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Celebrate African AmericanHeritage Month

The Houston Public Library celebrates African American Heritage Month during the month of February with several events to be held at its neighborhood libraries. These events are in honor of all those African Americans who throughout history helped form this country. The community is invited to join the Library’s celebration with educational programs and entertaining activities for the entire family. All events and programs are free and open to the public.

African American Heritage Month was originated by Harvard-trained historian Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950), who founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915 and Negro History Week in 1926 to promote research and awareness of contributions by people of African descent. The Association for the Study of Negro Life and History later became the Association for the Study of African American Life and History.

Customers can research the many contributions made by African Americans to Houston and Texas by visiting the Library’s Special Collections, which include: the Houston Metropolitan Research Center (HMRC) in the historic Julia Ideson Building (currently closed for renovations), The African American Library at the Gregory School, and the Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research. These facilities provide researchers a variety of materials such as family histories, manuscripts, archival records, maps, films, tapes, photographs, architectural drawings, and much more.

For more information on African American Heritage Month @ Your Library visit www.houstonlibrary.org/aahm. For more information about the Library’s Special Collections, call 832-393-1313 or visit: www.houstonlibrary.org/special-collections.

Welcome to “The Link”

The staff and I are thrilled to present the first edition of the link a new bi-monthly publication of the Houston Public Library (HPL) that is designed to provide you with useful, vibrant and interesting information about your Library.

In addition to keeping you informed about current happenings at HPL, the link will spotlight HPL staff members and members of the rapidly growing HPL

community of users, partners and supporters. Each edition of the link will feature a primary theme. In the January/February edition, we celebrate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and African American History Month. The Resources Section provides links to a variety of available resources, digital images and programs that will allow you to learn more about Dr. King and the contributions of African Americans to our history. Our primary goal at the Houston Public Library is to provide extraordinary customer service. Through the link, we will push forward that goal by providing you with a wide array of information that can make a positive difference in the lives of Houstonians of all ages, life stages and backgrounds.

the link is just one of several ways to learn about what is happening at HPL. Please take time to visit our website (www.houstonlibrary.org) for more information about services and programs, and join the growing HPL user community that follows us on Facebook and Twitter. We hope that you will enjoy the link as much as we will enjoy bringing it to you. Please let us know what you think and what you would like to see.

All the Best,

Dr. Rhea Brown Lawson, Director

Houston Public Libraryjanuary - february | 2010

the linkhouston public library news and events

Martin Luther King, Jr.

KIDSpage 3

StorytimeWhat’s the Big Idea?

TEENSpage 2

Teen PicksSTOMP Essay Contest

ADULTSpage 6

Book ClubsAn Evening With...

TEENSLinking YOU to the World of Fun and Education

Teen PicksBOOK and MOVIE SUMMARIESThe Maze Runner by James Dashner: Sixteen-year-old Thomas wakes up with no memory in the middle of a maze and realizes he must work with the community in which he finds him-self if he is to escape.

Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl: In a small South Carolina town, where it seems little has changed since the Civil War, sixteen-year-old Ethan is powerfully drawn to Lena, a new classmate with whom he shares a psychic connec-tion and whose family hides a dark secret that may be revealed on her sixteenth birthday.

Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld: In an alternate 1914 Europe, fifteen-year-old Austrian Prince Alek, on the run from the Clanker Powers who are attempting to take over the globe using mechanical machinery, forms an uneasy alliance with Deryn who, disguised as a boy to join the British Air Service, is learning to fly genetically-engineered beasts.

WWE 2009 Breaking Point: Once Unforgiven is now Breaking Point, and brings together some of the biggest stars of Raw, ECW, and SmackDown. Matches include John Cena, Chris Jericho, Big Show, Shawn Michaels, Rey Mysterio, and more.

These materials are available for your reading and viewing pleasure at Houston Public Library. Visit your local library, or go online to reserve your copy.

