Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library Events August 2024

TOMBALL, TX -- Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library Events August 2024

Children’s Programs:
Baby Bookworms
Mondays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 9:30 AM
Join other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Baby Bookworms uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and playtime to engage babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards newborns through just walking. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Tiny Tots - Mondays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 10:30 AM
Join other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Tiny Tots uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and playtime to engage babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards walkers through 18 months. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Toddler Time - Tuesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 10:30 AM Wednesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 9:30 AM
Join other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18 months through 3 years. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior, while supplies last. Participating children must have a ticket to attend Toddler Time. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Preschool Story Time - Wednesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 10:30 AM - Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 10:30 AM
Join other preschoolers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Preschool Story Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and a take-home craft to engage preschoolers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards kids ages 3-5 years. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior, while supplies last. Participating children must have a ticket to attend Preschool Story Time. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Pokémon League - Saturdays, August 3 & 17 from 1:30-3:30 PM
Love playing the Pokémon card game and discussing all things Pokémon with fellow fans? Join the Pokémon League every first and third Saturday, sponsored by the Magnolia City Pokémon Gym. Bring your favorite deck, play the card game with other fans, and talk about all things strategy. This event is open to all ages and skill levels. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Innovation Adventures - Thursday, August 1 @ 3:00 PM
Learn the basics of block coding with LEGO robotics kits! At this program kids will build a working model, and then use block coding to give it commands and complete tasks. This program is for kids ages 8-12. Registration is required and begins one week prior on the library’s website. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

LEGO Create - Tuesday, August 6 @ 3:00 PM
Join us for LEGO Create, a program where kids free build with LEGO, or complete simple building challenges! This program is for kids ages 5-12. Registration is required and begins one week prior on the library’s website. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Reading Education Assistance Dogs - Tuesday, August 27 @ 5:00 PM
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs will be here! Pick a book and share it one on one with a furry friend from Pets with a Mission! This program is for kids ages 4-12 and their parents. Registration is required and begins one week in advance on the library’s website. For more information, call the library at 832-559-4235.

Teen Programs:
Tween and Teen D&D Club - August 3rd,(2pm-4pm) in the Community Engagement Area downstairs.
Calling all adventurers! Join our D&D Club for tweens & teens. Make friends, fight monsters, and embark on epic quests! Beginners welcome. Ages 10-17, 18 if in high school.

Teen Space Pop Up - Every Monday, 10:30-12:00pm in the Teen Space
Teens! Hang out, play games, and do something awesome at the library! We have tablets, a huge digital table, game consoles, and more for FREE use. Meet new friends, challenge yourself, and unleash your creativity!

Pizza & Games Teen End of Summer Party - August 3rd, 2pm-4pm
Join us for an afternoon packed with pizza, food, prizes, and games! Let’s celebrate the End of Summer with a bang! Ages 12-18.

Adult Programs:Soldiers Supplies Donations - All month long, 1st floor elevators
We will be collecting donations all month long to be sent to Boots for Troops, a local non-profit that mails care packages to troops deployed across the globe. Items needed for donation include dry snacks, toiletries, books, candy, ground coffee, letters of encouragement, etc. Donations can be dropped off at the library’s 1st floor elevators in the donation box. Recommended Donations can be found here: https://boots4troops.org/host-a-package-drive/

Tech Help Hour - Mondays, 10 –11 AM In the Innovation Lab, 2nd Floor
Have questions about using technology? Need personal help navigating your device or setting up Libby on your phone? Use our Tech Help Hour to find answers! Each week one of our technology enthusiasts will be available to spend time with you working on your specific tech question. Registration is recommended. Walk-ins are welcome and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis as time permits. Email alexis.hurtado@hcpl.net for help registering or more information. Register here: https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?series=64b7222ee2efd12f00250523

Please note that computer repair or diagnosis is not available.

Young at heART: Watercolor Group - Tuesdays from 10 AM - 12 PM in the Children’s Activity Room
Watercolor for “Young at heART” adults meet every Tuesday morning to enjoy watercolor painting while commiserating with fellow artists! This friendly and social group is open to all adults and to all levels of art experience, including those who have never painted with watercolor at all. Join in for a morning of beautiful art and fun conversation! For more information, call the library at 832-559-4200.

50+ Bus Trip: Thursday, August 22th from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
If you are 50+, join us for a fun-filled outing day provided in conjunction with Harris County Precinct 3. We will depart from and return to the LSC - Tomball Community Library. For more details and to signup, visit www.hcpl.net/events, or email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net.

