Gallery Sitting Area (1st Floor- Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series).

Meyer Mystery Book Club

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a discussion of an adult mystery book. Please call the library at 832-393-1840 for the selected title. Ages: Adults

Collier Book Group

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join in a discussion of "Heart and Soul" by Maeve Binchy. Ages: Adults.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una seri, pero inscripciones se aceptan durante todo el ano. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

MS Excel

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet. All ages.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Computer Basics 1

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: This course explains the main parts of a computer, the keyboard, and how to use the mouse. It also defines common computer terminology such as program, data, network, etc. Prerequisites: None. All ages.

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Homework Help

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Gaming

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Do you have the strongest video game skills? Think you can beat others? Play other video game experts at a showdown. Ages: Teens

Craft Time

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for creative crafts. Ages: Children. Third Thursday of the month. Ages: Children.

PlayStation3 / Wii Video Games

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy PlayStation 3 and/or Wii video games. Up to four can play at once, plus more online with WiFi. Ages: Teens & Children.

Teen Scene

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Join your friends in the Teen Corner for activities designed just for teens!

Family Movie

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: G- or PG-rated movies for families and children. Snacks served. Call library for title at 832-393-2011. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Board Games!

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Young Neighborhood Library
Description: If you like word games, Connect 4, Chess, Checkers, Uno, etc. We have it all!

Fashion 101

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Do you want to be a fashion designer? Do you love clothes, can you draw, do you spend your day looking at fashion magazines? Join an introductory class to teach you the tools on how to get started to break into the fashion industry. Teens

Kid's Movie Club

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Come enjoy popcorn and a movie. A short discussion will follow comparing the movie with the book. Call for more information 832-393-2410. Ages 9-12. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Play Station 2

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: PS2 time is monitored by the Children’s librarian and kids take turns at playing video games like Guitar Hero. Children can bring their own games, but the games cannot be M rated. All ages.

TEEN Movie Time

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Thurday night!!!! Call for movie title 832-393-1950. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Internet Básico 1 (Español)

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 05:30 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. Also it explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2. All ages.

Citizenship Class

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Starting a Business in Houston

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Thinking about starting your own business? Are you already a small business owner? The City of Houston’s One Stop Business Center, in partnership with SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) and Houston Public Library’s CORE (Careers, Opportunities, Resources, and Education) Center, present a 1 ½ hour workshop covering the rules and regulations which govern the operation of small businesses in Houston. For more information about the services for small business owners provided by the One Stop Business Center and SCORE, please visit their web sites at www.houstontx.gov/onestop and www.scorehouston.org. Ages: Adults.

Storytellers Guild

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Join the Houston Storytellers Guild to learn the storytellers craft and swap stories. Third Thursday. Ages: Adults.

Creative Time: Make and Take: Beaded Bookmark

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Come make a beautiful beaded bookmark. Supplies will be provided. Register in person or by calling the library at 832-393-1940. For adults.

We Want Wii

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Play the library's Wii! Have fun and meet new people while playing fun and exciting Wii games. Ages: Teens

Introduction to Access

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the basic tasks that you can perform by using a database program. Students will learn how to create and use a database. In addition, students will learn how to generate various types of reports by using queries. All ages.

Collier Knitting Circle

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join other knitters for conversation and idea sharing as you work on your latest project. All skill levels welcome. *Beginners: Please bring a pair of size 8 knitting needles and a ball of Sugar'n Cream cotton yarn. Adults and Teens.

Bedtime Storytime

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Bring your teddy bears and pajamas to a Bedtime Storytime of snuggly stories and songs. Every Thursday night from 7-8 pm. Kids-4th floor.

DIY Revolution

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Enjoy the latest DIY craze that is hitting the scene. Thursdays - Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages 13-18.

Computer Basics

Date: Thursday November 19th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: 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 keyboard. All ages.

Holiday Season

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Excel/Charts & Graphs

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 09:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Special Topics in MS Office. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and computer basics is required.

Harris County Naturalization Records - District Clerk's Office

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
Description: Please join Harris County District Clerk Loren Jackson for an overview of online public access to Harris County naturalization records. These records available at www.hcdistrictclerk.com can be searched online from 1837 - 1914. The documents include naturalizations of individuals from over 30 countries. Come celebrate Citizenship Week Nov 16 - 20 at Clayton Library. Reservations required. Call 832-393-2600

Friday Storytime

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

PlayGroup

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Our playgroup offers free play, socializing for kids and caregivers, and lots of toys. Every Friday in KIDS - 4th floor.

Digital Photography

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the various charactertistics of digital photography. It describes the benefits, features, and workings of a digital camera. Students will learn how digital images can be managed and edited. It also explores the features of different types of printers that are available for printing photos. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2 & Internet Basics 1,2. Adults.

Conversations in French

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Whether you are learning French or just want to brush-up, join us to practice your conversational skills in a relaxed setting.

Stress-Buster Series with Sharon Hughes

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Sharon Hughes as she presents ways to de-stress and relieve muscle strain through breathing exercises, yoga postures, and other techniques you can do at your desk and at home. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel.
Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

MS Common Features & Commands

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 12:15 PM
Library: Mancuso Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the common features and commands of various types of productivity programs. Students will also learn about the main components of the user interface, keyboard shortcuts, and various key combinations. All ages.

MS Features & Commands (Español)

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Este curso explica las características y las órdenes comunes de varios tipos de programas de productividad. Los estudiantes también aprenderán acerca de los componentes principales de la interfaz del usuario, de atajos de teclado, y varias combinaciones usando el teclado.

Us v. U

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Challenge Robyn, Ruby, Craig or Melody to any game of your choice. Fridays - Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages 13-18.

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Movie Theatre Fridays!

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Join us for an after school, big screen movie! Popcorn and refreshments will be served. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Call ahead for movie information (832-393-1820). Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Family Movie

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy a fun family movie as a start to your weekend! Call or visit the library to learn the titles of upcoming movies. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and to the Houston Public Library. For all ages. Fridays.

Movie

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Join in to see a "G" rated movie for kids of all ages to enjoy on Friday afternoons, beginning at 4 PM. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Gaming for Teens

Date: Friday November 20th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Video games and Board games, join in, relax and hang out! Ages: Teens.

Holiday Season

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Computer Basics 2

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: This continuation of computer basics explains the features of different computers and the role of memory. It describes different types of productivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs. It also explains the features and functions of Windows XP. Prerequisites: None. All ages.

