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Edra Waterman Welcome, 2021! We are excited to share what we have been working on to help get your year off to a great start. Our Cozy Winter Reading program runs through February, the HEPL Seed library officially opens in March, and we look forward to celebrating National Library Week in April. Our Resource Guide highlights tools, services, and resources for job-seeking and finding internships, as well as digital resources for those pursuing life-long learning. Don’t forget that scheduling an appointment for Curbside Pickup of library activity kits, books, and other materials is easy and quick. Just connect with us online or give us a call. As always, we look forward to continuing to serve with care in every way we can.
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The Discover Guide is a quarterly publication of the Hamilton East Public Library. Editor and Communications Manager Shelley Huffman huffmans@hepl.lib.in.us Designer Abbey Venable Communications Coordinator Kelsey Sweet The Discover Guide is printed by Fineline Printing.
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Events and resources geared for families and people of all ages. Registration required.
Winter Reading Program February is for reading - Cozy Winter Reading that is! Whether you’re conquering your New Year’s resolution to read more, or you simply want to get cozy with a few good books, you can log your pages for a chance to win prizes during our Winter Reading Program. Find out more information on page 4. Reading suggestions can also be found on pages 7-9. Happy Reading!
Disability Awareness Month We’re celebrating Disability Awareness Month this March with programs geared towards raising awareness about indivduals with intellectual and developmental disabilites. Programs for Disability Awareness Month are for all ages. Programs can be found on pages 6, 9, 11 and 14.
Career Resources According to a report from the Pew Research Center, “Overall, 25% of U.S. adults say they or someone in their household was laid off or lost their job because of the coronavirus outbreak, with 15% saying this happened to them personally.” The Hamilton East Public Library is ready to offer encouragement and support to those navigating the choppy waters of job-seeking. Find all our career resources for job seekers, digital learning and internships on pages 16-23. Discover Guide
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Cozy Winter Reading Program
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By Lori Holewinski
Bedtime stories are a traditional way to help children transition into sleep after a busy day. The Mayo Clinic suggests that bedtime rituals, like reading, can help all of us ease from wakefulness into sleepiness. (Imagine a bear settling down with a good book before a long winter of hibernation!) February is a good month to focus on reading. The flurry of the holiday season is behind us and the lure of the outdoors during spring is yet to come. What better time to choose a favorite book or two (or more!) and find a cozy place to leave your cares behind for a while. If you have children at home, a cozy reading cave made with sheets or blankets or a comfy chair are great places to read. Tiny ones are cozy nestled in your lap while you read or tell them a story. Wherever you decide to read, you will find that it reduces stress, improves cognitive ability, and even gives your social skills a boost! A traditional book is the preference for many, but ebooks and audiobooks are becoming more and more popular for all ages. HEPL provides both through Overdrive (Libby) or Hoopla, so February is a perfect time to give them a try. While a visit to the library is an enjoyable outing, winter can make the trip difficult. HEPL’s downloadable media offers you a selection of reading material you can access without leaving your home. Since you will be doing all this reading in February, remember to log your pages or minutes in Beanstack. All you need to do is log in or create an account and enroll in the Cozy Winter Reading Program for your age group. Your reading will earn you e-tickets for a final drawing for the prize bundle of your choice. The Cozy Winter Reading Program will run from February 1-28.
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ry Seed Libra Grand Opening: Monday, March 1 at 10 AM
Grow with us in 2021 By Julia Welzen
As the HEPL Seed Library begins its third year, we are amazed and gratified at the support we’ve received from you and the feedback you’ve given us about how the Seed Library positively impacted your life. One person told us, “The Seed Library has added so much education and joy to my life this season. I will garden for the rest of my life.” In 2020, people of all ages checked out more than 22,000 seed packets, partnered with community organizations, and received many seed donations from you. The 2021 Seed Library officially opens on March 1! You can check out 5 packets per cardholder per library visit, but we’ve bumped up the limit to a maximum of 20 packets each cardholder can take for the season. We’ll also be able to make your seed requests available for pickup on the holds shelf or for curbside pickup. Just send an email with your request to seedlibrary@hepl.lib. in.us In addition to many old favorites, look for 30 new varieties including Charentais melon, Hillbilly tomato, Bulgarian carrot pepper (shipka), Moon & Stars watermelon, De Milpa tomatillos, holy basil (tulsi), cardinal flowers, lovelies-bleeding, calendula, and more. Each plant has its unique time to bloom or be harvested, and with planning you can create a three-season garden from the collection: vegetables, herbs, and flowers to be enjoyed in spring, summer, and fall. We’re here to support your gardening adventure with getting started guides, an email newsletter, and a slate of programs to get you started. If you’re not sure how to get started, talk to a librarian! We can recommend seeds for beginners and give you some how-tos to set you up for success. As always, send a message to seedlibrary@hepl.lib.in.us with your questions or to add your name to our email list.
