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Bilingual Stories/Cuentos Bilingües (English and Spanish)

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Acompáñenos para cuentos bilingües con rimas, canciones, y cuentos en Inglés y Español!  Join us for bilingual storytime with rhymes, songs and stories ...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Event Details:

Acompáñenos para cuentos bilingües con rimas, canciones, y cuentos en Inglés y Español! 

Join us for bilingual storytime with rhymes, songs and stories in English and Spanish!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Support Tutor Sessions (Video Lab, 2nd floor)

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Support Center

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Homework Support Center at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Homework Support Center and volunteer tutors are committed to assisting your child in understanding their homework.  All K-12 students are welcome. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Homework Support Center
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Homework Help
Event Details:

Homework Support Center and volunteer tutors are committed to assisting your child in understanding their homework.  All K-12 students are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Center Homework Support

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Teen Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

In-person homework help from a trained tutor specifically for teens! Registration is required. Please visit https://bit.ly/3Qt19hy to register your student. Tutor will b...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Homework Help
Event Details:

In-person homework help from a trained tutor specifically for teens!

Registration is required. Please visit https://bit.ly/3Qt19hy to register your student.

Tutor will be available in the Teen Room on the 2nd floor:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Digital Literacy 101

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Computer Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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, navigati...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Computer Classroom
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Poetry Workshop

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room C (Medium Room) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for a poetry workshop led by Hayward Poet Laureate Leticia Guzman! Participants will have the opportunity to work on their poetry and get feedback from peers. All levels of...

Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Available
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for a poetry workshop led by Hayward Poet Laureate Leticia Guzman! Participants will have the opportunity to work on their poetry and get feedback from peers. All levels of experience welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Online English Conversation Circle

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Online
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Community Education, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Online 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 stre...

Virtual Event
Event Location: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Community Education, Language Learning
Event Details:

Online English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English speaking skills.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Basic English Class

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Basic English – Level 0 Small group of learners will begin by learning to read, write, and pronounce the letters in the alphabet. Then we’ll include vocabulary words and grammar...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Event Details:

Basic English – Level 0

Small group of learners will begin by learning to read, write, and pronounce the letters in the alphabet. Then we’ll include vocabulary words and grammar.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Support Tutor Sessions (Video Lab, 2nd floor)

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

The Kwanzaa Project: California Griot Art of Storytelling

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Subdivided 1/2 (Room B) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Community Education, Other, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Kwanzaa Project: California Griot Art of StorytellingThe Griot is highly regarded in West Africa as being the Keeper of the Culture and uses music, song and movement in their s...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Subdivided 1/2 (Room B)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Community Education, Other, Special Events
Event Details:

The Kwanzaa Project: California Griot Art of Storytelling

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Google Suite Workshop

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to use computer programs like Google Docs, Google Sheets, or Google Slides? Participate in a Google Suite Workshop! In these workshops, you will learn how ...

Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Computer Classroom
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to use computer programs like Google Docs, Google Sheets, or Google Slides? Participate in a Google Suite Workshop!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga at the Library

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Whole (Rooms A and B) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. Mat...

Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Whole (Rooms A and B)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Available
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Support Tutor Sessions (Video Lab, 2nd floor)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Book Sale

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 3:30pm
New Leaf Bookstore at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Event Details:

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.

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: New Leaf Bookstore
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement activities. All our storytimes help children develop early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing and wri...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement activities. All our storytimes help children develop early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing and writing.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Seed Library Program - Make a Gift from the Garden

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Seed Lending Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring herbs from your garden to make a delicious gift to give this holiday season!We will be making herbed vinegars and will have all the materials on hand for that gift.  If ...

Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Seed Lending Library
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Bring herbs from your garden to make a delicious gift to give this holiday season!

We will be making herbed vinegars and will have all the materials on hand for that gift.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Support Tutor Sessions

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
John Pappas Legacy Room (Large Side) at Weekes Branch
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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...

Cancelled
Event Location: Weekes Branch
Room: John Pappas Legacy Room (Large Side)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Research Games with CoDe Lab (for ages 5-12)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Children's Library at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Scientists from Cal State East Bay are coming to the library to play research games with kids! Children (5-12-years-old) will have an opportunity to play a short game with a resear...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Scientists from Cal State East Bay are coming to the library to play research games with kids! Children (5-12-years-old) will have an opportunity to play a short game with a researcher, contribute to science, and win prizes.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Uke Can Do It! Strum-Along

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C (Medium Room) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Education
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Event Details:

Uke Can Do It! Strum-Alongs are held every Saturday from 2-3pm in the Conference Room C on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Library. If you are an old hand at Ukulele or have just ...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Community Education
Event Details:

Uke Can Do It! Strum-Alongs are held every Saturday from 2-3pm in the Conference Room C on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Silent Book Club

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (Medium Room) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Looking for some companionable time to read and maybe chat about what you're reading?  Join us for Silent Book Club. It's like a book club but no pressure to read a speci...

Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Available
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Looking for some companionable time to read and maybe chat about what you're reading?  Join us for Silent Book Club. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Support Tutor Sessions (Video Lab, 2nd Floor)

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Technology
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Support Center

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Homework Support Center at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Homework Support Center and volunteer tutors are committed to assisting your child in understanding their homework.  All K-12 students are welcome. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Homework Support Center
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Homework Help
Event Details:

Homework Support Center and volunteer tutors are committed to assisting your child in understanding their homework.  All K-12 students are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

English Conversation Circle- IN PERSON

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Families
Event Details:

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 ...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English-speaking skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Center Homework Support

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

In-person homework help from a trained tutor specifically for teens! Registration is required. Please visit https://bit.ly/3Qt19hy to register your student. Tutor will b...

Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Homework Help
Event Details:

In-person homework help from a trained tutor specifically for teens!

Registration is required. Please visit https://bit.ly/3Qt19hy to register your student.

Tutor will be available in the Teen Room on the 2nd floor: