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Hancock County 4-H Make and Take Event

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Community Event
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens

Come 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.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Community Event
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Come 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.

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Book Donations

Saturday, April 11, 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
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Clean out your shelves and get a tax break for helping the Hancock County Public Library.

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Bentley's Buddies & Friends (G)

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Kids

Practice reading aloud with the friendliest audience ever: dogs from Bentley's Buddies & Friends. No need to sign up—just join us in the Youth Program Room.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family
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Practice reading aloud with the friendliest audience ever: dogs from Bentley's Buddies & Friends. No need to sign up—just join us in the Youth Program Room.

Early Voting Location (G)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
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The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

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Chess Club (G)

Monday, April 13, 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.

Tech Help Drop-In (NP)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
New Palestine
Program Type:
Science/Tech
Age Group:
Adults

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:

Library Branch: New Palestine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science/Tech
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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:

Night Owls Storytime (NP)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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!


 

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


 

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Brown Bag Book Discussion

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Books/Writing
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Books/Writing
Registration Required
:

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.

Early Voting Location (G)

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
:

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Tween/Teen Dungeons and Dragons (NP)

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Games
Registration Required
:

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. 

LEGO: Free Build (G)

Tuesday, April 14, 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? 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
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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.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine

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: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
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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.

Hancock County Courthouse - Behind the Scenes Hancock

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Offsite Events
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Community Event
Registration Required
:

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.

Ready, Set, Grow! (G)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Family
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Family
Registration Required
:

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.

Early Voting Location (G)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
:

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Hancock County Courthouse - Behind the Scenes Hancock

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Offsite Events
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Community Event
Registration Required
:

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.

Homeschool Poetry Workshop (NP)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Books/Writing
Age Group:
Kids

We will celebrate National Poetry Month by reading and writing poetry. This program is for homeschooled children, ages 7–11. Children attend this program independently. Adults must remain in the building.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books/Writing
Registration Required
:

We will celebrate National Poetry Month by reading and writing poetry. This program is for homeschooled children, ages 7–11. Children attend this program independently. Adults must remain in the building.

Early Voting Location (G)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
:

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

writers helping writers in Greenfield

Writers Helping Writers

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Grace Rea Study Room 3 at Greenfield
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Books/Writing, Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join a community of writers who gather for inspiration and support. Participants in this monthly meeting discuss their work, provide feedback, and offer mutual encouragement.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Grace Rea Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Books/Writing, Class/Workshop
Registration Required
:

Join a community of writers who gather for inspiration and support. Participants in this monthly meeting discuss their work, provide feedback, and offer mutual encouragement.

Early Voting Location (G)

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
:

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Elephants and Piggies and Pigeons, Oh My!: A Mo Willems Party (G)

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, Books/Writing, School-Age Program
Age Group:
Kids

Kids (Gr. K–3), come celebrate the hilarious world of Mo Willems’ beloved Elephant & Piggie and Pigeon books!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Books/Writing, School-Age Program
Registration Required
:

Kids (Gr. K–3), come celebrate the hilarious world of Mo Willems’ beloved Elephant & Piggie and Pigeon books!

Early Voting Location (G)

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:00am - 3:00pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
:

The Hancock County Public Library will serve as an early voting center for the 2026 Midterm Primary Election. Any registered voter living in Hancock County may vote at this location.

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Spring Forward - Seedling Next Steps | Master Gardeners

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Speaker, Class/Workshop, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

The Hancock Master Gardener Association returns with Part Two of the Winter Sowing Class series: Spring Forward: Seedling Next Steps.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Speaker, Class/Workshop, Community Event
Registration Required
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The Hancock Master Gardener Association returns with Part Two of the Winter Sowing Class series: Spring Forward: Seedling Next Steps.