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Gav Brown: Teen Artist in Residence - A solo exhibition through the month of January

Wed, Jan 15, All day

Main Library

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

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 15, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Stroller Strides - A fitness class for parents

Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Community Room

Enjoy a total-body workout with strength, cardio, and core training while engaging with your... more

Enjoy a total-body workout with strength, cardio, and core training while engaging with your baby in their stroller. Registration is required.

Registration is now closed

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

The Crafting Hour - A monthly crafting group for adults

Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room C

Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting... more

Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session. This month's craft is oyster shell trinket dishes. Registration is required.

Registration is now closed

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

The Crafting Hour - A monthly crafting group for adults

Wed, Jan 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Main Library

Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting... more

Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session. This month's craft is oyster shell trinket dishes. Registration is required.

Registration is now closed

Pokemon Trading Hour - For kids ages 6–11 on their own

Wed, Jan 15, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Community Room A

(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokemon fans, and trade cards! For important info about active... more

(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokemon fans, and trade cards! For important info about active card trading and other program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 16, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 16, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

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

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. Feel free to wear your jammies and bring... more

(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. Feel free to wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.

Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12

Sat, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room A,Discovery Room B,Kids Study Room 1A,Kids Study Room 1B

(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! For important... more

(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Sunday Vibes - Classical Pianist Liliia Levina de Hernandez

Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

Come to the first Sunday Vibes concert of 2025 and enjoy an hour of piano music performed by... more

Come to the first Sunday Vibes concert of 2025 and enjoy an hour of piano music performed by Liliia Levina de Hernandez and guests. Registration recommended.

Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Book Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For... more

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Page Turners - Book discussion group for adults

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Meeting Room A

Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 23, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

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

Thu, Jan 23, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Movie Matinee: It Ends with Us - A free movie screening for adults

Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Community Room A

Join us for a screening of It Ends with Us (2024). Rated PG-13. Registration is required.

Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color... more

This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.

Sci-Night Spectacular - For kids ages 7 and up

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Main Library

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.

Hearts Across Generations - Take-and-make kits for kids

Sat, Jan 25, All day

Joyce Winner West Branch

Children are invited to pick up a take-and-make kit at the West Branch to create Valentine's Day... more

Children are invited to pick up a take-and-make kit at the West Branch to create Valentine's Day cards for local seniors. Available while supplies last.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition: Morning Edition - A team puzzle tournament for adults and teens

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

The jigsaw competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a... more

The jigsaw competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a 500-piece puzzle. First to finish wins! Registration is required.

This event is full

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

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4+) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make pretend snow to take home! No... more

(Ages 4+) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make pretend snow to take home! No younger siblings may attend. For info about required tickets and other details, read the full description.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition: Afternoon Edition - A team puzzle tournament for adults and teens

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

The jigsaw puzzle competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a... more

The jigsaw puzzle competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a 500-piece puzzle. First to finish wins! Registration is required.

This event is full

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