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What is The Palace Project?
It’s an app where you can access thousands of free eBooks AND eAudiobooks including Audible and exclusive titles!
How can I download it?
The Palace Project app is available in both the Apple App Store for iOS phones and tablets and the Google Play Store for Android phones and tablets.
How do I use it?
Once you download the Palace app, tap “Find Your Library” to find the Hayward Public Library to access their collection.
You can browse available titles and borrow by clicking “Get”. You will then be prompted to sign in with your library barcode number and password/PIN.
How do I return my checkout?
Your checkout will automatically return on its due date! No need to worry about an overdue item and late fees! |
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Hayward Literary Arts Community Survey
Our newly appointed Poet Laureate, Mo, wants your input to help shape the City of Hayward's literary programming. Poet Laureate Mo's goal is to help create more opportunities for our neighbors and community to participate in the literary arts such as Poetry Classes, Zine Workshops, Author Events, Open Mics, and Literary Spaces to connect and gather.
Fill out a quick survey by clicking the link below and let us know what you'd like to see more of!
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Ukulele Class for Adults
Four-week session starting on
Tue, July 7, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Downtown Library
Learn to Play Ukulele at the Library! This 4 Class Course is designed for the beginner! You'll learn all about the Ukulele and the basics you'll need to know to play songs.
Bring Your Own Uke. If you don't have one, you can check one out just like a book! Ask at the Circulation Desk.
Registration is required. When you register for the first class, you are registered for the entire course. |
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Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Thurs, July 9, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Although we tend to talk about them interchangeably, Alzheimer's and dementia are not the same thing. Come learn how they differ, and hear the latest science about their stages, risk factors, research, and FDA-approved treatments. |
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Introduction to Public Speaking Workshop
Sat, July 11, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Downtown Library
What skills are required to be a good public speaker? Come to learn strategies for developing your confidence, using body language, and the parts needed to write a great speech. |
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How To Read Knitting Charts
Sat, July 18, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Downtown Library
We’re hosting a mini workshop on how to read a basic knitting chart! To illustrate the concepts, we will examine the chart for a simple heart pattern. Bring knitting needles and 25 yards of yarn if you want to follow along.
We’ll also bring our current projects to work on, and maybe a recent Finished Object or two for show-and-tell.
All ability levels welcome. No registration required, and you don’t need a library card to attend. Just drop in! And feel free to bring a friend. |
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Healing in Daily Life
Sat, July 18, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Downtown Library
Join the final event of the 2026 Mindfulness and Healing series with Julia Lee, a doctor of Chinese Medicine.
We will discuss practical, accessible, and enjoyable ways to infuse healing time into our day-to-day lives. Many activities that support healing are free and can be integrated into our everyday experience if we make creative efforts to connect with our surroundings. |
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Hands-On Fix-a-Flat Workshop
Sat, July 25, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Downtown Library
Join Bike East Bay for an interactive, hands-on workshop where we will review the basic process of fixing a flat and inner tube patching, as well as strategies to avoid flats. Bring your own flat tire or use one of our class demos! No prior experience is necessary to attend this class.
Registration is recommended. |
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YA Book Club for Adults: Blood at the Root
Tues, July 14, 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Downtown Library
Are you an adult (18 or older) who still loves to read teen/young adult (YA) literature? Join our YA Book Club for Adults! Each month we will read & discuss a YA book. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
At this meeting, we'll discuss Blood at the Root by LaDarrion Williams. |
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Regularly Scheduled Programs |
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Book Sale
Saturday, July 18 • 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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Spectrum Community Services: Apply for Help Paying Your Power Bill
Tuesday, July 14 • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. • Downtown Library
A representative from Spectrum Community Services will be on site to accept applications and answer questions about the Low Income Home Energy (LIHEAP) assistance program. LIHEAP helps qualified households with a one-time-per-program-year payment on their energy bill. |
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Mobile Health Clinic
July 10 & July 24 • 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. • Downtown Library
Free, friendly medical services for people without housing every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. No appointment required. Just come to the van parked in front of the library on Mission Blvd. between the City Hall Garage and C Street. First come, first served. |
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Seed Library Seed Sorting Party
Thursday, July 16 • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. • Downtown Library
Help fold and label packets, sort seed, and spend an hour with fellow gardeners! Last year the Seed Library distributed over 5,000 little packets of seeds to the public! |
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Yoga at the Library
Saturday, July 18 • 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. • Downtown Library
Unlock energy, strength, and joy in this wellness-focused class led by certified instructor Iva Chu. Registration is required. |
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Digital Literacy 101
Thursday, July 23 • 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. • Downtown Library
Learn how to use a computer/laptop and get familiar with navigating the internet, sending emails, and more! This is a 6-week session. Call 510-583-8557 to register. |
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Discover & Go Is Back Online
Good news! Discover & Go is back online, and we thank you for your patience! Pick up where you left off and get right back in to summer planning.
With your library card, you can get free and discounted tickets to local attractions, museums, zoos, and more.
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