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 thro...
Welcome to the kids page! Our library is all about helping kids get the tools they need for learning and entertainment. We offer programs for babies, preschoolers, elementary and middle school students, homeschoolers, tweens, and teens! The Youth Services Department also offers homework resources, as well as an extensive e-library for entertainment and education.
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Upcoming Events
Noblesville Babytime
Thursday, September 16, 2021 @ 9:30 AM
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one. This program is intended for babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Registration is required.
Tips for an awesome and safe Storytime:
- Please register EVERY child in your group.
- Masks are recommended in indoor spaces. Please continue to follow public health guidance.
- Capacity for in person programs is low so we would encourage families to only sign up for ONE session a week.
- Upon arrival, please check in for your session with a library staff member.
Noblesville Storytime
Thursday, September 16, 2021 @ 10:30 AM
Storytime is geared toward older toddlers through preschoolers and their caregiver. Sing, play and listen to stories together! Registration is required.
Tips for an awesome and safe Storytime:
- Please register EVERY child in your group.
- Masks are recommended in indoor spaces. Please continue to follow public health guidance.
- Capacity for in person programs is low so we would encourage families to only sign up for ONE session a week.
- Upon arrival, please check in for your session with a library staff member.
Pre-K Explorers with Ms. Karen
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Thursday, September 16, 2021 @ 1:00 PM
This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping preschoolers learn school-readiness skills, develop social skills, and explore more challenging concepts. Ages 3-5. Registration required.
Tips for an awesome and safe program:
- Please register EVERY child in your group.
- Masks are recommended in indoor spaces. Please continue to follow public health guidance.
- Capacity for in person programs is low so we would encourage families to only sign up for ONE session a week.
- Upon arrival, please check in for your session with a library staff member.
Virtual Storytime
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Saturday, September 18, 2021 @ 11:00 AM
Zoom in with us as we sing, dance, and read stories! Storytimes this session will be conducted in Zoom meeting format to provide interaction between kids and our Librarians. Each participant will have the ability to participate or the choice to keep their microphone and camera muted and off.
While HEPL staff will work to ensure patron safety during virtual programs, it is understood that all participants in our Zoom meetings agree to the Zoom privacy policy here and that each participant will practice safe online behavior using the guidance at connectsafely.org.
MIR Community Album Collaboration: What Ignites Your Passion?
Saturday, September 18, 2021 @ 11:00 AM
Have you ever wanted to be featured on an album? Do you have something to say? Join Eric Salazar, The Clarinet Guy, in the Ignite AV Studio to contribute to a community album. Respond to Salazar's questions and watch as he weaves spoken words into a musical tapestry of collective identity. This is a recording session where YOU get to share your voice! Any level of talent or experience! It only requires 30 minutes of your time. Sign up on your own or come with a group of up to 3 people. Once registered, we will contact you about a specific time slot that works for you or your group within the selected time frame. All ages. Participants will meet in the AV Studio....