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Hayward Public Library system consists of two locations downtown and in South Hayward.
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Welcome back to Hayward Public Library! We are very happy to announce that beginning Monday, May 3, 2021, HPL's Downtown Library is launching HPL Express, our walk-in service.
Find books, DVDs, audiobooks, eBooks, music, periodicals, video games and more!
There's always something happening at the Hayward Public Library. From programs offering free legal consultations to book signings, story times, yoga and crafts, there's never a shortage of things to do.
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