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Creative Writing and Illustrating for Kids

A Local Author Fair Workshop
2025-04-12 09:30:00 2025-04-12 11:00:00 America/New_York Creative Writing and Illustrating for Kids Professor Watermelon and Mister Smart will show children how to write and illustrate their own stories, while using the library for inspiration and research. Fishers - Meeting Room- B

Saturday, April 12
9:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-04-12 09:30:00 2025-04-12 11:00:00 America/New_York Creative Writing and Illustrating for Kids Professor Watermelon and Mister Smart will show children how to write and illustrate their own stories, while using the library for inspiration and research. Fishers - Meeting Room- B

Fishers

Meeting Room- B

Professor Watermelon and Mister Smart will show children how to write and illustrate their own stories, while using the library for inspiration and research.

Objectives:

1. Learn basic story elements: characters, setting, plot and dialogue
2. Learn basic illustration elements: background, foreground, middle ground, shapes, shadows and details
3. Learn basic library skills: Dewey Decimal System

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | 6-11 |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing | Arts Instruction |

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Thu, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A,Virtual Room - Adult Programming
Fiction Fans meets the second Thursday of every month. New members are always welcome!
Adult Virtual Crafts: Heart Star Ornament - Learn New Craft Skills from Home via Zoom
Thu, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:40pm
Virtual - Virtual Room - Adult Programming #2
Just in time for Valentine's Day, we will form a gorgeous 8" ornament from paper strips, folded, cut and glued together. You will need your own ruler, scissors, pencil, glue stick, glue gun & sticks.
This event is full
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Fri, Feb 13, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Fri, Feb 13, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Fri, Feb 13, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Fishers Gallery Hop
Fri, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Fishers
Spend an evening celebrating visual art & live music around downtown Fishers!
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Sat, Feb 14, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Sat, Feb 14, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Sat, Feb 14, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Sewing Crash Course -
Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fishers - Ignite Maker-in-Residence Studio
This event is full
3-D Printer Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Sat, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Noblesville
Read to a Therapy Dog! Presented by Love on a Leash - Ages 5 and up
Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- B
Would you like to read to a dog? Bring your favorite book or choose one with the help of a librarian and spend some time reading out loud to a special furry friend! 
Belle Musique Valentine's Day Concert - HEPL Music Series
Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center/Stage
The HEPL Music Series is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. All ages are welcome. Registration is requested.
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Sun, Feb 15, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Sun, Feb 15, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Sun, Feb 15, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Mon, Feb 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Mon, Feb 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Virtual Tai Chi with Kayle
Mon, Feb 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Virtual
Perfect for beginners and experts alike, this online Tai Chi fit class will help you connect to your mind and body through "meditation in motion."
Register
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Mon, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Start your morning with music and movement!
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Mon, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Teen Winter Olympics - For teens in grades 6-12
Mon, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Get into the Olympic spirit by competing in different mini games to see who will take home gold!
Acing the Interview
Mon, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- B
In this free, in-person workshop, you'll learn strategies to help you successfully navigate the job interview process. Registration is required.
Sublimation Quick Start!
Mon, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Fishers
Learn basic techniques to get started using the sublimation equipment.
Registration opens Sunday, February 1 2026 at 6:00pm
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
AARP Tax-Aide Service - By Appointment Only
Tue, Feb 17, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Available Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (February 3 through April 8, 2026) only at the Noblesville Branch. Appointments are required, no exceptions.
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Start your morning with music and movement!
FlexAbility
Tue, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:15am
Noblesville - Meeting Rooms- C+D
FlexAbility is a fitness program which offers participants an opportunity to become more fit using stretching, relaxing, and restorative movements and poses, taught by a certified instructor.
Long Arm Quilting Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Noblesville
Registration opens Monday, February 2 2026 at 10:00am
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Pre-K Explorers - Ages 3-5
Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Don't let Pigeon Have the Key! - Ages 6-8
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- East
The Pigeon has stolen the key to the library! Can you help us get it back?
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 9:00am
Crafty Teens - For teens in grades 6-12
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Get your craft on! Teens will make new and exciting creations each month and meet new friends in the process.
Documentary Film Night - Waste Land
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fishers - Ignite Maker-in-Residence Studio
Registration opens Monday, February 2 2026 at 6:00pm
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Wed, Feb 18, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Wed, Feb 18, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Wed, Feb 18, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