Gaming @ HPLHouston Public Library is revving up the new year with games and gaming. Join us at your favorite neighborhood library for game sessions using Nintendo Wii, Playstation 2 or 3 or Xbox. Games are available for teens, kids, and adults. For the most current list of game tournaments and gaming classes, visit:http://catalog.houstonlibrary.org/programs - keyword search - “Gaming.”

by James Dashner by Kami Garcia & Margaret Stohl

by Scott Westerfeld WWE Production

Teens only...win tickets to and meet the cast of STOMP! The Houston Public Library and Society for the Performing Arts have teamed up to give teens in grades 6-8 and 9-12 a chance to see the opening night of STOMP on Friday, February 12, and meet the cast, by writing about their love of reading.

How to enter: Submit a written essay on the topic of “Why reading is important.” The essay must be received by January 25, 2010 at 5 PM and be no more than 500 words, double-spaced, and in 12 point font. All teens are invited to participate and help STOMP OUT ILLITERACY!

Stomp Out Illiteracy

ESSAY DeadlineDeadline: Monday, January 25 | 5 PMSubmit to: Deborah.moore@cityofhouston.net

For more information, visit: www.houstonlibrary.org/teens

STOMP Performance @ HPL12 Noon | Friday, February 12Central Library Plaza | 500 McKinney

This event is free and open to all ages. Encourage young adults’ understanding of the art of cinema and foster that art

DATESMarch 1, 2010Last day to submit work (by 5:30 pm).

March 27, 2010Reel Teen Film Festival.

GENERAL CATEGORIESDocumentary , Feature/narrativeMockumentary. Music Video , Animation Broadcast, PSA , Commercial, Movie Trailer

LENGTH OF FILMFeature/Narrative, Mockumentary, and Documentaries: 4 minutes or less.Music Videos, Broadcasts, Movie Trailers,

Animation (short): 2 minutes or less.

PSA/Commercials: 30 second or 60 seconds exact.

GENRESComedy, Drama, Horror, Action

AGE GUIDELINESAge Requirement: 13-18.

FORMATDVD

APPLICATION FORMSTo enter, you must fill out an application form which is available at any HPL location or online at: www.houstonlibrary.org/teens

ENTRIES CAN BE MAILED TO:HOuSTON PuBLIC LIBRARY CENTRAL LIBRARYAttn: Reel Teen Fest | 4th floor-Teen500 McKinney | Houston, TX 77002

If you have any question or comments email hpl.reelteenfest@cityofhouston.net or visit : www.houstonlibrary.org/teens

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What’s the Big Idea?

KIDS

Learn science and math concepts through stories and fun activities with “What’s the Big Idea?”

What’s the Big Idea? is a program created to help librarians incorporate math and science into their programs for young children, using critical concepts including: numbers and operations, patterns and relationships, change over time, and geometry and spatial sense. The program was developed by the Vermont Center for the Book with funding by the National Science Foundation.

As part of the program, librarians in Houston (as well as Vermont, Delaware and New York) received training to incorporate science and math into library programs. The result has been hundreds of programs in local libraries that use books, manipulatives, and other resources to teach children the “Big Ideas” critical to basic math and science skills acquisition. http://catalog.houstonlibrary.org/programs - keyword search -“What’s the Big Idea.”

Linking YOU to the World of Fun and Education

Homework Help to the RescueConnect to an online tutor and get your homework done with Live Homework Help!, an online tutoring service powered by Tutor.com. This free service connects students from Kindergarten through adult learners to expert tutors in math, science, social studies and English. To connect go to: www.houstonlibrary.com/askatutor.

Once Upon a StorytimeStorytimes and activities are available at many of the HPL locations, specific to your needs and to your children’s ages. Below is a list of different types of storytime services:

Babytime: • An interactive storytime featuring books, songs, and finger plays with playtime afterward. Ages: Infants to 12 months who are not yet walking.Family Storytime: • Stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for Moms, Dads, caregivers and children of all ages. Toddler Time: • 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.Para Los Niños : • 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: 6 months to 4 yrs.For a detail list of storytimes and to register for these fun and educational services, please go to http://catalog.houstonlibrary.org/programs - keyword search - “storytime.”

Borrow your favorite storytime book for up to six weeks FREE with your library card. Visit www.houstonlibrary.org and sign-up!

