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Chess Club G

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
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: Class/Workshop
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Youth of all ages are welcome! Program is drop-in; no registration required.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Stuff Your Own Stuffed Animal G

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teens (grades 6-12), a new school year can be a lot, so come and de-stress by stuffing your own stuffed animal! There will be a variety of animals to choose from and all supplies are provided. 

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
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Teens (grades 6-12), a new school year can be a lot, so come and de-stress by stuffing your own stuffed animal! There will be a variety of animals to choose from and all supplies are provided. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Drum Circle G

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, All Ages

Kids, tweens/teens, and families can come and learn a variety of rhythms and drumming techniques in a drum circle setting! This program is an open house format; no need to register. Best for ages 6 and up.

Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Performance
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Kids, tweens/teens, and families can come and learn a variety of rhythms and drumming techniques in a drum circle setting! This program is an open house format; no need to register. Best for ages 6 and up.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Club G

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
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: Class/Workshop
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Youth of all ages are welcome! Program is drop-in; no registration required.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Tween/Teen Dungeons and Dragons Sugar Creek NP

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
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Teens and Tweens ages 10-17 are invited to join online and play Dungeons & Dragons with the Sugar Creek crew. New and experienced players are welcome. Materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

LEGO: Free Build G

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 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.

Upcoming
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? 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, August 12, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pals and PJ's NP

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Kids (ages 3-7 with an adult) come join us for an evening storytime with songs and fun. Bring your favorite pal (stuffed animal) and wear your pajamas.  (Pajamas for kids are encouraged but not required).

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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Kids (ages 3-7 with an adult) come join us for an evening storytime with songs and fun. Bring your favorite pal (stuffed animal) and wear your pajamas.  (Pajamas for kids are encouraged but not required).

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenfield
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: Greenfield
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:

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

DIY Tic Tac Toe Board NP

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

You know what's cooler than playing Tic Tac Toe? Making your own Tic Tac Toe board out of clay! You have the opportunity to get very creative with your design.

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

You know what's cooler than playing Tic Tac Toe? Making your own Tic Tac Toe board out of clay! You have the opportunity to get very creative with your design.

Bookmobile stop: Shirley

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Club G

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
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: Class/Workshop
:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Brain Bubbles with St. Joseph Hearing + Speech G

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
GBC Community Room A & B at Greenfield
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Family
Age Group:
Kids

Kids (0-3 years old) and their grown up, sing and play the listening way! Talking with your baby is like blowing bubbles...the more bubbles you blow, the more your baby's brain will grow! Join us for this one hour playgroup. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenfield
Room: GBC Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Family
Registration Required
:

Kids (0-3 years old) and their grown up, sing and play the listening way! Talking with your baby is like blowing bubbles...the more bubbles you blow, the more your baby's brain will grow! Join us for this one hour playgroup. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Storymakers NP

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Books/Writing, Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

Teen Storymakers is a creative writing club for strictly ages 12-17, no younger siblings.  

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books/Writing, Class/Workshop
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Teen Storymakers is a creative writing club for strictly ages 12-17, no younger siblings.  

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

The Rookies: Chess Club NP

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
GBC Community Room NP at New Palestine
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us for a round or two (or five!) of chess. Boards are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. The Rookies meet every third Wednesday of the month. No registration required. Drop in!

Library Branch: New Palestine
Room: GBC Community Room NP
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
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Join us for a round or two (or five!) of chess. Boards are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. The Rookies meet every third Wednesday of the month. No registration required. Drop in!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Bentley's Buddies & Friends NP

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room NP at New Palestine
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: New Palestine
Room: Youth Program Room NP
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Club G

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Greenfield
Program Type:
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: Class/Workshop
:

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