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February 8 at 7pm: Meet the 2021 Seed Library March 23 at 7pm: Permaculture in the Suburban Yard April 7 at 7pm: Gardening in a Small Space April 19 at 7pm: Backyard/Urban Conservation Discover Guide
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Children
Registration required.
A variety of events and programs geared for children.
HEPL has something for all ages including: • A Herbology class • A Spooky cooking class • Enchanted crafts • Magical mixology • Magical High Voltage ELectrical Show with Professor Steve (Facebook Live) • Mythical Creature classes with Ignite Studio • Family Fantasy Trivia
Magic awaits at our annual Harry Potter Book Night reimagined into a fully virtual week of everything magical and fantastical! If you are a fan of dragons, unicorns, fairies and magic, you won’t want to miss the excitement. Wands at the ready…the magic starts here!
Disability Awareness Month Raising awareness in the month of March
Signing Storytime
Join us for a reading of a few children’s picture books, while learning some American Sign Language! Monday March 1 | 10 am. | Virtual Event Friday March 12 | 10 am. | Virtual Event
Virtual Music Time!
Sway to the beat and move your feet. Join Music Therapist Kris Ramsey for a rockin’ good time that your littles are sure to love. February 8 | 10 am. | Facebook Live | No Registration Required February 15 | 10 am. | Facebook Live | No Registration Required April 12 | 10 am. | Facebook Live | No Registration Required April 26 | 10 am. | Facebook Live | No Registration Required Discover Guide
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Programs for Children Celebrate Black History Month! Bright Star Theatre Presents: George Washington Carver and Friends Black History heroes laid the groundwork for some of the most amazing discoveries of the modern era, especially when it comes to STEM. Hosted by the incredible scientist, George Washington Carver, a man who invented thousands of uses for the lowly peanut, this video introduces students to other incredible scientists, entrepreneurs and groundbreakers from Black History. Meet Madame CJ Walker, Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall and more! February 10 – 24 | Video Premiere Virtual Storytime * Zoom in with us as we sing, dance, and read stories! Storytimes this session will be conducted in Zoom meeting format to provide interaction between kids and our Librarians. Each participant will have the ability to participate or the choice to keep their microphone and camera muted and off. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 10-10:30 am. | Virtual Event Saturdays | 11-11:30 am. | Virtual Event
Winter Reads for Children • Bear Can’t Sleep by Karma Wilson • You Matter by Christian Robinson • The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld • Love by Matt De La Peña • Stand Up Yumi Chung! By Jessica Kim • Ways to Make Sunshine Renee Watson • Midsommer’s Mayhem by Rajani LaRocca • Absolutely Truly by Heather Vogel Frederick
Virtual Pre-K Explorers – Ages 3-5 This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping preschoolers learn schoolreadiness skills. Tuesdays with Ms. Donna | 1-1:30 pm. | Virtual Event Thursdays with Ms. Karen | 1-1:30 pm. | Virtual Event Zoom Books | 3rd-5th grade Each month participants are encouraged to read ANY book that fits that month’s selected genre. During our Zoom meeting kids will share a quick 60-second elevator speech with other club members. Tuesday | February 23 | 4:30-5:30 pm. | Virtual Event |Young Hoosier Award Tuesday | March 30 | 4:30-5:30 pm. | Virtual Event | First in Series Tuesday | April 27 | 4:30-5:30 pm. |Virtual Event |Procedural (How-To) Early Readers Book Club | Kindergarten – 3rd Grade Discover the thrill of reading books and having fun with new friends! Pickup your Early Readers Book Club pack, explore the book and activities with family, then join us virtually for the book read-aloud. Wednesday March 3 | 6-6:45 pm. | Virtual Event | Frances and Zeke at the Science Fair Wednesday April 7 | 6-6:45 pm. | Virtual Event | Dory Fantasmagory * Please note: We will take a break March 1-13, in order to rest and prepare for more fun programs, there will be no storytimes during these weeks.
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Design contest- World Languages Label Put your artistic skills to work helping the library create labels for our new children’s World Languages Collection. The winning design will be featured on every book in that collection. Open to all children K and up, the contest begins February 15th and submissions are due by March 12th. More info here: https://form.jotform. com/210116156269148.
Teen
A variety of events and programs geared for teens grades 6-12.
Dungeons & Dragons HEPL is starting a monthly Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) program for teens! D&D is a fantasy role-playing game where teens will create characters to explore imaginary worlds. Teens can get started with the Intro to D&D session during the Week of Wizardry and Wonderment in February to learn the basics of the game. Then we’ll meet up virtually with other teens each month to embark on new adventures. Experienced players and newbies welcome! Participants will need to set up a free account at Roll20.net for the monthly games. Game links will be sent out to registrants prior to the events. Registration required.
