This plan articulates HPL’s vision for the future and how we will deploy our resources to achieve our vision over the next five years. It aims to sustain the Library’s existing strengths while fostering thoughtful innovation for the future. Having this plan will align our team and external stakeholders so we can more efficiently deploy our limited resources. Below is the strategy’s framework and…, Plan Highlights, Bullseye VISION A vibrant community hub for lifelong learning, empowerment through information, and strong cultural connections. Mountain Summit MISSION Hayward Public Library provides diverse programming and resources, supports personal and educational growth, inspires creativity, and contributes to the health and success of a thriving Hayward. Values OUR VALUES, Service –, Meeting our users’ needs in a caring and timely manner, Learning –, Encouraging discovery and knowledge, Inclusivity –, Valuing, hearing, and serving everyone, Collaboration –, Working with partners to provide innovative services, Equity –, Providing free and unfettered access to information, materials, and resources, Next: Strategic Priorities ⇒
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Education & Literacy:, All residents are literate, and their educational and personal goals are supported. Education and literacy are foundational purposes of public libraries, and HPL excels at accomplishing these core activities. HPL’s storytime, homework help centers, and adult reader programs are all highly regarded. These programs provide essential support to various age groups and foster reading skills and…, Hayward Culture & Heritage:, Cherishing Hayward’s shared diversity and history. Hayward serves as a gateway city to the United States and California, with people arriving from around the world. Its cultural landscape benefits from a wide range of ethnic backgrounds and spoken languages. Hayward Public Library has been a champion in celebrating this diversity and will expand these efforts over the next five years. The Library…, Outreach:, Meeting community members where they are and connecting them to the Library's offerings. The Library, in conjunction with our dedicated partners, serves community members beyond our walls. We support homework centers at schools, participate in community events, and provide online programming. Our mobile library, Curbie, visits partner agencies, schools, after-school programs, daycares, parks, and…, Social Services & Economic Development:, Supporting individuals seeking to improve their circumstances. Hayward Public Library is a trusted organization within our community. The staff has earned this trust over time by delivering Library services objectively, confidentially, and equitably. When individuals seek to improve their situation, many turn to the library. HPL currently provides an array of services to help individuals in need…, HPL Team Culture:, Hayward Public Library brings out the best in everyone. The Library enjoys a high Net Promotor Score® based on the community survey and stakeholder feedback. People close to the Library are very complimentary of the Library’s responsiveness to ever-changing community needs. Satisfaction of the Library stems from the staff’s hard work, teamwork, and effective leadership. Maintaining the Library’s…, HPL Stewardship:, Hayward Public Library makes wise use of public resources. Like most municipalities, Hayward has limited resources. Hayward taxpayers have been generous in their support of the Library by approving a sales tax referendum to fund the new Downtown Library, among other projects, while continuing to support day-to-day library operations. Everyone at the Library values the trust Hayward voters and…
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How do I borrow a game?, Find games at the Downtown Library or Curbie Borrow up to 3 games at a time Keep them for 28 days Games cannot be renewed Holds may not be placed on games, How do I return a game?, Return games at the Customer Service Desk during open hours Games may not be returned in the return slots Remember to count the pieces before returning a game, Please note: , Returning a game with damaged or missing components may result in a charge to replace the game (price varies by game), What games does the library have?, Find the, full list of games, in our catalog., What if you don't have the game I want?, Suggest a game, , for us to purchase.
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Free Wi-Fi is available. Connect to Hayward_WiFi, no password is required., Don't have access to a computing device? Your Hayward Public Library card provides you with access to our , Tech Lending Library, at the Downtown Hayward Library. 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing machines, and more are also available at our , Makerspace, ., Desktop Computer Details, Available at the Downtown Library and Weekes Branch, Downtown:, 20 adult computers, 8 children's computers, 5 AWE learning stations, Weekes:, 8 adult computers, 2 teen computers, 4 AWE learning Stations, Operating System:, Windows 11, Internet Browsers:, Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Microsoft Office:, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, VLC Media Player, USB-A ports for thumb/flash drives, Using the Computers No reservations needed Log on using your library card and PIN (last four numbers of your phone number) Time limit: 90 minutes Computers turn off automatically five minutes before the library closes Please bring your own headphones, Printing and Photocopying, Printing and photocopying are available for a small charge Letter and legal size printing available Black and White: 15 cents/side Color: 30 cents/side Methods of payment: Cash (singles and coins), Credit, Apple Pay, Google Pay Library printers, copiers, and scanners shut down 10 minutes before the library closes Scanning Scanners are available and can scan to USB, email, and more. Scanning is…, UPS store, or , Copy Pacific, . Wireless Printing, Step One: Send your documents in one of three ways:, Upload documents to our , Wireless Printing Service, and enter your name or library card number. Download the app ePRINTit SaaS, select the files from your device, and enter your name. Email your documents to , bw-hayward@eprintitsaas.com, (black and white) or , color-hayward@eprintitsaas.com, (color). You will receive a reply email with a code., Step Two: Print your documents:, Come to the Downtown Library or Weekes Branch and enter your name, library card number, or emailed code. Printing charges are as listed above.
