HPL eXTRA
Hammond Public Library News
May 15, 2015
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Hammond Public Library
564 State Street
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 931-5100
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Greetings!
May special programs:
- Sat., May 23 at noon: Concert by the Golden Tones
Put Some Step in Your Spring! One hour of 50s, 60s, doo-wop ad Motown favorites - Thurs., May 28 at 6:30 p.m.: Shakespeare's Twelfth Night (45-minute adaptation by the Waldorf Theatre Company of Iowa)
- Sat., May 30: Summer Reading starts (all day;
Six program levels serve infants through adults)
Friends' Half Price Sale (9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; bargains on books, magazines, movies & music)
Local Author Fair (12-3 p.m.; for a list of participating authors, click here.)
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Just announced: Free showing of "No Ordinary Hero: The Superdeafy Movie" on Thurs., June 18 at 6:30 p.m. Open captioned for the deaf and hearing communities. A discussion follows, which will be sign interpreted. Reserve a ticket at via our Facebook event!
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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 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & second Saturday 1-4 p.m.
Regular meetings are open to all; all skill levels are welcome. All May sessions feature Open Chess, Fortress Chess, and the Chess Pieces. Upcoming topics are:
Mon., May 18: The Chess Pieces: How They Move and Their Value
Mon., May 25: No meeting (library closed)
HPL Advocacy Committee - Tues., May 19 at 5:30 p.m.
Community members are invited to provide input.
Welcome to the World of Music - Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.: May 20, 27; June 3, 10, 17 & 24
Free music lessons for grade 6 through adult. Limited number of keyboards available. Please bring a pencil and paper to each lesson.
Songwriting Class - Wed., May 20 & 27 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Only 2 sessions remain in this 4-part songwriting class. Get those ideas out of your head and onto paper! For details or to register, contact Mary Schons at (219) 931-5100, x327.
Blood Pressure Screenings - (No May event)
Laura Lovell from North Shore Health Centers performs blood pressure checks on the last Monday of the month.
Golden Tones: Put a Little Step in Your Spring - Sat, May 23 from 12-1 p.m.
The Golden Tones perform Motown, doo-wop and other classic hits.
Waldorf Theatre Company- Twelfth Night - Thurs., May 28 at 6:30 p.m.
This college troupe returns with another 45-minute adaptation of a Shakespearean classic. The performance is free, and a free will offering is accepted.
Summer Reading Signup - Sat., May 30 during library hours
Summer Reading is for all ages! Six program levels serve newborns through adults. Read books and be eligible to win cool prizes! ADULT THEME: "Escape the Ordinary"
Friends of the Library Half Price Sale - Sat., May 30 from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Pick up bargains in books, magazines, movies, and music.
Local Author Fair - Sat., May 30 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Local authors exhibit, sell their books, and read from their works. Authors cover a variety of genres, from children's books to fantasy, science fiction, mystery, romance, horror, memoir, and more. Click here for a list of participating authors.
(Authors- interested in displaying? A table is $30. Table fees benefit the Hammond Public Library Foundation. Space is limited to 25 tables, of which only 8 tables remain. Also, a limited number of time slots remain in which authors may perform short readings. Authors handle their own sales. For information, please email Linda Swisher or call her at (219) 931-5100, x310 or email Elizabeth Samaniego or call her at x331.
Novel Conversations Book Group - Mon., June 1 at 6:30 p.m.
We'll talk about Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. This is the story of Olympian Louis Zamperini, who was taken prisoner during World War II. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book are available for checkout.
Digital Downloads Open House - Thurs., June 4 from 2-4 p.m.
Enjoy magazines, eBooks, audiobooks and more with HPL's downloadable digital content! Need a demonstration? Not sure how to get started? Bring your device to a Digital Downloads Open House, and our staff will help you get started.
Stitching In The Stacks - Thurs., June 11 at 3:30 p.m.
Interested in knitting or crochet? Come join us! All experience levels welcomed.
Credit Repair - Thurs., June 18 at 11 a.m.
Representatives from Standard Bank & Trust present a program in English and Spanish. Learn how to fix your credit; learn about bank programs that may help.
Film: No Ordinary Hero: The Superdeafy Movie - Thurs., June 18 at 6:30 p.m.
