Come by the Library for a FREE Movie Night on Friday, July 29 at 7 pm!
This month, we will be showing the new Yogi Bear movie. We will also have low-cost snacks and all proceeds benefit the Library.
You are welcome to bring a pillow or blanket to make yourself comfortable – and, definitely, bring a friend!
The Friends of the Library will be meeting soon, and we would love your feedback! What movies would you like to see at our monthly Movie Night events? If you have any family-friendly movies you have seen recently, feel free to leave a comment here and we may just show it on the big screen!
In case you missed it, a bigger and better Hammond Farmer’s Market debuted on Friday, June 24! This year, you will find berries, veggies and flowers, but you will also find homemade soaps, baked goods and more!
We have also adjusted the hours of the market to make it easier for everyone to attend. The Market will be open each Friday during the growing season, from 3-7 pm. Join us outside the Library in Veteran’s Park and get some yummy treats to start your weekend!
At tomorrow’s Market, you can also stop by to purchase an ice cream cone from the Hammond Library Board members…see you at the Market!
Looking for something fun to do this summer? All the summer events have been posted on both our Facebook Group page and on our website. Be sure to check out all the fun things coming up!
Summer reading begins on June 8, while 2 yoga classes have already started for the summer. There are so many summer events scheduled, we can’t post them all here. Check them out today!
We are looking for volunteers who are willing to help us with the Yellowstone Trail Social on Father’s Day, June 19, from 11-4.
The Library will be a part of the community-wide, family event; we plan to have a variety of low-cost children’s games and activities and will be using them as a fundraiser for the Library.
So far, we have the following activities scheduled for the day:
* Potato Sack races
* Three-legged races (need 2 volunteers to run the race area)
* Fishing Game (Need 2 volunteers)
* Tossing Game (need 2 volunteers)
* Quilt block sewing activity (need 2 volunteers)
* Hopscotch
* Horseshoes (child friendly) (need 2 volunteers)
We chose these games and activities as they fit the historical timeframe of the 1920s & ’30s, when the Yellowstone Trail was popular.
We also need a couple volunteers to run the prize table and to help with cutting fabric (ahead of time) for the quilt squares.
If you have fabric, thread, needles or pins that you would be willing to donate, please contact the Library ASAP.
If you are able to help that day, please respond to this message via Facebook, or email me at gtlarsen@baldwin-telecom.net or Michelle at mjohnson@hammondpubliclibrary.org. So far, we have 5 committed volunteers! If you can only help for a couple of hours, that’s great too – no need to spend all day!
Also, if you have a preference as to what station you are working, please specify when you contact us and we will schedule you there.
I would like to have my volunteers in place by April 30; I will be calling a special meeting to take care of the details sometime in late early June.
Thanks so much for your committment to helping your Library and community!
Teri Larsen
Volunteer & Fundraising Coordinator
Hammond Public Library
Showcase Hammond 2011 is coming up on Saturday, March 19 from 10-4 at the SCC High School in Hammond! Please join us for this free family event!
You will be able to get information on over 60 local businesses and organizations from the Hammond area (including the Library!). Local restaurants will have food and the Hammond Royalty will offer lunch for sale. Enjoy live music, free demonstrations and seminars, and the chance to win prizes! The candidates for the Hammond Village Board will be on hand for an Open Forum at 11 am; stop and find out more about what vision they have for Hammond’s future.
Bring a friend and stop out for a day of fun; see you there!
The Annual Spring Breakfast is quickly approaching! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 2, and join us from 7:30 am – noon at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hammond. We will be serving pancakes, ham, eggs, rolls, juice, coffee and more – all for a free-will donation!
New this year will be the addition of a Craft Show – just in time for Easter gift-giving. We will also have gift baskets available to win!
Help us spread the word, bring a friend or 2 and help us celebrate spring! As always, all proceeds will benefit your Hammond Library directly.
On March 10, from 6:30 – 8:00 PM, join Lori Sather for some woodworking! At this popular class, Lori will teach you how to make a wood snowman box for your home! Cost is $10; please pre-register at the Library.
Stop by the Hammond Library to pick up information on a fun Winter Reading Challenge for kids ages 2-5!
To participate:
1. Color a coloring page
2. Read 5-7 books to earn points
3. Complete a reading log and turn into staff at the Library
Earn 10 points per book read; at 50 points, you can pick a prize from the basket.
Read bonus books for15 points each; if you earn 80 points, your name will be entered into a drawing for the grand prize!
We also have a contest open to kids ages 6 and older:
To participate:
1. Complete a fun activity sheet
2. Read 3-5 books to earn points
3. Complete a reading log and turn into staff at the Library
Earn 15 points per book read; at 45 points, you can pick a prize from the basket. If you earn 75 points, your name will be entered into a drawing for the grand prize!
Winter is a great time for reading; stop by the Hammond Library today and get started on the Winter Reading Challenges!
Help us bring the gift of reading to children throughout our community this Christmas. We are collecting new or very gently used books that we will distribute to families in need this season. Here’s how you can get involved:
* Drop a book or two by the Hammond Library during regular business hours. (M-Th 10-8, Fri 10-6 and Sat 10-1)
* Bring books when you come to meet Santa on Dec 3 from 6-8 pm at Sandy Brecht Photography. (Bring a Food Shelf item, too!) (Free photo with Santa provided by Sandy Brecht Photography.)
* Bring books to FREE Holiday Spirit Yoga at Baldwin Area Medical Center on Wednesday, December 15 at 5:30 PM.
* Bring books when you come and visit Santa and two of his reindeer at Heritage Court Assisted Living, Wednesday, December 15, 6:00-7:30 PM. (Free photo with Santa provided by Sandy Brecht Photography.)
Thanks for helping us make someone’s Christmas morning extra special!
