This craft program is great for people, ages 13 and up, who craft with sticks and string. Join library staff and volunteer presenters for some good conversation, encouragement, and/or advice while you work on your projects. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Sticks and String craft program is going remote! Join us on Zoom. Sign-up for a Sticks & String Program, Questions? Contact, : Michelle Nogales - michelle.nogales@hayward-ca.gov | (510) 293-3315
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Live Tutoring, A blue octopus with glasses on a piece of graph paper with the text Homework Support Center Homework Support Center Stop by for in-person homework support at select school sites and the Weekes and Downtown libraries., Register for a site near you →, A yellow smiley face emoji next to the text: We can Help! Tutor.com Tutor.com provides on-demand tutoring, homework help, test preparation and writing assistance for students in grades K-12 in over 40 subjects. Live tutors are available 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm. You can also use their practice quizzes and SkillsCenter Resource Library to study 24/7., Connect with a tutor today →, , Online Resources, Book Connections Logo Book Connections A collection of 260,000+ digital materials about books for children and teens. This service includes a reader's advisory tool, resources for homework help and homeschool support, summer reading and diverse book selections, and more. , Check it out →, , A blue octopus with glasses on a piece of graph paper with the text Homework Support Center Britannica School Learn more about any subject—for all grades and all reading abilities—offering up-to-date, curated articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and three separate databases—, Elementary, ,, Middle, , or, High, . Brought to you by the California State Library., Start researching today →, Gale Logo against a panorama of sky, mountain, and pine trees with text: Go wild for environmental studies Gale Interactive: Environmental Studies Explore ecology, Earth systems, pollution, and more, with Gale In Context: Environmental Studies., Start researching today →, A blue octopus with glasses on a piece of graph paper with the text Homework Support Center ProQuest Research world cultures, history, literature and more. Brought to you by the California State Library., Start researching today →, An IPad in between books on a library book shelf next to the text: Learning Express Library Learning Express Library - Ebsco Learning Express Library features online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books to help patrons of all ages., Learn something new today →, Library Catalog Screen Library Catalog Find the book, reference item, or publication you are looking for to complete your assignment. , Learn something new today →, National Geographic Kids Logo National Geographic Kids, National Geographic Kids, includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos, and images. , Start exploring today →, A newspaper with a magnifying glass focused on the word Research Research Apps and Websites Doing homework, studying for a test, or starting a new business? We can help!, Let's research something today →, Gale logo against outer space background with text "Start your mission of discovery: Experience science concepts in a whole new way with Gale Interactive: Science Science Engaging, interactive models that bring science to life. Visualize and understand concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science. Manipulate and explore 3D models that are paired with reference and periodical content…, Explore now →, Brown owls sitting and standing next a stack of encyclopedias World Book Encyclopedia Using the same expert information found in The World Book Encyclopedia, World Book Online has unique content and features for kids, teens, and adults., The encyclopedia you can trust →,
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A teen girl laying in a hamock reading a book The Teen Book Club is back! Unlike other book clubs, which force everyone to read the same book, we know you want more autonomy than that. Each month we will pick a theme around which to focus your reading., All teens ages 13 to 18 are welcome. , June's meeting theme is LGBTQIA+ Pride, : Read any teen book featuring an LGBTQIA+ character and join us via Zoom at the end of the month to discuss what you read and hear from other teen readers. Not sure what to read? Check out these recommendations . Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants 24 hours before the event. Register, Questions?, Email Teen Librarian Ari at ariana.nussbaum@hayward-ca.gov
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The second foloor of the Downtown Library next to the the text: We're Open On Monday, June 21, the Hayward Public Library will extend its downtown branch hours as well as expand its new limited walk-in service, HPL Express, to the Weekes branch library, allowing members of the public to enter the branch during two-hour sessions. HPL Express services include self-service check-out of materials and…, Locations & Hours, page. Occupancy limits will be in place during each HPL Express session. For the safety of the public and library staff, the following additional steps are being taken: Seating for reading and studying will be limited Study rooms will remain closed Meeting rooms will not be available to rent Story-times and homework help to remain virtual Toys, puzzles and games in the Children’s Library will not…
