Houston

Sightseeing for Seniors!

Submitted by Elizabeth R on Sat, 04/27/2013 - 9:50am

 Come join the Greater Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau as they share tips for Seniors on touring Houston on a budget.  This free presentation will be held in the library's Meeting Room on Tuesday, April 30, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.  All ages are welcome!  For more information, contact the library @ 281-360-6804.

World Class Performances Are Closer Than You Think

Submitted by Sarah N. on Fri, 08/24/2012 - 9:41am

Houston’s Theater District Open House is this Sunday, August 26 from noon - 4 pm!  You can sample some of the many performances offered right here in Houston for free!  There’s something for everyone, from STOMP to ballet, and the whole family is welcome.  It’s also a great time to buy tickets for future performances because many are offered at a reduced price.  Check out the website for complete details and a schedule.  Houston has excellent performers and productions so don’t miss this great event! 

 

Gotta Go

Submitted by Sara West on Sat, 02/18/2012 - 11:46am

Sure, we love Houston and all it has to offer, but sometimes it's nice to get away for a little bit. But what if you don't have the time or the ability to go on a big adventure to a faraway place? That's when you pick up a copy of Quick Escapes from Houston. Choose your direction of escape and jaunt off on a two day Texas journey to places like Brenham,  Fredricksburg, or Port Aransas.

Get on the Bus! FREE trip to the Museum of Fine Arts!

Submitted by Deborah Sica on Sat, 02/04/2012 - 4:18pm

MuseumOn Saturday, March 17th, a charter bus will pick up the first 50 people and take us to the Museum of Fine Arts. We will have free admission upon arrival! No driving, parking or admission hassles; just fine family fun!
Library Departure - 9:30 AM
MFAH Arrival - 10:30 AM
MFAH Departure - 1:15 PM
Library Arrival - 2:15 PM
All are welcome to attend. Spaces are limited. First come, first seat! Tickets will be issued starting at 9:00 AM. Parental supervision is required for under 18.

Time for Dessert

Submitted by Angel Hill on Tue, 01/25/2011 - 6:00pm

Houston Classic DessertsHouston is known for being one of the best restaurant cities in the United States.  And the best part of every meal (in my drooling opinion)?  Dessert!  Check out Erin Hicks Miller’s Houston Classic Desserts: Recipes from Favorite Restaurants.

 

Gardening in Houston @ your library

Submitted by Jorie Nissen on Thu, 09/09/2010 - 12:46pm

Adults of all ages are invited to come to the under50over this Friday. Starting at 10:30 in the Marge Jacobson Community Room on the first floor, hear Master Gardener Mary Demney talk about her kitchen garden and how to make your garden better.

Please contact the Reference Desk at (281) 488-1906 or visit us on the Second Floor for more information. Also, please look for the September schedule to be posted soon. Refreshments are provided by the Friends of Freeman.

Houston Restaurants

Submitted by Angel Hill on Thu, 05/13/2010 - 1:14pm

Fearless Critic Houston Restaurant Guide 2010Don’t you just cringe when people are brutally honest?  Well, you won’t when it comes to advice on local restaurants.  Check out the Fearless Critic’s Houston Restaurant Guide 2010.  As it says on the cover, “Brutally honest local food critics rate and review 450 places to eat.”  Bon apetit!

 

Art Currently on Display

Submitted by Christine Turner on Fri, 04/16/2010 - 5:18pm

Student art work from Fall Creek and Eagle Springs elementary schools is currently on display in the Children's Department. 

Why Are Book Clubs So Important?

Submitted by Nancy Agafitei on Fri, 03/05/2010 - 6:03pm

Book clubs have been important to women throughout history. Ever wonder why? Book clubs: women and the uses of reading in everyday life by Elizabeth Long takes a look at how book clubs have evolved. She focuses on an academic study of women's book groups in Houston which makes it especially interesting for us in Harris County. You can reach out to more readers for your groups using a table top sign offered by Ingram Library services.

Do You Live in the Houston Area?

Submitted by Bonnie Langan on Thu, 09/17/2009 - 6:09pm

If you live in the Houston area, come to the Baldwin Boettcher Library to check out our new catalog on the programming offered by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.

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