The Library is a joyful place where visitors of all ages can connect, discover, and grow. For this year's National Library Week, we're taking inspiration from the 2026 National Library Week Honorary Chair: award-winning librarian, author, and new host of the children’s program Reading Rainbow, Mychal Threets. "Find Your Joy" is a message that is ever-present in Threets’ recurring viral videos and in his debut picture book, I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy. We're inviting you to HPL to enjoy programs, books, and even a few surprises from Mon, Apr 20-Fri, Apr 24. Here's how you can join in:
Visit the Library for Surprise Swag
From Mon, Apr 20-Fri, Apr 24, stop by any service desk to snag a surprise swag item. We'll have a new item each day, and supplies are limited, so grab one while you can!
Make a Bookish Craft in Studio 411
Bookish Craft Drop-In
Mon, Apr 20 & Wed, Apr 22 • 2-8pm
Drop-in event for ages 18 and over
Drop into the makerspace and choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions for assembly. One project per visit while supplies last.
Join the Reading Rainbow Party
Reading Rainbow Party
Thu, Apr 23 • 4-4:45pm
Drop-in event for families with children of all ages
Celebrate the return of the beloved PBS show Reading Rainbow with rainbow and book-inspired crafts and activities.
Check Out a Book About Books
Dear readers, our librarians have made a list of one of our favorite genres for you: books about books! These titles feature tales of intrepid bookworms, mysterious libraries, cozy bookshops, librarian sleuths, and, of course, the odd cat or two. Perfect picks to celebrate National Library Week.