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“The Last Girls Standing” by Jennifer Dugan

In The Last Girls Standing by Jennifer Dugan, teens Sloane and Cherry are the only survivors of a summer camp massacre. Sloane has very few memories from that night and desperate to get answers about what happened and why they were the only two to make it out alive. Cherry has filled her in as […]

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February Adult Craft: Mason Jar Succulents

This month in our adult craft program, we’re making mason jar succulents! Unfortunately, registration for this event is full, but you’re welcome to make your own succulent! Check out this instructional video HPL staff put together a few years ago – all you’d need is a jar, a succulent, and a few other supplies! **Please […]

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“Last Call at the Local” by Sarah Grunder Ruiz

Jack is the owner of an Irish pub called The Local.  He knows changes need to be made to the family business to make it a success, but his OCD keeps getting in the way.  Enter Raine, a travelling musician who just had all of her worldly possessions stolen.  While her ADHD makes living the […]

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February Adult Events at HPL

Check out these adult events happening in February! 2/6 | 7-8pm | Democracy Talks: College Admissions & the Changing Landscape of Affirmative Action (VIRTUAL) In 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in a landmark decision that race-based affirmative action programs in college admissions processes violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth […]

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New Books, DVDs, and CDs on Display!

While the library may not be fully open for browsing yet, we are doing our best to connect patrons with our newest materials. We’ve brought out some extra carts and filled them with new books, DVDs, and CDs. Stop in and browse! We have materials for children, teens, and adults. If you want something from […]

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Digital Resources from Home or Anywhere

We may have limited in-person services right now but our Digital Resources are always open! Access research databases, employment tools, test prep, and more from the Resources page of our website. All you need is your HPL library card!

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Upcoming college programs

Questions about attending college? Looking for advice on financial aid? We’ve got lots of programs scheduled throughout the spring to help you out! Click on the program title button to register! January 23 at 6:30pm Now more than ever, colleges are more willing to say “yes” to appeals for more financial aid and scholarship money […]

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January Adult Craft: Lavender Bath Salts

Tuesday, January 30th, 2024, from 6 PM to 7 PM This month, join us in making your own lavender bath salts! The weather may be cold, so treat yourself to a hot bath and these relaxing bath salts. All supplies are provided, make sure to sign up early, this class will fill up quickly. We […]