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Upcoming Events

Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

Thu, Nov 21, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

The Nutcracker: 4 Magical Performances by 4 Ballet Groups

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Community Room

Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the... more

Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the beautiful dancers of area ballet groups. Read the full description for dates, times, and details.

Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Inklings - Student-led creative writing club for teens in grades 9–12

Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Inklings is a student-led creative writing club for high school students. From brainstorming... more

Inklings is a student-led creative writing club for high school students. From brainstorming ideas to giving and receiving feedback, you‘ll find something to inspire you.

Sci-Night Spectacular - For kids ages 7 and up

Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room

Join us for Sci-Night Spectacular, a drop-in, hands-on science adventure led by students from... more

Join us for Sci-Night Spectacular, a drop-in, hands-on science adventure led by students from the Carmel High School Science National Honor Society.

Learn How to Use a Cricut Machine - Demonstration for adults and teens

Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room C

Staff from the Digital Media Lab will demonstrate how to navigate Cricut Access and operate a... more

Staff from the Digital Media Lab will demonstrate how to navigate Cricut Access and operate a Cricut machine. Registration is required.

Bedtime Stories - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers

Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs—and don’t forget to wear your jammies... more

(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs—and don’t forget to wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets are required.

Season of Change - Photo contest for youth and adults

Fri, Nov 22, All day

Main Library

Celebrate fall with the Digital Media Lab's Season of Change: Fall in Carmel photography... more

Celebrate fall with the Digital Media Lab's Season of Change: Fall in Carmel photography contest. Entry deadline is November 22, 2024.

The Nutcracker: 4 Magical Performances by 4 Ballet Groups

Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Community Room

Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the... more

Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the beautiful dancers of area ballet groups. Read the full description for dates, times, and details.

Cancelled

Teen Homeschool Art Club - For homeschool teens ages 13–18

Fri, Nov 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

In this free club run by former Artist in Residence Ella Wilson, teens will talk about art,... more

In this free club run by former Artist in Residence Ella Wilson, teens will talk about art, create things, and go on random, fun tangents. All creatives are welcome, regardless of experience.

Play-Doh Maker Station: Pasta - For kids ages 4+ on their own

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4+) Come for stories about pasta and use Play-Doh to make pretend pasta to take home with... more

(Ages 4+) Come for stories about pasta and use Play-Doh to make pretend pasta to take home with you. Read the full description for info about required tickets. No younger siblings may attend.

ENL Conversation Group - An English language practice group for adults

Sun, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of... more

Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Registration is not required.

Play-Doh Maker Station: Pasta - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about pasta and use Play-Doh to make pretend pasta to take home... more

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about pasta and use Play-Doh to make pretend pasta to take home with you. Read the full description for info about required tickets. No younger/older siblings may attend.

Drop-In Play Date - For kids ages 0–3 and their caregivers

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 0–3) Come for a fun, informal play date with your babies, toddlers, and friends! Pick... more

(Ages 0–3) Come for a fun, informal play date with your babies, toddlers, and friends! Pick your favorite activities—you'll have plenty to choose from. Drop in anytime between 10:00am and 11:30am.

Play-Doh Maker Station: Pasta - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about pasta and use Play-Doh to make pretend pasta to take home... more

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about pasta and use Play-Doh to make pretend pasta to take home with you. Read the full description for info about required tickets. No younger/older siblings may attend.

Genealogy Drop-In - A weekly gathering of genealogists and family historians

Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room C

Are you interested in genealogy? Need help getting started or want to bounce ideas off others?... more

Are you interested in genealogy? Need help getting started or want to bounce ideas off others? Stop by our weekly genealogy drop-in sessions. Bring your own tablet or laptop. No registration required.

Nintendo Switch Game Night - A casual, drop-in game night for teens in grades 6–12

Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Teens in grades 6–12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No... more

Teens in grades 6–12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No experience is necessary.

Family Dance Party - For families with kids ages 0–5

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Community Room

(Ages 0–5) Join us for a half hour of dancing fun! We've loaded a playlist full of children's... more

(Ages 0–5) Join us for a half hour of dancing fun! We've loaded a playlist full of children's and family favorites—shake your sillies out while singing and dancing along! Siblings are welcome.

Blood Drive at the Main Library - with the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana

Tue, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Give blood at the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana's bloodmobile in the Main Library's west... more

Give blood at the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana's bloodmobile in the Main Library's west parking lot. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

Register

Next Chapter Book Club - A book discussion group for adults with disabilities

Tue, Nov 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room A

Next Chapter Book Club is the library's book group for adults with intellectual and... more

Next Chapter Book Club is the library's book group for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Registration is required. (Please read full description for important details.)

Pen & Dot - A bullet journal club for teens and adults

Tue, Nov 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room B

Adults and teens (grades 6+) can drop in to share ideas, get inspired, and work on their bullet... more

Adults and teens (grades 6+) can drop in to share ideas, get inspired, and work on their bullet journals. No registration is required.

Cancelled

Heart and Sole - CCPL Walking Club

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

River Heritage Park - White Tail Loop

If you're seeking some new sole mates (get it?) or are just looking to stretch your legs alone,... more

If you're seeking some new sole mates (get it?) or are just looking to stretch your legs alone, join Heart and Sole, the library's walking club. No registration required.

Lily Wulf: Teen Artist-in-Residence - A solo exhibition through the month of November

Fri, Nov 29, All day

Main Library

Artwork exhibited on the Teen Art Wall at the Main Library.

Puzzle and Board Game Exchange - Available November 17–December 1

Sun, Dec 01, All day

Main Library

Bring in your gently used puzzles and games and trade them in for new challenges.

Celebrating Seiffen, Carmel's German Sister City - A special exhibit from November 7–January 14

Sun, Dec 01, All day

Main Library

(All Ages) Stop by the Main Library Kids Area to see items celebrating German culture. This... more

(All Ages) Stop by the Main Library Kids Area to see items celebrating German culture. This special exhibit is presented in partnership with the Carmel-Seiffen Sister City Committee.

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