Featured Storytime:Smith Neighborhood LibraryJoin Librarian Norola Morgan at Smith Neighborhood Library for the following Storytimes:

Ananse, the Original Spiderman!Wednesday, January 20 | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Big Idea Storytime!Wednesday, January 27 | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

African Animal Storytime!Wednesday, February 3 | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Valentine’s Day Storytime!Wednesday, February 10 | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

African American History Storytime!Wednesday, February 17 | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

For other storytimes at your neighborhood library, visit : www.houstonlibrary.org/storytime

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Houston Public Library Collection and Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American clergyman, activist, and prominent leader in the civil rights movement. His main legacy was to secure progress on civil rights in the united States, and he has become

a human rights icon. In 1964, King became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his work to end racial segregation and racial discrimination through civil disobedience and other non-violent means. In 1986, the united States created an official national holiday honoring his contributions to the nation.*

The Houston Public Library (HPL) invites the community to learn more about the life and achievements of Dr. King through the books, audiobooks, databases, and movies available. Our collection on Dr. King includes materials for all ages. (See attached list for suggested book titles.)

One book that has become a favorite and has won some of the most prestigious literary awards is Martin’s Big Words. It is a children’s book illustrated by Brain Collier and written by Doreen Rappaport that takes us on a journey through Dr. King’s life from childhood experiences to his untimely death.

Join HPL in commemorating the life of Dr. King and learn about how his actions are impacting people even today.

Did you KNOW?

You can find these books and hundreds of others on Martin Luther King Jr. at your favorite

Houston Public Library location. Visit our online catalog and

search for these titles.:www.houstonlibrary.org

Martin Luther King LegacyLinking YOU to the World of Fun and Education

RESOURCES

By Doreen Rappaport Illustrations by Brian Collier

By Michael Eric Dyson

By Stewart Burns

Selected byCoretta Scott King

These images are part of the photo archives at Houston Metropolitan Research Center, scheduled to reopen end of January 2010.

The Houston Public Library will be closed on Sunday, January 17 and Monday, January 18 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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Visit The African American Library at the Gregory School

Houston Public Library’s Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research will be providing a series of workshops and services that can help you begin your process of finding your family history.

Online at HPL: Highlight on African American Databases for Genealogy Research Thursday - February 11 | 2 PM - 3 PMSaturday - February 27 | 10 AM - 11 AMClayton Library Carriage House Meeting RoomMany databases the Houston Public Library subscribes to can help in the pursuit of African American family history research. An overview of these resources, many accessible from your home computer, will be presented.

Uncovering Slave Ancestors: A Case Study Thursday - February 25 | 2 PM - 3 PMClayton Library Carriage House Meeting RoomLong ago ancestors left record trails of evidential information wherever they went. Follow the collection of documentation about the umstead family of North Carolina and learn how to interpret recorded information in family research and uncover slave ancestors.

For a complete list of workshops at the Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research, visit http://catalog.houstonlibrary.org/programs - keyword search “Genealogy”

The Houston Public Library invites the community to visit the newly-opened African American Library at the Gregory School. The newest of three special collections operated by the Houston Public Library, Gregory School is the first library of its kind in Houston and one of the few African American libraries in the country. This library will serve as a resource to preserve, promote, and celebrate the rich history and culture of African Americans in Houston, the surrounding region, and the African Diaspora.

Located in historic Freedman’s Town at 1300 Victor St., Houston TX 77019, the library is housed in the Edgar M. Gregory School, which served as the first public school for African Americans in Houston. Through collaborations with community members and organizations, this library will document and preserve the traditions, culture and history of the African American experience in the greater Houston area. Some materials will also be digitized for online access, making the archival materials housed at this facility available to everyone online and in person.

Hours of operation for The African American Library at the Gregory School are: Monday 10 am-7 pm, Tuesday 9 am-6 pm, Wednesday 10 am-7 pm, Thursday 9 am-6 pm, Friday by appointment only, Saturday 9 am-6 pm, and closed on Sunday.

Family Day at the Gregory SchoolAvailable every Saturday at 3 PM at The African American Library at the Gregory School, music, spoken word and/or workshops for families to enjoy. For a detailed list of performances and workshops, please visit www.houstonlibrary.org/gregoryschool or the gregoryschool Web site: www.thegregoryschool.org.

