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The Summer Reading Challenge starts on June 8 until August 1. Read every day this summer and log your days to earn tickets to enter into weekly and end-of-summer drawings for a chance to win a prize!
What is the theme?
"Plant a Seed, Read is rooted in the concept of farm-to-table. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Both food and stories connect us to our family, culture, economy, and ecology. iREAD 2026: Plant a Seed, Read will provide a context for exploring culture, history, science, health, and human connection."
When can I sign up?
Sign up on or after June 8 and receive a free book!
How do I sign up?
On or after June 8, there are 3 different ways that you can sign up:
1. Visit the Children’s Room and look for the Sign-Up Table
2. Download the Beanstack Tracker App
3. Go to the website: hayward.beanstack.com
What do I need to do?
Once you sign up, all you have to do is log your reading on Beanstack.
How do I win a prize?
-You can win up to 3 books by registering and reading for the challenge
-You will earn tickets as you log your reading on Beanstack to enter into weekly drawings. Prize winners are selected digitally by random drawing and will be notified via email if selected.
What are the prizes?
New Books, Toniebox Set, Lego Kits, Drawing Robot, and much more!
Throughout the Summer, check out our special events and performers for kids. |
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Happy Birds
Sat, June 13, 11:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. Downtown Library
Sat, June 13, 1:00 p.m. - 1:40 p.m. Weekes Library
Celebrate the start of Summer with two chances to watch talking and singing Amazon parrots, colorful Macaws, and clever Cockatoos amaze and educate families with their many cool tricks!
Every adult and child must have a ticket for entry. Space is limited. 30 minutes before each show starts, tickets will be available at the Children’s Information Desks on a first-come, first-served basis until room capacity is reached. Tickets cannot be reserved in advance or held. |
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Ukulele Class for Kids
Four-week session starting on
Tues, June 16, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Learn to play ukulele in this 4-week beginner course designed for youth ages 7-12 years only. The lessons build on one another, and students are expected to attend every lesson. Bring your own ukulele or check one out at the desk (just like a book).
Registration is required. When you register for the first class, you are registered for the entire course. |
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Scratch Coding and Animation for Kids
Sat, June 13, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Downtown Library
Make games and animations with Scratch! No prior experience required. Bring your creativity to life on screen using simple drag-and-drop blocks. In this fun, beginner-friendly program, kids will turn their ideas into projects while building problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, led by the dynamic team from Codeward!
Scratch accounts will be provided by the educators. Registration is required. |
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JAMaRoo for Kids: Garden and Healthy Eating Music and Art Class
Wed, June 17, 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Downtown Library
Thurs, June 18, 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Weekes Library
JAMaRoo teachers will use bean bags, scarves, shakers, rhythm sticks, and other equipment to make classes more interactive and hands-on. This class will focus on gardening and healthy eating through music and art.
This program is funded through the Lunch at the Library grant from the California State Library. |
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Drop-In 3D Printing
Wed, June 17, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Weekes Library
Drop in to see our 3D printer in action! Choose from a catalog of small 3D figures to print and take home. We offer a selection of items that take between 10-20 minutes to print.
This is a first come, first served program for all ages, time slots to print are limited. All are welcome to watch and learn about about 3D printing! |
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Meet Your Local Police Officers
Tues, June 23, 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Fri, June 26, 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Weekes Library
Meet your local Police Officers from the Hayward Police Department! They will be giving a short safety presentation and if there is time...a show and tell with their patrol car. |
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Scavenger Hunt of the Month |
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Scavenger Hunt: LGTBQ+ Pride Month
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month! Learn about notable LGBTQ+ individuals of the past and present and complete the worksheet to win a prize.
For children ages 3 to 12 years old. Ask for a Scavenger Hunt worksheet at the Children's Desk! |
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Storytime Break for the Summer
There will be no storytimes this summer from June 1 – September 5. Storytimes will return on Tuesday, September 8. |
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month: Middle Grade Fiction
Check out these books featuring LGBTQIA+ characters! These books are geared towards readers in grades 4 through 8, but can be enjoyed by high school students and adults too. |
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month: Picture Books
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month: Picture Books
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! These picture books are great for helping children understand & celebrate Pride and the LGBTQIA+ community but can also be enjoyed by readers of any age! |
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Lunch at the Library
Beginning June 16, check the calendar for dates and locations for free lunch, books, and more at the library! All youth under 18 years old are welcome to participate.
Lunch and activities are free. No sign-up, application, income verification, or identification needed. Meals are served to all youth on a first come, first served basis.
Lunch at the Library is provided in partnership with Hayward Public Library, California State Library, Hayward Unified School District and Lunch at the Library, through the USDA Food Service Program. |
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