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This year's Summer Concert Series is going to be amazing! These are FREE entry concerts! The Strays will be performing during our Food Truck Festival in September!
Come out to the park for some campfire fun! Our naturalists are offering this as a fun family program, open to all ages. Each session will focus on a different snack using our camp…
Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat!
Details →Autumn approaching means apple-picking season is almost upon us. These apples are houses for worms! Drop in to Ignite to learn how to make your own "Worm House" card. Use cardboard…
Elevate your Friday night with the warm ambiance and rich acoustics of live music at The Prewitt. From 7 to 9 PM, enjoy an intimate evening of soulful sounds performed by exception…
Details →Join Balance & Breath Yoga & Wellness Center this fall for FREE Yoga in the Park programs! Grab a beach towel or yoga mat, some water, and join us at the Bluegill Shelter at W.S. G…
Details →Trade in up to 5 cookbooks in good condition that are 25 pages or longer for a chance to win "Everyday Eats: 200 Simple and Healthy Recipes for Real Life" by Alex Snodgrass
Details →Let’s dance! We’ll explore different kinds of music as we experiment with movement and rhythm in this fun high-energy program for preschoolers. Child's caregiver required.
A Teams link will be sent to you before the program. Please include an email address with the registration. Registration required for online attendance.
Details →Graham Cracker Buses will be made with graham crackers (contains gluten), oreos (contains gluten), white icing (contains soy), food coloring, and wheat chex (contains wheat & glute…
Join Dakota Nicley of the Guitar Academy of Indiana to explore how exercise can feel like fun! Participants can gain: Improved heart health & endurance Improved balance & coordinat…
Details →Jammin' Jellybeans is the coolest music program for kids birth-prek, where we sing, play instruments, dance around, and have a blast with all our friends. Our music program is all …
Join friends for play, rhymes, and stories! This program is intended for ages 0-5.
Join us as we present our September StoryWalk® at Elm Street Green! We will meet at the shelter at Elm Street Green for a storytime and then we will walk and read Old Rock (is not …
Join Becca Biedler with ID Fit during this series to learn how strength training can improve physical strength, cognitive function, metabolic health, balance, and much more! Exerci…
Details →Mother Goose is on the loose! Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime just for babies.
Share a small group experience while listening to a book read out loud in short segments by members of the group while following along in your own copy. With frequent stops to disc…
Details →Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Join us for a special Friday Zionsville Books 'n Babies with Miss Kelli and her granddaughter Millie! Infants (0 month - walking) Join us for a baby lap-sit program. You are signin…
Are you interested in learning to play bridge? Come join us for some fun times. Experienced and inexperienced bridge players will come together to learn the fundamentals. Please re…
Details →Learn about each artist’s unique style and technique and create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece that you can be proud of! Perfect for budding artists ages 8-11, this class nurtu…
Participating in a diverse class of physical, social, and cognitive developmental skills creates a dynamic class where younger children benefit from watching older children and old…
Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Discover the creative possibilities of Canva in this interactive workshop! Learn how to navigate Canva’s interface and explore templates for social media, business materials, invit…
Details →Embrace clay in this class utilizing the slab method for creating your very own little ceramic picture frame. This class will teach basic skills around using clay safely, tips rela…
Brittany Wayman of Soul Care Coaching is here to guide you through a technique to take better care of yourself. Reigniting Resilience and Combating Burnout Life can take a lot out …
Details →Families with children ages 3 years and older. Naturalists from the Zionsville Nature Center will join librarians as they share their knowledge about turtles through read-aloud sto…
Woman sitting in a lotus yoga position on the floor while a yellow lab lays on its side beside her.
Get creative while making your very own slime. Materials, colors, and a variety of add-ins will be provided.
Get comfortable with the computer, mouse, and keyboard. Participants will understand the desktop, opening and closing programs, as well as making files and folders.
Details →Inklings is a student-led storytelling club that invites students in grades 9–12 to unleash their inner creative. Every other Friday, we come together with laptops and snacks to en…
Anderson Public Library will host a table with library resources and information at First Friday in downtown Anderson.
Details →Flower Power! Make & take a flower color-by-number photo with an iPad. Create a unique flower design with chromatography.
What is The Longest Table? Watch this video to learn more. Event address: 237 W Monroe St, Franklin, IN 46131. Rain location: Johnson County National Guard Armory, 325 Minuteman Wa…
Details →This day-long zine fest celebrates self-publishing with open-mic poetry, a zine-making related workshop, local vendors, and the publication of an annual zine featuring general poet…
Details →Get ready, Plainfield — it’s time to turn up the energy and paint the town in every shade of fun! The Color Me Plainfield 5K is a high-energy, family-friendly run where participant…
2026 marks the United States’ 250th birthday! Our staff have been asking for a bald eagle prairie maze design for several years now, so 2026 seems the perfect time to do one! Come …
Festival highlights include the Smorgasbord Breakfast at 7:00 a.m. Saturday at the United Methodist Church on Main Street and the Old Fashion Days Parade at 11:00 a.m., the largest…
In this Little Sprouts program participants earn “sprout bucks” to spend at the market! Each activity in Storytime is built around Every Child Ready to Read’s early literacy develo…
Do you have a passion for playing chess? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere.
