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SPRING 2020
Parks & Recreation Guide
Beyond the Oaks
NATURE WITH KRISTINE
Connect with nature through arts
and crafts, games, and scavenger hunts!
See page 10
DEPARTMENT STAFF
Kenny Walsh Patrick Murphy
Recreation Superintendent Recreation Specialist, Athletics
281-554-1185 281-554-1186
kenny.walsh@leaguecitytx.gov patrick.murphy@leaguecitytx.gov
Ashley Jackson Lydia Rodriguez
Recreation Supervisor-Aquatics Recreation Specialist, Senior Program
281-554-1195 281-554-1183
ashley.jackson@leaguecitytx.gov lydia.rodriguez@leaguecitytx.gov
Tara Dahl-Campbell Katrina Hersh
Recreation Supervisor, Athletics Recreation Specialist,
281-554-1191 Youth and Teen Recreation Programming
tara.dahl-campbell@leaguecitytx.gov 281-554-1184
katrina.hersh@leaguecitytx.gov
Pearl Barrett
Administrative Assistant Michelle Monzon
281-554-1188 Recreation Specialist, Cheerleading
pearl.barrett@leaguecitytx.gov 281-554-1180
michelle.monzon@leaguecitytx.gov
Kelsey Hall
Office Support Specialist, Reservations
281-554-1180
kelsey.hall@leaguecitytx.gov
REGISTRATION FAQs
How do I find the registration page? How can I search through activities?
Go to www.leaguecity.com/parks and click You can search activities by the type of activity,
on the Online Program Registration icon. the activity age, the activity name, or you can
scroll through the entire list of programs.
How do I register for a program?
New enrollees will need to set up an account Is there in-person registration?
in person at the Hometown Heroes Park Yes, in-person registration will start at
recreation office. A valid ID and League City designated dates listed in brochure at the
water bill will be required for League City Recreation Office. (Phone and mail-in
residents and valid ID required for registrations are not accepted. A $25 service
non-residents. charge will be assessed for all returned checks).
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Refund Policy Cancellation Policy
Request for refunds must be made in person If an activity is canceled by League City
prior to the first class, practice or activity. Recreation Department due to inclement
A 10% processing fee of the program cost weather, the department will try to reschedule
will be charged for all refunds. However, the activity. Additionally, any scheduled
100% refunds are given for medical reasons activity, class or program may be canceled if it
(medical documention is required). is unable to generate minimum interest.
Refunds are processed through the City Americans With Disabilities Act
of League City’s Finance Department and The Parks Recreation Department will make
refunds should be received approximately reasonable accommodations for people with
7 to 10 business days after the request has disabilities who are interested in the programs
been made. Refunds will not be given once a offered in this brochure. Contact the Parks
program has started. Recreation Department at least 48 hours in
advance if an accommodation needs to be
Waitlist Policy made.
Participants may be placed on a waitlist if
a program has met its maximum capacity. The City of League City does not discriminate
Payment is not required to be placed on on the basis of religion, race, color, national
waitlist. origin, gender, age, or handicap in admission
to, treatment in or employment in its program
If spots become available, participants will be activities.
notified by phone or email. Participants should
respond as soon as possible if notified of an Information in this publication is subject to
opening in a program. The next available change. Classes, activities or programs falling
person on the waitlist will be notified if on city holidays may be rescheduled.
confirmation is not recieved within 24 hours.
Register online at www.leaguecitytx.gov/
Photo Policy parks.
Photos taken during a City of League City
program, event, or activity may be used in
future department or City of League City
promotional material.
Hometown Heroes Park
1001 E. League City Pkwy.
League City, TX 77573
281-554-1180
Facilities Hours
Monday to Thursday.....7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday...........................7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday.........................8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday............................Noon to 6 p.m.
Mission Statement
Provide a diverse menu of quality recreation programs that address citizen needs,
encourage community health and wellness, and promote a lifelong recreational lifestyle. 2
MEMBERSHIP Hometown Heroes Park membership includes full use of open gym and aerobic classes. Memberships are valid for one year from purchase date. League City offers a 25 percent discount on annual memberships to active military and veterans and their immediate family members. Annual membership prices Residents Non-residents Seniors (ages 55+) FREE $25 Adult (ages 18-54) $95 $145 Youth (ages 10-17) $65 $97.50 Child (ages 3 to 9) $45 $67.50 Hometown Heroes Park daily pass (open gym) Adult (ages 10+) $5 $8 Child (ages 3-9) $3 $5 Fitness classes Daily drop-in $8 $12 5 class punch card $35 $55 10 class punch card $60 $90 15 class punch card $75 $115 Ballroom Dance and Adaptive Recreation memberships are valid for specific programming. Adaptive Recreation Programming Annual membership $25 $37.50 Daily drop-in $1 $2 Ballroom Dance Annual membership $25 $37.50 Daily drop-in $3 $5 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RECREATION 9-13
YOUTH CAMPS Fencing
Spring Break Camp Tennis
Schools Out Day Camp Karate
MiddleMan Skateboard Camp Youth Pickleball
Homeschool PE Self-Defense Class for Women
Mini Chefs Adaptive Recreation
Nature with Kristine Swim Lessons
H2K CLASSES Water Aerobics
Pre/Teen Yoga Adaptive Water Aerobics
Lil’ Hip Hoppers American Red Cross
Kids Cardio Circuit Training Lifeguard Certification
Kids Night at the Rec Lifeguard Recertification
ATHLETICS 14
Soccer
T-ball/Rookie ball
Indoor Volleyball
SPECIAL EVENTS 15-16
Fishing Extravaganza Community Garage Sale
Daddy Daughter Dance Hewitt’s Heroes
League City Egg Scramble Astronomy in the Park
Mother Son Date Night 1K/5K Wellness Walk/Run
SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT 17
SUMMER PREVIEW 17
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1. Lynn Gripon Park 5. City Pool
100 Alderwood 450 West Walker St.
This park consists of two softball fields, one Private parties are available at the Municipal
soccer/football field, basketball pavilion, Pool during designated times.
volleyball courts, numerous picnic areas, and
playgrounds along the nature/fitness trail. Park 6. League Park
may be reserved for company picnics, family 512 2nd St.
gatherings, tournaments, and team practices. With a turn of the century theme, League
Park features a band stand (gazebo), two
2. Rustic Oaks Park basketball courts, picnic areas, benches,
5101 Orange Blossom Ct. a Boundless Playground®, and restrooms.
This park features a small pavilion, volleyball
court, tennis courts, practice field, fishing 7. Helen’s Garden
pond, trails, playground equipment, and bird 701 E. Main St.
viewing areas. This garden features seasonal flowers and
picnic benches.
