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Computer Classes (teens & adults)

Free one-hour classes are held in the Com-puter Lab. Space is limited; classes are first-come; first-served. Details are with Brianna Bone, (219) 931-5100, ext. 331.

Digital Download Open House Monday, November 11 from 1-3 p.m.

Mouse Basics Tuesday, November 5 at 7 p.m.

Word Basics Thursday, November 7 at 10 a.m.

Word Basics 2 Thursday, November 7 at 2 p.m.

Internet Basics Tuesday, November 12 at 2 p.m.

Email Basics Tuesday, November 12 at 7 p.m.

Word Basics 3 Thursday, November 14 at 10 a.m.

Word Basics 4 Thursday, November 14 at 2 p.m.

Publisher Basics Tuesday, November 19 at 2 p.m.

Publisher Basics 2 Tuesday, November 19 at 7 p.m.

Excel Basics Thursday, November 21 at 10 a.m.

Internet Basics for Seniors Thursday, November 21 at 2 p.m.

Mouse Basics for Seniors Tuesday, November 26 at 2 p.m.

Email Basics for Seniors Tuesday, November 26 at 7 p.m.

Book Clubs & Discussions

Novel Conversations Book Club Monday, November 4 at 6:30 p.m. Discuss East of Eden by John Steinbeck. Copies are at the Circulation Desk.

The Walking Dead Club *NEW* Monday, November 18 at 6 p.m. Read the graphic novels, discuss the show, cosplay, and share your love of all things The Walking Dead.

African American Literature Book Club Thursday, November 21 at 6:30 p.m. Black Labor, White Wealth by Claud Anderson. Copies are at Information Services.

Other Adult Classes and Events

ACME Pawn Pushers chess club Tuesdays: See HPL online calendar for dates and times. Regular meetings are free and open to all skill levels.

Welcome to the World of Music Wednesdays: See HPL online calendar for dates and times. Learn mind training and music theory. Bring pencil and paper.

Coloring for Adults Wednesday, November 6 at 2:30 p.m. Relax and color! Supplies and snacks pro-vided courtesy of Friends of the Library.

HIV and Hep C Aliveness Program Thursday, November 7 at 1 p.m. The Aliveness Project staff will share information about resources that sup-port the HIV population.

Job Training Workshop: Learn Basic Job Training Skills and How to Write a Resume Monday, November 11 at 6 p.m. Learn basic job training skills on how to do interviews, and on writing a great resume.

HPL Heritage Hunters Wednesday, November 13 at 6:30 p.m. Work on your family history and get basic help at this open session. All levels of interest and experience welcome!

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Special Events Friends/Hammond Historical Society Saturday, November 2 at 10 a.m. Friends of the Library and Hammond Historical Society meet as Dr. Kenneth Schoon presents “Swedish Settlements Along the Southern Shore of Lake Michi-gan.” Refreshments; open to all.

Genealogy Research: Obituaries Wednesday, November 6 at 6:30 p.m. Learn how to scour an obituary for clues, and where to find obituaries and other records of deaths. Computers are limited to 15 people, but you may bring your own laptop to follow along.

Hammond Public Library FanFest Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. WTTW Kids BIG IDEA, Clifford the Big Red Dog, vendors and artist, crafts for children, Japanese Calligraphy Class, cosplay competition — please dress

appropriately, Dungeons & Dragons, Free goodies and more!

Feature Film Screening in ASL Monday, November 11 at 6:30 p.m. A family must navigate their lives in silence to avoid mysterious creatures that hunt by sound. Join us for a screen-ing of A Quiet Place that uses American Sign Language (ASL). Refreshments will be provided.

Facts and Myths of CBD Oil and Prescription Medicine Tuesday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m. Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is the hot, new product for patients with many chronic medical conditions. Is it effective or worth the risk? You will be instructed on safe medication use to avoid problems and adverse reactions. Ash Rahmany, Vyto’s Pharmacy Consultant will discuss CBD oil and medication safety, followed by a question and answer period.

Hammond Public Library

November 2019

Programs

Adult programs, continued

Looking for Adult Education? Tuesday, November 19 at 6:30 p.m. Adult Education Department - School City of Hammond visits the library to discuss the courses currently offered including High School Equivalency Test (TASC), English as a Second Language (ESL) and how to apply, and more.

The Welcome Network Wednesday, November 20 at 6 p.m. Tony Burrell of The Welcome Network discusses the immigration crisis.