Computer Basics 2

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: This continuation of computer basics explains the features of different computers and the role of memory. It describes different types of productivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs. It also explains the features and functions of Windows XP. Prerequisites: None

Saturday Storytime

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

Clayton Genealogical Library Orientation

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
Description: Learn about the vast family history research resources at the Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research, named "One of the 9 genealogy libraries you need to visit before you die" (Family Tree Magazine July 2008) on this tour of the facility. Adults/Teens.

Internet Basics 1

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. Also it explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2. All ages.

Family Storytime

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Storytime for all ages featuring stories, songs, and a craft afterwards. 4th floor - Program Place.

PowerPoint

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the basic functions of presentation program, how to create a presentation, and add graphics and multimedia to a presentation. Students will also learn to identify the various options available to print your presentation in different formats.

Club Penguin

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Become the newest member of Club Penguin! Chill out with new friends, explore the world of Club Penguin, share your knowledge with your friends, and learn the importance of internet safety.

Vietnamese ESL

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: English as a Second Language courses for interested parties whose first language is Vietnamese. Saturdays. (ESOL, ESL)

Life 2.0 Get Organized for the Holiday Season

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Tips on how to have a stress free holiday season with unique gift ideas, time management and connecting with family and friends.

Excel

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet. Adults

Internet Basics 1

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Stimley-Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. Also it explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2. All ages.

Digital Video

Date: Saturday November 21st, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: McCrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the various characteristics of digital video. It describes what digital video editing is and the various output formats for digital video. It also explores the features of different Web video technologies.

Holiday Season

Date: Sunday November 22nd, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Website Design

Date: Sunday November 22nd, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Design your own Web page by using free tools such as Blogger, Webs and others and add multimedia. Basic computer knowledge is required.

Holiday Season

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Playgroup:

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for babies, toddlers, and their Moms. Multi-sensory approach to early literacy. Ages: 6 months-4 years. Funded by the Houston Chronicle Book and Author Dinner.

Babytime

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: 6-18 months. 4th Floor.

Pre-School Time

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Ages: 3 1/2 - 5 years and their caregivers. 4th Floor.

Baby Time

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: An opportunity for babies to interact with others in an educational atmosphere. Ages: 6 months to 18 months.

Toddler Time

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 11:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.

Introduction to Excel

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Pleasantville Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet. All ages.

Productivity Programs

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the common features and commands of various types of productivity programs. Students will also learn about the main components of the user interface, keyboard shortcuts, and various key combinations. Adults.

Stress Relief & Relaxation Series

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Unwind at this hands-on lunch series on body-breath-mind through yoga, breathing techniques and knowledge process. Get a glimpse into the deep secrets of the breath toward self-healing and rejuvenation. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel. Location: Central Concourse Meeting Room. (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

Digital Photography

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 12:30 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the various characteristics of digital photography. It describes the benefits, features, and workings of a digital camera. Students will learn how digital images can be managed and edited. It also explores the features of different types of printers that are available for printing photos. All ages

Craft

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Craft time is supervised by the children’s librarian where we all create items such as jewelry, posters, sculptures and seasonal art. All ages.

Introducción a Hojas Electrónicas (Español)

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Una introducción al manejo de Hojas de Calculos, usando Microsoft Excel. Aprenda a construir una hoja para calcular los gastos de sus cheques. Estar familiarizado con Computación Básica, Windows Básico, y una Introducción a Microsoft Word es requerido.

Library Database Search

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn what a full-text database is and how to conduct a search. All ages.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Job Seeking Skills

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: These classes are taught by a trainer from Workforce Solutions. The purpose of the course is to increase your understanding of the challenges unemployment presents and the issues involved in looking for a job. You will learn effective tools and techniques for finding the job you desire and succeeding in job performance. Ages: Adults and Teens

Thanksgiving Poetry

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: Provide a Thanksgiving poems to display at your library. Ages: 12-18.

Writer's Workshop

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Bring in personal writing of any kind and publish it on our blog! If you do not have anything written yet, come in for ideas and practice! Ages: 17 and under.

Internet Basics 2

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: This continuation of computer basics explains the features of different computers and the role of memory. It describes different types of productivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs. It also explains the features and functions of Windows XP. Prerequisites: None

Reel Teen Film Fest- Editing

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Mac Books will available to use to edit your movie entry for the 2nd Annual Reel Teen Film Fest. Teens 13-18 only. Teen Room Fourth Floor.

Citizenship Class

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Movie Night Mondays

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Monday night! Kids Room, 4th floor. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Introducción a Hojas Electrónicas (Español)

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Una introducción al manejo de Hojas de Calculos, usando Microsoft Excel. Aprenda a construir una hoja para calcular los gastos de sus cheques. Estar familiarizado con Computación Básica, Windows Básico, y una Introducción a Microsoft Word es requerido.

Computer Basics

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Introduction to computer basics. Learn skills needed to use a computer, a mouse, and how to navigate between software applications. All ages.

Computer Basics

Date: Monday November 23rd, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Introduction to computer basics. Learn skills needed to use a computer, a mouse, and how to navigate between software applications. All ages.

Holiday Season

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Storytime for Toddlers

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Entertaining storytime and crafts for Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for toddlers. Ages: Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Para Los Ninos

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Bilingual stories and activities for children! Ages: Up to 4 years.

StoryTime

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Toddler Time

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provide parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroup for Babies and Toddlers

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your littlest ones for Playgroups! A multi-sensory program building infant and toddler literacy using board books, fingerplays, and games. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Sponsored by the Houston Chronicle Book & Author Dinner.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts. Ages: 2-5.

Toddler Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provides parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroups

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, crafts, and early literacy for Mother and child to socialize in an educational environment. Ages: Up to 5 years.

Preschool Storytime

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Jungman Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, activities for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Storytime for Pre-K

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-K storytime and craft. Ages: Children

Word

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Experiment with fancy fonts, cutting and pasting. Adults.

Wii Gaming & More

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Come and take a break from work and test your gaming skills! Location: Central Program Place (4th Floor).

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una seri, pero inscripciones se aceptan durante todo el ano. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Introduction to Excel

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: 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. All ages.

Typing Basics

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: Park Place Regional Library
Description: Increase your familiarity with the keyboard and your typing speed using freely available Web tutorials.

Internet Basics 1

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. Also it explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1, 2. All ages.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We're Gettin' the Band Back Together.....

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Guitar Hero, or Rock Band... step up! One microphone, guitar, bass and drums, do you have what it takes to be on a successful band? Tuesdays- Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages. 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Make It !Take It !