Children under 12 need to bring an adult. No registration is required.
Registration is required.
Have fun and be creative together! Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. Child's caregiver required.
Love watching birds? Join other bird lovers and learn about birding from librarian and Master Birder Angela Newland, as well as occasional guests from Indiana Audubon. We’ll be lea…
Due to the time it takes to print each design, projects will be picked-up at a later date. Include email for program communication.
In honor of America's 250th anniversary, the Whitestown Branch invites you to take part in a year-long creative project that celebrates the past, present, and future of Whitestown!…
Scammers keep evolving, but the backbone of their tactics remain the same. We will learn about the most common scam types and some terminology to help you develop a greater underst…
Details →With their caregivers, 2–5-year-olds experience the exhilarating discovery of books, stories, and rhymes. Picture books, puppets, songs, and fingerplays bring language to life in t…
If you're a flower-bulb-lover, I bet you're going to enjoy these book lists! For Fresh Flower Fans Flower Gardening with a Plan Check out some of the other gardening classes at our…
Details →Held in the Special Collections Room on the 6th floor of the Central Library Walk-ins welcome but registration preferred Made possible by the Meridian Foundation through gifts to T…
Details →2100 S Morgantown Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143
A story time that incorporates songs and dance, and will help start a great day. Encourages language development and physical activity. For toddlers and preschoolers, and their car…
Indianapolis is so lucky to have so many great outdoor community spaces, and the Monon Trail is just a few blocks away from the College Ave branch! As the weather starts to cool a …
Drop in and join other adults for a session of coloring, conversation and relaxation. Bring your own supplies if you wish or use the ones that the library provides.
Details →This day-long zine fest celebrates self-publishing with open-mic poetry, a zine-making related workshop, local vendors, and the publication of an annual zine featuring general poet…
Details →Made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
St. Mary and St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church. Learn more about the Egyptian culture. Enjoy Egyptian foods and desserts, live music and lots of fun activities for kids and adults. N…
This 2-hour class is presented in partnership with the Calligraphy Guild of Indiana and celebrates the Anaphora Poetry and Publishing Conference . Plan to enjoy this celebration of…
Details →Participants may sign up for a 15-minute session by visiting the Wayne Branch or by calling 317-275-4530, ext. 5.
Representatives from Love on a Leash will have local volunteers here with their registered therapy dogs. Reading to dogs helps kids build self-esteem and confidence as well as valu…
Made possible by Office of Lawrence Township Trustee Steve Talley through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Details →Children under 12 need to bring an adult. No registration is required.
Synopsis Powered with incredible speed, Sonic The Hedgehog, aka The Blue Blur, embraces his new home on Earth. That is, until he accidentally knocks out the power grid and sparks t…
The Hoosier Mamas is an eclectic group of cross stitchers with a variety of tastes and a vast range of skill levels. All adults who enjoy any form of needle art (knitting, crochet,…
Details →3936 W Co Rd 144, Bargersville, IN 46106
Embrace clay in this class utilizing the slab method for creating your very own little ceramic picture frame. This class will teach basic skills around using clay safely, tips rela…
Come learn about the photo emulsion method of screen printing using our Pro-Light Exposure Unit. This is a versatile method of screen printing making fine line drawings, hand lette…
The Whitestown Writers Group offers a dynamic platform for writers of all backgrounds and genres to come together in a supportive and collaborative environment at the Hussey Mayfie…
Details →We will be making simple bottle cap pin cushions. Crafters will do some simple sewing and a hot glue gun to create either finger hold or standing pin cushions. Will require basic s…
Details →Join us for an afternoon of puzzling. Jigsaw puzzles will be provided. Some will be wood with fun-shaped pieces. Drop in anytime to make new friends and try different puzzles. You …
Join us on Saturday afternoons to match wits and skill with this Chess Club, meeting for over 40 years at College Avenue Branch Library! All ages and skill levels are welcome. This…
Held in the Special Collections Room on the 6th floor of the Central Library. Walk-ins welcome but registration preferred. Made possible by the Meridian Foundation through gifts to…
Details →Whether you’ve played before or are brand new, everyone’s welcome at the table! Dice and supplies will be provided just bring your imagination and welcome to a whole new world!
A fun night of board games at the East Washington Library. Patrons of all ages are invited to drop in any time for a fun night playing board games. Games will be provided.
In Unison is a large-scale, community-created block print that mirrors the graceful interconnectivity of starlings moving together in murmuration. In 2026, local artist Kassie Wood…
Enjoy 90 minutes of fun puzzles and math games! Free snacks, drawings for free merchandise (t-shirts, math books, etc.), and additional prizes will be provided. This program is des…
Beginning or reluctant readers ages 6-11 are invited to read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories. Its a great way to improve a child's reading skills and sel…
Learn easy gardening basics like planting, soil, and plant care, plus simple hacks for creating your own garden at home, whether you’ve got a backyard, balcony, or just a sunny win…
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adult and high school adventurers are welcome, whether you’re an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registra…
Registration is required—first come, first served—in person at the Kids Desk beginning at 1:30pm the day of the program. Kids ages 6–12 may register for a 15-minute session of read…
Families, teens, and children are invited to play board, card, dice, and tabletop games. The Library will provide the games. You are also welcome to bring your own games.
