Hancock County Public Library

10/23/2026

Here's to life, liberty and the pursuit of shorter lines at the voting place...

We've noticed longer lines at the opening and for the first hour of voting. If you have some flexibility in your schedule, consider coming in a little later in the afternoon.

Either way, it's great to see so many folks exercising their civic duty!

10/17/2026

Join us in celebration of Friends of the Library Oct. 18-24, . Show some love for Friends of Hancock County Public Library by donating, attending a book sale (Nov. 13–16), sending a thank-you card, writing a letter, or, for the ultimate act of love, joining the Friends!

10/11/2026

The library will be closed Monday, October 12, for Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day. Exterior book drops will remain open.

10/09/2026

Retired Greenfield Central history teacher, celebrated author, and lifelong Indiana sports fan Bill Murphy is returning to the Hancock Public Library. His new book, “Tried and True,” is about the 2026 National Champion Indiana University Football team and Bill’s 66-year journey as a season ticket holder.

Bill will also discuss some of his other work, including “Am I a Hoosier” and “The Indiana Hoosier Fans' Bucket List”. This promises to be a scintillating talk full of wonderful stories, including Bill’s efforts to get to the Hoosiers’ last Rose Bowl appearance in 1968, when he was 15 years old.

10/05/2026

Stop by the library and pick up your Voter Guide and Resources packet courtesy of WFYI.

10/01/2026

Congratulations to "The Library Takes You There" prize winners, celebrating Library Card Sign-up Month 2026!

Black Water Revival at The Ricks – George W.
Heywood Banks at The Ricks – Patty S.
The Happy Campers at The Ricks – Chad B.
Cirque du Soleil ‘Twas the Night Before at The Murat – Bryce N.
Broadway in Indianapolis presents Disney’s The Lion King at The Murat – Brianne W.
Disney on Ice Magic in the Stars – Brady M.

And a heartfelt thank you to all of you who entered. Your entry means you are using your library and that's a win for everyone!

09/29/2026

Tomorrow is Library Card Sign-up Day! Come on in and get a card. While you're here, give that card a trial run, and you'll qualify for an entry to win tickets to one of six events:

🎫Broadway in Indianapolis presents Disney’s The Lion King
🎫“Twas the Night Before…” by Cirque du Soleil
🎫Disney on Ice presents Magic in the Stars
🎫One of three shows at H.J. Ricks Centre: Grateful Dead tribute band The Happy Campers; Doobie Brothers tribute band Black Water Revival; or Heywood Banks LIVE at The Ricks!

If you already have a card, just come in, check something out, and you can enter too!

09/25/2026

We're open 9:00 AM-6:00 PM today

Help us .
TODAY ONLY we are accepting your gently used Imagination Library books- they will be repurposed and distributed to local nonprofits serving children!

Donate at these locations today:
Community Foundation - 971 W. US 40 | Greenfield
Vernon Township Public Library - 625 E Broadway St, Fortville, IN 46040
Hancock County Public Library - 900 W. McKenzie Rd., Greenfield

09/22/2026

Painted lines are on the way (weather permitting). In the meantime, enjoy the new parking lot.

09/21/2026

Give Like Dolly Day on September 25, announced by the The Dollywood Foundation, is a global day dedicated to supporting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Programs. Join us in celebrating Dolly Parton's legacy of inspiring children to dream big and fall in love with reading!

Donate your gently used Imagination Library books and help share the joy of reading with even more local children! Donated books will be redistributed to area nonprofits serving families and children throughout our community.

You can drop off books at the main library (900 W. McKenzie Rd., Greenfield) on September 25.

Other area locations include:
Community Foundation of Hancock County (971 W. US Highway 40, Greenfield)
Vernon Township Public Library (625 E. Broadway St., Fortville)

Every book tells a story. Pass yours along and help inspire the next reader! 📖✨