Promise Fest at Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Downtown Library

Join us for Hayward Promise Neighborhoods' Promise Fest at the library's 3rd annual trunk or Treat! We'll be in the Hayward Heritage Plaza across the street from the Downtown Library. Kids of all ages can come to enjoy hours of free fun:

 - Trick-or-treating

 - Free meals

 - Free activities

 - Live music

 - Games & family fun

 - Cultural arts performances

 - Car show

 - Art walk

 - Face painting

Costumes are encouraged!

For more information, please contact [email protected].

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Just for Kids

Fall Storytime Schedule

Our fall storytime schedule is in effect! There will be storytimes either downtown or at the Weekes Branch just about every day, including Saturdays. Check it out:

Storytime Schedule

Homework Support Centers

Various days and locations

Kids in grades K-12 can get FREE homework help in a safe, welcoming environment! Volunteer tutors assist students with all homework needs in small groups. There are Homework Support Centers at the Downtown Library and Weekes Branch as well as some HUSD campuses.

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Friday Crafternoon: Ages 6-12

Friday, October 6, Weekes Branch
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Friday, October 20, Downtown Library

Bring your kids ages 6-12 for a fun, free craft program! Registration required.

Weekes Branch 10/06

Downtown Library 10/20

HPL Recommends: Slightly Spooky Picture Books

Whether your kid has just had their first day at school, is the new kid, or is just getting back into the rhythm of the school year, there's something here for them. Gently encourage your little ones to be kind, brave, curious, and proud of who they are--or just enjoy a good story--by reading these with them! Check out our list:

Reading List

Just for Teens

Teen Journaling Hour
Monday, October 2, 5:45 p.m., Weekes Branch

All teens are welcome to take some time on the first Monday of every month to set up their journal or planner for the month! Whether you have a bullet journal, a junk journal, or just a homework planner, you're welcome to come in to this drop-in event.

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Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Wednesday, October 4, 4:30 p.m., Downtown Library

What's TAG? A group of teens that meets once a month to give feedback about the library and plan library events! TAG participants get to have a say in what the library offers for teens and gain leadership experience that looks great on college & job applications.

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Teen Poetry Workshop
Wednesday, October 18, 4:30 p.m., Downtown Library

Are you a poetry writer, or do you want to get started with poetry? Meet up with other teen poets to get inspired & workshop your poetry--all levels welcome! This event is presented in partnership by the Hayward Library, Hayward Arts Council, and Hayward Youth Poet Laureate.

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Teen Volunteers Wanted

Apply to become a Student Friend of Hayward Library! We're accepting applications for Children's Room Helpers, Reading Buddies, and Volunteer Book Reviewers.

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Homework Resources

Various days and locations, in person and online

Got homework? We can help! If you can get to the library after school, you can get free in-person help at the Homework Support Center. If you can't make it to the library, though, never fear! We have tons of free online resources, including databases for research and live help at tutor.com. All you need is a Hayward library card.

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HPL Recommends: If You Liked Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe...

you'll like these books because they have similar themes: LGBTQIA romance, Latinx identity, friendship, and complex family dynamics. Whether you're a fan of the original book and/or the Aristotle and Dante movie, you'll love these books too! Check them out:

Reading List

Announcements

The library will be closed on Monday, October 9 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' 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 do some research. All you need is a Hayward library card!

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Curbie is Coming

Lots of times and places! Check our schedule.

Our bookmobile, affectionately known as Curbie, is coming to a neighborhood near you. When Curbie is there, you can check out books and movies, play games, get a new library card, and more!

Schedule

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:

Event Calendar