HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 9:25 Dec. 31, 2010
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Greetings!
The Hammond Public Library wishes you a happy new year. We are closed Sat., Jan. 1, as well as Mon., Jan. 17 (Dr. M. L. King Day). In 2011 you'll see some returning programs, as well as several new ones. Here are some Save-the-Dates for you:
Mon., Jan. 10: Novel Conversations group meets at 6:30 at Main Library to discuss The Book of Ruth by Jane Hamilton.
Wed., Feb. 2: Mystery Club meets at 1 p.m. at the Howard Branch to discuss books by Chicagoan Sara Paretsky, author of the V. I. Warshawski books.
Tues., Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m.: The Billy Foster Trio with vocalist, Renee Miles-Foster, visits Main Library to present "The History of Jazz." Mr. Foster teaches jazz piano at Valparaiso University, where he also performs with the faculty jazz ensemble. Mr. Foster also hosts a jazz program on 88.7 FM, WGVE in Gary.
Every Tuesday in February: Tyler Perry Movie Showcase presents four Perry films. See below for dates, times and films. |
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Computer Classes
Mouse Basics
Mon., Jan. 3 at 11 a.m.
Thurs., Jan. 20 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Jan. 24 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 3 at 6 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 17 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 28 at 11 a.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Mon., Jan. 10 at 11 a.m.
Thurs., Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 27 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 7 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 17 at 6 p.m.
Email Basics
Mon., Jan. 10 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 20 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Jan. 24 at 11 a.m.
Thurs., Feb. 3 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 24 at 6 p.m.
Word 2007 Basics
Mon., Jan. 3 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 13 at 2 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 27 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 7 at 11 a.m.
Thurs., Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 28 at 2 p.m.
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Programs for Youth
A complete list of programs is at http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/kidprograms.htm
for Young Children
Babies and Books (Lapsit program for infants and parent/caregiver)
Thursdays, January 13 & 27 at 10 a.m., Main Library
Thursday, January 20 at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Thursday, February 3, 10, 17, & 24 at 10 a.m., Howard Branch
Thursday, February 10 & 24 at 10 a.m., Main Library
Thursday, February 17 at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Tiny Tots Toddler Time (Interactive program for busy toddlers)
Thursdays, January 13 & 27 at 10:30 a.m., Main Library
Friday, January 7 at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Thursday, February 3, 10, 17, & 24 at 10:30 a.m., Howard Branch
Friday, February 4 at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Thursday, February 10 & 24 at 10:30 a.m., Main Library
Little Listeners Story time (For 3-5 year olds)
Tuesday, Jan. 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.,Main Library
Thursday, February 3, 10, 17, & 24 at 11 a.m.,Howard Branch Tuesday, February 1 & 8 at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.,Main Library
Tuesday Treats (grades K-6th)
Every Tuesday in January from 3:30-4:30 p.m., Main Library
Game-a-Palooza (K-6th grade)
Mon., Jan. 24 at 3:30 p.m., Main Library
School Age Program (grades K-6th)
Monday, February 7 at 3:30 p.m., Main Library
Bedtime Stories (kids, wear your pajamas)
Tues., January 25 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward
Tuesday, February 22 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Football Party (grades K-6)
Friday, February 4 from 3:30-4:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Movie Monday (grades K-6): Toy Story 3
Monday, February 14 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Kids Can 2! (For students in grades K-2nd)
Tuesday, Jan. 18 and Feb. 15 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Photography Club (for grades 3-6)
Thursday, Jan. 6 and Feb. 3 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Family Night
Tues., Jan. 18 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Gingerbread Time
Tuesday, February 15 at 5:30 p.m., Howard Branch
(Madea's Family Reunion- Rated PG-13. Note earlier start time)
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(219) 931-5100, Ext. 351
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/teenprograms.htm
Teen Scene, the space for teens, is on the second floor at Main Library.
Want to join Teen Scene? Bring in something from school (class schedule, report card, etc.)
that shows you're in 7th - 12th grades.
Saturday, January 8 at 1 p.m., Main Library Community Room
Teen Movie Marathon
Despicable Me and Shrek Forever After.
Tuesday, January 11 or Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library- Teen Scene
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Looking to have an input on teen programming that Hammond Public Library? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Snacks provided. For grades 8-12. For more information, call 931-5100 ext. 351.
Gaming Programs. The library has an xBox and we're ready to get our game on!
Thursday, January 6 or February 3 at Howard Branch, 3 p.m.
Thursday, January 13 or February 10, E. B. Hayward Branch, 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 27 at Main Library, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 17 at Main Library, 4:30 p.m.
Teen Duct Tape Roses
Wed., Feb. 9 at 4:30 p.m., Main Library Teen Scene.
"We the People: A More Perfect Union" Blog
After reading a title from the We the Peoplebookshelf, please comment at http://hpyperfectunion.wordpress.com and let us know what you think! Look for more programs with the theme, "A More Perfect Union."
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Adult Scrapbooking Mon., Jan. 31 from 5 - 8 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Call the branch for details, 219-844-2668
Welcome to the World of Music
Mon., Jan. 3, 10, 24 & 31 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
(Mystery Club does not meet in January)
Wed., Feb. 2 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch: Discuss books by Sara Paretsky
Discussion: Novel Conversations Mon., Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library: Discuss The Book of Ruth, by Jane Hamilton
Mon., Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library: Discuss The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan The History of Jazz
Tues., Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library. Join us as the Billy Foster Trio presents a jazz history program. Mr. Foster teaches jazz piano at Valparaiso University, and has his own jazz radio show. Tyler Perry Movie Showcase
Tues., Feb. 1 at 5:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch: Why Didn't I Get Married?
Tues., Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library: Diary of a Mad Black Woman
Tues., Feb. 15 at 5:30 p.m., Howard Branch: Madea's Family Reunion
Tues., Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library: Daddy's Little Girls
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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.
2011 Book Lover's Calendar
Available at Main Library for $7 each. Quantities limited!
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DONATIONS WELCOMED: The Friends accept gently used books, magazines, records and cassettes. You may bring items to any HPL location.
FRIENDS HALF PRICE BOOK SALE
*Excludes specially marked books and sets.
Sat., Jan. 29 at Main Library
Mon., Jan. 31 at branches
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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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