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STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS, June 6-12, 2021 , Weekly Arrests , (Includes cite/released): 32 , Homicide, , Weekly Calls for Service: , 2,083 , Assault—Great Bodily Injury, , 1, Weekly Reports Taken:, 221 , Burglary— Nonresidential , , 4, Weekly Complaints, (against HPD), :, 0 , Burglary—Residential , , 2, , Theft , , 24, This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. , Theft from Auto , , 14, Robbery , , 5, Vehicle Theft , , 36, Mental Health Calls , , 29, Reports of Gunfire , , 8, Significant Incidents, , Robbery:, On 06/07/2021, at 3:57 AM, officers responded to the 29000 block of Mission Blvd regarding a robbery that took place inside a business. Officers responded, located the suspect, and took him into custody. (Report #2021-31195), Carjacking:, On 06/10/2021, at 12:37 AM, the victim was walking near the 25000 block of Carlos Bee Blvd when the suspects robbed the victim of his keys at gunpoint. The suspects fled in the victim’s vehicle. The vehicle was later recovered in another city’s jurisdiction. (Report #2021-31932), Robbery:, On 06/10/21, at 1:39 PM, officers responded to the 24000 Block of Mission Blvd regarding a robbery that took place inside a business. Officers responded, located the suspect, and took her into custody. (Report #2021-32029), Vehicle Theft:, On 06/12/2021, at 12:34 AM, officers conducted a security check near the 30000 block of Industrial Pkwy SW. Officers located a stolen vehicle parked in the area, contacted the occupant, and took him into custody. The vehicle was released to the registered owner. (Report #2021-29269) , Brandishing a Weapon: , On 06/12/2021 at 10:20 AM, officers responded to the 22000 block of Mission Blvd regarding the report of a brandishing of a weapon. The involved parties were contacted, and the suspect was taken into custody (Report #2021-32429) , For additional information, visit: https://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/hayward, Download PDF
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Alka Joshi, Many Voices Series: Author Talk Featuring Alka Joshi, On Wednesday, July 7 at 6:00 p.m., meet Alka Joshi, author of , The Henna Artist, , discussing her new novel, , The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, , on Zoom! Part of our new program series, Many Voices. In New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi’s intriguing new novel, henna artist Lakshmi arranges for her protégé, Malik, to intern at the Jaipur Palace in this tale rich in character, atmosphere, and lavish storytelling. All attendees will be entered into a drawing for a free copy of Alka Joshi's new novel The Secret Keeper of Jaipur. (…, Questions? Contact:, Sally Thomas | sally.thomas@hayward-ca.gov | (510) 881-7700 A colorful banner with the text: Reading colors the world, Take the Summer Reading Challenge (June 21 - July 31, 2021), : For all ages Read, learn, and explore! Register and report your minutes online, or stop by the Main Library after June 21st to pick up your reading log. Children's Summer Reading Challenge (babies - age 12): For every 20 minutes that you read (or are read to), color in a square on your reading log or, report your minutes online, . When you have finished a reading log, bring it to the Downtown Library or Weekes Branch during our, HPL Express Hours, to pick up your prizes, then get a new reading log and keep going! For every reading log that you return to the library, you will win a brand new book of your choice and entries into our weekly raffles. Teen Summer Reading Challenge (ages 13-18): Track the number of minutes that you read online or by using your reading log. For every 300 minutes that you read, stop by the Downtown Library or…, HPL Express Hours, to pick up your prizes and be entered into our weekly raffles. Complete the Summer Reading Challenge by reading 20 hours (1200 minutes) from June 21st-July 31st and receive a $5.00 gift card of your choice! Adult Summer Reading Challenge (ages 18+): Why let the kids have all the fun? Log your progress as you complete activities. Read a book, read with your child, attend a library program,…, Register online, *Please note: only minutes read between June 21st and July 31st can be counted for the Summer Reading Challenge. Prizes will be available beginning Monday, June 28th., Green and white banner with the text: Lunch at the library. Monday - Friday, June 21 - July 31, 11 a.m. - noon, Lunch at the Library, : Stop by the Downtown Library (888 C Street) to pick up a free healthy lunch for children and teens aged 18 and under. There is no sign-up, application, income verification or identification needed. Meals are served to all children on a first come, first served basis. Presented in partnership with Hayward Unified School District, through the USDA Summer Food Service Program., Monday-Friday, June 21st - July 31st, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Cartoon of a child reading a book sitting next to their lunch, Virtual Words for Lunch, : Children of all ages can register for an engaging, one-hour virtual reading experience with a trained read-aloud volunteer. Words for Lunch programming promotes literacy development for participating children and families. Children under the age of 18 years old can visit the Downtown Library or Tyrrell Elementary, Monday-Friday, between 11 am and 12 pm, to pick up a Grab and Go lunch and a, FREE, book to build your in-home Library! Available to children under the age of 18 years old Virtual Reading Circles start June 21, 2021, every Monday and Wednesday, from 1-2 pm Free meals start June 21, 2021, Monday thru Friday, until August 2, 2021 Registration is required Register (English) Register (Spanish) A cartoon child floating in a space suit next to toys and learning supplies, Virtual Summer Learning Camp, : Camps aim to help students remain academically active throughout their summer vacations and help students improve their math, science, computer, reading, and writing skills. Trained