What’s Cooking @ HEPL: Ep 05
By: Heidi Herald Welcome back to the What’s Cooking @ HEPL blog! I am Heidi Herald, a Public Services Librarian at Hamilton East Public...
09 May, 2022
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Summer Reading Program 2022: Oceans of Possibilities
Composed By: Allison Kartman, Youth Engagement Coordinator Join the HEPL community of readers by enrolling in the Oceans of Possibilities 2022 Summer Reading Program!...
05 May, 2022
HEPL is On the Move This Summer
Heading to the park to play in a splash pad, take a walk, or just run off some energy this summer? You might...
01 May, 2022
Library Board Meeting Scheduled For April 28, 2022
The April 2022 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held April 28, 2022 at 4:15 pm...
25 April, 2022
Spring 2022 Teen Writing Challenge – The Results Are In!
By Christy Franzman The second HEPL Teen Writing Challenge has concluded and 3 winners were chosen out of 46 entries from teens in grades...
22 April, 2022
What’s Cooking @ HEPL: Ep 04
By: Heidi Herald Welcome back to the What’s Cooking @ HEPL blog! I am Heidi Herald, a Public Services Librarian at Hamilton East Public...
01 April, 2022
LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR RETURNS
The Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) is pleased to announce the return of our local author fair, a free open house-style event for...
21 March, 2022
Library Board Meeting Scheduled For March 24, 2022
Library Board meeting scheduled for March 24, 2022. The March 2022 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be...
21 March, 2022
What’s Cooking @ HEPL: Ep 03
By: Heidi Herald Welcome back to the What’s Cooking @ HEPL blog! I am Heidi Herald, a Public Services Librarian at Hamilton East Public...
03 March, 2022
Library Board Meeting Scheduled For February 24, 2022
Library Board meeting scheduled for February 24, 2022. The February 2022 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be...
21 February, 2022
Seed Library 2022
During the icy chill of late winter, we long for the tentative warmth of early spring and the opening of the 2022 HEPL...
11 February, 2022
The Hamilton East Public Library Celebrates Disability Awareness Month in March 2022
March is Disability Awareness Month, sponsored by the Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities. Throughout March, the Hamilton East Public Library will...
04 February, 2022
Library Board meeting scheduled for February 4, 2022
Library Board meeting scheduled for February 4, 2022. The Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting at 3:15 pm...
02 February, 2022
What’s Cooking @ HEPL: Ep 02
By: Heidi Herald Welcome to the What’s Cooking @ HEPL blog! I am Heidi Herald, a Public Services Librarian at Hamilton East Public Library....
01 February, 2022
Library Board meeting scheduled for January 27, 2022
Library Board meeting scheduled for January 27, 2022. The January 27, 2022 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will...
24 January, 2022
Teen Writing Challenge: Poetry
By Christy Franzman The theme for HEPL’s next Teen Writing Challenge is poetry to celebrate the upcoming National Poetry Month in April! Aspiring teen writers,...
18 January, 2022
Cozy Winter Reading Program 2022
By: Lori Holewinski Hamilton East Public Library’s annual Cozy Winter Reading Program runs from February 1-28, 2022. This program gives readers of all ages...
14 January, 2022
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. & Hamilton County
By: Hamilton County Historian David Heighway As we approach the 93rd anniversary of Martin Luther King’s birth, people are looking at various ways to...
13 January, 2022
HEPL Service & Program Update
In response to the recent rise in COVID-19 transmission locally, the Hamilton East Public Library has temporarily suspended in-person programming and events at...
06 January, 2022
What’s Cooking @ HEPL?
By: Heidi Herald Welcome to the very first What’s Cooking @ HEPL blog! I am Heidi Herald, a Public Services Librarian at Hamilton East...
01 January, 2022
Call for Local Authors: HEPL’s Local Author Fair Returns in 2022
Written by: Danielle Acton, Adult Engagement Coordinator The Hamilton East Public Library is excited to announce that plans are underway for the return of...
20 December, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for December 16, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for December 16, 2021 The December 16, 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will...
12 December, 2021
The Road to Completing College Applications: Transcripts and Test Scores
By Maggie Chen Unlike the previous college application blog sections that were writing based, this section does not have an essay to write and submit. Much of...
23 November, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for November 18, 2021
The November 18, 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 11/18/21 at 4:15 pm in...
16 November, 2021
Fall 2021 Teen Writing Challenge – The Results Are In!
By Christy Franzman The first HEPL Teen Writing Challenge has concluded and 3 winners were chosen out of 24 entries from teens in grades...