It's Fall y'all! Celebrate the season with a fun-filled family program featuring autumn-themed stories, songs, and activities. Families enjoy listening to cozy and whimsical storie…
Create a special little animal or creature, toy or sculpture that carries a positive saying or expresses words of affirmation out of clay using the pinch method. Tips will be offer…
For more than a decade, the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater has been host to local, regional, and world-renowned blues musicians annually. Fishers Blues Fest prides itself on be…
Parking is sold separately from concert tickets. You will need to purchase a parking pass if you plan to park at the venue. Please Note: There is a new seating layout for 2026!
Make your clay musical by creating a little whistle or ocarina instrument. You will learn basic clay safety, tips around using the pinch method and learn how to make sounds out of …
205 W Pearl St, Trafalgar, IN 46181
The Sunday Chess Club welcomes all ages and skill levels. Come learn how to play, improve your game or join a friendly tournament. Find out more information here
Missed Storytime during the week? Come back on Sunday to hear some stories, sing some songs, make a craft, and dance away your afternoon.
Calling adult writers to drop in at the library for discussion, inspiration, writing prompts, and sharing your works in progress.
Details →Parking is sold separately from concert tickets. You will need to purchase a parking pass if you plan to park at the venue. Please Note: There is a new seating layout for 2026!
Looking for a fun and engaging way to spend time with your toddler aged 1-3? Look no further than Toddler Storytime at the Lebanon Library! Join us every Monday for a lively hour o…
This is a beginner-level Hatha yoga class that will focus on stress reduction through breathing exercises, short meditations, movement, and stretching. Variations on each pose will…
Details →Drop in to Ignite to celebrate Welcoming Week by participating in this activity. Celebrate and uplift our diverse community by learning a new method of crafting inspired by the tra…
They crawl and slither but don’t be alarmed! We will get to learn all about our scaly friends: turtles and snakes. We’ll read a book, do a craft, and meet some of our very own rept…
This class will help you to stay more flexible, balanced, and toned. While there may be some similarities to yoga poses this is not a yoga class. For your comfort and enjoyment of …
Details →Storytime is geared toward older toddlers through preschoolers and their caregivers.
With their caregivers, 2- and 3-year-olds experience the exhilarating discovery of books, stories, and rhymes. Picture books, puppets, songs, and fingerplays bring language to life…
This program incorporates songs and dance that will help get you ready for your busy day. Encourages the development of gross motor skills and language skills. For toddlers and pre…
A Teams link will be sent before the program. Please include an email address with the registration. Registration required for online attendance.
Details →This bilingual story time celebrates the colors, sounds and traditions of Latino culture through engaging stories, songs and crafts. For ages 3-5.
Join to learn how to play the classic card game, Euchre, at the Whitestown branch. Spend a few hours competing to trump your opponents in a game of strategy and luck while also get…
Details →Have fun and be creative, together! Encourage a love of reading and enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
Join us to sip some coffee, work on your latest stitching project, and exchange ideas with new friends. Sip 'n' Stitch meets every second Tuesday of the month from 10–11:30am and e…
Details →Each activity in Storytime is built around Every Child Ready to Read’s early literacy development skills and practices.
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
Pumpkins, bats, and witches—oh my! Join us for a not so spooky storytime perfect for ages 3-6. Read stories, sing songs, and get ready for Halloween season with a witch from The Ch…
Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
A limited number of free tickets will be available—first come, first served—in person at the Kids Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the scheduled program start time. A ticket will…
Families with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited for stories, songs, engaging activities, and much more! Program occurs every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
Chronicles two very different religious groups, the Moravians and the Spiritualists, who established themselves along the White River in Madison County. This program is intended fo…
Details →Storytime is geared toward older toddlers through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
This program will be followed by age appropriate learning activities.
With their caregivers, 2- and 3-year-olds experience the exhilarating discovery of books, stories, and rhymes. Picture books, puppets, songs, and fingerplays bring language to life…
Patrons will have the opportunity to visit with a therapy dog from Paws to Think for about 10 minutes.
Imagine a place where children can giggle and grow together by learning through play! Wild Sprouts is all about allowing babies, toddlers, and preschoolers the opportunity to play …
Weekly fun with storytime! Read books, sing songs, dance and play. Join us for early literacy engagement and lots of fun. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in our storytimes…
Ages Birth - 11 months. Register your child for each storytime. This very beginner lap sit program includes activities for babies. They will enjoy songs, rhymes, fingerplays, actio…
With their caregivers, 2- and 3-year-olds experience the exhilarating discovery of books, stories, and rhymes. Picture books, puppets, songs, and fingerplays bring language to life…
All adults welcome to join this group to summarize, discuss and give a starred review to titles recently listened to or read. Guaranteed to add to your TBR (To Be Read) pile. No re…
Details →Chair yoga is a relaxation that also energizes body and mind by connecting breath to stretches and gentle movements. This activity improves posture, flexibility, balance, strength,…
Details →Each month we will be making a plastic canvas house that represents the current month. All supplies provided. Adults only. Please register.
