HPL eXTRAHammond Public Library News
February 26, 2013 |
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"Waddle into Reading,"
the Youth Winter Reading program, ends February 28. Read books to earn small prizes, and enter to win a family activity basket loaded with cool stuff.
HOLIDAY HOURS
HPL is closed Tues., March 12 for a staff inservice.
TWO SPECIAL PROGRAMS IN MARCH
- Thurs., March 14 at 6:30 p.m.: Author Meggie Tolkland presents "So You Want to Write." Tolkland explains how to develop dedication, planning, and focus in the process of becoming a writer. She discusses publishing myths, including the excuse of writer's block and predators in the writing world. Following her lecture, she will answer questions and sign copies of her two releases, both part of her Mayhem urban romance fantasy series. So that we may plan for materials, please register at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310.
- Sat., March 16 at 2 p.m.: The Hammond Historical Society and the Friends of the Library present a free program, "Democracy in the Making: The Open Forum Lecture Movement." This is also the title of a new book by Arthur Meyers, director of the Russell Library in Middletown, CT and former director of HPL. From the 1920s to the 1940s, Temple Beth-El in Hammond was part of a national movement to sponsor lectures on race and social issues. Among the famous folks who came to Hammond were James Weldon Johnson (author of "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing); W. E. B. DuBois, founder of the NAACP; poet Carl Sandburg; attorney Clarence Darrow; and even Eleanor Roosevelt. Join us as Arthur Meyers, director of the Russell Library in Middletown, CT and former director of HPL, presents this chapter in Hammond's (and America's) history. He also signs copies of his book, which will be available for purchase.
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Programs For Adults
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 310
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
Hammond Public Library Quilters
Each 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: Feb. 27; March 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Florian Bolsega leads a class in music theory. Please bring pencil and paper.
Novel Conversations
Monday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Discuss Let Us Eat Cake: Adventures in Food and Friendship, by Sharon Boorstin
Information is at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 327.
HPL Presents: So You Want to Write
Thursday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. Author, Meggie Tolkland, presents this program for writers and those who want to write. See details at the top of this newsletter. Please register at 219-931-5100, Ext. 310.
Democracy in Action: The Open Forum Lecture Movement
Saturday, March 16 at 2 p.m.
Presented jointly by the Hammond Historical Society and the Friends of the Library. See details at the top of this newsletter.
Do you, or someone you know, need help with reading skills?
The Calumet Area Literacy Council, on the 2nd floor of the library,
provides free help for age 18 and above. Call CALC at (219) 931-5100,
Ext. 311, to leave a voice mail. Your call will be returned. |
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Free Computer Classes
Location: Computer Lab.
Space is limited; registration required at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 345.
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/computerclasses.htm
Basic classes: Please allow 60-90 minutes.
Mouse Basics: No experience required to attend this class.
Learn about using the mouse, common computer terms, how to work with menus and forms, how to copy and paste, and more.
Tues., March 5 at 6 p.m.
Mon., March 18 at 11 a.m.
Internet Basics: Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills required.
An introduction to the program that gets you on the Internet along with how to browse or go directly to a website. Internet searching and printing options are also discussed.
Tues., March 5 at 2 p.m.
Tues., March 19 at 6 p.m.
Mon., March 25 at 11 a.m.
E-mail Basics: Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills required.
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.
Mon., March 4 at 11 a.m.
Tues., March 19 at 2 p.m.
Tues., March 26 at 6 p.m.
Word Basics: Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills required.
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.
Tues., Feb. 26 at 6 p.m.
Mon., March 11 at 11 a.m.
Tues., March 26 at 2 p.m.
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Advanced classes: please allow 2 - 2.5 hours.
Familiarity with keyboard/mouse, and basic computer knowledge, are required
to attend these sessions.
Advanced Word: Mon., March 4 at 2 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.
Intro to Excel: Mon., March 11 at 2 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.