3. Newport Park
2398 N. Colonial Ct. 8. Heritage Park
This park features a playground, picnic areas, 1220 Coryell St.
and basketball courts. Park features playground, hike and bike trail,
canoe/kayak launch, and fishing pond.
4. Chester L. Davis Sportsplex
1251 Highway 96 9. Dr. Ned & Fay Dudney Clear Creek
This sports complex features a football field, Nature Center
volleyball courts, soccer fields, baseball 1220 Egret Bay Blvd.
fields, softball fields, and three pavilions for This recently opened park offers numerous
organized events. opportunities for those who love to experience
nature. Walk along the nature trails and spend
some quiet time at the bird viewing areas. You
5 will experience wildlife in its own natural setting.
10. League City Boat Ramp 13. Ghirardi Family Watersmart Park
1500 N. Egret Bay Blvd. 1810 Louisiana Ave.
This park features a boat ramp and large A 3.75-acre passive park dedicated to
parking lot under the FM 270 bridge on Clear teaching citizens ways to conserve water use
Creek. at home. Park features include a green roof
pavilion, walking trails, and a playground.
11. Bayridge Park Special conservation and educational features
2913 Mariner Dr. include rain gardens, outdoor classrooms,
This park features a softball field, basketball cisterns, and watersmart landscapes. The park
courts, picnic areas, and a playground. is home to the over 100-year-old Compton
Oak tree.
12. Hometown Heroes Park
1001 E. League City Pkwy. 14. Big League Dreams Skate Park
Facility consists of a pool, three soccer fields, 1150 Big League Dreams Pkwy.
two basketball gyms, and a multi-use room; This skate park, located outside the Big
along the park grounds are walking trails and League Dreams facility, has every amenity a
playground area. Gymnasiums and multi-use skateboarder needs, including stairs, ledges,
room can be reserved for private parties, rails, and hips.
business functions and sporting events.
KEEP YOUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL
•Report graffiti and vandalism. We need •Watch out for those delicate shrubs and
your help to keep your parks safe and flowers
beautiful. Call 281-332-2566 for non- •Avoid playing on wet turf
emergency reporting. •Playing on wet, pliable fields may ruin grass
•Pick up after Spot and Rover. No one likes •Glass containers are prohibited in the park,
those unexpected surprises stuck to the they can break easily and pose a danger
bottom of a clean shoe. to other park patrons.
•Please keep pets on a leash •Please place used charcoal in
•Put litter in its place designated areas. Hot coals may damage
•Respect foliage garbage cans and grass.
•Recycle bottles and cans
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LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
(Not affiliated with the League City Parks and Recreation Department)
FOOTBALL LACROSSE
LC 49ers Gulf Coast Girls Lacrosse
DiNona McCray Daphne Peoples
832-646-4046 713-503-3546
dinona04@gmail.com daphnepeoples@me.com
Bay Area Panthers JAZZERCISE
Christina Dunn Joyce Snyder
832-455-8642 (281) 480-1550
christian.dunn@lcpanthers.com
SWIM
BASEBALL LC Barracudas
LC Little League Michelle Kapfer
Philicia Stem 832-563-5463
281-794-4697 thekapfers@gmail.com
prstem14@comcast.net
SS Sails
LC Pony Colt Kevin Duke
Brad Harris 281-455-2938
281-794-0107 kevinduke@southshorefitness.com
bharris066@comcast.net
Space City Aquatic Team
VOLLEYBALL Patricia Edwards
Gulf Coast Volleyball Association 409-789-1293
Michael Miksich Patricia.r.edwards@gmail.com
play.vb.mike@juno.com
Philipp Davydotchkin
SOFTBALL 706-271-5000
LC Girls Softball CoachPhilipp@swimscat.com
Monica Cossin
409-457-4548 ASTRONOMY
leaguecitysoftball@gmail.com Johnson Space Center Astronomy Association
David Haviland
SOCCER starhopper457@gmail.com
Space City Futbol Club
Darren King Daniel Roy
832-385-2371 danroy@stpp.com
dking023@comcast.net
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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
What is the Recreation Scholarship Program?
Recreation promotes physical, mental, and social well-being for our youth! The City of League
City Recreation Scholarship Program is designed to help children in families with limited financial
resources participate in recreation programs and activities offered through the Parks and
Recreation Department.
Who qualifies?
To qualify for a scholarship discount, residency and income requirements must be met. Participants
must reside in League City and live in a household that fits within the guidelines listed.
To sponsor a child in any of our youth recreation programs/activities or details regarding the
application process, please contact Kenny Walsh at kenny.walsh@leaguecitytx.gov.
ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
1. Outfield Banner (6 feet by 4 feet) 2. Beyond the Oaks seasonal brochure
$500 per year plus sign production fee •Full page ad to $1,000
•Chester L. Davis Sportsplex consists of 7 •Half page ad to $600
soccer fields, 4 softball fields, 6 volleyball •Quarter page ad to $350
courts, and a football field (street visibility)
•Lynn Gripon Park at Countryside consists The Beyond the Oaks brochure is printed in
of 1 soccer and 2 softball fields full color three times a year: Fall/Winter,
(street visibility) Spring, and Summer. The brochure can also
•Hometown Heroes Park consists of 4 be viewed at www.leaguecitytx.gov/parks
soccer fields (street visibility) and an and www.ccisd.net (E-flyers).
outdoor pool
3. Teamsideline Website: www.teamsideline.
Estimates indicate more than 100,000 com/leaguecity
visitors frequent League City Parks Recreation •Link on website to $125 per month
facilities. •PDF flyer on website to $250 per month
Game schedules for League City programs
are posted on www.teamsideline.com/
leaguecity.
Coaches, parents, and players consistently
rely on this useful website.