Finding Your RootsClayton Library Center for Genealogical Research

Books On or About Genealogy of African AmericansA Genealogist’s Guide to Discovering Your African American Ancestors: How to find and record your unique heritage by Franklin Carter Smith and Emily Anne Croom.

A Student’s Guide to African American Genealogy by Anne E. Johnson and Adam Merton Cooper

Black Roots: A Beginner’s Guide to Tracing the African American Family Tree by Tony Burroughs

Family Pride: The Complete Guide to Tracing African-American Genealogy by Donna Beasley

Finding Your People: An African-American Guide to Discovering Your Roots by Sandra Lee Jamison

Finding a Place Called Home: A Guide to African American Genealogy and Historical Identity by Dee Woodtor

AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTHBROCHUREFor a complete list of all African American Heritage Month Events for February, please pick up a brochure at any HPL location or visit: www.houstonlibrary.org/aahm.

Houston Public Library

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ADULTSLinking YOU to the World of Fun and Education

The Houston Public Library invites you, your friends and neighbors to an ongoing author series where you will meet well-known authors from several genres. Relationships, mysteries and faith are just a few of the topics. Authors will read from one (or several) of their books, answer audience questions, and talk about what inspires their writing.

LOCATION: Central Library | 500 McKinney

An Evening with Gwendolyn ZepedaThursday, February 4 | 6PM – 8PMIf she can find the time, Sandy Saavedra

will stop to breathe. New management has turned work upside down and her father’s upcoming marriage - something he forgot to mention to Sandy - means there’s no peace at home, either. But it’s okay. No matter what’s thrown her

way, Sandy can deal, because Sandy has a secret and his name is Tío Jaime. Join us for a visit from award-winning, critically-acclaimed local author Gwendolyn Zepeda, who will discuss and sign copies of her latest novel, Lone Star Legend. 4th Floor Program Place.

An Evening with Erin ChaseMonday, February 15 | 6PM – 8PMDo you wish you were a savvy supermarket

shopper who knows how to cut your weekly food budget, banish fast food from the dinner table and serve your family meals that are delicious and good for them? Well, Erin Chase, “The $5 Dinner Mom”, is here to help. Join us for a visit with

Erin Chase, and find out how you can pull off a meal for under $5. Chase will discuss and sign copies of her book, The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. 4th Floor Program Place.

An Evening with Meg TillyThursday, February 25 | 6PM – 8PMAfter Hazen Wood kidnaps 12 year-old

Gemma Sullivan, the two embark upon a cross-country journey that tests the limits of Gemma’s endurance. Only Gemma’s childlike resilience and fertile imagination protect her from the worst of the

abuse she suffers. Join us for a visit from Golden Globe winner and novelist Meg Tilly, who will discuss and sign copies of her latest, Gemma. 4th Floor Program Place.

Adult Book Club @ Vinson Neighborhood LibraryMonday, January 25 | 6 PM Running with Scissors by Augusten BurroughsMonday, February 22 | 6 PM The Enchantress of Florence by Salman Rushdie

All that Drama Urban Fiction Book Club @ Henington-Alief Regional LibraryThursday, January 28 | 6 PM Midnight by Sister SouljahThursday, February 25 | 6 PM Life Is Short But Wide by J. California Cooper

Around the World Book Club @ Hillendahl Neighborhood LibraryThursday, February 11 | 6:15 PM Bliss by O.Z. Livaneli (Country: Turkey)

Black Excellence Book Club @ McKrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood LibrarySaturday, January 16 | 4 PM The Conversation: How Black Men and Women Can Build Lov-ing, Trusting Relationships by Hill Harper (Discussion Part 3) Saturday, February 20 | 4 PM The Conversation: How Black Men and Women Can Build Lov-ing, Trusting Relationships by Hill Harper (Discussion Part 4)

Book ‘em! Mystery Book Club @ Henington-Alief Regional LibraryThursday, February 4 | 6 PM The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris

Classic Literature Book Club @ Central LibraryTuesday, February 9 12 Noon Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott & Rebecca and Rowena by William Thackeray

Collier Book Club @ Collier Regional LibraryThursday, January 21 | 1 PM The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Schaffer and Annie Barrows Thursday, February 18 | 1 PM The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan

Great Books Society @ Freed-Montrose Neighborhood LibraryThursday, February 4 | 6 PM The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli

Romance in the Stacks Romance Book Club @ Henington-Alief Regional LibraryFebruary 18 | 6 PM Strange Bedpersons by Jennifer Crusie

Smith Book Club @ Smith Neighborhood LibraryThursday, February 11 | 4:30 The Fall by Albert Camus

Stella Link Book Club @ McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood LibraryMonday, January 25 | 6:30 PM The Lost Symbol by Dan BrownMonday, February 25 | 6:30 PM The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

Third Tuesday Book Discussion @ Jungman Neighborhood LibraryTuesday, January 19 | 3 PM Then We Came to the End by Joshua FerrisTuesday, February 16 | 3 PM The Brooklyn Follies by Paul Auster

Book ClubsDo you enjoy discussing books with like-minded individuals? Join us for alternating book clubs at your neighborhood Library. Below are just a few of the books you can read and discuss during the months of January and February.

For more information on book clubs at your neighborhood library, visit www.houstonlibrary.org/book-clubs.

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HPL Mobile ExpressMeet the new Houston Public Library mobile computer-training lab. This “lab on wheels” is a first for HPL and a new concept in the delivery of library services, bringing access to technology and programs to high-need neighborhoods. Services provided include literacy programs, workforce development training, computer training, and access to technology.

HPL Mobile Express is equipped with 13 desktop computers, seven laptops, and a large-screen television for instruction and literacy programs. The lab expands the library’s services outside of the physical buildings, providing access to much-needed workshops and resources to areas with low to moderate income.

“Houston Public Library is providing access to leading-edge technology-driven programs and services to meet the needs of our customers,” said Roosevelt Weeks, deputy director at the Houston Public Library. “HPL Mobile Express is the library without walls. With it we can go to areas where we don’t have neighborhood libraries and where library services are needed.” HPL Mobile Express has joined the HPL Express libraries system that is designed to provide library services to Houstonians who may not have access to neighborhood libraries and to expand the library’s technology. For inquiries about HPL Mobile Express and its schedule, please email hpl.mobile@cityofhouston.net.

Live Reference Help Online 24/7InfoLive! is a chat reference service with real-time online assistance by Houston Public Library staff as well as librarians nationwide. You can communicate live with a librarian from home,

school, or work. We can provide brief answers to factual questions or suggest sources to answer your query through chat and e-mail services. Our reference librarians use a wide range of resources including the Internet and online databases to deliver answers efficiently and effectively. We can also offer assistance with search strategies. At the conclusion of your chat session, you will receive a transcript by e-mail for your future use. www.houstonlibrary.org/askalibrarian

TECH ITLinking YOU to the World of Fun and Education

Geek This!Online Benefits with the PowerCardTemporary RegistrationNeed access to online resources but don’t have a library card? New Customers can register for a temporary library card online. Receive temporary access to Houston Public Library online resources, including the ability to access library databases, place holds on materials, and add your own customer reviews to titles in the catalog.

Search the Catalog and Place HoldsShop for your library materials online! From the comfort and convenience of your home or office, you can browse the catalog, place your holds, and get email notification for pick-up. Then you can pick up and check out your items at the library location you choose. Check-out period is two weeks and can be renewed up to two additional times for a total of six weeks.

Review Your Favorite BooksDo you have a favorite book or movie that you just can’t stop talking about? Share your opinions with other customers by writing a review through the Houston Public Library Catalog’s Encore Search.

Check and update your account informationNeed to change your address, see when that book or movie is due or pay a fine? Go to your account online! You can renew your books, see which of your holds is ready for pick-up, review the classes and programs for which you’ve registered, and even tell us when your mailing address has changed. All with a few quick keystrokes. For more PowerCard benefits visit: www.houstonlibrary.org/powercard.

Learn Social Media Basics at HPLLet our experts show you how you can connect with friends and advertise your business using Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and

other social networking web sites. Most of our social media classes can be found at our Central Library location, 500 McKinney | 77002. After you become social media savvy, follow us:

FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/houstonlibraryTWITTER: http://twitter.com/houstonlibrary

Computer Workshops Free computer classes are offered

for adults and teens throughout the

Library. Classes are taught in English and Spanish. Classes offered

include: Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Windows Basics, Introduction

to Microsoft Word, Introduction to Power Point and Introduction to Excel.

