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. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.

The Hammond Public Library offers intermediate and advanced level classes in our computer lab 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 today.

Word 2: Improve your documents by learning more about text, spacing, paragraph formatting, borders, bullets and more.
 

Join us for Frozen: Sing-Along Edition. Popcorn served while supplies last.

Florian Bolsega teaches music, mind training and basic theory. Please bring pencil and paper to each lesson.

Celebrate National Name Tag Day by learning about your name and making your own name tag.

What book are you reading right now? Show your love of books and discuss what you're reading with other teens! Prizes for those who attend.

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. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.

Open to anyone interested in chess, from beginners to Grand Masters. We can show you how to play.
Some boards provided. No dues or fees for regular meetings.

The Hammond Public Library offers intermediate and advanced level classes in our computer lab 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 today.

Letters & Resumes: 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. 
 

Little Listeners: For ages 3 to 5. Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Join us for stories, songs, and crafts about spring!

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. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class.

Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.
 

The Hammond Public Library offers intermediate and advanced level classes in our computer lab 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 today.

Word 3: Go beyond text. We’ll focus on working with images and shapes. Also touched upon with be text boxes and charts.

 

Little Listeners: For ages 3 to 5. Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Join us for stories, songs, and crafts about spring.

Let's celebrate Bill Martin, Jr.! Join us for activities, and to discuss his books.

Discuss The Housemaid's Daughter by Barbara Mutch. Copies are available for check-out.

Florian Bolsega teaches music, mind training and basic theory. Please bring pencil and paper to each lesson.

Babies and Books: For newborns through 18 months.  Join us to hear stories and to learn new songs and rhymes to help your baby’s mind grow!  Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Tiny Tots: For age 18 months through 2 years.  Join us to sing songs, learn rhymes, and play! Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

For ages 2 through 3. Join us to hear a story, sing songs, and make a simple craft about spring!

Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Interested in knitting or crochet? All experience levels are welcome. Details are with Liz at Ext. 331.

Open to anyone interested in chess, from beginners to Grand Masters. We can show you how to play.
Some boards provided. No dues or fees for regular meetings.

Open to anyone interested in chess, from beginners to Grand Masters. We can show you how to play.
Some boards provided. No dues or fees for regular meetings.

Open to anyone interested in chess, from beginners to Grand Masters. We can show you how to play.
Some boards provided. No dues or fees for regular meetings.

Listen to songs, play instruments, and dance!

Create with the library's LEGO blocks.

If you should become incapacitated, is your family provided for? Attorney Meghann LaBadie repeats her presentation on how you can use wills and powers of attorney to make sure your wishes are followed.

Florian Bolsega teaches music, mind training and basic theory. Please bring pencil and paper to each lesson.

Attorney Lisa Beck explains Indiana's new expungement law, and how to get one's record expunged.

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. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class.
Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.
 

Open to anyone interested in chess, from beginners to Grand Masters. We can show you how to play.
Some boards provided. No dues or fees for regular meetings.

The Hammond Public Library offers intermediate and advanced level classes in our computer lab 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 today.

Intro to Excel: 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.
 

Kids Can 2 is for ages 6-8. Cowgirls and cowboys, saddle up for a Western adventure with Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa.

Little Listeners: For ages 3 to 5. Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Join us for stories, songs, and crafts about spring!

Windows 8 Basics: Become familiar with the new Windows 8 layout, launch apps, move between screens and more. Familiarity with the mouse, Internet, and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.

Parents, thinking about sending yhour child to preschool in the fall? This is the program for you!

Participating preschools will be here to provide you with the necessary information and to answer your questions.
Join us in the Community Room at any time between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Community members are welcome to join the Advocacy Committee to support the library.
At this time, the Committee is assisting the HPL Foundation Board with fundraising ideas.

Little Listeners: For ages 3 to 5. Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Join us for stories, songs, and crafts about spring!

Florian Bolsega teaches music, mind training and basic theory. Please bring pencil and paper to each lesson.

Babies and Books: For newborns through 18 months.  Join us to hear stories and to learn new songs and rhymes to help your baby’s mind grow!  Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Tiny Tots: For age 18 months through 2 years.  Join us to sing songs, learn rhymes, and play! Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Twos and Threes: For ages 2 through 3. Join us to hear a story, sing songs, and make a simple craft. Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

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. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.

Open to anyone interested in chess, from beginners to Grand Masters. We can show you how to play.
Some boards provided. No dues or fees for regular meetings.

Mouse Basics:  Learn about using the mouse, common computer terms, how to work with menus and forms, how to copy and paste, and more. No experience required to attend this class.  Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.

For those in grades 7-12. Free popcorn while supplies last.

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. Familiarity with the mouse and beginner keyboarding skills are required for this class. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Registration is required. Call 219-931-5100 ext. 345 to check availability and to reserve your slot today.

