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Baby Storytime G

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.

Green background; an outline of a house with a heart in it. The words "FAMILY, best for kids 2-6 with siblings" is above the house.

Family Storytime G

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Families with kids (ages 2-6), join us for stories, music, activities, and lots of fun!

Participants will be admitted on a first-come/first-served basis as room allows. Upon arrival, please claim a green lanyard for each child attending.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Families with kids (ages 2-6), join us for stories, music, activities, and lots of fun!

Participants will be admitted on a first-come/first-served basis as room allows. Upon arrival, please claim a green lanyard for each child attending.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime NP

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Enjoy stories, songs, bad dance moves, and general silliness at the Sugar Creek's Family Storytime!

For ages 2-6 with caregiver. Siblings welcome. Drop in, no registrations.

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
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Enjoy stories, songs, bad dance moves, and general silliness at the Sugar Creek's Family Storytime!

For ages 2-6 with caregiver. Siblings welcome. Drop in, no registrations.

Haunted Headphones Book Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
GBC Community Room B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Haunted Headphones is a book club for fans of horror fiction who just so happen to do their reading via audiobooks.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups
Registration Required
:

Haunted Headphones is a book club for fans of horror fiction who just so happen to do their reading via audiobooks.

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Read, Rock, & Roll G

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Come and join us as we move and groove with your little ones! We will dance, sing, and play with musical instruments and props in this fun music and movement based storytime!

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
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Come and join us as we move and groove with your little ones! We will dance, sing, and play with musical instruments and props in this fun music and movement based storytime!

Teen Book Club G

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Books/Writing
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all readers! Join our teen book club for lively discussions with fellow booklovers in a fun and welcoming environment.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Books/Writing
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Calling all readers! Join our teen book club for lively discussions with fellow booklovers in a fun and welcoming environment.

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Breakdance Demo and Workshop G

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, All Ages

All ages are invited to this breakdance experience! We will start with a demonstration, then move into a workshop to explore various other street dance techniques. Observers are also welcome!

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

All ages are invited to this breakdance experience! We will start with a demonstration, then move into a workshop to explore various other street dance techniques. Observers are also welcome!

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Chess Club G

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens

Youth of all ages are welcome! Program is drop-in; no registration required.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Class/Workshop
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Youth of all ages are welcome! Program is drop-in; no registration required.

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Breakdance Demo and Workshop NP

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Family, Performance, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, All Ages

All ages are invited to this breakdance experience! We will start with a demonstration, then move into a workshop to explore various other street dance techniques. Observers are also welcome!

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

All ages are invited to this breakdance experience! We will start with a demonstration, then move into a workshop to explore various other street dance techniques. Observers are also welcome!

Night Owls Storytime NP

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Wear your pajamas, bring a stuffy and join Sugar Creek for a few bedtime stories. We will also enjoy some flannel board activities as well as a little relaxing yoga, music, and more to get our wiggles out!


 

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Wear your pajamas, bring a stuffy and join Sugar Creek for a few bedtime stories. We will also enjoy some flannel board activities as well as a little relaxing yoga, music, and more to get our wiggles out!


 

square blue box with smiling baby. best for babies up to 24 months.

Baby Storytime G

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.

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Brown Bag Book Discussion

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
GBC Community Room B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Books/Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Librarian Paul McNeil will lead a discussion of Whack Job: A History of Axe Murder by Rachel McCarthy James. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to read the book in advance.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books/Writing
Registration Required
:

Librarian Paul McNeil will lead a discussion of Whack Job: A History of Axe Murder by Rachel McCarthy James. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to read the book in advance.

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Toddler Storytime G

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Kids (ages 2-3 1/2 with a caregiver), join us for stories, music, crafts, and lots of fun!

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
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Kids (ages 2-3 1/2 with a caregiver), join us for stories, music, crafts, and lots of fun!

Purple background; outline of an apple with the words "Preschool: Best for kids 3 1/2 - K"

Preschool Storytime G

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Kids ages 3 1/2-6, join us for crafts, stories, playtime, and songs!  

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
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Kids ages 3 1/2-6, join us for crafts, stories, playtime, and songs!  

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Genealogy Jam NP

Tuesday, February 10, 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
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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.

Sour Hearts Social NP

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

Feeling a little sour this Valentine's Day? Whether you are trying to embrace the "single life" or just wanting to take some time to pamper yourself, we will have a variety of unique crafts and snacks to keep you occupied this holiday.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Class/Workshop
Registration Required
:

Feeling a little sour this Valentine's Day? Whether you are trying to embrace the "single life" or just wanting to take some time to pamper yourself, we will have a variety of unique crafts and snacks to keep you occupied this holiday.

LEGO: Free Build G

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens

Kids (ages 5-11) do you love LEGOs? Come create masterpieces with us. Everyone will get scoops of Legos and a building plate. Finished creations will be put on display in the Children's Room.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Kids (ages 5-11) do you love LEGOs? Come create masterpieces with us. Everyone will get scoops of Legos and a building plate. Finished creations will be put on display in the Children's Room.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield

The Hancock County Public Library Board meets on the second Tuesday of every month unless specified otherwise. These sessions are open to the public.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
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The Hancock County Public Library Board meets on the second Tuesday of every month unless specified otherwise. These sessions are open to the public.

Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime NP

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for Storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.  When babies are read and sang to, they experience the rhythm and melody of language even before they understand the spoken or

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for Storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.  When babies are read and sang to, they experience the rhythm and melody of language even before they understand the spoken or

square blue box with smiling baby. best for babies up to 24 months.

Baby Storytime G

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.

Green background; an outline of a house with a heart in it. The words "FAMILY, best for kids 2-6 with siblings" is above the house.

Family Storytime G

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Families with kids (ages 2-6), join us for stories, music, activities, and lots of fun!

Participants will be admitted on a first-come/first-served basis as room allows. Upon arrival, please claim a green lanyard for each child attending.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
:

Families with kids (ages 2-6), join us for stories, music, activities, and lots of fun!

Participants will be admitted on a first-come/first-served basis as room allows. Upon arrival, please claim a green lanyard for each child attending.