Library News

Welcome to HPL's film and television blog, highlighting staff-recommended movies or television shows. 

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Join us for our new monthly Memory Café, a welcoming and supportive space for individuals living with early-stage Alzheimer's and their caregivers.

The Friends of Hedberg Public Library are people just like you who appreciate the library and the many ways it serves our community.

WHAT: Reading Menagerie: Meet the Dragons - Winter Reading Challenge

WHEN: January 6 through May 24, 2025

WHO: Readers age 5 to 12 

HPL is looking for exhibit artists for the 2025-2026 season. 

Hedberg Public Library offers 2D and 3D art exhibits throughout the building.

We are looking for local musicians to perform holiday music during the month of December as part of our Hedberg Harmony program.

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.

Screams, smoke, and the peculiar scent of singed bat filled Hedberg Public Library on Saturday, October 19 during the 15^th annual mingle murder mystery, A Night at the Library: Creatures Ball, presented by the

The Back to School Clothing Drive has wrapped up!

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.

On Tuesday, July 16, HPL’s Executive Board approved the motion for the library to go FINES FREE! 

This summer, take time to explore mental health resources at the Hedberg Public Library! 

“Flying Saucer? No, Sir, It’s New ‘Futuro’ Home!”

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.

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.