Sarah N.'s blog

Snowmen Spotted!

Submitted by Sarah N. on Wed, 12/02/2009 - 5:16pm

It may not snow often in Katy but the kids at the Maud Marks Branch Library sure know how to decorate a snowman!  This morning in storytime they decorated seasonal snowman hats.  If you missed the craft don't worry, you can make your own.

Share Your Holidays this Friday @ Maud Marks!

Submitted by Sarah N. on Tue, 12/01/2009 - 5:39pm

Maud Marks Branch Library is the main Katy site for the Share Your Holidays food drive! This Friday, December 4 you can drop off non-perishable food items anytime from 6 am to 6 pm, so stop by on your way to work or during the day.

Decisions, Decisions

Submitted by Sarah N. on Mon, 11/16/2009 - 4:31pm

Are you looking for another great book to read? Want an easy way to find books similar to your favorites? Then sign up for our ‘What Do I Read Next?’ class at the Maud Marks Branch Library this Thursday at 7 pm. Learn to use NoveList, an easy database where you can find books and keep lists of what you’ve read and what you would like to read. 

Happy reading!

Reminder for Prospective Volunteers

Submitted by Sarah N. on Mon, 11/09/2009 - 5:52pm

Our next volunteer orientation at the Maud Marks Branch is tomorrow (November 10) at 7pm. It’s our last volunteer orientation for 2009 and you must attend orientation before you can begin volunteering. If you haven’t turned in your application yet you can turn it in then; remember that if you’re under 18 your parent or guardian needs to sign it too.

Up, Up, and Away

Submitted by Sarah N. on Thu, 11/05/2009 - 9:32pm

On Monday at Teen Time we made paper airplanes using directions from some of our books as well as some handy templates online that are marked for you! In case you missed it we have a variety of paper airplane books.

 

 

 

*Photo by snapify*

Finances Don't Have to Be Scary!

Submitted by Sarah N. on Wed, 10/28/2009 - 3:54pm

Are you a woman looking for some tips on finance? Come to the ‘Women and Investing – Make It Happen’ seminar at the Maud Marks Branch on Thursday, October 29 from 6-8pm. Clint Eric Saurage, an Investment Representative from Edward Jones, will be here to teach smart financial planning for the future. Seating for this and all programs is limited; click here to sign up.

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins!

Submitted by Sarah N. on Mon, 10/19/2009 - 4:44pm

Eleven teens came to decorate mini-pumpkins today at the Maud Marks Branch Library!  Here are just a few of their creations:

 

'Hansel and Gretel' Was a Hit!

Submitted by Sarah N. on Sat, 10/17/2009 - 9:57am

On Monday young Maud Marks Library customers saw a live opera performance without even going downtown! The Houston Grand Opera’s ‘Opera to Go!’ performers presented ‘Hansel and Gretel’ on Monday, Oct. 12 for a crowd of around 60 school-aged children.  

Extreme Pumpkin Makeover

Submitted by Sarah N. on Wed, 10/07/2009 - 10:24am

Check out these before & after shots from our teen pumpkin painting craft at Maud Marks!

 
We’ll be painting pumpkins again at Teen Time on Monday, October 19 from 2:45-4pm. Please note that there is no Monday Teen Time on October 12 since Katy ISD is out that day.
 

Lend a Hand

Submitted by Sarah N. on Thu, 10/01/2009 - 8:41am

Looking for service hours? Want to help out the library? We’re looking for volunteers at the Maud Marks Branch Library. You can pick up an application at the Information Desk; be sure to include your requested schedule and if you’re under 18 your parent or guardian needs to sign too.

Please note that all teen volunteers must attend an orientation session before starting. If you’re interested you’re in luck - our October volunteer orientation session is next Tuesday, October 6 at 7pm. See you there!   
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