Connections! Genealogy Study Group - Thursday, August 22th from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Join us to discuss genealogical research methods and historical context using articles published in Stirpes, the Journal of the Texas State Genealogical Society as a starting point. Registrants will be sent information about how to access the article and list of questions. For more details and to signup, visit www.hcpl.net/events, or email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net.

Sit and Stitch - Thursdays from 9 AM – 12 PM in the Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crocheting, or any other needle arts? Then you should join our Sit and Stitch Group on Thursday mornings! Bring your projects to work on and visit with this awesome group!

American Mah-Jongg - Fridays from 1 PM – 3 PM in the Community Engagement Area
Join us every Friday in the Community Engagement Area from 1PM-3PM to play American Mah-Jongg! Beginners and advanced players are welcome! Everyone is welcome to attend this program. Contact tdrysdale3732@gmail.com for more information.

Digitization Station Orientation Class - 2nd Wednesdays 10 AM – 12 PM
This orientation session will introduce participants to the basics of converting their media to digital using the equipment in the Digitization Station at the LSC - Tomball Community Library. Attendance at this orientation is required for participants to then schedule future time using the equipment. Register here: Events | Harris County Public Library | BiblioCommons Email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net for more information.

Happily Ever Crafter - 2nd Fridays from 2 PM – 3:30 PM
Calling all crafters! Show your creative side and join us every 2nd Friday of the month at 2pm as we get our crafting on! Register and view upcoming crafts here:Events | Harris County Public Library | BiblioCommons

Rootsquad - 3rd Tuesdays from 10 AM - 12 PM
Rootsquad genealogy group meets on the 3rd Tuesday from 10am-12pm. Stay up to date on current family history industry news, hear research tips, learn from genealogy webinars and expert speakers, and share ways to improve research techniques. We also tell stories, share heirlooms and in general, enjoy talking about anything genealogy related together. Email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net for more information.

Lunch and Learn Genealogy - Friday, August 9 from 12 PM – 1 PM
Participants bring their own lunch to enjoy while watching various genealogy how-to webinars presented by experts in the field. The topic will be decided by participants shortly prior to the start of the program. Email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net for more details.

Connections! Genealogy Group - Wednesday, August 28th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us to discuss genealogical research methods and historical context using articles published in Stirpes, the Journal of the Texas State Genealogical Society as a starting point. Registrants will be sent the article and a list of discussion questions prior to the meeting. For more details and to signup, visit www.hcpl.net/events, or email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net for info.

Tomball Postcard Club - 3rd Saturdays from 1 PM - 3 PM in the Children’s Activity Room
Do you love collecting postcards? Join us on the 3rd Saturday of the month to meet other local postcard enthusiasts!

AARP Digital Skills Ready@50+: Google Maps - Tuesday, August 13th from 3 PM – 4:15 PM in the Innovation Lab or online
Commuting for interviews or a new job? Use Google Maps to plan your route.

Visit sites around the world from the comfort of your home, get a bird’s-eye-view of your childhood neighborhood, or simply get directions to your friend’s house! Google Maps is a mapping application that offers satellite imagery, street maps, and street-view perspectives. It also has a route planner for your preferred transportation method, be it foot, car, bicycle or public transportation. During this lecture, you’ll get an introduction to the platform and a demonstration of how to use it.

Register here: Events | Harris County Public Library | BiblioCommons

AARP Digital Skills Ready@50+: Google Workspace - Tuesday, August 27th from 3 PM – 4:15 PM in the Innovation Lab or online
From finding a job to starting a business, learn what you can do with Google tools.

Curious about the free tools from Google? Learn about some of Google’s most popular productivity tools that are for personal use, as well as work-related ones. This lecture will introduce Docs, Sheets, Slides, Photos, and Drive. We’ll explore some practical and creative uses and demonstrate how to make the most out of Google’s many free templates.

Register here: Events | Harris County Public Library | BiblioCommons

Book Clubs:
Afternoon Book Club - 2nd Tuesdays from 2 PM - 3 PM in the Conference Room
The Afternoon Book Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Conference Room to discuss a wide array of literary fiction that makes for a great discussion. Books are subject to change depending on availability. View upcoming dates and books here: https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=afternoon%20book%20club&locations=TOM

Inspirational Book Club - 2nd Thursdays from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM in the Conference Room
This group has lively discussions about Inspirational Fiction Books. We meet in the Conference Room. Email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net for more information.

Mystery Book Club - 4th Thursdays from 1 PM - 3 PM in the Conference Room
Please join us in the Conference Room as we discuss the latest mysteries and thrillers! Email kyla.bayang@hcpl.net