The City of League City ranks 38th among
‘Texas’ 50 Safest Cities in 2019’ by
SafeWise. League City has also made other
lists: ‘Best Cities for Young Families’ and
‘Fastest Growing City’. Advertising in
League City makes sense! 8
RECREATION YOUTH CAMPS Homeschool PE
It’s important for parents to have quality Ages: Kids in grades K-12
care for their children when school is Dates
not in session. We offer a safe and fun •March 16 to April 10
environment for your school-aged children. •April 13 to May 6
Times: Mondays and Wednesdays
Spring Break Camp 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Dates: March 9 to 13
Ages: 6 to 12 Residents
Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fee: $50 | Registration begins: Jan. 8
Non-residents
Residents Fee: $75 | Registration begins: Jan. 22
Fee: $125 | Registration begins: Jan. 8
Non-residents Sport Focus
Fee: $187.50 | Registration begins: Jan. 22 March: Flag football
April: Ultimate frisbee
Schools Out Day Camp
Date: Feb. 17 Mini Chefs
Ages: 6 to 12 Residents
Time: 7 to 6 p.m. Fee: $25 | Registration begins: Jan. 8
Non-residents
Residents registration: Open Fee: $37.50 | Registration begins: Jan. 22
Fee: $25 per day
Non-residents registration: Open Dates: Mondays from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Fee: $37.50 per day or 7 to 8:30 p.m.
•March 23 to April 13
MiddleMan Skateboard Camp •April 20 to May 11
Dates: March 9 to 13
Ages: 7 to 15 Thursdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. •March 19 to April 9
Location: Big League Dreams Skate Park, •April 16 to May 7
1150 Big League Dreams Pkwy.
BEYOND THE OAKS
Extra: Ages 8 to 15
Residents
Fee: $50 | Registration begins: Jan. 8
Non-residents
Fee: $75 | Registration begins: Jan. 22
9Nature with Kristine Spring Flowers
RECREATION
Free event on Saturdays March 14, 9 to 11 a.m.
Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center
Nature Journaling Celebrate the beginning of spring by
Jan. 11, 9 to 11 a.m. creating your own flower art! All materials
Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center provided.
Create your own nature journal, then walk
the trails and use it to keep track of the Signs of Spring
treasures you find! All materials provided. March 14, 3 to 5 p.m.
Lynn Gripon Park at Countryside
Snowy Owls Explore the trails looking for signs of
Jan.11, 2 to 4 p.m. spring. Can you find them all?
Heritage Park
Join us at the park to learn cool facts Alphabet Trail
about snowy owls, and then make your April 11, 9 to 11 a.m.
very own pinecone snowy owl to take Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center
home with you. All materials provided. Use your imagination in this fun scavenger
hunt to find things along the trail for each
letter of the alphabet.
Nature Scavenger Hunt
April 11, 3 to 5 p.m.
Heritage Park
Can you find everything on the scavenger
hunt while walking the trails in the park?
Minibeast Spotting
I Spy Nature May 9, 9 to 11 a.m.
Feb. 8, 9 to 11 a.m. Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center
Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center Bugs and insects are fascinating
Can you solve the riddles to spy special minibeasts! How many of these special
things in nature along the trail? creatures can you spot in the park?
Delightful Dragonflies
BEYOND THE OAKS
Feb. 8, 2 to 4 p.m.
Ghirardi Watersmart Park
Learn about these delightful insects, then
design your own beautiful dragonfly to
display at home. All materials provided.
Nature Sounds
May 9, 3 to 5 p.m.
Ghirardi Watersmart Park
Listen closely for special sounds of nature
as you explore the park. How many will
you hear? 10RECREATION Kids Cardio Circuit Training
Ages: 7 to 12
Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $60
Session 1: March 2 to April 13
(no class March 9)
Session 2: April 20 to June 1
(no class May 25)
H2K CLASSES
Residents registration: Jan. 8 Our Kids Cardio Circuit Training class is
Non-residents registration: Jan. 22 a fun and interactive class that includes a
combination of strength training, cardio
Pre/Teen Yoga circuit training, and an obstacle course.
We will have several stations set up with
Ages: 11 to 16 different activities for students to rotate
Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. through in a short period of time. We
March 24 to April 28 will end each class with meditation and
Fee: $60 healthy goals.
This class is a fun and energetic class,
Kids Night at the Rec
tailored to that specific age group. Stu-
dents will be brought through a wide Dates: March 20, April 17, and May 15
range of yoga postures in a fun, creative Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
way while learning about the importance Ages: 5 to 12
of breathing and the principles of yoga.
Each class will incorporate relaxation and Residents
meditation with our very own H2K Bu-dog Fee: $15 | Registration begins: Jan 8
as well as setting healthy goals. Non-residents
Fee: $22.50 | Registration begins: Jan. 22
Lil’ Hip Hoppers
Parents, are you looking for a safe place
Ages: 5 to 9 to bring your kids on Friday night while
Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
BEYOND THE OAKS
you go out? Bring them to our Kids Night
Fee: $60 at the Rec to play games, watch a movie,
and hang out with their friends. Kids are
Session 1: March 28 to May 2 welcome to join us once a month on
Session 2: May 9 to June 13 Friday nights from 6 to 10 p.m. Pizza and
sodas are included in the cost.
Lil’ Hip Hoppers is a fun, upbeat, high
energy Hip Hop dance class for young
dancers. Students will be introduced to
basic choreography and acrobatic move-
ments to promote coordination and agility.
Class will also incorporate dance games,
stretching, and relaxation. Each class will
end with meditation and healthy goals
with our very own H2K Bu-Dog.
11Fencing Karate
RECREATION
Intro: 7 to 8 p.m. (ages 7 to12) Sessions: April 1 to June 3
Intermediate: 8 to 9 p.m. (ages 12+) on Wednesdays
Fee: $65 Class fee: $60 for a 10-week session
Uniform fee: $30, paid directly to
Adaptive Fencing instructor (cash only)
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
Ages: 12 and above Ages 5 to 12: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $65 Ages 12 to 70: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Dates: Thursday evenings Adaptive Karate
•March 5 to April 2, no class on March 12 Time: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
•April 9 to May 30 Ages: 12 and above
•May 7 to May 28 Fee: $60
Registration begins Registration begins
Residents: Jan. 8 Residents: Jan. 8
Non-residents: Jan. 22 Non-residents: Jan. 22
Epee Tournament
April 5
Fee: $30
Age groups: 8 to 10, 10 to 12, 12 to 14
Registration begins: Jan. 8
Tennis
Fees Youth Pickleball
Monday or Saturday only: $79
Dates: April 7 to May 12
Monday and Saturday: $129
Class time: Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m.
10U Class times
•Mondays from 5 to 6 p.m.
Class fee
•Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
Residents: $25
BEYOND THE OAKS
Non-residents: $37.50
16U Class times
•Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m.
Residents registration: Jan. 8
•Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.
Non-residents registration: Jan. 22
Dates
•March 2 to April 4 Self-Defense Class for Women
(no class on March 9 or 12) April 25 from 9 to 11 a.m.
•April 6 to May 2 Ages: 13 and above
•May 4 to 30
Residents
Registration begins Fee: $15 | Registration begins: Jan. 8
Residents: Jan. 9 Non-residents
Non-residents: Jan. 23 Fee: $22.50 | Registration begins: Jan. 22
12RECREATION Adaptive Recreation American Red Cross
See page 4 for membership Lifeguard Certification
•Sports: Mondays from noon to 12:45 p.m. Time varies based on session
•Fitness: Tuesdays from noon to 1p.m. See leaguecity.com/poolinformation
•Pickleball: First and third Friday of every for more details.
month, 7 to 3 p.m. Ages: 15 and above
•Bocce Ball and Gardening: anytime
Session 1: March 27 to 29
Swim Lessons Session 2: April 24 to 26
Classes are 30 minutes long Session 3: May 1 to 3
Sessions: Mondays and Wednesdays
•March 30 to April 22 Residents
•April 27 to May 20 Fee: $150 | Registration begins: Jan. 2
Times: 5:30 p.m., 6:10 p.m., 6:50 p.m. Non-residents
Fee: $225 | Registration begins: Jan. 16
Ages: 5 to 12
Location: Hometown Heroes Park Pool Notes for both: Participants must attend
Class maximum: 12 per time slot 100% of the classes, pass pre-swim, and
written tests in order to receive completion
Residents certificate. Most classes will be held at
Fee: $50 | Registration begins: Feb. 5 Hometown Heroes pool, 1001 East League
Non-residents City Parkway. Students will be provided with
Fee: $75 | Registration begins: Feb. 19 a specific schedule on first day of class.
Class minimum: Three
Water Aerobics
Membership, Daily Fitness, or Fitness
Punch card required for class participation
No pre-registration required
Ages: 14 and above
Location: Hometown Heroes Park Pool
Session 1: Mondays and Wednesdays
BEYOND THE OAKS
March 30 to April 22, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Lifeguard Recertification
Session 2: Wednesdays only
4 to 9 p.m.
April 29 to May 20, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Session: April 27
Adaptive Water Aerobics Residents fee: $75
No pre-registration required Non-residents fee: $112.50
Sessions: March 30 to May 18
4:30 to 5:15 p.m. on Mondays only Please note: Participant must hold a
Ages: 12 and above current certification or be within 30 days
Location: Hometown Heroes Park Pool of expiration.
Class minimum: Three
Fees: All participants must have a
membership or pay a daily fee. See page Contact Ashley at ashley.jackson@
4 for membership and drop-in rates. leaguecitytx.gov for more details.
13ATHLETICS
SPORTS
Soccer
Registration begins
Residents: Jan. 2
Non-residents: Jan. 16
Registration fee
Residents: $75
Non-residents: $112.50
League season
March 2 to May 21 Soccer is open to boys and girls ages 3 to 15.
Parks Recreation rain-out line: 281-554-1155
League divisions
3U: Age 3 6U: Age 6 12U: Ages 11 to 12
4U: Age 4 8U: Ages 7 to 8 15U: Ages 13 to 15
5U: Age 5 10U: Ages 9 to 10
T-ball/Rookie ball Coach Pitch
Registration begins Registration fee:
Residents: Jan. 2 Residents: $75 | Non-residents: $112.50
Non-residents: Jan. 16 Open to boys and girls ages 7 to 9
Registration fee
Residents: $70
Non-residents: $105
League season
March 2 to May 21
League divisions (Boys and girls)
T-ball: Ages 3 to 4
Rookieball: Ages 5 to 6
BEYOND THE OAKS
Indoor Volleyball League divisions
Registration begins 10U: Ages 9 to 10
Residents: Jan. 2 12U: Ages 11 to 12
Non-residents: Jan. 16 14U: Ages 13 to 14
17U: Ages 15 to 17
Registration fee
Residents: $75
Non-residents: $112.50
League season
March 2 to May 21
Volleyball is open to boys and girls
ages 9 to 17. 14EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
Fishing Extravaganza Daddy Daughter Dance
Concession items will be available for sale Dancing, dining, and plenty of fun!
throughout event. Professional potraits will be available,
fees are paid directly to photographer.
Location: City Municipal Pool,
450 W. Walker St. Two event nights to choose from:
Event date: March 7 Location: Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center,
•10 to 11:50 a.m. (Ages 7 and under)* 400 W. Walker St.
•12 to 1:50 p.m. (Ages 8 and above)* Event date: Feb. 1
•2 to 3:50 p.m. (All ages)* 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
•4 to 5:50 p.m. (All ages)(No catch limit) Theme: Princess
Residents Location: Hometown Heroes Park,
Fee: $6 | Registration begins: Jan. 2 1001 E. League City Pkwy.
Non-residents Event date: Feb. 7
Fee: $10 | Registration begins: Jan. 16 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Theme: Princess
Registration cap: 50 per time slot
Bring your own pole, bait, and cooler. Residents
*Catch limit: 8 fish per registered participant Fee: $55 per couple
Fish cleaning available onsite for an (each additional daughter $27.50)
additional fee. Registration begins: Dec. 26
Non-residents
League City Egg Scramble Fee: $82.50 per couple
Join us for an (each additional daughter $41.25)
egg-citing day Registration begins: Jan. 9
of egg hunting,
and a chance to Mother Son Date Night
win cool prizes! Join us for the perfect date night for
We’ll also have mothers and sons. It’ll be a fun night of
BEYOND THE OAKS
face painting and dining and dancing!
other fun activities.
No registration Location: Hometown Heroes Park,
required. This is a free event. 1001 E. League City Pkwy.
Event date: May 8
Kids activities: Noon to 1 p.m. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Scramble begins at 1 p.m. sharp.
Residents
Location: Chester L. Davis Sportsplex, Fee: $55 per couple
1251 W. League City Pkwy. (each additional son $27.50)
Event date: April 5 Registration begins: March 4
Non-residents
Age groups: Fee: $82.50 per couple
•0 to 2 years •6 to 8 years (each additional son $41.25)
15 •3 to 5 years •9 to 12 years Registration begins: March 18Community Garage Sale Astronomy in the Park
EVENTS
Here’s your chance to clean out your Join us every month around the full moon
garage, attic, storage shed, and closet for a fun evening of amateur astronomy!
while providing the opportunity to become
acquainted with neighbors and promote Location: Rustic Oaks Park,
responsible and sustainable practices for 5101 Orange Blossom Ct.
our environment. We want to help you turn Viewing schedule: April to November
your trash into someone’s treasure. 7 to 10 p.m., first Saturday of each month
Please note: This is not a vendor event.
Location: Hometown Heroes Park,
1001 E. League City Pkwy. (outside)
Event date: March 28
8 a.m. to noon
Residents
Fee: $25 | Registration begins: Feb. 5
Non-residents
Fee: $36 | Registration begins: Feb. 19
Each booth will be a marked 10 by 10
foot space. Booths will be assigned 1K/5K Wellness Walk/Run
randomly.
Register online at www.raceentry.com/
races/walk-for-wellness/2020/register.
All proceeds benefit the League City Senior
Citizen Program. Event is co-sponsored by
the City of League City and The Friends of
League City Seniors Foundation. Contact
Lydia Rodriguez at lydia.rodriguez@
leaguecitytx.gov for sponsorship information.
Location: Walter Hall Park,
807 Highway 3 N.
BEYOND THE OAKS
Event date: April 4 at 7:30 a.m.
Fee: $25, $30 after March 16
Hewitt’s Heroes
Hewitt’s Heroes, named after long time
Volunteer Fire Fighter Arthur Hewitt,
provides individuals with special needs an
opportunity to perform community services
and learn fire and safety skills.
Location: Fire Station No. 1, 601 2nd St.
Sessions: January, February, March, April
Group meets monthly
16SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT
The City of League City Parks and Recreation Department is hiring for the following seasonal
positions:
•Lifeguards •Assistant camp directors
•Pool managers •Recreation aides
•Camp counselors
Qualifications:
• 16 years and above (18 years and above for camp counselors)
• Lifeguard certification (aquatic positions only)
• First Aid and CPR certification required
• Previous experience preferred but not required
• Must pass background and drug screen
The City of League City offers competitive rates and flexible hours.
Apply online at www.leaguecity.com/jobs
SUMMER PREVIEW
Basketball Flag Football Swim Lessons
Registration begins Registration begins Registration begins
Residents: March 18 Residents: April 1 Residents: April 1
Non-residents: April 1 Non-residents: April 15 Non-residents: April 15
Sand Volleyball
Registration begins
Residents: April 1
Non-residents: April 15
T-ball/Rookie Ball/
Cheerleading Coach Pitch Camp by the Creek
Registration begins Registration begins Registration begins
Residents: April 1 Residents: April 1 Residents: April 15
Non-residents: April 15 Non-residents: April 15 Non-residents: April 29
17SPRING 2020
Helen Hall Library
BEYOND THE oaks
SCHOLASTIC
TUTORING
Volunteer to be
a tutor at the
Helen Hall Library
See page 5HISTORY OF HELEN HALL LIBRARY
served on that Board until public access catalog
her death in 1981. The containing data on all the
League City Public Library collections in the Library. In
was renamed in memory of 1995 and again in 2002,
Mrs. Hall in 1985. the library’s main computer
was upgraded to a larger
Additions & Services and faster one, allowing
Also in that year, a bond the library to add more
issue of $2.5 million was features and services.
passed to dramatically
enlarge the existing 7,000 About the Library System
square foot building and The Helen Hall Library
Helen Hall to completely automate is the largest and busiest
Almost 50 years ago, a all library functions. The member of the Galveston
group of citizens interested addition of the two-story County Library System,
in starting a public library adult services wing and the with almost 20,000
in League City established renovation of the original patrons entering the
the League City Public building housing children’s Library every month. The
Library, which has evolved and audio-visual services Library is also a member
into the present full-service was completed in early of the Houston Area
facility in the city’s Civic 1988. The entire Library Library System. Extensive
Center complex. One now encompasses over interlibrary loan services
member of that initial 29,000 square feet. are available through these
group was Helen Hall, system memberships as
who became a charter The automation procedures are opportunities to apply
member of the Library were completed in the for special grants and to
Board in 1971 and actively spring of 1989, and the attend staff development
system features an on-line seminars.
1MEET THE STAFF
City Librarian Children’s Librarians
Jenny Brewer Ziba Cyrus
281-554-1108 281-554-1132
Assistant City Librarian, Sarah Hultman
Access Services 281-554-1115
Teresa Potter-Reyes
281-554-1106 Technical Services Librarian
Meredith Layton
Assistant City Librarian, 281-554-1127
Public Services
Darla Rance Circulation Desk Supervisor
281-554-1102 Kelsea Meza
281-554-1123
Adult Services Librarian
Joanne Turner Electronic Services Librarian
281-554-1103 Amelia Chau
281-554-1104
Teen Services Librarian
Sheldon Stevens Local History Librarian
281-554-1133 Caris Brown
281-554-1105
Children’s Services Librarian
Lisa Socha Volunteer Coordinator
281-554-1112 London Lawrence
281-554-1116
2MESSAGE FROM THE CITY LIBRARIAN
Welcome to the spring program season
at Helen Hall Library! It’s the beginning
of a new decade and of a new era
for the Library. Our Facilities Needs
Assessment and three-year Strategic
Plan were unveiled in the fall, and now is
the time for us to act on those intentions.
While we await the decision that will
make our library larger, more modern,
and more convenient, look for programs
and services to become faster, more
personalized, and more welcoming to all.
A celebration of volunteers, new Teen events such as the S’mores Camp Out and
Anti-Valentine’s Bash, new guest speakers for adults and monthly “Reading and
Rhythms” are just a few of the programs. As we begin to implement our Strategic Plan,
look for improvements in collections, technology, and responsiveness in the coming
months—and be sure to ask any Helen Hall Library staff member about our exciting
options for future library facilities.
Thank you for being a patron of the Helen Hall Library! Jenny Brewer
City Librarian
LIBRARY CLOSED DATES
Jan. 1: New Year’s Day
Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Day
April 12: Easter
May 23 to 25: Memorial Day
July 3 to 5: Independence Day
Sept. 5 to 7: Labor Day
Nov. 11: Veterans Day
Nov. 25: Close early at 2 p.m. for Thanksgiving
Nov. 26 to 29: Thanksgiving
Dec. 24 to 27: Christmas
Dec. 31: Close at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve
Jan. 1, 2021: New Year’s Day
3TABLE OF CONTENTS
VOLUNTEER SERVICES 5
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 6-7
Toddler Story Time Pajama Time Children’s Special Events
Preschool Story Time Craftivity! Reading and Rhythms
Read to the Dogs! LEGO Build
TWEEN PROGRAMS 8
Tween Anime Club Tween Writers Club
Tween Games STEAM for Tweens
TEEN PROGRAMS 9-10
Teen Writers Club S’mores Camp Out Teen Late Night:
Teen Advisory Board Anti-Valentine’s Bash Humans vs. Zombies
Teen Anime Club Super Smash Bros. Teen Book Box
Game On Ultimate™ Tournament
ADULT PROGRAMS 11-14
Thursday Talks Microsoft Office Series
Every Stitch Way Adult Computer Classes
English Conversation Practice Writers Club
League City Book Club Writers’ Works in Progress Night
Happy Hour Book Club The Brown Bag Market Update
The Great Book Club Antiques Roundtable
Medicare Explained The History Club
Local Authors Hour Book Folding Art
One-on-One Community in Focus Art Exhibits
Technology Appointments
PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE 15
Behind the Scenes Scholastic Tutoring
Inclusive Library Programming Saturday Special
All library programming is subject to change. Please refer to the Helen Hall
Library page on www.leaguecitylibrary.org for up-to-date programs and times.
4VOLUNTEER SERVICES VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Teen Volunteer Program Volunteer Service Nights
Whether you need service hours or just Not ready to commit to a weekly
want to give back to the community, you schedule? No problem! Join us for
can join our Teen Volunteer Program! Volunteer Service Nights where you
Our volunteer positions provide a job-like can work with a volunteer team to help
experience through our specialized task the Library and gain service hours.
teams: C.O.S.T. Positions are limited and Applications will be available at the Adult
selected teens are assigned a weekly Reference Desk upstairs or can be filled
schedule of service hours during their upon arrival at Service Night. Volunteer
assigned semester. Applications for teen Service Nights are the first and third
volunteers will be available at the Adult Wednesdays of every month in the Library
Reference Desk upstairs. Applications Boardroom.
will be reviewed and considered, and
approved volunteers will be notified via Please note: Individuals must turn in
email regarding mandatory training. applications before participating.
Ages: 12+ Dates: Jan. 15, Feb. 5, Feb. 19, March 4,
March 18, April 1, April 15, May 6,
Adult Volunteer Program and May 20
Calling all adults! The Library is always Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
seeking actively committed adult Ages: 12+
volunteers to help mentor and spearhead
upcoming projects. Applications
are available at the Adult Reference
Desk upstairs. Once applications are
completed, they will be reviewed and
considered, and approved volunteers will
be notified via email regarding mandatory
training.
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Ages: 18+
Scholastic Tutoring Volunteer Appreciation
Love helping others? Passionate about Celebration
your favorite subject? Want to positively Join us for a week of celebrating our
impact your community and earn volunteer volunteers past, present, and future April
hours? Volunteer to be a tutor at the Helen 19 to 25. Our kick-off celebration is April
Hall Library with our Scholastic Tutoring 18 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Program. Tutoring volunteer applications
will be reviewed and considered, and Date: April 18
approved volunteers will be notified via Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
email regarding mandatory training. For all ages
5 Ages: 18+CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Library staff reccommends arriving 15 READ to the Dogs!
minutes prior to the program start time. Do you have a child in grades 1 to 3 who
Some events may be ticketed or require needs extra reading support? R.E.A.D.®
registration. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) and
TDI® (Therapy Dogs International) are
Toddler Story Time national volunteer programs that partner
Join us on Mondays for songs, dancing, therapy-trained dogs with children who
and a story for your little ones! need to build reading skills. Enrollment and
registration are required for this program.
Dates: Jan. 6, Jan. 13, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb.
10, Feb. 17, Feb. 24, March 2, March 9, To register: Call 281-554-1113 or email
March 16, March 23, March 30, April 6, joan.peeples@leaguecitytx.gov.
April 13, April 20, and April 27
Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
and 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 0 to 2
Preschool Story Time
Come on Tuesdays to sing, dance,
and enjoy an awesome story!
Dates: Jan. 7, Jan. 14, Jan. 21, Jan. 28,
Feb. 4, Feb. 11, Feb. 18, Feb. 25, March
3, March 10, March 17, March 24,
March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21,
and April 28
Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
and 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 2 ½ to 5 Pajama Time
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Come to the Library in your jammies
and bring your favorite stuffed animal!
The first and third Thursdays of the month
are for LEGO® Build. The second and
fourth Thursdays will feature Storytime with
songs and a bedtime story.
Dates: Jan. 2, Jan. 9, Jan. 16, Jan. 23, Feb.
6, Feb. 13, Feb. 20, Feb. 27, March 5,
March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2,
April 9, April 16, and April 23
Time: 6:30 to 7 p.m.
Ages: 2 ½ to 5
6CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Craftivity Children’s Special Events
Come to the Library for a variety of craft Come experience unique performances
activities on the fourth Wednesday of the created with your child in mind.
month. Supplies are limited.
Jan. 8
Jan. 22 Julian Franklin
Name Your Snowman: A creative and Presents: A
great winter activity! hilariously engaging
educational program
Feb. 26 where children will
Bee Mine: Create a fun heart-inspired explore ways to
craft! exercise their brain
using some math concepts.
March 25
Rainbow Bright: Welcome spring with a Feb. 12
rainbow craft! Arts Alive!: Prepare
for a journey of the
April 22 imagination! Children
April Showers: Come to the Library to will go on an
create your own umbrella craft before the incredible adventure
rain comes pouring down! utilizing the magic of the expressive arts.
Time: 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. March 11
Ages: 0 to 5 Have fun with dance
and movement while
LEGO® Build our own Ms. Joan
Work by yourself or on a team to build takes you on a trip to
something fantastic out of LEGO® bricks. the Emerald Isle.
The Library will supply the LEGOs®.
LEGO® Build events are scheduled for the April 8
first Wednesday of the month. A Musical Playdate:
Make some musical
memories with Mr.
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Dates: Feb. 5,
March 4, Brandon from A
and April 1 Minor Melody.
Time: 10:15 to
11:15 a.m. Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Ages: 0 to 5 and 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 0 to 5
Reading and Rhythms
Presented by Chara Christian Dance Academy
the third Wednesday of the month.
Dates: Jan. 15, Feb. 19, March 18, and April 15
Times: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.
7 Ages: 0 to 5TWEEN PROGRAMS
TWEEN PROGRAMS
Tween programs are offered for 8 to STEAM for Tweens
11 year olds to interact with their peers Held the last Wednesday of the month.
without their parents.
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
Tween Anime Club Ages: 8 to 11
Join us the second Monday of the month
to watch and discuss some good anime Jan. 29
shows while eating snacks! Laser Maze™ Craze: Can you get the
laser beam through the maze? Use mirrors,
Please note: Anime shows selected are angles, and your brain power to conquer
rated PG and TV-PG. our mind-challenging mazes!
