HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:15 July 29, 2011
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Greetings!
THANKS TO ALL OUR SUMMER READING PARTICIPANTS
as well as those who attended programs, and our program
sponsors and donors. Congratulations to the youth who completed the program to receive prizes or reading medals. We'll announce the winners of the Teen and Adult programs
in the next issue of Extra.
More than 300 people attended the Summer Reading Wrap-up program on July 28 at all locations, to see Amazing Animals by Samantha. The audience learned about each animal, where it is found in the world, what kind of food it eats, and other interesting facts. We'll be adding photos to the HPL Facebook page!
 | The coatimundi's prehensile tail allows
it to hang on. |
 | | Library director, Rene Greenleaf, gets up close with a Burmese python. |
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Did you know that you may borrow video games
from Main Library? Popular games in Wii, xBox and
PlayStation 3 formats are available for 2-day checkouts.
You may borrow up to 7 games at one time.
Read a good book lately? Want to tell others?
Our library staff can help you pick out books you may
enjoy. Now you can do the same for other library users! "Reader Recommended" is a new service in which we'll display books to which you've given "thumbs up." Just fill out the card with your first name; title and author of the book; and a line or two about why you enjoyed it. If you have questions, please call Main Library at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 350.
Great Courses are actual college courses on CD or DVD, where you can listen to or watch the actual lecture - for free! Topics include psychology, music, history, health and more. Learn in the privacy of your home or car. Learning takes many different forms, and lifetime learners may enjoy Great Courses. Look for them in the audiovisual section of Main Library.
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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., Aug. 2 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Aug. 29 at 11 a.m.
Tues., Sept. 6 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 12 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Sept. 19 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 27 at 2 p.m.
E-mail Basics
Instruction for sending, receiving and organizing e-mail.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., Aug. 1 at 11 a.m.
Tues., Aug. 2 at 6 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 13 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 20 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 26 at 11 a.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Instruction on using Internet Explorer and visiting web sites.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., Aug. 1 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Aug. 23 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 13 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 19 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Sept. 26 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basic Instruction on using Word's basic functions.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Tues., Aug. 23 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Aug. 29 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 12 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 20 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.
Teen Scene hours starting Aug. 1:
Monday - Thursday, 3 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Teen Notebook Decorating:
Go back to school in style with a notebook you decorate yourself.
Sat., Aug. 20 at 1 p.m., Main Library - Teen Scene
Teen Gaming:
The library has an xBox and we're ready to get our game on!
We have Guitar Hero, Portal 2, NBA 2K11, and Burnout Paradise!
Thursday, August 4. 3:30 pm, Howard Branch Library
Thursday, August 18, 3 pm, E. B. Hayward Branch Library
Thursday, August 25, 4:30 pm, Community Room, Main Library
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Programs For Adults (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
Adult Scrapbooking
Mon., Aug. 29 at 5 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Welcome to the World of Music
Mon., Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Florian Bolsega leads this series. Please bring a pencil
and paper to each session.
Discussion: Novel Conversations
Mon., Aug. 1 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library
Discuss Body & Soil by Ralph McInerny. For details, please call 219-931-5100, Ext. 350. Discussion: Mystery Club Wed., Aug. 3 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch:
Discuss books by author, Kathy Reichs. Alzheimer's: Know the 10 Warning Signs
Thurs., Aug. 18 at 5:30 p.m., Main Library Learn the difference between age-related memory loss and Alzheimer's; also what to do if you or a loved one has signs of the disease.
This is the first of a 3-part series presented by the Alzheimer's Association.
"Legal & Financial Planning for the Future" on Sept. 15 features an Elder Care attorney. "Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: The Basics" is Oct. 20. You may attend any one program, or all three. Reserve your space now by calling, toll-free, 1-800-272-3900 or go to www.alz.org/indiana
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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.
Youth Services staff is wrapping up Summer Reading and preparing for back to school programs.
Books 2 Movies Tuesdays (Grades K-6)Enjoy the last few weeks of Summer Break by watching cool movies based on books! Tuesdays at 1 p.m. at Main Library: Aug. 2: Coraline Aug. 9: Tangled Aug. 16: Cloud With a Chance of Meatballs
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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., Aug. 27 at Main Library
Mon., Aug. 29 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.
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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 flr, 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 Hours
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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