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The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That Story Times

Posted Wed, 08/25/2010 - 9:00am by Kathleen G

Cat in the HatThe Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That is a new show on PBS.  To celebrate this new show every branch of Harris County Public Library will be presenting a special story time including a short preview of the show between August 30 and September 11. 

The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That begins airing Monday through Friday on September 6 at 7:30 A.M and 1:30 P.M. and Sundays at 6:30 A.M. on HoustonPBS.

Click here for The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That website.

September is Library Card Sign Up Month!

Posted Tue, 08/31/2010 - 2:11pm by Veronica G.

Yes, that is correct. September is Library Card Sign Up Month and we hope you can help us spread the word to get new visitors to apply! Or perhaps your card is expired or needs to be updated. What better time is there than September to do just these things?! 

Not sure what you can do with a library card? Check out our top 10 reasons: 

Digital Media Catalog Presentation

Posted Tue, 08/24/2010 - 10:17am by Jennifer A

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Tomball Library is where you want to be on Saturday, August 28th from 12:00-3:00 if you want to learn more about Harris County Public Library’s Digital Media Catalog. Come learn how to browse, check out, and download ebooks, audiobooks, music and videos from the digital catalog. We will show you everything you need to know from installing the free software to transferring your selections to a portable device including a Nook, an iPod, and a Sony eReader.

Keeping a Watchful Eye

Posted Mon, 08/23/2010 - 9:03pm by Christine Turner

During hot summer days, water activities are a great way to exercise and cool off. Even though the kids are back in school, many Texans will be enjoying the beach and local pool for weeks to come. As the days roll into fall, it's easy to become more relaxed and less mindful of the dangers of water, I wanted to remind everyone about water safety.

 

In 2009, 113 children drowned, which is the highest death rate the Department of Family and Protective Services has seen since they began recording this information in 2005. Unfortunately DFPS also reports that, “At least 61 children have drowned in Texas this year and yet the deadliest period for drowning, which lasts through Labor Day, still lies ahead.” 
 

 

Share Your Opinion About Summer Programs

Posted Thu, 08/19/2010 - 9:07am by Linda Stevens

srp 2010 posterWe'd like to hear your opinions about this year's Summer Reading Programs.  This year's Children's, Teen and Adult programs just ended and we'd like to encourage you to take our Summer Reading 2010 survey to assist us as we begin planning for next year.  The survey will be open through August 27th and paper copies are available in the library branches, if you prefer that format.  Help us make next year's programs the best yet!

 

Job Fair in Katy Coming Soon

Posted Wed, 08/18/2010 - 12:42pm by Angel Hill

Good Job!If you’re looking for a job, be sure to visit Congressman Michael McCaul’s job fair on Wednesday, September 1st at the Leonard E. Merrell Center in Katy (6301 South Stadium Lane).  It runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm and includes more than 30 businesses from District 10 and across the state.  There is no cost to attend.  For more information about this event or to register your business to participate, visit Congressman McCaul’s website.

Nominate Your Favorite Librarian!

Posted Fri, 08/13/2010 - 4:23pm by Nancy Agafitei

I Love My Librarian!

The Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times "I Love My Librarian Award" encourages library users to recognize the accomplishments of exceptional public, school, college, community college, or university librarians. Has someone here at the Harris County Public Library or another library made a difference in your life? Take this opportunity to say thanks to him or her by entering their name in this contest before September 20. Click here to read the rules and get the form to submit.

Beat the Heat @ HCPL

Posted Wed, 08/04/2010 - 4:57pm by admin

With temperatures often in the three digits these days, we invite you to cool off at any of our 25 branches. All branches have air conditioning and plenty of places to sit and relax. You might also want to peruse our collection of books, DVDs, and audios. This would also be a great time to take a free computer class or bring your child to storytime. All branches have a variety of programming this summer to help keep you cool.

County health officials offer these tips to keep cool:

Hours Change at Four Library Locations

Posted Thu, 07/29/2010 - 9:16am by Linda Stevens

Four library locations will have new hours starting August 16th, 2010.  The new schedules for the Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library, Galena Park Branch Library, Parker Williams Branch Library and South Houston Branch Library are:

Stay Connected with HCPL

Posted Thu, 07/15/2010 - 12:08pm by Veronica G.

Many of you know the hype about Facebook and Twitter and there are good reasons why the social networks are so popular! If you are a Facebooker or Tweeter, consider following us. Not only will you show your support for the library, you'll also be able to keep up with library news such as

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