Hayward
California
Hayward Public Library News - July 2, 2023
Schools and Libraries
July 5, 2023
From: Hayward Public LibraryFree Author Talk, Book Signing, and Perfume Mixing Party Fundraiser
Saturday, July 8, Downtown Library
As a part of our Many Voices series, The Hayward Public Library and Friends of Hayward Public Library invite you to join us for an author event with Alka Joshi at the Downtown Branch of the Hayward Public Library on July 8th from Noon to 2:00pm. Alka Joshi is the literary sensation and author of the bestselling Jaipur Trilogy series, which includes The Henna Artist, The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, and The Perfumist of Paris.
Our first opportunity to meet and interact with Alka Joshi is a 45-minute perfume mixing party with a limited # of seats to enjoy an intimate outdoor setting while learning to mix your own personal scent like a true Perfumist. With the purchase of a ticket, you will receive your personalized perfume and a signed copy of "The Perfumist of Paris" for the cost of $55.
With registration for a free ticket, our second opportunity includes an hour-long indoor author talk and book signing with Alka Joshi and a chance to sample perfumes and scents. Books will be available for purchase on-site or you may bring your own copy to get signed.
Special Events
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Succulents!
Saturday, July 8, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library
This month's Seed Lending Library program is a Master Gardener talk on Succulents! Learn all about how to grow and propagate these beautiful plants
Crafting at the Library: Fused Glass Coasters
Monday, July 10, Weekes Branch -or-
Tuesday, July 18, Downtown Library
Create a set of fused glass coasters in this hands-on workshop! Students will learn basic glass fusing techniques and use colorful pre-cut glass, crushed glass, paints, and more.
Tenants' Rights Workshop with Centro Legal Services
Monday, July 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Centro Legal Services is offering this Tenants' Rights Workshop for Hayward tenants with legal issues or questions about their housing. Low-income, eligible tenants may receive a free legal consultation for advice about or limited assistance with their housing issues.
The Endless Vessel: Online Talk with Bestselling Author Charles Soule
Saturday, July 15, 11:00 a.m., Online
You’re invited to an awe-inspiring chat with New York Times bestselling author Charles Soule as he talks about his newest book, The Endless Vessel, which explores the way we’re all connected—and what can happen when we lose our capacity for joy.
Painting in Acrylics for Adults
Monday, July 17, 5:30 p.m., Weekes Branch
Join us for an acrylics painting class for adults! All tools and supplies will be provided. Wear old clothes!
Find Your Voice! Improv Comedy Show with The Men's Department
Wednesday, July 19, 5:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Join us for a special comedy performance by the improv troupe, The Men's Department. Expect a lot of laughs as the audience helps the performers determine the details of their comedy sketches.
The Voice in Our Head: Online Author Talk with Award-Winning Psychologist Ethan Kross
Thursday, July 20, 10:00 a.m., Online
When facing a challenging task, our inner voice can tell us we can’t do it or that people will laugh at us if we try. The million-dollar question is how can we transform our self-saboteur into an internal life coach that will buoy us up and help us expand our potential?
Crying in the Bathroom: Online Author Talk with Erika Sánchez
Tuesday, July 25, 1:00 p.m., Online
Growing up as the daughter of Mexican immigrants in Chicago in the nineties, Erika Sánchez was a self-described pariah, misfit, and disappointment—a rabble-rouser who painted her nails black but also loved comedy. Join us as we chat with her about her utterly original, moving, and disarmingly funny memoir-in-essays.
Mobile Health Clinic
Friday, July 28, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Downtown Library
The mobile health clinic offers free, friendly medical services for people without housing. No appointment required; just knock on the van parked in front of the library.
Services provided by Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless in partnership with Alameda Health System.
Find Your Voice! Karaoke Party!
Saturday, July 29, 1:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Find Your Voice in the Library at our Karaoke Party! Join us for an hour of fun and music. Every person who gets up to sing wins a free book! Age 18+.
Save the date! The Literary Corner will next meet on Wednesday, August 2nd.
Our selection for August will be The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. Get a copy at the library, or email [email protected]!
Recommended Reading
Yoga at the Library
Saturday, July 8, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library
Unlock energy, strength, and joy through yoga. All abilities are welcome in this wellness-focused class led by certified instructor Iva Chu from Hayward's Yoga Sociale.
Sticks & String: Open Knit/Crochet Session
Saturday, July 15, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library
Come hang out with your fellow crafty people! Sticks & String is a group of folks who like to knit, crochet, sew, and do other things with sticks and string. All skill levels welcome.
Library Commission Meeting (Open to the Public)
Monday, July 17, 6:30 p.m., Hayward City Hall, Room 2A
Members of the public are invited to attend our monthly Library Commission Meeting. The Library Commission advises the Hayward City Council on library policies including hours of service, fines and fees, library programs, capital improvements, and more.
Uke Can Do It! Strum-Alongs
Saturdays, July 8 & 22, 2:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Whether you're an old hand at Ukulele or have just started, you're welcome to join in on our group strum-along! BYOU (Bring Your Own Uke). If you don't own a uke, check one out from the Library!
Palo Alto VA Mobile Medical Clinic
Thursday, July 20, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Downtown Library
The outreach team will provide examinations, consultations, and referrals to veterans enrolled in the VA healthcare system. They will also assist veterans and their spouses, caregivers, family members, and survivors with information about enrollment for VA healthcare.
Bigger-Than-Usual Book Sale!
Saturday, July 22, 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Join us for the biggest book sale of the summer! This one's too big for the New Leaf Bookstore; we'll be upstairs in the big event space on the 2nd floor.
Lawyer in the Library Phone Appointments
July 12, 22, & 28
Need legal help? The Lawyer in the Library program is a free legal information and referral program hosted by the Hayward Public Library and staffed by a volunteer lawyer.
Online Spanish Conversation Circles
Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m., Online
Spanish Conversation Circles provide a supportive environment to practice your Spanish-speaking skills. A volunteer guides the conversation and answers questions. The circle is designed for all levels to provide the opportunity to speak and listen to one another in Spanish.
English Conversation Circles
Monday-Friday, Online and in Person at the Downtown Library
English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English-speaking skills. The goal is to strengthen conversational skills, while building confidence and community with other adults whose native language is not English.
Citizenship Resources
We offer FREE 10-week Citizenship Preparation Classes, Citizenship Mock Interview Sessions, a Citizenship Corner at the Downtown Library and one online, and much more
Tech Support Tutor Sessions
Drop-in or by appointment
Do you need some basic tech support? Tech Support Sessions are here to help. Meet one-on-one with a tutor to get assistance with basic tech issues, such as setting up your email, emailing photos, downloading an app, & more!
Library Hours
Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.