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by for a quick craft to get the weekend started. KIDS-4th floor.

Homework Help

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Teen Movie

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join us for a great movie and snacks. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library. Ages: Teens.

Storytime and Craft Hour

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories and craft activities. Tuesdays. All ages.

Adult Book Club

Date: Tuesday November 24th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Join in to discuss the monthly book selection. Stop by or call 832-393-2410 to sign up and learn book title. Ages: Adults.

Holiday Season

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Vinson Neighborhood Library
Description: Listen to great stories, with finger puppets, crafts and fun.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. Ages: children. Wednesdays.

Preschool Storytime:

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers. Ages: 2-5 years. Wednesdays.

Toddler Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Children up to 5 years.

Baby and Toddler Playgroup

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Age-appropriate stories and games for toddlers and preschoolers. Ages: 18 months to three years. Wednesdays.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Looscan Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy listening to stories and making a craft! Ages: Children.

Storytime and Craft

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: Interactive storytime, rhymes, songs with finger plays and occasionally puppets. Ages: Children.

StoryTime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your preschooler to the library and join us for books, songs, and time with friends. Located in the Henington-Alief Meeting Room. Ages: 3-6 yrs.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime & Craft for pre-schoolers.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime for all ages featuring stories, songs, and fingerplays. Ages: Children

Excel

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the components of a spreadsheet and how to store data in it. Students will also learn to perform basic mathematical tasks, and create charts and graphs in a spreadsheet. In addition, students will learn about the various options available for printing a spreadsheet. Adults

Film Series

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Take a break from work with lunch and a movie. Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una seri, pero inscripciones se aceptan durante todo el ano. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Job Search Seminar Series: 1. Resumes

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Learn how to create your own resume. Learn the key elements employers are looking for in a resume. How long should a resume be? Join us to learn the answers! Ages: Adults

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Internet Basics

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Explore the Internet and find out how a "browser" works. We will also show you how to search better and find reliable information online.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Homework Help

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

TEEN Craft

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Come and enjoy creating something special!

TEEN Open Gaming

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Come and play Wii Smash Brothers Brawl!!! Lots of various board games for play!!!

After School Storytime

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy the fun with a great story. All ages.

Arts & Crafts

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Make and take a unique piece of artwork or creative craft! Ages 6-10.

Old-School Board Games: No Electricity Required

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: Board games are fun for all ages! Train your brain and build your skills. Ages: Children.

Crafts and Fun time

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Crafts for the school aged with activities and games. Wednesdays.

What's the Big Idea?

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Explore Math and Science concepts through stories and fun activities. Every Wednesday. Ages 4-12. 4th floor.

Radiant Rabbit Reader's Book Club

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Meet and discuss the monthly book selection. Refreshments provided. For more information call 832-393-2410. Ages 9-12.

Internet Básico 1 (Español)

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Park Place Regional Library
Description: Explore la Internet con enfasís en el sitio Web de la Biblioteca Pública de Houston. Aprenda los terminos básicos, como funciona un“browser” o bucador, además haga búsquedas sencillas.

Para los Niños

Date: Wednesday November 25th, 2009
Time: 11:15 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Provides parents with activities to take home an increased abilty to help thier children learn. Ages: children. Wednesdays.

Holiday Season

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una seri, pero inscripciones se aceptan durante todo el ano. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Homework Help

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

PlayStation3 / Wii Video Games

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy PlayStation 3 and/or Wii video games. Up to four can play at once, plus more online with WiFi. Ages: Teens & Children.

Animenics Club

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Program intended for 13+ patrons interested in Anime or Manga comics. The Club views Anime movies, conducts group discussions on popular Manga series and participates in Anime or Manga related crafts. Ages: 13 - 18

Play Station 2

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: PS2 time is monitored by the Children’s librarian and kids take turns at playing video games like Guitar Hero. Children can bring their own games, but the games cannot be M rated. All ages.

Citizenship Class

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Collier Knitting Circle

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join other knitters for conversation and idea sharing as you work on your latest project. All skill levels welcome. *Beginners: Please bring a pair of size 8 knitting needles and a ball of Sugar'n Cream cotton yarn. Adults and Teens.

Bedtime Storytime

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Bring your teddy bears and pajamas to a Bedtime Storytime of snuggly stories and songs. Every Thursday night from 7-8 pm. Kids-4th floor.

DIY Revolution

Date: Thursday November 26th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Enjoy the latest DIY craze that is hitting the scene. Thursdays - Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages 13-18.

Holiday Season

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Friday Storytime

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

PlayGroup

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Our playgroup offers free play, socializing for kids and caregivers, and lots of toys. Every Friday in KIDS - 4th floor.

Conversations in French

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Whether you are learning French or just want to brush-up, join us to practice your conversational skills in a relaxed setting.

Us v. U

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Challenge Robyn, Ruby, Craig or Melody to any game of your choice. Fridays - Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages 13-18.

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Family Movie

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy a fun family movie as a start to your weekend! Call or visit the library to learn the titles of upcoming movies. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and to the Houston Public Library. For all ages. Fridays.

Movie

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Join in to see a "G" rated movie for kids of all ages to enjoy on Friday afternoons, beginning at 4 PM. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Teen Craft

Date: Friday November 27th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Join us for a fun craft project for teens.

Holiday Season

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Saturday Storytime

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

Family Storytime

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Storytime for all ages featuring stories, songs, and a craft afterwards. 4th floor - Program Place.

Internet Basics 1

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and important terms related to the Internet. Also it explains the World Wide Web and how to perform searches and transactions. Prequistes: Computer Basics 1, 2. Adults

Vietnamese ESL

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: English as a Second Language courses for interested parties whose first language is Vietnamese. Saturdays. (ESOL, ESL)

Needlework and Conversation Society

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: Bring your current needlework project and join us for conversation and snacks.

Social Media

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Let our experts show you how you can connect with friends and advertise your business using Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other social networking websites.

Funerals: The Final Event

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
Description: The final event of a life generates final records of a person’s life. These records will be discussed including digital collections, printed and microfilmed sources, as will alternatives to traditional burials. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.

Internet Basics 2

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains what email is and how to use it. It also explains the features on online communities and how instant messaging works. Adults

Internet Basics 2

Date: Saturday November 28th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Stimley-Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains what email is and how to use it. It also explains the features online communities and how instant messaging works.

Holiday Season

Date: Sunday November 29th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Holiday Season

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Ring Neighborhood Library
Description: Celebrate the holidays with materials from Ring's adult and juvenile collections. All ages.

