Library Services

The Hancock County Public Library has all sorts of items, ready for you to borrow. Each type of item has its own set of rules regarding loan period, item limit, holds, fines, and ability to be renewed. Learn more on our Borrowing Information page.

Use the library's desktop or laptop computers for free with a library card or guest pass. Computers use a Windows-based operating system, are loaded with Microsoft Office products, and connect to the internet. See our Computer Use Policy.

Check the library's collection before purchasing books for your homeschool curriculum. Ask a youth librarian for a list of our current holdings.

Sign up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to receive a free book, addressed to your child, every month until their 5th birthday.

The library offers several premium homework help resources.

Anyone permanently residing within Hancock County is eligible for a free library card! Bring a proof of address, such as a driver’s license or recent utility bill, to either HCPL location. If you live in Vernon Township, you will need to bring in your Vernon Township Public Library card.

Print at the library from your own device or one of our computers. The cost per side of an 8.5x11 or 8.5x14 page is $0.10 for black and white copies and $0.25 for color copies. See how to use mobile printing here.

Not sure what to read next? Fill out a quick survey, and our reading experts will pick some things for you and place them on hold.

Request a tour or special visit for your classroom or group.

Just need a big stack of books for your kids? Tell us what you're looking for and our Youth Librarians will gather a collection for you.

Free wireless internet is available in our library. You can connect to our network using your own devices or check out one of our laptops.