Moore Memorial Public Library
1701 9th Avenue North
Texas City, TX 77590
Phone: (409) 643-5979
Fax
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| PROGRAMS & EVENTS |
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Call 409-643-5977 for more details on any events. |
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Event: Beginning Go and Board Game Group
For more information: Get ready to Go, because in September we're starting a regular program of board games for adults. Go, the ancient Asisan art of strategy and skill, is here at MMPL. We will have an introductory class on how to play Go on Monday, September 13 and will start our Board Game Group on Monday, September 20.
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 13 and 20, 2010, 1:30 p.m.
- Monday, September 13 @ 1:30 PM - Introductory Go Class
- Monday, September 20 @ 1:30 PM - Adult Board Game Group
Place: Moore Memorial Public Library
Holland Meeting Room
1701 9th Ave North
Texas City, TX 77590
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Event: Wills and Estate Planning (Three Part Seminar)
For more information: In September, Mr. Ed Mabry of Texas City will conducts three sessions on wills and estate planning. This event will entail three separate Tuesday evening presentations in the meeting room, each held at 7:00 PM and usually lasting between one and one-half hours. In addition to discussing the basics relating to legal wills, the seminar will offer hints and tips on the 1) preparation of a will and testament, 2) power of attorney & trust establishment, and 3) the process of estate allotment and relegation. These events is free and open to anyone.
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 7, 14, and 21, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 7 @ 7:00 PM (will and testament)
- Tuesday, September 14 @ 7:00 PM (power of attorney & trust establishment)
- Tuesday, September 21 @ 7:00 PM (estate allotment and relegation)
Place: Moore Memorial Public Library
Holland Meeting Room
1701 9th Ave North
Texas City, TX 77590 |
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Event: Personal Photography
For more information: In October, the library will host two separate presentations on personal photography. Each will be hosted by Mr. Alton Meyer of Texas City who will cover both digital and regular photography and will speak on many aspects of the art such as choosing the right camera, taking the best pictures, and correctly treating and manipulating your photos. On October 6 @ 6:00 PM, Mr. Meyer will speak on the basics of Black & White photography, incorporating famous works by renowned American photographer Ansel Adams, and discuss the ways in which B & W photos are uniquely different from color images. The October 13 @ 6:00 PM talk will focus on digital color photography and the nuances of digital images. Q & A sessions will be held during each presentation. Each program is free and open admission. All who would like to attend are welcome to bring their personal cameras though bringing one is not a requirement.
Date/Time: Tuesday, Oct 7, 14, and 21, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 6 @ 6:00 PM (Black and white photography)
- Wednesday, October 13 @ 6:00 PM (Digital color photography)
Place: Moore Memorial Public Library
Holland Meeting Room
1701 9th Ave North
Texas City, TX 77590
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Event: 2010 Computer Class Schedule (September - November)
Date: See Below
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Place: Holland Meeting Room, Moore Memorial Public Library
For more information:
Our beginner computer classes here at the library have been so well receieved that we are adding more classes to cover additional topics and programs. The new classes will be aimed at beginning to intermediate computer users. All of our computer classes are free to the public.
Sign-up & Registration Procedure:
Registration for ALL computer classes will occur THE DAY OF the scheduled class. All potential students must come to the library between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m. on the day of the class for pre-class screening. Admission to the class will be granted on a first-come first-served basis for those persons successfully completing the pre-assessment survey exercise. Admission for most classes is limited to 10 persons per class. |
Please contact the Reference Desk at the library for more information at (409)-643-5977.
Computer Course Title |
Date |
| Computer Hardware |
Thursday, September 2, 2010 |
| Basic Mouse Skills |
Friday, September 3, 2010 |
| Basic Windows |
Thursday, September 9, 2010 |
| Basic Internet |
Friday, September 10, 2010 |
| Basic Email |
Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
| Intermediate Internet |
Friday, September 17, 2010 |
| Online Search Strategies |
Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
| Reference & Periodical Databases |
Friday, September 24, 2010 |
| Basic Mouse Skills |
Thursday, September 30, 2010 |
| Basic Windows |
Friday, October 1, 2010 |
| Basic Internet |
Thursday, October 7, 2010 |
| Basic Word |
Friday, October 8, 2010 |
| Basic Email |
Thursday, October 14, 2010 |
| Intermediate Internet |
Friday, October 15, 2010 |
| Basic Excel |
Thursday, October 21, 2010 |
| Basic Power Point |
Friday, October 22, 2010 |
| Basic Publisher |
Thursday, October 28, 2010 |
| Computer Hardware |
Friday, October 29, 2010 |
| Basic Windows |
Thursday, November 4, 2010 |
| Basic Word |
Friday, November 5, 2010 |
| Basic Internet |
Thursday, November 11, 2010 |
| Basic Email |
Friday, November 12, 2010 |
| Intermediate Internet |
Thursday, November 18, 2010 |
| Online Search Strategies |
Friday, November 19, 2010 |
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Event: Book Bits
Date: 1st Wednesday of each month
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Place: Holland Meeting Room, Moore Memorial Public Library
For more information: The group will meet the first Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the meeting room.
Participants can enjoy an informal group setting where they can share favorite books, authors, controversial titles and more.
For more information, please call (409) 643-5970. |
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July 23, 2010
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