PowerPoint: Mon., March 18 at 2 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.
Letters & Resumes: Mon., March 25 at 2 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. |
 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 Sweet Treats - Wed., Feb. 27 at 4 p.m., Community Room
Make easy, delicious sweet treats.
Teen Book Club - Thurs., March 7 at 4 p.m., Teen Scene
What book are you reading right now? Come discuss what you're reading with other teens! Those who attend will receive a small prize.
Make a Washer Necklace -
Thurs., March 14 at 4 p.m.
Teens, make a washer necklace!
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Programs for Youth
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336
Babies and Books
- Thursday, March 7 at 10 a.m.
- Thursday, March 21 at 10 a.m.
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Tiny Tots
- Thursday, March 7 or 21 at 10:30 a.m.
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2s and 3s (Ages 2 and 3)
- Thurs., March 7 at 11 a.m.: Learn about all things green. Join us for a story, songs, and simple craft
- Thursday, March 21 at 11 a.m. - Learn about ducks! Join us for a story, songs, and simple craft.
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Little Listeners
- Tuesday, March 5 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. - Books, songs, and fingerplays about frogs. We will also make a speckled frog (Note to parents- we are using paint this week)
- Tuesday, March 19 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. - Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays about spring. We will also make coffee filter butterflies.
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Kids Can 2! (Ages 6 - 8)
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Tween (Ages 9 - 13)
LEGO Club
Tuesday, March 19 at 3:45 p.m.:
Test out a new Library Lego board game, and participate in free-building.
Just for Tweens:
Monday, March 18 at 3:45 p.m.: Get Crafty! March is National Craft Month. Create your own art on recycled CDs, and learn how to craft with recycled materials. All supplies provided by the library.
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School Age (Ages 6 - 13)
Stories for All:
Thursday, March 28 at 6 p.m.
Do you like being introduced to new books or authors you have never heard of? Attend this program and try out an award winning book.
Wednesday, March 6 at 3:45 p.m.
Come to the library to watch Peter Pan take Wendy, John and Michael off to Never Land! Popcorn is served as supplies last.
A Little to the Green
Thursday, March 14 at 3:45 p.m. Are you Irish? Do you wish to be Irish?
Visit the library to learn Irish traditions, write your name the Celtic way,
and craft a leprechaun!
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Family Night
Dr. Seuss:
Thursday, March 7 at 6 p.m.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday at the library! Join in as a family to perform Green Eggs and Ham; discover Oh, the Places You Will Go, and make your own Cat in the Hat characters.
Friday, March 8 at 10 a.m.
Learn about several important women in history. Do some research before the program, and come to the library dressed as a famous historical woman or her companion!
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Winter Reading
Waddle Into Reading
Join Winter Reading in Youth Services. Read books to earn small prizes,
and enter to win a family activity basket loaded with cool stuff. Prtogram ends Thurs., Feb. 28.
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Tutoring
The Hammond Public Library and Calumet College of St. Joseph are offering FREE reading tutoring for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. This is a walk-in service! Please call Youth Services at (219) 931 - 5100, ext. 336 for more information.
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Homeschool Day
Women's History Month |
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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 Indiana., 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 January to December.
Get a Friends membership form at the Library, or print an application at
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/friends_app.pdf
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.
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.)
Mark your calendars for these 2013 half price sales (last Saturday of the month):
(no sale in March)
April 27
May 25
June 29
July 27
Aug. 31
Sept. 28
Oct. 26
(no sales in November or December)
Remember that the Friends accept donations of books, magazines, movies and music. Just bring them to the library during regular hours. |
Hours and Location
For a map of the area, go to:
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/libraryinfomenu.htm
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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. 307
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):
Teen Librarian: (219) 931-5100, Ext. 351
Tuesday-Thursday, 3 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Thank you for using the Hammond Public Library. We appreciate your support.
Sincerely,
Hammond Public Library Newsletter Staff
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