Upcoming Events

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.

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).

Get an insider’s look at how the news comes together at the Daily Reporter! This adults-only tour is part of HCPLibrary’s Behind the Scenes Hancock series, offering unique access to local organizations—no field trip 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:

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.

On this night, Friends of the Library members get first choice shopping the members-only preview sale, which includes gently-used books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and video games.

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

Shop the Friends of the Library book sale, open to the public Friday through Monday. 

This final day of the Friends of the Library book sale is clearance day. A standard paper grocery bag full of books sells for $3; a plastic grocery bag for $2. Or take home a whole box for $5! Bags and boxes are provided.

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

Welcome crafters! Join us this month as we create personalized bookmarks. 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!

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

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!

Join Indiana Department of Natural Resources archaeologist Wade Tharp for a talk about prehistoric and historic archaeology in Indiana.

Join us for an inspiring evening of original poetry, short stories, essays, and more—brought to you by HCPLibrary’s Writers Helping Writers group.