HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:3 Feb. 11, 2011
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Greetings!
Happy Valentines Day, a little early!
Now that we're all digging out from our blizzard, here's what's happening at the Hammond Public Library
- All that jazz: Join us this Tuesday, 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.
- Tyler Perry Movie Showcase, each Tuesday in February, features a different film at a different location.
See below for dates, times and films.
- Check out Main Library's "Vintage Love Songs and Valentines" display this month! Vintage romance-related sheet music is exhibited, as well as valentines from the 1920s and 1930s. Display cases are on the first floor near the east entrance, and on the second floor outside the Suzanne G. Long Local History Room.
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This year, the nation commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Join us at the E. B. Hayward Branch on Thursday, March 31 at 2 p.m., as Wendy St. Jean, Ph.D., assistant professor of history at Purdue University Calumet, presents "Black Soldiers in Indiana: A Civil War Experience." This program is geared for teens and adults as part of the programming for "We the People: A More Perfect Union."
All HPL locations are closed on the following days: - Monday, February 21 for Presidents Day;
- Tuesday, March 8 for library-wide staff training
Note: Tax forms are available at Main Library, west of the staircase on the first floor. Tax preparation volunteers are NOT available this year. |
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Computer Classes
in the Main Library Computer Lab. Classes are free;
registration is required at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 345
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/computerclasses.htm
Mouse Basics
Thurs., Feb. 17 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 28 at 11 a.m.
Mon., March 7 at 2 p.m.
Tues., March 15 at 6 p.m.
Tues., March 29 at 2 p.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Thurs., Feb. 17 at 6 p.m.
Tues., March 1 at 2 p.m.
Mon., March 7 at 11 a.m.
Mon., March 14 at 2 p.m.
Tues., March 29 at 6 p.m.
Email Basics
Thurs., Feb. 24 at 6 p.m.
Mon., March 14 at 11 a.m.
Tues., March 15 at 2 p.m.
Mon., March 28 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basics
Thurs., Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 28 at 2 p.m.
Tues., March 1 at 6 p.m.
Mon., March 28 at 11 a.m. |
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Programs for Youth
A complete list of programs is at http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/kidprograms.htm
Please see each program for a description and for age levels.
Babies and Books (Lapsit program for infants and parent/caregiver)
Thursday, February 17 & 24; March 3, 10, 24 & 31 at 10 a.m., Howard Branch
Thursday, February 24; March 10 & 24 at 10 a.m., Main Library
Thursday, February 17; March 17 at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Tiny Tots Toddler Time (Interactive program for busy toddlers)
Thursday, February 17 & 24; March 3, 10 & 24 at 10:30 a.m., Howard Branch
Thursday, February 24; March 10 & 24 at 10:30 a.m., Main Library
Friday, March 4 at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Little Listeners Story time (For 3-5 year olds)
Thursday, February 17 & 24; March 3, 10 & 24 at 11 a.m.,Howard Branch Tuesday, March 22 & 29 at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m., Main Library
Wed., March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Bedtime Stories
(for families with small children. Kids, wear your pajamas)
Tuesday, February 22 or March 29 at 6 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 grades K-2nd)
Tuesday, Feb. 15 or March 15 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Monday, March 21 at 3:30 p.m., Main Library: Make a colorful tree out of tissue paper to celebrate the return of leaves after winter!
Photography Club (for grades 3-6)
Thursday, March 3 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Family Night at Howard Branch (fun for the whole family)
Tues., Feb. 15 at 5:30 p.m., Madea's Family Reunion- Rated PG-13.
Note earlier start time for February!
Tues., March 15 at 6 p.m., Dr. Seuss Birthday! Games, stories, and goodies!
Family Literacy Night
Tues., March 1 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Visit the Library for a fun filled evening of storytime, crafts, and games!
Ramona and Beezus Read Aloud
Tues., March 22 & 29 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Tween Program: Spring into Spring! (grades 3-6)
Monday, March 14 at 3:30 p.m., Main Library
Come and celebrate the upcoming spring season by crafting a sun catcher out of recycled CDs
Making Memories Family Enrichment Program presented by South Shore Arts.
For 2nd to 6th grade children and their parents. Experience a different form of Art each week.
Families MUST pre-register at 931-5100, ext 330. Only open to families who have not participated in the program before.
Tuesdays, March 1, 15, 22 & 29; April 5 from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
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(219) 931-5100, Ext. 351http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/teenprograms.htmTeen 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.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
[Teen Advisory Board does not meet in March]
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, March 3 at Howard Branch, 3 p.m.
Thursday, March 10, E. B. Hayward Branch, 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 17 or March 24 at Main Library, 4:30 p.m.
Teen Flower Pen
Tues., March 22 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library Teen Scene. Celebrate spring by making a flower pen.
Tween-Teen "Eclipse" Party (grades 5-12 ONLY)
Sat., March 26 at 1 p.m., Main Library
Celebrate the Twilight series in style with a film and activities.
Pre-registration is required by calling (219) 931-5100, Ext. 336.
"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., Feb. 28 from 5 - 8 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Call the branch for details, 219-844-2668
Welcome to the World of Music
Mon., Feb. 14 & 28; March 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Discussion: Mystery Club
Wed., March 2 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch: Discuss books by John Saul
Discussion: Novel Conversations Mon., March 7 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library: Discuss The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger
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. 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
Senior Movie
Fri., March 11 at 1 p.m.: Meryl Streep in Julie and Julia Black Soldiers in Indiana: A Civil War Experience Thurs., March 31 at 2 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Wendy St. Jean, Ph.D., assistant professor of history at Purdue University Calumet, presents this program for teens and adults.
Coming in April! Spring Book Discussion at the E. B. Hayward Branch -
Plain Speaking: Amish-Themed Fiction and Nonfiction
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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 just $2 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., Feb. 26 at Main Library
Mon., Feb. 28 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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