AARP Tax-Aide Service - By Appointment Only
Wed, Feb 18, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Available Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (February 3 through April 8, 2026) only at the Noblesville Branch. Appointments are required, no exceptions.
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Wed, Feb 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Wed, Feb 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Start your morning with music and movement!
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center/Stage
Start your morning with music and movement!
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Embroidery Machine Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Noblesville
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 10:30am
ENL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A
Practice speaking English in a casual and comfortable setting. Volunteers will lead the sessions. This conversation group is in-person at the Fishers Library. Registration is recommended.
Cool Crafting Club - Grades 1-5
Wed, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Love to be creative? Want to try new crafts and make new friends?  Come crafting with us on Wednesday nights at the Noblesville Library. 
Registration opens Wednesday, February 4 2026 at 2:00pm
Direct to Garment/Direct to Film Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Wed, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Noblesville
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 3:30pm
Figure Drawing Open Studio
Wed, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Draw from a live model to improve your figure drawing skills during this open studio time. Uninstructed.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 5:30pm
Crafty Teens - For teens in grades 6-12
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fishers - Ignite Maker-in-Residence Studio
Get your craft on! Teens will make new and exciting creations each month and meet new friends in the process.
Cool Crafting Club - Grades 1-5
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Love to be creative? Want to try new crafts and make new friends?  Come crafting with us on Wednesday nights at the Noblesville Library. 
Registration opens Wednesday, February 4 2026 at 6:00pm
Mad Scientists - Ages 8-11
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Enter the Lab of Inquiry and explore sciences from Nefarious occurrences may happen along this journey of curiosity and discovery.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 4 2026 at 6:00pm
Mystery Loves Company (Hybrid) - A Mystery & Suspense Book Club
Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B,Virtual Room - Adult Programming
Mystery Loves Company meets the third Wednesday each month. New members are always welcome.
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Thu, Feb 19, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Thu, Feb 19, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Thu, Feb 19, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Thu, Feb 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Pre-K Explorers - Ages 3-5
Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Mad Scientists: Homeschool Edition - Ages 8-11
Thu, Feb 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Enter the Lab of Inquiry and explore sciences from Nefarious occurrences may happen along this journey of curiosity and discovery.
Registration opens Thursday, February 5 2026 at 1:30pm
Tech Time - Drop-in Assistance with Devices and Library Apps
Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Noblesville
Having trouble with your device or have questions about library apps like Libby and Hoopla? Drop by for hands-on assistance.
Pokémon Club - Noblesville - Ages 6-11
Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Collect, Trade, Battle, and Chat all things Pokemon!
Registration opens Thursday, February 5 2026 at 3:00pm
3-D Printer Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Noblesville
Registration opens Wednesday, February 4 2026 at 4:00pm
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - For teens in grades 6-12
Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A
This program is an opportunity for neurodivergent teens to hang out, do an activity, and connect with their peers. Each month will feature a different theme and activity.
Junior Chef - Grades 2-5
Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- B
Junior Chef is a fun beginning cooking class for kids in grades 2-5.
Registration opens Thursday, February 5 2026 at 5:30pm
Medicare 101 - Presented by SHIP
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Noblesville - Meeting Rooms- C+D
Considering making a change during the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period? Join us for a presentation designed to help attendees make informed choices about their Medicare coverage.
HEPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, Feb 19, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Monthly Meeting of the Hamilton East Board of Trustees
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Fri, Feb 20, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Fri, Feb 20, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Fri, Feb 20, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Feel-Good Friday Chair Yoga
Fri, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- Center
In this 45-minute yoga offering, Pam Niccum of Creating Space will guide you through breathing techniques and gentle movement intended to stretch the full body. Registration is required.
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Embroidery Machine Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Noblesville
Registration opens Friday, February 6 2026 at 10:30am
Sculpture with Paper and Wire - Art Lab
Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Registration opens Friday, February 6 2026 at 11:00am
Silkscreen Printing Workshop
Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Learn how to use photo emulsion and silkscreen printing basics.
Registration opens Friday, February 6 2026 at 1:00pm
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Sun, Feb 22, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Love Bugs
Sun, Feb 22, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Sun, Feb 22, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Sunday Stories - Ages 2 and up
Sun, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Missed Storytime during the week? Come back on Sunday to hear some stories, sing some songs, make a craft, and dance away your afternoon. 
