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The Weekes Branch Is Open with Tons of Programs for Kids and Teens!
Come check out our bright, shiny remodel, including fresh new furniture, computers, and educational games and toys! If you've never been there before, the address is 27300 Patrick Avenue, and it's nestled right in Weekes Park.
We'll be offering lots of programming for all ages there, including storytimes, kids' and teens' art programs, homework help for grades K-12, teen tabletop gaming and crafting sessions, and more. Click the links below to check out the kids' and teens' schedule of events and programs at Weekes: |
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The Homework Support Center Is Back!
Downtown Library: Monday-Thursday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Weekes Branch: Tuesday & Wednesday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Starting September 2 at the Downtown Library and September 10 at the Weekes Branch Library, we're offering free drop-in homework support for kids and teens in grades K-12. |
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Family Fun Art at Weekes: Suncatchers
Saturday, September 6, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Weekes Branch
We are excited to welcome Tara Rocker-Bates, a member of the Hayward Arts Council. In this art class, she will show you how to make suncatchers from cellophane paper to create a glass look, while using construction paper to create intricate frames. A brief discussion on the origin of suncatchers will be given at the beginning of the lesson. This will be looped into mindfulness, and how to use beauty and the things around us to find peace when struggling.
Sponsored by Friends of Hayward Library. |
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Self-Defense Class for Kids (Ages 7-11)
Saturday, September 13, 3:00 p.m., Downtown Library
Join us for a fun and empowering self-defense class designed specifically for kids ages 7 to 11!
Led by Sensei Anthony Thomas, a dedicated martial artist with experience dating back to 1979, this class focuses on realistic self-defense tactics that teach practical skills to help kids stay safe. |
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Learn and Play Storytime (Ages Birth-3 Years)
Mondays, 10:30 a.m., Weekes Branch
We'll sing, dance, make music, and read. This storytime has about 15-20 minutes of circle time and 15-20 minutes of playtime with toys.
This storytime is recommended for ages birth to 3 years. |
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Music and Movement
Downtown Library: Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.
Weekes Branch: Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.
Sing and dance with us every Tuesday!
Children are born with an innate love of music and movement, which play pivotal roles in the development of young children. Early literacy, physical, motor, and social-emotional skills are enhanced when children engage in activities such as dancing, singing the alphabet song, reciting rhymes, and playing instruments. Plus it's just a lot of fun! |
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Chinese Storytime 中文 故事會
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library
Storytime with Miss Wenny in Mandarin Chinese! Recommended for kids under 6.
每個人 將需要一張票參加故事會。
座位（票）有限。先到先得。
在每次故事會開始前30分鐘，在兒童部前臺領取票。
不預留座位（票）。
每個大人和小孩都需要凴自己的票入場。 |
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Bilingual Stories/Cuentos Bilingües (English and Spanish)
Thursdays, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library
Acompáñenos para cuentos bilingües con rimas, canciones, y cuentos en Inglés y Español! Todos nuestros horas de cuentos ayudan a los niños a desarrollar habilidades de alfabetización temprana a través del canto, la lectura, la escritura, la conversación y el juego.
Join us for bilingual storytime with rhymes, songs and stories in English and Spanish! |
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Preschool Stories for Ages 3-5
Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Weekes Branch
Welcome to Preschool Stories! Bring your preschool-age kids for fun pre-literacy and school readiness activities. After the 30-minute storytime there will be 15 minutes for crafts, coloring sheets, or manipulatives.
No registration required! Drop on in.
This storytime is for kids age 3-5 only. It's tailored for the interests and developmental needs and abilities of kids in that age range. Older and younger siblings who aren't disruptive may attend, but must sit with their caregivers. |
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Saturday Storytime
Saturdays, 11:00 a.m., Weekes Branch
Join a rotating cast of your favorite storytime librarians for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement! Your kids will have a blast while they develop early literacy and school readiness skills. |
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Recommended Reading for Kids |
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Picture Books About Friendship
Friendships are so important! And also, learning how to make friends and how be a good one can take time. Celebrate the joys and pitfalls of friendship with your kids and these great picture books! |
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Teen Time: Drop-In Gaming
Wednesday, September 3, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Join us every Wednesday in the Teen Room for a fun activity! Activities may include video games, crafts, and more. This week's activity: Drop-In Gaming!
Drop by to play games on the Nintendo Switch or try a board game or tabletop game! Drop-In Gaming usually happens on the 1st Wednesday of each month.
No registration required; teens ages 13 to 17 only. |
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Teen Time: Drop-In Tabletop Gaming
Thursdays, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Weekes Branch
Drop by to play a board game or tabletop game! The Games Cart will be available at the Weekes Branch Library in the Teen Area every Thursday and includes games like Connect Four, Exploding Kittens, Machi Koro, Battleship, Taco vs. Burrito, Azul, and more.
Please note that this is a self-directed activity. The Games Cart will be available for teen use, but there will not be instruction. We encourage you to bring your friends and try out a new game! |
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Teen Time: Pressed Flower Bookmark Craft
Wednesday, September 10, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Join us every Wednesday in the Teen Room for a fun activity! Activities may include video games, crafts, and more. This week's activity is: Make a pressed flower bookmark!
Decorate a wooden bookmark with a selection of real dried flowers! You get to keep your bookmark when you're done. Supplies provided.
No registration required; teens ages 13 to 17 only. Questions? Email hpl.teens@hayward-ca.gov |
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Recommended Reading for Teens |
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HPL Recommends: Coming Soon to the Teen Room
From New York Times Bestsellers to long-awaited sequels, lots of exciting books are headed to the Teen Room soon. Here are some that should be on your radar. Place a hold on a book to be the first in line! |
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The library will be CLOSED on Monday, September 1 for Labor Day
But you can borrow ebooks and audiobooks, stream movies, learn a new language, and so much more at our "virtual branch," 24/7/365! Check it out: |
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The library will be CLOSED on Tuesday, September 9 for Admission Day
In 1849, Californians sought statehood and, after heated debate in the U.S. Congress arising out of the slavery issue, California entered the Union as a free, nonslavery state by the Compromise of 1850. |
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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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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:
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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. |
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Downtown Library
888 C Street
Hayward, CA 94541
510-293-8685
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Weekes Branch
27300 Patrick Avenue
Hayward, CA 94544
510-782-2155
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