Upcoming Events: Intro to D&D
Tuesday, February 2 | 4:30-6 pm. | Virtual
Teen D&D
Tuesday, February 16, March 16, April 20 | 4:30-6 pm. | Virtual
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Programs for Teens Intro to Internships for Teens Did you know there are internships available to high school students? During this program, participants will learn about the importance of internships and how to jump start their search from special guest Allison Kuehr of Indiana INTERNnet. Thursday, February 11 | 6-7 pm. | Virtual Become a Leader Teens, learn how to expand your leadership skills! These skills will help you in school, group projects, and future career paths. Presented by Purdue Extension Hamilton County. Tuesday, March 2 | 4:30-5:30 pm. | Virtual Intro to American Sign Language (ASL) Teens and adults are invited to learn the basics of ASL from Deaf Educator, Michelle Cleary, in celebration of Disability Awareness Month. Tuesday, March 30 | 6-7 pm. | Virtual Paying for College with Pete the Planner Wondering how you’re going to save up and pay for college? Join us for this virtual event with special guest Pete the Planner to learn more about paying for college and managing your budget. Tuesday, April 6 | 2-3 pm. | Virtual
Monthly Programs for Teens Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Tuesday, February 9, March 9, April 13 | 6-7pm. | Virtual Anime Club Wednesday, February 10, 24, March 10, 24, April 7, 21 | 4:30-5:30 pm., 2-4 pm. | Virtual Teen Lit Café Free copies of chosen books while supplies last!
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We’ll be reading The Long Way Down, by Jason Reynolds (February), and The Traitor’s Game, by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Thursday, February 18, March 18, April 15 | 6-7 pm. | Virtual Online Games Tuesday, February 23, March 23, April 27 | 4-6 pm. | Virtual
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Adult
A variety of events and programs geared for adults.
Registration required.
Finding Hygge: The Making of a Documentary Thursday, February 18 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual Our Winter Reading Program in February is all about finding cozy reading time. Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga), the Danish art of creating joy and coziness in life’s everyday moments, has exploded in popularity amidst growing division and distrust around the world. But finding hygge in one’s own life can be more complicated that it seems. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the award-winning documentary Finding Hygge with local filmmaker and director Rocky Walls of 12 Stars Media, followed by an audience Q&A.
History in the Heartland Sunday, March 21 | 2-3 pm. | Virtual James H. Madison, renowned historian, and Thomas and Kathryn Miller Professor of History Emeritus at Indiana University, will share insights gleaned from three years of research on the infamous organization, the Ku Klux Klan, and its operations in Indiana and the Midwest during the 1920s. His research culminated in his book, The Ku Klux Klan in the Heartland, published in October 2020. Madison posits that a knowledge of history is necessary for an understanding of the present. His book depicts how the KKK brought to our national conversation the question, “Who is an American?” and how that conversation is still being held today. Dr. Madison explains why participation in the Klan was popular among native-born white Protestants in Indiana during the 1920s and spotlights courageous Hoosiers who stood up to the Klan and ultimately brought about its downfall. He expands the story by focusing on the Hoosiers the Klan judged less than
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100% American, including African Americans, Jews, and the Klan’s primary enemies, Catholics, and immigrants. David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian, will moderate this event. It is not necessary to have read the book to participate.
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Programs for Adults HEPL Tax Prep Resource Webpage
The 2021 tax season has begun! The library has created a new Tax Preparation webpage to connect patrons to official websites to access forms and tax information at https://www.hepl.lib.in.us/taxpreparation/. The HEPL Tax Preparation webpage includes: • Information & Form Resources (Downloadable forms and instructions) • Online Filing & Tax Help • Changes to the AARP Tax-Aide Service (Appointments Required) • IRS Free File NOTICE: The AARP tax assistance service at the library has changed to a lowcontact appointment only service. Walk-in appointments are not available. Call AARP at 317-975-1037 to schedule your appointment at the library. This service is provided by the AARP Foundation’s Tax Aide program and available at the Noblesville library.
Disability and Inclusion Jeremy Warriner from accessABILITY will present on disability awareness and how to interact with people with disabilities in your community. A conversational Q&A will follow the presentation. To find more information about accessABILITY and the services they offer, visit: https://www.abilityindiana.org/ Thursday, March 4 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual CareAware Options for Caregivers When you’re suddenly faced with caregiving responsibilities and you need information on what needs to be done, how to start or who to call, let CICOA help with the vital information in this workshop! We’ll explain important keys for resources as well as survival tips for managing stress that are critical for the journey ahead. Wednesday, March 10 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual Virtual Memory Café Join us for a virtual Memory Café--a welcoming gathering for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their family members or caregivers, online via Zoom. Our guest this month is pianist Catherine Musselman who will perform an “info recital” featuring music of the ‘30s, ‘40s and ‘50s. We recommend that you have a computer or mobile device with a camera so that we can chat face-to-face! When registering, please indicate how many people will be joining from your computer/device. Thursday, March 11 | 2-3 pm. | Virtual Dementia Friends Community Info Session Dementia Friends Indiana info sessions are brief but very impactful ways of learning about dementia, understanding and appreciating the perspective of someone living with dementia, and having the knowledge you need to better communicate and interact with those living with the disease and their family caregivers. Upon completion of the DFI info session attendees will be registered as a Dementia Friend in Indiana. Ages 18+ only, please. Monday, March 15 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual Intro to American Sign Language (ASL) Adults and teens are invited to this Intro to ASL class featuring deaf educator, Michelle Cleary. Learn some basic signs to expand your communication skills with people with hearing loss. For grades 6 and up. Tuesday, March 30 | 6-7 pm. | Virtual Discover Guide
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Book Clubs Books on Tap
Fourth Wednesday each month, 7-8 pm.
Classics Made Modern Fiction Fans
First Tuesday each month, 7-8 pm. Second Thursday each month, 7-8 pm.
Just the Facts Mystery Loves Company
Second Tuesday each month, 7-8 pm. Third Wednesday each month, 6:30-7:30 pm.
On the Same Page Paging through Time
Registration required.
Second Tuesday each month, 7-8 pm. Fourth Wednesday each month, 2-3 pm.
Speculative Fiction Guild Second Monday every other month, 6-7 pm. True Brew Nonfiction
Fourth Tuesday each month, 7-8:30 pm.
Brown Bag Book Club
Third Tuesday each month, 12-1 pm.
Whether you love mystery novels, nonfiction, historical fiction, recent bestsellers, science fiction and fantasy, or the classics—we have a book club for you! All book clubs are meeting virtually until further notice. When you register through the HEPL event calendar, your registration confirmation email will contain the link you need in order to join the online Zoom discussion. Or, the librarian moderator will personally email you the Zoom link prior to the discussion. Many of the book clubs’ selections are available as eBooks or downloadable audiobooks through OverDrive/Libby or hoopla. Print copies for the upcoming discussions are available to pick up at the library—just email the moderator listed for your chosen book club(s) on our event calendar. We have a Facebook group for each book club to help librarians communicate with regular participants, reach new participants, and for sharing updates and info related to upcoming discussion titles.
Computer Classes All computer classes are meeting virtually until further notice.
Introduction to Cloud Computing Thursday, February 18 | 2-3 pm.
Get More Out of Google Thursday, March 25 | 2-3 pm.
Introduction to LinkedIn Wednesday, February 24 | 2-3 pm.
Protecting Your Privacy Online Tuesday, April 20 | 2-3 pm.
Save It/Find It Wednesday, March 17 | 2-3 pm.
Online Job Search Basics Wednesday, April 28 | 2-3 pm.
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Indiana Room
Registration required.
Genealogy Roundtable Join us online on the second Tuesday each month at 2:00 pm. for an informal genealogy discussion group. We focus on a different topic each month. You will need a mobile device or computer with a microphone (webcam is optional) to join the Zoom meeting. February 9 | Focus on Finding Family History in Unlikely Places | Virtual March 9 | Focus on Your Irish Ancestors | Virtual April 13 | Focus on Internet Sources | Virtual
Exploring Unusual Resources for Family Information What unlikely or unusual resource provided invaluable information on your ancestor? Join us as we explore the uncommon sources beyond the census records and vital records. Saturday, February 13 | 10-11 am. | Virtual As I Recall Storytelling Guild Everybody has a story to tell! Listen, learn, and share your family stories. It is a chance to recall a moment from your life, try out a new story with an audience, or just listen to some good family stories. All are welcome! To participate, please send an email to our host Ellen at ellen@storytellingarts.org and she will send you the Zoom invitation. Tuesday, February 16 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual Tuesday, March 16 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual Tuesday, April 20 | 7-8 pm. | Virtual Finding Your Female Ancestor For most genealogists, the female ancestor is the most elusive of which to find information. To begin with, she changes her name, multiple times in some cases! When she is not changing her name, she is often nameless or addressed as Mrs. Someone. Join us as we explore some tips and techniques in tracking down Ms. Elusive Ancestor. Saturday, March 13 | 10-11 am. | Virtual Taking a Closer Look at Census Records Census records are the resource that most genealogists research first. They are government records and easily accessible online at multiple websites. Besides placing your ancestor in a certain place at a certain time, there is a wealth of additional information to be found on that one record. Please join us as we take a closer look at census records and the information just waiting to be found on our ancestors. Saturday, April 10 | 10-11 am. | Virtual Discover Guide
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Ignite
An arts-inspired makerspace in the lower level of the Fishers Library.
