HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
Vol. 10:23 November 18, 2011 |
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Greetings!
MAIL ORDER HOUSES:
Friends of the Library and the Hammond Historical Society conduct a joint meeting Sat., Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. at Main Library.Attend this free program to 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.
HOLIDAY HOURS:
The library closes at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23. The library is closed Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
FOR STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN - 12th GRADE
In partnership with Calumet College of St. Joseph, we are offering FREE tutoring in Reading. No appointment necessary. Come to the Main Library any time during the sessions.
Times are subject to change. For more information, please call Youth Services at (219) 931-5100. Ext. 336.
Mondays: 3:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 3:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.
Thursdays: 4 p.m. -8:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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 Books to Bridge the Region, the 7-county "One Book" initiative, is in its fifth year. B2BR presents 2 free public performances of Life in a Jar. See this talented troup of young people as they perform the story of Irena Sendler, whose actions saved 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust. Performance locations and times are:
- Tues., Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. at Purdue University Calumet, 2200 - 169th St., Hammond (in Alumni Hall on the 3rd floor of the Student Union and Library Building -
enter from 173rd Street)
-OR - - Wed., Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. at Ivy Tech Community College, 3100 Ivy Tech Dr., Valparaiso
(East of State Road 49).
Visit www.books2bridge.org for details.
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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.
Mon., Nov. 28 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 13 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Dec. 19 at 11 a.m.
E-mail Basics
Instruction for sending, receiving and organizing e-mail.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Tues., Nov. 29 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Dec. 5 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Dec. 12 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 20 at 6 p.m.
Internet Fundamentals
Instruction on using Internet Explorer and visiting web sites.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Mon., Nov. 28 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Dec. 5 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 13 at 6 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 20 at 2 p.m.
Word 2007 Basic
Instruction on using Word's basic functions.
Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required.
Tues., Dec. 6 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Dec. 12 at 11 a.m.
Mon., Dec. 19 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:
Tuesday - Thursday, 3 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Teen Movie
Saturday, November 19 at 1:30 p.m., Main Library
Teen Movie: Green Lantern. Free popcorn while supplies last.
Teen Soapmaking
Thursday, December 15 at 4:30 p.m.
Learn how to make fun and easy soaps! All supplies included.
Teen Winter Reading
Dec. 1-31.
Teens can win prizes for reading! Each book gets you an entry into
the prize drawings, to be held Dec. 17 and 31. A grand prize will be
awarded the first week in January, 2012. So start reading!
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Programs For Adults (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
Welcome to the World of Music
Wed., Nov. 30; Dec. 7, 14 & 21 at 6 p.m., Howard Branch
Florian Bolsega leads this series. Please bring a pencil and paper to each session.
**Note: this program has moved to Main Library on a new day.) 
Discussion: Novel Conversations
Mon., Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m., Main Library
Discuss How to Murder a Millionaire by Nancy Martin.
For details, call 219-931-5100, Ext. 350.
(Note: special date- 2nd Monday in December)
Hammond Quilters meet at Main Library each Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m.
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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 Youth Services at
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336.
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)
No program in November.
Tiny Tots Toddler Time (For busy walking toddlers)
Thurs., Dec. 1 & 8 at 10:30 a.m., Main Library
Little Listeners (Story time for 3-5 year olds)
Tues., Nov. 22 & 29 at 1 p.m., Main Library
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SCHOOL- AGE (Kindergarten through Grade 6)
(Older than Grade 6? Join us for our Teen programs!)
Kids Can 2 (Kindergarten through grade 2)
Tuesday December 6 @ 3:45 p.m.
Spin Art - Join the fun and create an amazing piece of art!
Book to Movie (Kindergarten through grade 6)
Tues., Dec. 20 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library:
Polar Express
Book to Movie Discussion (Kindergarten through grade 6)
Wed., Dec. 21 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Discuss Polar Express, both the movie and the book by Chris Van Allsburg.
Winter Break Drop-In Craft
Wed., Dec. 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Drop in to the library to craft something cool!
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TWEEN (Students in Grades 3 through 6)
(Older than Grade 6? Join us for our Teen programs.)
Lego Club
Join the club to build something really cool & have lots of fun!
Tues., Nov. 22 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Books to Bridge the Region: Movie
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (rated PG-13)
Tues., Nov. 29 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Books to Bridge the Region: Book to Movie Discussion
Discuss the film and book versions ofThe Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne
Wed., Nov. 30 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Tween Winter Crafts
Tues., Dec. 13 at 3:45 p.m., Main Library
Winter Crafts: Create your own snow globe that is perfect for snowy days!
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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
resumes in January at Main Library.
Watch for future dates.
*Excludes specially marked books and sets.
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.
Closed Sunday.
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
Tuesday-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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Note: these branches have closed permanently as of Nov. 1:
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
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Thank you for using the Hammond Public Library. We appreciate your support.
Sincerely,
Hammond Public Library Newsletter Staff |
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