You see their faces, you may know their names, but it's time to really get to know your local librarians and library staff! Meet Brianna Harting, Teen Librarian. Q: What brought you to HEPL? A: My bachelor’s degree is actually in graphic design, and that’s what I...
By Rachel Ratajski The fifth HEPL Teen Writing Challenge has concluded, and three winners were chosen out of ten entries from teens. The Teen Writing Challenge was the idea of a student who shared it with the library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB). The TAB loved the suggestion...
Think the library is just about books? Think again! Your local library is a treasure trove of resources, materials, and services, with something for everyone in the community. September marks the beginning of Library Card Sign-Up Month, and to celebrate, we'll be highlighting some of...
By Rachel Ratajski The theme for HEPL’s next Teen Writing Challenge is reimagined classics! Put your own unique twist on a classic fairy tale, myth, or story from classic literature. Teen writers can submit an original, reimagined classics-themed short story for HEPL’s 5th Teen Writing Challenge! WHO: Teens in...
Books Build Bridges is a community read program hosted by Hamilton East Public Library each fall to build community through shared experience, provide diverse reading opportunities, and engage our community with noted authors. This year's featured books are classic stories reimagined. For adult readers, the...
There's still two weeks left to complete your summer reading challenge! Looking for some book recommendations to keep your kids motivated and interested in the final days of summer? Check out these curated booklists from ALSC (Association for Library Services to Children)! "These lists are full...
Want to know what your fellow Hoosiers are reading? "The Indiana Library Federation supports three annual book award programs. The book award programs seek to foster self-selected reading by engaging students and adults in the selection, promotion and recognition of honored books." Here are the 2022-2023...
Join the HEPL community of readers by enrolling in the All Together Now 2023 Summer Reading Program! Readers of all ages can keep an online log of their reading and complete fun activities during June and July to participate. Registration begins Monday, May 8th. Sign...
By Rachel Ratajski The fourth HEPL Teen Writing Challenge has concluded, and three winners were chosen out of ten entries from teens. The Teen Writing Challenge was the idea of a student who shared it with theTeen Advisory Board (TAB). The TAB loved the suggestion and felt...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Explore everything going on at HEPL to celebrate this month. Mental Health Resource Guide Download our newly updated mental health resource guide for 2023, featuring links to resources for mental health, well-being, and substance abuse. Mental Health Awareness Month Programs Good Vibes Jars...
