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Teen Gaming For the Family

Submitted by Elizabeth R on Thu, 06/21/2012 - 4:23pm


During Summer, families are invited to the Teen Game Room to play one of our E-rated Wii or PS3 games!  Come join in the fun and try out our family friendly computer games any Thursday between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.  All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by parents. Standard Game Room rules for teens apply to all gamers. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference staff on the second floor or call the library at 281-360-6804.

 

 

Lost Family

Submitted by Angel Hill on Sat, 06/16/2012 - 11:39am

Annie's GhostsImagine discovering that the person you know the most has secrets from you.  Much of what they've told you is opposite of the truth.  Steve Luxenberg found himself in this position when he unearthed the history of his mother and a family member he never knew.  Using his journalism skills and passion for family, he wrote Annie's Ghosts: a Journey Into a Family Secret. 

Forgotten Wisdom

Submitted by Sara West on Fri, 03/02/2012 - 2:11pm

Not long ago, I stumbled upon a book called How to Sew A Button by Erin Bried. The book contains a treasure of practical life tips that were common knowledge for many of our grandmothers but are no longer well-known for many today. You'll find simple tips and tricks for baking bread, writing thank-you notes, planting a vegetable garden, and more.

Victor Rocha and the Nueva Luna Dance Academy @ your library

Submitted by Jorie Nissen on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 12:29pm

Please join us at the Clear Lake City - County Freeman Library as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. On Thursday, October 6th at 6:30 pm, Victor Rocha and the Nueva Luna Dance Academy will dance their way through the states of Mexico. This presentation will begin in the Marge Jacobson Community Room on the first floor of the library. It will be fun for the entire family. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Freeman Library.

Please contact the Reference Desk at (281) 488-1906 or visit us on the Second Floor for more information.

Para Los Ninos

Submitted by Jennifer C. on Tue, 11/16/2010 - 1:09pm

Please join us this Saturday at noon for this month's Para Los Ninos family program! We will be reading several stories, followed by time for parents to participate in activities with their children. The theme is "Raise a Reader," and we hope you can make it!

Uncover Your Family's Roots

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/27/2009 - 11:50am

Curious about your family history? The library will offer a genealogy workshop to help you get started. In October, professional genealogist Lynna Kay Shuffield will teach an all-day basic genealogy workshop covering basic research, organization, and searching of databases and public records. Registration and more information will be available mid-September.  Want to get a headstart and read about it now?  The library has books, databases, and other resources to help.

Complete Idiot's Guide to GenealogyComplete Idiot's Guide to Genealogy

 

 

Family Road Trip by Book

Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/19/2009 - 5:44pm

In 1953, a familiar-looking retired man and his wife hopped into their Chrysler and drove across the United States on a road trip. The man didn't receive a pension to help pay for the cross-country vacation, even though he was an ex-president. President Harry S. Trumann didn't even have secret service to protect him. Back then, he used some money from his memoirs, and drove with his sweetheart, former First Lady Bess, to see the country they had enjoyed in their younger years.

Old School Teen Time

Submitted by Ryan Fennell on Mon, 07/13/2009 - 11:55am

playing cards, board game, dominosSince the Aldine Branch has been hosting Web 2.Yo! for the teens the last three weeks, an Old School Teen Time will be held to balance out this technology overload we’ve been having. The event will be like our regular Teen Time this summer, but strictly BVG (Before Video Games). So come Tuesday, July 28th from 3 pm to 5 pm and enjoy card games, board games, and other games that don’t have plugs. All are welcome. Parents, this is the perfect opportunity to “old school” your kids in the games you played back in the day!

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