HPL eXTRA
Hammond Public Library News
January 9, 2015
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Hammond Public Library
564 State Street
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 931-5100
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HOLIDAY HOURS: Mon., Jan. 19 (Dr. M. L. King Jr. Birthday): CLOSED
SCIENCE FAIR BOARDS AVAILABLE: The Friends of the Library sell trifold corrugated presentation board kits for $9.50. Each kit includes a board, repositionable letters and titles, clip art and glue stick.
ADULT WINTER READING (through Jan. 31): Check out a book, audiobook or downloadable e-book or audiobook, and be eligible to enter a drawing to win a gift basket of winter goodies. (To receive credit for downloads, please go to 2nd floor Info Services before removing the download from your device.)
SPECIAL PROGRAMS THIS MONTH include Affordable Care Act signup; an attorney explaining wills and powers of attorney; auto racing history of the Roby Speedway; and for youth, a stuffed animal sleepover. Details follow.
Also, MARK YOUR CALENDARS for Thurs., Feb. 26 for Gigi Coleman's one woman show about her great aunt, African-American female pilot, Bessie Coleman.
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Programs For Adults
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 310
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/adultprograms.htm
ACME Pawn Pushers Chess
Mondays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Jan. 12 & 26 (no meeting Jan. 19- library closed)
Second Saturday from 1-4 p.m.: Jan. 10 **CANCELED** due to extreme temperature
Discussion: Novel Conversations
Mon., Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Discuss The Yard, by Alex Grecian.
Welcome to the World of Music
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.: Jan. 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.
Stitching in the Stacks
Thurs., Feb. 5 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Interested in knitting or crochet? Join this new group. All skill levels welcomed.
Discussion: International Book-ings
Wed., Jan. 14 at 1 p.m.
Discuss Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. Set in South America and based (loosely)
on a real-life terrorist event that took place in Peru in 1997, this novel balances the themes of love and crisis. Joined by no common language except music, hostages and captors forge unexpected bonds. Copies of the book are available for checkout.
Roby Speedway Memories & Stories
Sat., Jan 24 at 10 a.m. Join auto racing historians, Jerry Murawski and Stan Kalwasinski, in a look back at the old Roby Speedway. Jerry and Stan have added a lot of new stories and photos.
Racing enthusiasts are welcome to attend and reminisce.
Wills and Powers of Attorney
Wed., Jan. 28 at 2 p.m.
An attorney can help you prepare not only for your death, but also for the possibility that you should become ill or incapacitated. While there are expensive solutions for these possibilities, wills and powers of attorney are surprisingly affordable options that help to preserve family harmony during stressful periods. Spend a surprisingly lighthearted hour with us, learn something new, and get your questions answered by local attorney Meghann Labadie.
Affordable Care Act Signup Thurs., Jan. 29 from 10 a.m - 12 noonCommunity HealthNet is here to answer questions and to help patrons sign up for the Affordable Care Act.
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 Free Computer Classes Location: Computer Lab http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/computerclasses.htm
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. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call (219)931-5100 and ask for Carol Williams or ext. 345, to check availability and to reserve your slot.
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., Jan. 12 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. OR 6 p.m.
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. Must be familiar with the computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
Mon., Jan. 12 at 11 a.m.
Tues., Jan. 27 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Feb. 10 at 2 p.m. OR 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. Must be familiar with the computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
Mon., Jan. 26 at 11 a.m.
Tues., Feb. 17 at 2 p.m.
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. Must be familiar with the computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
Tues., Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. OR 6 p.m.
Windows 8 Basics:
Become familiar with the new Windows 8 layout, launch apps, move between screens and more. Must be familiar with computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
No February class
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Intermediate and advanced level classes are designed to sharpen your existing skills. Familiarity with keyboard/mouse and basic word processing is required to attend these sessions. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call (219)931-5100 and ask for Carol Williams or ext. 345, to check availability and to reserve your slot.
Word 2 - estimated class time 2 hours
Improve your documents by learning more about text, spacing, paragraph formatting, borders, bullets and more.
Tues., Jan. 13 at 2 p.m.
No February class
Word 3 (formerly Advanced Word) - estimated class time 2 hours
Go beyond text. We'll focus on working with images and shapes. Also touched upon with be text boxes and charts.
Tues., Jan 13 at 6 p.m.
No February class
Banners in Word - estimated class time 2 hours
Creating a banner using Word is easier than you think. If you can format text, adjust margins and work with images and shapes, you can do this!
Mon., Jan. 26 at 2 p.m.
No February class
Intro to Excel - estimated class time 2 hours
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.
Tues., Jan. 27 at 6 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 2 at 11 a.m.
PowerPoint - estimated class time 2 hours
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.
Tues., Jan 20 at 2 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 9 at 11 a.m.
Letters & Resumes - estimated class time 60-90 minutes
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.
(none in January)
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Programs for Teens
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 351
http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/teenprograms.htm
Teen Sweet Treats Program
Thursday, January 22 at 4 p.m.