This film is open captioned for deaf and hearing audiences. Following the film, a discussion is voiced and signed. A signing interpreter is available. To reserve your seat, visit https://www.tugg.com/events/22978.
Yusuf Ali El Poetry Reading - Sat., June 20 at 1 p.m.
Yusuf reads from his latest book of poetry, O Woman: A Tapestry of Loving You.
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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:
Tues., June 2 at 2 p.m.
Mon., June 8 at 11 a.m.
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.
Internet Basics:
Mon., May 18 at 2 p.m.
Tues., June 9 at 2 p.m.
Mon., June 15 at 11 a.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 a computer mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
Email Basics:
Mon., June 1 at 2 p.m.
Mon., June 22 at 11 a.m.
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.
Word Basics:
Mon., June 8 at 2 p.m.
Tues., June 23 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.
Windows 8 Basics:
Mon., June 1 at 11 a.m.
Tues., June 16 at 2 p.m.
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.
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Intermediate and advanced classes last approximately 2 hours and 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
Tues., May 19 at 2 p.m.
Tues., June 9 at 6 p.m.
Improve your documents by learning more about text, spacing, paragraph formatting, borders, bullets and more.
Word 3
Tues., May 26 at 2 p.m.
Tues., June 16 at 6 p.m.
Go beyond text. We'll focus on working with images and shapes. Also touched upon with be text boxes and charts.
Banners in Word
Mon., June 22 at 2 p.m.
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!
Intro to Excel
Mon., May 18 at 11 a.m.
Tues., June 23 at 6 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
Tues, May 19 at 6 p.m.
Mon., June 15 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
Tues., June 2 at 6 p.m.
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.
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD OPEN HOUSE
Thurs., June 4 from 2-4 p.m.
Enjoy magazines, eBooks, audiobooks and more with HPL's downloadable digital content. Need a demonstration? Not sure how to get started? Bring your device, and our staff will help!
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 Programs for Teens (219) 931-5100, Ext. 351 http://www.hammond.lib.in.us/teenprograms.htm
Check out HPL's teen Tumblr page! http://hammondpubliclibraryteens.tumblr.com
Summer Reading starts Sat., May 30, so sign up early and you could win great prizes!
Teen theme: "Unmask!"
Teen Magnetic Bookmarks: Thursday, May 28 at 4 p.m.
Get ready for the Teen Summer Reading Program by making a crafty bookmark.
Teen Book Club: Tues., June 9 at 1:30 p.m.
Show your love of books and discuss what you're reading with other teens. Prizes for those who attend.
Teen Movie: Big Hero 6 - Tuesday, June 16 at 1:30 p.m.
Free popcorn while supplies last.
Teen Ice Cream Shakes Program - Tuesday, June 23 at 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a refreshing treat!
Teen Shrinky Dinks Craft: Tuesday, June 30 at 1:30 p.m.
Make a fun craft using images, plastic, and heat.
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Programs for Youth
(219) 931-5100, Ext. 336
Youth Services is busy planning SUPER Summer Reading Programs. Join us for the following programs in May, and check back soon for a calendar full of exciting activities. Summer Reading, "Every Hero Has a Story," begins on Saturday, May 30.
Kids' Drive-In (All children under 14 are welcome) Tuesday, May 26 at 6 p.m.
Join us for an indoor drive-in movie! Create your own "car" to sit in and enjoy a few short movies. Bring your blanket, too, to make yourself comfortable! Popcorn will be served while supplies last.
Babies and Books (Ages 0 through 18 months)
Join us on the following dates to hear stories and to learn new songs and rhymes to help your baby's mind grow!
Thursdays at 10 a.m.: June 4, 11, 18 & 25
Tiny Tots (Ages 18 months through 2)
Join us on the following dates to sing songs, learn rhymes, and play!
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.: June 4, 11, 18, 25
Twos and Threes (Ages 2 and 3)
Join us to explore Community Heroes.
Thursdays at 11 a.m.
June 4: Learn about heroes who help us when we are sick.
June 11: Learn about heroes who protect us.
June 18: Learn about heroes who drive big trucks.
June 25: Learn about heroes who protect our country, and make a thank-you card to send to our troops.
