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Senior Adults
Do you have questions about various kinds of technology? Then we encourage you to come to our Technology Question & Answer Hour on Thursday, January 29 from 10:15 to 11:15 AM! In this 60-minute session, Freeman Library Staff will address queries on desktops/laptops, smartphones, digital tablets, HCPL eMedia, and more.
This free event will NOT require registration.
*Please note that device repair and diagnostics are unavailable in Technology Question & Answer Hour.
Calling all genealogists! We’ll be hosting a session on FamilySearch, a free, online resource for genealogy/family history research on Friday, January 23, starting at 4:15 PM. No registration required, but space is limited.
Classics Revisited returns Thursday, January 22 at 10:15 AM. We look forward to showing Big Fish, the 2003 epic adventure film. This film stars Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy Crudup, Jessica Lange, and Alison Lohman. Rated PG-13, Big Fish lasts 2 hours, 5 minutes. This film includes Closed Captions.
The Next Chapter Winter Film Fest concludes Thursday, January 15. We look forward to showing The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, a romantic comedy where British retirees travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel. Rated PG-13, this film lasts 2 hours, 4 minutes and stars Tom Wilkinson, Maggie Smith, Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Dev Patel. Close Captions included.
Interviews can be nerve-wracking — but they don’t have to be. Join us for a lively and practical presentation on how to walk into any interview with confidence, clarity, and maybe even a little swagger.
We’ll cover:
How to answer the really tough questions (yes, even “Tell me about yourself”)
What to say, what to wear, and what not to do
How to stand out without sounding rehearsed
Tips for virtual interviews, panel interviews, and everything in between
Nurture your strength and mental health with Tai Chi at Parker Williams Library!
Often described as 'meditation in motion', Tai Chi is a low-impact, slow-motion exercise that helps to strengthen your muscles and relax your mind.
Are you ready to learn English? Are you looking for a way to improve your English conversation skills?
Classes are free and all materials are provided. Pre-registration is required before anyone can attend. To register for class, fill out the registration form, email us at pw@hcpl.net, or call the branch at 832-927-7870. Our Literacy Coordinator will help determine the right class for you and check to see if there are any open spaces available.
Not sure if your résumé is helping or hurting your chances? Join us for a fun and informative presentation where we break down what makes a résumé stand out — and what makes it land in the “meh” pile.
We’ll cover:
What employers actually look for (spoiler: it’s not fancy fonts)
How to showcase your skills without sounding like a robot
Common mistakes to avoid — and how to fix them
Tips to tailor your résumé for the job you want