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September 22, 2020 is National Voter Registration Day

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Be #VoteReady! 

If you have recently moved, changed your name, become a U.S. citizen or turned 18 years old, please visit the Indiana Voters Portal to update your registration information or register to vote.

On September 22, 2020, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive cross-country effort to register voters well in advance of Election Day this November.

With a historic presidential election approaching, every eligible American voter should exercise his or her right to be heard at the ballot box, and National Voter Registration Day is the right day to start by getting registered.

Thousands of national, state, and local organizations and volunteers will be the driving force behind National Voter Registration Day 2020. Partner organizations will coordinate hundreds of National Voter Registration Day events on and offline nationwide, and leverage #NationalVoterRegistrationDay in all social media platforms to drive attention to voter registration.

www.NationalVoterRegistrationDay.org provides a listing of National Voter Registration Day events across the country, in communities and held virtually.

Founded in 2012, National Voter Registration Day is designed to create an annual moment when the entire nation focuses on registering Americans to exercise their most basic right—the right to vote. Nearly 3 million Americans have registered to vote on the holiday since the inaugural National Voter Registration Day in 2012.

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Celebrating a Diverse Indiana | 4th Grade Student Essay Competition

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What is diversity and why is it important to Indiana?

Hey, fourth graders–write an essay reflecting on this question, and you could be honored at a virtual Statehood Day celebration!

First Place: CollegeChoice 529 Deposit of $250

2nd, 3rd, and 4th Place Winners: CollegeChoice 529 Deposits of $150

Click here for your entry form!

— ESSAY CONTEST RULES AND DEADLINES —

  • The competition is open to any Indiana 4th grade public, private, or homeschooled student, in the 2020-2021 school year.
  • A panel of judges will choose 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place winners.
  • Essays must range from 100 to 300 words, handwritten or typed.
  • Essays must be submitted with an entry form.
    • Individual entries should use the 2020 Individual Entry form.
    • Class sets should use the 2020 Group Entry Form. The following information should be included on each essay for class sets: student name, teacher name, and school name.
  • All Entries may be mailed OR emailed.
    • Mail your entries to: Indiana Center for the Book Indiana State Library 140 N. Senate Ave Indianapolis, IN 46204
    • Mailed essays must be postmarked by Friday, October 16, 2020.
  • OR:

Writing Prompt: Celebrating a Diverse Indiana – What is diversity and why is it important to Indiana? Essays should be well organized and reflective of the theme. Judges are looking forward to seeing your students’ interpretation of the theme. Some ideas to help them could be: What is diversity? What does it mean to live in a diverse state? In what different ways can a state be diverse? In its people? Its plants? Its economy?

Virtual Ceremony Hosted by the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center:

Winners of the essay contest will be honored on Friday, December 11, 2020 in a virtual ceremony. The winners will be expected to record their essays for a virtual ceremony open to any fourth grade class or student.

Any Indiana fourth grade class or student is welcome to attend the Statehood Day virtual ceremony, regardless of whether or not they participate in the contest or have a winner. Registration is required.

Visit this link to register for the online virtual ceremony: https://bit.ly/Statehood_Day

Questions? Email youngreaderscenter@library.in.gov.

This contest supports the following Indiana Educational Standards: 4.W.3.2, 4.W.4, 4.W.6.1 all, 4.W.6.2 all. The Indiana Center for the Book hosts this essay competition to commemorate Indiana’s 204th Statehood Day.

 

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Am I eligible to vote?

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Important dates to remember:

  • October 5, 2020 – Deadline to register to vote
  • October 22, 2020 – Application deadline for absentee ballots at 11:59 p.m. Absentee ballots must be received in the election office by November 3 at 12:00 p.m.
  • November 3, 2020 – General Election day

To vote in Indiana, an individual must be a citizen of the U.S. who will be least 18 years of age at the time of the next general, municipal or special election. The voter must have resided in their precinct for 30 days prior to the next general, municipal or special election.

You have the right to vote if…

  • You have been previously incarcerated

Voting rights are restored upon release from jail or prison. People who have been previously incarcerated should check their registration, and re-register to vote if it has been canceled. Individuals on parole, probation, home detention, or people who are in jail awaiting trial can vote. People who are in a community corrections program, such as work release or electronic monitoring, can vote. Learn more and view corresponding Indiana code.

