Local Author Fair The following authors are

confirmed for HPL’s Local Author Fair on Sat., May 5 from 12-3 p.m.: Don S. McClure, James McNabney, Elvis Slaughter, Rosemary Gard, Laura Eckroat, Adra Young, D. A. Rhodes, Imani Josey, Valri Kemp-Davis, Mark Cusco Ailes and Derek Ailes. Tables still remain; to participate, contact Linda Swisher at (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or Debra Powers at ext. 320.

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April 8-14 is National Li-brary Week, an annual cele-bration of the life-changing work of libraries, librarians and library workers. Librar-ies aren’t just places to bor-row books or study—they’re also creative and engaging community cen-ters where people can col-laborate using new technol-ogies and develop their skills and passions.

Libraries of all types have long been evolving to meet the needs of the communi-ties they serve. Diverse groups including elected officials, small business

owners and students de-pend upon libraries and the resources they offer. Re-sources such as e-books and technology classes, materi-als for English-language learners and programs for job seekers are just a few ways libraries and librari-ans are transforming to lead their communities.

Community members can also develop their own lead-ership skills at the library, with endless opportunity to build skills and confidence through resources and pro-gramming.

“The library helps lead our community by advocating for widespread access to crucial services and lifelong learning,” said Rene L. Greenleaf, executive direc-tor. “Libraries level the play-ing field for people of any age who seek information and access to technologies to improve their quality of life.”

First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance spon-sored by the American Li-brary Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April.

National Library Week 2018: ‘Libraries Lead’

HPL staff again show their spirit during Na-tional Li-brary Week

from April 9-14. Here’s what’s happening:

Mon., April 9: Hero/Villain - staff dress as their favorite

literary hero or villain.

Tues., April 10: Team Spirit Tuesday - staff wear appar-el to cheer for their favorite sports team.

Wed., April 11: Wear the Book Wednesday - staff members dress as a favorite literary character.

Thurs., April 12: Throwback Thursday - Staff’s clothing depicts a favorite era.

Fri., April 13: Favorite Print Friday - dots, stripes, camo or plaid; we wear it all.

Sat., April 14: Shade Satur-day - HPL staff wear any-thing from Ray-Bans to cheap sunglasses.

Staff ad-‘dress’ Library Week with spirit

HPL Happenings (Clockwise from bottom left): Teacup Garden Workshop’s finished projects. Artist Alice Nebelsiek explains a step in the project. Top right: HPL’s first Science Fair drew eight partici-pants. Category winners were Bruce, Joshua, and Xander. One of the projects is shown. Bottom right: Linda Peters and Sherri Ervin show Charles Eaton how to use the new DIBS system to book a meeting room. Bruce wins the Youth Services Winter Reading drawing.

Misty Copeland is 2018 National Library Week Honorary Chair. In 2015, Misty became the first African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer in the American Ballet Theatre’s 75-year history. Misty is the author of he New York Times bestselling memoir, Life in Motion. Her 2014 picture book, Firebird, won the Coretta Scott King Book Illustrator Award in 2015. Her new book, Ballerina Body, was published in March 2017. She was named National Youth of the Year Ambassador for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Ameri-ca in June 2013. In 2014, President Obama appointed Misty to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition. In 2015, she traveled to Rwanda with MindLeaps to help launch its girls program and to establish The Misty Copeland Scholarship.

Adult Programs, continued Antiques Appraisal Thursday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m.

What’s your stuff worth? Antiques deal-er Valerie Macko gives oral appraisals. Limit of three items per person.

Computer Classes (teens & adults) Free classes are held in the Computer Lab. Reservations are not needed; space is first-come, first-served. Details are with Bri-anna Bone at (219) 931-5100, Ext. 331.

Excel Basics Tuesday, April 3 at 2 p.m.

Internet Basics Tuesday, April 3 at 7 p.m.

Word Basics Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 26 at 10 a.m.

Word Basics 2 Thursday, April 5 at 2 p.m.

Word Basics 3 Thursday, April 12 at 10 a.m.

Mouse Basics for Seniors Tuesday, April 10 at 2 p.m.

Researching 101 Tuesday, April 10 at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at 2 p.m.

