ESL Grammar Classes
Overview
- Registration required. Fill out the General Interest Form to begin the enrollment process.
Digital Literacy Classes
Overview
Build your confidence with technology! Our free digital literacy classes cover everything from basic computer skills to navigating the internet and using Google Suite. Each session includes hands-on practice with the guidance of a dedicated volunteer tutor.
Conversation Partners
How Can I Enroll in the Program?
- Complete a Conversation Partners Registration Form.
- Check your confirmation email, which has a Calendly link.
- Schedule an appointment with a tutor on Calendly.
Community Hub
Where is the Community Hub?
The Community Hub is located at the Downtown Hayward Library, on the 2nd floor, by the Tech Lab. Ask Library staff for directions!
Who can use these services?
Anyone! We provide a range of information and services. This is a drop-in service. No appointment required.
Online Resources A-Z
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten reading challenge: Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little one! Log reading and earn badges and prizes all along the way.
ABCMouse Early Learning Academy
The award-winning ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities across all major subject areas: reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music—including more than 1,200 of those learning activities in Spanish. Best of all, kids just love it! (From Age of Learning, Inc.) Instructions for ABCMouse
Free Diaper Kits for Families on Month-by-Month Basis
Diaper distribution for low-income Hayward residents will take place on the 2nd Thursday of each month, from 10am-11am or while supplies last. Arrive ASAP-- diapers go quickly!
- Diapers in sizes 1/2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
- Limit 1 free kit per child
Zip Books
Zip Books Program is paused
The Zip Books Program is currently paused until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Suggest A Library Purchase
Want us to purchase books, movies, or music? Fill out our request form to make a suggestion to our librarians.
Uke Can Do It!
Borrowing ukuleles
- Find ukuleles on display throughout the library and bring one of the tickets to the desk.
- You can borrow ukuleles for 4 weeks.
- Return ukuleles during library open hours at the Accounts Desk.
Tech Lending Library
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Changes to the Tech Lending Program at Hayward Library All Samsung Tablets and Mobile Hotspots must be returned to HPL by June 30, 2025. These devices will no longer be offered for check-out at the Library.
