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Plan Your Meals with AllRecipes.com

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 12:20pm

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Learn how to organize your recipes online, create grocery lists, discover new recipes, and more. Use AllRecipes.com to get ready for holiday feasts and year-round meal planning.

Saturday, November 9, 9am-11am, LRNC 105

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Shop Smarter with eTools

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Wed, 11/06/2013 - 9:54pm

Discover the best apps and websites to find the best deals when shopping this holiday season and beyond.

eTools: Shop Smarter
Friday, November 8, 10-11am, LRNC 105
Monday, November 11, 7-8pm, LRNC 105

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Reflections of Study Abroad Photography Contest

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 10/22/2013 - 5:29pm

Congratulations to the winners of the Study Abroad Photography Contest 2013, Great Britain and Tanzania. A display is up through the end of November, and several photographs will be on display near the reference desk for the coming months.

1st place – Elizabeth Villarreal - Tanzanian Best Soccer Player (Tanzania) - $200
2nd place – An Nguyen - Anchoring on Serenity (Tanzania) - $100
3rd place – Stephanie Hernandez - Maasai Young Lady (Tanzania) - $50

The Friends of the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Library have generously provided funding for this award.

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Spanish and French Conversation Clubs

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Wed, 10/16/2013 - 11:03am

hello imageHola. Bonjour. Join us on Mondays and Thursdays to practice your Spanish and French speaking skills.

Spanish Sessions: Mondays, 1-2pm, LRNC 215
October 7-December 9, 2013

French Sessions: Thursdays, 2-3pm, LRNC 215
September 9-December 9, 2013

A Spanish or French-speaking native will facilitate each program. No sign up is required. Basic conversational skill in Spanish or French is required.

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TED Talks

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 10/15/2013 - 4:58pm

ted logoStarted with a focus on technology, entertainment and design (TED), TED Talks (or presentations) now encompass a variety of subjects and topics by innovative, forward-thinking speakers who share their ideas with the world.

View more than 1500 talks that can spark ideas and start a dialog at work, school or home.

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Business Success Seminars

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 6:14pm

business success seminar imageDon't miss the last Business Success Seminar for fall 2013.
Wednesday, 10/16, 8:00-9:15am

Partnering with the Community for Business Success
Presented by Mark Carruba, Marketing Director of Northwest Dodge
Learn how Northwest Dodge increased awareness and sales through effectively working within the community. Strategies to build your business through community volunteerism will be discussed.

Spring seminars will be announced at a later date.

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Follow Us on Social Media

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Sun, 10/06/2013 - 8:32pm

Wherever you go, there we are. Follow LSC-CyFair Library and get weekly updates on programs and events, view recommended reading lists, and discover some of our favorite websites and images. Choose one or more of the following options to connect with the library: Library eUpdate weekly email, Facebook, GoodReads, Tumblr and Pinterest.

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Wii Bowling for Adults

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 4:05pm

The Ultimate Wii Sporting Competition Returns October 2013!bowling image
Lace Up Your Virtual Bowling Shoes!

Tuesdays, October 8, 15, and 22:
Practice Times, 10:00 am.-11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, October 29:
Tournament, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Free. No registration is required. Open to anyone at least 18 years old. All sessions held in LRNC 131.
Prizes are generously donated by the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Friends of the Library!
Questions?

Contact Patsy Brautigam, 832-482-1025 or Tracy Williams, 281-290-3243.

Image: PhotoSpin.com

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Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Wed, 10/02/2013 - 4:50pm

muslim journeys bookshelf

Muslim Journeys
Bridging Cultures Bookshelf
 LSC-CyFair Library is a recipient of the ALA/NEH grant, Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys. "The Muslim Journeys project presents to the American public resources representing diverse perspectives on the people, places, histories, beliefs, practices, and cultures of Muslims in the United States and around the world." -- NEH

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Eureka!: Science & Discovery Book Club

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Fri, 09/20/2013 - 12:58pm

science imageJoin our new Eureka!: Science & Discovery Book Club. This new STEM focused book club will explore the history, marvels, and emerging trends of science, technology, engineering, math, medicine and more.

Our first meeting is Tuesday, September 24, from 1:30-2:30pm, in LRNC 131. We will be discussing Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach.
"Despite the irreverent, macabre title, this is a respectful and serious examination of what happens to cadavers, past and present. Salon columnist Roach explains how surgeons and doctors use cadavers donated for research purposes to help the living, and also examines potential new variations on how we bury the dead." - Li...

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