HPL eXTRA
Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:18 September 16, 2011 |
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Greetings!
Do You Have the Card?
September is Library Card Sign -up Month. Do you have The Smartest Card? Renew your card today.
Change in Fines Fines for overdue items have increased, effective Sept. 1. The new fine structure is:
- 25 cents for books, magazines, compact discs and audio materials. Maximum fine: $10.00
- $1.00 for video cassettes, DVDs, Bi-Fokal Kits.
Maximum fine: $10.00 - $15.00 reference material overnight loan.
Maximum fine: $45.00.
All library users will now incur fines for overdue items. Previously, overdue fines were not charged to seniors.
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Photo Exhibit by Sandra Turmail Photographer Sandra Turmail exhibits her work through October at Main Library. Animals are the focus of her photos, which seems natural since Sandra sells on eBay for a group called "Art for Critters." She and her husband own Woodmar Animal Clinic.
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New location for Historical Society Cemetery Walk
The Hammond Historical Society's annual Cemetery Walk is Sun., Oct. 2 at a new location - Concordia Cemetery near 165th & Calumet. Tickets are $5, available at the gate; free to age 12 and under. Rain or shine, the first tour is at 1 p.m. and the last tour at 4 p.m. Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes. Details are with the Suzanne G. Long Local History Room, (219) 931-5100, Ext. 306. |
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Books to Bridge the Region, the 7-county "One Book" initiative, is in its fifth year. The 2011 theme is "Learning From the Past; Empowering Our Future," and the books have World War II as a theme. Libraries, schools and organizations are encouraged to plan programs around the books and the theme. The E. B. Hayward Branch features World War II-themed programming through December.
Fall Book Discussion is at 10 a.m. on these Fridays:
Sept. 30: Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand - The author of Seabiscuit chronicles the true story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner turned World War II airman, whose bomber crashes in the South Pacific.
Oct. 14: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows - As London is emerging from the shadow of World War II, writer Juliet Ashton discovers her next subject in a book club on Guernsey--a club born as a spur-of-the-moment alibi after its members are discovered breaking curfew by the Germans occupying their island.
Oct. 28: The Zookeeper's Wife by Diane Ackerman - True story of the Zabinskis who managed the Warsaw Zoo during World War II, and utilized it to save not only many animals, but hundreds of Jews.
Friday Matinee (free movie) is at 1:30 p.m. on these Fridays:
Oct. 14: Hart's War, starring Bruce Willis and Colin Farrell. If you attend the Sept. 16 discussion of the book, come watch the film version, which is different in several respects.
Books to Bridge the Region presents a free public program Tues., Oct. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Bergland Auditorium in IUN's Savannah Center. Hear the story of the Tuskegee Airmen in their own words. Tap your feet to music of the period, and get the chance to ask questions about this time in American history. Many thanks to the Gary Literacy Coalition, Methodist Hospitals, and Indiana University Northwest for coordinating this program. |
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.
Mon., Sept. 19 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 27 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 10 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Oct. 17 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 18 at 6 p.m.
E-mail Basics
Instruction for sending, receiving and organizing e-mail.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Tues., Sept. 20 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 26 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Oct. 3 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 18 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 31 at 11 a.m.
Internet Fundamentals Instruction on using Internet Explorer and visiting web sites.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., Sept. 19 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Sept. 26 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 4 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 17 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Oct. 31 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basic Instruction on using Word's basic functions.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Tues., Sept. 20 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 3 at 11 a.m.
Tues., Oct. 4 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 10 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:
Monday - Thursday, 3 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Teen Movie: Tron Legacy Thurs., Sept. 20 at 6 p.m., Main Library Free popcorn while supplies last.
Beastly Party
Sat., Oct. 1 at 1 p.m., Main Library Teens will watch the film and enjoy Beastly snacks.
Teen Make-Your-Own Magnets Decorate your locker with colorful magnets you make yourself! Thurs., Oct. 6 at 3 p.m., Howard Branch Thurs., Oct. 13 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Celebrate Teen Read Week @ your library!
Teen Movie: I Am Number Four. Tuesday, October 18 6:30 pm. Main Library
Free popcorn while supplies last.
