Uke Can Do It!
Borrowing ukuleles
- Find ukuleles on display throughout the library and bring one of the tickets to the desk.
- You can borrow ukuleles for 4 weeks.
- Return ukuleles during library open hours at the Accounts Desk.
Tech Lending Library
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Changes to the Tech Lending Program at Hayward Library All Samsung Tablets and Mobile Hotspots must be returned to HPL by June 30, 2025. These devices will no longer be offered for check-out at the Library.
Seed Lending Library
Getting Started
- Check the Library Events Page to find out about future workshops and other related eve
Parks Pass
What is a Parks Pass?
In partnership with the First Partner’s Office and the California State Library, State Parks is providing free vehicle day-use entry to over 200 participating state park units operated by State Parks to library-card holders. The California State Library Parks Pass is valid for entry of one passenger vehicle with capacity of nine people or less or one highway licensed motorcycle.
Outreach Events
Looking to see if Hayward Public Library can be part of your upcoming event, or would you like to present at the library? We have lots of ways to get involved!
Meeting Rooms
Meeting Rooms
Meeting rooms for larger groups are available at our Downtown and Weekes locations:
- Variable hourly rates
- Meeting room applications must be submitted online
- Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance
- All meetings must be held during library hours
- For further details, please download our&nb
Xyron Create-A-Sticker Max
Description
The Xyron Create-A-Sticker Max converts any piece of paper up to 5" wide into a sticker. Perfect for classrooms, birthday parties, or marketing materials.
Reservation time: 1 hour
Sublimation Station
Description
This station is the ultimate destination for customizing, personalizing, and gift giving! You can print digital photos, digital art, or designs and heat press them onto a wide variety of items: shirts, hats, mugs, coasters, puzzles and more!
Reservation time: 1 hour
Note: You may make one reservation per day.
LulzBot Taz-6 3-D printer
Description
The LulzBot TAZ 6 is a 3-D printer which takes a digital file and prints a three dimensional object out of PLA filament. The Lulzbot has a maximum build volume of 11.02" x 11.02" x 9.80" (280 mm x 280 mm x 250mm), a 0.5 mm nozzle and a layer resolution range of 0.05 mm - 0.4 mm.
Reservation time: 2 hours
Kenmore Sensor Sew 70
Description
The Kenmore Sensor Sew 70 is a sewing machine that can perform a variety of functional and decorative tasks. It has multiple stitch modes as well as a programmable mode for decorative borders and monograms.
Reservation time: 2 hours
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