PowerPoint Basics Tuesday, April 17 at 2 p.m.

Email Basics Tuesday, April 17 at 7 p.m.

Internet Basics for Seniors Thursday, April 19 at 10 a.m.

Publisher Basics Thursday, April 19 at 2 p.m.

Mouse Basics Tuesday, April 24 at 2 p.m.

Working with Photos Tuesday, April 24 at 7 p.m.

Social Media 101 Thursday, April 26 at 2 p.m.

Digital Download Open House Monday, April 9 from 1-3 p.m.

Teen Programs (grades 7-12)

Questions? Call 931-5100 ext. 351. “Like” the Library on Facebook! HPL has also has a Tumblr for teens! http://hammondpublic libraryteens.tumblr.com/

Teen Scene hours: Monday – Thursday: 3—9 p.m. Friday: 3—5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m.—5 p.m. Teen Coloring Program Thursday, April 12 at 4 p.m. Relax with friends while coloring. All supplies, including snacks, provided.

Youth Programs

Early Literacy Programs

Babies & Books (Ages infancy - 18 mos.) Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 19 at 10 a.m.

Tiny Tots (Ages 18 months to 2 years) Thursday, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 19 at 10:30 a.m.

2’s and 3’s (Ages 2 and 3) Join us to focus on the alphabet! Thursday, April 5 at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 19 at 11 a.m.

Little Listeners (Ages 3 to 5) Take a walk through a rainforest this month with stories, songs, and crafts. Tuesday, April 3 at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 17 at 1 p.m.

Little Builders (Ages 2 to 5 years) Wednesday, April 11 at 10 a.m. Learn and play with Megablocks.

Music Monday (Ages infancy-13 years) Monday, April 30 at 1:30 p.m. Listen to and sing songs, play instru-ments, and dance your wiggles away!

Saturday Storytime (30 minutes) (Children of any age and ability) Saturday, April 14 at 10:30 a.m. Join us for a story, movement, and songs about spring and Earth Day. This sto-rytime is sensory friendly.

General Programs

Monthly Movie (Ages 6 years-13 years) Wednesday, April 4 at 4 p.m. My Little Pony: Will Twilight Sparkle and her friends save Ponyville? Closed captioned; popcorn while supplies last.

In-BeTWEEN Book Discussion (Ages 10-13 years) Monday, April 9 at 4 p.m. Let’s discuss The Strange Case of Origa-mi Yoda by Tom Angleberger! A lim-ited number of copies are available for checkout at Circulation Services.

Kids Can 2! (Ages: 6 years to 9 years) Wednesday, April 11 at 4 p.m. Join us to make bookmarks after a be-hind-the-scenes tour of the library in celebration of National Library Week.

Just for Tweens (Ages: 10 to 13 years) Thursday, April 12 at 4 p.m. Learn about tween-friendly eResources such as Freegal, Hoopla, Overdrive, and Global Road Warrior. Make a bookmark.

Computers for Kids (Ages: 8-13 years) Saturday, April 14 at 11 a.m. Learn how to use the library’s online catalog and other e-resources such as Zinio and Mango Languages.

Lego Club (Ages: 6 years to 13 years) Monday, April 16 at 4 p.m. Bring your imagination and create with the library’s Legos!

Kids Night at the Library (Ages: 6 years to 13 years) Thursday, April 19 at 6 p.m. How can you help the Earth? Celebrate Earth Day with a discussion and a craft.

Introduction to Coding for Kids (Ages: 6 years to 13 years) Friday, April 20 at 3:45 p.m. Are you interested in learning about cod-ing? Join us for an introduction. Class is limited to the first 12 children who arrive.

Sing and Sign Family Storytime (chil-dren of all ages/abilities and families) Wednesday, April 25 at 6 p.m. Join us for a family storytime! ASL inter-pretation will be provided.

I SURVIVED at the Library (Ages: 6-13) Thursday, April 26 at 4 p.m. Join us for a discussion and activity based on I SURVIVED the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937 by Lauren Tarshis.

Every Child Ready to Read @ Your Library: Parent Workshop (For parents & caregivers of youth from birth to 5 years) Friday, April 27 at 10 a.m. You are your child’s first teacher! This workshop is designed to help you learn about the five early literacy practices.

