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Panel Discussion & Author Talk: Voices of Partition
Saturday, August 23, 1:00 p.m., Downtown Library
Join us for a memorable Saturday afternoon as we explore the recently launched book, 10,000 Memories, through an author talk and stories of local community members impacted by the refugee crisis that unfolded during the 1947 Partition of India.
We will travel back in time to the Indian subcontinent vicariously through captivating stories shared by Mrs. Baljit Dhillon Vikram Singh, Mr. Ali Shan, and Maj. General Ravi Chopra. Some of their stories are featured in the book. Through their stories we will explore the era of the 1940s, World War II, Independence, and Partition, allowing you to hear first-hand accounts of this historic but little-documented time period that shaped world history.
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Mr. Ali Shan was eight years old in 1947 and was orphaned during the violence of Partition. He migrated to Pakistan and later in life found profound healing from his trauma by forgiving those who harmed his family. He would like to share his message: to love everyone.
Mrs. Baljit Dhillon Vikram Singh was a seven-year-old girl when Partition took place. She describes her harrowing road journey to India through the violence and a brave act by her mother which saved her family from becoming victims.
Maj General Ravi Chopra was 8 years old when India's 1947 Partition took place. He describes being hit in the leg by a stray bullet during the Partition mayhem, and taking a train to India in which only his family survived.
Dr. Guneeta Singh Bhalla is Editor-in-chief of 10,000 Memories and the founder of The 1947 Partition Archive, which has helped preserve over 12,000 oral histories from Partition witnesses. She was previously a condensed matter physicist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. |
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Sticks & String Mini Workshop: Make a Bunny from a Knitted Square
Saturday, August 16, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library
At the August session of Sticks & String, you can learn how to make a bunny from a knitted square. This is an easy project and appropriate for beginner knitters. You can give the bunnies to your friends—they will love this personalized gift. And crocheters, you can make a bunny from a crocheted square, too! |
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Darn It! Let's Have a Patch Party! Visible Mending Workshop
Tuesday, August 19, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Have a piece of clothing that needs repair? Interested in learning some new hand sewing skills? Join us for a visible mending workshop! Darning, needle felting, sashiko, and other means of mending will be covered.
We'll have needles and thread; you bring the clothes you want to mend. Darn it! Let's have a patch party! |
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Mystery Book Club: Perfectly Nice Neighbors
Wednesday, August 20, 5:45 p.m., Downtown Library
This month's mystery is Perfectly Nice Neighbors by Kia Abdullah. About the book:
Salma Khatun is hopeful about Blenheim, the suburban development into which she, her husband, and their son have just moved. The Bangladeshi family needs a fresh start, and Blenheim feels like just the place. Soon after they move in, Salma spots her white neighbor, Tom Hutton, ripping out the anti-racist banner her son put in the front garden. Avoiding confrontation, Salma takes the banner inside and puts it in her window. But the next morning, she wakes up to find her window smeared with paint. When she does speak to Tom, battle lines are drawn between the two families. As racial and social tensions escalate and the stakes rise, it's clear that a reckoning is coming... And someone is going to get hurt.
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Seed Library Program: Growing California Native Plants
Saturday, August 23, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library
Looking for just the right plants that will thrive in your garden? Look no further! Master Gardener Ed Ellebracht will tell us all about growing California native plants. |
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Urban Cycling 101 Workshop with Bike East Bay
Saturday, August 30, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Downtown Library
Join Bike East Bay for this free workshop to learn how to ride safely and confidently! Learn essential rules of the road as well as how to equip your bike, avoid theft, and prevent common crashes. |
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Regularly Scheduled Programs
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Library Commission Meeting
Monday, August 18, 6:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Get involved! Members of the public are invited to attend our monthly Library Commission Meeting.
For more information about our commission, click the link below: |
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Yoga at the Library
Saturday, August 30, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library
Unlock energy, strength, and joy in this wellness-focused class led by certified instructor Iva Chu.
Please arrive a few minutes early and dressed for stretching. Mats provided, but if you have your own, please bring it.
Though the class is appropriate for all levels of yoga experience, many of the poses require balance and the ability to move from standing to floor-based stretches without assistance. |
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Book Sale
1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Downtown Library
Pop in to the New Leaf Bookstore on the first floor, across from the Children's Room, for some great deals! All proceeds support library programs for kids, teens, and adults. |
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Uke Can Do It! Strum-Along
Every other Saturday, 2:00 p.m., Downtown Library
Whether you are an old hand at Ukulele or have just started, you're welcome to join in on our group strum-alongs! Folks at all skill levels are invited and no registration is required.
BYOU (Bring Your Own Uke)! If you don't own one, check one out from the Library! |
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Digital Media Lab Open Hours
Wednesdays, 2:00-6:00 p.m., Downtown Library
The Digital Media Lab is a space to create, play, and learn using digital creation equipment and software at the library. For new creators and seasoned pros alike, equipment will be available to use for free. Reservations will be available and are recommended.
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Basic English Class
Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library
Everyone wants and needs to be able to read, write and speak well. Understanding phonics (the sounds of words) makes reading, writing, and speaking easier and provides the opportunity to communicate ideas and knowledge.
Small group of learners will begin by learning to read, write, and pronounce the letters in the alphabet. Then we’ll include vocabulary words and grammar.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Community Hub
Various days and times, Downtown Library
The Community Hub is offered by Hayward Public Library in partnership with Hayward Promise Neighborhoods. It is a full-service, one-stop resource center for patrons to access City of Hayward and community partner services.
Service providers include 4Cs of Alameda County, La Familia, Fresh Food for Families, and more. Check out our schedule for more info! |
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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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Library Pro Tip: Discover new places to go on a date with your library card!
Use your Hayward library card to check out free and low-cost tickets to museums, science centers, zoos, theatres, and more! Search by date to see what works with your schedule, or search by venue to discover some of the Bay Area's hidden (and not-so-hidden) treasures. Check it out: |
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Brainfuse VetNow Writing Lab
Are you looking to improve your writing skills? Look no further than Brainfuse VetNow's Writing Lab! Whether you're crafting an email, working on essays, or simply honing your communication skills, the Brainfuse Writing Lab is here to support you every step of the way. It's never too late to sharpen your writing abilities and reach your academic and professional goals.
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We've got Zip Books!
Can't find the book you need at the library? No problem! Use our new Zip Books service to have the book mailed directly to you for free, and return it to us when you're done.
This project is supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
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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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27300 Patrick Avenue
Hayward, CA 94544
510-782-2155
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