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Heights Neighborhood Library

1302 Heights Blvd
Houston, Texas 77008
832-393-1810
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M 12-8 | T 10-6 | W 12-8 | Th 10-6 | F 1-5 | Sa 10-5 | Su Closed
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Meeting Room Capacity 148

Actual meeting room capacity may vary depending on your specific needs. Please call 832-393-1810 for more information.
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Events


Storytime for Pre-K

Tuesday - May 1 2012 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join us for an exciting Pre-K storytime and craft.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Tuesday - May 1 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Paper Crafting with Amie Bialo

Tuesday - May 1 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Make cool cards and other paper crafts with Amie. Learn valuable paper crafting techniques that you can use at home. Please arrive early as supplies are limited.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Wednesday - May 2 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Intro to MS Excel

Thursday - May 3 2012 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Introduction to basic spreadsheet tasks such as formulas, tables and graphs.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 3 2012 | 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 3 2012 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Building Blogs

Thursday - May 3 2012 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Introduction to blogs and blogging.


Creative Crafts - Teens

Thursday - May 3 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover your creative talents as we make a take-home craft.


Computer Basics 1

Friday - May 4 2012 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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


Laughter Yoga with Lainie Diamond

Monday - May 7 2012 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Houston, we have laughter! Laugh your way to health and joy with this fun and life-changing laughter yoga (Hasyayoga) exercise group. Lainie Diamond will lead everyone in playful, value, and yogic breathing-based laughter yoga exercises. No mats or exercise clothing needed, just bring yourself.


Baby Time

Monday - May 7 2012 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
An interactive storytime featuring books, songs and fingerplays with playtime afterward. Ages: 6-18 months.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Monday - May 7 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Heights Library Readers Group

Monday - May 7 2012 | 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Book discussion preceded by a light buffet dinner.


Storytime for Pre-K

Tuesday - May 8 2012 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join us for an exciting Pre-K storytime and craft.


Intermediate MS Word

Tuesday - May 8 2012 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Move beyond the basics. Familiarity with MS Word is necessary.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Tuesday - May 8 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Henna Workshop

Tuesday - May 8 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Part of Houston Public Library's Third Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Wednesday - May 9 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Digital Audio

Thursday - May 10 2012 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This course explains the various characteristics of digital audio. It describes the concepts of recording, copying, and converting digital audio. It also explores the features of advanced speech technologies.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 10 2012 | 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 10 2012 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Technology Toolbox

Thursday - May 10 2012 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Learn about new upcoming digital technologies that will help you keep informed in today's world.


Teen Video Games

Thursday - May 10 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Teens are invited to join in and have some fun with a variety of video games. Check out your skills with your friends.


Internet Basics 2

Friday - May 11 2012 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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.


Heights Great Books Group

Saturday - May 12 2012 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Do your reading tendencies lean toward works of great literature? If so, please join this lively discussion group, presented in partnership with the Houston Great Books Council.


Laughter Yoga with Lainie Diamond

Monday - May 14 2012 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Houston, we have laughter! Laugh your way to health and joy with this fun and life-changing laughter yoga (Hasyayoga) exercise group. Lainie Diamond will lead everyone in playful, value, and yogic breathing-based laughter yoga exercises. No mats or exercise clothing needed, just bring yourself.


Baby Time

Monday - May 14 2012 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
An interactive storytime featuring books, songs and fingerplays with playtime afterward. Ages: 6-18 months.


S.M.A.S.H. Book Club for Tweens

Monday - May 14 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Smoothies and Milkshakes: After School Highbrows - a Book Club for ages 9 - 13. Discuss the book of the month while enjoying a milkshake or smoothie. Please register at the Heights Neighborhood Library prior to attending this program.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Monday - May 14 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Needlework and Conversation Society

Monday - May 14 2012 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Chat while you work on your latest needlecraft project, and learn the basics of knitting and crochet.


Storytime for Pre-K

Tuesday - May 15 2012 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join us for an exciting Pre-K storytime and craft.


Digital Technology Basics

Tuesday - May 15 2012 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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 in which we live.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Tuesday - May 15 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Wednesday - May 16 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Great Poets Monthly Birthday Party and Open Mike

Wednesday - May 16 2012 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Come hear readings of poetry by great poets born during the month, and then read your own original poetry. Free refreshments will be provided.


Digital Video

Thursday - May 17 2012 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 17 2012 | 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 17 2012 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Advanced MS Word

Thursday - May 17 2012 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Move beyond the basics. Familiarity with MS Word is necessary.


Teen Video Games

Thursday - May 17 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Teens are invited to join in and have some fun with a variety of video games. Check out your skills with your friends.


MS Common Features & Commands

Friday - May 18 2012 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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 and Teens.


Mystery on the Boulevard

Saturday - May 19 2012 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monthly discussion of a mystery selected by members at the previous meeting.


Laughter Yoga with Lainie Diamond

Monday - May 21 2012 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Houston, we have laughter! Laugh your way to health and joy with this fun and life-changing laughter yoga (Hasyayoga) exercise group. Lainie Diamond will lead everyone in playful, value, and yogic breathing-based laughter yoga exercises. No mats or exercise clothing needed, just bring yourself.


Baby Time

Monday - May 21 2012 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
An interactive storytime featuring books, songs and fingerplays with playtime afterward. Ages: 6-18 months.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Monday - May 21 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Storytime for Pre-K

Tuesday - May 22 2012 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join us for an exciting Pre-K storytime and craft.


Computer Security 1

Tuesday - May 22 2012 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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 computer. It also introduces some common best practices to protect the operating system, software, and data on the computer.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Tuesday - May 22 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Wednesday - May 23 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Digital Photography

Thursday - May 24 2012 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 24 2012 | 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 24 2012 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Computer Security 2

Thursday - May 24 2012 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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.


Teen Video Games

Thursday - May 24 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Teens are invited to join in and have some fun with a variety of video games. Check out your skills with your friends.


Computer Basics 2

Friday - May 25 2012 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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.


Needlework and Conversation Society

Saturday - May 26 2012 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Chat while you work on your latest needlecraft project, and learn the basics of knitting and crochet.


Storytime for Pre-K

Tuesday - May 29 2012 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join us for an exciting Pre-K storytime and craft.


Intermediate MS Word

Tuesday - May 29 2012 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Move beyond the basics. Familiarity with MS Word is necessary.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Tuesday - May 29 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


After School Zone - Homework Lab

Wednesday - May 30 2012 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A quiet place where teens can use the Library's computers to do homework.


Computer Help Session

Thursday - May 31 2012 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Session content is based on student questions about computer usage.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 31 2012 | 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Toddler Storytime (to 3 Years)

Thursday - May 31 2012 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.


Advanced MS Word

Thursday - May 31 2012 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Move beyond the basics. Familiarity with MS Word is necessary.