HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 9:16 August 27, 2010
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Greetings!
Here's the latest!
Wi-Fi is coming to HPL! As of September 1, all locations should have wireless access. You'll need a laptop computer or other mobile device equipped with a wireless network card that supports the WiFi 801.22g or 802.11b networking standards. You'll also need any software or drivers for your wireless network card. At each location you'll find more information about connecting to the HPL Wireless Network.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Indiana State Library. The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas.
Back to School Tips:
Library staff will be happy to help your children find resources for homework, reports, and projects. Please don't wait until the last minute - if an entire class has the same project, several people may be using the materials you need.
World Book Kids has some new features coming soon:
a new design; a tool to help students find information about important people; dozens of age-appropriate science fair projects; interactive maps and outline maps and flags; "Compare Places," a tool for researching and comparing continents, countries, states, and provinces; and dozens of interactive educational games. From our home page, just go to Online Databases to Search, OR the Just for Kids page, and click the World Book Online logo. Another cool database is Global Road Warrior, which teaches you about different countries, their customs, language, currency, foods, and much more. It's also helpful if you travel abroad. Both World Book Kids and Global Road Warrior are available on library computers, or from home using your HPL library card number (found on the back of your card). |
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Computer Classes
Mouse Basics
Thurs., Sept. 9 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 13 at 11 a.m.
Thurs., Sept. 30 at 2 p.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Thurs., Sept. 16 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 20 at 11 a.m.
Email Basics
Thurs., Sept. 9 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Sept. 16 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 20 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basics
Mon., Sept. 13 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. |
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We hope you can join us for our programs. We do not allow anyone in the program 15 minutes after the start time.
Kids! Check out our "We the People" programs below (marked with an asterisk (*), and our brand new "We the People" blog, especially for YOU!
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Main Library
Babies and Books, Tiny Tots Toddler Time, & Little Listeners will resume in October.
School Age (K-6th Grade)
Magnets: Recycle drink lids into fun magnets!
Tues., Sept. 14 at 3:30 p.m.
* "We the People: A More Perfect Union" Blog Computer Class (held in the Computer Lab)
Wed., Sept. 15 & 29 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
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E. B. Hayward Branch
Babies and Books (a lapsit program for parents/caregivers and infants)
Fri., Sept. 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Tiny Tots Toddler Time (an interactive program for parents/caregivers
and busy toddlers)
Thurs., Sept. 2 at 12 p.m.
Little Listeners (storytime for 3-5 year olds)
Tues., Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 1:30 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 8, 15, 22, & 29 at 10:30 a.m.
'Tween Photography Club (Grades 3rd - 6th )
Thurs., Sept. 2 at 3:30 p.m.
School Age (Grades K-6th)
* "We the People: A More Perfect Union" - The Story of the Constitution
 Celebrate Constitution Day
Fri., Sept. 17 at 3:30 p.m.
Bedtime Stories (Children may wear their pajamas)
Tues., Sept. 21 at 6 p.m.
Howard Branch
Family Night
* "We the People: A More Perfect Union" - Si, Se Puede! Yes, We Can! image courtesy
Tues., Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. Julie Paschkis |
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Teen Gaming
The library has an xBox and were ready to get our game on! 
We have Guitar Hero, Madden NFL, NBA 2K9, and DDR!
Wednesday, September 8 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch Library
Wednesday, September 15 at3 p.m., Howard Branch Library
Wednesday, September 22 at 4:30 p.m., Community Room, Main Library
Pop Tab Bracelet Program
Make a simple bracelet for yourself or a friend! All supplies provided.
Thursday, September 30 at 4 p.m.
Teen Scene, Main Library, 4 pm.
Teen Open Mic
 Do you sing or write poetry? Share your talents with other teens.
Thursday, September 16
Community Room, Main Library, 4:30 p.m. |
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Scrapbooking
Mon., Aug. 30 or Sept. 27 from 5:30 - 8 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Call the branch for details, 219-844-2668
Discussion: Mystery Club
Wed., Sept. 1 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch
Join Maryann Jackson as we discuss books by Jeanne M. Dams.
20th Annual Senior Art Exhibit
Sept. 1 to Oct. 22, Main Library 1st & 2nd floor galleries
on display during library hours
Discussion: Novel Conversations
 Mon., Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library
Join Mary Schons as we discuss A Connecticut Yankee
in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain.
Welcome to the World of Music
Mon., Sept. 13, 20 & 27 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Florian Bolsega leads this series of classes.
Please bring a pencil and paper to each session.
Author Presentation: Maria's Journey
by Ramon and Trisha (Hull) Arredondo
Thurs., Sept. 23 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library
Maria's Journey has just been published
by Indiana Historical Society Press. Hear the story of
Maria Arredondo, who married at 14, came to the U.S.
and raised her family of 10 children in Indiana Harbor. Following the presentation,
the authors will sign copies of the book, which will be available for purchase.
Documentary: Calle 54
Thurs., Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library
Join us for a documentary of Latin Jazz featuring the late Tito Puente,
Paquito d'Rivera, Gato Barbieri and others. (Spanish with English subtitles) |
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Friends and Book Sale news
FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP
Join or renew membership in Friends of the Library
Membership envelopes may be found at any HPL location, or print out an
application at: http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/Friends_app.pdf
The Friends are looking for new members.
__________________________________DONATIONS WELCOMED: The Friends accept gently used books, magazines, records and cassettes. You may bring items to any HPL location.
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ONGOING BOOK SALE http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/friends.htm Main Library's Book Sale Room is open during library hours.
FRIENDS BOGO BOOK SALE (BOGO = Buy One, Get One free, of equal value) Sat., Aug. 28 or Sept. 25 at Main Library  Mon., Aug. 30 or Sept. 27 at branches *Excludes specially marked books and sets. Your purchases in 2009 enabled the the Friends to donate
more than $10,000 to fund HPL programs and services.
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Hours and Locations
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MAIN LIBRARY, 564 State St. (Parking lot at Sibley and Sohl); (219) 931-5100
Main Library hours:
Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: Main Library is closed on Sundays.
Suzanne G. Long Local History Room: 219-931-5100, Ext. 306 (2nd floor, Main)
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday from 1 to 9 p.m.
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday
Click here for information about our obituary databases.
Teen Scene: 219-931-5100, Ext. 351 (2nd floor, Main Library)
Monday-Thursday: 3 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday: 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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E. B. HAYWARD BRANCH, 1212 - 172nd St. (172nd and Columbia Ave); (219) 844-2668
HOWARD BRANCH, 7047 Grand Ave. (south of Morton High School); (219) 844-1622
Branch hours:
Monday and Tuesday: 12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Saturdays and Sundays
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Thank you for using the Hammond Public Library. We appreciate your support,
and we hope you'll visit us soon.
Sincerely,
Hammond Public Library Newsletter Staff
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