Little Listeners (Ages 3 through 5)
Join us to explore Community Heroes.
Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
June 2: Learn about heroes who help us when we are sick.
June 9: Learn about heroes who protect us.
June 16: Learn about heroes who drive big trucks.
June 23: Learn about heroes who protect our country, and make a thank-you card to send to our troops.
Kids Can 2! (Ages 6 through 9)
Mondays at 2 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted)
June 1 at 4 p.m.: Learn about legends and folklore.
June 8: Learn about everyday animal heroes, and play a tracking game.
June 15: Learn about children just like you who are heroes.
June 22: Be a spelling hero and win a Spelling Bee!
Beginner Science Club (Ages 6 through 9)
Thursdays at 2 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted)
Join us this summer to learn about heroes in Science.
June 4 at 4 p.m.: Learn about Archimedes.
June 11: Learn about Leonardo Da Vinci and how to understand your body.
June 18: Learn about William Wrigley and his knowledge of soap.
June 25: Learn about science heroes who discovered the science of light and colors.
Lego Club (Ages 6 through 13)
Join us this month to build something SUPER for a Lego Contest!
Wednesdays at 2 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted)
June 3 at 4 p.m.
June 10, 17 & 24 at 2 p.m.
Tween Science Club (Ages 10 through 13)
Join us this summer to learn about heroes in Science.
Thursdays at 2 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted)
June 4 at 4 p.m.: Learn about Archimedes and buoyancy by creating a boat out of everyday supplies. Please Note: Kids might get wet!
June 11: Learn about Charles Richter and test your hand at seismology by making an earthquake!
June 18: Join us to learn about Jacques Cousteau, oceans, and underwater life.
June 25: Learn about Buzz Aldrin, Apollo 11, and other space exploration.
Reader's Theater (Ages 6 through 13)
Do you like to act? Do you like to create? This summer, the Reader's Theater Group will perform Matilda by Roald Dahl. Join us on these dates for more information.
Thursdays at 3 p.m.
June 11: Parents - Please join us for the beginning of this first session.
June 18
June 25
Summer Movie (Ages 6 through 13)
Popcorn will be served while supplies last.
Fridays at 1 p.m.
June 5 - Brave
June 12 - The Lego Movie
June 19 - Dolphin Tale 2
June 26 - Big Hero 6
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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., May 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friends members: Do we have your email address? We're creating an email list just for Friends members, to keep you informed about Friends news and events. Thank you for being a Friend: Click to see this video created to show our appreciation to the Friends. |
 Hammond Public Library Foundation About the Foundation: The purpose of the Hammond Public Library Foundation is to promote the development, expansion, and improvement of the Hammond Public Library facilities, services, and materials and to aid and assist in all facets of Hammond Public Library operations and for other charitable and educational purposes within the Library.
Our current project is to raise enough funds to purchase on behalf of the Library and its cardholders the Mango Languages Database. The project is two-fold:
(1) to raise enough to begin an annual subscription
(2) to raise the remaining amount needed to fund a lifetime subscription. Hammond residents and any HPL cardholder would have 24/7 access via smartphone, tablet or PC to language learning software, including more than 60 foreign language ouses and 17 English as a Second Language courses, international foreign films, and more at no cost!
Visit the Foundation's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hplfoundation or our Mango Database Fundraising page at www.gofundme.com/hplfmango.
You can also contribute by check, payable to HPL Foundation with "Mango" in the memo. Donations may be mailed to: HPL Foundation, 564 State St, Hammond, IN 46320, or dropped off at the Library in an envelope labeled "ATTN: HPL Foundation."
Advocates who wish to lend their support by volunteering time to staff events, performing clerical work or to help in any other way, contact the Foundation directly at hplfoundation@hammond.lib.in.us or (219) 931-5100, x372.
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Hours and Location
For a Google map of our location, go to: https://goo.gl/maps/9RAEj
Hammond Public Library
564 State St., Hammond, IN 46320 (Parking lot is at Sibley & Sohl)
(219) 931-5100
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 or Twitter,
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.
TEEN SCENE SUMMER HOURS:
from Fri., June 5 to Sat., Aug. 8, Teen Scene will be open during library hours.
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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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