Details →This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping preschoolers learn school-readiness skills, develop social skills, and…
Being a family caregiver of a loved one is incredibly challenging. You are not alone in this journey! Join Anna Williams, Programs Director of A Senior Retreat, and meet others on …
Details →A Teams link will be sent to you before class. Please include an email address with registration. Registration required for online attendance.
Details →Drop in on Tuesday afternoons to hang with other crafters and work on your current projects. Be a part of our crafting community! Bring your own crafts, learn techniques from each …
Details →Join us for a free 8-week Beginner Tai Chi program focused on arthritis and fall prevention, presented in partnership with the Madison County Health Department. Each weekly lesson …
Details →Chair yoga is a relaxation that also energizes body and mind by connecting breath to stretches and gentle movements. This activity improves posture, flexibility, balance, strength,…
Details →Get to know other homeschool students while you learn at the library. Participate in a librarian-led activity about music, science, history, and books.
Open Studio Hours are intended for patrons who have previously used the MakerStudio and can work independently. During this drop-in time, equipment is available on a first-come, fi…
You may have seen The Village at SPARK on the Circle from August through the Taylor Swift Eras Tour ( here's an IndyStar article about it ), and now that the weather is cold, this …
Driftwood Ct, Franklin, IN 46131
Tweens and teens in grades 6-12 are invited to hang out and join us for art projects, games, studying, reading, and snacks.
Prepare to be whisked away to a world of wonder at Afternoon Storytime. Join us for a delightful gathering, where stories and melodies intertwine to create a magical experience.
Grab a marker and some paper and get ready to be crafty! Join us for a new fun craft every other week.
🎨 Rawr-some Crafts: Prehistoric Creations! Calling all young paleontologists and artists! Ready to travel back in time? Join us at the library for a hands-on, wildly creative after…
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, learn and play the popular Mexican game, Loteria.
Hang out with us after school! Teens age 13-18 are welcome to join us for snacks, coloring, video games, and board games.
Made possible by Office of Lawrence Township Trustee Steve Talley through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Details →101 West St #44, Franklin, IN 46131
The Marion County Public Health Nutrition Services is bringing 2 topics to the library this fall. This one ( Meal planning ), and Fiber Maxxing . Check out both at a branch near yo…
Details →Session Themes: August 11 - The Best Manga You Read This Summer! August 25 - Manga with a School Setting September 8 - Sports Manga & Manga with Tournament Arcs September 22 - Myst…
These sessions are developed for teens ages 13-18. Adults, let us know when you would like to begin your adventures!
Details →Learn easy gardening basics like planting, soil, and plant care, plus simple hacks for creating your own garden at home, whether you’ve got a backyard, balcony, or just a sunny win…
In our Cricut Crafting Space, you can gain access to our equipment. If you've taken a Cricut class, you can see that there's a lot of equipment available and it can be overwhelming…
Details →The Adobe Creative Cloud suite includes many powerful apps, like Photoshop, that will allow you to bring your imagination to life. Our Adobe open labs are for patrons that need acc…
Details →Just bring your curiosity and sense of fun! This group is for any one 12 and up.
Registration nice but walk-ins welcome!
For teens ages 12-18. No registration required.
Are you interested in volunteering at the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library Whitestown Branch? Students ages 13-18 can sign up to assist the library with various activities e…
200 Legacy Blvd, Greenwood, IN 46143
An art exhibition paying tribute to Women of Color visual artists, whose artistry transcends boundaries and enriches the tapestry of art and culture. Through our creations, we enri…
Are you interested in using your Spanish or English language skills in a friendly causal setting? Come practice with others using some common conversational phrases in both Spanish…
Details →All notarizations are free of charge thanks to our partnership with Gold Torch Notary Services. Notary is Stephanie Kaminski - Lic# NP0758651 - EXP: 09/08/2032. Notary is conversat…
Details →Join us for a hands-on community activity with the artist team of Vanessa Monfreda and Gina Lee Robbins. Participants will contribute to pages of a collaborative collage book in ho…
The man... The myth.... The legend.... NIC CAGE! Join us as we watch a new Nic Cage movie each month. Popcorn and water will be provided. "World Trade Center" (2006) is rated PG-13…
Join the Tech Learning Team for a beginner friendly series. We have crafted exercises for you to begin building skills that are important for opening programs, using websites, and …
Details →Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. New members are always welcome!
Details →What is kinusaiga? Kinusaiga is a Japanese art form that uses fabric scraps tucked into pre-cut grooves in a board to create intricate pictures. For teens in grades 6-12 only. Regi…
Central Library's Makerspace will be open from 6 - 7:30 p.m. for you to work on all your paper crafts – think scrapbooking, collage, junk journaling, painting, watercolor, sketchin…
Details →This session explores common causes and types of debt, along with strategies that can help such as budgeting, loan consolidation, and debt management plans. This workshop is presen…
Details →First time players or experienced adventurers, join us to explore Dungeons and Dragons. Game materials and dice provided, just bring your imagination! Ages 12 and up.
