HPL eXTRA
Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:9 May 6, 2011 |
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Greetings!
Hammond Public Library now connects with you in even more ways! We're on Facebook- just click the link at the right, and please "like" us at facebook.com/HammondLibrary.
We've also started a Hammond Public Library channel on YouTube. Right now, there is one video on using the online catalog, but subscribe to our YT channel and you'll be notified of additional videos as they are added. Just click the YouTube link at right.
Stay tuned as we introduce still more ways to connect with you!
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Thanks to our Summer Reading Program donors (as of May 15):
Blue Room Cafe
Centier El Taco Real Restaurant
Friends of the Library
Gary SouthShore RailCats
Hammond Parks and Recreation
Hammond Reads It's Just Serendipity
KFC/TR Foods Kool Smiles
North Township Trustee's Office
Strack & Van Til
Towle Theater
Van Til's Supermarket
White Castle Systems
If you or your business would like to be a Summer Reading donor, please call 219-931-5100, Ext. 310. Donors who commit to participate by May 15 are listed in Summer Reading printed material; in our e-newsletters and website; and in our annual report. Donors also receive a certificate of appreciation. |
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Computer Classes
in the Main Library Computer Lab. Classes are free; registration is required at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 345
| Brush up your computer skills or learn new skills! |
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/computerclasses.htm
Mouse Basics
Learn to use the computer mouse, menus and forms.
Mon., May 9 at 2 p.m.
Tues., May 17 at 2 p.m.
Mon., June 6 at 11 a.m.
Tues., June 7 at 6 p.m.
Mon., June 13 at 2 p.m.
E-mail Basics
Instruction for sending, receiving and organizing e-mail.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., May 16 at 11 a.m.
Tues., May 17 at 6 p.m.
| Attention, laptop users: All HPL locations are Wi-Fi zones, thanks to a grant from the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). |
Mon., May 23 at 2 p.m.
Tues., June 7 at 2 p.m.
Tues., June 14 at 6 p.m.
Mon., June 27 at 11 a.m.
Internet Fundamentals Instruction on using Internet Explorer and visiting web sites.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., May 9 at 11 a.m.
Tues., May 10 at 6 p.m.
Mon., May 16 at 2 p.m.
Tues., May 24 at 2 p.m. Thurs., June 9 at 6 p.m.
Mon., June 13 at 11 a.m.
Mon., June 27 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basic Instruction on using Word's basic functions.Tues., May 10 at 2 p.m. Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., May 23 at 11 a.m. Tues., May 24 at 6 p.m. Mon., June 6 at 2 p.m. Tues., June 14 at 2 p.m. Thurs., June 16 at 6 p.m.
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Programs for Teens
(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.
"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."
| Teen Summer Reading, "You Are Here," runs June 1 - July 30. |
Duct Tape Wallet Programs. Make a stylish and easy wallet out of duct tape.
Thursday, May 5 at 3 p.m., Howard Branch
Thursday, May 12 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Saturday, May 7 at 1 p.m., Main Library/Teen Scene
Teen Gaming: We have Guitar Hero for xBox! Come rock out with your friends. Thursday, May 19 at 4:30 p.m., Main Library
Teen Movie: Watch The Social Network. Free popcorn while supplies last. Sat., May 21 at 1 p.m., Main Library
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Programs For Adults (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310 http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
Adult Scrapbooking No scrapbooking in May.
Welcome to the World of Music Mon., May 9, 16, 23 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch Florian Bolsega leads this series. Please bring a pencil and paper to each session.
Discussion: Novel Conversations Mon., June 6 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library Discuss The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton. For details, please call 219-931-5100, Ext. 350.
| Watch for Adult Summer Reading! "Novel Destinations" starts June 1. |
Discussion: Mystery Club
Wed., June 1 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch: Discuss books by Linda Fairstein.
Friday Matinee Fri., May 13 at 1:30 p.m, E. B. Hayward Branch "The Queen" stars Helen Mirren in an Academy Award-winning role.
Spring Book Discussion:
Plain Speaking - Amish-Themed Fiction and Nonfiction
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. E. B. Hayward Branch at 10 a.m. on these Fridays: May 13: Plain Secrets: An Outsider Among the Amish by Joe Mackall May 27: Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult |
Programs for Youth
A complete list of programs is at
| We're spending May preparing for Summer Reading. Be sure to sign up June 1 or anytime thereafter. Be sure to visit us for weekly programs! |
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/kidprograms.htm
Please see each program for a description and for age levels.
Tween Photography Club(for grades 3-6) First Thursday at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward June 2: Please, no photos of people.
Movie Monday (grades K-6) Second Monday at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch May 9: Despicable Me
Kids Can 2! (For grades K-2nd) Tues., May 17 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward
Bedtime Stories (for families with small children) Tues., May 31 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Family Night (Fun for the entire family)
Tuesday, May 17 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Family Literacy Night. Parents and kids hear stories, participate in activities, and try out a cool new learning tool:TAG readers.
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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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FRIENDS HALF PRICE BOOK SALE *Excludes specially marked books and sets.
Sat., May 28 at Main Library
No sale in May at branches
ONGOING BOOK SALE http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/friends.htm Main Library's Book Sale Room is open during library hours.
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. DONATIONS WELCOMED: The Friends accept gently used books, magazines, records and cassettes. You may bring items to any HPL location. |
Hours and Locations
For a map in PDF format, go to: http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/Locations%20map.pdf
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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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