For the Love of Mars: A Human History of the Red Planet with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell

Monday, June 3, 11:00 a.m., Online

You’re invited to come learn alongside Matt Shindell, National Air and Space Museum curator, as he introduces viewers to historical figures across eras and around the world who have made sense of this mysterious planet. Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times.

Crea tu modelo de negocio - primer sesión

lunes 3 de junio, 4:30-6:30 p.m., biblioteca principal

¡Únase con Centro Community Partners en el programa «Crea Tu Modelo de Negocio» de 4 sesiones! Este curso en persona gratuito tiene como propósito aprender cómo estructurar su negocio para que este sea exitoso, desde una propuesta valiosa, un tipo de cliente adecuado, un servicio y producto de alta calidad y una finanzas eficientes para ser rentable.

YA Book Club for Adults: Forest of Souls

Tuesday, June 4, 5:30 p.m., Downtown Library

Are you an adult (18 or older) who loves to read teen/young adult (YA) literature? Join our new book club! At this meeting, we'll discuss Forest of Souls by Lori M. Lee. Visit the library to check out a copy of the book, or download the ebook or audiobook for free on the Hoopla app with your Hayward Library card!

Welcoming Pollinators: A Master Gardener Lecture
Saturday, June 8, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Yes! A successful garden needs pollinators! Alameda County Master Gardeners will discuss who pollinators are, what they do, and how to attract them to your home garden.

Advance registration is required.

Digital Literacy 101
Monday, June 10, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Downtown Library

Do you need to improve your computer and digital literacy skills? Learn how to use a computer or laptop in Digital Literacy 101. Get familiar with the parts of a computer, navigating the internet, sending emails, and more! 

Advance registration is required.

Design Lab: Cricut Basics

Monday, June 10, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library

Never used a Cricut smart cutting machine? In this workshop you'll learn Cricut basics: using text and images in Cricut Design Space, project preparation and cutting, weeding, and using a heat press. You'll leave with new skills and a custom iron on vinyl pencil pouch! 

This program is for adults only; registration is required.

Summer Reading Karaoke Party

Tuesday, June 11, 5:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Let's get our song on at the first Karaoke Party of the Summer! No registration required. Drop in!

The Literary Corner: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng

Wednesday, May 8, 5:30 p.m., Downtown Library

The Literary Corner is a monthly literary fiction book club for adults. Meetings take place on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. June's book selection for discussion is Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.

Copies are available for checkout from the library. Questions? Email ricardo.antoni@hayward-ca.gov

Navigating Medicare for LGBTQIA+ Beneficiaries

Thursday, June 13, 2:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Learn about challenges to access and visibility for LGBTQIA+ people in the health care system, discover the impacts on coverage since marriage laws changed in 2015, gain information about pertinent services for transgender beneficiaries, and find out about relevant estate planning areas. 

Bring your questions to this informative presentation by a friendly, knowledgeable representative from Legal Assistance for Seniors. 

Psychological Thrillers and the Queen of Twists: An Author Talk with Freida McFadden
Thursday, June 13, 5:00 p.m., Online

Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychological thrillers, her mega-bestselling hit The Housemaid series, in particular her forthcoming (June 11, 2024) third installment, The Housemaid Is Watching. 

Sticks & String: Crocheting Circles Mini Workshop

Saturday, June 15, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library

At the June meeting, Judy will show you how to make Brittany's scrubbies. This scrubby is great for cleaning and for gifting. It's non-abrasive and has enough scrubbing power to clean pots, pans, and dishes. Some supplies will be needed.

No registration required, and you don't need a library card to attend. Just drop in! And feel free to bring a friend.

Black Voices in American Opera: A Talk Presented by SF Opera

Saturday, June 15, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library

Cole Thomason-Redus, Educational Content Curator for the San Francisco Opera, presents a historical and musical survey of Black voices in American opera. Thomason-Redus will explore the careers and recordings of pioneers and mid-century superstars, along with other modern-day masters of the American opera stage.

HPL Recommends, Pride Month Edition: Get Quozy!

Queer + cozy = quozy! Cozy books are huge this year, for good reason: the stakes are low but the feels are everything. This Pride month, cuddle up to some quozy mysteries, fantasy, and science fiction books. Check them out:

Yoga at the Library

Saturday, June 8, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library

Unlock energy, strength, and joy in this free monthly wellness-focused class led by certified instructor Iva Chu from Hayward's Yoga Sociale. 

Free Notary Service

Saturday, June 8, 1:00-3:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Certified notary Ms. Wanda Black is offering free, basic notary services such as Acknowledgement or Jurat.

Advance registration is required.

Makerspace Tour

Every other Saturday at 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library

Curious about the Makerspace? Join us at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings for a tour. You'll learn about our equipment and our requirements for using the Makerspace, and see what kinds of things you can make here!

Tours are first come, first served with a limit of 15 guests per tour. Children must be 7 or over to join the tour, and must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

How to Get Help Paying Energy Bills
Tuesday, June 11, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Do you need help paying energy bills? You may qualify for federal aid.

A representative from Spectrum Community Services will be on site to accept applications and answer questions about the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).  

Palo Alto VA Mobile Medical Outreach Team
Thursday, June 13, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Hayward Veterans Memorial Hall

The VA Palo Alto Mobile Medical Outreach Team to facilitate examinations, consultations, and referrals for veterans who are enrolled in the VA healthcare system. They will also assist veterans and their spouses, caregivers, family members, and survivors with information about veteran enrollment for VA healthcare.

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!

Library Pro Tip: Save Money on Date Night 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:

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.

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:

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