NEW Winter Reading Challenge!
WHAT: Reading Menagerie: Meet the Dragons - Winter Reading Challenge
WHEN: January 6 through May 24, 2025
WHO: Readers age 5 to 12
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Exhibit Your Art at Your Library
HPL is looking for exhibit artists for the 2025-2026 season.
Hedberg Public Library offers 2D and 3D art exhibits throughout the building.
Fa La La @ Your Library
We are looking for local musicians to perform holiday music during the month of December as part of our Hedberg Harmony program.
Jackpot Becomes Lucky Day
Dreading the long wait for high-demand bestsellers and DVDs? Stop by our Lucky Day shelf (formerly known as Jackpot) to see what's new and popular.
A Night at the Library 2024: It's a Wrap!
Screams, smoke, and the peculiar scent of singed bat filled Hedberg Public Library on Saturday, October 19 during the 15th annual mingle murder mystery, A Night at the Library: Creatures Ball, presented by the
Fines Free: FAQs
At its July meeting, the Hedberg Public Library Executive Board voted to go fines free, effective September 1, 2024! As we work toward this exciting change, you'll find answers to some frequently asked questions below.
Library Board Votes to Go Fines Free
On Tuesday, July 16, HPL’s Executive Board approved the motion for the library to go FINES FREE!
Mental Health Matters - At the Library!
This summer, take time to explore mental health resources at the Hedberg Public Library!
Futuro Homes and the Janesville Connection
“Flying Saucer? No, Sir, It’s New ‘Futuro’ Home!”
Connecting with Community Emergency Resources
The recent tornado in southern Janesville and the Surrey Ridge Apartment fire have left many Janesville residents in need of emergency housing services. HPL has compiled a few resources affected residents can consult.
HPL Director Makes Debut on Park Place Views
Hedberg Public Library Director Eric Robinson stopped by the set of Park Place Views this past month for an episode talking all things HPL with host Amanda Gilbert, City of Janesville's Communications Specialist.
3D Printer Up and Running
Our 3D printer is BACK! After a short hiatus, we are now accepting print requests.
Ready to print? Fill out our online form and upload your file.
Summer Library Challenge Update: Button #3 Now Available!
Pick up the third Adventure Begins At Your Library Summer Library Challenge button or sticker starting Monday, July 8. Visit the library's Summer Desk, HPL Express at Uptown Janesville, or the HPL Bookmobile.
Summer Library Challenge Button #2 Available NOW!
Button #2 is now available at Hedberg Public Library for those participating in our Adventure Begins At Your Library Summer Library Challenge (SLC)!