Apr 28, 2023 | Indiana Room, Staff Picks For Adults, Uncategorized
By Ann Grilliot, Genealogy & Local History Coordinator Mother’s Day is approaching, and that has me thinking of the women in my life. On both sides of my lineage, the family stories have been passed on through the women. They have been the historians and...
Apr 5, 2023 | Indiana Room, Library News, Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Picks For Kids, Uncategorized
By Jessica Layman, Local History and Genealogy Librarian Did you know that people with Arab heritage have been living in Indiana for more than 100 years? Many assumptions are made about people who identify as Arab. Generally speaking, people of Arab descent or their...
Mar 30, 2023 | Indiana Room, Uncategorized
By Ann Grilliot, Genealogy & Local History Coordinator I want to learn more about genetic genealogy. You know, using your DNA to find all those cousins you share centimorgans with. Growing up, my grandmother shared stories of her Swedish family. I always loved to...
Mar 27, 2023 | Staff Picks For Adults, Staff Spotlight, Uncategorized
You see their faces, you may know their names, but it’s time to really get to know your local librarians and library staff! Meet Danielle Acton, Adult Engagement Coordinator in our Public Services department. Q: What brought you to HEPL and how long have you...
Mar 13, 2023 | Friends Announcements, Library News, Staff Picks For Adults, Uncategorized
The Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) is excited to host our 2023 Local Author Fair, a free, open house-style event for all ages. The event will be held on Saturday, April 15 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM at the FORUM Events Center, 11313 USA Pkwy, Fishers, Indiana. Nearly 60...