03 November, 2021
The Road to Completing College Applications: Writing and Letters of Recommendation
By Maggie Chen The next sections of an application are for writing and letters of recommendation. In contrast to the sections before that gave...
01 November, 2021
Overdue Fines Are Over at Hamilton East Public Library
With libraries in Fishers and Noblesville, the Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) is pleased to announce that effective November 1, 2021 the library...
29 October, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for October 28, 2021
The October 28, 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 10/28/21 at 4:15 pm in...
26 October, 2021
The Road to Completing College Applications: Academics and Activities
By Maggie Chen Once you have selected the application deadline type and completed the family section, you will move on to the academics and activities section of the application. This...
19 October, 2021
Celebrate Season of Gratitude 2021 with Hamilton East Public Library
Practicing gratitude and positivity has been found to have a profound effect on the human brain, helping us make happiness a habit. When...
08 October, 2021
Festive Fall Events and Activities at the Library
October in Indiana brings to mind crisp fall days, colorful leaves, pumpkins, and Halloween fun. What better way to celebrate fall than to...
29 September, 2021
Teen Volunteering at the Library!
By Erin Weir As the Teen Librarian at our Fishers location, I am often asked about what volunteer opportunities the library has to offer...
27 September, 2021
Library Board meetings scheduled for September 23, 2021
The Public Hearing on the Library’s 2022 Budget and the September 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees...
17 September, 2021
Call for Historical Family Photos
Written by: Nancy Massey, Indiana Room Coordinator Hamilton County will celebrate its 200th birthday in 2023. In preparation for this bicentennial celebration, a new...
10 September, 2021
The Road to Completing College Applications: Application Deadlines and Family
By Maggie Chen College applications are a tedious, nerve-wracking, and most importantly, stressful experience. Although college applications begin at the end of junior year...
07 September, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for August 26, 2021
The August 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 8/26/21 at 4:15 pm in the...
24 August, 2021
Teen Writing Challenge
By Christy Franzman Aspiring teen writers, or teens who want the chance to win gift cards (no judgement here!), can submit their original short...
27 July, 2021
Teen Guest Blog – Hot or Not Part III: Manga/Anime
By Niko Hey, hey! It’s your boy back again with another hot anime list. This list includes my personal top 5 apocalypse/sci-fi manga/anime. Sometimes...
27 July, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for July 22, 2021
The July 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 7/22/21 at 4:15 pm in the...
20 July, 2021
2021 Books Build Bridges: Connecting Communities through Reading
Books Build Bridges is a community read program hosted by Hamilton East Public Library each fall to build community through shared experience, provide...
12 July, 2021
Now You Know Lesser-Knowns: Crime and Punishment and Amanuensis
By Izzy Alexander This is edition two of five of Now You Know Lesser-Knowns: a blog series in which I (Izzy Alexander) discuss rare literary devices present in teen...
21 June, 2021
Hamilton County at the Juneteenth Proclamation
Written by Hamilton County Historian, David Heighway with special thanks to Lezli Davis for new information and much of the research on individuals Juneteenth...
16 June, 2021
Celebrate Shark Week with the Hamilton East Public Library on July 5-9
Let’s talk SHARKS! They elicit such strong emotions-from fear to fascination. The media loves to villainize sharks by portraying them as evil creatures...
10 June, 2021
Infrastructure Improvements at our Libraries are Underway
If you have visited or driven by our Fishers and Noblesville libraries lately, you have noticed the initial renovation work required to maintain...
04 June, 2021
Pride Month History and Resources
Written by Ally Muterspaw Pride parades and festivals commonly take place in the United States during the month of June to commemorate the...
03 June, 2021
Watch for Hamilton East Public Library at the Parks this Summer
A public library is so much more than a building. One big takeaway from the Covid-19 pandemic is that people continue to connect...
02 June, 2021
Hamilton County’s Unknown Soldier Memorial
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian Every Memorial Day, we look at various sites and objects that recognize the sacrifice of American soldiers. Here...
25 May, 2021
Construction News: Improving Access, Expanding Possibilities
Are you planning a Library visit? Here are some things you need to know as we begin construction to improve access at both...
13 May, 2021
Tails and Tales: Summer Reading List for Kids and Teens
Whether it’s a story with animals, fun facts about birds and beasts, or a wild and fascinating tome, you’ll find something to enjoy...
12 May, 2021
Teen Guest Blog – Hot or Not Part II: Manga/Anime
By Niko Heya, heya! It's me again, back with a hot anime list. These five mainstream anime and/or manga are worth the hype, in...