  • You are Transgender 

Transgender people can vote, even if their gender does not match what is listed on their government issued ID. Transgender people must be registered with the name that is listed on their government issued ID. Full list of accepted photo ID forms below.

  • You are a recently naturalized citizen

Recently naturalized Americans have the same voting rights as someone who was born in the U.S. Visit our Know Your Rights Page to learn more. Recursos en Español:

  1. Guía informativa para el Votante de Indiana
  2. La intimidación al votante
  • You are a student

College students have a right to register and vote in the place they truly consider to be “home” — whether their dorm room, apartment or parents’ house. High school students who will turn 18 by the next General or Municipal Election, may register to vote before the registration deadline even if they have not yet turned 18.

  • You are an individual with a disability

Each polling place in the state of Indiana must have at least one accessible voting machine and each location must be physically accessible.Voters that require assistance may designate a relative or friend to assist them at the polling place, or receive assistance from one of two poll workers who have completed the Affidavit of Voter Assistance at the Polls.

PHOTO ID REQUIREMENTS

Accepted photo identification is as follows:

  • State of Indiana identification with the voter’s name, photograph, and an expiration date that is current or expired after the most recent general election
  • U.S. government identification that meets the above criteria
  • Student ID from a public institution in Indiana that meets the above criteria
  • Military ID (need not include an expiration date)

Voters may also submit an application for a free photo ID at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The Secretary of State provides further information.

Information supplied courtesy of ACLU of Indiana.

 

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Request your absentee ballot for the 2020 General Election

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Click image to download an absentee ballot request application.

Election day is Tuesday, November 3, 2020. Ballot requests must be received in the election office by Thursday, October 22, 2020.

For more information about absentee voting, visit the State of Indiana’s Absentee Voting page.

How to vote by mail:

  1. Download the absentee ballot application or stop by your local HCPL branch to pick up a free copy of the application.

  2. Fill out the application completely. You may complete the form in your PDF reader or print a copy to complete by hand.

  3. Submit the request to your local election office. You should request your ballot as far in advance of the election as possible.

  4. When your ballot arrives, read it carefully and follow the instructions to complete it and return it.

To register to vote and to check your voter status, visit the Indiana Voter Portal.

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Upcoming online Naloxone training for Harrison County residents

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In a collaborative effort to reduce the harmful impacts of substance use disorder, Harrison County residents are invited to attend an online training session on the use of naloxone.

Sessions will be held on Wednesday, August 26 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Thursday, August 27 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Attendees will learn how to administer naloxone, an emergency treatment used to reverse opioid overdose, through both nasal and injection methods. An opportunity to ask questions will be provided after the training session.

Following the training, attendees will be asked to complete a brief knowledge check and will receive two free doses of naloxone in the mail.

Naloxone is provided in partnership with Indiana Recovery Alliance, Indiana State Department of Health, and the Indiana Rural Opioid Consortium. This training is provided in partnership with the IU Center for Rural Engagement and the IU Interprofessional Practice and Education Center.

Click here to attend this free online event via Zoom, no registration is necessary. Attendees are not required to live in Harrison County to attend this training.

         

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Wear a mask, help slow the spread

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Today Governor Holcomb’s executive order, which requires those 8 years and older to wear masks in public places, goes into effect.

Holcomb said there were several determining factors to issuing the statewide mask mandate:

  • To get children back to school
  • To keep local businesses up and running
  • There is an increase in COVID-19 positivity rate
  • There is an increase in hospitalizations statewide
  • More Indiana counties are seeing more cases
  • Neighboring states are also seeing more cases

“The simple act of covering our faces, as odd as it may feel, can help us prevent the transmission of the virus, which is why this is the next prudent step that we as a state need to take,” Governor Holcomb said in his press conference last Wednesday.

Read Governor Holcomb’s full Exectutive Order here.

Patrons visiting HCPL may request a mask from staff if they do not have one with them. Please continue to practice social distancing and use the hand sanitizer readily available in each HCPL branch. Click here for the Center for Disease Control’s Hand Hygiene Recommendations. For more information on how to best protect yourself and others, please visit this CDC page.

