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. 

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. 

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.

Senior Scam Stopper Seminar
Saturday, September 30, 1:30 p.m., Downtown Library

Our senior community is swindled out of more than $3 billion each year. It's a major problem affecting thousands of people statewide. Financial scams and abuses that target older people are happening more and more, and can lead to serious financial harm. Seniors and their families, friends, and caregivers are invited to a FREE Senior Scam Stopper Seminar.

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!

Save the date! The Literary Corner will meet again 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!

Music Movies You Can Stream

Want to watch a great concert film, or a documentary about your favorite band or genre, or discover the best musician you've never heard before? Don't bother with Netflix; use Kanopy, the library's best source of streaming indie and world films, documentaries, and more. You can watch these on a computer, smart TV, or mobile device. There are so many films on Kanopy--this enormous list is only a start! Check it out:

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