Teen Make-Your-Own Magnets
Thurs., Oct. 20 at 4:30 p.m., Teen Scene, Main Library |
Programs For Adults (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310 http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
Adult Scrapbooking Mon., Sept. 26 at 5 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Welcome to the World of Music Mon., Sept. 19 & 26 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch Florian Bolsega leads this series. Please bring a pencil and paper to each session.
Discussion: Novel Conversations Mon., Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library Discuss Purity in Death by J. D. Robb. For details, call 219-931-5100, Ext. 350.
Discussion: Mystery Club
Wed., Oct. 5 at 1 p.m., Howard Branch: Discuss books by author Rita Brown.
Alzheimer's Association Reservations are encouraged as seating is limited. Attend one or more programs. To reserve your space, or for additional information, please view www.alz.org/indiana or call the Alzheimer's Association Helpline at 1-800-272-3900.
- Thurs., Oct. 20 at 5:30 p.m., Main Library - Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: The Basics - This program provides descriptions of the various causes of dementia and the difference between typical aging and problematic memory changes. How Alzheimer's affects the brain, causes and risk factors and information on obtaining a diagnosis will also be covered.
Friends of the Library - Hammond Historical Society Joint Meeting Again this year, the Friends and the Historical Society conduct a joint meeting on Sat., Nov. 19 at Main Library. Hear Rebecca Hunter speak on "Mail Order Houses." Many of you are familiar with Sears homes, but there were several other companies as well that provided "kit homes." Hammond has many such homes - do you live in a kit home? How can you tell? Join us for this informative talk.
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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.
Any outside organizations that are interested in bringing a group of 10 or more children, please contact Main Library to set up a visit for a program. Contact Head of Youth Services, Melody Scott at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 330.
Programs begin promptly at the time listed below. If you are
running late, please join us for the next program time.
Babies and Books (For infants and parents/caregivers) Thurs., Sept. 29 or Oct. 6 at 10 a.m., Main Library Thurs., Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch Thurs., Oct. 6, 13, 20, & 27 at 10 a.m., Howard Branch
Tiny Tots Toddler Time (For busy walking toddlers) Thurs., Sept. 29 or Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m., Main Library Fri., Oct. 21 at 10:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch Thurs., Oct. 6, 13, 20, & 27 at 10:30 a.m., Howard Branch
Little Listeners (Story time for 3-5 year olds) Tues., Sept. 20, 27 and Oct. 4 at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m., Main Library Wed., Sept. 21 & 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 at 10:30 a.m., E. B. Hayward Branch Thurs., Oct. 6, 13, 20, & 27 at 11 a.m., Howard Branch
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ALL AGES / FAMILY PROGRAMS
Movie Monday (all ages)
Mon., Oct. 10 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch:
"The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad."
Family Night (Fun for the entire family) "Music in the Night" Tues., Sept. 20 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch "Just a Little Scary Fun" Tues., Oct. 18 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
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SCHOOL- AGE (Kindergarten through Grade 6)
Books to Bridge the Region: Come listen to Boxes for Katje, a story about two young girls from different worlds during World War II. After the story, stay to help plant tulip bulbs to bloom in the Spring!
Tues., Oct. 4 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Pumpkin Painting
Come join us for painting a mini pumpkin just in time for Halloween!
Tues., Oct. 25 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Campfire Stories
Feel free to bring a flashlight to use during the program.
Tues., Oct. 25 at 6 p.m., E. B. Hayward
Fall Break Open Art Studio (Drop In)
Thurs., Oct. 27 from 2 p.m.-4 p.m., E. B. Hayward
Fall Break Movie
Fri., Oct. 28 at 1 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
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KIDS CAN 2! (Students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade)
Kids Can 2!
Thurs., Sept. 29 or Oct. 6 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
Kids Can 2 - Books 2 Movies
Thurs., Oct. 20 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward Branch
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TWEEN (Students in Grades 3 through 6)
'Tween Lego Club
Tues., Sept. 27 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
'Tween
Tues., Sept. 27 or Oct. 4 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward
'Tween - Books 2 Movies
Tues., Oct. 18 at 3:30 p.m., E. B. Hayward |
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., Sept. 24 at Main Library
Mon., Sept. 26 at branches
*The Sept. 24 sale at Main Library features a special record sale. If you'd rather listen to vinyl 78s or 45s than to CDs and mp3s, come check out this special sale! *
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 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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