Sep 1, 2023 | Ignite Studio, Library News, Uncategorized
By Kris Hurst, Arts Engagement Coordinator Ignite Studio invites central Indiana artists to serve as a Maker-in-Residence in 2024. Ignite Studio is an arts-focused makerspace designed to offer broad access to the Hamilton County community to a variety of art and...
Aug 28, 2023 | Library News, Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens, Uncategorized
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...
Aug 25, 2023 | Highlights in History, Indiana Room, Uncategorized
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian Hamilton County’s participation in the arts began fairly early, and part of that was due to a man named Robert Lindsey “Lins” Carlin (1832-1914). Carlin was born in Hamilton County, and while his first job was driving a...
Aug 18, 2023 | Highlights in History, Indiana Room, Uncategorized
By Jessica Layman, Local History and Genealogy Librarian As you gear up for the first weeks of the school year, remember that there’s some things all kids in Hamilton County have in common, no matter how old they are or when they went to school. Schools across...
Jul 17, 2023 | Library News, Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens, Uncategorized
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...