Cimarron March 2017

• BOOK DISCUSSION CLUBS - The Library hosts book clubs that meet
monthly. The Evening Book Club normally meets on the second Monday of
the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Thursday
of the month at 1 PM.
• JUST DESSERTS MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - Meetings held the third
Wednesday of the month at 2 PM. You are encouraged to bring your favorite
dessert to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their just desserts.
• COMPUTER CLASSES - The library offers a variety of computer classes each
month. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard. Seating for this
is extremely limited. Registration is required. To see this month’s classes go
to the library’s website www.hcpl.net, click on “Events Calendar” and select
“Maud Marks.”
CHILDREN
•WEDNESDAY WONDERS - Let imaginations soar as you explore the world
around you with crafts and activities on Wednesdays at 4:45 PM, for ages
6-11. These programs normally last about one hour. All necessary materials
are provided. This is a ticketed program. Tickets are available 15 minutes
before the program begins.
• INFANT STORYTIME - This program will meet each Tuesday morning at
10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children, ages 0
to 12 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 20 minutes,
featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays.
• STORYTIME - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each Wednesday
at 10:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This is ideal for
children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are welcome.
• PRESCHOOL EXPLORERS - Is your preschooler ready to explore the world?
Children ages 2 ½ to 5 are invited to come on Wednesdays at 11:15 AM as we
learn about the world. There will be plenty of stations for science and sensory
exploration.
• TOTALLY TODDLER STORYTIME - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are
invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held
on Thursdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. Tickets are required for Toddler
Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day of the event.
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KATY BRANCH LIBRARY
5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509
Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1 PM - 8 PM,
Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday CLOSED.
Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by in person and we’ll help you sign up!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
• HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First Wednesday
of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking adults get
together to discuss a chosen book. Les invitamos a que todos los meses se
reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. Lláme para más información.
• SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every month, 6 PM. The
Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions in Spanish.
• SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA - Every Friday,
4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish.
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of computer
classes in English - please call for more information.
• MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a group
going through Mango Languages, an online computer program.
• GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2 nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join other
gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your leftover seeds
and exchange them for new seeds to try.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
• GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join us for
an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com and
other genealogists to help each other with our searches.
• KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & Nice Club
is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework techniques, teach
someone else or just hang out with other crafters. Come & join the club!
CHILDREN
Mondays, 10:15 AM - Baby Bounce
Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time
Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime
PECKHAM PARK
PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES
These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents.
5597 Gardenia, 281-391-4482 - web www.pct3.hctx.net
Priority given to Harris County residents & those who live within the
city limits of Katy
AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES - Community Lay Responder: Cost is
$27, check or money order only & no refunds. This class is on Friday,
March 3, 2017, 1 PM-5 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child
CPR and Standard First Aid. Registration began 2/6/17.
MARY JO PECKHAM PARK FISHING LAKE: The lake is a stocked. Rules
are posted out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If you have
questions, please call the Parks Office at 281-531-1592.
ONGOING CLASSES LAND
PILATES - Mondays and Fridays - 10:30 AM-11:30 AM.
YOGA – Yoga postures exercise every part of the body, stretching and
toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the skeletal system. It also
reduces physical and mental tension, leaving you feeling calm and
refreshed. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM & Mondays &
Wednesdays, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM.
ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call Tuesday
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting
at 10 AM) & Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL residents, call Thursday
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Thursday starting
at 10 AM) and Saturdays - 8:15-9:15 AM (HC & KCL residents, call Friday
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Friday starting at
10 AM).
MEDITATION - An ancient Chinese art of mind-body relaxation and
healing. Its benefits include increased energy, enhanced concentration,
stress reduction. Saturdays, 9 AM - 10:30 AM.
FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your
own on the fitness equiPMent. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full
size towel and wear atheletic shoes. Various times available daily. The
machines are closed during class times.
ONGOING CLASSES POOL
DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular
workout. A flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 AM.
WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on
the joints. Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM. Monday & Wednesday
5:45 PM-6:45 PM.
ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion,
muscle strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays,
Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 AM - 12 PM.
RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap swimming
at this time. Friday, 5 PM-6:30 PM - Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM.
SPLASH TIME - This time is by reservation only and for families or
individuals to come play in the SHALLOW END of the pool. Children
must be 5 years and under and must be accompanied by an adult or
parent. Reservations may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County
residents & those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties
may call the day of the Splash time. Monday-Thursdays - 2 PM-3 PM.
LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily.
LAP SWIM FOR AGES 8-11 Fridays, 4-4:45 PM, Saturdays and
Sundays, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM( in 30 minute increments). Call to reserve
a lane. Reservations may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County
residents & those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties
may call the day of.
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS - Ages 6 months - Adults. Call
or come in to get schedule for lessons.
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