HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:5 March 11, 2011
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Greetings!
Do your kids need a little help with math or reading? HPL Youth Services offers Homework Help in READING AND MATH for grades K-12. Tutors are at HPL locations at the following times:
Mondays: 4 to 8 p.m. at the Howard Branch
Tuesdays: 4 to 8 p.m. at the E. B. Hayward Branch
Thursdays: 4 to 9 p.m. at Main Library- Youth Services
Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Main Library- Youth Services
Students do not need to make an appointment. They may just show up and bring their homework. The tutors are students from Calumet College of St. Joseph.
CIVIL WAR PROGRAM:
Teens and adults, join us at the E. B. Hayward Branch on Thursday, March 31 at 2 p.m. for "Black Soldiers in Indiana: A Civil War Experience." Wendy St. Jean, Ph.D., assistant professor of history at Purdue University Calumet, presents this program as part of the initiative, "We the People: A More Perfect Union." Nearly 1,500 African Americans from Indiana participated in the Civil War. Hear their story in this free presentation. TAX FORMS: Tax forms are available at Main Library, west of the staircase on the first floor. Tax preparation volunteers are NOT available at HPL this year. You may call toll-free 1-888-227-7669 to find AARP tax preparers near you. |
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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
Tues., March 15 or April 5 at 6 p.m.
Tues., March 29 or April 19 at 2 p.m.
Mon., April 4 at 11 a.m.
Mon., April 11 at 2 p.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Mon., March 14 or April 18 at 2 p.m.
Tues., March 29 or April 12 at 6 p.m.
Mon., April 11 at 11 a.m.
Tues., April 26 at 2 p.m.
Email Basics
Mon., March 14 or April 18 at 11 a.m.
Tues., March 15 or April 5 at 2 p.m.
Mon., March 28 or April 25 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 19 at 6 p.m.
Word 2007 Basics
Mon., March 28 or April 25 at 11 a.m.
Monday, April 4 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 12 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 26 at 6 p.m. |
Programs for Teens
(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!
Wednesday, 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.
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. Nearly 1,500 African Americans from Indiana served in the Civil War. Come hear their story.
"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."
Announcing the Hammond Public Library's We the People Essay Contest, from March 1 through April 30. All you have to do is read one of the We the People books and write a one-page essay on the theme of "A More Perfect Union." All teens are invited to enter and participants will be invited to a pizza party in May. And don't forget about the Library's blog! After reading a title from the We the People bookshelf, please comment at http://hpyperfectunion.wordpress.com and let us know what you think! Questions? Ask in the Youth Department or at the Teen Desk.
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Adult Scrapbooking Mon., March 28 or April 25 from 5 - 8 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Call the branch for details, 219-844-2668
Welcome to the World of Music
Mon., March 14, 21 & 28 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch Florian Bolsega leads this series of classes. Please bring a pencil and paper to each session.
Discussion: Novel ConversationsMon., April 4 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library: Discuss The Conservationist Manifesto by Scott Russell Sanders. For details, please call 219-931-5100, Ext. 350.
Discussion: Mystery Club
Wed., April 6 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch: Discuss books by Dick Francis
Senior Movie
Fri., April 8 at 1:30 p.m, E. B. Hayward Branch
In recognition of Earth Day in April, see An Inconvenient Truth, produced by and featuring Al Gore.
Spring Book Discussion: Plain Speaking - Amish-Themed Fiction and Nonfiction
E. B. Hayward Branch at 10 a.m. on these Fridays:
· April 15: The Riddle of Amish Cultureby Donald B. Kraybill
· April 29: The Shunningby Beverly Lewis
· May 13: Plain Secrets: An Outsider Among the Amishby Joe Mackall
· May 27: Plain Truthby Jodi Picoult
Marcia Keith of Calumet College of St. Joseph leads the discussion. Books are available at any HPL location about 2 weeks before each discussion. For details, call the branch at 844-2668.
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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)
Thursdays at 10 a.m., Howard Branch: March 24 & 31; April 7, 14 & 21
Thursdays at 10 a.m., Main Library:March 24; April 7 & 21
Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch:, March 17; April 21
Tiny Tots Toddler Time (Interactive program for busy toddlers)
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., Howard Branch: March 24; April 7, 14 & 21
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., Main Library: March 24; April 7 & 21
Fridays at 9:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward: April 1
Little Listeners Story Time (For 3-5 year olds)
Thursdays at 11 a.m., Howard Branch: March 24; April 7, 14 & 21
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m., Main Library: March 22 & 29; April 5, 12 & 19
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward: March 16, 23 & 30; April 6, 13 & 20
Tween Photography Club (for grades 3-6) First Thursday at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward:
April 7: Theme is Spring and Weather. Please, no photos of people.
Tween Program (grades 3-6) Second Monday at 3:30 p.m., Main Library:
March 14: Spring into Spring! Make a sun catcher from recycled CDs
April 11: Plant a Flower! Decorate a cup and plant a flower in it.
Spring Break Fun: Movie & Popcorn (grade 6 and under)
Friday, April 1 at 1 p.m.:Watch Carl and Russell in Disney's Up
Movie Monday (grades K-6) Second Monday at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
March 14: The Cat in the Hat
April 11: Bambi
Kids Can 2! (For grades K-2nd)
Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward: March 15: Spring Crafts April 19: Earth Friendly Crafts
Mondays at 3:30 p.m., Main Library: March 21: Leaves are Coming! April 18: Love Your Earth
Ramona and Beezus Read Aloud
Tues., March 22 & 29; April 5 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Ramona Party
Tues., April 12 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Join us as we celebrate Beverly Cleary's 95th birthday
Family Storytime (for families with small children)
Tuesday, March 29 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Monday, April 18 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch: Do you like adventure? Are you looking for a new inexpensive hobby to do with your family? Join us for a Family Storytime and introduction to Letterboxing!
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., Main Library
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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.
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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., March 26 at Main Library
Mon., March 28 at branches
Are you a Friends member who would like to volunteer in the Book Sale Room
at Main Library? Please call 219-931-5100, Ext. 356 and leave a message.
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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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