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Holiday Closing Monday, May 28, All Day The library will be closed all day in observance of Memorial Day. Please use one of our drop boxes or renew material online at hcpl.org.
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Creative Writing Group Thursdays, May 3 & 17, 5:30 pm Upstairs Meeting Room We will explore creative writing such as fiction, poetry, etc. All skill levels are welcome. We will participate in writing prompts and sharing and critiquing personal work. Sharing one's own work is not required, but is highly encouraged. Please bring your own materials, please do not bring any personal work over 5 pages.
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We are hosting our first ever Indie author event and you can meet some talented local people who have worked so hard in perfecting their craft. Learn how to break into this new publishing arena and maybe become an author yourself! Authors will have books available to purchase - register for free books too!
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Bingo @ the Library
Thursday, May 10, 11:30 am
Multi-Purpose Room
Is BINGO your GAME-O? Adults are invited to a spirited bingo session at the library where you can socialize, make new friends, and get ready to yell, "BINGO!"
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Book Folding
Thursday, May 10, 5:00 pm
Upstairs Meeting Room
How do you make the ordinary into something extraordinary? You will find out in the book folding class! Learn the basics of folding the pages of a book to create an image, and then go a step further to follow and create a cut and fold pattern. This class is free, but please register to reserve your spot!
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Beyond the Book
Monday, May 14, 6:00 pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Bestseller book discussion & more! This program is free and open to the public. "Beyond the Book" will meet on the second Monday of each month at 6 pm.
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Adult Coloring @ Your Library
Thursday, May 17, 5:30 pm
Upstairs Rotunda
Coloring isn't just for kids. Join us every third Thursday for a quiet, stress free time to relax and release your inner child. Feel free to bring your own supplies or use ours. Coloring within the lines is optional.
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Monday Movie
Monday, May 21, 1:00 pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Have you heard the news? The library is showing a free newly released movie on a big screen. No registration is required; but seating is limited. Doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Popcorn and drink will be provided.
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Wii for Seniors Tuesday, May 22, 11:30 am Multi-Purpose Room Adults are invited to come by for a fun time playing electronic Wii games, such as bowling and tennis. No registration is required.
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Get Your Craft On
Thursday, May 24, 6:00 pm
Upstairs Meeting Room
Make handmade and homegrown art projects that you can complete in one session. Let your creative side shine at the library! No experience necessary. Bring a friend! Registration is required.
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Genealogy Lunch Bunch Friday, May 4, 12:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room What is Genealogy Lunch Bunch? It is a roundtable discussion time for genealogists who like to share ideas and discoveries, discuss research problems, and enjoy being with people who share the same interest in genealogy. Feel free to bring your lunch or just yourself and join us as we learn more about this interesting subject.
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Genetic Genealogy Book Club Fridays, May 11 & 25, 12:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room Some things are easier to do in a group, like understanding genetic genealogy! Join us for a discussion of the book Genetic Genealogy in Practice by Blaine T. Bettinger and Debbie Parker Wayne. We will dissect the book chapter by chapter and explore the exercises provided in the book. The book may be purchased on Amazon or from the online National Genealogical Society store. Class size is limited to 8.
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An Interview with Frank Delker Saturday, May 12, 2:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room An Interview with Frank Delker is a living narrative about Henderson's Delker Brothers Manufacturing Company, organized in 1902 after the death of Frank's grandfather, George Delker. This is a Bonnet video by Carmin Pinkstaff, a former student at North Middle School.
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Step-by-Step Genealogy Series -- DNA Basics Friday, May 18, 2:00 pm Upstairs Meeting Room The big topic in genealogy these days is DNA testing. Let us help you navigate the basics of the use of autosomal DNA for genealogical purposes, including terminology and information about the testing companies.
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Pinkalicious and Peterrific Party
Tuesday, May 1, 3:00 pm
Children's Department
To celebrate the show's premiere, WNIN has collaborated with local libraries to throw PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC premiere parties! There will be a variety of activities, giveaways and lots of PINKTASTIC fun. The event is free and open to the public. Grab some friends and join us!
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Toddler Tales Wednesdays, May 2 & 9 @ 10:00 am Children's Reading Kingdom Toddlers are little people in a big world, constantly learning and developing. Join our fast-paced storytime, with puppets, flannel boards, music, and movement, followed by playtime in activity centers.
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Lil' Explorers Preschool Storytime & More Thursdays, May 3 & 10 @ 10:00 am Children's Reading Kingdom Talking, singing, reading, writing and playing is what a Lil' Explorer does! Each week we will explore various themes while we travel through stories.
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Block Party Monday, May 7 @ 4:00 pm Children's Department Bring your imagination for fun, creative building activities with Legos, Duplo blocks, Tinkertoys, Lincoln Logs, and anything else we can find to build with in the library!
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Read, Sing and Play Monday, May 7 @ 6:00 pm Children's Reading Kingdom Reading, singing, and playing are three of the best early literacy practices for young children. Join us for fun stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for the entire family.
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Make-N-Take Crafts Saturday, May 19, 9:00 am Children's Department Make N' Take Saturdays are a fun drop in program for children of all ages. Stop by the Children's Department anytime between 9am-4pm to make a craft and take it home.
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Windows 10 Made Simple Wednesday, May 9, 2:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room Explore the changes brought about by Windows 10. Make it work for you! Reserve your seat today.
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Adobe Photoshop Elements 2018 Basics Class
Wednesday, May 30, 2:00 pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Get started with Photoshop Elements 2018, a software program that lets you enhance the quality of your photos. Use our laptops for hands on experience. Limited seating, so register soon!
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Game On! Teen Gaming Club Tuesdays, 4:00 pm Multi-Purpose RoomJoin us every Tuesday from 4:00 to 6:00 pm for the coolest library night in video gaming history! Play against fellow teens as you race across the Rainbow Road, build a diamond mansion, shoot arrows at your enemies, or deal the ultimate combo breaker! Open to all teens ages 12 - 19. Must have signed video game consent form to participate.
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Girls Who Code Wednesday, May 2 @ 4:00 pm Children's Reading Kingdom Calling all middle school girls! Join our Girls Who Code club to learn programming languages, and how to program, edit, and share code, all in just nine weeks. Space is limited; sign up today!
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Drop-In DIY
Thursday, May 3, 4:30 pm
Teen Department
Finals got you stressed? Come make your own stress ball to get you through testing season. All materials provided.
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Genius Hour
Thursday, May 10, 4:30 pm
Teen Department
Bring a friend and come play with some of our fun tech gadgets!
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