Nov 11, 2024 | Library News
By Brad H., Director of Community and Staff Engagement Over the last ten years, I’ve led HEPL’s True Brew book club which meets monthly to discuss titles that explore the United States’ rich historical past. While this group satisfies the passion I have to study our...
Nov 4, 2024 | Library News, Staff Picks For Adults
By Mallory E., Public Services Librarian Veteran’s Day is a time to honor the men and women who have served our country. For me, it’s also a moment to reflect on my family’s connection to the military and our legacy of service that spans generations. My dad and...
Oct 25, 2023 | Highlights in History, Indiana Room, Uncategorized
By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian As we approach Veterans Day, it would be good to look at the service of a forgotten veteran whose grave is unmarked. Caleb Harrison (17??-1833) was an early settler of northern Hamilton County and a veteran of the Battle of...
Oct 14, 2023 | Highlights in History, Indiana Room, Staff Picks For Adults, Uncategorized
By Ann Grilliot, Genealogy and Local History Coordinator The older I get, the more I appreciate those who make the commitment to serve in the military and protect our nation and communities. My own research in genealogy has brought this home to me! Veterans Day,...