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Mon, Feb 23, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Mon, Feb 23, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Mon, Feb 23, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Mon, Feb 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Messy Munchkins - Ages 2-5
Mon, Feb 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Listen to a story then kids can squish and smush their way into the benefits of messy play!
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 10:00am
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Mon, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Tue, Feb 24, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Tue, Feb 24, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Tue, Feb 24, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
AARP Tax-Aide Service - By Appointment Only
Tue, Feb 24, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Available Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (February 3 through April 8, 2026) only at the Noblesville Branch. Appointments are required, no exceptions.
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Start your morning with music and movement!
FlexAbility
Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:15am
Noblesville - Meeting Rooms- C+D
FlexAbility is a fitness program which offers participants an opportunity to become more fit using stretching, relaxing, and restorative movements and poses, taught by a certified instructor.
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Pre-K Explorers - Ages 3-5
Tue, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Embroidery Machine Quick Start!
Tue, Feb 24, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Fishers
Learn basic techniques to get started with the embroidery machine.
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 1:30pm
Young Hoosier Book Award - Book Club - Homeschool Program - Ages 8-11
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Join kids across the state to read, and discuss the nominees for the Young Hoosier Book Award!
Long Arm Quilting Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Noblesville
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 2:00pm
Teen Video Game Club - For teens in grades 6-12
Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Noblesville - Teen Zone
Calling all teen gamers! Come hang out with other teens and play video games on the library's Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or PS5.
Sculpture with Paper and Wire - Art Lab
Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 6:00pm
Direct to Garment/Direct to Film Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Noblesville
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 6:00pm
Artemis: Returning to the Moon - with Michelle Nichols
Tue, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual Room - Adult Programming
Learn about NASA's Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the Moon and back as a test of the new Orion spacecraft. Registration is required for this free virtual event.
True Brew - A Nonfiction Book Club with a U.S. History Focus
Tue, Feb 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bier Brewery, Noblesville
We meet at Bier Brewery (1618 S. 10th St.) in Noblesville. New members are always welcome!
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Wed, Feb 25, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Wed, Feb 25, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Wed, Feb 25, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
AARP Tax-Aide Service - By Appointment Only
Wed, Feb 25, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Available Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (February 3 through April 8, 2026) only at the Noblesville Branch. Appointments are required, no exceptions.
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Wed, Feb 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Wed, Feb 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Start your morning with music and movement!
Tot Tunes - Toddlers-Preschoolers
Wed, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center/Stage
Start your morning with music and movement!
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Wed, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
ENL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A
Practice speaking English in a casual and comfortable setting. Volunteers will lead the sessions. This conversation group is in-person at the Fishers Library. Registration is recommended.
Mixed Media Art Field Trip for Adults at Newfields
Wed, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Offsite
Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 11:00am
Paging Through Time (Hybrid) - A Historical Fiction Book Club
Wed, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- A,Virtual Room - Adult Programming
If you love historical fiction, join us on the fourth Wednesday each month. New members are always welcome!
Community Blood Drive
Wed, Feb 25, 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- B
Each donor will receive a piece of HEPL swag and a free book! Appointments are highly recommended.
Register
Gathering STEAM - Ages 5-7
Wed, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Join us for a monthly STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math) themed program for younger elementary age children.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 11 2026 at 3:00pm
Art Thru History
Wed, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 3:00pm
Essential Soft Skills For Employment and Career Growth - in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College
Wed, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Free training to boost employability skills, communication, conflict management, critical thinking, and collaboration through practical exercises and real-world scenarios.
Teen Video Game Club - For teens in grades 6-12
Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Teen Zone
Calling all teen gamers! Come hang out with other teens and play video games on the library's Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or PS5.
Pokémon Club - Fishers - Age 6-11
Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A
A club for Pokemon enthusiasts. Pokemon trading, crafting and optional trading card game playing.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 11 2026 at 6:00pm
Books on Tap @ MashCraft
Wed, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mashcraft Fishers
We read a mix of books and authors that might not be on your radar (fiction and nonfiction alike). Registration Required.
Registration opens Sunday, February 1 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Thu, Feb 26, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Thu, Feb 26, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Thu, Feb 26, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Babytime - Ages 0-24 months