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Library Opens Doors to the Public with Grab and Go Service

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When the Harrison County Public Library opens its doors to the public June 15, things will look a little different.  “We are very happy to welcome you back, but expect some changes,” warned Alisa Burch, director of the library.  “For the protection of our community, staff will be wearing masks and we ask the public to wear masks as well.  Plexiglas sneeze guards and barriers will be in place on public service desks and you will be asked to stand behind the barriers to interact with staff.”

The library will enforce customer occupancy limits and patrons will be asked to limit visits to 60 minutes or less.  “The thought behind Grab and Go service is that folks will come into the library, browse for materials, check out and leave.  It is the exact opposite of what we normally do,” explained Burch.  “For years we have strived to be a community gathering place where families stay and get comfortable.   But for now we are asking the public to be patient and understand that they will not be able to linger.”  Children under the age of 16 will be required to stay with their adult caregiver while in the building.  Households will be asked to stay together and all patrons must adhere to social distancing and sanitation guidelines.

Some areas of the libraries will be restricted.  Meeting rooms are closed.  Some chairs have been removed.  Some computers will be turned off to enforce social distancing.  “Patrons may wish to call ahead for a computer appointment to ensure availability,” added Burch.  Computer usage will be limited to 60 minutes unless approved by prior arrangement.

Children’s toys, games and children’s educational computers will not be available.   

In-person programming such as storytimes and book clubs will not be offered.  “However the summer reading program, Imagine Your Story, is being offered virtually.  And each branch is offering some type of Crafts to Go,” said Burch.  “The staff has been working hard since our March 17 buildings’ closure to provide wonderful virtual programming.  Be sure to check it out on our website, www.hcpl.lib.in.us.”

Book drops have remained open.  All returns are being cleaned and quarantined.  “Patrons are still advised to use common sense when handling library materials,” said Burch.  “Wash your hands before and after handling library books and DVDs, avoid touching your mouth or face and don’t eat while reading library books.”

“We ask that you do not enter the library or check out library materials if you or any member of your household are ill,” said Burch.  

All library locations will return to normal service hours June 15.  “We will continue curbside pickup of materials and curbside document services for those who may not feel comfortable entering public spaces yet.  Call your local library branch for its curbside hours,” added Burch.

Library staff are committed to finding creative ways to offer the best service possible during the COVID pandemic.  For more information call 812-738-4110.

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HCPL offers online credit and debit card payments

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HCPL is pleased to announce that the library now offers the option to pay online for curbside document services–such as copies, faxes and print jobs–as well as for lost and damaged items. These payments can be made through your library account in the Enterprise online catalog. Cash and check payments for document services can be made when you arrive at the library; please click here for full details regarding curbside document services.

In order to make an online payment for your documents, please notify the library in advance that you wish to pay by credit or debit card so that the copy, fax or print fee is added to your online account.

HCPL offers a PDF guide to making online payments, available here. If you have a question regarding credit and debit card payments, please email the library or call your local branch.

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Library offers genealogy and computer use by appointment

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The public can once again use computers at all Harrison County Public Library branches, but people must make an appointment in advance.  Appointments will begin Monday, June 1.

“People may register for one 60-minute session by calling their library branch,” said Alisa Burch library director.  “At this time no extensions will be allowed unless by prior arrangement.  We are taking precautions to ensure the safety of the public and our staff.”  

Precautions include:

  • Only one person per time slot/computer (unless patron brings someone to assist them on the computer)
  • Only adults age 18 or older will be allowed in the building.
  • No headphones will be provided.  Patron may bring their own if needed.
  • Access to the building will be limited to the assigned computer.  No browsing or restroom facilities will be available.
  • Computer users must wear a mask or face covering.
  • All people in the library are required to observe social distancing of at least six feet.

The library is also offering genealogy services by appointment at the Frederick Porter Griffin Center.  Those wishing to do research should call the FPGC at 812-738-5412.  In addition to the safety precautions already noted these additional procedures will be observed.

  • Those making appointments will be asked, “What is your research focus” so staff may gather information in advance and to guarantee the documents needed are not in quarantine.  
  • Staff will pull ALL materials for patron.
  • Only one researcher will be allowed in the building at a time (one helper will also be allowed)
  • Researchers will be asked to stand behind sneeze guards at the information desk when seeking assistance or copies.
  • Researchers must wear a mask or face covering in the library building.
  • No restroom facilities will be available.

