Highlights for the week of Nov. 15

** Beyond Our Borders discussion date change: Was Nov. 16; Now Nov. 23**
 
Mon., Nov. 16 at 7 p.m.: Family History: Using Obituaries
Obituaries contain many clues when tracing your roots. Learn how to find and use them. Register at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 310.

Wed., Nov. 18 at noon: Healthy Eating and You
Regional Health Center staff discuss healthy eating choices.

Wed., Nov. 18 at 3:30 p.m.: Choosing the Right College for You 
Purdue University Calumet staff explain how to start your college search. Teens, adult learners, and parents welcome.

Thurs., Nov. 19 from 10-4: Affordable Care Act signups 
A Community Health Net representative signs people up for ACA health insurance. 

Thurs., Nov. 19 at 4 p.m.: Teen Soap Making (grades 7-12)
Teens can make shaped soaks for themselves, or as gifts. All supplies are provided.
 
Thurs., Nov. 19 at 7 p.m.: It's a Wrap 
Just in time for the holidays, Jackie Riffice of Prairie Godmothers shows how natural elements and recycled papers, ribbons and boxes make stunning, low-cost gift wrap. 

 

Youth programs include:
Mon., Nov. 16: Music Monday at 1 p.m. and Lego Club (ages 6-13) at 4 p.m. 
Tues., Nov. 17: Little Listeners at 1 p.m.
Thurs., Nov. 19: Babies & Books at 10; Tiny Tots at 10:30; Twos & Threes at 11 a.m. 

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ACME Pawn Pushers chess is Mon., Nov. 15 and Nov. 23 from 10-4
Welcome to the World of Music is Wed., Nov. 18 at 6:30 p.m. but does NOT meet Nov. 25  

This week's scheduled computer classes are cancelled due to a schedule change. 

 

HPL accepts food drive donations

HPL again accepts nonperishable food items to assist Greater Hammond Community Services. Drop off your canned or boxed items at the Circulation Desk, by Sat., Nov. 21. Items should be in good condition, and not expired.
Highlights for the week of Nov. 22

Mon., Nov. 23 at 3 p.m.: Beyond Our Borders discussion
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See, a book set in 19th century China.
Copies of the book are available for checkout.

HOLIDAY HOURS:

 

Wed., Nov. 25: HPL closes at 5 p.m.
Welcome to the World of Music, which usually takes place Wednesdays at 6:30, will NOT take place on Wed., Nov. 25.

 

Thurs., Nov. 26 & Fri., Nov. 27: HPL is closed. 

 

Sat., Nov. 28: We are open. Join us that day for these two events:
  • from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Half Price Sale
    It's the last Friends half price sale of the year that is open to the public. Get bargains on books, magazines, movies and music.
  • at 3 p.m. Oldies Christmas with the Golden Tones
    Join us as the Golden Tones perform holiday favorites.     
Much, much more...

Computer classes include basic classes in using the mouse, Internet, email, and Microsoft Word. We offer free advanced classes in Word, Banners and Charts, Intro To  Excel, PowerPoint, and Letters & Resumes. Check out our classes and sign up today!

Coming up in December: 
  • Digital Download Open House- learn about eBooks and magazines
  • Smoking Cessation,from Regional Health Centers
  • No Two Snowflakes Are Alike (ages 6-9); Tween Chat and Craft (ages 10-13), plus storytimes, music, a movie, and Lego Club
  • Teen Winter Reading: Teens can enter to win a $50 Best Buy gift card
  • Songwriting Fundamentals program series: Get your song ideas onto paper!
  • EAT Murals: What's That All About? Two artists discuss their newest mural
  • "Who Is a Hoosier?," a traveling exhibition from the Indiana Historical Society, is hosted by the Hammond Historical Society.
Learn about more Youth programs
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Learn about more Adult programs
Learn more about computer classes
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