As we draw near to the end of the year, many in our community will turn their focus to celebrations and times of giving. Again, the library will celebrate that spirit of giving from December 1 to January 5 with our Season of Giving initiative. Happenings include programs at the library and donation drive partnerships with the Noblesville Township and Delaware Township trustee offices and HamCoLove. Look for donation collection spots at both the Noblesville Library and the Fishers Library between December 1 to January 5.
Donation Drives
Socks, winter hats, and gloves
Support those in need in our community this season by donating new socks, winter hats, and mittens/gloves (in all sizes). Donated items from the Fishers Library will go to the Delaware Township Trustee’s office for distribution, and donated items from the Noblesville Library will go to the Noblesville Township Trustee’s office for distribution.
Period care products
HamCoLove is a local organization striving to end period poverty in Hamilton County. Part of their mission is “to provide necessary period care products to Hamilton County, IN residents.” HEPL will be collecting items from HamCoLove’s wish lists. Wish lists are featured here: Target, Amazon, Walmart. If you would like to donate directly to HamCoLove, they accept Venmo: @HamCoLove. Learn more about this organization at HamCoLove.com.
Season of Giving Programs
Houseplant Swap | All Ages
Sun. 12/8 | 1-4pm | FIS
If you love houseplants and have plants or cuttings to share, please drop in anytime at our Houseplant Swap!
Crafty Teens with Kiln Creations | Grades 6-12
Mon. 12/9 | 5:30-7pm | NOB
Wed. 12/11 | 5:30-7pm | FIS
Teens are invited to decorate their own ceramic snowperson bowl! Staff from Kiln Creations will help teens make bowls to keep for themselves or give away for the Season of Giving. Projects can be picked up at Kiln Creations after they have been fired at 60 N 9th St, Noblesville, IN. Registration required.
Homemade for the Holidays | Ages 6-11
Sat. 12/14 | 2-4pm | NOB
Come make your adult a homemade present! Registration required.
Community Blood Drive | Adults
Tue. 12/17 | 3-7pm | NOB
Be a beacon of hope this season and donate blood to save lives! Each donor will receive a free book and a piece of HEPL swag. Appointments are highly recommended. Schedule your donation on the event calendar. Registration highly recommended.
Book-mas Tree: A Wintry Craft Workshop | All Ages
Tue. 12/17 | 6:30-7:30pm | NOB
Join us for a fun and festive crafting event where you can transform an old book into a beautiful holiday decoration! Led by the talented Riwo of Gal’s Guide Library, you’ll learn how to fold and create a unique tree that you can display proudly in your home or give as a gift. All supplies will be provided. Registration required.
Jólabókaflóð | All Ages
Tues. 12/17 | 5:30-7pm
Celebrate the magic of the Icelandic tradition, Jólabókaflóð, with us at the library! Swap your favorite reads at our book exchange, cozy up in themed reading nooks, and dive into creative activities like bookmark making, story crafting, and puzzling. Indulge in delicious hot chocolate as you browse our book recommendations and enjoy the festive atmosphere. If you are interested in the book exchange please bring one used book in good condition to share with a new friend!
Simple Gifts | Grades 3-5
Weds. 12/18 | 5-7pm | FIS
Drop in anytime and create small gifts to give to family or friends. Stations will be set up for a variety of crafting experiences.
To participate in any Season of Giving programs, you may register on our online Calendar of Events. We hope you will celebrate this Season of Giving with us at HEPL!