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Upcoming Events

John Cribb - Virtual Author Visit via Facebook Live

Thu, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Online

Author John Cribb joins us for a virtual author conversation via Facebook Live.

Paws to Read - Read to a Paws & Think therapy dog online from home!

Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:45am

Online

Online reading program for kids ages 5-12. Registration is required for 15-minute time slots.

Arlo's Amazing Adventure! - Recorded YouTube Series

Mon, Sep 28, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

This recorded YouTube series featuring our library gecko Arlo is for families with children of... more

This recorded YouTube series featuring our library gecko Arlo is for families with children of all ages. Enjoy this week's video via our Arlo playlist at youtube.com/user/CarmelClayLibrary.

Toddler Storytime with Miss Hannah - Going to the Zoo

Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 2-3. Enjoy... more

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 2-3. Enjoy this week's video via our playlist on YouTube.

Virtual Candidate Forum - 5th Congressional District

Tue, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Online

Presented in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Hamilton County.

CCPL's Fair Food Book Tasting Ends

Wed, Sep 30, All day

Online

Find out if your favorite fair food can help you pick your next book!

Preschool Storytime with Miss Hannah - Going to the Zoo

Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 4-6. Enjoy... more

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 4-6. Enjoy this week's video via our playlist on YouTube.

Tie-Dyed Mask Kits Begin

Thu, Oct 01, All day

Online

Wearing is caring! This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

Raiders of the ARCs Begins

Thu, Oct 01, All day

Online

Read and review Young Adult books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested... more

Read and review Young Adult books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 7-12.

Blackout Poetry Zine - Submissions accepted Oct 1-Dec 31

Thu, Oct 01, All day

Online

Open to all teens in grades 6–12.

Crafty Book Recommendations Begins - Submissions accepted Oct 1–Dec 30

Thu, Oct 01, All day

Online

Create and share photos of a craft or art piece that represents a book you've enjoyed. This... more

Create and share photos of a craft or art piece that represents a book you've enjoyed. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

Bonding Over Books - Online Family Book Club - weekly activities begin Oct 5

Mon, Oct 05, All day

Online

An online book club for kids ages 9-12 and their caregivers. Registration is required.

Arlo's Amazing Adventure! - Recorded YouTube Series

Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

This recorded YouTube series featuring our library gecko Arlo is for families with children of... more

This recorded YouTube series featuring our library gecko Arlo is for families with children of all ages. Enjoy this week's video via our Arlo playlist at youtube.com/user/CarmelClayLibrary.

Teen Library Council Meeting

Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Library Council Meeting

Mon, Oct 05, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Toddler Storytime with Miss Hannah - Families

Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 2-3. Enjoy... more

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 2-3. Enjoy this week's video via our playlist on YouTube.

Tutor.com Info Session

Tue, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online

Teens in grades 6–12 can earn volunteer hours as they learn about the library's free online... more

Teens in grades 6–12 can earn volunteer hours as they learn about the library's free online tutoring service Tutor.com at this library-sponsored focus group. Registration is required.

Teen Library Council Meeting

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Library Council Meeting

Tue, Oct 06, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Preschool Storytime with Miss Hannah - Families

Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 4-6. Enjoy... more

Originally recorded and shared with area preschools, this video is for children ages 4-6. Enjoy this week's video via our playlist on YouTube.

Teen Library Council Meeting

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Library Council Meeting

Wed, Oct 07, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Library Council Meeting

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Library Council Meeting

Thu, Oct 08, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Library Council Meeting

Fri, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online

Monthly meeting for Teen Library Council members. Registration is required to reserve your spot.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2020 at 9:00am

Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest - Submissions accepted online October 10-24.

Sat, Oct 10, All day

Online

Decorate and share photos of a pumpkin to represent a favorite character or book. This online... more

Decorate and share photos of a pumpkin to represent a favorite character or book. This online contest is open to all ages.

College Application Tips and Tricks

Sun, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online

Registration is required and opens Monday, September 21. Open to students in grade 12. Sponsored... more

Registration is required and opens Monday, September 21. Open to students in grade 12. Sponsored by the CHS College Preparation Club.

Arlo's Amazing Adventure! - Recorded YouTube Series

Mon, Oct 12, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Online

This recorded YouTube series featuring our library gecko Arlo is for families with children of... more

This recorded YouTube series featuring our library gecko Arlo is for families with children of all ages. Enjoy this week's video via our Arlo playlist at youtube.com/user/CarmelClayLibrary.

From Seneca Falls to Seymour and South Bend - Mapping Indiana’s Suffrage History

Tue, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online

Presented in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Hamilton County. Registration is... more

Presented in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Hamilton County. Registration is required for this virtual event.

Vote Now! 2020 Teens' Top Ten

Wed, Oct 14, 9:00am - 10:00am

Online

All readers age 12 to 18 may vote for their 3 favorite titles from this year's 25 Teens' Top Ten... more

All readers age 12 to 18 may vote for their 3 favorite titles from this year's 25 Teens' Top Ten nominees.

Beer Tasting - with Books and Brews Carmel

Wed, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online

Join Alex Stanley, owner of Books & Brews Carmel, for a fun and informational exploration of... more

Join Alex Stanley, owner of Books & Brews Carmel, for a fun and informational exploration of beer. Registration is required for this virtual event.

Literary Costume Contest for Teens - Entry Deadline

Thu, Oct 22, All day

Online

Create a costume based on a character from your favorite book, and you can enter to win a prize... more

Create a costume based on a character from your favorite book, and you can enter to win a prize in one of five different costume categories! The contest is open to teens in grades 6-12.

Guilded Leaf Book & Author Breakfast

Thu, Oct 22, 8:30am - 10:30am

Off-Site

An elegant breakfast featuring six authors. Presented by the Carmel Clay Public Library... more

An elegant breakfast featuring six authors. Presented by the Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation Guild.

Register

Guilded Leaf Book & Author Luncheon

Thu, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Off-Site

An elegant luncheon featuring six authors. Presented by the Carmel Clay Public Library... more

An elegant luncheon featuring six authors. Presented by the Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation Guild.

Register

Lights Out, Everybody - Mystery and Horror During the Golden Age of Radio

Mon, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online

Presented by radio historian and host Steve Darnall. Registration is required for this virtual... more

Presented by radio historian and host Steve Darnall. Registration is required for this virtual event.

Current Events Book Club

Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Online

This virtual book discussion is for teens in grades 6-8. Registration is required.

Registration opens Monday, October 5 2020 at 9:00am

Raiders of the ARCs Continues

Sat, Oct 31, All day

Online

Read and review Young Adult books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested... more

Read and review Young Adult books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 7-12.

Tie-Dyed Mask Kits Continue

Sat, Oct 31, All day

Online

Wearing is caring! This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

Blackout Poetry Zine - Submissions accepted Oct 1-Dec 31

Sat, Oct 31, All day

Online

Open to all teens in grades 6–12.

Crafty Book Recommendations Continues - Submissions accepted Oct 1–Dec 30

Sun, Nov 01, All day

Online

Create and share photos of a craft or art piece that represents a book you've enjoyed. This... more

Create and share photos of a craft or art piece that represents a book you've enjoyed. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

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