The Hammond Public Library offersadvanced level classes in our computer lab 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 today.

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!

 

SPRING BREAK FUN: Life-Size Candyland (Ages 6 – 13)
Wednesday, April 1 at 1 p.m., Do you like to play the game, “Candyland”? Join us to play a life-sized version!
Please register by calling Youth Services at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 336.
 

After School Movie (Ages 6 – 13)
Wednesday, 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.
 

Florian Bolsega teaches music, mind training and basic theory. Please bring pencil and paper to each lesson.

For teens in grades 7-12.
Teens, what book are you reading right now? Show your love of books and discuss what you're reading with other teems!
Prizes for those who attend.

How much is that antique worth? Find out as Valerie Macko of Macko's Antique Galleries will appraise your item.

For questions, contact Mary Schons at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 327.

Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

Novel Conversations book discussion group will discuss Cinnamon and Gunpowder by Eli Brown.
Owen "Wedge" Wedgewood serves as the personal chef to Lord Ramsey, owner of the Pendleton Trading Company...until 1819, when notorious pirate Mad Hannah Mabbot kills Ramsey and kidnaps Wedge. Why spare a cook's life? It turns out that fine dining experiences are few and far between on the high seas. Charged (on pain of death) with creating sumptuous spreads from such unpromising provisions as gruel, rat meat, and moldy potatoes, Cinnamon and Gunpowder also provides a fast-paced, swashbuckling sea story.
 

Little Listeners (Ages 3 to 5)
 Join us this month for songs, stories, and crafts about spring animals.
 Tuesday, April 7 at 1 p.m.
 

Little Listeners (Ages 3 to 5)
 Join us this month for songs, stories, and crafts about spring animals.
 Wednesday, April 8 at 10:30 a.m.
 

Celebrate an Author's Birthday
Wednesday, April 8 at 4 p.m., Let’s celebrate Beverly Cleary! Join us for activities and a discussion about her books.

Florian Bolsega Sr. teaches music theory. Please bring pencil and paper.

Babies and Books: For newborns through 18 months.  Join us to hear stories and to learn new songs and rhymes to help your baby’s mind grow!  Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Tiny Tots: For age 18 months through 2 years.  Join us to sing songs, learn rhymes, and play! Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Twos and Threes: For ages 2 through 3. Join us to hear a story, sing songs, and make a simple craft. Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Join us this month as we share songs, a story, and activities about spring animals.

Interested in knitting or crochet? Come join us! All experience levels are welcome.

For ages 10 to 13.
Wind Power: Have you ever wondered how windmills produce power? Join us to learn and to make your own windmill!

Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

Join us to listen to songs, to play instruments, and to dance!

Ages 6-13 may create with the library's LEGO blocks.

Friends of the Library board meets.
Friends members are welcome to attend.

Florian Bolsega, Sr., teaches music theory. Please bring pencil and paper.

Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

For ages 3 to 5. Join us this month for songs, stories, and crafts about spring animals.

Community members may join the HPL Advocacy Committee to provide input and to assist the HPL Foundation Board with fundraising.

For ages 3 to 5. Join us this month for songs, stories, and crafts about spring animals.

 

Children’s Book Discussion (Geared toward Ages 8 – 13, all ages welcome)
 Wednesday, April 22 at 1 p.m., Join us as we discuss The Penderwicks: a Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy by Jeanne Birdsall. Books will be available for checkout in late March.
 

Florian Bolsega, Sr., teaches music theory. Please bring pencil and paper.

Babies and Books: For newborns through 18 months.  Join us to hear stories and to learn new songs and rhymes to help your baby’s mind grow!  Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Tiny Tots: For age 18 months through 2 years.  Join us to sing songs, learn rhymes, and play! Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

Twos and Threes: For ages 2 through 3. Join us to hear a story, sing songs, and make a simple craft about spring animals.
Programs start at the time listed. If you are running late, please join us for the next program date.  We want to make sure the program is not disrupted for other children and we also want to make sure you have the full enjoyment of the program.

For teens in grades 7-12.
Celebrate Earth Day and make crafts from everyday items! All supplies provided.

Amelia Bedelia (Ages 6 – 13)
Thursday, April 23 at 5:30 p.m., Enjoy the silly housekeeper known as Amelia Bedelia as we read and act out the meaning of her words.
 

Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

Kids Can 2 is for ages 6-9.
Monday, April 27 at 4 p.m., Let’s celebrate National Haiku Day!

Florian Bolsega Sr. teaches music theory. Please bring pencil and paper.

Family Life During the Civil War
Thursday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m., This year is the 150th Anniversary of the end of the Civil War.
We will learn about what it was like to be a kid during this time, and we will also make a Civil War craft.