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Events for Adults
February 2011
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Hayward Public Library
835 C Street
Hayward, California 94541
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The Library will be closed
February 11 (Lincoln's Birthday)
February 21 (Presidents' Day)
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 Easy Nutritional Solutions for a Better Brain and Body
Wednesday February 23rd 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Main Library Justin Marchegiani of Life Chiropractic College returns to discuss proper nutrition and its role in providing energy, preventing disease, maintaining healthy weight, and strengthening the immune system. Registration is not required for this program. For more information contact Melesha.owen@hayward-ca.gov or call 510-293-5239.
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 Blood Pressure Screenings Friday
February 18th
3:30 p.m.
Main Library
Learn about high blood pressure. Students from Everest College will conduct blood pressure screenings at the Main Library. Registration is recommended for this free program. For more information contact
Melesha.owen@hayward-ca.gov or call 510-293-5239.
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Investor Education in the Library
Saturday
February 5
10:15-11:30 a.m.
Main Library
Have concerns about your ability to retire on your timeline? Have an old 401K that you want to work harder for you? A local financial advisor will be on hand to provide information on various topics and assist you with your questions. Space is limited and registration is recommended. To register or for more information contact
Melesha.owen@hayward-ca.gov or call 510-293-5239.
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 Lawyer in the Library
Saturday, February 5th
12:00 noon - Main Library
Monday, February 7th
6:00 p.m. - Main Library
Wednesday, February 16th
6:00 p.m. - Weekes Branch
Need legal advice? Don't know where to begin? Get 15 minutes of free legal advice with a licensed attorney. In person registration is required. Registration begins 30 minutes before the first session. Space is limited. Consultations may be assigned by lottery. Program sponsored by the Alameda County Bar Association.
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Need help with reading, writing, or spelling? You can get FREE TUTORING IF: - You read below the 8th grade level
- You can speak English
- You are 18+ and not in high school
- You never went to college
Call 510-881-7910 Literacy Plus - Hayward Public Library |
New! Get the Overdrive Media Console App & Download eBooks to your iPhone, iPod, or Android Device-a free service from your library!Search for OverDrive Media Console in the App Store or Android Market.
- Read Adobe EPUB eBooks
- Listen to MP3 audiobooks
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Knitting Circle
Wednesdays
February 9th & 23rd
6:30-7:45 p.m.
Main Library
 Discover the joys of knitting by joining our knitting circle at the Hayward Library. Experienced knitter Zanaib Green will help novice knitters with easy projects such as scarves and shawls and more advanced knitters with projects such as hats, gloves, socks and sweaters. All levels of knitters are welcome. Please bring size 10 or 10 1/2 knitting needles and the yarn of your choice, additional yarn will be available at the meeting. |
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Yoga Classes
Laughter Yoga
Saturday, February 5th
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Main Library
Learn to reduce your stress level by laughing.
Smart Yoga
Saturday, February 12th
 10:30 a.m.
Main Library
This new monthly yoga workshop for all ages is presented by
yoga instructor
Charla Jean. Learn beneficial yoga postures designed to increase your range of motion, augment flexibility and balance, enhance vitality, and strengthen your sense of inner calm. Please bring a yoga mat.
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English Conversation Groups
Come and practice speaking English with others who are learning. All levels are welcome. No registration is required. Tuesdays1:00 - 2:00 p.m. 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Main Library & Day Labor Center (680 Tennyson Rd) Thursdays Day Labor Center (680 Tennyson Rd) 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Saturdays10:15-12:00 noon Weekes Branch Contact jami.hiller@hayward-ca.gov or 510-583-5505 for more information. |
 Get a Great Deal on Books!
Downtown Farmer's Market Book Sale Saturdays
February 12th & 26th
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
C Street & Watkins
Friends of the Hayward Library book sales are held at the downtown Farmers Market on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. In case of rain, the sale will be in front of the Main Library. |
 Paratransit Shuttle Service
Hayward Paratransit Program now has a shuttle service! Riders who board at designated shuttle stops will ride FREE of charge. Registered riders may ride with attendants or companions. Riders must reside in Hayward, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo or the unincorporated areas of San Lorenzo, and be 65 years or over, or a person who has a disability. More information is available on the City's website at www.hayward-ca.gov. To receive an informational flyer call
510-583-4230 or email Victoria.Williams@hayward-ca.gov.
(This program funded by Alameda County Measure B.)
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 Oops! Are you library
books & DVDs late?
Go Fines-Free &
never worry again!
Keep library books, DVDs, music, etc., as long as you want. No due dates, no late fines - ever. First month's subscription applies to existing fines. All late items renewed at no charge.
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Book Discussion Groups
Mystery & SuspenseTuesday, February 1st @ 11:30 a.m., Le Paradis Bakery (D St. and Mission)  In the first of this historical mystery series by Rhys Bowen featuring the fiery redheaded Irish heroine Molly Murphy, Molly flees 19th century Ireland just ahead of the law after she accidentally kills her potential rapist and landlord's son. Molly lucks into a steerage ticket to New York and later, on Ellis Island, finds herself under arrest for the murder of an obnoxious fellow passenger. Molly's determination to make it in her new country and solve the murder with the help of a young Irish cop make a vivid start to this fascinating series. Discussion facilitated by Heidi.Ontiveros@hayward-ca.gov, 510-881-7975. Mostly Literary Fiction Monday, February 14th @ Noon, Peet's Coffee (B St. and Mission) and 6:30-7:45 p.m., Main Library  Part love story, part literary mystery. Melanie Benjamin's historical novel tells the story of a woman whose life became the stuff of legend. Her name is Alice Liddell Hargreaves, but to the world she'll always be known simply as "Alice," the girl who followed the White Rabbit into a wonderland of Mad Hatters, Queens of Hearts, and Cheshire Cats. Discussion facilitated by Sally.Thomas@hayward-ca.gov, 510-881-7700. Not able to attend meetings but want to discuss this book with others? Join GoodReads.com and participate in online discussions! You must have an account on GoodReads.com to participate. Contact Sally for more information. Autobiography & MemoirWednesday, February 16th @ 6:30-7:45 p.m., Main Library  Beautiful Boy by David Sheff is the story of one teenager's descent into methamphetamine addiction, told from his father's point of view, describing how a varsity athlete and honor student became addicted to the dangerous drug and its impact on his family. Group is facilitated by Abbe.Kalos@hayward-ca.gov, 510-881-7941.
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Hayward Public Library
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MAIN LIBRARY
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WEEKES BRANCH
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835 C Street
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27300 Patrick Avenue
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Hayward, CA 94541
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Hayward, CA 94544
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510-293-8685
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510-782-2155
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HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11-8
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10-5
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