Registration required.
Judith Scott
Alma Thomas
Frida Kahlo
Celebrating Women’s History Month in March Join Ignite as we celebrate Women’s History Month in March by highlighting women who changed the art world. Participate in special, virtual workshops inspired by the art of Alma Thomas, Frida Kahlo, and Judith Scott. And tune into our special event lecture “Women in Art,” where we’ll learn about notable and often overlooked women in Art History. Visit our online events calendar for more information and to register! Alma Thomas Sun Abstraction Alma Thomas developed her own unique visual style while studying at Howard University, becoming one of the few African-American women during her era to earn an art degree. From her paintings of nature and those inspired by the moon landing, she had a minimalist style all her own. Explore abstraction and collage as you create your own images in Thomas’ distinctive style. Thursday, March 11 | 6-7 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 13 | 1112 pm. | Ignite Studio Women in Art Lecture Stephanie Doty, Senior Lecturer at Herron School of Art + Design will discuss Ignite’s featured female artists of the month as well as other notable women artists throughout history. This fun and engaging discussion is for art lovers and those interested in learning more about influential (and often historically overlooked) women. Thursday, March 18 | 6:307:30 pm. | Ignite Studio
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Frida Kahlo Shadow Boxes Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is known for her self-portraits inspired by the landscape of indigenous cultures in her home country. Honor her legacy by creating a nicho box, or shadow box, in keeping with the Mexican artistic tradition of creating colorful frames to honor people of great significance. Tuesday, March 16 | 6-7 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 20 | 1112 pm. | Ignite Studio Judith Scott Wrapped Art * Learn about change maker Judith Scott, an American fiber sculptor, born with Down Syndrome and deaf. Using only yarn and a technique of wrapping, she creates unique 3-D sculptures. Discover this challenging process as a new avenue of artistic expression, all while celebrating Fisher’s Disability Awareness month. Saturday, March 27 | 1112 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 27 | 2-3 pm. | Ignite Studio * Disability Awareness Month Event
Ignite Programs Virtual World Languages Label Workshop for Kids! Hamilton East Public Library is having a contest to design a label for the expanding World Languages Collection in Youth Services for kids grades K and up. This collection features books for young readers written in languages from around the world. The virtual workshop will help you with the basics of label design and cover the elements that your piece should include. Visit our online events calendar to register! Thursday, February 18 | 4-5 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 6 | 11-12 pm. | Ignite Studio Children’s Book Day Children’s Book Day is April 30th, but we are celebrating throughout the month of April by highlighting artistic books with complementary, creative activities. Join Miss Kris for this virtual, engaging earlyreader’s art program! Visit our online events calendar for more information and to register! Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat by Javaka Steptoe Saturday, April 3 | 11-12 pm. | Ignite Studio If You Come to Earth by Sophie Blackall Saturday, April 10 | 11-12 pm | Ignite Studio The Bluest of Blues: Anna Atkins and the First Book of Photographs by Fiona Robinson Saturday, April 17 | 11-12 pm | Ignite Studio Earth Day Celebrate Earth Day in Ignite this April with environmentally focused events. Visit our online events calendar for more information and to register for these virtual events! Botanical Art Illustration Tuesday, April 13 | 6-7 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, April 17 | 2-3 pm. | Ignite Studio Up-Cycle the Recycle Saturday, April 24 | 11-12:30 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, April 24 | 2-3:30 pm. | Ignite Studio
Did you know? Ignite Studio is now offering a DIY Project to take home each month? Drop into the studio to grab your packet of materials and complete the project in Ignite or at home. Follow our detailed video instructions as you complete these fun, self-guided activities. DIY Project of February: Felt Gnomes | All Month | Ignite Studio DIY Project of March: Paper Flowers | All Month | Ignite Studio DIY Project of April: Macramé Hangers for Seed Starter Pots | All Month | Ignite Studio Discover Guide
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Career Resources For new grads, job searchers and career changers
Looking for Work: Job Seeking in a Pandemic By Pam Lamberger A full year has passed since COVID-19 began its invasion of the U.S. Every community has suffered its ravages and felt its impact on residents’ lives. Employment security has become a casualty for many, with the downsizing, reorganization, or closure of countless businesses and industries. Looking for work is now a pressing daily activity for individuals in every age group. According to a report from the Pew Research Center at 6 months in, “Overall, 25% of U.S. adults say they or someone in their household was laid off or lost their job because of the coronavirus outbreak, with 15% saying this happened to them personally. Young adults (ages 18 to 29) and lower-income adults are among the most likely to say this has occurred in their household.” Might it be possible to flip this economic disaster on its head, transforming it into an