Playgroup:

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for babies, toddlers, and their Moms. Multi-sensory approach to early literacy. Ages: 6 months-4 years. Funded by the Houston Chronicle Book and Author Dinner.

Babytime

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: 6-18 months. 4th Floor.

Pre-School Time

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Ages: 3 1/2 - 5 years and their caregivers. 4th Floor.

Baby Time

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: An opportunity for babies to interact with others in an educational atmosphere. Ages: 6 months to 18 months.

Toddler Time

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 11:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.

Typing Basics

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Pleasantville Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn the functions of the keys on the keyboard. Play games to help improve your typing skills. All ages.

Mango Languages

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HPL Express Southwest
Description: This course explains how to register and use a program to learn foreign languages such as Spanish, French, German, ect. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 2 & Internet Basics 1 2. Ages: Adults

Stress Relief & Relaxation Series

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Unwind at this hands-on lunch series on body-breath-mind through yoga, breathing techniques and knowledge process. Get a glimpse into the deep secrets of the breath toward self-healing and rejuvenation. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel. Location: Central Concourse Meeting Room. (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

Digital Audio & Video

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 12:30 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the various characteristics of digital audio and video. It describes the concepts of recording, copying, and converting digital audio. It also describes what digital video editing is and the various output formats for digital video. It explores the features of advanced speech technologies and different web video technologies. All ages.

Craft

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Craft time is supervised by the children’s librarian where we all create items such as jewelry, posters, sculptures and seasonal art. All ages.

Sesion de Ayuda (Español)

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: La clase se basa en las preguntas que hagan los estudiantes sobre temas de los cursos de computador que da la biblioteca. Todas edades.

Library Database Search

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn what a full-text database is and how to conduct a search. All ages.

Mousercize & Keyboarding

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Hands-on lab for keyboard and mouse practice.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Resumes

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Heights Neighborhood Library
Description: These classes are taught by a trainer from Workforce Solutions. The purpose of the training is to increase your understanding of the challenges unemployment presents and the issues involved in looking for a job. You will learn effective tools and techniques for finding the job you desire and succeeding in job performance. Ages: Adults and Teens

Keyboarding

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Increase your familiarity with the keyboard and your typing speed using freely available Web tutorials. All ages.

Writer's Workshop

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Bring in personal writing of any kind and publish it on our blog! If you do not have anything written yet, come in for ideas and practice! Ages: 17 and under.

Introduction to Word

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Experiment with fancy fonts, cutting and pasting. Familiarity with Windows basics and Computer basics is required. All ages.

Young Adults Book Club

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 05:30 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Talk about books you have read and see what others suggest! Ages: Teens

Citizenship Class

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Movie Night Mondays

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Monday night! Kids Room, 4th floor. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Computer Basics

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Introduction to computer basics. Learn skills needed to use a computer, a mouse, and how to navigate between software applications. All ages.

Computer Basics

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Johnson Neighborhood Library
Description: Introduction to computer basics. Learn skills needed to use a computer, a mouse, and how to navigate between software applications. All ages.

Otaku Society Anime Club

Date: Monday November 30th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens watch, review and discuss Anime... maybe some Manga too. Ages: Teens 13-18 only. Teen Room-4th floor. First and last Monday of the Month.

Storytime for Toddlers

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Entertaining storytime and crafts for Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for toddlers. Ages: Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

StoryTime

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Toddler Time

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provide parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroup for Babies and Toddlers

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your littlest ones for Playgroups! A multi-sensory program building infant and toddler literacy using board books, fingerplays, and games. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Sponsored by the Houston Chronicle Book & Author Dinner.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts. Ages: 2-5.

Playgroups

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, crafts, and early literacy for Mother and child to socialize in an educational environment. Ages: Up to 5 years.

What's the Big Idea?

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn Science and Math concepts through stories and fun activities. Ages: Children

Preschool Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Jungman Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, activities for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Storytime for Children

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
Description: Finger play, puppets, stories and crafts for fun and learning. Ages: Preschool and Toddlers.

Storytime for Pre-K

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-K storytime and craft. Ages: Children

Babytime

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: For babies 0 - 12 months who are not yet walking.

Toddler Playgroup

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for stories, songs, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.

Crochet Class

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Do you love to Crochet? Would you like to learn? Please join us! All ages.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Computer Help Session

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Session content is based on student questions about computer usage. All ages.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We're Gettin' the Band Back Together.....

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Guitar Hero, or Rock Band... step up! One microphone, guitar, bass and drums, do you have what it takes to be on a successful band? Tuesdays- Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages. 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Make It, Take It!

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by for a quick craft to get the weekend started! KIDS-4th floor.

Homework Help

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Teen Movie

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join us for a great movie and snacks. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library. Ages: Teens.

Storytime and Craft Hour

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories and craft activities. Tuesdays. All ages.

Pink Ladies Meeting

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: A Girl's Club for ages 9-17 intended to promote self-esteem, academia, social awareness and leadership. Please join us.

Business Planning & Financing for Small-Business Owners

Date: Tuesday December 1st, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: A new two-part series presented by the City of Houston's One Stop Business and the Houston chapter of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) in collaboration with HPL's CORE Center, covers the basics of creating a business plan and acquiring financing in two 90-minute sessions. Today's session covers creating a business plan, followed by the second session on December 8 about business financing. Ages: Adults.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Vinson Neighborhood Library
Description: Listen to great stories, with finger puppets, crafts and fun.

Toddler Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Children up to 5 years.

Baby and Toddler Playgroup

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Age-appropriate stories and games for toddlers and preschoolers. Ages: 18 months to three years. Wednesdays.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Looscan Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy listening to stories and making a craft! Ages: Children.

Preschool Storytime:

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers. Ages: 2-5 years. Wednesdays.

Storytime and Craft

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: Interactive storytime, rhymes, songs with finger plays and occasionally puppets. Ages: Children.

StoryTime

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your preschooler to the library and join us for books, songs, and time with friends. Located in the Henington-Alief Meeting Room. Ages: 3-6 yrs.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, action rhymes, music, and more! Ages: 3 - 5 years and their caregivers.

Film Series

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Take a break from work with lunch and a movie. Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Craft: Angel Ornament

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Create an Angel ornament for your Christmas tree or present your Angel as a special and unique gift. Materials provided. Ages: Adult.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Computer Basics

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: An overview of the most basic computer skills needed to function in today's electronic world. Learn about computer parts as well as hands-on mouse and keyboard practice. All ages.

