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21 August 2026

Five Reasons a Library Card is Your Number One School Supply

School is back in session! As you navigate new schedules, classes, and supply lists, remember that your library is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re seeking academic support or somewhere to decompress, let the library become y...

12 August 2026

2026 Summer Reading Wrap-Up

It's been a dino-mite summer, and we want to thank everyone who participated in this year's Summer Reading Challenge. Together, we took a step back in time, unearthed countless stories, and even encountered a few dinosaurs along the way. By reading, ...

18 June 2026

Pride Month: Fresh Reads

Explore recently released LGBTQIA+ books in our collection. Read on for just a sampling of the latest titles to hit our shelves. Plus, be sure to check out Libby, Overdrive’s library reading app, to find highlighted reads for Pride Month. You can lea...

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Homework Help & Resources

Get online help with homework assignments:
Use our Research Databases to find trustworthy sources that can take your research project to the next level.

Tech Resources

Digital Media Labs offer resources to help our community create and learn while experimenting with new technologies.

3D Printing. Submit requests to print items you have designed using Tinkercad or downloaded from Thingiverse.

Teen Health & Wellness

Teen Health & Wellness is a comprehensive database that provides teens (and those who care about teens) with research support and self-help on issues important to their well-being. Student-friendly articles make complex topics understandable and give insight into the teen experience. Teens can submit their own questions and user-created content to get a personalized experience.

Volunteer

VolunTeen Program

The VolunTeen program is a great way to earn community service hours and gain valuable experience that can be useful in finding a job.

Teen Advisory Board

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a way for you to have a voice at the library, participate in programs with other teens, and help others in your community.

Community Service

The library frequently offers drop-in and registration-based programs that help participants earn community service credit.

Find community service events in the library.

For information about community service opportunities outside of the library.

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Find ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and digital magazines from a wide variety of subjects for all ages.

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100 Books Before Graduation

100 Books Before Graduation is a new program that encourages teens in grades 6-12 to read by keeping track of the books you have to read, alongside the books you want to read, and earning prizes along the way!

Participate entirely online by signing up through Beanstack or visit your local HCPL teen department to pick up a paper tracking sheet. You can also your Reading Log at home. Read our blog to find out more.