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Photo of Scan N Cut, Description, The Brother ScanNCut is an electric cutting machine. It can be used to cut materials such as paper, fabric, vinyl, foam, and felt from a digital project file or scan. The maximum workspace size is 12” x 24”. , Reservation time:, 1 hour Note: You may make one reservation per day. Make a Reservation, Requirements, We provide, A laptop with internet access Cutting mat , You must bring, A project file Material to cut, Required Forms and Tutorials, Before you use the Brother ScanNCut for the first time, you must complete: A Makerspace Registration Packet The online Makerspace Safety Orientation The online Smart Cutting Machines Safety Training, Software and File Creation , The ScanNCut machine has several options for creating project files: The machine has over 600 built in designs, 9 built in fonts, and 100 built in quilt designs. The scan function allows you to draw a design and use it as a cutting file. To design your own files digitally, create a free account at https://canvasworkspace.brother.com/en . You can use the tools to draw or design your own images, or…, Acceptable Materials, The cutting machine can cut: Paper (printer paper, scrapbook paper, cardstock, tracing paper and posterboard) Fabric (cotton fabric, flannel and denim) Plastic sheets and foam sheets The recommended material thickness is 0.1 mm to 0.3 mm for paper and 0.2 mm to 3 mm for fabric. Materials can be purchased at: Michaels Jo-Ann Amazon Paper Source Etsy HPL’s Makerspace Materials List, Resources, Tutorial Videos Brother ScanNCut SDX125 Overview & Features ScanNCut DX - Cutting Fabric Step by Step CanvasWorkspace Tutorial: Getting Started Brother ScanNCut & Canvas Workspace: A to Z Manuals ScanNCut SDX125 Support Page (manuals, quick reference guide, etc) Cut Pressure Settings Software CanvasWorkspace Image Sources Rawpixel Pixabay Free Vintage Illustrations MoMa Public Domain…, Contact the Makerspace, : , (510) 583-2108 |, Email
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Description, Carvey is a 3D carving machine that uses a router bit to cut materials such as wood, plastic and machinable foam. Carvey can be used for making jewelry, signs, toys and more! Carvey has a maximum carving area of 11.6” x 8”. Carvey can accept material up to 2” thick, the material must be able to be safely and securely clamped in place with the provided clamps. Each router bit has a maximum cut…, Reservation time:, 2-4 hours. Please book even times slots such as 12pm-2pm, 2pm-4pm, or 4pm-6pm. Note: You may make one reservation per day. Make a Reservation, Requirements, We provide, Safety training A laptop with internet access, You must bring, A project file Material from the acceptable materials list (see below), Required Forms and Tutorials, Before you use Carvey for the first time, you must complete: A Makerspace Registration Packet The online Makerspace Safety Orientation The online Carvey Safety Training, Software and File Creation , Project designs for Carvey can be created in the free web-based program Easel . Easel accounts can be accessed from any internet connected computer. You can design your project at home and log in to your account on a laptop connected to Carvey to run your project. When designing your project be sure to choose a bit that the Makerspace has in stock, as your overall design will be affected by the…, Drill Bits, Available router bits: 3-flute Spiral upcut 1/8” cutting diameter 2-flute straight cut 1/8" cutting diameter 1-flute spiral upcut 1/8" cutting diameter 2-flute ball-nose 1/8" cutting diameter 2-flute fishtail downcut 1/8" cutting diameter 2-flute fishtail upcut 1/8" cutting diameter 2-flute fishtail upcut 1/16" cutting diameter 2-flute fishtail downcut 1/16" cutting diameter 2-flute fishtail…, Please note that v-bits require a subscription to Easel Pro. , More information about v-carving can be found on the What is V-Carving? page. Further details about the bits we have in stock can be found on the Carving Bit Super Pack and 1/8” Bit Set for V-Carving pages. Please refer to "Carving Bits 101" and "Color Coded Bit Guide" under the Resources section of this page for more information about choosing appropriate bits for your design and material., Acceptable Materials, Materials must be on, Carvey's Approved Materials, list. Materials can be purchased at: Inventables Etsy TAP Plastics Makerstock JP Plus HPL’s Makerspace Materials List, Tip:, To purchase higher quality woods at a more affordable rate, you can purchase wood at Lowe’s or Home Depot and have it cut to size at the store. , Resources, Tutorial Videos Learn how to use Easel (the X-Carve CNC milling and design software) in only 4 minutes Carvey CNC Router Training How to use Easel and Carvey BASIC Easel Live: Carving Bits 101 Manuals and Guides Carvey Manual Carvey FAQ Color Coded Bit Chart (pdf) Carving Bits 101 Easel & Easel Pro Guides Projects Inventables Projects Making Custom Fidget Spinners with Carvey CNC Desktop…, Contact the Makerspace, : , (510) 583-2108 |, Email