Blood Pressure Screening Thursday, November 21 from 12-2 p.m. Courtesy of NorthShore Health Centers.

Tuesday, November 26 at 10 a.m. PG-13)

Crafting with Creativebug Tuesday, November 26 at 6:30 p.m. How to fold a paper box.

Books, Brushes & Bands for Education Holiday Musical Previews Vocal Holiday Preview Monday, November 25 at 5:30 p.m. Instrumental Holiday Preview Thursday, December 5 at 5:45 p.m.

Fundraisers

Friends’ Half-Price Book Sale Saturday, November 30 from 9:30-4:30

Exhibits and Displays

Galleries: Works by Connie Sarris Display case: Custom hand-painted tiles and china by Marilyn Langbehn

Youth Programs (Infants - 13 years)

Early Literacy Programs

Babies and Books (Ages: infancy to 18 months)Thursday, November 7 at 10 a.m. Thursday, November 21 at 10 a.m.

Tiny Tots (Ages: 18 months to 2 years)Thursday, November 7 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 21 at 10:30 a.m.

2’s and 3’s (Ages: 2 years and 3 years)Join us to learn about the alphabet!Thursday, November 7 at 11 a.m. This week we will learn about the letters H and I

Thursday, November 21 at 11 a.m. This week we will learn about the letter J!

Little Listeners (Ages: 3 years to 5 years) Join us this month to enjoy stories, songs, and a craft about veterans. Monday, November 4 at 1 p.m. Monday, November 18 at 1 p.m.

Little Builders (Ages: 2 years to 5 years) Wednesday, November 13 at 10 a.m. What can you build with blocks? Join us to build with a variety of blocks and building toys made specially for little hands.

General Programs

Day of the Dead Celebration Friday, November 1 at 3:30 p.m. Drop in for a Day of the Dead activity between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Write On! (Ages: 6 years to 13 years)Monday, November 11 at 4 p.m. Write your own creative story in HPL’s Writing Club.

Pajama Storytime (Ages: 3 years to 5 years) Monday, November 11 at 6 p.m. Wear your pajamas and join us for a sleepy storytime! We will sing songs, read, and make a craft.

Monthly Movie: Toy Story 4 (Ages: 6 years to 13 years)Wednesday, November 13 at 4 p.m. Toy Story 4. Let’s go on a road trip with our favorite toys. Snacks will be served while supplies last, and Closed Caption-ing will be used.

STEM Squad (Ages: 6 years to 13 years) Thursday, November 14 at 4 p.m. It all started with a mouse! Celebrate Mickey Mouse’s birthday by learning the science behind amusement parks, and design your own park!

Maker Mania (Ages: 6 years to 13 years) Saturday, November 16 at 2 p.m. Drop in to Maker Mania to tinker with tech-y tools, and to make and create.

Kids Can Too (Ages 6 years to 9 years) Wednesday, November 20 at 4 p.m. Let’s talk about gratitude. What are you thankful for? We will talk about being thankful as well as make a craft.

Lit to Be Fit (Ages: 6 years to 13 years) Saturday, November 23 at 2 p.m. Get fit and have fun! The library is a great place for exercising your mind, and now you can exercise the rest of you!

Just for Tweens (Ages: 10 years to 13 years)Wednesday, November 27 at 2 p.m. Self-care: what is it? Learn how to take care of the most important person in your life – YOU!

In-Between Book Discussion (Ages: 10 years to 13 years) Monday, December 2 at 4 p.m. Join us to discuss El Deafo by CeCe Bell. Books are available for checkout at Circulation Services.

Teen Programs (Grades 7-12)

All programs are for teens in grades 7-12. Questions? Ask at the Infor-mation Desk or call (219) 931-5100, ext. 351. Don’t forget to “friend” the Library on Facebook! www.facebook.com/HammondLibrary

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Teen Books & Bites Tuesday, November 5 at 3:30 p.m. Let’s talk about books! Snacks pro-vided.

HPL FanFest! Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. WTTW Kids BIG IDEA, vendors, crafts for children, Japanese calligraphy class, Dungeons and Dragons and more! Come dressed as your favorite character and you could win in a prize our cosplay competition! Questions? Call (219) 931-5100, ext. 332.

Teen Make It & Take It: Soapmaking Wednesday, November 20 at 6 p.m. Learn how to make soaps in fun shapes! All supplies and snacks are provided.

Thanksgiving Hours: Wednesday, November 27 Library closes at 5:00 p.m.

The Library will be CLOSED Thursday, November 28 &

Friday, November 29