Unless otherwise noted, registration is required and programs are for HPL cardholders only. All July and August programs will be offered online via Zoom, YouTube, Instagram or Facebook Live. Please note some programs require weekly registration.
Each child will need their own library card to register.
IMPORTANT: All Zoom programs require registration in order to receive a Zoom sign-in link by email, which is necessary for participation. Kits must be picked up within three days of registration or they will be given to the waitlist.
News Flash! Our Summer Reading Program Is All in One This Year!
Register anywhere in the library ... Customer Service Desk, Adult Reference Desk, Youth & Parent Services, at the Station Branch or from the comfort of your own home at www.myhpl.org using code HMA811 or HMJ811.
Registration begins Monday, June 14 at 10:00 am and receive your Welcome Packet upon registration.
Receive a raffle ticket for each book read and submit your reviews by dropping off the form in the library or by emailing your reviews to:
For Adults:
or Children & Teen:
You can submit reviews beginning Tuesday, July 6th through Friday, August 27th. Raffle tickets will immediately go into a drawing for many different gift certificates to local businesses right here in town.
New! Bingo Board!
Complete all the activities on your Bingo Board and receive a gorgeous HPL roll-up picnic blanket. The HPL Bingo Board is available in your Welcome Packet and it contains many activities to get you out and about in the community. Our popular HPL Prize Wheel is also back! For every bingo row completed (up to 4), visit us and spin the prize wheel for a fun gift. (Limit of 4 bingo spins per patron) The Prize wheel will be available at:
Main - Adult Reference Desk Main & Youth & Parent Services Desk
Station - Reference Desk
Look for Tails & Tales related programming in our summer newsletter!
Station Branch
Check out our new backpacks filled with STEAM activities, hand-on guides, and theme related books! Take the backpack home with you for a week and discover, learn about different topics and conduct your own experiments. We have backpacks available that explore Magnification, Color & Light, Motion, Sound, Sink or Float, Magnets, Sensory Activities, Coding, I Want To Be A Vet, and Art. Pick up and return to Station branch only. Ages 4 and up.
Thursday, July 8 (Dino Tales) • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm • Station Branch
Join us for stories and crafts outside for preschoolers 3-5 years old. Let's meet in the back parking lot for fun stories and crafts about Dinosaurs. Should the weather be inclement, we will notify you and you will be able to pick up a kit and watch the program on our YouTube channel. Ages 3 - 5.
Fridays, July 9 - August 6 • 10:00 to 10:30 am • Register online HERE
Registration is required to receive Zoom sign-in via email.
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills. See Miss Laura live on Zoom. A link will be emailed each week. Check out our YouTube channel for previous Musical Kids videos with Miss Laura. Registration required. Ages 6 months–5 years
