HPL eXTRA
Hammond Public Library News

March 6, 2015
 
    
Hammond Public Library
564 State Street
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 931-5100
  
   
 
HPL is closed Tues., March 17 for a staff in-service day.

Mark your calendar for these programs:
  • Wed., March 11 at 1 p.m.: International Book-ings discusses The Housemaid's Daughter by Barbara Mutch.
  • Wed., Mar. 18 at 2 p.m.: Wills & Powers of Attorney (encore presentation by attorney Meghann LaBadie)
  • Thurs., Mar. 19 at 3 p.m.: Expungement Law in Indiana (encore presentation by attorney Lisa Beck) 
  • Tues., March 24 from 4-6 p.m.: Preschool Roundup. Participating preschools answer parents' questions.
  • Mon., March 30 from 2-4 p.m.: Blood pressure screening is given by Laura Lovell of North Shore Heath Centers.
  • Tues., April 14 from 6-8 p.m.: Enjoy magazines, e-books, audiobooks and more via our down-loadable digital content! Need a demonstration? Not sure how to get started? Bring your device to this Digital Downloads Open House and our staff will help get you started.
Borrowing a DVD? It's FREE! Also, DVDs that previously had a 2-day loan period now can be borrowed for 7 days. Fines for late DVDs are $1 per day, per DVD, with a maximum fine of $28 per DVD. 
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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

Mondays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: March 9, 16, 23 & 30 
Second Saturday from 1-4 p.m.: March 14

HPL Advocacy Committee
Tues., March 24 at 5:30 p.m.
Community members are invited to provide input.

 

Welcome to the World of Music
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.: March 11, 18 & 25

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

 

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 2-4 p.m. (*NOTE NEW TIME)
Laura Lovell from North Shore Health Centers performs blood pressure checks on the last Monday of the month. 

Free Computer Classes 

Location: Computer Lab

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.  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 30 at 2 p.m.

Mon., April 13 at 11 a.m.
Tues., April 28 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. Must be familiar with the computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.

Mon., March 9 or April 20 at 11 a.m.
Tues., March 31 or April 14 at 2 p.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. Must be familiar with the computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. 
Tues., March 10 at 2 p.m.
Mon., March 23 or April 27 at 11 a.m.
Mon., April 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. Must be familiar with the computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
Monday, March 30 at 11 a.m.

Tues., April 7 at 2 p.m.
Mon., April 13 at 2 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.
Tues., March 24 at 2 p.m.
Mon., April 6 at 11 a.m.
Mon., April 27 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., April 7 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.
Tues., April 28 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.
Tues., April 21 at 2 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.
Tues., April 21 at 6 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.
No class in April

 

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., March 9 at 2 p.m.
Mon., April 6 at 2 p.m.
 

Programs for Teens

(219) 931-5100, Ext. 351

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

 

Teen Movie: If I Stay
Tuesday March 31 at 1:30 p.m.
Free popcorn while it lasts.   

 

Teen Book Club

Thurs., April 2 at 4 p.m.

Show your love of books and discuss what you're reading with other teens.

Prizes for those who attend.

 

Teen Recycled Crafts Day
Thurs., April 23 at 4 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day and make crafts from recycled items. All supplies provided.

 

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.: March 12 & March 26; April 9 & April 23

 

Tiny Tots (Ages 18 months through 2)

Sing songs, learn rhymes, and play!
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.: March 12 & March 26; April 9 & April 23

 

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.: March 12 & March 26; April 9 & April 23

 

Little Listeners (Ages 3 through 5)

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.

 

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!
 

LEGO Club (ages 6-13)

Create with the library's LEGO blocks. 
 Mon., March 16 at 4 p.m.
  

Kids Can 2! (ages 6-9)
Mon., March 23 at 4 p.m. Cowgirls and cowboys, saddle up with Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa for a Western adventure! 

 

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.

 

CANCELLED Career Day for Homeschoolers

Friday, March 27 at 11 a.m. 

 

SPRING BREAK FUN: Life-Size Candyland (Ages 6 - 13)

Wed., April 1 at 1 p.m.
Do you like to play the game, "Candyland"? Join us to play a li-size version! Please register by calling Youth Services at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 336.

 

After School Movie (ages 6-13)
Wed., April 1 at 4 p.m.: Have you ever had a bad day? Join us to watch Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.

 

Just for Tweens (ages 9-13)
 Thurs., April 9 at 4 p.m.: Wind Power: Have you ever wondered how windmills produce power? Join us to learn and to make your own windmill.


 

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. 

  

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., March 28

   

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. 

 

 

Thank you for using the Hammond Public Library. We appreciate your support.

 

Sincerely,

Hammond Public Library Newsletter Staff