“Do not enter any library facility if you are feeling sick or if any member of your household is sick,” added Burch.  “We ask anyone, staff or public, to do this two question self-assessment:

  1. Do I feel like I have a fever? (if in doubt take your temperature)
  2. Do I have a persistent cough not related to an allergy or other known condition?

If you answer yes to either question, do not enter the library,” continued Burch.  ”Cancel your appointment and reschedule after you and other members in your household are well.”

The library will continue to offer curbside pickup of books, magazines and DVDs and curbside document services.  Plans are underway to offer public access to all library buildings beginning June 15.

Hours for computer and genealogy services and curbside pickup and document services are:

Main Branch – 105 N. Capitol Ave., Corydon – 812-738-4110
Monday-Thursday 10 am – 7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday 10 am – 4:30 pm 

Palmyra Branch – 689 Haub St, Palmyra – 812-364-6425
Monday-Thursday 11 am – 7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday 9 am -4:30 pm 

Lanesville Branch – 7340 E. Pennington St., Lanesville- 812-952-3759
Monday-Thursday 12 -7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday 9 am -4:30 pm 

Elizabeth Branch – 5101 S. Main St, Suite 109, Elizabeth – 812-969-2899
Monday & Thursday 1-6:30 pm
Tuesday & Wednesday 1-7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday 10:30 am -3:30 pm

Frederick Porter Griffin Center – 117 West Beaver St., Corydon – 812-738-5412
Monday – Saturday 10 am – 4 pm

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Library Offers Curbside Document Services

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Need to send or receive a fax?  Have to make copies?  Does an application require you to scan or print something?  The Harrison County Public Library can help you.  Beginning Monday, May 18, the library will offer curbside document services in addition to curbside pickup of books, magazines and DVDs.

The process is simple and contact free.  Just call the library, send a Facebook message or email any library branch to ask about document services.  If you have a document you wish to copy, fax, scan or print from a flash drive simply:

  1. Bring your document to the library parking lot.
  2. Call the library when you are parked in the lot.
  3. Take the 2 gallon Ziploc bag from the plastic basket near the library book drop (or at the Palmyra Branch next to the side door).
  4. Complete the form in the bag with the enclosed pencil or your own pen.
  5. Place your document in the bag along with any needed payment and close the bag.
  6. Drop the bag with the enclosed document, completed form and payment in the library book drop and call the library from your car to let the staff know the document has been deposited. (If at Palmyra, return your bag to the plastic basket, and then call the library.)
  7. Stay in your car while you document is copied, faxed, scanned or printed.
  8. Library staff wearing mask and gloves will return the Ziploc with your documents, any copies and receipt to your car and place it in your popped trunk, empty passenger seat or on your car hood.

If you need to print a document that is not saved to a flash drive, there are some options:

  1. You may email the print job as an attachment to the library @ hcpl.lib.in.us.
  2. You may use the ePrintit app or click here to send your wireless print jobs through the library website.
  3. If you do not have a computer but know the website location of the document you need printed, you may call the library and ask for assistance.

Library staff will call you when your print job is ready for pickup.  You will be told the cost of the print job.  To pay when you arrive at the library parking lot, retrieve a Ziploc bag from the plastic basket near the book drop (at Palmyra Branch near the side door).  Complete the form and place it and your payment in the book drop. (Or back in the plastic basket at Palmyra).  Call the library from your car.  Your documents and receipt will be brought out and placed in your popped trunk, empty passenger seat or on your car hood.


Hours for curbside service are:


Main Branch – 105 N. Capitol Ave., Corydon – 812-738-4110

Monday-Thursday 10 am – 7:30 pm Friday & Saturday 10 am -4:30 pm


Palmyra Branch – 689 Haub St, Palmyra – 812-364-6425

Monday-Thursday 11 am – 7:30 pm Friday & Saturday 9 am -4:30 pm


Lanesville Branch – 7340 E. Pennington St, Lanesville – 812-952-3759

Monday-Thursday 12-7:30 pm Friday & Saturday 9 am-4:30 pm


Elizabeth Branch – 5101 S. Main St., Suite 109, Elizabeth – 812-969-2899

Monday & Thursday 1-6:30 pm Tuesday & Wednesday 1-7:30 pm

Friday & Saturday 10:30-3:30 pm


For more information please call 812-738-4110 or send an email to hcpl@hcpl.lib.in.us.

 

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