Hammond Public Library
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Hammond Public Library News

May 2, 2014
 
  
Hammond Public Library
564 State Street
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 931-5100
  
Hello:

The Friends of the Library will participate in an upcoming special event to honor 100 years of philanthropy through community foundations. Legacy Foundation of Lake County is offering the opportunity to donate to area nonprofits via Give Local Legacy Foundation, the local arm of a nationwide program, Give Local America. 

On Tuesday, May 6, please visit the site below to donate to the Friends of the Library Hammond, Indiana Inc:
http://givelocallegacyfoundation.org/#npo/friends-of-the-library-hammond-indiana-inc
 
 
LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR
Are you a local author who has published a book? HPL is offering you the opportunity to participate in a Local Author Fair on Sat., May 31 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. You'll have the chance to display and sell your books, as well as to perform a short reading from your book. Information is available with Linda Swisher at (219) 931-5100, ext. 310, or Sherri Ervin at ext. 328.
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In This Issue
Adult Programs
Computer Classes
Teen Programs
Youth Programs
Friends of the Library/Book Sales
About Us

Programs For Adults

(219) 931-5100, Ext. 310

http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm

  

ACME Pawn Pushers Chess
 Mon., May 5, 12 & 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sat., May 10 from 1-4 p.m.
For teens through adults, beginners to grand masters!

  

Discussion: Novel Conversations
 Mon., May 5 at 6:30 p.m.: Defending Jacob by William Landay. 

  

Discussion: International Book-ings

Wed., May 14 at 1 p.m.: Discuss Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier
This new discussion features foreign authors or locales.  

 

Welcome to the World of Music
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.: May 7, 14, 21 & 28

Free music lessons for grade 6 through adult. Limited number of keyboards available. Please bring a pencil and paper to each lesson.

 

Hammond Health Matters 

Courtesy of the Alzheimer's Association
The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
Sat., May 17 at 10 a.m.

Have you ever wondered if you were having just a moment of forgetfulness, or a sign of something more? Learn the difference at this free program.

 

Courtesy of North Shore Health Center

Free blood pressure checks are offered from 1 to 3 p.m. on these dates: 

Tues., May 6
Thurs., May 8
Thurs., May 22
Tues., May 27
Tues., June 3
Thurs., June 12
Tues., June 17
Thurs., June 26

 

Learn to Play Guitar
 Sat., May 24 from 12-1 p.m.
 Join us for a beginner-friendly class on guitar basics. A professional musician will answer questions about your favorite music, whether classical, jazz, gospel, or R&B. You don't need to bring a guitar to attend.

 

Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream
 Thurs., May 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Waldorf College Theatre Company returns this year with another of The Bard's favorites, about the universal theme of love and its complications.

 

Local Author Fair
 Sat., May 31 from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Visit local authors as they display and sell their books. Authors who wish to display at the event may email for a table registration form.   

 

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: 
Classes are 60 to 90 minutes in length. Registration is required. E-mail, Internet and Word Basic classes require you to be familiar with the computer mouse, and to have beginning keyboarding skills.

 Mouse Basics: 

Learn about using the mouse; common computer terms; how to work with menus and forms; how to copy and paste; more. No experience required to attend.

Mon., May 5 at 2 p.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.
Tues., May 6 at 2 p.m.
Tues., May 20 at 6 p.m. 

 

E-mail 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.
Tues., May 20 at 2 p.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. 
 Mon., May 19 at 11 a.m.
Tues., May 27 at 6 p.m.

  

NEW!! Windows 8 Basics:
 Become familiar with the new Windows 8 layout, launch apps, move between screens and more.
Mon., May 5 at 11 a.m.
Tues., May 6 at 6 p.m.
Mon., May 19 at 2 p.m.
Tues., May 27 at 2 p.m.

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Advance Classes are between 2-2.5 hours in length. Registration is required. You must have taken the basic classes, or have familiarity with the computer mouse, as well as basic computer knowledge.

 

Advanced Word: 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. 

(No advanced class in May)
 

Intro to Excel: 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. 

(No  advanced class in May)

 

PowerPoint: Create photo slide shows and professional presentations quickly and easily! Learn about design themes and slide layouts, inserting graphics and media clips onto slides, tips to use when making your presentations and more. 
(No advanced class in May)

 

Letters & Resumes: 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. You will  customize a resume template or build your 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 10 cents per page. 
(No advanced class in May)
 

 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. 

 

Teen Book Club
Thurs., May 8 at 4 p.m., Teen Scene
What book are you reading right now? Come discuss what you're reading with other teens! Prizes for all who attend.

 

Teen Magnetic Bookmark Program
Thurs., May 29 at 4 p.m.
Get ready for the Summer Reading Program by making a fun bookmark!

 
Programs for Youth
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336
   

Tween LEGO Club (Ages 9 - 13)

Create with the library's Legos! 

Mon., May 19 at 4 p.m.

                

Just for Tweens (Ages 9 - 13)

Thurs., May 6 at 4 p.m.: Mother's Day is just around the corner. Join us to make Mother's Day cards for the special mothers in your life. Supplies will be provided

 

After School Movie (Ages 6 - 13)

Wednesday, May 7 at 4:00 p.m., Frozen: Will Anna and Kristoff be able to save the kingdom from an eternal winter? Join us to see if they can find Elsa before it's too late. Popcorn will be served while supplies last.

 

Reading Tutor available

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! Call Youth Services for more information. 

 

Coming Soon

 Youth Services staff is busy preparing for Summer Reading! This year's theme is "Fizz, Boom, Read!" Be on the lookout for awesome programs about science. You also earn prizes for the books you read over the summer. Registration for Summer Reading begins on June 2!

 

Friends of the Library

http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/friends.htm

 

Membership: The Friends accept new members. Print the membership form found on the website above; fill it out, and mail with your check.

 

Book Sale Room: open during library hours.
Next Half-Price Sale is Sat., May 31, 2014.

 

The library accepts 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

  

Hammond Public Library
564 State St., Hammond, IN 46320
(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
 

For weather-related closings: check our website, Facebook page, 

WJOB 1100 AM, or the Emergency Closing Center. 

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Suzanne G. Long Local History Room (2nd Floor)     
Local History Librarian: (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