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  • Managing Change 7/30
  • Cover the sidewalks (7/26)
  • Documentary Photography (7/26)
  • Using AI (7/30)
  • SRP
  • Kristina McMorris (7/23)
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West Branch Improvement Project: more details

Main Library
West Branch
Upcoming Events
Family Concert with Leonardo - For families with kids of all ages
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Community Room
This highly interactive family event includes sing-a-longs and dance moves to inspire... more
This highly interactive family event includes sing-a-longs and dance moves to inspire imagination, creativity, and a love of reading. No tickets are required. Bring your best air guitar moves!
Creating On Canvas: Sunflower Sky - Exclusively for kids entering grades 3–5
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 6/23, 6/24, 7/16, or 7/17 to paint a bright summer sunflower.... more
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 6/23, 6/24, 7/16, or 7/17 to paint a bright summer sunflower. For info about required registration and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
Registration is now closed
Family Concert with Leonardo - For families with kids of all ages
Thu, Jul 17, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Main Library - Community Room
This highly interactive family event includes sing-a-longs and dance moves to inspire... more
This highly interactive family event includes sing-a-longs and dance moves to inspire imagination, creativity, and a love of reading. No tickets are required. Bring your best air guitar moves!
Dapper Dogs - A photo session for well-behaved dogs
Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Event Lawn
Proud dog owners are invited to bring their pets to the Event Lawn for a portrait photo shoot... more
Proud dog owners are invited to bring their pets to the Event Lawn for a portrait photo shoot with the Digital Media Lab. Registration is required, and the event is dependent on weather.
This event is full
Tabletop Gaming: Starfinder Fridays - Learn and play Starfinder for grades 9–12
Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
If you like Dungeons and Dragons but want to play a sci-fi version, come give Starfinder a try... more
If you like Dungeons and Dragons but want to play a sci-fi version, come give Starfinder a try (based on Pathfinder, the second most popular TTRPG system). For grades 9–12. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Behind the Book with Kate Quinn
Fri, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
New York Times bestselling novelist Kate Quinn visits the Carmel Clay Public Library for the... more
New York Times bestselling novelist Kate Quinn visits the Carmel Clay Public Library for the first time. Registration is required for this free author event.
This event is full
Adobe Illustrator Crash Course - Learn about vector graphics
Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Take your first steps into learning Adobe Illustrator with help from a Digital Media Specialist.
This event is full
Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12
Sat, Jul 19, 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.
Family Dance Party - For families with kids ages 0–5
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Community Room B
(Ages 0–5) We've loaded a playlist full of family favorites—shake your sillies out while... more
(Ages 0–5) We've loaded a playlist full of family favorites—shake your sillies out while singing and dancing along! Siblings are welcome. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
Genealogy Drop-In
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with... more
A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.
Editing Photos from the Dapper Dogs Photoshoot - Drop-in demonstration
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Digital Media Lab staff will be editing photos from the July 18 Dapper Dogs photo shoot. Patrons... more
Digital Media Lab staff will be editing photos from the July 18 Dapper Dogs photo shoot. Patrons have a chance to watch staff work and ask questions along the way.
Books After Lunch - Book discussion group for adults
Mon, Jul 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.
Editing Photos from the Dapper Dogs Photoshoot - Drop-in demonstration
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Digital Media Lab staff will be editing photos from the July 18 Dapper Dogs photo shoot. Patrons... more
Digital Media Lab staff will be editing photos from the July 18 Dapper Dogs photo shoot. Patrons have a chance to watch staff work and ask questions along the way.
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color - For kids entering grades 1–5 on their own
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Community Room
(Grades 1–5) Come celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! Read the full... more
(Grades 1–5) Come celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! Read the full description for program details. No tickets are required. No younger siblings may attend this event.
Read-In at CCPL with Word on the Shelf - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens
Tue, Jul 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all... more
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
Page Turners - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Jul 23, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.
Hatchlings - Creative writing series for middle schoolers
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
A creative writing workshop series for middle schoolers and incoming middle schoolers led by... more
A creative writing workshop series for middle schoolers and incoming middle schoolers led by local author Lillianna Joy Kempson. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Behind the Book with Kristina McMorris
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Bestselling author Kristina McMorris shares her new book "The Girls of Good Fortune."... more
Bestselling author Kristina McMorris shares her new book "The Girls of Good Fortune." Registration is required for this free author event.
Nature Photo Walk - at Central Park
Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Park
Bring a camera and join us for an evening photo walk at Central Park led by a Digital Media Lab... more
Bring a camera and join us for an evening photo walk at Central Park led by a Digital Media Lab specialist in Wildlife Photography. Registration required.
Summer Babies - For kids ages 0–18 months and their caregivers
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–18 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more
(Ages 0–18 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.
Summer Babies - For kids ages 0–18 months and their caregivers
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:20am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–18 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more
(Ages 0–18 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.
Editing Photos in Adobe Lightroom - Demonstration for adults and teens
Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Watch and learn about how a wildlife photographer makes his photos stand out in the Digital... more
Watch and learn about how a wildlife photographer makes his photos stand out in the Digital Media Lab! Registration is not required.
Overbooked Summer Sessions - Student-led book club for high school students
Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to... more
Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and make new friends. Registration is not required.
Drop-In Craft - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–5) Drop in anytime between 10:00–11:30am and have fun creating with colorful paper,... more
(Ages 2–5) Drop in anytime between 10:00–11:30am and have fun creating with colorful paper, crayons, and glue! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
Tabletop Gaming: Starfinder Fridays - Learn and play Starfinder for grades 9–12
Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
If you like Dungeons and Dragons but want to play a sci-fi version, come give Starfinder a try... more
If you like Dungeons and Dragons but want to play a sci-fi version, come give Starfinder a try (based on Pathfinder, the second most popular TTRPG system). For grades 9–12. Registration required.
This event is full
3D Print Repair Cafe - Drop in with a specialist to 3D model a replacement part
Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Need to replace or duplicate a part for a physical object but can't find a 3D model online? Stop... more
Need to replace or duplicate a part for a physical object but can't find a 3D model online? Stop by and get 3D modeling help from a Digital Media Lab specialist.
Cover the Sidewalks - Chalk art festival for ages 16+
Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Event Lawn
Create a chalk drawing on the Main Library sidewalk that depicts a favorite book cover. This... more
Create a chalk drawing on the Main Library sidewalk that depicts a favorite book cover. This event is for 16+. Registration is required.
Documentary Photography Is for Everyone with Zach Dobson
Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Local photographer Zach Dobson shares the importance of documenting our lives and telling the... more
Local photographer Zach Dobson shares the importance of documenting our lives and telling the stories of our communities through photography. Registration is required.
Multilingual Reading, Music, and Fun - Chinese and Russian for kids in grade K–2 on their own
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring two bilingual books, learn key vocabulary words, listen to songs... more
Enjoy a storytime featuring two bilingual books, learn key vocabulary words, listen to songs representing those languages, and play games. Registration required.
Schulanfang: Germany’s Sweet School Tradition - Celebrating Seiffen, Carmel's German Sister City
Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Discover how German families send their children into the world of learning. This program is... more
Discover how German families send their children into the world of learning. This program is designed for adults. Registration is required.
Cancelled
ENL Conversation Group - An English language practice group for adults
Sun, Jul 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
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.
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