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
Teen Blogs & Staff Picks
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, the library will...
29 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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: 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
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
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
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
Once Upon a Fairytale Retelling
Once Upon a Fairytale Retelling By: Missy Flanagin I recently got the pleasure of introducing a good friend of mine to a young adult series,...
09 March, 2020
Stay Healthy for National Nutrition Month
Stay Healthy for National Nutrition Month By: Anders Arnold Howdy folks! March is National Nutrition Month and I wanted my blog to focus on how...
05 March, 2020
15 YA Books for Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month
15 YA Books for Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month By: Erin Weir Dealing with the loss of a loved one is hard for everyone. Siblings in...
29 October, 2019
Creepy Cool Collection – Teen Books that’ll Keep You Up at Night
Creepy Cool Collection – Teen Books that’ll Keep You Up at Night By: Anders Arnold There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are turning,...
21 October, 2019
Teen Lit Café: Read Outside the Library
Teen Lit Café: Read Outside the Library By: Erin Weir This August, we are starting a new book club just for teens! What makes it...
09 August, 2019
Dog Days of Summer – Teen Books for Canine Fans
Dog Days of Summer – Teen Books for Canine Fans By: Anders Arnold There’s nothing quite like the summer sun shining down while you’re relaxing...
22 April, 2019
Staff Review: Batman: The Killing Joke
Staff Review: Batman: The Killing Joke By: Justin Davis Alan Moore’s 1988 classic graphic novel starts with Batman visiting Arkham Asylum to see if the...
06 June, 2018
Staff Review: As Brave As You by Jason Reynolds
Staff Review: As Brave As You by Jason Reynolds By: Emily Burton Genie and his brother Ernie are headed to Virginia where they’ll spend a...
18 March, 2018
Teen Romance Novels that Won’t Make you Blush
Teen Romance Novels that Won't Make you Blush By: Jackie Humphrey Happy Valentine's Day! There are many legends that surround St. Valentine. My favorite story...
14 February, 2018
Awesome YA Books! Great New Titles For Teens (And Adults)
Awesome YA Books! Great New Titles For Teens (And Adults) By: Anders Arnold Hello 2018! I can't think of a better way to kick off...
22 January, 2018