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Jason Bone posted about this on Facebook 2018-03-14 12:02:12 -0700
I just shared my story, "Why I'm a Friend of the Library" on the Haywardfriends.org website. Check it out!
Jason Bone shared 2018-03-14 12:01:09 -0700

I’m proud to support the Hayward Public Library, a remarkable resource that in turns supports our community!
Felipe Razo shared 2018-03-14 08:12:40 -0700

I have been and will be a friend of literacy and education for life!!!!

Nice hard working folks of the Hayward Library are a blessing to their community!!! Thanks.
Joan Uhlig shared 2018-03-13 19:53:14 -0700

I’m a friend of the Hayward Library because what’s not to like?! My family has fond memories of the library…from story time when the kids were little, chess tournaments, book clubs,…just finding that special read. A magical place we want to support.!
Andreas Schirmer shared 2018-03-11 23:13:57 -0700

We are just happy to have access to and to share this wonderful facility, looking forward to opening day of the new library
Pravin Balram shared 2018-03-11 17:54:44 -0700

Our two daughters, both graduates from the University of California education system, benefited greatly from the old Hayward Public Library. The library offered them a quiet and inviting place to do their homework. It was also a place where we as parents could enjoy watching them expand their interests and passions through reading. As adults, the library has always been a great place for self-education.
Vecepia Robinson posted about this on Facebook 2018-03-11 07:55:37 -0700
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Vecepia Robinson shared 2018-03-11 07:55:12 -0700

Faithful visitors of the Hayward libraries since 2000. Honored to be part of history.
Graciela Tiscareño-Sato shared 2018-03-10 17:44:46 -0800

Our family is a friend of the new Hayward library because I’m a local author who has performed several library programs here AND my children have grown up using this precious resource.. We attended the city hall meeting when the artist drawings for first unveiled. We can’t wait!
Sara Hancock shared 2018-03-10 16:51:30 -0800

The library is the heart of a great community!
Briggitte Lowe shared 2018-03-10 13:51:14 -0800

I grew up going to the library. I’m very excited about Hayward’s new 21st Century Library!
Linda Keating shared 2018-03-10 13:49:59 -0800

I have been going to HPL for 60 years since my mother first took me as a child. I have loved it all my life!
Elisa Marquez shared 2018-03-10 10:11:34 -0800

I’m happy to do my part by contributing to our new library. Please join me!
Fran David shared 2018-03-10 09:36:26 -0800

Our new Library & Community Leaning Center is the beating heart of the community. With its resources, open to and shared with all, our diverse and rich community will soar on the wings of literacy.
Larry Ratto shared 2018-03-09 13:58:43 -0800

Reading is the key to knowledge !
Anthony Bernier shared 2018-03-08 20:37:13 -0800

I was part of the Noll&Tam architecture team that brought three teams of youth together to help design this beautiful building for the future of Hayward.
Debby De Angelis shared 2018-03-07 10:50:46 -0800

I love to read!
Ruth Hartman shared 2018-03-06 11:14:36 -0800

Our kids grew up in the Hayward Library. From lapsit classes to school reports, the library was always there for them !
Sarah Erickson shared 2018-03-03 14:26:13 -0800

Books change lives.
Holly Tran shared 2018-02-27 16:20:22 -0800
Mimi Bauer shared 2018-02-27 14:33:42 -0800

Supporting our Hayward Library. Life without free access to knowledge would be tragic.
Mimi Bauer posted about this on Facebook 2018-02-27 14:33:15 -0800
I just shared my story, "Why I'm a Friend of the Library" on the Haywardfriends.org website. Check it out!
Amy Wolitzer shared 2018-02-21 19:14:49 -0800

Everybody should have access to great libraries and programs!
Amy Wolitzer posted about this on Facebook 2018-02-21 19:14:35 -0800
I just shared my story, "Why I'm a Friend of the Library" on the Haywardfriends.org website. Check it out!
Andy Mehdi shared 2018-02-09 14:02:10 -0800

Thank you Shelby Bergeron for your dedication to our community
Paul Frumkin shared 2018-02-06 15:27:44 -0800

I’m a friend and promoter of books and reading because the availability of written words that allows each of us to think, reflect and come to our own conclusions. Remember, books have been destroyed by many anti-democratic institutions and governments. Books are sacred!
Mark Shaw shared 2018-02-06 09:59:47 -0800

I see so many people using the library on a daily basis, either catching up on the news, reading for pleasure or research, or using the computer resources. It’s great to see the community make use of this valuable resource. All will benefit from the new library!
Joan Sieber shared 2018-02-05 07:26:41 -0800

Libraries are places that nurture the spirit and aspirations of people of all ages. Books and the kinds of arts activities that this state of the art library will offer can literally save the lives of people searching for meaning and inspiration.
Linda Dobb shared 2018-02-04 17:09:09 -0800

Its time for a nice public library in Hayward! I can’t wait to see our community have a great place to read, gather, and be proud of!
Ken Rawdon shared 2018-02-04 09:49:39 -0800

I remember as a child going to the New Hartford Public Library in New Hartford Iowa every Saturday. Mrs. Nieman, the librarian, introduced me to reading through books like the Hardy Boys & Nancy Drew Mystery Series. I did not realize at the time the door she was opening for me.

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