This class focuses on casual conversation. We discuss topics on American culture, idioms, phrasal verbs, some grammar, and much much more! Facilitators are TESOL trained.
Details →Staff is available to make recommendations and answer questions.
Include email for program communication.
Details →Topics to be discussed are: Basic Greetings Self Introduction Ask Basic Questions Ordering Food Body Parts/At the Hospital Numbers & Counting/Shopping Colors/Haitian Arts Telling T…
Details →This is a monthly book club for teens in grades 9-12 featuring a book voted on by club members. We will meet the second Tuesday of each month from 6-7 pm in the Conversation Corner…
Join us for an relaxing evening, to destress from the day with yoga for kids. Jennifer from Healing Soul will teach beginner yoga for children age 3-12. Registration required.
School-aged children who are beginning or reluctant readers are invited to read to a non-judgmental registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories. It's a great way to impro…
Beginning or reluctant readers ages 6 - 11 are invited to read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories. It's a great way to improve a child's reading skills and …
Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Join our 3-part class to learn the basics and troubleshooting – and make a beginner project (a simple tote bag). We will have a of…
Details →Spanish Conversation Circle takes place in the Goodrich-Houk meet room at Central Library.
Details →Join us for a writing workshop presented by Sandor Goodhart, Professor Emeritus of English and Interdisciplinary Studies, at Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN. Any individual o…
Details →Registration is Required. Local Address : Yujo Ramen and Bubble Tea at 9431 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260. EXPENDABLE \ik'spen-d'-b'l\ n. A human clone utilized for dange…
Details →Made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Love reading romance? Join us for the Happily Ever After group, which meets monthly to discuss a variety of titles in the romance genre. Discussions are held on the second Tuesday …
Details →Babies and toddlers up to 36 months along with their grownup are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun! Children are welcome to wear pajamas and bring their favorite stuff…
Yoga Nidra is a meditation technique that allows you to deeply relax while remaining fully conscious. This guided meditation practice helps reduce stress, improve sleep, and restor…
Details →Want to craft your very own keychain critters? Join us at the nature center to make a new paracord or beaded keychain to take home! RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 5 AND UP
Details →Enjoy a solo exhibition of Trenton Winchester's art completed during his teen art residency at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Media include 2D and 3D art. Interested in becoming a…
Join me for a baby-centered storytime that fosters early language and literacy skills, socializing, and playtime! This program is intended for ages 0-18 months.
This program is intended for babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Adults and toddlers actively share stories and songs during this bustling 20 minutes of singing, moving, seeing, hearing, handling, and rhyming together! Siblings are welcome. Free…
The Page Turners book group offers two different sessions each month on Wednesday mornings at 9:30. Over the course of the year, both groups will read the same twelve books but in …
Details →Join the librarians as they create an appropriate atmosphere for toddler learning--repetition is important at this stage! We will explore a wide range of themes using books, puppet…
We're bringing the library to YOU! Browse books, enjoy activities, and sign up for your FREE library card (conditions apply)! Location: Tienda & Reposteria Mary - 825 E 53rd St
Details →Have fun and be creative, together! Encourage a love of reading and enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
Designed for ages 3-5 and caregivers. Caregivers required. Include email for program communication.
At 73, retired lawyer and devoted letter writer Sybil Van Antwerp navigates her daily life and reflects on her past, but when unexpected letters open old wounds, she must confront …
Details →Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Join us at the Lebanon Library for songs, rhymes, and stories! Enjoy an interactive time with your little one that includes lots of fun and body movement. Clapping, singing, and pr…
This program is intended for babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
For kids 3-12 with a caregiver. Great for homeschoolers!
Stop in for playtime, stories, and crafts! Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join storytime to learn important early literacy skills, socialize with peers, and have …
The Career Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Details →Chair yoga is a relaxation that also energizes body and mind by connecting breath to stretches and gentle movements. This activity improves posture, flexibility, balance, strength,…
Details →A Teams link will be sent to you before the program. Please include an email address with the registration. Registration required for online attendance.
Details →Families with children of all ages are invited to listen to stories, sing songs and participate in movement activities.
Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Adults and toddlers actively share stories and songs during this bustling 20 minutes of singing, moving, seeing, hearing, handling, and rhyming together! Siblings are welcome. Free…
Families with children ages 3 - 6 are invited for a fun-filled storytime featuring stories, music and activities! No Registration Required!
Ages 3-6. Registration is required. Preschoolers and their caregivers! Join every month for a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) storytime. We will read a story wi…
Each activity in Storytime is built around Every Child Ready to Read’s early literacy development skills and practices.
We explore a different theme each week, from favorites like dinosaurs and bears, to series like "the people in our neighborhood" and the alphabet! Join us at the College Ave Branch…
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and playtime.