Brawl-Free-4-All

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 02:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Take turns playing Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Challenge your friends or library staff. Fourth floor Teen Room. Teens 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Homework Help

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

TEEN Open Gaming

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Come and play Wii Smash Brothers Brawl!!! Lots of various board games for play!!!

Wii Wednesday

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for gaming on the Nintendo Wii. Wednesdays. Teens

After School Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy the fun with a great story. All ages.

Arts & Crafts

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Make and take a unique piece of artwork or creative craft! Ages 6-10.

Family Movie Matinee

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for G or PG rated movies that are appropriate for the whole family. All ages. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Crafts and Fun time

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Crafts for the school aged with activities and games. Wednesdays.

Teen Craft

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Join in and hang out and make a fun craft! Ages: Teens

Teen Advisory Board -TAB (Face to Face)

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: TAB meets the first Wednesday every month to talk face to face about library programs for teens! Need volunteer credit for school? Call us and ask how you can be involved, 832-393-1521! Teens 13-18 only. First Wednesday of the month.

Para los Niños

Date: Wednesday December 2nd, 2009
Time: 11:15 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Provides parents with activities to take home an increased abilty to help thier children learn. Ages: children. Wednesdays.

Crocheting with Mike

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Mike Wicklander as he shows us how to master the basics of crochet like the slip knot, chain stitch, and yarn over, just to name a few. Recommended supplied to bring: G, H, or I crochet hooks, worsted weight yarn. Location: Gallery Sitting Area (1st Floor- Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series).

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Homework Help

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Gaming

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Do you have the strongest video game skills? Think you can beat others? Play other video game experts at a showdown. Ages: Teens

Financial Advice Consultation Sessions

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Drop-in for a one-on-one, free consultation with a NAPFA (National Association of Personal Financial Advisors) Registered Advisor. All incomes welcome. Consultations on a first-come, first-served basis.
All NAPFA members provide comprehensive financial advice, adhere to strict ethical standards and sell no products.

PlayStation3 / Wii Video Games

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy PlayStation 3 and/or Wii video games. Up to four can play at once, plus more online with WiFi. Ages: Teens & Children.

Popcorn and Movie

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Join us for popcorn and a movie! Ages 8 and under. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Gaming for Teens

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Video games and Board games, join in, relax and hang out! Ages: Teens.

Play Station 2

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: PS2 time is monitored by the Children’s librarian and kids take turns at playing video games like Guitar Hero. Children can bring their own games, but the games cannot be M rated. All ages.

TEEN Movie Time

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Thurday night!!!! Call for movie title 832-393-1950. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Meyer Teen Advisory Board

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: The Teen Advisory Board meets once a month to snack and talk about library programs for teens! If you are between the ages of 12-18 and you would like to help plan Teen programs, this is the place for you! The first Thursday of the month.

Citizenship Class

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Introduction to Excel

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: 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. All ages.

Collier Knitting Circle

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join other knitters for conversation and idea sharing as you work on your latest project. All skill levels welcome. *Beginners: Please bring a pair of size 8 knitting needles and a ball of Sugar'n Cream cotton yarn. Adults and Teens.

Great Books Society

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Join the Montrose Great Books Society to discuss great literature from the past and present. Ages: Adults. First Thursday of the month.

Sweet Shots

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Learn how to use your camera, your computer, and your creativity to get just the shot you want! Geoff Casavant will be there to answer all the questions you may have. See you there. All ages. Location: Central Concourse Computer Lab.

Computer Database Demonstration: Chilton Library

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Learn about the Chilton Library, which offers detailed instructions and diagrams on repair and maintenance of automobiles and light trucks. Features such as step-by-step repair, wiring diagrams and maintenance schedules will be addressed.

DIY Revolution

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Enjoy the latest DIY craze that is hitting the scene. Thursdays - Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages 13-18.

Bedtime Storytime

Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Bring your teddy bears and pajamas to a Bedtime Storytime of snuggly stories and songs. Every Thursday night from 7-8 pm. Kids-4th floor.

Excel/Formulas & Functions

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 09:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Special topics in MS Office. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and computer basics is required. All ages.

Friday Storytime

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

PlayGroup

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Our playgroup offers free play, socializing for kids and caregivers, and lots of toys. Every Friday in KIDS - 4th floor

Conversations in French

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Whether you are learning French or just want to brush-up, join us to practice your conversational skills in a relaxed setting.

Stress-Buster Series with Sharon Hughes

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Sharon Hughes as she presents ways to de-stress and relieve muscle strain through breathing exercises, yoga postures, and other techniques you can do at your desk and at home. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel.
Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Movie Theatre Fridays!

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Join us for an after school, big screen movie! Popcorn and refreshments will be served. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Call ahead for movie information (832-393-1820). Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Family Movie

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy a fun family movie as a start to your weekend! Call or visit the library to learn the titles of upcoming movies. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and to the Houston Public Library. For all ages. Fridays.

Movie

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Join in to see a "G" rated movie for kids of all ages to enjoy on Friday afternoons, beginning at 4 PM. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Gaming for Teens

Date: Friday December 4th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Video games and Board games, join in, relax and hang out! Ages: Teens.

Make It - Take It

Date: Saturday December 5th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by the 4th floor in the Teen Room to create an easy to do craft. Teens only 13-18.

Saturday Storytime

Date: Saturday December 5th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

Family Storytime

Date: Saturday December 5th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Storytime for all ages featuring stories, songs, and a craft afterwards. 4th floor - Program Place.

Vietnamese ESL

Date: Saturday December 5th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: English as a Second Language courses for interested parties whose first language is Vietnamese. Saturdays. (ESOL, ESL)

Life 2.0: Get Organized for the Holidays

Date: Saturday December 5th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Tips on how to have a stress-free holiday season with unique gift ideas, time management and connecting with family and friends.

Career/Job Research

Date: Sunday December 6th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Let our staff help you with your job search, career transition and resume. All ages.

International Affairs Collection Celebratory Launch: Speakers and Refreshments

Date: Sunday December 6th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Jungman Neighborhood Library
Description: The Jungman Neighborhood Library in conjunction with its partners, the World Affairs Council of Houston, and the United Nations Association Houston chapter, invites the public to the formal public launch of its new International Affairs Collection funded by a Grant from the Texas Book Festival. Please come and enjoy speakers and refreshments. Adults & Teens.

Job Search Workshop, Part 1: Rebranding Your Skills

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Identify the skills you have gained in the past, and present them in a way that catches the attention of employers, and moves you to a new job or new industry. Ages: Adults

Playgroup: Para Los ninos

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for babies, toddlers, and their Moms. Multi-sensory approach to early literacy. Ages: 6 months-4 years. Funded by the Houston Chronicle Book and Author Dinner.