opportunity for success? The Hamilton East Public Library is ready to offer encouragement and support to those navigating the choppy waters of job-seeking. It may help to consider that this disruptive time can be fashioned into an opportunity; think of it as a chance to reset. This is a time to reevaluate goals, assess skills, and update proficiencies. Library staff can recommend vetted state and local tools, services, and resources to guide job-seekers in pursuing a more stable and rewarding economic future. The employment landscape will undoubtedly look different postpandemic, with some industries shrinking or disappearing. Among the declining categories, at least short-term, are those in personal services, food services, education, office administration, and retail. It would be prudent to learn which jobs are expected to remain indemand or grow as we move forward. It may be necessary to chart an altered course with a more optimistic trajectory for the future. Employment specialists advise that a positive attitude is key, despite the acknowledged competition created by an increased pool of job-seekers. Those impacted will need to be patient while looking for that perfect job. Also important is a willingness to network with others in virtual ways, such as email or video calls. Recruiters suggest that applicants rehearse their phone or video interview skills with friends to become more relaxed and adept at this process. Use down-time to prepare – organize supporting paperwork, hone that resume, update your skill-set. Whatever you do, don’t give up; persist until you close the deal on that job offer! Discover Guide
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Hamilton County Jobs Resources Hamilton County Workforce Innovation Network (HCWIN) The group’s purpose is to bring together workers, employers, educators, and the community to support a strong local workforce and encourage economic growth. This is a good site to visit whether looking for work or to improve skills. View local partners in the categories of industry, community, and education. Covered sectors are categorized into the subsets of advanced manufacturing, ag-tech, construction, healthcare, innovation & technology. Subscribe to their mailing list to receive notice of virtual career fairs. http://hcwin.org/, 317-914-0171, info@hcwin.org Invest Hamilton County Indiana: Workforce Recovery Jobs Hamilton County Economic Development Corporation, Hamilton County Tourism, and the Noblesville, OneZone, and Westfield Chambers provide current job openings and immediate hiring needs to support Hamilton County Workforce Recovery efforts. You can link to a variety of local work opportunities and sign-up for an e-newsletter to receive regular updates. https://www.visithamiltoncounty.com/invest-hamilton-county/work/jobs/, 317-663-4457 OneZone Chamber of Commerce: Job Board OneZone comprises the Carmel and Fishers Chambers of Commerce. For help finding local job opportunities, check out their Job Board; click I Am a Job Seeker. You can view a comprehensive listing of available jobs in a variety of categories within various industries. You can submit your resume right from the site. https://web.onezonecommerce.com/jobbank, 317-436-4653
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Job Training
State of Indiana Jobs Resources Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD): Next Level Jobs and Workforce Ready Grants Two million Hoosiers need additional training to compete in the 21st Century workforce; there will be over 1 million job openings in Indiana due to retirements and the creation of new jobs by 2025. With a Workforce Ready Grant, qualified individuals can obtain free training in their selected highgrowth, in-demand field. Included are positions in advanced manufacturing, building and construction, health and life sciences, IT and business services, transportation and logistics. https://nextleveljobs.org/, 866-591-5018, Questions@NextLevelJobs.org https://nextleveljobs.org/Job-Seeker/Available-Job-Training/
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Work One Hamilton County: WorkOne Region 5 The site is focused on the eight counties around central Indiana and offers targeted job market information, job referrals, placement assistance, and other services. In addition to assisting traditional job-seekers, specialized services are available for young adults and veterans/eligible spouses. You’ll have the opportunity to register with the Indiana Career Connect job matching system. Free training sessions and workshops are available to increase your skill level. http://www.workonecentral.org/, 317-841-8194
Indiana Career Ready: Right Skills, Right Time, Right Way A gateway to next-level jobs and free training for Indiana workers; a onestop starting point for IN Department of Workforce Development Resources, including links to those featured in the next three listings. https://www.indianacareerready.com/ INDemand Jobs: High-demand, High-wage Jobs for Today and Tomorrow Indiana jobs are ranked based on projected growth and compensation level. The goal is to guide workers to sustainable jobs that are currently available and that have ongoing growth potential into the next decade. A tailored search can be constructed using location, job title, flame-ranking (1-5, with a rank of 5 being best), education level, salary level and related career clusters. Based on the selections made in the search, a list is created of available job posts that meet the search criteria. https://www.indianacareerready.com/Indemandjobs Indiana Career Explorer: Pathway to Career Success A good tool to determine your best individual