Sep 5, 2025 | New & Exciting, Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids
By Joan D., Public Services Assistant Celebrated in September, Happy Cat Month hopes to educate and inform cat owners about what they can do to make their pets happy and healthy. Many people view cats as self-reliant, aloof, and less in need of medical attention than...
Jun 16, 2025 | Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens
By Pam L., Public Services Librarian Did you know that June of every year is Audiobook Appreciation Month? Summer is a perfect time to focus on this auditory format and give your eyes a break. Plus, who doesn’t have fond childhood memories of drowsily drifting off to...
May 12, 2025 | Library News, Staff Picks For Kids
Our 500 Books Before Middle School Challenge is getting a makeover! On May 30, the current challenge on Beanstack will sunset, and patrons can join the NEW 500 Books Before Middle School Challenge! This refreshed challenge will feature a selection of new, rotating...
May 5, 2025 | Library News, Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens
Join the HEPL community of readers by enrolling in the Color Our World Summer Reading Program! Read and keep an online log during June and July to participate. Registration begins May 5. Sign up on Beanstack or by downloading the Beanstack app. Enroll in the Summer...
Feb 12, 2025 | Guest Blog, Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens
By Megan Zanto, Director of Mentor Development at Youth Mentoring Initiative Hamilton East Public Library has partnered with Youth Mentoring Initiative in Fishers to support them in their mission of engaging HSE students by nurturing positive relationships with a...
Jan 31, 2025 | Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens
In January, the American Library Association (ALA) announced the 2025 Youth Media Award winners. Each year, the ALA honors books and other outstanding materials for children and teens published in the preceding year. Recognized worldwide for the high quality they...
