Event List

Babies (up to 24 months) and their caregivers, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.  When babies are read to and sung to, they experience the rhythm and melody of language even before they understand the sp

Babies (up to 24 months) and their caregivers, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.  When babies are read to and sung to, they experience the rhythm and melody of language even before they understand the sp

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

For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, movement 
activities and general silliness at the Sugar Creek Branch's Family Storytime!

 Siblings are welcome. Drop in—no registration required. 
 

Creativity is messy! Explore your inner artist with different materials and techniques at this fun, open-ended art experience. Dress for a mess. For kids ages 2–6 with their caregivers.

Author Russel L. Jarvis shares his path into writing and self-publishing, from early inspiration and the challenges of traditional publishing to releasing multiple books through Amazon.

Have a question about your phone, computer, or tablet? Bring your device and drop in for a quick help session with one of our librarians. We can get you started with:

For children ages 2½–5 with their caregivers. 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!

Channel your inner author! Join our Teen Writing Club and take part in the exciting experience of creative writing.

Explore 4-H at this hands-on Make & Take event hosted by the Hancock County 4-H Ambassadors! Youth in grades K–12 are invited to drop in and create take-home projects, including a planted flower, and learn how 4-H works.

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

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

Have a question about your phone, computer, or tablet? Bring your device and drop in for a quick help session with one of our librarians. We can get you started with:

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

Annetta Petty will lead a discussion of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel Hamnet. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to read the book in advance.

Teens and Tweens ages 10–17 are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons with the Sugar Creek crew. New and experienced players are welcome. Materials will be provided. 

Kids (ages 5–11), do you love LEGOs? 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.

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

Go behind the scenes at two of Hancock County’s most important civic buildings during this special guided tour of the Hancock County Courthouse and Annex.

Discover the joy of gardening with our engaging program designed for kids! This hands-on experience enables children to plant vibrant flowers and learn essential plant-growing skills in a fun, interactive environment.