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Nelson Price | Hoosiers and the Revolution (NP)

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

As we advance toward America 250, join us for an exploration of the links – several of them little-known – between an array of notable Hoosiers and the country’s birth. The great-grandfather of Benjamin Harrison, the only U.S.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Speaker
Registration Required
:

As we advance toward America 250, join us for an exploration of the links – several of them little-known – between an array of notable Hoosiers and the country’s birth. The great-grandfather of Benjamin Harrison, the only U.S.

Open Board Gaming (NP)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

*This month's open board gaming session will be at the Sugar Creek Branch in New Palestine. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
:

*This month's open board gaming session will be at the Sugar Creek Branch in New Palestine. 

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Book Donations

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Clean out your shelves and get a tax break for helping the Hancock County Public Library.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

Clean out your shelves and get a tax break for helping the Hancock County Public Library.

CLOSED Mother's Day

All Day
Greenfield, New Palestine, Bookmobile
Closing
Branches:
Greenfield, New Palestine, Bookmobile
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Genealogy Jam (NP)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Martha M. Willis Study Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help researching online, or have an informal conversation about genealogy.

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Martha M. Willis Study Room NP
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop
:

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help researching online, or have an informal conversation about genealogy.

Friends of the Library Book Sale (Members Only Preview)

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

On this night, Friends of the Library members get first choice shopping at the members-only preview sale, which includes gently-used books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and video games.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

On this night, Friends of the Library members get first choice shopping at the members-only preview sale, which includes gently-used books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and video games.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Bargain Day | Friends of the Library Book Sale

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

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Genealogy Jam (G)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Local History Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help researching online, or have an informal conversation about genealogy.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop
:

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help researching online, or have an informal conversation about genealogy.

Open Mic Night

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Concert, Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, All Ages

Calling all musicians and music lovers! Join us for an Open Mic Night at the library, hosted by local musician Rowan Kerkhof. Performers may sign up for a 10 to 15-minute slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Concert, Performance
Registration Required
:

Calling all musicians and music lovers! Join us for an Open Mic Night at the library, hosted by local musician Rowan Kerkhof. Performers may sign up for a 10 to 15-minute slot.

CLOSED Memorial Day

All Day
Greenfield, New Palestine, Bookmobile
Closing
Branches:
Greenfield, New Palestine, Bookmobile

Open Board Gaming

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us on the last Saturday of every month for board game demos and free play, sponsored by Board Gaming Indy.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
:

Join us on the last Saturday of every month for board game demos and free play, sponsored by Board Gaming Indy.

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Genealogy Jam (G)

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Local History Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help with online research, or have an informal conversation about genealogy. 

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop
:

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help with online research, or have an informal conversation about genealogy. 

Dinosaur Puppet

Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show (G)

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.

Dinosaur Puppet

Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show (NP)

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.

The Midnight Mojo Concert

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Concert
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

The Midnight Mojo is a high-energy piano rock band performing a lively mix of well-known favorites across genres and decades. Expect an engaging, upbeat show with piano-led arrangements, strong vocals, and a full band sound.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Concert
Registration Required
:

The Midnight Mojo is a high-energy piano rock band performing a lively mix of well-known favorites across genres and decades. Expect an engaging, upbeat show with piano-led arrangements, strong vocals, and a full band sound.

Event image with "Genealogy Jam" displayed over maps, a census record, and family tree.

Genealogy Jam (NP)

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Martha M. Willis Study Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help with online research, or have an informal conversation about genealogy. 

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Martha M. Willis Study Room NP
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop
:

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian for a casual Genealogy Jam session. Drop in to ask questions, get help with online research, or have an informal conversation about genealogy. 

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Book Donations

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Clean out your shelves and get a tax break for helping the Hancock County Public Library.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books/Writing, Community Event
:

Clean out your shelves and get a tax break for helping the Hancock County Public Library.

Hedgehog

Hedgehog Hannah (G)

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Hedgehog

Hedgehog Hannah (G)

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Hedgehog

Hedgehog Hannah (NP)

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Hedgehog

Hedgehog Hannah (NP)

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Join us for a fun, exciting show featuring exotic animals. Both children and adults can touch, handle, and learn about critters from all over the world!