10 May, 2021
Summer Reading Program 2021 – Tails and Tales
Join the HEPL community of readers this summer to log your reading during June and July, 2021! Enrolling in the Tails and Tales...
07 May, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for May 10, 2021
The Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will meet via Zoom on Monday May 10 at 3:00pm to discuss potential public art...
06 May, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for May 27, 2021
The May 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 5/27/21 at 4:15 pm in the...
01 May, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for April 22, 2021
The April 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 4/22/21 at 4:15 pm in the...
15 April, 2021
Now You Know Lesser-Knowns: Ella Minnow Pea and Lipograms
By Izzy Alexander This is edition one of five of Now You Know Lesser-Knowns: a blog series in which I (Izzy Alexander) discuss rare literary devices present...
06 April, 2021
Regular Hours Return and Face Mask Advisory
While COVID-19 continues to shape our lives, we are future-focused and continue to press forward to safely provide library resources, programs, and services...
05 April, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021
The March 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 3/25/21 at 4:15 pm via Zoom. Information...
22 March, 2021
Hamilton East Public Library- 2021 Sustainability Book List
Enjoy these titles for all ages and learn more about sustainability and the small changes we can all make. Search for one of...
22 March, 2021
Schedule Curbside Service at HEPL
We offer contact-free curbside holds pickup by appointment. Once you place a hold and receive an email or text notification that your holds...
17 March, 2021
Teen Guest Blog – Hot or Not: Manga/Anime
By Niko Hello, hello! This little segment is about what Manga/Anime are hot and which are not. As a note, this is all my...
02 March, 2021
What IS in the Indiana Room?
Written by: Nancy Massey, Indiana Room Coordinator If you are a genealogist, someone researching the history of your home, or a student researching a...
25 February, 2021
Library Board meeting scheduled for February 25, 2021
The February 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 2/25/21 at 4:15 pm via Zoom. Information...
22 February, 2021
Disability Awareness Month Reading List
Celebrate Disability Awareness Month by exploring these books for all ages! For more Disability Awareness events and activities, click here. Kids Hello Goodbye Dog by...
18 February, 2021
The Hamilton East Public Library Celebrates Disability Awareness Month in March
By: Danielle Acton March is Disability Awareness Month, sponsored by the Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities. While HEPL's events are virtual this...
15 February, 2021
Board Meeting Scheduled for January 28, 2021
The January 2021 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 1/28/21 at 4:15 pm via Zoom. Information...
25 January, 2021
Stay Cozy This Winter with Cozy Winter Reading Program 2021
By: Lori Holewinski Bedtime stories are a traditional way to help children transition into sleep after a busy day. The Mayo Clinic suggests that bedtime...
22 January, 2021
Week of Wizardry and Wonderment: Edible, Delectable Magical Treats
By: Lisa Glesil It’s time to have a fun, magical time in the kitchen. I have included two very cute and easy recipes which...
12 January, 2021
Week of Wizardry and Wonderment: Harry Potter Reimagined
By: Allison Kartman Magic awaits at our annual Harry Potter Book Night reimagined into a fully virtual week of everything magical and fantastical! Beginning...
12 January, 2021
Martin Luther King, Jr. & The Civil Rights Movement
By: Pam Lamberger “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” -...
06 January, 2021
A New Year’s Address
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian An announcement was posted in the local newspaper, the Noblesville Plain Dealer, on December 26, 1850, which said: “NEW...
28 December, 2020
Library Board meeting scheduled for December 17, 2020
The December 2020 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held 12/17/20 at 4:15 pm via Zoom....
10 December, 2020
Genealogy Gratitude List
Written by: Nancy Massey, Indiana Room Coordinator November’s genealogy roundtable was all about genealogy gratitude. In keeping with HEPL’s Season of Gratitude celebration now...
01 December, 2020
Library Board Meeting Scheduled for November 19, 2020
The November 2020 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at 4:15 pm via Zoom. Information on...
13 November, 2020
Celebrate National Aviation History Month
Celebrate National Aviation History Month By: Anders Arnold Look! Up in the sky. It’s a bird…it’s a plane…It’s…a plane. Seriously, we’re going to celebrate aviation this...
12 November, 2020
HEPL Focuses on Family, Community and Self for Season of Gratitude
The spotlight is on gratitude this season. Gratitude is defined as a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation. Experts tell us that practicing gratitude...
29 October, 2020
Putting a “Lid” on Candy in 1907
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian I’ve been watching the discussion on how to have fun and stay safe on Halloween this year, and...