Thu, Feb 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Participate in rhymes, songs, and stories with your little one.
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Storytime - Older Toddlers-Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Sing, play and listen to stories together! 
Pre-K Explorers - Ages 3-5
Thu, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Microsoft Excel Basics
Thu, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Get started with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets in this free, in-person 90-minute introductory session. Registration is required.
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Fri, Feb 27, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Fri, Feb 27, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Fri, Feb 27, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Teen Writing Challenge - Historical Fiction/Fantasy
Sat, Feb 28, All day
Virtual
The theme for HEPL's next Teen Writing Challenge is Historical Fiction/Fantasy! Teen writers can submit an original short story for a chance to win a gift card and their story shared on our website.
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Sat, Feb 28, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Winter Reading 2026: Winter Olympics Reading Challenge - all ages
Sat, Feb 28, All day
Virtual
February 1st through 28th, catch the Olympic spirit with Hamilton East's annual Winter Reading Challenge!
Riso Basics
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Learn how to use the Riso printer to make art, cards, posters, zines and more!
Registration opens Friday, February 13 2026 at 10:00am
FamilySearch.Org: Search Party!
Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Noblesville - Meeting Rooms- C+D
Tips and tricks to make the most of this resource in your genealogy search.
Embroidery Machine Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Noblesville - Ignite Maker Lab
Registration opens Friday, February 13 2026 at 10:30am
Boogie Woogie Weekend
Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and groove at Boogie Woogie Weekend! This high-energy music and movement program is designed especially for toddlers and their caregivers.
Nerf Wars - Ages 6-11
Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Rooms- East/Center
2 teams compete in a nerf gun battle to capture the others base!
Registration opens Saturday, February 14 2026 at 2:00pm
Teen Video Game Tournament - For teens in grades 6-12
Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fishers - Teen Zone
Compete against other teens in Just Dance to see who will be crowned the best dancer!
3-D Printer Certification - Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab
Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Noblesville - Ignite Maker Lab
Registration opens Friday, February 13 2026 at 2:00pm
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Sun, Mar 01, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Gamers Guild - For teens in grades 6-12 and adults
Sun, Mar 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Are you ready to start a new adventure? Want to explore the world of Tabletop Role Playing Games? Join us for patron led campaigns in various TTRPG formats like Dungeons & Dragons or Pathfinder.
The Whisk Kids - Families with kids age 6-11
Sun, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Noblesville - Youth Services Small Program Room
Choose a recipe to make from this months cookbook to share & we'll have ourselves a food frenzy!
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Mon, Mar 02, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
Virtual Tai Chi with Kayle
Mon, Mar 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Virtual
Perfect for beginners and experts alike, this online Tai Chi fit class will help you connect to your mind and body through "meditation in motion."
Register
Apple iOS Basics - iPhone and iPad
Mon, Mar 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fishers - Meeting Room- A
This free workshop is for anyone with a new Apple iPhone or iPad, or is considering getting one, and wants to learn more about the basic functions.
Pig the Pug Party - Ages 2-6
Mon, Mar 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Noblesville - Youth Services Large Program Room
Listen to the story that started it all, and party like a PUG!
Registration opens Monday, February 16 2026 at 10:00am
Figure Drawing Open Studio
Mon, Mar 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Draw from a live model to improve your figure drawing skills during this open studio time. Uninstructed.
Registration opens Sunday, February 15 2026 at 5:30pm
Read Around the World - A Book Club with a Global Focus
Mon, Mar 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A,Virtual Room - Adult Programming
HEPL's newest book club invites adult readers on a journey to read and discuss diverse global narratives written by non-American authors, or that have been translated into English.
Registration opens Monday, February 2 2026 at 9:00am
Drop-In Activity: Collages Inspired by Howardena Pindell
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Fishers
Play with mixed media during this quarter's drop-in activities!
AARP Tax-Aide Service - By Appointment Only
Tue, Mar 03, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Available Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (February 3 through April 8, 2026) only at the Noblesville Branch. Appointments are required, no exceptions.
FlexAbility
Tue, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:15am
Noblesville - Meeting Rooms- C+D
FlexAbility is a fitness program which offers participants an opportunity to become more fit using stretching, relaxing, and restorative movements and poses, taught by a certified instructor.
Registration opens Sunday, February 1 2026 at 9:30am
Creative Happy Hour
Tue, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Fishers - Ignite Studio Classroom
Creative meet-up for adults to collaborate on their ongoing projects.
Registration opens Monday, February 16 2026 at 5:00pm
Unicorn Diaries Library Adventure - Ages 5-9
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fishers - Meeting Room- A+B
Step into the magical world of Bo Tinseltail and her unicorn friends in this special library program inspired by Unicorn Diaries by Rebecca Elliott!
Registration opens Tuesday, February 17 2026 at 6:00pm
Introduction to Graphic Design Using Canva
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Noblesville - Meeting Room- B
Unleash your creativity with our Introduction to Canva class! Registration is required.
Registration opens Sunday, February 1 2026 at 6:00pm
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