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Jungle James Animal Adventures


Monday, July 14 and Thursday, July 17, 12:30 p.m., Downtown Library


Jungle James brings the jungle to the library to spark your imagination and fuel your curiosity! He will teach you about each animal's habitat, habits, and unique features. A subset of lucky audience members will actually get to touch some of the animals! Join us for face-to-face experiences with some of the coolest species on the planet on Monday the 14th or Thursday the 17th of July. 


This is a free program in partnership with the California State Library's Lunch at the Library program.


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More Summer Events for Kids

Just for Kids

Lunch at the Library

Monday-Friday, July 7-18, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Downtown Library


Free lunch, books and more for kids! All kids under 18 are welcome to participate. Lunch and activities are free.


No sign-up, application, income verification, or identification needed. Meals are served to all children on a first come, first served basis.


Lunch at the Library is provided in partnership with Hayward Public Library, California State Library, Hayward Unified School District, and Lunch at the Library, through the USDA Food Service Program.

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Storytime at Southland Mall

Monday, July 7, 11:00 a.m., Southland Mall


Join Miss Martha for a special storytime at Southland Mall (Food Court)! It'll be 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement activities. 

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Aguacate Music Kids: Healthy Me/Saludable soy

Monday, July 7, 12:30 p.m., Downtown Library


The Healthy Me/Saludable Soy Program is a multi-sensory, fun-filled music and movement experience designed for young children. Children have fun singing, dancing, and playing instruments during each lesson.


El programa Saludable soy es una experiencia musical y de movimiento multisensorial y llena de diversión diseñada para peques. El programa fue creado tanto para estudiantes de habla inglesa como para estudiantes de habla hispana, y es más apropiado para peques de preescolar y TK-2; no obstante, cualquiera puede disfrutar de la música.


This is a free program for children and families in partnership with the California State Library's Lunch at the Library program.

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Charla de autor virtual: Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)

Martes, 8 de julio, 11:00 a.m., en línea


Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Raúl the Third usa su cultura y su experiencia de crecer en la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México para inspirar su arte y sus historias.


Por Favor: Tenga en cuenta que esta fecha tendremos dos presentaciones de Raúl the Third: una en español y otra en inglés. Asegúrese de registrarse en el formato que prefiera.

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Online Author Talk: Drawing Your World with Raúl the Third (PK-2nd Grade)

Tuesday, July 8, 1:00 p.m., Online


Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! Raúl the Third uses his culture and his experience growing up on the US and Mexico border to inspire his art and his storytelling.


Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and once in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.

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Xtreme Science Magic

Two dates: Wednesday, July 9 -and- Thursday, July 10, 12:30 p.m., Downtown Library


Ready for some Xtreme Science Magic? Come to the library for a show that combines science and magic with lots of kid participation and humor to get kids hooked on science!


This is a free program for children and families in partnership with the California State Library's Lunch at the Library program.

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Summer Storytime Schedule

Our storytime schedule is happening now!  Click the button to see when to bring your little ones for stories, songs, and fun!

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Recommended Reading for Kids

HPL Recommends: Summery Picture Books


Nothing says summer like sitting in the shade after your picnic and reading a good book! Here are some great summery titles to read to your little ones. Check them out:

Reading List

Just for Teens

Lunch at the Library Is for Teens, Too!

Monday-Friday, July 7-18, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Downtown Library


Free lunch, books and more for kids! All kids under 18 are welcome to participate. Lunch and activities are free.


No sign-up, application, income verification, or identification needed. Meals are served to all children on a first come, first served basis.


Lunch at the Library is provided in partnership with Hayward Public Library, California State Library, Hayward Unified School District, and Lunch at the Library, through the USDA Food Service Program.

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Teen Tuesday: Movie & Craft Session

Tuesday, July 1, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Join us this summer for Teen Tuesdays! Every Tuesday we'll be offering a fun, free activity in the Teen Room (Downtown Library, 2nd Floor) for teens ages 13 to 17.


This week's Teen Tuesday is a movie showing & craft session! Drop by to watch Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves! We'll also have supplies to decorate a wooden bookmark with pressed flowers while you watch. 


No registration required. All supplies provided.

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Teen Tuesday: Craft Buffet

Tuesday, July 8, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Join us for an all-you-can-craft buffet and make whatever you want! We’ll have all sorts of supplies, including...


        Washi tape & stickers

        Paper

        Markers, colored pencils, brush pens

        Beads & bracelet-making supplies

        Pin-making supplies


Teens ages 13 to 17; no registration required.

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Teen Tuesday: Game Day

Tuesday, July 15, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Downtown Library

This week's Teen Tuesday is Game Day! Drop by to play Nintendo Switch games on the big screen or try out a board game or tabletop game. 

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Recommended Reading for Teens

HPL Recommends: One-Shot Manga


Want to get through a complete story without having to commit to a whole series? Maybe you're just manga curious and want to dip your toes in? These one-shot manga tell the entire story in just one volume. Check them out:

Reading List

Announcements

The library will be CLOSED on Friday, July 4 for Independence Day


But you can use our online resources 24/7/365! Download an ebook or audiobook; stream a movie; learn a new language or how to repair your car; get help with homework or research. All you need is a Hayward library card!

Virtual Branch

Got bored kids?


We can help! Use your Hayward Library card and Discover & Go to get free and discount tickets to tons of Bay Area attractions including the California Academy of Sciences, the Bay Area Discovery Museum, and more! Check it out:

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Curbie is Coming

Lots of times and places! Check our schedule.

Our bookmobile, affectionately known as Curbie, is coming to a neighborhood near you. When Curbie is there, you can check out books and movies, play games, get a new library card, and more!

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What else is going on at the library?


Don't just sit there wondering; visit our online event calendar! Special events, weekly and monthly programs, holiday closures, bookmobile stops... it's all in there. Check it out:

Event Calendar

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.

Downtown Library
888 C Street
Hayward, CA 94541
510-293-8685

Weekes Branch
27300 Patrick Avenue
Hayward, CA 94544
510-782-2155

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