Eat pancakes! Meet Santa! Build a gingerbread house! Visit the library Saturday, December 14th (9 AM to 2:30 PM) for a variety of FREE winter holiday events for all ages: 9 AM – Breakfast (while supplies last) 10 AM – Santa arrives with free books 1 PM to 2:30 PM – Silent Disco and Glow Party 9 AM to 2:30 PM – Gingerbread houses; a winter wonderland in the children’s area; … Read More
Community Comfort Cabinets
The Comfort Cabinets are designed to support community members by providing for personal safety and comfort. Give what you want, take what you need. The Cabinets are located in the library’s restrooms for privacy, and each cabinet is filled with toiletries, hygiene products, and seasonal items. If you’re able to donate, unopened/unused travel- and full-sized items are greatly appreciated. Please bring them to the front desk. Community Comfort Cabinets include: … Read More
Changes to Libby
Libby has been updated! Users having issues may need to remove their card and re-add it in the app. You may be prompted to enter a PIN alongside your library card. Your library PIN will always be the last 4 digits of your library card number.
Love Local Fall Festival October 11th!
Visit the library this Friday, October 11th, from 6 PM to 9 PM for our annual Love Local Fall Festival! In addition to the Loval Local Market, there will be trick-or-treating, costume contests, a haunted house, and hot air balloon rides! Doors open at 6 p.m. Check in at the Welcome Table to get tickets for the hot air balloon rides (weather permitting). Tickets are free, but are only available … Read More
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Help Miss Lizzie develop a sensory-friendly storytime for your neurodivergent littles. Through board books, manipulatives, and more, we will explore our senses of hearing (quietly), touch (by choice), smell (in small doses), and sight. Registration is required, caregivers will be fully involved, and everyone must commit to creating a safe and judgment-free environment. Please register HERE Here is a visual schedule in case your kiddo(s) like to know things ahead of … Read More
Community Coloring Book Call for Art
Calling artists of all ages and abilities! HCPL needs your original art to create a community coloring book! Illustrations must be in black ink (pencils and crayons don’t photocopy very well). You can sketch your idea any way you want, then tape it to a back-lit window. Tape a clean piece of paper on top and trace your idea in black ink. Draw your illustration in landscape orientation (so left-handed … Read More
Homeschool Dialogue
Calling all homeschool families: HCPL is looking to partner with you to create unique programming! In mid-August, we will host a brainstorming session for families who homeschool. From there we hope to create 1-3 programs to address your wants and needs. Here is a poll with several questions that will help us learn more about you. Please reach out to “Miss Lizzie” at elizabeth.haigh@henrylibrary.org with any questions, comments, or ideas!
Summer Learning for Adults
Adventure into a summer of discovery with our Adult Summer Learning Program! Unleash your curiosity and explore a world of knowledge while earning badges for your achievements. From captivating reads to engaging programs, embark on a journey of growth and learning. Plus, there are fun prizes and craft kits in the future! Please take advantage of the chance to make this summer one to remember with our exciting program! Challenge … Read More
Adventure Camp, for rising 4th-through-9th graders
To celebrate our summer theme “Adventures Begins at the Library,” Miss Lizzie will host 4 independent adventure camp programs. Sign up for any or all of them! These 1-hour sessions are strictly for those entering grades four through nine and require advance registration. Guardians will not participate in the program but are encouraged to remain in the building in the unlikely event of an emergency. Click on the following links … Read More
Teen Summer Volunteer Applications Now Available
Teen volunteers are a vital part of the Henry County Public Library Summer Learning Program. The Teen Volunteer Program is for youth ages 12-18 entering grades 7-12 or just completing grade 12. It is an opportunity for teens to interact with people of all ages, demonstrate cooperation and responsibility, and develop job skills and good work habits. Our volunteer spend their summers helping with programs for all ages, keeping the … Read More