DIA: Diversity in Action (Ages: 6-13) Monday, April 30 at 4 p.m. Drop in to Youth Services between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to celebrate Children’s Day/El Dí a de los Nin os!

April 2018 programs Friends Board Tuesday, April 10 at 1 p.m. Friends members are welcome to attend.

Friends Half-Price Book Sale Sat., April 28 from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Library Foundation Tuesday, April 3 at 10 a.m.

HPL Board of Trustees Meeting Tues., April 24 at 5:30 p.m.

Exhibits, Displays

Display & Gallery: BESS Art Exposure

Book Discussions Books may be checked out at the Circulation Desk one month before the program, or see our e-resources for digital versions.

Novel Conversations Mon., April 2 at 6:30 p.m. Discuss Private: #1 Suspect by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro.

Beyond Our Borders

Monday, April 16 at 1 p.m.

Discuss Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Eliza-

beth Bisland’s History-Making Race

Around the World by Matthew Goodman.

Other Adult Programs

ACME Pawn Pushers chess club Mon., Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 11a.m.-2 p.m. Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

Welcome to the World of Music Wed., April 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30 p.m. Florian Bolsega teaches mind training and music theory. Bring pencil and paper.

Writer’s Workshop Sat., April 7 from 2-4 p.m. Author Naleighna Kai teaches you how to tell your story in an engaging way, and how to sell more books. For details, contact Debra Powers at ext. 320.

Coloring for Adults Tuesday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m. Relax and color. All supplies provided.

Introduction to Astronomy Wed., April 18 at 7 p.m. The first in a series of programs for

adults. Learn what astronomy is, and learn about upcoming astronomical events viewable with the naked eye.

Coloring for Seniors Thursday, April 19 at 10:30 a.m. Relax and color. All supplies provided.

Reconnecting with Robertsdale Saturday, April 21 from 2-4 p.m. Explore the Robertsdale area through photos from our Local History Room. A continuous slideshow of images will be displayed in the Community Room. Origi-nal images will be on display in the Local History Room. Share your Robertsdale area photographs through our Facebook page! Refreshments courtesy Friends of the Library.

Tuesday Morning Movie Tuesday, April 24 at 10 a.m. Watch Man of Steel.

Navigate Hammond’s Digital Yearbooks Wednesday, April 25 at 6:30 p.m. Meet in the Computer Lab as our local history librarian shows you how to use HPL’s digitized yearbook collection.

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the Website, by Jenny Bean Mergent Intellect is newest e-resource; new audiovisual resources in-house, online

Mergent Intellect is a highly flexible web-based application that features a deep collection of worldwide business information that enables companies to gener-ate insightful business intelligence. Intellect is powered by the same Dun & Bradstreet® data found in Hoover’s™, and includes content from First Research®. Use it to research companies, develop mailing lists and perform market re-search. Coupling Mergent’s expertise in developing products for the reference

marketplace with D&B®’s private company database, Mergent Intellect allows you to access private and public U.S and international business data, industry news, facts and figures, execu-tive contact information, the ability to access industry profiles, and much more.

Access Mergent Intellect from the library’s eResource page or www.mergentintellect.com

New app: Freegal music will be down for several hours April 4, and relaunch with new mobile

apps, curated playlists and a modern new interface. Stream anytime; download three tunes a week.

New on our shelves: Blu-Ray Discs join our DVD collection! Visit us or check our catalog

to see what’s on the shelves now. Check back as we add more.

Coming soon: GoChip Beams will be joining our movie collection. Library Ideas, devel-

oper of the Freading ebook and Freegal music solutions for libraries, offers the GoChip Beam for lending movies and television series. Each GoChip Beam device contains a small Wi-Fi rout-er, rechargeable battery, and solid state storage preloaded with five feature length movies or an entire season of a television series, all enclosed in a 3.5-by-1-inch stick. After downloading an app and connecting to the GoChip Wi-Fi signal, up to eight simultaneous users (within a 75-foot radius of the device) can stream any movie or episode stored on the GoChip to Apple and Android tablets and mobile devices, as well as to Mac and Windows laptops and desktops.

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