employment fit. First explore interests, skills, and work values by taking a series of assessments. Then examine related careers and search for in-demand jobs within those sectors. Finally, identify the training needed to qualify for those jobs. For those looking to skill-up or transition to a new career, view other assessments. The Transferrable Occupational Relationship Quotient (TORQ) assessment helps a person to build on previous work history to identify job matches or suggest training opportunities. https://www.indianacareerready.com/JobSeeker/ExploreInterests Indiana Career Connect Find a job, searching by keyword and location. View current news and announcements concerning employment in Indiana. Employment information is divided into categories for employers, job seekers, and additional resources. Under Job Seekers, you will find resume help, career exploration, and education & training. Under Resources, there are many helpful links for veterans and sections focused on youth and seniors. The labor market information provided can offer guidance on the careers with best growth and income potential. https://www.indianacareerconnect.com/vosnet/Default.aspx, ICC@dwd.in.gov Indiana DWD: Your Next Step: 180 Skills: Indiana-based Resources The site helps Hoosiers to enroll in education and training programs, find ways to pay for college, search for jobs, build resumes and understand different career paths. The State of Indiana has partnered with 180 Skills to offer free skills training to Indiana residents. All their eLearning training courses are free, after you are issued a one-year 180 Skills license. More than 700 courses are available, covering nearly 40 topic areas. Complete an online form to request training. https://yournextstepin.org/resource/180-skills/
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EmployIndy EmployIndy is a collaboration of nonprofits, employers, state agencies, and community organizations that aims to match job seekers with employment opportunities in the Indianapolis area. Through their Ascend Network, applicants can receive tailored help in preparing for and obtaining a good job. You can create a login, provide information about yourself, and get personalized help with searching for employment. https://employindy.org/rapidreemploymentresponse/, 317-639-4441 Indiana Career Ready This is a one-stop site for targeted tools to help you select, prepare for, and apply for well-paying, high-demand jobs in Indiana, now and in the future. Job seekers or students can find information to help launch new career opportunities. The site includes workforce partner WorkOne Noblesville for Hamilton County. https://www.indianacareerready.com/Home/Index, 317-841-8194 Brookings Institute Report An Individualized Network for Connecting Talent with Jobs in Central Indiana Discusses the Regional Workforce Partnership (RWP) and its Rapid Reemployment Response Plan (RRR), which offers a centralized online platform for central IN job seekers, potential employers, and suppliers of education/ training opportunities. This skill-based approach to matching workers with jobs is accessed via the Ascend Network, https://ascendindiana.com/ and EmployIndy, https://employindy.org. https://www.brookings.edu/research/central-indianas-rapid-re-employmentresponse/ LinkedIn Learning Paths LinkedIn is a social media platform that facilitates networking between career and business professionals. They offer a free online learning path, comprised of 11 job-search support courses within the categories of Building a Job Search Strategy, Utilizing Your Professional Network, and Improving Your Interviewing Skills. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/paths/finding-a-job-during-challengingeconomic-times Pew Research Center: Social and Demographic Trends Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan think-tank that collects data and analyses social issues to help understand and respond to conditions. This article delves into the effects of the pandemic on the economy and workers: Economic Fallout from COVID-19 Continues to Hit Lower-income Americans the Hardest. https://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2020/09/24/economic-fallout-from-covid19-continues-to-hit-lower-income-americans-the-hardest/
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Navigating Digital Learning Resources at HEPL By Ally Muterspaw
The Hamilton East Public Library values lifelong learning and informal education through physical and digital means. Learning how to use various software, speak multiple languages, and use social media has become necessary to adapt to many professions and stay connected with loved ones. Especially when people are staying home, learning life skills and professional development skills are accessible for free or low cost in digital formats. Career based training, news outlets, and educational learning are permanently accessible online. The library believes that promoting digital learning is a necessary component to bridge the gap of information inequity. While HEPL promotes learning relevant skills to job markets and schooling, we also believe that informal learning is equally enriching and important for our patrons. Using digital resources, people can easily connect and build communities with others by investigating new passions and interests. There are multiple facets to digital learning skillsets, and this digital learning guide lists some HEPL and outside of library resources that our patrons might find valuable. Most of the resources below are suitable for all ages, but many of the resources are targeted towards teenagers and adults.
