Category Archives: News

Hoopla and Kanopy Now Available with Your Eckhart Public Library Card

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Kaylee

Get ready to access even more with your library card with new streaming services Hoopla and Kanopy! These great services are available through your computer, mobile devices including Apple and Android, Amazon Fire, and Roku Devices. First, let’s talk about … Continue reading →

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EPL Completes Plan for Next 3 Years

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Kaylee

It’s going to be an exciting few years at Eckhart Public Library. The library recently released its 2019-2021 Strategic Plan, which features a wide range of goals to help the library honor the past and look forward toward the future. … Continue reading →

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Your Library Card – Why should I get a library card?

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Kaylee

One question some librarians are asked in hushed voices is why they should get a library card if they aren’t looking for books? We’re excited to share that your Evergreen Indiana library card has amazing potential. Continue reading →

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Library Receives Grant for Technology Disaster Planning

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Kaylee

Eckhart Public Library is making its data safer, with the help of a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grant. Continue reading →

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Eckhart Public Library Community Survey

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Kaylee

Please take a few minutes to complete this important survey and help your local library better meet your needs! Thank you! Continue reading →

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$12 Million Library Campaign Goal Announced

Posted on July 3, 2018 by Kaylee

Click here to read more about “For Every Citizen”, the capital campaign for Eckhart Public Library. Continue reading →

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Eckhart Public Library Announces Rebranding

Posted on April 8, 2018 by Kaylee

Behind the scenes, Eckhart Public Library has been working with illustrator and graphic designer Cathy O’Malley to create a new logo moving forward to the future, while also paying homage to the past, and we’re finally ready to share her work. Continue reading →

Posted in Library Fun, Library Resources, Library Services, News, Our Patrons, The Community, The Library | Tagged Auburn, Cathy O'Malley, Eckhart Public Library, gil sans, green, heritage, history, Library, logo, marketing, rebrand, stained glass, window | 1 Comment

Eckhart Public Library Restoration Plans Revealed

Posted on March 26, 2018 by Jamie

We are very excited to release preliminary plans that will be the next phase in our fire recovery of our Historic Main Library. While the fire of July 2nd was a devastating event, we are taking this opportunity to make … Continue reading →

Posted in Library Services, News, The Community, The Library | Tagged Fire Recovery | 2 Comments

Eckhart Public Library Spring Break Activities Schedule

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Kaylee

Spring Break is almost here! Learn about the fun events happening through Eckhart Public Library and our friends at the Auburn Parks & Recreation Department! Continue reading →

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2018 Annual Friends Meeting March 20

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Kaylee

The Annual Friends of Eckhart Public Library meeting will be held Tuesday, March 20, at 7 p.m. at the Auburn Plaza Location. A presentation will be given by Mike Mapes on the history of Auburn Rubber Company. Continue reading →

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