HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:13 July 1, 2011
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Greetings!
Main Library now carries video games. You may check out popular games in Wii, PlayStation 3 and xBox formats.
There is a limit of 7 games, with a 2-day checkout. (Note:
games are not available at branches. Also, we do not have
gaming consoles.)
HAVE YOU SIGNED UP YET?
There's still 1 month left of the Summer Reading Program, so you still have time to sign up! There are four separate programs for all age levels. MARK YOUR CALENDARS for Thursday, July 28, when Samantha's Amazing Animals perform at each location. This is a FREE FAMILY PROGRAM! See youth programs, below.
For Youth: "One World, Many Stories."
There are two separate programs:
Listeners, for children who have someone
read to them
Readers, for youth who read on their own.
For teens, "You Are Here" is your chance to read or attend programs, and be eligible
to win cool prizes.
Adults can sign up for "Novel Destinations" and be entered to win a tote bag of goodies. One bag will be given away at each location. |
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Reminder: All HPL locations are closed Monday, July 4 (Independence Day)
HPL will again coordinate the Naturalization Ceremony. This year, however, it's not at Harrison Park, but at the new Wolf Lake Pavilion, 121st & Calumet. A concert of patriotic music is from 5:30 to 6 p.m., with the ceremony at 6 p.m. (Note: A parking fee may be assessed at Wolf Lake.)
Looking for a good book? Ask our librarians!
Whether you're heading to the beach, or having a
"Staycation" at home, check out a book to read (or
audiobooks to listen to) as you relax. Our staff is
happy to suggest a book you may enjoy. Happy Summer!
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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
Do you know someone who could benefit from a free 1-hour computer class?
Pass the word!
Mouse Basics
Learn to use the computer mouse, menus and forms.
Tues., July 12 at 6 p.m.
Mon., July 18 at 11 a.m.
Mon., July 25 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Aug. 2 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Aug. 29 at 11 a.m.
E-mail Basics
Instruction for sending, receiving and organizing e-mail.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., July 11 at 2 p.m.
Tues., July 19 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Aug. 1 at 11 a.m.
Tues., Aug. 2 at 6 p.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Instruction on using Internet Explorer and visiting web sites.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Tues., July 12 at 2 p.m.
Tues., July 19 at 6 p.m.
Mon., July 25 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Aug. 1 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Aug. 23 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basic
Instruction on using Word's basic functions.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., July 11 at 11 a.m.
Mon., July 18 at 2 p.m.
Tues., July 26 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Aug. 23 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Aug. 29 at 2 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.
Summer Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 1:30 to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summer Reading
Teens who read books or attend programs are eligible to win the Grand Prize
- a Flip video™ camera (one awarded at each location)!
Teen Make-Your-Own-Monster:
Make a scary (or funny) doll from felt. All supplies provided.
Wed., July 13 at 1:30 p.m. - Main Library, Teen Scene
Thurs., July 21 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch
Thurs., July 21 at 3 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Teen Gaming:
Wed., July 20 at 1:30 p.m., Main Library
Teen Movie:
Free popcorn while it lasts.
Wed., July 27 at 1:30 p.m., Main Library: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
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Programs For Adults
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 310
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
Adult Scrapbooking
Mon., July 25 at 5 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Welcome to the World of Music
Mon., July 11, 18 & 25 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Florian Bolsega leads this series. Please bring a pencil
and paper to each session.
Discussion: Novel Conversations
Mon., July 18 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library (note: 3rd Monday in July)
Discuss Aunt Dimity's Death by Nancy Atherton.
For details, please call 219-931-5100, Ext. 350.
Discussion: Mystery Club
Wed., July 1 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch:
Discuss books by bestselling author, Dean Koontz.
Friday Matinee at E. B. Hayward Branch
Adults may attend these films on Fridays at 1:30 p.m.:
July 1: Lost in Translation (Bill Murray, Scarlett Johanssen. Rated R.)
July 8: Under the Tuscan Sun (Diane Lane; based on the book by Frances Mayes)
July 15: Into the Wild (based on a true story; book by Jon Krakauer. Rated R.)
July 22: Hotel Rwanda (Don Cheadle)
July 29: Leap Year (Amy Adams)
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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 (infants and caregivers)
Main Library: 10 a.m. on these Thursdays: July 7 & 21
E. B. Hayward: 9:30 a.m. on these Thursdays: July 7, 14 & 21
Howard Branch: 10 a.m. on these Fridays: July 8, 15, 22 & 29
TINY TOTS TODDLER TIME (walking toddlers & caregivers)
Main Library: 10:30 a.m. on these Thursdays: July 7 & 21
E. B. Hayward: 9:30 a.m. on these Fridays: July 8, 15 & 22
Howard Branch: 10:30 a.m. on these Fridays: July 8, 15, 22 & 29
LITTLE LISTENERS (story time for ages 3-5)
Main Library: 10:30 a.m. and again at 1 p.m. on these Tuesdays: July 12, 19 & 26
E. B. Hayward: 10:30 a.m. on these Wednesdays: July 6, 13 & 20
Howard Branch: 11 a.m. on these Fridays: July 8, 15, 22 & 29
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SUMMER READING YOUTH PROGRAMS FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 3:
Main Library
Kids Can 2! (Grades K-2): Tuesday, July 5 at 1:30 p.m. - Let's Have a Luau!
'Tween (Grades 3-6): Thursday, July 7 at 1:30 p.m. - Star Festival
Family Movie: Friday, July 8 at 1 p.m. - A Little Princess
E. B. Hayward Branch
Kids Can 2! (Grades K-2): Tuesday, July 5 at 1 p.m. - Africa
'Tween (Grades 3-6): Thursday, July 7 at 1:30 p.m. - Africa
Family Movie: (no movie- library is closed for the holiday)
Howard Branch
School-age (Grades K-6): Fri., July 8 at 1 p.m.: Hello to You
Family Movie: Tuesday, July 5 at 1 p.m.: The Lizzie McGuire Movie
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SUMMER READING YOUTH PROGRAMS FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 10:
Main Library
Kids Can 2! (Grades K-2): Tuesday, July 12 at 1:30 p.m. - Carnival Celebration
'Tween (Grades 3-6): Thursday, July 14 at 1:30 p.m. - Super Safari
Family Movie: Friday, July 15 at 1 p.m. - The Tale of Despereaux
E. B. Hayward Branch
Kids Can 2! (Grades K-2): Tuesday, July 12 at 1 p.m. - Antarctica
'Tween (Grades 3-6): Thursday, July 14 at 1:30 p.m. - Antarctica
Family Movie: Mon., July 11 at 1 p.m.: Up
Howard Branch
School-age (Grades K-6): Fri., July 15 at 1 p.m.: Oh, Billy!
Family Movie: Tuesday, July 12 at 1 p.m.: 101 Dalmatians
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR SUMMER READING WRAP-UP
Thurs., July 28: Samantha's Amazing Animals perform at all locations:
10:30 a.m. at E. B. Hayward Branch
1 p.m. at Howard Branch
3:30 p.m. at 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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ONGOING BOOK SALE
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/friends.htm
Main Library's Book Sale Room is open during library hours.
FRIENDS HALF PRICE BOOK SALE
*Excludes specially marked books and sets. Sat., July 30 at Main Library
Mon., July 25 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.
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 SUMMER HOURS STARTING JUNE 1 TO JULY 30:
Monday-Thursday, 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 1:30 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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