Visit your favorite HPL location for a complete list of classes or online:

www.houstonlibrary.org/services

NEXTREADS

Are you looking for a few good books to read?

Sign up for our e-newsletters and get great book suggestions by email. We’ll deliver reading lists right to your inbox along with new gems, bestsellers, and related titles.

To get started, visit:www.houstonlibrary.org/nextreads

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BRACEWELL 9002 Kingspoint Dr., 77089 | 832-393-2580M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

CARNEGIE1050 Quitman, 77009 | 832-393-1720M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

CENTRAL LIBRARY500 McKinney, 77002 | 832-393-1313M 9-9 | T 9-9 | W 9-9 | Th 9-9 | F 9-6 | Sa 9-6 | Su 1-5

CLEAR LAKE CITY–COUNTY FREEMAN MEMORIAL16616 Diana Lane, 77062 | 281-488-1906

COLLIER REGIONAL 6200 Pinemont, 77092 | 832-393-1740M 9-9 | T 9-9 | W 9-9 | Th 9-9 | F 9-6 | Sa 9-6 | Su 1-5

DIxON 8002 Hirsch, 77016 | 832-393-1760M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-6 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

FIFTH WARD 4014 Market, 77020 | 832-393-1770 M 2-6 | Tu 2-6 | W 2-6 | Th 2-6 | Fr 2-6

FLORES 110 North Milby, 77003 | 832-393-1780M 10-8 | Tu 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-6 | Fr 12-6 | Sa 10-6

FRANK 10103 Fondren, Brays Oaks Towers Building, 77096832-393-2410 M 10-8 | Tu 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | Fr 10-6 | Sa 10-6

FREED-MONTROSE 4100 Montrose, 77006 | 832-393-1800M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

HEIGHTS 1302 Heights Blvd, 77008 | 832-393-1810M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

HENINGTON-ALIEF REGIONAL 7979 South Kirkwood, 77072 | 832-393-1820 M 9-9 | T 9-9 | W 9-9 | Th 9-9 | F 9-6 | Sa 9-6 | Su 1-5

HILLENDAHL 2436 Gessner Rd, 77080 | 832-393-1940M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

JOHNSON 3517 Reed Rd., 77051 | 832-393-2550M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

JUNGMAN5830 Westheimer, 77057 | 832-393-1860M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6 | Su 1-5

KENDALL 14330 Memorial Drive, 77079 | 832-393-1880M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

LAKEWOOD 8815 Feland Street, 77028 | 832-393-2530M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-6 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

LOOSCAN 2510 Willowick, 77027 | 832-393-1900M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

MANCUSO 6767 Bellfort, 77087 | 832-393-1920M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-6 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

MCCRANE-KASHMERE GARDENS 5411 Pardee St., 77026 | 832-393-2450M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

MCGOVERN–STELLA LINK7405 Stella Link, 77025 | 832-393-2630 M 10-8 | Tu 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | Fr 12-6 | Sa 10-6 | Su 1-5

MELCHER CLOSED FOR ADA RENOVATIONS7200 Keller, 77012 | 832-393-2480

MEYER 5005 West Bellfort, 77035 | 832-393-1840M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

MOODY 9525 Irvington, 77076 | 832-393-1950M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

OAK FOREST CLOSED FOR RENOVATION1349 West 43rd Street| 832-393-1960

PARENT RESOURCE LIBRARYTHE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON 1500 Binz, 77004 | 713-535-7264 T 9:45-5 | W 9:45-5 | Th 9:45-8 | F 9:45-5 | Sa 9:45-5 | Su 12-5Family Free Night—Th 5-8

PARK PLACE REGIONAL 8145 Park Place Blvd., 77017 | 832-393-1970 M 9-9 | T 9-9 | W 9-9 | Th 9-9 | F 9-6 | Sa 9-6 | Su 1-5PLEASANTVILLE 1520 Gellhorn, 77029 | 832-393-2330M 10-8 | Tu 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-6 | Fr 12-6 | Sa 10-6