HEPL Resources
All HEPL’s resources are accessible on the library website, under “Services See A-Z Databases. Creativebug is a HEPL resource that provides art classes and community forums. Some courses explore sewing, quilting, crochet, jewelry, and other mediums. The resource lets users explore interests through demonstration videos, self-paced projects, and access to a pattern library. There is also a section of Creativebug designated for kid-appropriate activities. https://www.creativebug.com/lib/hepl
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Inspire is a comprehensive database that is free and accessible to all Indiana residents. Inspire provides academic journals, periodicals, multimedia learning tools, and many other resources for academic and non-academic purposes. A great asset to Inspire is “Test Preparation and More” through the LearningExpress Library, where users can utilize high school equivalency resources, college admissions test preparation, and career preparation. https://inspire.in.gov/ Mango is a database that provides self-paced language learning courses in 60 languages and 17 English learning tracks. Mango is the only HEPL resource exclusively dedicated to learning languages and has a language-translation tool. Mango can be downloaded as an app to a user’s phone or accessed on a computer. https://learn.mangolanguages.com/ Treehouse is a newer HEPL resource where users can access self-paced courses about computer languages, web development, and other technical skills. Users can also learn about developing web applications such as Rails and Android. Treehouse is unique because it is the only HEPL resource exclusively dedicated to learning computer languages. Patrons need to request access to Treehouse because a limited number of users can access the database at one time. https://form.jotform.com/201734016513040 Niche Academy gives you access to free tutorials on computer skills, job readiness, social media platforms, library applications and more. Create an account to track your progress, or simply watch a skills video for a quick refresher. https://my.nicheacademy.com/hepl
Other Resources Digital Learn is an online platform hosted by the Public Library Association where users have access to short videos that explain digital literacy skills. https://www.digitallearn.org/ GCF Global, run by Goodwill Industries, provides life skills and career-oriented learning paths free to all users. Users can sort through “Core Skills” that address Math, Reading, and Spanish speaking skills or learn about computer software programs. Users can search for courses based on their personal learning goals if they are unsure which topics to begin. https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/ IU Expand, hosted by Indiana University, is an online platform that provides free and low-cost non-accredited course work to Indiana residents. Topics covered in IU Expand’s catalog include data analytics, information technology, and coding. Users do not have to be alumni or current students at Indiana University to sign up. https://expand.iu.edu/ Discover Guide
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Get Ready to Find Your Next Internship By Allison Kuehr, Assistant Director, Indiana INTERNnet, Inc. Internships are a fantastic way to explore career options while building your skills. However, when it comes to landing one, a bit more work must go into the process than simply polishing up your resume. Here are some tips for finding an internship just in time for the summer session:
Visit your school’s internship coordinator, career center and/or guidance counselor
When you’re starting out in your internship search, it’s a good idea to have someone help you along the way. The perfect place to begin is by checking in with your school. Whether it’s an internship coordinator, career center or guidance counselor, they are there to lend a hand. They can edit your resume, structure your schedule so you have time to intern and point you in the direction of resources to find an internship.
Start searching early
If you’re hoping to intern during the summer, don’t wait until the last week of April to begin your search. Most summer internships are posted by March. That timeline can change depending on how competitive your desired industry is and the type of company you want to intern with. Industries like IT, manufacturing, finance and health care tend to be very competitive. Also, large, major corporations tend to make summer internship offers early in the year.
Explore!
Your heart may be set on interning with a certain company doing a specific role, and that’s OK! But you shouldn’t limit yourself. Explore smaller companies and internships outside of your dream industry. You may unexpectedly find something you enjoy. Plus, you should never apply to only one internship. Try to
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have multiple backup plans in case things unfortunately don’t work out. Give yourself options and apply to a variety of positions.
Follow up with employers
After you submit your application, don’t be afraid to touch base with the employer to check on its status. You don’t want to pester or be too eager, though. Once you’ve applied, if you haven’t heard anything a week after the application deadline, reach out. Politely let the employer know that you’re still interested in the internship and would like to check on the status of your application.
Use every resource available to you
While your school may have connections, you should still use every resource available to you. Web sites like LinkedIn and Indeed have internships posted. Your family could have fantastic connections. You can also discover great opportunities through a simple Google search. Finally, the last resource I want to highlight is IndianaINTERN.net. IndianaINTERN.net is a free web site where you’ll only find internships that take place in Indiana. We screen every single employer on the site and every internship that’s been posted. With an account, you can upload your resumé, search for internships and apply to them directly on the site. Visit IndianaINTERN.net today to get started. If you have any questions, email us at INTERNnet@indianachamber.com.
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Noblesville
Library Information Noblesville Library
One Library Plaza Noblesville, IN 46060 317.773.1384 Located just north of the intersection of Conner Street (S.R. 32) and Cumberland Road, near Noblesville High School.
Fishers Library
Five Municipal Drive Fishers, IN 46038 317.579.0300 Located in the Municipal Complex, just north of 116th Street, near the Nickel Plate District Amphitheatre.
Fishers Additional Parking Available: • Meyer Najem Garage • The Switch Garage • The Edge Garage
Ignite Studio at HEPL
Five Municipal Drive Fishers, IN 46038 317.579.0331 Located in the lower level of the Fishers Library.
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: Closed Hours subject to change due to COVID-19.
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