Babytime

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: 6-18 months. 4th Floor.

Babytime

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: An opportunity for babies to interact with others in an educational atmosphere. Ages: 6 months-18 months. Mondays.

Babytime

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: For babies 0 - 12 months who are not yet walking.

Toddler Time

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 11:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers. Ages: 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.

Yarn People: Holiday Ornament Exchange

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Exchange a knitted or crocheted holiday ornament. Ages: Adults & Teens.

Stress Relief & Relaxation Series

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Unwind at this hands-on lunch series on body-breath-mind through yoga, breathing techniques and knowledge process. Get a glimpse into the deep secrets of the breath toward self-healing and rejuvenation. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel. Location: Central Concourse Meeting Room. (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

Craft

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Craft time is supervised by the children’s librarian where we all create items such as jewelry, posters, sculptures and seasonal art. All ages.

Conceptos Básicos Sobre Computadoras 1

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Este curso explica las partes principales de la computadora, el teclado y como se usa el Mouse. Además, define terminología común de la computadora tal como programa, datos, red, etc. Requisitos previos: Ninguno.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

What's the Big Idea Story and Explore Time

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Mancuso Neighborhood Library
Description: Science and math exploration through stories and activities.
Ages 3-7.

Chinese Storytime

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join the Children's Librarian for an entertaining and educational hour of traditional Chinese stories.

Writer's Workshop

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Bring in personal writing of any kind and publish it on our blog! If you do not have anything written yet, come in for ideas and practice! Ages: 17 and under.

Teen Holiday Craft: Winter Bracelets

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 05:30 PM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Make an attractive winter bracelet with beads and charms. Limit 20 participants. Teens.

Young Adults Book Club

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 05:30 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Talk about books you have read and see what others suggest! Ages: Teens

Citizenship Class

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Conceptos Básicos Sobre Computadoras 1

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Este curso explica: las partes principales de la computadora, el teclado y como se usa el Mouse. Además, define terminología común de la computadora tal como programa, datos, red, etc. Requisitos previos: Ninguno

Monday Night Movie

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Monday night! Kids Room, 4th floor. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Otaku Society Anime Club

Date: Monday December 7th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens watch, review and discuss Anime... maybe some Manga too. Ages: Teens 13-18 only. Teen Room-4th floor. First and last Monday of the Month.

Job Search Workshop, Part 2: Creating a Resume / Completing the Application

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Develop a professional resume that will match your skills and experience to the job and employer you are looking for.
Most employers will ask you to complete an employment application, even if you have a great resume. Learn how to complete an application for employment thoroughly, accurately and neatly. Ages: Adults.

Storytime for Toddlers

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Entertaining storytime and crafts for Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for toddlers. Ages: Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

StoryTime

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Toddler Time

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provide parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroup for Babies and Toddlers

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your littlest ones for Playgroups! A multi-sensory program building infant and toddler literacy using board books, fingerplays, and games. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Sponsored by the Houston Chronicle Book & Author Dinner.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts. Ages: 2-5.

Playgroups

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, crafts, and early literacy for Mother and child to socialize in an educational environment. Ages: Up to 5 years.

Plastic-Bag Parachute

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Make a parachute for your favorite toy! Please bring a small action figure to attach to your parachute. Ages: Children

Preschool Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Jungman Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, activities for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Storytime for Children

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
Description: Finger play, puppets, stories and crafts for fun and learning. Ages: Preschool and Toddlers.

Storytime for Pre-K

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-K storytime and craft. Ages: Children

Para Los Niños

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: A family learning program that serves parents whose first language is Spanish; however, everyone is welcome! Interactive, hands-on learning for children ages 3 - 6.

Classic Literature Book Club

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Do your reading tendencies lean toward the classics? If you enjoy reading and discussing classic literature, please join us. Held every second Tuesday of the month. Ages: Adults.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Computer Basics 1

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains: the main parts of a computer, the keyboard, and how to use the mouse. It also defines common computer terminology such as program, data, network, etc. Prerequisites: None

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We're Gettin' the Band Back Together.....

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Guitar Hero, or Rock Band... step up! One microphone, guitar, bass and drums, do you have what it takes to be on a successful band? Tuesdays- Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages. 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Make It, Take It!

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by for a quick craft to get the weekend started! KIDS-4th floor.

Homework Help

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Storytime and Craft Hour

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories and craft activities. Tuesdays. All ages.

Teen Craft

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Join us for a fun craft project for teens.

Business Planning & Financing for Small-Business Owners

Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2009
Time: 06:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: A two-part series presented by the City of Houston's One Stop Business and the Houston chapter of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) in collaboration with HPL's CORE Center, covers the basics of creating a business plan and acquiring financing in two 90-minute sessions. Today's session covers the basics of business financing (a previous session on December 1 reviewed creating a business plan). Ages: Adults.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Vinson Neighborhood Library
Description: Listen to great stories, with finger puppets, crafts and fun.

Job Search Workshop, Part 3: Networking

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Networking is not limited to who you know, it's learning how to find out about jobs that are not advertised and how to get your foot in the door. Learn to develop a list of contacts that can help you and create a marketing profile to promote your skills and abilities. Ages: Adults

Preschool Storytime:

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers. Ages: 2-5 years. Wednesdays.

Toddler Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Pre-School storytimes are filled with stories, action rhymes, crafts, music, and more! Children up to 5 years.

Baby and Toddler Playgroup

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Age-appropriate stories and games for toddlers and preschoolers. Ages: 18 months to three years. Wednesdays.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Looscan Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy listening to stories and making a craft! Ages: Children.

Storytime and Craft

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Scenic Woods Regional Library
Description: Interactive storytime, rhymes, songs with finger plays and occasionally puppets. Ages: Children.

StoryTime

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your preschooler to the library and join us for books, songs, and time with friends. Located in the Henington-Alief Meeting Room. Ages: 3-6 yrs.

Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, action rhymes, music, and more! Ages: 3 - 5 years and their caregivers.

Film Series

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Take a break from work with lunch and a movie. Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Job Search Seminar Series: 1. Resumes

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 01:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Learn how to create your own resume. Learn the key elements employers are looking for in a resume. How long should a resume be? Join us to learn the answers! Ages: Adults

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Email Basics

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Let us show you how easy it is to create an email account, send and receive messages. Topics include file attachments, folders, spam etc.

