HCPL readers can participate in Together We Read
Harrison County Public Library joins nearly 16,000 libraries and thousands of readers across the country in offering the first Together We Read digital book club selection. From February 19–March 4, HCPL patrons can enjoy and discuss award-winning author Pat Simmons’...
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Let’s celebrate National Library Lover’s Month
As you travel through Harrison County this month, you may wonder why you are seeing “We Love Our Library” signs proudly displayed in front yards. The reason is that February is National Library Lover’s Month! This month is dedicated...
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Shakespeare and Elizabethan-era education
The Shakespeare Book Club met on Tuesday, January 14. During the meeting, Charles Eckart, former Assistant Professor of English at the Military Academy at West Point, addressed the group and led discussion in their continuing series on Shakespeare. Mr....
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Get Wrapped Up in a Good Book – Adult Fall Reading Program Starts September 16
Devour books, not brains! The Adult Fall Reading Program begins September 16 and will run through November 30, 2019. As in this year’s summer reading program, all participants are encouraged to use Beanstack to track your reading and prizes; though,...
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Hey Google, ask Libby to play this week’s book trivia
For the past few years, Libby has been connecting readers to new books and their favorite authors at a record pace, as libraries continue to be a driving force for digital reading and literacy. The award-winning app has constantly...
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Take Audiobooks on the Road with Libby and Apple CarPlay
Traveling in the car during summer vacations or rush hour can be tedious, but now drivers can enjoy listening to audiobooks more easily and safely than ever – and for free. Libby, the award-winning one-tap reading app available from 90...
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Feed your brain, foster a connection with another culture…learn a new language!
If you have considered learning a new language but weren’t sure where to begin, Mango Languages offers a sound approach to learning. Mango adjusts to your learning pace, using listening & reading activities that build on vocabulary and learning progress....
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Introducing Niche Academy
The Harrison County Public Library is excited to offer you a growing collection of easy-to-use online tutorials that range from Ancestry Library Edition, Axis360, Libby, Mango Languages and other HCPL eResources to Facebook, email, computer basics and Microsoft Office...
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May the Fourth Be With You!
May the Fourth is akin to the Super Bowl for Star Wars fans. The now ubiquitous pun was introduced on May 4, 1979, the day Margaret Thatcher took office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Her political party placed a...
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Pre-registration for the 2019 Summer Reading Program begins May 1
We are excited to announce that pre-registration for the 2019 Summer Reading Program will kick off this Wednesday, May 1st! The program is open to all ages–kids, teen and adults. New this year is HCPL’s Beanstack app, through...
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