Get ready to play, sing, and grow! Join Donna for a lively baby and toddler storytime filled with playful stories, fun songs, and bouncy rhymes designed especially for little ones.…
Children age 2 to 4 years old and their adult are invited to storytime with books, songs, dancing, crafts,and fun! The session is followed by playtime and interaction.
Babies and toddlers, birth through age 3, with an adult are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and more. It's a great way to introduce little ones to a lifelong lov…
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and play time.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3 with an adult are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by socialization and playtime with age appropriate toys.
Babies and toddlers up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, toys, and more.
Children ages 3-5 and a caregiver are invited for stories, songs, crafts, and more! No registration is required.
Let's gather every Wednesday morning for a 30-minute storytime with Martindale-Brightwood's woolly mammoth, Mammoth. There will be dancing, reading, singing, storytelling with felt…
This program incorporates songs and dance that will help get you ready for your busy day. Encourages the development of gross motor skills and language skills. For toddlers and pre…
Made possible by Office of Lawrence Township Trustee Steve Talley through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Details →Join Amy for chair-based yoga especially designed for caregivers to practice your breathing techniques, and improve your heart rate, mental focus, and relaxation. Chair yoga is a r…
Details →Everyone needs connection - even if you just need a safe space to sit with others without needing to talk. This hour is for YOU. LaDonna hosts this space with a lot of creative, su…
Details →Practice speaking English in a casual and supportive setting. Library staff and volunteers will lead the sessions, and all skill levels are welcome. This weekly conversation group …
Details →Bring your mobile phone, tablet, or laptop along with your Library card to the East Washington Branch to set up a Libby account so you can check out e-books and e-audiobooks!
Details →Babies, toddlers and preschoolers with an adult are invited for interactive stories and songs followed by playtime.
During Sunny Play, your young child will have opportunities to explore natural materials, for sensory experiences, to play with loose parts, to create art, and to play make-believe…
A half-hour of stories, songs, and fun! Join Alice every Wednesday at the Haughville Branch for storytime with your toddlers and preschoolers (ages 1-6).
Thank you to Cummins and The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation for supporting this program.
Adults and toddlers actively share stories and songs during this bustling 20 minutes of singing, moving, seeing, hearing, handling, and rhyming together! Siblings are welcome. Free…
Patrons are eligible to earn certificates if they schedule a proctored session with the Computer Assistant at the branch beforehand.
Details →Create your own masterpiece! Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess. Child's caregiver required.
Whitestown Branch is seeking volunteers to help with shelf reading activities. Volunteers who are selected for these activities can expect to gain a brief understanding of library …
Join us for a fun and energizing workout that lets you get fit while bonding with your little one! 🍼✨ When: Wednesdays at 11:30 AM Where: Kilton Community Room Grown-ups, bring you…
A Time of Witches by Madeline Martin is a dual-timeline historical fiction novel about two women, Lilith Legare in modern-day Savannah and Sybil Brantham in 1645 England, who are c…
Details →September Movie selections 1) The Immigrant Directed by Charlie Chaplin 2) Little Black Book Directed by Nick Hurran 3) The Witch Directed by Robert Eggers 4) Mother Directed by Bo…
Details →To sign up for this event, visit the listing on our Better Impact volunteer site. Walk-in volunteers are welcome, too! The process to sign up is easy! Complete a short application …
Join Gretchen for a chair yoga session and improve your strength, flexibility and balance. This program is made possible by a grant from the Friends of the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial…
Details →The Career Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Children under 12 need to bring an adult. No registration is required.
Registration required.
Learn about different types of mosaic art. Create mosaics out of paper, beads, and more.
The Kindergarten Gear Up program was created by public librarians to help communities close gaps in school readiness. The program provides families with structured, research-based …
Domino Chain Reaction Club with a new name! Grades 2 - 6. Let's have some fun setting up dominoes and knocking them down!
Details →Children and families of all ages are invited to drop in to the East 38th Street Library to play a variety of games. Games are provided. Children 10 years old and younger should br…
Relax and enjoy reading with Word on the Shelf—exclusively LIVE and in-person. You’ll get to hang out with other readers, browse the newest library books in the middle school and h…
What is a "whimsy" anyway? Merriam-Webster defines it as "a fanciful or fantastic device, object, or creation especially in writing or art." At the library, we want to foster and c…
This session is designed for adults and teens with interest in improving their artistic skills. In the class, we will work on drawing a still life in the Procreate app for iPads. Y…
The Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program provides hands-on opportunities to learn about Indiana’s natural resources. Adult learners will gain an understanding of Indiana's plant…
Details →24 N Main St, Bargersville, IN 46106
...this week will feature creating a home for little ghosts in a jar....
Details →Whitestown Branch is seeking volunteers to help with shelf reading activities. Volunteers who are selected for these activities can expect to gain a brief understanding of library …
Dive into a new craft project each month with fellow art lovers! This month, learn the basics of crochet, then work on a simple project! Yarn and crochet hooks will be provided, bu…
Drop in for an evening of video and tabletop gaming! We'll have party games like Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch, Beatsaber on the Oculus Quest, and clas…
Details →Join others to create art together. We provide the materials and instructions, while you add your personal touch to paint your masterpiece.