Brawl-Free-4-All

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 02:30 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Take turns playing Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Challenge your friends or library staff. Fourth floor Teen Room. Teens 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Homework Help

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

TEEN Craft

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Come and enjoy creating something special!

TEEN Open Gaming

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Come and play Wii Smash Brothers Brawl!!! Lots of various board games for play!!!

Wii Wednesday

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for gaming on the Nintendo Wii. Wednesdays. Teens

After School Storytime

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy the fun with a great story. All ages.

Arts & Crafts

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Make and take a unique piece of artwork or creative craft! Ages 6-10.

Teen Movie Matinee

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for action-filled PG-13 rated movies that are appropriate for teens and older. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Crafts and Fun time

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Crafts for the school aged with activities and games. Wednesdays.

Para los Niños

Date: Wednesday December 9th, 2009
Time: 11:15 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Provides parents with activities to take home an increased abilty to help thier children learn. Ages: children. Wednesdays.

Railroads and the Settling of America

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
Description: Throughout the history of the United States railroads have served as transit systems of mass production, metropolitan connections, and migration. As the railroad developed so to did settlements along the lines. Learn how the railroad shaped the migration patterns of people across the United States and how to use such information for furthering genealogical research. Registration required. Call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens

Crocheting with Mike

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Mike Wicklander as he shows us how to master the basics of crochet like the slip knot, chain stitch, and yarn over, just to name a few. Recommended supplied to bring: G, H, or I crochet hooks, worsted weight yarn. Location: Gallery Sitting Area (1st Floor- Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series).

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Children Board Games

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
Description: Find the Board Games that you enjoy playing from several provided in the meeting room.... Ages: Children

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Homework Help

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Gaming

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Do you have the strongest video game skills? Think you can beat others? Play other video game experts at a showdown. Ages: Teens

PlayStation3 / Wii Video Games

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy PlayStation 3 and/or Wii video games. Up to four can play at once, plus more online with WiFi. Ages: Teens & Children.

Play Station 2

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 04:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: PS2 time is monitored by the Children’s librarian and kids take turns at playing video games like Guitar Hero. Children can bring their own games, but the games cannot be M rated. All ages.

TEEN Movie Time

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Thurday night!!!! Call for movie title 832-393-1950. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Citizenship Class

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Computer Basics 1

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: This course explains the main parts of a computer, the keyboard, and how to use the mouse. It also defines common computer terminology such as program, data, network, etc. Prerequisites: None. All ages.

Collier Knitting Circle

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join other knitters for conversation and idea sharing as you work on your latest project. All skill levels welcome. *Beginners: Please bring a pair of size 8 knitting needles and a ball of Sugar'n Cream cotton yarn. Adults and Teens.

Sweet Shots

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Learn how to use your camera, your computer, and your creativity to get just the shot you want! Geoff Casavant will be there to answer all the questions you may have. See you there. All ages. Location: Central Concourse Computer Lab.

Around the World Book Club

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 06:15 PM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Every second Thursday, we will discuss books with locations in different parts of the world. This month we will discuss THE END OF EAST by Jen Sookfong Lee. Vancouver's Chinatown is the setting of this story of the lives of three generations of a Chinese Canadian family. Ages: Adults

DIY Revolution

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Enjoy the latest DIY craze that is hitting the scene. Thursdays - Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages 13-18.

Bedtime Storytime

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Bring your teddy bears and pajamas to a Bedtime Storytime of snuggly stories and songs. Every Thursday night from 7-8 pm. Kids-4th floor.

Urban Fiction Book Club

Date: Thursday December 10th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Do you enjoy reading fiction with an edge to it? One of the publishing industry's fastest growing genres, urban fiction, exposes the reader to the hard core realities of street life in urban America. Although the material may be a little crude or harsh at times, many find the stories to be true to the experience that it depicts. Come join the discussion. Held every second Thursday of the month. Ages: Adults

Word/Templates

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 09:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Special topics in MS Office. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and computer basics is required. All ages.

Friday Storytime

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

PlayGroup

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Our playgroup offers free play, socializing for kids and caregivers, and lots of toys. Every Friday in KIDS - 4th floor

Conversations in French

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Whether you are learning French or just want to brush-up, join us to practice your conversational skills in a relaxed setting.

Stress-Buster Series with Sharon Hughes

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Sharon Hughes as she presents ways to de-stress and relieve muscle strain through breathing exercises, yoga postures, and other techniques you can do at your desk and at home. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel.
Location: Concourse Meeting Room (Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

What's The Big Idea?

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Big Idea is a national program that interacts with children in the fields of Math and Science. Ages: Children

Family Movie

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Tuttle Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy a fun family movie as a start to your weekend! Call or visit the library to learn the titles of upcoming movies. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and to the Houston Public Library. For all ages. Fridays.

Movie

Date: Friday December 11th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Join in to see a "G" rated movie for kids of all ages to enjoy on Friday afternoons, beginning at 4 PM. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Make It - Take It

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: All Day
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by the 4th floor in the Teen Room to create an easy to do craft. Teens only 13-18.

Saturday Storytime

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Storytime, songs, and simple crafts with playtime to follow. Ages: 6 and under.

Family Storytime

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Storytime for all ages featuring stories, songs, and a craft afterwards. 4th floor - Program Place.

Teen Craft

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us, hang out and make a fun craft. Ages: Teens

Vietnamese ESL

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: English as a Second Language courses for interested parties whose first language is Vietnamese. Saturdays. (ESOL, ESL)

PhotoThing!

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Learn basic photo editing skills, photo storage and publish your photos to the Web. We will use Photofunia, Fotoflexer, Picnik, Flickr and Panoramio. You are welcome to bring your digital images. All ages.

UNO Tournament

Date: Saturday December 12th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Young adults are invited to participate in an UNO Tournament at the library.

Playgroup:

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for babies, toddlers, and their Moms. Multi-sensory approach to early literacy. Ages: 6 months-4 years. Funded by the Houston Chronicle Book and Author Dinner.

Babytime

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and fingerplays with playtime afterward for babies and their caregivers. Ages: 6-18 months. 4th Floor.

Babytime

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: An opportunity for babies to interact with others in an educational atmosphere. Ages: 6 months-18 months. Mondays.

Toddler Time

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 11:30 AM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers. Ages: 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.

