Feb 19, 2024 | Ignite Studio, New & Exciting, The Library Behind-the-Scenes, Uncategorized
What do librarians and library workers do all day? It’s not just sitting behind a desk reading a book! Get to know how the public library works behind-the-scenes! This year, we’ll highlight different departments and services the Hamilton East Public Library offers to...
Feb 16, 2024 | Library News, New & Exciting, Uncategorized
By Kelly Hartman Every year in March, we celebrate Disability Awareness Month! We asked co-chair for the Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability, Kelly Hartman, to write a guest blog about her personal connection to this month and her thoughts on the importance of...
Feb 12, 2024 | Library News, New & Exciting, Seed Library, Uncategorized
The 2024 HEPL Seed Library will open on Monday, March 4! We love hearing about your gardens every year, and we know the Seed Library is very important to library users. Our hope is that with the HEPL Seed Library, you will explore how wonderful gardening can be, no...
Feb 8, 2024 | Staff Picks For Adults, Uncategorized
By Kelly M. January has come and gone, and many of us have bid farewell to resolutions about healthier eating habits and regular gym attendance. Cold weather and lack of sunshine have made everything seem more challenging—even curling up on the couch with a book can...
Feb 5, 2024 | Staff Picks For Adults, Uncategorized
By Mallory E., Public Services Librarian If you are anything like me, your TikTok For You Page is consistently filled with reading recommendations, indicating that you are also a part of #BookTok. #BookTok refers to the section of TikTok devoted to book reviews and...
Feb 1, 2024 | Staff Picks For Kids, Staff Picks For Teens, Uncategorized
In January, the American Library Association (ALA) announced the 2024 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...