Upcoming Events

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!

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

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!

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by decorating your own Valentine’s-themed cookies! There will be a variety of cookies and decorating tools available. And yes, you will be able to eat them afterwards!

Boldly go where your research has never gone before!

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:

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.

Brett Hardin and Faith Marie are The 78's! Using acoustic instruments and loop technology to present a wide variety of covers and original music, The 78's pack small but play big! Featuring acoustic guitar, bass, melodica, ukul

Unleash your child's creativity this Valentine's Day with Cupid's Craft Corner! This delightful party experience invites kids to craft their own unique cards, spreading love and joy to friends and family.

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

Welcome crafters! Join us this month as we work with air-dry clay. All materials will be provided. No experience is required, and all skill levels are welcome!

You are also welcome to bring your own personal project to work on!

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.

Welcome to the HCPL Kids Writing Club!  We will be meeting every third Tuesday of the month and work on a different activity involving writing, such as character development, plot, haikus, and poetry.