Dates: Jan. 13, Feb. 10, March 9, Feb. 26
and April 13 LEGO® Party: Build with LEGO®
Time: 5 to 6 p.m. materials, eat snacks, and watch
Ages: 8 to 11 The LEGO® Movie 2 (Rated PG)
Tween Games
Come and play games with your peers every
Thursday. Practice and polish your skills while
competing at original brain games. Chess
is offered the first and third Thursdays of the
month. Join us to learn how to play chess and
have a challenging time with kids your age.
The second and fourth Thursdays of the month
we’ll be playing board games. Tweens are March 25
welcome to bring their own games to share! String Painting: Create awesome abstract
art with acrylic paint! (Please note: Paint
Dates: Jan. 9, Jan. 16, Jan. 23, Feb. 6, can stain clothing).
Feb. 13, Feb. 20, Feb. 27, March 5,
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March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2, April 29
April 9, April 16, and April 23 Tween Build It: Work in teams and
Time: 5 to 6 p.m. construct 3D projects with magnetic
Ages: 8 to 11 blocks.
Tween Writers Club
Join us the first and third Wednesdays
of the month to share your stories and
sharpen your skills with writing prompts
and group discussion.
Dates: Jan. 15, Feb. 5, Feb. 19, March 4,
March 18, April 1, and April 15
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
Ages: 8 to 11 8TEEN PROGRAMS TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Writers Club Teen Anime Club
Do you have ideas for stories? Do you Come in to watch and discuss some
enjoy writing? Join us to write, share, and good anime shows while eating snacks!
support each other through the creative Teen Anime Club meets the first and third
writing process! Teen Writers Club meets Mondays of the month.
the second and fourth Tuesdays of the
month. Please note: Anime shows selected are
rated PG-13 and TV-14.
Dates: Jan. 14, Jan. 28, Feb. 11, Feb. 25,
March 10, April 14, and April 28 Dates: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Feb. 17, March 2,
Time: 5 to 6 p.m. March 16, April 6, and April 20
Ages: 12 to 18 Times: 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Ages: 12 to 18
Game On
Drop in the last Monday of the month to
play Nintendo Switch™ games, Apples to
Apples, Jenga and more!
Dates: Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 30,
and April 27
Times: 5 to 6 p.m.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Ages: 12 to 18
Become an ambassador for your Library
and gain leadership experience! Help
plan teen activities, assist with Library
events, and more. Snacks are served
and participation counts as service hours.
New members are always welcome! TAB
meets the first and third Wednesdays of
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the month.
S’mores Camp Out
Dates: Jan. 15, Feb. 5, Feb. 19, March 4, Set up camp and watch The Ring
March 18, April 1, and April 15 (Rated PG-13) while creating tasty treats
Time: 7 to 8 p.m. at our S’more Station.
Ages: 12 to 18 Date: Friday, Jan. 3
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Ages: 12 to 18
9TEEN PROGRAMS
Anti-Valentine’s Bash Teen Late Night:
Love stinks! Protest Valentine’s Day by Humans vs. Zombies
creating anti-Valentines and treat yourself Humans are invited after hours to escape
with snacks while watching Happy Death zombies in a themed game of tag!
Day (Rated PG-13).
Please note: Teens must be inside the
Please note: Teens must have transportation Library a few minutes before 6 p.m. as
arranged in advance of program. program admittance will be closed when
the Library is officially closed. Teens must
Date: Friday, Feb. 14 have transportation arranged in advance
Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m. of program.
Ages: 12 to 18
Date: Friday, April 3
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
Ages: 12 to 18
Super Smash Bros.™
Ultimate Tournament Teen Book Box
3. 2. 1. GO! Put your game face on and Do you love visiting the Library but don’t
play Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate against always have time to browse for a good
others! book? Then sign up for a Teen Book Box!
All you need is a Library card and to fill out
Please note: Space is limited. a registration form online. Then you can start
To register: https://helenhall.libcal.com/ picking up monthly boxes filled with treats
event/5925555 and a book that is selected just for you!
HELEN HALL LIBRARY
Date: Friday, March 13 Please note: Participants will be notified
Time: 3 to 5:30 p.m. via email when their Teen Book Box is
Ages: 12 to 18 ready. Participants will have one week from
the day they are notified to pick up their
Teen Book Box. Teen Book Boxes will be
located below the New Book Collection in
the Teen Room on the second floor.
Dates: January to April
Ages: 12 to 18
To register:
https://helenhall.
libwizard.com/f/
TeenBookBoxRegistration
10ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS
Thursday Talks English Conversation Practice
Join us the last Thursday of the month Adults of all levels who would like to
to hear from different professionals, practice their English conversation skills
volunteers and residents of the surrounding are welcome to join us at the Library each
communities on a variety of informative Monday night and Wednesday morning.
and interesting topics.
Times: Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Jan. 23: Dr. Robert Krout with and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
The Galveston Ukulele Society
Feb. 27: Marvin Everline with the Black
Cowboy Museum and Hall of Fame
Inductee Harold Cash
March 26: Coastal Biologist Taylor
Bennett with the Gulf Coast Bird
Observatory
League City Book Club
April 23: Hollywood Confidential with New members are always welcome.
London Lawrence Reading the book is not required for
attendance.
Time: 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.
Jan. 27
The Celestine Prophecy
by James Redfield
Feb. 17
Pride & Prejudice
by Jane Austen
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March 16
Every Stitch Way Hero of the Empire: The Boer
Those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, and War, a Daring Escape, and the
needlework are welcome to come to the Making of Winston Churchill
Library and join this group which meets by Candice Millard
every other Wednesday. Participants are
encouraged to bring a current project and April 20
share ideas, patterns, and help each other Foundation
as needed. What a great way to meet new by Isaac Asimon
friends! This group is open to all skill levels.
May 18
Dates: Jan. 8, Jan. 22, Feb. 5, Feb. 19, The Little Paris Bookshop
March 4, March 18, April 1, April 15, by Nina George
April 29, May 13, and May 27
Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
11ADULT PROGRAMS
Happy Hour Book Club The Great Book Club
Meet off-site for a variety of nonfiction The Great Book Club is run by a volunteer
and fiction titles chosen to spark great and focuses on classic authors and literary
conversation over dinner and drinks. This works that have won major prizes! Read
event is held at Craft 96 Draught House books with cultural significance and be
and Kitchen on the first Thursday of the introduced to famous works you may have
month. heard of and never read. This book club is
held on the third Tuesday of the month.