We'll be making easy and delicious treats.
Teen Book Club
Thurs., Feb. 5 at 4 p.m.
Show your love of books and discuss what you're reading with other teens.
Prizes for those who attend.
Teen Duct Tape Roses
Thurs., Feb. 12 at 4 p.m.
Make a rose for yourself or a friend. All supplies provided.
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Programs for Youth
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336
Join us for these fun-filled programs:
Babies and Books (Ages 0 through 18 months)
Hear stories and to learn new songs and rhymes to help your baby's mind grow!
Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Jan. 22; Feb. 5 or 19
Tiny Tots (Ages 18 months through 2)
Sing songs, learn rhymes, and play!
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.: Jan. 22; Feb. 5 &19
Twos and Threes (Ages 2 and 3)
Join us as we share songs, a story, and activities about winter.
Thurs., Jan. 22 at 11 a.m.
Join us this month as we share songs, a story, and activities about Arctic animals.
Thursday, February 5 at 11 a.m.
Thursday, February 19 at 11 a.m.
Little Listeners (Ages 3 through 5)
It's that time of year again when we spend a lot of time with family and friends. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft about winter.
Tues., Jan 20 at 1 p.m.
Wed., Jan. 21 at 10:30 a.m.
Join us for songs, stories, and crafts about Arctic animals.
Tuesday, February 3 at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, February 4 at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, February 17 at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, February 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Music Monday
Join us to listen to songs, to play instruments, and to dance!
Mon., Jan. 12 at 1 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 9 at 1 p.m.
Teens and Tots
Sat., Jan. 31 at 11 a.m.
Attention Teen Mothers! Join us to help your baby's mind grow, to gather helpful resources, and to have fun with your little one.
After School Movie (ages 6-13)
Wed, Feb. 5 at 4 p.m.
Join us for Planes: Fire and Rescue, to find out if Dusty will ever race again.
Lego Club (ages 6-13)
Mon., Jan. 12 or Feb. 23 at 4 p.m.
reate with the library's Legos.
Celebrate an Author's Birthday
Wed., Jan. 14 at 12 p.m.: Let's celebrate Rosemary Wells! Join us for stories and activities based on her books.
Wed., Feb. 4 at 12 p.m.: Let's celebrate Judy Blume! Join us for stories and activities based on her Fudge series.
Just for Tweens (ages 9-13)
Thurs., Jan. 15 at 4 p.m.: What's Up, Ben? Join us to learn interesting facts about Benjamin Franklin and to celebrate his birthday.
Thurs., Feb. 26 at 4 p.m.: Celebrate National Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Share your favorite, and try to write your own.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover (Ages 4 - 8)
Tues., Jan. 20 at 5:30 p.m.: We are having a Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Bring your stuffed animal and we will share stories, sing a lullaby, and make a nametag.
Wed., Jan. 21 at 4 p.m.: The party is over, and it is time to pick up your stuffed animal. Join us to see what they did at the Library. Parents, bring a camera if you want to take a picture of your child with their stuffed animal and friends.
Kids Can 2! (ages 6-9)
Mon., Jan. 26 at 4 p.m. Tie up your tongue with wild tongue twisters.
Mon., Feb. 23 at 4 p.m. Are you a fan of Nate the Great? Join us to test your detective skills.
Hop into the New Year! (Ages 6-13)
Thursday, January 29 at 6 p.m.: Hop all around - it's a Sock Hop! Join us in your socks for games, stories, and songs.
Homeschooling and the Library
Fri., Jan. 30 at 11 a.m.: Begin the year by visiting the Library! Join us to learn how we can help you and your homeschoolers and to participate in a Scavenger Hunt. All ages are welcome, but much of the program is geared toward ages 6 - 13.
Are You Superstitious? (Ages 6-13)
Fri., Feb. 13 at 1 p.m.: Learn quirky things that people believe, and play games that test your superstitious ways.
Children's Book Discussion
Thurs., Feb. 26 at 1 p.m.: Join us as we discuss The Middle of Somewhere by J. B. Cheaney. Books will be available in late January. All ages are welcome, but much of the program is geared toward ages 10-13.
Imagine a Reading Wonderland - Winter Reading (ages 0-13)
Read books to earn prizes throughout the month of February. Visit Youth Services to learn more and to sign up for Winter Reading.
Reading Tutoring / Tutor de Lectura
The Library offers FREE reading tutoring to students in kindergarten-12th grade. This is a walk-in service. Call Youth Services for more information.
La Biblioteca ofrece tutoría GRATIS de lectura para estudiantes en el jardín de infantes hasta el grado 12. Llame a Servicios a la Juventud para más información en (219) 931-5100, ext. 336.
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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 is open during library hours.
The library accepts donations of books, magazines, movies, and music. Just bring them to the library during regular hours.
Next half-price sale: Sat., Jan. 31
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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
Mon. through Thurs.: 3:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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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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