The Literary Corner: Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson
Wednesday, September 6, 5:30 p.m., Downtown Library

Welcome to The Literary Corner, our monthly literary fiction book club for adults! This month's selection is Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson. Get a copy at the library, or email ricardo.antoni@hayward-ca.gov!

Life, Love, Family, and Food: Online Author Talk with Lidia Bastianich 
Thursday, September 7, 4:00 p.m., Online

You’re invited to an intimate evening with award-winning television host and bestselling author Lidia Bastianich as she talks about her memoir, My American Dream: A Life of Love, Family, and Food. 

Tenants' Rights Workshop with Centro Legal Services
Monday, September 11, 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.

Age Well / Drive Smart
Thursday, September 14, 2:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Drive safer and longer with these tips from the California Highway Patrol! This two-hour course is for drivers age 55 and up. Completing this course will get you a certificate that may get you a discount from some insurers. 

Sticks & String: Open Knit/Crochet
Saturday, September 16, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library

Come hang out with your fellow crafty folks! Sticks & String is a group of folks who like to knit, crochet, sew, and do other things with sticks and string.

This week we're hosting an open knit/crochet session.

How to Save Seeds: A Master Gardener Workshop
Saturday, September 16, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library 

Ever wonder how to save seeds for next year? Join this seed saving workshop taught by Master Gardener Irene Beebe! You’ll learn how to save seeds from your garden and discover the value of building your own heirloom seed library.

How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most: Online Author Talk with Adam Alter 
Wednesday, September 20, 11:00 a.m., Online

Almost everyone feels stuck in some way. The resulting emotion is usually a mix of anxiety, uncertainty, fear, anger, and numbness. Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author Adam Alter about his new book, Anatomy of a Breakthrough: How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most. 

Mobile Health Clinic
Friday, September 22, 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Downtown Library 

The mobile health clinic offers free, friendly medical services for people without housing. First come, first served. No appointment required; just come to the van parked in front of the library.

Services provided by Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless in partnership with Alameda Health System. 

Discusión de libros en español: Casa de furia
Sábado 23 de septiembre, 2:00 p.m., en la biblioteca del centro de Hayward

Acompañe al Concejal de Hayward y profesor de Español Francisco Zermeño en una discusión del libro << Casa de furia >> de Evelio Rosero. Para más información o para obtener una copia del libro, póngase en contacto con Héctor Villaseñor al 510-881-7974 - hector.villasenor@hayward-ca.gov.  

On Writing Three International Bestsellers: An Author Talk with Amor Towles
Wednesday, September 27, 5:00 p.m., Online

Please tune in as we chat online with New York Times bestselling author Amor Towles about his incredible body of work. His books have sold more than 6 million copies worldwide and have been heralded as irresistible, marvelous, and gorgeously-crafted books of beauty. 

Bay Area Birding: Shorebird Migration
Saturday, September 30, 1:00 p.m.

Each year, over 1 million shorebirds spend time at the San Francisco Bay, with many using its marine buffet to fuel their migrations. Get to know the shorebirds that call the bay home for part of the year and learn why many migrate to other areas to nest.

Makerspace Project of the Month: Sew a Drawstring Bag 

Did you know September is National Sewing Month? Celebrate by learning how to sew a FREE custom drawstring bag for your phone, sunglasses, or other small personal items! Available while supplies last. Reserve a sewing machine appointment today!

If you liked Red, White & Royal Blue...

...you'll like these books because they also feature LGBTQIA+ romances, royalty, and witty banter! If Alex and Henry's relationship in the book or movie made you swoon, you'll adore these books too. Check them out:

Uke Can Do It! Strum-Alongs
Saturdays, September 2, 16, & 30, 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!

Lawyer in the Library Phone Appointments

September 5, 13, 23, & 29

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. 

Hayward Library Commission Meeting

Monday, September 18, 6:00 p.m.

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.

Palo Alto VA Mobile Medical Clinic
Thursday, September 21, 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.

Yoga at the Library
Saturday, September 30, 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.

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!

Save the date! The Literary Corner will next meet on Wednesday, October 4th.

Our selection for October will be Exit West by Mohsin Hamid. Get a copy at the library, or email ricardo.antoni@hayward-ca.gov!

The library will be closed on Monday, September 4 for Labor Day and Saturday, September 9 for California Admission 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 do some research. All you need is a Hayward library card!

The Downtown Library only will be closed on Thursday, September 28.

But the Weekes Branch will be open as usual! Both branches will be open as usual on Friday, September 29.

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.

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:

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