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
Your GPA and test scores say a lot — but your college essay is where you get to speak. Not sure where to start? Join us for a presentation that takes the mystery (and misery) out of writing your personal statement.
We’ll cover:
What colleges are really looking for in your essay
How to pick the right topic (hint: it’s not always your biggest accomplishment)
Writing tips to help your story shine
Common pitfalls and how to avoid sounding like everyone else
We read the book, now let’s watch the movie! Booked This Afternoon Book to Movie Showing of Bless Me, Ultima will be on Thursday, September 17, at 2 PM.
Refreshments will be provided.
Seniors 55+ are invited to join the Maud Marks Library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to the Blaffer Art Museum. As the gateway between the University of Houston’s Central campus and the City of Houston, Blaffer Art Museum is a catalyst for creative innovation, experimentation, and scholarship. Take a guided tour and enjoy an art-making workshop! The bus will be departing on Tuesday, September 15th.
We all know the question. We all dread the question.
The “So, Tell Me About Yourself” workshop is a fast-paced, speed-style mock interview experience where participants practice answering the most common (and most intimidating) interview questions in a low-pressure, supportive environment. Attendees will rotate through short, one-on-one mock interviews designed to improve clarity, confidence, and how they present their story.
Booked This Afternoon meets in person on the second Thursday of the month, September 10, at 2 PM. This month we will be discussing Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo A. Anaya.
We read the book, now let’s watch the movie! Booked This Afternoon Book to Movie Showing of Bless Me, Ultima will be on Thursday, September 17, at 2 PM.
Seniors 55+ are invited to join the Maud Marks Library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to the Sam Houston Boat Tour. Embarking from Port Houston’s Sam Houston Landing, visiting sightseers aboard the M/V Sam Houston can enjoy passing views of international cargo vessels and operations at the port’s Turning Basin Terminal. The 95-ft. vessel holds up to 100 passengers and features air-conditioned lounge seating. The bus will be departing on Tuesday, August 18th.
Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer in the library . Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a 3D printer at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
Join us for our laser cutter orientation!
This orientation session on Wednesday, September 9, at 6:30 PM will instruct participants on how to use the Epson Fastfoto, a high-speed photo scanning system in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use the Fastfoto machines at HCPL branches and MakerCentral, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice.