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Our adult programs are supported in part by the Nancy Parker Endowment Fund
and are free and open to the public.
When possible, programs are taped for later telecasting on the local public access television channel, JATV. A sign language interpreter can be arranged with two weeks' advance notice. Call 758-5807 to arrange this service.
Visit HPL on JATV to see some of the programs available online!
Free Programs, Classes and Events
Homemade Holidays Take and Make
Monday, December 06, 2021, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMGet all the supplies you need to make wonderful, handmade gifts this holiday season. | | | Homeless Intervention Task Force PATH Program Office Hours
Monday, December 06, 2021, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMStudy Room 5 | | | Ugly Sweater Decorating
Wednesday, December 08, 2021, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMLab 316DIY your own ugly sweater! Bring a sweater and we'll provide all of the accessories to make it wonderfully ugly. Don't have a sweater? We will have a few available (limited sizes and options) while supplies last. No registration necessary. | | | Foster Care in Rock County
Wednesday, December 08, 2021, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram Roompresented by Foundations Health and Wholeness Foster Care Regional Director, Natasha Francek
Learn about the foster care needs in Wisconsin and Rock County and the Foundations Health and Wholeness foster parent program. No registration necessary. | | | Where the Blue Corn Grows
Friday, December 10, 2021, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMProgram Roompresented by Randy Hughes, Hughes Farms
Randy will talk about being the 5th generation farming the land, why he grows organic, and why blue corn. There are so many stories to tell. Part of our Senior Moments program series. No registration necessary. | | | Homeless Intervention Task Force PATH Program Office Hours
Friday, December 10, 2021, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMStudy Room 5 | | | Homemade Holidays Take and Make
Monday, December 13, 2021, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMGet all the supplies you need to make wonderful, handmade gifts this holiday season. | | | Second Harvest Office Hours
Tuesday, December 14, 2021, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMStudy Room 4 | | | Cold War Wisconsin
Tuesday, December 14, 2021, 6:00 PM to 07:30 PMProgram Roompresented by author and Janesville native, Chris Sturdevant
Discover why Josef Stalin's daughter lived her final days in Wisconsin, why nuclear missiles were on alert in Milwaukee, how a tiny cargo ship from Kewaunee is still captive in North Korea, and other Badger State tales of the Cold War era. A book sale and signing will follow. No registration necessary. | | | Holiday Tea
Wednesday, December 15, 2021, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomCelebrate Jane Austen Day in the style of high society with all the town's best socialites (you!) Dress up is encouraged.
Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. | | | JM4C Monthly Coalition Meeting
Thursday, December 16, 2021, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMWoodruff Room | | | Minority Defense
Thursday, December 16, 2021, 6:00 PM to 07:30 PMHow Racialized Violence Created the Black Panther Party, Young Lords, and American Indian Movement
presented by the Diversity Action Team of Rock County, the YWCA of Rock County, the Beloit NAACP Branch #3251, Hedberg Public Library, UW-Madison, Division of Extension Rock County, Social Justice Edgerton, and Janesville League of Women Voters
Guest Speakers: Kamran Mirza, Diversity Action Team of Rock County and Dr. Rongal Watson, Health & Society and Political Science professor at Beloit College
Learn how racialized violence such as the Tulsa Massacre, Rosewood, and other violence against marginalized communities created the necessity for minority community defense. Discuss the work done by organizations such as the Black Panther Party, the Young Lords, and AIM, how they've been modernized, and the traditions left behind. Registration is required. Here is the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIld-2urj4sG928rIt1nUG4IBmB-NSHpwL8 | | | Elf Honk-Along
Friday, December 17, 2021, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMBEEP BEEP! Don't be a cotton-headed-ninnymuggins and miss driving in for an interactive movie experience! Honk, shout out your favorite quotes and flash your headlights along with the popular holiday movie. Each car will receive a themed bag of props to use throughout the film. Of course, there will be singing loud for all to hear.
Registration is required, and space is limited. Register online or call the children's desk 608-758-6585.
| | | Homemade Holidays Take and Make
Monday, December 20, 2021, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMGet all the supplies you need to make wonderful, handmade gifts this holiday season. | | | Homeless Intervention Task Force PATH Program Office Hours
Monday, December 20, 2021, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMStudy Room 5 | | | HPL Board Meeting
Tuesday, December 21, 2021, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMWoodruff Room | | | Closed
Friday, December 31, 2021, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMFriends Community Room | | | Closed
Saturday, January 01, 2022, 12:00 AM to 12:00 AMFriends Community Room | | | Red Cross Blood Drive
Monday, January 03, 2022, 10:00 AM to 2:00 pmProgram Room | | | 80's Work Out Night
Monday, January 03, 2022, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomGet started on your New Year's Resolution with this fun workout! Wear your best Richard Simmons inspired attire as we follow along with the iconic aerobics of the 80's.
Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6585. | | | Evening Yoga
Wednesday, January 05, 2022, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomJoin us for a gentle Vinyasa Yoga class. Bring your own yoga mat or towel and any props you may need (blocks or strap) and water. Registration is required. Register online, at the library or call 608-758-6600. Participate at your own risk and let the
instructor know of any injuries or modifications before the program. | | | ABC's of CBD
Saturday, January 08, 2022, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMProgram Roompresented by Erica Mallory, RN and Hemp Grower
Learn about Cannabidiol, better known as CBD, that has recently been touted as a treatment for ailments such as chronic pain, anxiety, and insomnia. We'll cover the origins of CBD, its uses and side effects, what to look for in CBD products, and current laws governing hemp and CBD.
Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. | | | Second Harvest Office Hours
Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMStudy Room 4 | | | Kindness Rockshop
Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMLab 316Drop in to our "rockshop" and paint a rock to add to HPL's Kindness Rocks Garden. Basic supplies provided and you are welcome to bring your own. For all ages. No registration required. | | | Kindness Rockshop
Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMLab 316Drop in to our "rockshop" and paint a rock to add to HPL's Kindness Rocks Garden. Basic supplies provided and you are welcome to bring your own. For all ages. No registration required. | | | Senior Moments: Whole Food for Life
Friday, January 14, 2022, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMWoodruff Roompresented by Sarah Hotchkiss, Catalyst Wellness Coaching
Start the New Year out right! Learn about the what, why, and where of a healthy whole foods diet, and get your questions answered. Enjoy samples provided by Basics Cooperative Natural Foods. No registration necessary. | | | Mondays Are Murder
Monday, January 17, 2022, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PMWoodruff RoomOne by One by Ruth Ware. No registration necessary. | | | HPL Board Meeting
Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMWoodruff Room | | | Non-Fiction Knows No Bounds Book Club
Wednesday, January 19, 2022, 6:00 PM to 07:30 PMFireplace RoomTitle: The Library Book by Susan Orlean | | | Friends Board Meeting
Thursday, January 20, 2022, 5:00 PM to 07:30 PMFriends Community Room | | |
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