HPL eXTRA Hammond Public Library News
August 10, 2012 |
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Greetings!
Congratulations to the winners of our Summer Reading Program:
Adult: 1st Place: Barb S. 2nd Place: Tiara H. 3rd Place: Nathalie M. Staff: Rose G. Teen:
1st Place: Denisha M. 2nd Place: Estafania C. ____________________
LIBRARY SPONSORS FAMILY ESSAY CONTEST
The Hammond Public Library celebrates Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) with a family essay contest and a public program.
The essay contest theme is "What does the concept of 'familia' (family) mean to you?" The contest is open to families. Each family unit may submit only one entry. Entries are accepted from Aug. 22 to Sept. 4, 2012. All entries must be delivered to the Hammond Public Library's Circulation Desk no later than Tues., Sept 4, at 8 p.m.
Prizes are awarded to the family unit that, in the judges' opinion, has best defined "familia."
Winners will be announced at a Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month program on Thurs., Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hammond Public Library, 564 State St. The program, which is free and open to the public, features the music of Pancho and Carolyn Rodea; a dance performance by Xel-Ha Escuela de Danza; reading of the winning essays; and the opportunity to answer trivia questions.
Click here for complete rules.
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Friends of the Hammond Public Library Quilt Fundraiser
"Keep the Library Covered...Help Make a Quilt"
The Friends of the Hammond Public Library are raising funds and awareness by asking the public to "Keep the Library Covered... Help Make a Quilt." During a 10-day "quilting bee" from Aug. 15 to Aug. 25, quilt squares made from heavy paper will be available at the library's Circulation Desk for a donation of $1 or more. Donors will sign their name to the quilt squares.
Two opportunities allow donors to decorate their own squares: either Tues., Aug. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m.; or on Sat., Aug. 25 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the library, 564 State St. All materials for assembling and decorating the paper quilt are being donated by The Golden Studio. Volunteers and students from Books, Brushes & Bands for Education (BBB4E) will be available to decorate squares already purchased, and to assist those who wish to decorate their own squares.
The squares then will be assembled into a quilt, to be displayed at a BBB4E multimedia exhibit during the month of September at the Hammond Arts Center, 5832 Hohman Ave. The show opening is Fri., Sept. 28 from 6 to 9 p.m., at which information about the library and its Friends group will be available.
Plans are for the quilt to be exhibited in different venues. Information is with the Library at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310. |
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Computer Classes
in the Computer Lab. Cost: free. Space is limited; registration required at
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 345. http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/computerclasses.htm
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Basic classes: Please allow 60-90 minutes.
Mouse Basics: Learn about using the mouse, common computer terms, how to work with menus and forms, how to copy and paste, and more. No experience required to attend this class.
Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 6 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 27 at 2 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m.
Internet Basics:
An introduction to the program that gets you on the Internet along with how to browse
or go directly to a website you want. Internet searching and printing options are also discussed. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class.
Monday, Aug. 20 at 2 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 27 at 11 a.m.
Monday, Sept. 10 at 2 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 17 at 11 a.m.
Email Basics: Review the layout of web-based e-mail, how e-mail programs are structured and how you can customize your mail storage. We'll cover reading, organizing and sending mail in a hands-on session. E-mail accounts for class use will be provided, so don't worry if you don't yet have your own. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class.
Monday, July 30 at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 6 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m.
Word Basics: Learn beginning word processing techniques to get you started on a variety of possible projects. We''ll review how to navigate the program, choosing your settings, making changes as you go along or after you've typed your material, inserting a simple graphic and more. A practice project gives you hands-on experience with the program. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class.
Monday, Aug. 20 at 11 a.m.
Monday, Sept. 24 at 2 p.m.
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Advanced classes: please allow 2 - 2.5 hours.
There are no advanced classes in August. Advanced Classes will resume in September.
Advanced Word: (Tues., Sept. 4 at 6 p.m.) If you already use Word, but just don't feel like you're taking advantage of what it has to offer, this class is for you. Learn about page setup options, formatting, working with graphics, using text boxes, save and print options, and more. Familiarity with keyboard/ mouse and basic computer knowledge are required to attend these sessions.
Intro to Excel: (Tues., Sept. 11 at 6 p.m.) Learn your way around Excel, see how easy it is to store, organize and make the most of your information. We'll review worksheets, cells, data entry, fill options, using formulas, creating functions and more. Familiarity with keyboard/mouse and basic computer knowledge are required to attend these sessions.
PowerPoint: (Tues., Sept. 18 at 6 p.m.) Create photo slide shows and professional presentations quickly and easily! Learn about design themes and slide layouts, inserting graphics and media clips onto your slides, tips to use when making your presentations and more. Familiarity with keyboard/mouse and basic computer knowledge are required to attend these sessions.
Letters & Resumes: (Tues., Sept. 25 at 6 p.m.) Start your next job search with a new cover letter and a freshened resume. We'll discuss the professional way to format a letter, how to create a great cover letter and how to build the best resume for you. Attendees to this class will customize a resume template or build their own resume from scratch. Please bring your information and a USB Flash Drive to save your resume in progress. One copy of your resume may be printed at the end of the session at no charge. Additional copies may be printed at the cost of $0.10 per page.
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Programs for Teens
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 351
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/teenprograms.htm
Teen Scene Hours
Mon-Thurs: 3-8:30 p.m.