Stress Relief & Relaxation Series

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Unwind at this hands-on lunch series on body-breath-mind through yoga, breathing techniques and knowledge process. Get a glimpse into the deep secrets of the breath toward self-healing and rejuvenation. Wear comfortable clothes that allow easy movement and bring a mat or a large towel. Location: Central Concourse Meeting Room. (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

Craft

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Craft time is supervised by the children’s librarian where we all create items such as jewelry, posters, sculptures and seasonal art. All ages.

Conceptos Básicos Sobre Computadoras 2

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Esta continuación de conceptos básicos sobre la computadora explica las facetas de diferentes computadoras y el papel de memoria. También describe diferentes tipos de programas de productividad, comunicaciones, educación y entretenimiento. Además explica las acetas y funciones de Windows XP. Requisitos previos: Ninguno.

Basic Internet Searching

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Explore the Internet and become a savvy searcher. All ages.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Chinese Storytime

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join the Children's Librarian for an entertaining and educational hour of traditional Chinese stories.

Writer's Workshop

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 05:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Bring in personal writing of any kind and publish it on our blog! If you do not have anything written yet, come in for ideas and practice! Ages: 17 and under.

Wii Guitar Hero Tournament

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 05:30 PM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Come test your Wii Guitar Hero abilities with other players. Teens.

Citizenship Class

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Classes held in English only. Join us for a free month long class that is designed to guide you through the naturalization process, prepare you for your interview, and increase your chance of becoming a U.S. citizen! Open enrollment will be held the first Monday of every month. Classes begin the first Monday of every month and meet every Monday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for that month.

Conceptos Básicos Sobre Computadoras 2

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Esta continuación de conceptos básicos sobre la computadora explica las facetas de diferentes computadoras y el papel de memoria. También describe diferentes tipos de programas de productividad, comunicaciones, educación y entretenimiento. Además explica las acetas y funciones de Windows XP. Requisitos previos: Ninguno

To Your Credit

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Workshop presented by The Women's Resource of Greater Houston about understanding what is on your credit report, and how you can repair your credit. Ages: Adults

Origami Houston

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Join the Freed Montrose Library and Origami Houston for fun with Origami. Please bring paper for your projects. The second Monday of each month. All ages

Monday Night Movie

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us for a fun and exciting movie every Monday night! Kids Room, 4th floor. Funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library.

Sidewalk Astronomy

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join us to view cool stuff when gazing into the Houston night sky (even with the bright lights of Downtown). Learn about stars, planets, constellations, and sky lore without having to drive to the country. Telescopes for viewing will be available. See you there. All ages. Location: Central Outdoor Plaza.

Otaku Society Anime Club

Date: Monday December 14th, 2009
Time: 07:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens watch, review and discuss Anime... maybe some Manga too. Ages: Teens 13-18 only. Teen Room-4th floor. First and last Monday of the Month.

Carranza Puppets

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library
Description: Special holiday puppet show for children! All ages.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Melcher Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, and activities for toddlers. Ages: Toddlers.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Meyer Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

StoryTime

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Flores Neighborhood Library
Description: Storytime is geared to children ages 1 month to 6 years-old. An interactive and literacy promotion style story is read to the children by Children’s librarian. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Toddler Time

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Provide parents with books and activities to increase their ability to help their children learn. The program includes storytime, games and activities for young children, which emphasize the development of motor skills and prepares them for reading. Ages: 18 months to 4 years.

Playgroup for Babies and Toddlers

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Henington-Alief Regional Library
Description: Bring your littlest ones for Playgroups! A multi-sensory program building infant and toddler literacy using board books, fingerplays, and games. Located in the Henington-Alief meeting room. Sponsored by the Houston Chronicle Book & Author Dinner.

Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts. Ages: 2-5.

Playgroups

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, crafts, and early literacy for Mother and child to socialize in an educational environment. Ages: Up to 5 years.

Gingerbread People

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Hillendahl Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us to decorate your own Gingerbread person! Limit 20.

Preschool Storytime

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Jungman Neighborhood Library
Description: Stories, songs, activities for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Storytime for Children

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM
Library: Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
Description: Finger play, puppets, stories and crafts for fun and learning. Ages: Preschool and Toddlers.

Crochet Class

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Moody Neighborhood Library
Description: Do you love to Crochet? Would you like to learn? Please join us! All ages.

Paper-Crafting with Amie

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Join Amie for some fun and exciting paper-crafting activities. November 17- Winter Holiday Themed Cards. December 15- Flower Themed Cards. All are welcome. Supplies will be provided but arrive early as supplies are limited. Location: 1st Floor: Sitting Gallery Area (Central Library). (Part of the B.Y.O.L. Series)

ESOL Classes/ Clases de ESOL

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 01:00 PM
Library: Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library
Description: Conversational English instruction at an intermediate level. These free classes are taught as a series. Enrollment is closed for the Fall, 2009 semester. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Ages: 18 years to adult./ Ingles-como-segundo-idioma (ESOl, ESL). Nivel intermedio. Este curso gratuito forma parte de una serie. Inscripciones para el semestre del otono del 2009 ha terminado. Los martes, miercoles y jueves. Edades: 18 anos- adultos.

Computer Basics 2

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 01:15 PM
Library: Carnegie Neighborhood Library
Description: This continuation of computer basics explains the features of different computers and the role of memory. It describes different types of productivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs. It also explains the features and functions of Windows XP. Prerequisites: None

Teen Room Homework Help

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 02:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Teens 13-18 are welcome to bring their homework to the fourth floor for homework help with our Teen Librarians. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We're Gettin' the Band Back Together.....

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Guitar Hero, or Rock Band... step up! One microphone, guitar, bass and drums, do you have what it takes to be on a successful band? Tuesdays- Teen Room 4th Floor - Ages. 13-18 only.

After School Zone!!!

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Smith Neighborhood Library
Description: After school bring friends and play on our Nintendo Wii's, Play Station 3 and laptops every Monday-Thursday. We have a variety of books and board games to play while you wait your turn. There will be crafts and programs on certain days so stop by and check it out. Ages: 9-18. Bilingual.

Make It, Take It!

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 03:00 PM
Library: Central Library
Description: Stop by for a quick craft to get the weekend started! KIDS-4th floor.

Homework Help

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 03:30 PM
Library: Frank Library
Description: Get help with your homework. Ages: Teens and Children

Storytime and Craft Hour

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 04:00 PM
Library: Walter Neighborhood Library
Description: Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories and craft activities. Tuesdays. All ages.

Holiday Party

Date: Tuesday December 15th, 2009
Time: 06:00 PM
Library: Collier Regional Library
Description: Join us and enjoy our Holiday Party with refreshments & giveaways.
Ages: All Ages