HPL eXTRA
Hammond Public Library News
February 13, 2015
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Hammond Public Library
564 State Street Hammond, IN 46320 (219) 931-5100
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Greetings!
Sweetheart Deal starts TOMORROW! Check out a DVD and get a special treat, while supplies last.
STARTING FEB. 14: A SWEETHEART DEAL FOR DVDs Starting Sat., Feb. 14, there will no longer be a charge to borrow DVDs. Also, for DVDs that had a 2-day loan period, that time is extended to 7 days. Fines for late DVDs will be $1 per day, per DVD, with a maximum fine of $28 per DVD.
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HPL IS CLOSED MON., FEB. 16 FOR PRESIDENTS DAY ____________________________________________________________________________
Bessie Coleman's story told Thursday
BESSIE COLEMAN: THURS., FEB. 19 at 6:30 p.m.: Learn about pioneer African American aviator, Bessie Coleman, in this one woman show by Bessie's great niece, Gigi 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.: Feb. 23 (Library closed Feb. 16)
Second Saturday from 1-4 p.m.: Feb. 14
HPL Advocacy Committee Tues., Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. Community members are invited to provide input.
Welcome to the World of Music Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.: Feb. 18 & 25
Free music lessons for grade 6 through adult. Limited number of keyboards available. Please bring a pencil and paper to each lesson.
African American History Program: Bessie Coleman Thurs., Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Learn about pioneer aviator, Bessie Coleman, in this one-woman show by her great niece, Gigi Coleman Grooms.
Tax Consequences of Divorce Fri., Feb. 20 at 3 p.m. Divorce may cause unforeseen tax consequences. Is there any way to prepare? Learn what to expect from attorney, Lisa Beck.
Novel Conversations Book Group Mon., March 2 at 6:30 p.m. Discuss Private by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro.
International Book-ings Book Group Wed., March 11 at 1 p.m. Discuss The Housemaid's Daughter by Barbara Mutch.
Stitching In The Stacks Thurs., March 12 at 3:30 p.m. Interested in knitting or crochet? Come join us! All experience levels welcomed.
Wills and Powers of Attorney (Encore Presentation) Wed., March 18 at 2 p.m. Attorney Meghann LaBadie explains how to protect your family, should anything happen to you.
Expungement Law in Indiana (Encore Presentation) Thurs., March 19 at 3 p.m. Attorney Lisa Beck explains Indiana's new expungement law.
Blood Pressure Screenings Mon., March 30 from 4-6 p.m. A staff member from North Shore Health Centers performs blood pressure checks on the last Monday of the month.
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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., March 2 at 11 a.m. Mon., March 30 at 2 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., March 9 at 11 a.m. Tues., March 31 at 2 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. Tues., Feb. 17 at 2 p.m. Tues., March 10 at 2 p.m. Mon., March 23 at 11 a.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. Tues., March 3 at 2 p.m. Monday, March 30 at 11 a.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. Tues., March 24 at 2 p.m.
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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., March 3 at 6 p.m.
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., March 10 at 6 p.m.
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!
Tues., March 31 at 6 p.m.
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.
Mon., March 23 at 2 p.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.
Mon., March 2 at 2 p.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.
Mon., Feb. 23 at 11 a.m. Mon., March 9 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 Book Club
Thurs., March 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 Movie: If I Stay Tuesday March 31 at 1:30 p.m. Free popcorn while it lasts.
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Programs for Youth
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336
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.
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.: Feb. 19; March 12; March 26
Tiny Tots (Ages 18 months through 2)
Sing songs, learn rhymes, and play! Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.: Feb. 19; Marc 12; March 26
Twos and Threes (Ages 2 and 3)
Join us as we share songs, a story, and activities about Arctic animals. Thursdays at 11 a.m.: Feb. 19; March 12; March 26
Little Listeners (Ages 3 through 5)
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft about Arctic animals.
Tuesday, February 17 at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, February 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts about spring! Tuesday, March 10 at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 11 at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, March 24 at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25 at 10:30 a.m.
LEGO Club (ages 6-13)
Create with the library's LEGO blocks. Mon., Feb. 23 at 4 p.m. Mon., March 16 at 4 p.m.
Kids Can 2! (ages 6-9) Mon., Feb. 23 at 4 p.m. Are you a fan of Nate the Great? Test your detective skills.
Mon., March 23 at 4 p.m. Cowgirls and cowboys, saddle up with Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa for a Western adventure!
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.
Just for Tweens (ages 9-13) Thurs., Feb. 26 at 4 p.m.: Celebrate National Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Share your favorite, and try to write your own. Thurs., March 5 at 4 p.m.: Celebrate National Name Tag Day by learning about your name and making your own name tag.
After School Movie (ages 6-13) Wed., March 4 at 4 p.m.: Join us for Frozen: Sing Along Edition and enjoy popcorn while supplies last.
Celebrate an Author's Birthday Wed., March 11 at noon: Let's celebrate Bill Martin, Jr.! Join us for activities and a discussion about his books.
Music Monday Mon., March 16 at 1 p.m.: Join us to listen to songs, to play instruments, and to dance!
Preschool Roundup Tues., March 24 at 4 p.m.: Parents, if you're thinking about sending your child to preschool in the fall, then this is the program for you! Participating preschools will be here to provide you with the necessary information and to answer any of your questions. Join us in the Community Room at any time between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Career Day for Homeschoolers
Friday, March 27 at 11 a.m.: Join us as we explore different careers. Feel free to dress for the career of your choice! All ages are welcome, but much of the program is geared toward ages 6 - 13.
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 tutor�a GRATIS de lectura para estudiantes en el jard�n de infantes hasta el grado 12. Llame a Servicios a la Juventud para m�s informaci�n 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., Feb. 28
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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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