Friday: 3-5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
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Teen Notebook Decorating
Wednesday, August 22 at 4 p.m., Teen Scene
Go back to school with a notebook you decorate yourself! Supplies provided.
Teen Magnet Making Program
Wednesday, August 29 at 4 p.m., Teen Scene
Decorate your locker with these cool magnets you make yourself!
Teen Hunger Games Party
Sat., Sept. 15 at 1:30 p.m., Community Room
Free food and fun!
Teen Duct Tape Wallets
Thursday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m., Teen Scene
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Hammond Public Library QuiltersEach Wednesday in the Community Room. Start times vary;
check the library calendar on our home page for start times.
Welcome to the World of Music
on these Wednesdays: Aug. 15, 22 & 29; Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 (6:30 p.m.) Florian Bolsega leads a class in music theory. Please bring pencil and paper. Novel Conversations
Monday, Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Discuss The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett Information is at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 327.
HPL Presents (Start times may differ; check program for details.)
Join us on the third Thursday for this free series, offering a different program each month:
- Thursday, Aug. 16 at 6:30 p.m.: "How to Prevent Identity Theft" with Clint Turpen, Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist with REGIONAL Federal Credit Union.
- Thursday, Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m.: Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month with Pancho & Carolyn Rodea, Xel-Ha Escuela de Danza, and the winners of our Essay Contest.
- Thursday, Oct. 18 at 7 p.m.: "Writing Your Memoirs" with Dr. Meg DeMakas
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Youth Services
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336
Early Literacy Programs
Babies and Books
Thurs., Aug. 23; Sept. 6 & 20 at 10 a.m.
Tiny Tots
Thurs., Aug. 23; Sept. 6 & 20 at10:30 a.m.
Little Listeners
Tues., Aug. 14 & 28; Sept. 11 & 25 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
School-age Programs
Kids Can 2! (grades K-2)
Tuesday, September 18 at 3:45 p.m.
Tween LEGO Club (grades 3-6)
Mon., Aug. 13 at 3:45 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 11 at 3:45 p.m.
Books to Movie (grades K-6)
Wed., Sept. 5 at 3:45 p.m.
Come to the library to watch The Lorax and enjoy popcorn!
Family Night: Music in the Air (grades K-6)
Thurs., Sept. 6 at 6 p.m.
Learn about composers and their recognizable songs.
Stories for All (grades K-6)
Thurs., Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. Come to the library for a new program. Listen to stories, learn new games, and participate in fun activities!
Homeschool Day
Fri., Sept. 7 at 10 a.m.
Attention Homeschool parents and students! Join us for a new program created just for you!
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READING TUTORING
The Hammond Public Library and Calumet College of St. Joseph are offering FREE reading tutoring to students in kindergarten-12th grade. This is a walk-in service! Please call Youth Services at (219) 931-5100, ext. 336 for dates, times, and details.
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Friends of the Library, Book Sale news
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 356 (please leave a message)http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/friends.htm
FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP
Friends of the Library Hammond Ind., Inc., is a nonprofit group separate
from the library. The Friends support HPL by serving as advocates, and
by raising funds for programs or services that HPL could not otherwise provide.
The Friends are always looking for new members. Membership year runs Jan-Dec.
The next Friends membership meetings are:
- Mon., Sept. 24 at 6 p.m.
- Sat., Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. (annual Friends meeting;
combined meeting with Hammond Historical Society)
Get a Friends membership forms at the Library, or print an application at http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/Friends_app.pdf
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FRIENDS VOLUNTEERS
Are you a Friends member who would like to volunteer in the Book Sale Room?
Are you a Friends member who would like to help with other activities?
Please call (219) 931-5100, Ext. 356 and leave a message.
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FRIENDS FUNDRAISERS
Please Keep the Library Covered... Help Make a Quilt (see details at top)
The next Friends fundraiser is Thurs., Aug. 23 at Wendy's, 1844 165th St., Hammond (near Wal-Mart). From 5 to 8 p.m., the Friends received 15% of all revenue, both in the restaurant and the drive-thru. Dates for the remainder of the year are:
- Thursdays: Aug 23, Sept 27, Oct 25
- Wed., Nov 21
- Friday, Dec 28
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BOOK SALES
The Book Sale Room is on the 1st floor, near the copy machine. The room features a variety of books, paperbacks, videos, music, magazines, and vending machines. An ongoing sale takes place during library hours.
FRIENDS HALF PRICE BOOK SALE (*Excludes specially marked books and sets.)
The next Friends Half-Price Sale is Sat., July 28. Remember that the Friends accept donations of books, magazines, movies and music. Just bring them to the library during regular hours. Upcoming half price sales are on the last Saturday of each month (no sale in November or December):
- August 25
- September 29
- October 27
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 Hours and Location
For a map in PDF format, go to: http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/Locations%20map.pdf
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HAMMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY, 564 State St., Hammond, IN 46320
Phone (219) 931-5100
Parking lot is at Sibley and Sohl
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 (2nd Floor)
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 306
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 1 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 1 to 9 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday
Click here for information about our obituary databases.
Teen Scene (2nd Floor):
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: The E. B. Hayward Branch (1212 - 172nd St.) and the Howard Branch
(7047 Grand Ave.) are closed permanently, as of Nov. 1, 2011. |
Thank you for using the Hammond Public Library. We appreciate your support.
Sincerely,
Hammond Public Library Newsletter Staff
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