volunteer tutors, from the Library’s well-known After-School Homework Support Center, work with students in small, age-specific groups on specified enrichment activities for each themed week. Lesson plans are…, Register at one of the following links. Please select ONE camp:, Camp 1: June 21, 22, 23 (3 pm to 5 pm), Camp 2: June 28, 29, 30 (3 pm to 5 pm), Camp 3: July 12, 13, 14 (3 pm to 5 pm), Camp 4: July 19, 20, 21 (3 pm to 5 pm), Camp 5: July 26, 27, 28 (3 pm to 5 pm), SLC Waitlist for all weeks, *Please note: all camps offer the same activities, Cartoon children running and playing, Virtual Junior Summer Learning Camp, : Online craft videos posted to Hayward Public Library’s YouTube channel will be available to TK-1st grade students. Craft activities aim to help students remain academically active throughout their summer vacations. Children will receive a, free craft kit, for various activities and access to a collection of craft videos to complete at home. Available to children entering K-1st grades Registration is required (free craft supplies are limited to the first 100 registrants) Once registration is completed, students will receive a link to the craft videos, as well as instructions for the date and time for the craft and book pickups Waitlists are…, Virtual Math Review Circles, : Virtual Math Review Circles is a program where students receive weekly experiences that promote math development. Participating students will receive an engaging, 1-hour math experience with a trained volunteer tutor. Available to students entering 3rd-6th grades Starting June 22, 2021, every Tuesday thru July 27, 2021, from 1-2 pm Registration is required Register in English Register in…, Questions? Contact, : Ari Nussbaum | ariana.nussbaum@hayward-ca.gov Colorful yarn and crochet hooks Do you knit or crochet or spin or tat or weave or do anything else with sticks & string? Would you like some good conversation, encouragement, and/or advice while you work on your projects? Come join us at Sticks & String! On Friday, July 2, from 7-8:30 p.m., we'll be hosting a trivia game on Kahoot. No app…, Questions? Contact, : Michelle Nogales | michelle.nogales@hayward-ca.gov | (510) 293-3315
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On May 18, 2021, Council received the final report from the Public Safety Policy Innovation Workshop and directed staff to begin implementing high-priority projects intended to address concerns raised in Fall 2020's community conversations on public safety. This page provides updates and contact information for these priority projects. During the February 15, 2022 Council meeting, staff…, Learn More About the Ongoing Projects,
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Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas will deliver the annual State of the City address at a free public gathering at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, at the Hayward Unified School District Performing Arts Center at 2390 Panama Street in Hayward. The State of the City address is an opportunity each year for Hayward’s mayor to provide an update on city government and the outlook for the year ahead. Likely…
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STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS, June 13-19, 2021 , Weekly Arrests , (Includes cite/released): 51 , Homicide, , 1, Weekly Calls for Service: , 2,277 , Assault—Great Bodily Injury, , 1, Weekly Reports Taken:, 184 , Burglary— Nonresidential , , 9, Weekly Complaints, (against HPD), :, 1 , Burglary—Residential , , 3, Weekly Calls Received:, 6,213 , Theft , , 19, This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. , Theft from Auto , , 19, Robbery , , 5, Vehicle Theft , , 33, Mental Health Calls , , 14, Reports of Gunfire , , 6, Significant Incidents, , Robbery:, On 06/13/2021, at 08:33 AM, the victim observed the suspect cutting the catalytic converter from his vehicle near the 30000 block of Brookside Ln. The suspect brandished a firearm at the victim and fled the scene in a vehicle. (Report #2021-32640), Robbery:, On 06/13/2021, at 11:46 PM, the suspect approached the victim in the 27000 block of Huntwood Ave. The suspect punched the victim and took property from the victim before fleeing the scene. (Report #2021-32804), Recovered Stolen Vehicle:, On 06/14/2021, at 12:33 AM, officers responded to the 24000 block of Mission Blvd Ave regarding an occupied stolen vehicle parked in the area. Officers arrived on scene, located the vehicle, and arrested the occupant inside. (Report #2021-32810), Recovered Stolen Vehicle:, On 06/16/2021, at 12:01 AM, officers located a stolen vehicle near the 30000 block of Mission Blvd. The suspect was detained and taken into custody without incident. (Report #2021-33294) , Carjacking: , On 06/17/2021 at 10:55 PM, the victim was sitting in his parked vehicle near the 2400 block of Industrial Pkwy W. The suspect entered the victim’s vehicle, so the victim got out of the car. The suspect fled from the scene in the victim’s vehicle. (Report #2021-33770) , For additional information, visit: https://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/hayward, Download PDF
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Media Contact:, Officer Cassondra Fovel (510) 293-7064 , Fatal Collision Investigation, HAYWARD, Calif., , June 24, 2021 - On Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at about 9:13 PM, officers responded to the report of an injury collision involving a vehicle and a bicyclist near the intersection of W. Tennyson Rd and Dickens Ave. Upon arrival, it was revealed the driver involved in the collision fled the scene. The bicyclist was located at the scene, suffering from injuries consistent with being struck by a…
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