Details →This program pairs high school volunteers and kids in grades 1-5, with the goal of improving kids’ confidence in their reading skills and fostering a love of reading. Registration …
What is kinusaiga? Kinusaiga is a Japanese art form that uses fabric scraps tucked into pre-cut grooves in a board to create intricate pictures. For teens in grades 6-12 only. Regi…
Learn basic techniques to get you started on our Cricut Maker. This versatile cutting and drawing machine is fun to use in a variety of ways; from making vinyl stickers and iron-on…
Want to take up a new artistic hobby, but not sure you want to commit yet? Try making paper this month in this freestyle exploration hour. Registration required.
Details →Come enjoy a warm evening full with romantic tales, good humor, and stimulating conversations. This event is ideal whether you're a devoted romance fan or simply searching for an e…
Details →This workshop is presented in partnership with the Indiana Writers Center. Check out other writing workshops at library branches this season! Instructor Barbara Shoup is the author…
Details →Join our regular Boone Power Recording Studio user, Mark Hansen, for a behind-the-scenes look at how he creates and produces music using Logic Pro. Through a live demonstration, at…
In this cozy cottagecore Reading Buddy's session, we will step into the whimsical world of The Bakery Dragon by Devin Elle Kurtz where baking, imagination, and friendship come to l…
Join us to sip some coffee, work on your latest stitching project, and exchange ideas with new friends. Sip 'n' Stitch meets every second Tuesday of the month from 10–11:30am and e…
Details →The Zionsville Food Pantry is offering a teen volunteer opportunity in the Spring and Fall this year! Teens and a librarian will assist in helping the Zionsville Food Pantry with v…
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math concepts through hands-on activities. 9/9 Bubble Explorers 10/14 DIY Lava Lamp
For fans of ACOTAR and Fourth Wing, lovers of faeries, vampires, dragons, and more: Booked and Bitten is for anyone who loves romantasy! Each month we'll read a different romantasy…
Details →We'll cover everything from budgeting and mortgage options to the home search and closing process. Gain expert insights, ask questions, and walk away feeling confident in your home…
Details →Calling Young Writers ages 12-16 to meet at the library for discussion, inspiration, writing prompts, and sharing their works in progress.
This group meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm. Attendees are responsible for their own food & drink purchases. Registration is required. See a list of books this gr…
Details →Fall in love with painting pumpkins! Grab your friends and join us for a fun, festive night of pumpkin painting! Create with gorgeous specialty pink glazes or choose a more traditi…
Live music every Thursday on our rooftop patio! From 7:00-9:00PM, enjoy great performances, fresh air, and a relaxed atmosphere as you wind down your week with us. The patio is fir…
Details →In this interactive class, students will learn industry-essential skills such as prompt engineering, working with AI in an enterprise enviornment, and using AI tools safely and res…
Details →Come to the Discovery Room and enjoy our infant storytime: 20 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, and stories. This program is a great way to introduce your baby to early literac…
Storytime is geared toward older toddlers through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Have fun and be creative together! Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. Child's caregiver required.
Don't miss the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Sales run the second Thursday of each month from 10am - 12:30pm and 4:30 - 6:30pm. Monthly sales are open to the public and are loc…
Best for ages 5 to 12, but all are welcome.
Join us for a 4-week Mindful Taichi program designed to help you move with greater ease, stability, and confidence. Through slow, flowing movements, and simple awareness practices,…
Details →Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
Children ages 0-2 and a caregiver are invited for a story, songs, rhymes, and activities designed with our littlest patrons in mind! No registration is required.
Pumpkins, bats, and witches—oh my! Join us for a not so spooky storytime perfect for ages 3-6. Read stories, sing songs, and get ready for Halloween season with a witch from The Ch…
Join us at the Kilton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories! Enjoy an interactive time with your little one that includes lots of fun and body movement. Clapping, singing and pran…
A Teams link will be sent to you before class. Please include an email address with registration. Registration required for online attendance.
Details →Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Come to the Discovery Room and enjoy our infant storytime: 20 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, and stories. This program is a great way to introduce your baby to early literac…
Toys will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own.
All ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and crafts followed by sensory playtime. We keep the lights low and do our best to create a less overwhelming storytime environm…
Storytime is geared toward older toddlers through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and fun! Daycares/Preschools are welcome at storytime. Please contact the Children's Librarian at 317-275…
Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies.
Children birth to 5 yrs and a caregiver are invited for a storytime filled with rhymes, songs and activities that promote early childhood development.
Children ages 0-5 and their adults are invited to join us for stories, songs, and more every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. After storytime, stick around for crafts and playtime fr…
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun. Stay after stories are finished for literacy activities and playtime!
Learn more about Through the Ages Fitness on their website . *Please note, some TTAF Low Impact sessions advance to standing depending on location and participants. We encourage yo…
Details →These sessions are best-suited to participants who have already attended an in-person Low Impact Exercise (Chair Aerobics) class with Through the Ages Fitness . Please note, some T…
Details →Children ages 0-2 and a caregiver are invited for a story, songs, rhymes, and activities designed with our littlest patrons in mind! No registration is required.
Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation .
Come to the Discovery Room and enjoy our infant storytime: 20 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, and stories. This program is a great way to introduce your baby to early literac…
Join us to discuss books related to US History in 2026 at Shelby Senior Services, located in the same building as the YMCA. Please contact Pam Weakley at 317-398-7121 ext. 239 if y…
Details →Learn more about Through the Ages Fitness on their website . *Please note, some TTAF Low Impact sessions advance to standing depending on location and participants. We encourage yo…
Details →This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping preschoolers learn school-readiness skills, develop social skills, and…
Join other adults with different abilities as we journey through books together. We will meet weekly. The first half hour will be a Librarian reading a book from our Young Adult co…
Details →Each activity in Storytime is built around Every Child Ready to Read’s early literacy development skills and practices.
The Career Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation . No registration required! Located in the Computer Lab, th…
Details →The Marion County Public Health Nutrition Services is bringing 2 topics to the library this fall. This one ( Fiber Maxxing ), and Meal Planning Made Simple . Check out both at a br…
Details →If you are a flower-bulb-lover, I bet you're going to love these book lists! For Fresh Flower Fans Flower Gardening with a Plan Check out some of the other gardening classes at our…
Details →Join us each week and make new friends in the homeschooling community! In each session, we will have interactive projects and activities centered around exploring the world around …
The Marion County Public Health Nutrition Services is bringing 2 topics to the library this fall. This one ( Meal planning ), and Fiber Maxxing . Check out both at a branch near yo…
Details →Each month, learn and practice a new craft with other creatives in the community.
Details →Sign up for a Basic Orientation or reserve equipment. A MakerStudio Specialist will be available during your appointment to provide instruction and guidance. For your first experie…
Teens, ages 12-17, are welcome to come hang out for an evening of low-pressure gaming. Meet some new friends and join in for a round of Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, or…
Drop in for family gaming and building. Try out games or play a familiar one; build with Legos or other building blocks.
Read Manga with us and talk about it! Discuss the story, the art, and more during these biweekly meetings.
Details →Learn basic woodworking skills – how to measure, mark, and use tools safely. Start with raw materials and leave with a sense of accomplishment, pride, and a functional craft tray o…
Families and LEGO enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to attend. Work as a group or individually!
3936 W Co Rd 144, Bargersville, IN 46106
Relax and rejuvenate by munching on snacks, creating art, playing games, reading, chatting, listening to the jazz greats, like Miles Davis, crafting, and even squishing play dough …
Explore the world of waterways by tackling hands-on challenges that uncover the power and complexity of rivers. Build bridges and dams, design a boat, and test your creativity and …
This student-led book club is open to all high schoolers interested in joining a fun and upbeat environment to discuss books, color and craft, and make new friends. Even though the…
We have everything you need to start playing! Characters, dice, and all! Every session starts with a rundown of where the party is in the campaign, so new players will be caught up…
Don't miss the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Sales run the second Thursday of each month from 10am - 12:30pm and 4:30 - 6:30pm. Monthly sales are open to the public and are loc…
Looking to mend a favorite item of clothing? Working on a fun crochet/knitting/embroidery project? Just looking to self-explore a sewing machine? Come together with fellow fiber ar…
Join others to create art together. We provide the materials and instructions, while you add your personal touch to paint your masterpiece.
Details →Families and LEGO enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to attend. Work as a group or individually!
Calling all crocheters, knitters, and fiber artists! Bring your current project and join us monthly as we work on our projects, chat about our creations, and get to know other craf…
Details →Lean the basics of needle felting with a cookie cutter. Registration required.
Details →Every quarter we will make surprise plastic canvas projects leftover from previous classes. All supplies provided. Adults only. Please register.
Details →Join us to learn the basics of using a computer! This session teaches basic terminology, using a mouse and keyboard, file management, and essentials of navigating the Windows deskt…
Details →Elevate your Friday night with the warm ambiance and rich acoustics of live music at The Prewitt. From 7 to 9 PM, enjoy an intimate evening of soulful sounds performed by exception…
Details →Kick off the fall festival season at Conner Prairie with this one-of-a kind experience through the wonder of flight and breathtaking moments at sunrise and sunset.
Come be a helper and learn what chickens eat by offering them treats, learn about their care, and learn how to pet/hold the hens. This fundraising program helps cover the cost of f…
Details →Bring your toddlers to this music and movement-based program complete with singing, dancing, and music exploration of instruments. Registration is required.This program is intended…
Enjoy each other’s company at this monthly meetup! Each month we will do something different together. We'll have games, crafts, activities, guest presentations, classic movies, an…
Details →Join us for the Epic Empires Book Club, where we dive into the captivating world of ancient civilizations and the empires that shaped our history. When: Second Friday of the month …
Details →We're bringing the library to YOU! Browse books, enjoy activities, and sign up for your FREE library card (conditions apply)! Location: Juan’s Mexican Grill & Bar - 127 Federal Dr,…
Details →Parking is sold separately from concert tickets. You will need to purchase a parking pass if you plan to park at the venue. Please Note: There is a new seating layout for 2026!
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