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Description, The Cricut EasyPress is a manual heat transfer machine. The EasyPress has precise temperature control and can heat up to 400° F. The heat surface is 9”x9”. , Reservation time:, 1 hour Make a Reservation, Requirements, We provide, Safety training Easy press mat, You must bring, Project and materials The EasyPress is a manual pressing machine, you should have the upper body strength and mobility to apply very firm pressure. To use our automatic heat press, please book the Sublimation Station ., Required Forms and Tutorials, Before you use the Cricut EasyPress for the first time, you must complete: A Makerspace Registration Packet The online Makerspace Safety Orientation The online Heat Press Safety Training, Software and File Creation , You can create iron on vinyl designs for heat transfer the Cricut Maker. Projects for the Cricut Maker are created in Cricut Design Space. Cricut Design Space can be downloaded to both Windows and Mac computers as well as Android and iOS mobile devices. Your projects will be saved to your free account, you may also use a USB drive to bring in your file., Acceptable Materials, The heat press can be used for various iron-on vinyl or infusible ink heat transfers. Materials can be purchased at: Cricut Michaels Amazon Paper Source Etsy HPL’s Makerspace Materials List, Resources, Tutorial Videos EasyPress for Beginners Design Space Introduction Infusible Ink for Beginners Assembly Skills: Vinyl Assembly Skills: Iron-On Manuals and Guides Heat Guide Welcome Booklet How to Use Software Cricut Design Space, Contact the Makerspace, : , (510) 583-2108 |, Email,
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Description, The Cricut Maker 1 is a smart cutting and drawing machine that can cut and draw on over 300 materials including paper, fabric, matboard and leather. The Makerspace has Fine Point Blade and Rotary Blade which are suitable for cutting light and medium weight paper and fabric. The Makerspace has cutting mats with a maximum size of 12”x24”. The maximum cut depth of the Cricut Maker is 2.4 mm. , Make a Reservation, Reservation time:, 1 hour Cricut Maker # 1 Cricut Maker # 2 The two Cricut Makers are identical. If one of them is reserved, you can see if the other one is available., Requirements, We provide, Safety training A laptop with internet access Cutting mat , You must bring, A project file Material, Required Forms and Tutorials, Before you use the Cricut Maker for the first time, you must complete: A Makerspace Registration Packet The online Makerspace Safety Orientation The online Smart Cutting Machines Safety Training, Software and File Creation , Projects for the Cricut Maker are created in Cricut Design Space: Downloadable to both Windows and Mac computers as well as Android and iOS mobile devices. Can import .JPEG, .PNG, .SVG, .DXF, .EPS file types. Has project files for purchase. , Acceptable Materials, The Cricut Maker can cut on a wide variety of materials. See Materials List for a list of Cricut approved materials. , Please note that the Makerspace currently has a Fine Point Blade and Rotary Blade, be sure to choose a material that suits the available blades. , Materials can be purchased at: Michaels Amazon Paper Source Etsy HPL’s Makerspace Materials List, Resources, Tutorial Videos How to use Cricut Cutting Machines (For Beginners!) How to Use Cricut Design Space in 2022 on Desktop or Laptop! Design Space Introduction Cricut for Dummies: Cricut Terms and Everything You Need to Know to Get Started EasyPress for Beginners Infusible Ink for Beginners Assembly Skills: Vinyl Assembly Skills: Iron-on Manuals and Guides Cricut Maker Welcome Booklet Design Space FAQ…, Contact the Makerspace, : , (510) 583-2108 |, Email
