Propagating Plants: A Master Gardener Lecture
Saturday, August 3, 11:00 a.m., Downtown Library

Sometimes the best way to start a plant isn't by seed, but by propagating a cutting from an existing plant. Come learn the best plants to propagate, and how it's done!

Presented by the Hayward Seed Lending Library

YA Book Club for Adults: Survive the Dome

Tuesday, August 6, 6:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Are you an adult (18 or older) who still loves to read teen/young adult (YA) literature? Join our new YA Book Club for Adults! Each month we will read & discuss a YA book. At this meeting, we'll discuss Survive the Dome by Kosoko Jackson. 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.

Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur

Wednesday, August 7, 11:00 a.m., Online

You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.

Free Preventive Benefits: What Medicare Covers

Thursday, August 8, 2:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Come to this program to learn about benefits that Medicare will cover in full. Learn how to distinguish free preventive benefits from diagnostic care, which is not fully covered. Become comfortable navigating Medicare Part B. Bring your questions to our presenter, a friendly, knowledgeable representative from Legal Assistance for Seniors!

The Literary Corner: Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen

Wednesday, August 14, 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. August's book selection for discussion is Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen.

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

The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD

Thursday, August 15, 11:00 a.m., Online

Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD. You will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, preserve your relationship with your teen, and help them define success on their terms instead of chasing the elusive “golden ticket.”

Age Well / Drive Smart

Thursday, August 15, 2:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Drive safer and longer with these tips and strategies from the California Highway Patrol! This 2-hour course is intended for drivers with a minimum age of 55. Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate that may result in discounts from some insurers. Please check with your insurer before enrolling. 

How to Photograph Birds

Saturday, August 17, 1:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Discover new strategies for taking great photos of birds! Learn to take pictures that capture your excitement. 

Presented by scientist and storyteller Bob Lewis, winner of the American Birding Association's Chandler Robbins Award for excellence in teaching. His life list includes more than 5,000 birds, and he has a story for each of them. 

Mystery Book Club: The Last Place You Look
Tuesday, August 20, 5:30 p.m., Downtown Library

This month we'll be discussing The Last Place You Look by Kristen Lepionka

"Nobody knows what happened to Sarah Cook. The beautiful blonde teenager disappeared fifteen years ago, the same night her parents were brutally murdered in their suburban Ohio home. Her boyfriend Brad Stockton--black and from the wrong side of the tracks--was convicted of the murders and is now on death row. Though he's maintained his innocence all along, the clock is running out."

You can pick up a copy at the library or request one through LINK+.

An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with Novelist Shelby Van Pelt
Wednesday, August 21, 4:00 p.m., Online

We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel Remarkably Bright Creatures. You don’t want to miss this deep-dive exploration of friendship, reckoning, hope, and so much more!

Yarn Winding Party

Saturday, August 24, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library

Do you have hanks or skeins of yarn that aren't great to knit or crochet from? Would you rather work from a yarn cake or center-pull ball? Well, bring your skeins to our yarn winding party! We'll have a couple of yarn winding stations set up with people who can help you wind your yarn. 

Super Ukulele Strum-Along with Ukulenny!

Saturday, August 24, 2:00 p.m., Hayward Heritage Plaza

Come join us for a SUPER STRUM-ALONG with Ukulenny!

Bring your uke! (If you don't have one, you can check one out at the library, just like a book!)

Bring your enthusiasm! We're going to rock out at Heritage Plaza!

HPL Recommends: The American Presidency

Just in case you can't read enough about presidents and presidential politics and what the presidency means, here's a reading list about recent and not-so-recent holders of our nation's highest office. Check it out:

Digital Literacy 101

Starting on Thursday, August 1, 4:00 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! 

Digital Literacy 101 is a 5-week session that meets once a week for 1.5 hours. Each class builds on the previous class. Space is limited. Registration is first come, first serve. 

Google Suite Workshop for Beginners
Saturday, August 3 & 17, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, Downtown Library

Do you want to learn how to use computer programs like Google Docs, Google Sheets, or Google Slides? Participate in a Google Suite Workshop! You'll learn how to use one of the programs mentioned above to accomplish specific tasks. 

These workshops are drop-in but registration is recommended, since space is limited.

Yoga at the Library

Saturday, August 3, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library

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

Please arrive dressed for stretching. Mats provided.

Crea tu modelo de negocio

Varias fechas, biblioteca principal y en linea

¡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. 

Typing Club

Saturday, August 10 & 24, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, Downtown Library

Do you need to improve your keyboard skills? Join our Typing Club! Practice your keyboard skills and improve your typing speed and accuracy. With the guidance of a dedicated volunteer tutor, access different online programs and resources to improve your typing skills.

Tenants' Rights Workshop

Monday, August 12 4:30-6:30 p.m., Downtown Library

Centro Legal Services Tenants' Rights Clinic 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.

To reserve a spot, call 510-437-1554 or email tenantsrights@centrolegal.org

How to Get Help Paying Energy Bills
Tuesday, August 13, 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).  

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!

The library will be closed on Monday, September 2 in honor of Labor 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 research. All you need is a Hayward library card!

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:

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