Hammond Public Library

9:00am-9:00pm

564 State Street
Hammond, IN 46320
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Summer Read Along the Path at Gibson Woods

Join the Hammond Public Library in collaboration with Gibson Woods Nature Preserve for a StoryWalk. The trail features pages and activities from a book that fits the season for families to enjoy in celebration of the nature and exploration. Our summer story displayed from June 8-August 31 is Out of Nowhere by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros. Look for the activity at the end of the path to earn a prize!

Gibson Woods Nature Preserve is open Tuesday-Sunday, 9am-5pm and CLOSED on Mondays and holidays.

Level Up at Your Library: Summer Reading 2025

Visit hammond.beanstack.com to register for this summer's reading challenge! Read books and participate in activities to win prizes. There are challenges for ALL ages.

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (7/06)	Mon (7/07)	Tue (7/08)	Wed (7/09)	Thu (7/10)	Fri (7/11)	Sat (7/12)
9 am					Reservation Tops 9:00am–11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Community Room
10 am		This event is in the "Pre-K" group Little Listeners - AM 10:30am–11:30am Pre-K Early Literacy, Storytime This event is in the "Pre-K" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Youth Programming Room Age Group: Pre-K Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime Event Details: Come enjoy stories, songs, and a craft all about turtles for ages 3-5. Join us at 10:30 am or 2:00 pm! Both storytimes will cover the same theme and have the same craft. Disclaimer(s) Photography/Videography Disclaimer The Hammond Public Library may photograph or video record programs and events. By attending programs and events at the Hammond Public Library you understand that you may appear in pictures or videos the Hammond Public Library posts online or in promotional materials.	This event is in the "Adults" group Computer Basics: Introduction to Computers 10:00am–11:00am Adults Technology Class This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: This program provides basic computer lessons for people who desire classroom computer instruction.		This event is in the "Babies and Tots" group Babies & Tots Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies and Tots Early Literacy, Storytime This event is in the "Babies and Tots" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Youth Services Department Age Group: Babies and Tots Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime Event Details: Join Miss Allison for a story, songs, movement, and play to help your little one's mind grow!
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm		This event is in the "Pre-K" group Little Listeners - PM 2:00pm–3:00pm Pre-K Early Literacy, Storytime This event is in the "Pre-K" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Youth Programming Room Age Group: Pre-K Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime Event Details: Come enjoy stories, songs, and a craft all about turtles for ages 3-5. Join us at 10:30 am or 2:00 pm! Both storytimes will cover the same theme and have the same craft. Disclaimer(s) Photography/Videography Disclaimer The Hammond Public Library may photograph or video record programs and events. By attending programs and events at the Hammond Public Library you understand that you may appear in pictures or videos the Hammond Public Library posts online or in promotional materials.		This event is in the "School Age" group Craft Club: Potion Making 101 2:00pm–3:00pm School Age Arts & Crafts This event is in the "School Age" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: School Age Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join Miss Amanda in making magical potion bottles! Limited to the first 30 children on a first come, first served basis. Grades: K-5th	This event is in the "Adults" group Next Level Computer Classes: Database Searching 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Technology Class This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: This program provides basic computer classes for patrons who would like to learn more advanced computer skills.
3 pm						This event is in the "Everyone" group HPL at Hammond Farmers Market 2025 3:00pm–8:00pm Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone Event Details: HPL Storytime at the Hammond Farmers Market!
4 pm
5 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Dawn Dancing Divas! Line Dancing 5:00pm–6:30pm Adults Co-Sponsored This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Co-Sponsored Event Details: An instructor will be teaching a couple of popular line dances. Come on out and FEEL THE BEAT, MOVE YOUR FEET, AND EMBRACE THE HEAT!! Reservation Hammond Historical Society Committee Meeting 5:30pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Lois Bell Room Purpose of Meeting HHS Financial Responsibilities
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Crafterwork: Mini Succulent Gardens 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Disclaimer(s) Meeting Room Guidelines Photography/Videography Disclaimer The Hammond Public Library may photograph or video record programs and events. By attending programs and events at the Hammond Public Library you understand that you may appear in pictures or videos the Hammond Public Library posts online or in promotional materials.	This event is in the "Adults" group Stitch-by-Stitch: Sunflower Granny Squares 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Schlesinger Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for a vibrant workshop where you’ll learn to crochet a beautiful sunflower granny square! This hands-on class is perfect for crocheters looking to expand their skill set. Disclaimer(s) Meeting Room Guidelines Photography/Videography Disclaimer The Hammond Public Library may photograph or video record programs and events. By attending programs and events at the Hammond Public Library you understand that you may appear in pictures or videos the Hammond Public Library posts online or in promotional materials. This event is in the "Families" group Family Movie Night: The Super Mario Bros Movie 6:00pm–7:30pm Families Entertainment, Movie This event is in the "Families" group Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Families Program Type: Entertainment, Movie Event Details: Come get some popcorn and enjoy a great summer flick. Our family movie night will be showing the video game insta-classic The Super Mario Bros Movie! This program is for children and their families. Disclaimer(s) Photography/Videography Disclaimer The Hammond Public Library may photograph or video record programs and events. By attending programs and events at the Hammond Public Library you understand that you may appear in pictures or videos the Hammond Public Library posts online or in promotional materials.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Microsoft 365 Classes: Introduction to MS 365 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Technology Class This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hammond Public Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: A computer class that focuses on teaching Microsoft 365 productivity software, formerly known as Office 365. These classes focus teaching Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, and other basic Microsoft office programs.