28 October, 2020
Book Clubbing It: How to Start & Moderate a Book Club
By: Julia Welzen With the autumnal weather guiding us to cozy activities, you may be curious about joining or starting a book club as a...
20 October, 2020
A False Incarceration: Rigdon Whitfield
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian A topic that many people are discussing these days is the issue of African Americans and a number...
24 September, 2020
Board Meeting Scheduled for September 24 2020
Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2021 budget at 4:15pm on Thursday September 24, 2020...
21 September, 2020
Now Accepting Proposals: Self Check Kiosk
This Request for Proposal (RFP), issued by the Board of Trustees of Hamilton East Public Library (hereby referred to as “HEPL”) is for...
04 September, 2020
Did Your Ancestor Own Land?
Written by: Nancy Massey, Indiana Room Coordinator Land records can be an invaluable resource for genealogists. At the August genealogy roundtable, attendees mentioned that...
03 September, 2020
Now Accepting Proposals
Hamilton East Public Library seeks proposals for an Integrated Library System delivered as SaaS and a Discovery Layer solution. Proposals may include one or...
01 September, 2020
Victory Gardens – Now and Then
Written by: Allison Zafiratos With the opening of HEPL’s Seed Library this past March, I began wondering how these seeds would be used in our...
31 August, 2020
Board Meeting Scheduled for August 27, 2020
Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting at 4:15pm on Thursday August 27, 2020 in the Center...
18 August, 2020
When Your Best Friend is a Unicorn
By: Missy Flanagin It’s nothing new that young students love unicorns. Unicorns are literally everywhere you turn. They can be found on the cereal...
17 August, 2020
Books Build Bridges: Connecting Communities Through Reading
By: Danielle Acton, Adult Engagement Coordinator and Christy Franzman, Teen Coordinator This fall, HEPL will introduce a new community read initiative—Books Build Bridges. HEPL serves...
12 August, 2020
Expanded Daytime Hours and Services
Beginning on August 10th, we are expanding our daytime hours and reopening our Ignite Studio Kit Library by reservation only. Our hard-working staff...
10 August, 2020
Bond Sale Notice
To read the full notice, please click here. The Hamilton East Public Library ...
28 July, 2020
Coping with COVID Using Creativity: Explore the New Creativebug Database
By: Pam Lamberger How are you coping with the unexpected change of pace while spending oodles of time at home during the interminable days...
27 July, 2020
The 500 Mile Tradition Continues
Written by: Amy Norris Many of us in Hamilton County take for granted the quick 30-mile drive in the car to Speedway. Race fans...
23 July, 2020
Board Meeting Scheduled for July 23, 2020
The July 23 regular meeting of the Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at 4:15 pm in the Large...
16 July, 2020
UPDATED: Notice to Taxpayers of Additional Appropriation
Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the library district known as Hamilton East Public Library (the "Library") that the Board of...
15 July, 2020
Community Resource Guide – Resources for Personal and Small Business Financial Recovery
By: Pam Lamberger Where Do We Go from Here? Reclaiming Financial Wellbeing in the Wake of COVID-19 Living through a pandemic has challenged every individual,...
09 July, 2020
World War II Veterans
Written by: Nancy Massey, Indiana Room Coordinator Although this is at the start of July, September is just around the corner with a special...
08 July, 2020
Hamilton East Public Library and its Ignite Studio Receives Power of Libraries Award
June 30, 2020 Contact: Shelley Huffman, Marketing & Communications Manager Email: huffmans@hepl.lib.in.us HAMILTON EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY AND ITS IGNITE STUDIO RECEIVES POWER OF LIBRARIES AWARD June 30,...
30 June, 2020
Board Meeting to be held on June 25, 2020
Hamilton East Public Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting at 4:15pm on Thursday June 25, 2020 in the Center...
22 June, 2020
The Great Depression and Art in Hamilton County
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian When Franklin D. Roosevelt took office in March 1933, his administration immediately created an overlapping “alphabet soup” of...
18 June, 2020
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream (And Good Books)
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream (And Good Books) By: Anders Arnold Summer is here and it's time to cheer. The...
15 June, 2020
Anti-Racist Reads and Resources for Kids and Teens
By: Angela Dubinger Whether you are researching and learning for yourself or need resources and stories for your children, our library has gathered a...
11 June, 2020
We’re Reopening With Care the Week of June 15th
We have missed you! Beginning the week of June 15th, we are ready to reopen our buildings with limited services, new hours, and...
10 June, 2020