RING CLOSED FOR RENOVATION8835 Long Point, 77055 | 832-393-2000

ROBINSON-WESTCHASE 3223 Wilcrest, 77042 | 832-393-2011M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

SCENIC WOODS REGIONAL 10677 Homestead, 77016 | 832-393-2030 M 9-9 | T 9-9 | W 9-9 | Th 9-9 | F 9-6 | Sa 9-6 | Su 1-5

SMITH 3624 Scott St., 77004 | 832-393-2050M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

STANAKER 611 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia, 77011 | 832-393-2080M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

STIMLEY-BLUE RIDGE 7007 West Fuqua, 77489 | 832-393-2370M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-6 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

TUTTLE 702 Kress, 77020 | 832-393-2100M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

VINSON 3100 West Fuqua, 77045 | 832-393-2120M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

WALTER 7660 Clarewood, 77036 | 832-393-2500M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

YOUNG 5260 Griggs Road, Palm Center 77021| 832-393-2140M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

HPL ExPRESS LOCATIONSHPL ExPRESS SOUTHWEST6400 High Star, 77074 | 832-393-2660M 9-5 | T 10-8 | W 11-6 | Th 10-8 | F 9-6 | Sa 9-5

HPL ExPRESS DISCOVERY GREEN 1500 McKinney, #R2 77010 | 832-393-1375M 11-6 | T 11-6 | W 11-6 | Th 11-6 | F 11-6 | Sa 10-5 | Su 1-5

FRANK 10103 Fondren, Brays Oaks Towers Building, 77096 832-393-2410 M 10-8 | Tu 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | Fr 10-6 | Sa 10-6

NEW VINSON (+ HPL ExPRESS) 3810 West Fuqua, 77045 M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 12-8 | F 12-6 | Sa 10-6

SPECIAL COLLECTIONSTHE AFRICAN AMERICAN LIBRARY AT THE GREGORY SCHOOL1300 Victor Street, 77019 | 832-393-1440M 10-7 | T 9-6 | W 10-7 | Th 9-6 | Sa 9-6

JULIA IDESON BUILDINGHOUSTON METROPOLITAN RESEARCH CENTERTExAS ROOM & ARCHIVESCLOSED FOR RENOVATION500 McKinney, 77002 | 832-393-1313

CLAYTON LIBRARY CENTER FOR GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH5300 Caroline, 77004 | 832-393-2600M 9-5 | T 9-9 | W 9-9 | Th 9-9 | F 9-5 | Sa 9-5

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VOLUNTEER SERVICES832-393-1481

If you have a special physical or communication need that may impact your participation in any of these activities, please contact the branch staff prior to the program to discuss accommodations. We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification of need.

BECOME A FRIENDThe Friends of the Houston Public Library, founded in 1953, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to fostering wider recognition, use, and support of the Houston Public Library. With support from the Friends, Houston Public Library is better able

to meet the vital needs of the community.

The Friends provides support and resources for Library programs such as the Summer Reading Program for children, after school programs, and cultural programming and activities for the entire community.

To become a Friend of the Houston Public Library, or to learn more, please visit www.friendsofhpl.org.

DONATEThe Houston Public Library Foundation advocates for libraries and supports the Houston Public Library by funding programming, materials, staff training and other enhancements. The Foundation is adding the first-ever community meeting room to the

iconic, circle-shaped Ring Neighborhood Library. Its annual fundraising event, Party in the Stacks, is May 15, 2010 in the Clayton Guest House.

To contribute or for more information, please visit www.houstonlibrary.org/hplfoundation or call 832-393-1450.

VOLUNTEERHouston Public Library’s Central Library is home to the award-winning author series, “An Evening With…”, and several other exciting, innovative programs that bring national and local authors from

several genres to the Houston Public Library.

2009 included appearances by Cokie Roberts, Charlaine Harris, James Rollins, and Byron Pitts. Authors already scheduled for 2010 include Gwendolyn Zepeda, Erin Chase and Meg Tilly.

We are looking for volunteers to help us with these programs. To learn more, please visit www.houstonlibrary.org/author-events.

For more information about volunteering with HPL, please visit www.houstonlibrary.org/volunteer-opportunities.

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