Please note: Dinner and drinks are
optional and not included. The Jan. book Please note: It is not necessary to start or
club will be held on the second Thursday. finish the book to attend.
Jan. 9 Jan. 21
Circe Fahrenheit 451
by Madeline Miller by Ray Bradbury
Feb. 6 Feb. 18
Educated: A Memoir Emma
by Tara Westover by Jane Austen
March 5 March 17
After the Flood A Portrait of the Artist as a Young
by Kassandra Montag Man by James Joyce
April 2 April 21
Rise of the Rocket Girls: The Sophie’s Choice
Women Who Propelled Us, From by William Styron
Missiles to the Moon to Mars
by Nathatlia Holt Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
May 7 Medicare Explained
The Nightingale with Shari Ferguson
by Kristin Hannah
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The decision to utilize Medicare needs
to be an informed one. Come have your
Time: 5 to 7 p.m. questions about Medicare answered
and discussed and have the available
options presented. Medicare health
and prescription drug coverage can be
reviewed annually, so this is a wonderful
opportunity to help clarify what the
different choices are.
Dates: Jan. 14, March 10, and May 12
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
12ADULT PROGRAMS Local Authors Hour Adult Computer Classes
Local Authors Hour is an opportunity for Scheduled Wednesday mornings and
authors from the area to share information held upstairs in the computer lab.
about their novels and books. Local
Authors Hour meets the second Thursday Jan. 8: Computer Basics I: Learning the
of the month. Parts of a Computer
Jan. 9 Jan. 15: Computer Basics II: Working with
KTRK Anchor Tom Abrahams Windows 10
Feb. 13 Jan. 22: Computer Basics III: File
Julianna Hughes Management
March 12 Jan. 29: Basic Mouse Skills/Basic
JoAnn Petrie Carr Keyboarding and Typing Skills
April 9 Feb. 5: Basic Internet Skills
Tim Frankovich
Feb. 12: Basic Online Safety and Privacy
Time: 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.
Feb. 19: Basic Email Skills: Getting Started
One-on-One Technology (Email Required)
Appointments
Feb. 26: Library Databases 101
Bring your computer and technology
questions and have a one-on-one session.
March 4: Google Basics 101
Skills are limited to Basic Computer, Basic
Internet, Basic Email, Basic Word, Basic
March 11: Facebook 101
Excel, and Basic PowerPoint. To schedule
an appointment, please call 281-554-1104
March 18: Tablet Basics 101
or email amelia.chau@leaguecitytx.gov.
March 25: Introduction to Word
Microsoft Office Series
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Scheduled on selected Monday evenings April 1: Intermediate Word
and held upstairs in the computer lab.
April 8: Introduction to Excel
Jan. 27: Introduction/Intermediate Word
April 15: Intermediate Excel
Feb. 17: Introduction/Intermediate Excel
April 22: Introduction to PowerPoint
March 16: Introduction/Intermediate
PowerPoint April 29: Introduction to Publisher
April 20: Resume Workshop: Creating Time: 10 a.m. to noon
a Resume
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
13Writers Club Antiques Roundtable
ADULT PROGRAMS
Come share your writing with us on the Every month a different topic will be
second and fourth Wednesdays of the discussed on antiques, collectibles and
month. Writing prompts will be available vintage items. The Antiques Roundtable
and attendees are able to share what they meets the first Monday of the month.
have written or hope to write in an open
and welcome setting. Dates: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 2, April 6,
and May 4
Dates: Jan. 8, Jan. 22, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
March 11, March 25, April 8, April 22,
May 13, and May 27 The History Club
Time: 6 to 7 p.m. The History Club hosts one speaker per
month to discuss local history, Texas
Writers’ Works in Progress Night history, or American history topics that
Participants will share long-term writing cover a wide range of interests.
projects with their peers, either for
feedback, motivation, or accountability Dates: Jan. 30, Feb. 27, and March 26
purposes. Work may be shared Time: 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
electronically through email or writers may
bring printed copies to the meetings, which Book Folding Art
are held the third Thursday of the month. Come learn how to recycle an old book
into something beautiful. We will be making
Dates: Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 19, a heart just in time for Valentine’s Day.
April 16, and May 21 All materials will be supplied.
Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 4
The Brown Bag Market Update Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Summer Rose of Edward Jones will lead
the discussion on the current market Community in Focus Art Exhibits
updates and the economy. Please join This monthly exhibit showcases local artists
her on the second and fourth Tuesday and photographers and their work. The
of the month for an informal, interactive talented artists and photographers in our
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discussion on the current financial markets. community have their creations displayed
Bring your lunch and we will supply the on display panels on the first floor and the
drinks. second floor of our Library.
Dates: Jan. 14, Jan. 28, Feb. 11, Feb. 25,
March 10, March 24, April 14, and April 28
Time: 11:30 to 12:30 p.m.
14PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE
Behind the Scenes Scholastic Tutoring
Do you ever wonder what happens in Free walk-in tutoring program.
your Library that you DON’T see? This No appointment necessary. Support in
is your chance to find out! Take a tour reading, math, history, and science! Give
of Helen Hall Library behind the scenes your child the advantage. Help them
and discover what takes place to make achieve academic excellence with our
each section work. Don’t miss out on this tutoring program. Scholastic Tutoring is
opportunity! This program is for adults and held the second Tuesday of the month.
families.
Dates: Jan. 14, Feb. 11, March 10,
Please note: Children must be April 14, and May 12
accompanied by an adult. Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 18
Dates: Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 19,
and April 16 Saturday Special
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. We will serve popcorn and watch
For all ages family-friendly movies together on the
fourth Saturday of the month. Wear
something comfy and bring your favorite
comfort item to sit with. Children must be
accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Jan. 25
Frozen (Rated PG)
Feb. 22
Ralph Breaks the Internet (Rated PG)
Inclusive Library Programming March 28
A special evening of fun for those Mary Poppins Returns (Rated PG)
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with disabilities and special needs in
collaboration with their parents, caregivers, April 25
and families here at the Library! Enjoy fun Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse (Rated PG)
activities, grab a snack, hang out with friends
or make new ones, and more. Events are Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
held on the third Friday of the month.
DID YOU KNOW?
Please note: One-on-one assistance is not
TumbleBook Library offers read-along
provided. If an attendee needs assistance,
stories, language learning, puzzles, and
please make the proper provisions.
games that help teach kids the joy of
reading in a digital format! Get started
Dates: Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 20,
with TumbleBooks today and explore
and April 17
our other digital resources at
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
www.leaguecitylibrary.org.
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