CONROE, TX - Exciting things are happening at Central Library in Conroe. Come in and take advantage of the fun!

Children’s Programming:

Public Storytime

Children ages 3-6 years

Every Wednesday beginning September 8, 2010

Time: 10:30 am

Toddler Time

Children ages birth-3 years

Every Thursday beginning September 9, 2010

Time: 10:30 am

Bilingual Storytime

Cuentos Bilingues

Mexican Fiesta performed by Ballet Folklorio

Dia del Grito realizado por Ballet Folklorio

September 13, 2010

13 de Septiembre, 2010

6:00 PM

Special Events

Dr. Seuss Storytime

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

10:30 AM

Central Library Children’s Department presents a special Dr. Seuss public storytime for preschool children. This program is offered in conjunction with a HoustonPBS partnership to support THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT!™, a show premiering on PBS Kids September 6. THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT!™ offers children a whimsical introduction to science, and sneak previews with more information can be found at their website http://pbskids.org/catinthehat/. Dr. Seuss inspired storytimes will be offered at two other county libraries. For more information, visit the library website at www.countylibrary.org.

Library 101-Library Skills Classes for Kids

Beginning in September, Central Library in Conroe is proud to announce a series of “Library 101” classes aimed at engaging school-age children in a better use of our library’s resources. Come discover the hidden gems right at your fingertips here at MCMLS! The first class on Library Basics will be offered on Tuesday, September 7 at 4:00 pm. The complete lineup of classes is listed below:

Library Basics – Tuesday, September 7, 4:00 pm (Meeting Room)

Dewey Decimal System – Tuesday, October 5, 4:00 pm (Computer Lab)

Online Catalog – Tuesday, November 2, 4:00 pm (Computer Lab)

Reference Sources – Tuesday, December 7, 4:00 pm (Computer Lab)

Online Resources – January 11, 4:00 pm (Computer Lab)

Registration is now open for these classes on the Library’s Events Calendar at www.countylibrary.org. Or call or visit the children’s reference desk at 936-539-7814, ext. 241.

Contact Laura Harper at lharper@countylibrary.org for more information about our children’s programs.

Adult Programming:

Computer Classes in September (Wednesdays and Thursdays)

Sept 1 - Excel Formulas and Functions – 9:30-11:30 am

Sept 2 - Computer Basics 1 - 9:30-11:30 am

Sept 8 - Computer Basics 2 - 9:30-11:30 am

Sept 9 - Computer Basics 3 - 9:30-11:30 am

Sept 15 - Publisher 1 - 9:30 – 11:30 am

Sept 16 - Open Lab – 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Sept 22 - Publisher 2 - 9:30 – 11:30 am

Sept 23 - Email Basics - 9:30 – 11:30 am

Sept 29 - Word 2007 Basics Part 1 - 9:30 – 11:30 am

Sept 30 - Word 2007 Basics Part 2 - 9:30 – 11:30 am

Contact Greg Tramel at gtramel@countylibrary.org for more information on our free computer classes.

Clases de Computación para Hispanohablantes en Septiembre

(September Computer Classes in Spanish)

4 de Septiembre – ESPAÑOL - Internet Practica - 9:00 – 10:00 am

23 de Septiembre – ESPAÑOL - Microsoft Word 2 - 5:30 – 7:30 pm

25 de Septiembre – ESPAÑOL - Microsoft Word 2 Practica- 9:00 – 10:00 am

Contacte a Melissa Baker mbaker@countylibrary.org para más información.

Library HOLIDAY CLOSINGS:

September 6, 2010 – Labor Day