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Description, The Dremel LC40 is a 40-watt laser cutter. The laser cutter can take image files and cut or engrave material by firing the laser. The laser cutter has a maximum cut depth of ¼ inch, a maximum material thickness of 1.25” for engraving, a maximum cutting area of 12”x20” and a maximum engraving area of 12” x 18.4”. Materials must be less than 1/4” thick for cutting. , Materials 1/8" thick or less are recommended for cutting., Reservation time:, 2 hours. Please book slots for 12pm-2pm, 2pm-4pm, or 4pm-6pm. Make a Reservation, Requirements, We provide, Safety training A laptop with internet access, You must bring, A project file Project material, Required Forms and Tutorials, Before you use the Dremel Laser Cutter for the first time, you must complete: A Makerspace Registration Packet The online Makerspace Safety Orientation The online Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter Safety Training, Software and File Creation , In order to create a project you will need image files. The laser can cut images from vector .SVG or .PDF files, and it can engrave images from raster .PDF, .JPG, and .PNG files., The Makerspace recommends .SVG for cutting and .PNG for engraving., You can create your own vector images with Corel Draw or Adobe illustrator. For a free option, use Inkscape. You can also download royalty free or public domain images from the internet. Please note, that although many modern laser cutters can cut and engrave from a single .PDF file,, the Dremel LC40 requires, separate files, for your cuts and engravings., Acceptable Materials, You may bring material from the acceptable material list. Always bring material you are 100% sure about, prohibited materials may cause production of, toxic gasses or fire. , Please be prepared to show purchase/material information so that Makerspace staff can confirm your material is safe to use. Unlabled or found materials will be rejected. To ensure a smooth appointment, please email the Makerspace prior to your appointment for material approval., Please note that all materials must be, unfinished with no paints or stains, . While the Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter can cut and etch a variety of materials, some materials such as most metals, cannot be marked and will give less than desirable results. Other materials may not have acceptable finish quality. Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter Commonly Used Materials, When using materials other than those commonly used, ask the manufacturer for the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for each material., Acrylic Aluminum, anodized Plywood* Cork Cardboard Cotton fabric Denim fabric Felt (wool) Glass Leather, vegetable tanned Maple, solid Mat board Oak, solid Paper Rubber, laser grade Walnut, solid * Must be California 93120 Phase 2 & TSCA Title VI compliant for formaldehyde Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter Prohibited Material ABS Beryllium oxide Carbon Chlorinated plastics Coated carbon fiber Coated…, Resources, Tutorial Videos Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter: Hardware Video tutorial Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter REVIEW AND TUTORIAL! Laser Cutter File Setup 101 - on my Dremel Digilab LC40 Laser Cutter How to do a Multi-Process (engrave, cut, score) file in Inkscape for Glowforge or K40 Logos By Nick Inkscape Tutorials Manuals and Guides Getting Started Dremel LC40 Official Manual Software Inkscape Krita Image…, Contact the Makerspace, : , (510) 583-2108 |, Email
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Description, The Sewing Station includes a Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Sewing Machine and a Singer S0230 Serger., Reservation time:, 2 hours Make a Reservation, Requirements, We provide, Safety training All purpose black and white thread Standard needles of varying gauges Sewing notions, such as scissors, tape measures, seam rippers, pins, and fabric marking supplies Iron and ironing board, You must bring, Your project and materials, including any specialty thread and needles, Required Forms and Tutorials, Before you use the Sewing Station for the first time, you must complete: A Makerspace Registration Packet The online Makerspace Safety Orientation The Sewing Station Safety Training, Project Creation , Free patterns can be downloaded from various providers such as Mood or blogs such as So Sew Easy . You can create your own patterns with free pattern drafting software such as Seamly or Valentina . , Materials, Materials can be purchased at: Michaels Amazon Etsy HPL’s Makerspace Materials List, Resources, Tutorials & Videos Craftsy The Social Fabric Sewing Mastery: Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Playlist Manuals & Guides Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Sewing Machine Manual Singer S0230 Serger Manual Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Stitch Guide, Contact the Makerspace, : , (510) 583-2108 |, Email
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