Upcoming Events

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.  When babies are read and sang to, they experience the rhythm and melody of language even before they understand the spoken or

Babies (up to 24 months) and a caregiver, join us for storytime fun that combines songs, rhymes, and stories.  When babies are read and sang to, they experience the rhythm and melody of language even before they understand the spoken or

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.

Enjoy stories, songs, bad dance moves, and general silliness at the Sugar Creek's Family Storytime!

For ages 2-6 with caregiver. Siblings welcome. Drop in, no registrations.

Creativity is messy! Explore your inner artist with different materials and techniques at this fun, open-ended art experience. Dress to mess. Ages 2-6 with caregiver.

Research your ancestors in our computer lab with other genealogy enthusiasts.

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

Come and join Miss Stephanie 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!

Q: Where can tweens ages 9-13 go for an awesome hour of trivia fun?  A: Sugar Creek Trivia Time!  Compete as a team or try your luck going solo. Each team member must register individually.

Welcome crafters! Join us this month as we explore origami and paper folding crafts. All materials will be provided. No experience is required and all skill levels are welcome!

Join our on-staff genealogy and local history librarian, Charity Munro, for a casual "Genealogy Jam" session. Drop in to ask questions, get help researching online, or have an informal conversation about genealogy.

Meet Abraham Lincoln the day after Presidents' Day as he recounts his formative boyhood in Indiana (age 7-21), where he lost his mother and sister, taught himself to read, and learned the value of hard work. 

Join us for a round or two (or five!) of chess. Boards are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Chess Club meets every third Thursday of the month. No registration required.

A new book club for 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders! We will be reading Frindle by Andrew Clements. Please come ready to discuss the book. Registrants will be notified by email or phone with pick up information.

Youth of all ages can pick up a chess set and play anywhere in the Children's Room. Program is drop-in; no registration required.