Westheimer Lakes February 2018

• JOB-SEARCH SURVIVAL WORKSHOP - Monday & Tuesday, February
12 th and 13 th , 5:30-8:30 PM, Multipurpose Room. This workshop
is designed to help all job-hunters, from those applicants applying
for a position at a fast-food restaurant to executives looking for a
position in a large company. The tips that are presented can help any
applicant plan a more efficient job hunt and make a more favorable
impression. Learn how to write a better resumé, research prospective
employers, interview for a job, improve non-verbal skills, make a great
first impression, network and much more. Reservations not required.
Late arrivals welcome. Different topics each night. Refreshments are
provided courtesy of the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library.
• ANCIENT EMPIRES-GREECE - Saturday, February 17 th , 1-3 PM,
Multi-purpose Room. In this second of three programs on Ancient
Empires, former architecture professor Sheba Akhtar will talk about
the roles that topography, mythology and science have played in the
history and development of Greece. She will talk about the country’s
city-states, philosophy, drama, art and architecture of the classical
period, as well as Alexander the Great, the conquest of Asia Minor,
Persia and Egypt during the Hellenistic period. She will also touch
upon Mycenae, the Trojan War and Homer.
• COLLEGE FAIR - Thursday, February 22 nd , 6-7:30 PM, Meeting Room.
Representatives from colleges and universities will be on hand to share
information about their programs with current high school students
and parents or guardians. Learn about educational opportunities
available at the colleges, as well as admission requirements, financial
aid, student housing and more. For a list of colleges that will be here,
check with the library.
• GREYHOUND PETS OF AMERICA - Saturday, February 24 th , 10-11 AM,
Meeting Room. Jessica Ford from Greyhound Pets of America/Houston
will discuss the history of greyhounds. She will also talk about their
care, their suitability as pets and the adoption process. Learn more
about this breed of dog, their needs, energy levels and personalities.
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES: All computer classes will take place in
the Computer Lab. Reservations are required.
MS Word Survival Basics: Tuesday, February 6 th , 10 AM
MS Word: Intermediate: Tuesday, February 13 th , 10 AM
MS Excel Survival Basics: Thursday, February 15 th , 10 AM
MS Excel: Charts: Thursday, February 22 nd , 10 AM
Introduction to Facebook: Monday, February 26 th , 12 Noon
MS PowerPoint Survival Basics: Wednesday, February 28 th , 10 AM
Open Computers Lab Q&A: Friday, February 16 th , 12 Noon, Learning
Lab. (reservations not required)
EVENTS
• LITERARY LUNCH LEAGUE BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, February 7 th ,
12 Noon, Conference Classroom. The book to be discussed is News of
the World, written by Paulette Jiles. Those attending are invited to
bring a lunch, if desired.
• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS - Thursday, February 15 th , beginning
at 7 PM, in Conference Room. The book to be discussed is At the Water’s
Edge, written by Sara Gruen.
• BRIDGE NIGHT @ CINCO RANCH - Tuesdays, February 6 th and 20 th , 6-8
PM, Multi-purpose Room. Bridge players of all ages and skill levels - from
beginners to advanced - are invited to practice their strategies and share
tips while playing against others in a relaxed, stress-free environment. On
the 1 st and 3 rd Tuesdays of every month, the library will provide a fun,
relaxed setting where Bridge players can gather to sharpen their skills
and share their love of this popular card game with others.
• ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES - Fridays, February 9 th and 23 rd ,
1-2 PM; Multipurpose Room. Fort Bend County Libraries presents a
program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to
practice their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation
Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people
to gather in a relaxed setting and discuss topics of their own choosing
while practicing their English skills.
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS teens grades 9-12
• YA: VALENTINE CARDS - Wednesday, February 7 th , 4-5 PM, Conference
Classroom. Teens in grades 9-12 will create custom Valentine’s
Day cards for friends and family.
24 February 2018 | Community Newsletter