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Snow White with Central Indiana Dance Ensemble

A ballet storytime for kids ages 3–5 and their caregivers
2024-05-14 10:00:00 2024-05-14 10:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Snow White with Central Indiana Dance Ensemble Main Library - Community Room

Tuesday, May 14
10:00am - 10:30am

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(Ages 3–5) Come and listen to the wonderful story of Snow White as told by the beautiful dancers of Central Indiana Dance Ensemble. Then meet the performers! No tickets or registration are required.

A supremely wicked queen, a band of benevolent dwarves, and one enchanted (and enticing!) apple—this program has them all! Journey with us as the dancers of Central Indiana Dance Ensemble retell the captivating tale of Snow White. Following the performance, have your picture taken with your favorite character.

AGE GROUP: | Kids Ages 0-5 |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Concert/Performance |

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Mon, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.
Creating On Canvas: A Remarkably Bright Octopus - For kids in grades 3–5
Mon, Oct 19, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on 9/28 or 10/19 to paint an octopus with arms swaying in the ocean deep. Read the full description for info about registration and picking up artists who finish early.
Registration opens Monday, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Hoosier Ghost Stories and Haunted Places
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Learn about storied haunted places around Indiana, such as Avon Bridge and Hanna House. Registration is required.
Byte Club - Video game discussion group for teens and adults
Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
This month's topic: Spooky Games. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, September 28 2026 at 6:30pm
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(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, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(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, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(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, Oct 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(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, Oct 21, 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 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, Oct 21, 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 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, Oct 21, 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 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, Oct 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session.
The Crafting Hour - A monthly crafting group for adults
Wed, Oct 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session.
Read-In at CCPL with Word on the Shelf - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens
Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
Read Between the Wines - A book discussion group for adults
Wed, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Upland Clay Terrace
Social group that focuses on casual discussion in a restaurant setting. Registration is required.
This event is full
Guilded Leaf Book & Author Evening - A Guilded Leaf Book & Author Event
Wed, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ritz Charles - Garden Pavilion
The Guilded Leaf brings bestselling authors to the Carmel community as part of the CCPL Foundation Guild's signature fundraising events.Register
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Oct 22, 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 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, Oct 22, 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 required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Guilded Leaf Book & Author Luncheon - A Guilded Leaf Book & Author Event
Thu, Oct 22, 11:15am - 1:15pm
Ritz Charles
The Guilded Leaf brings bestselling authors to the Carmel community as part of the CCPL Foundation Guild's signature fundraising events.Register
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Oct 22, 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 required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
3D Print Repair Cafe - Drop in with a specialist to 3D model a replacement part
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
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.
Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Oct 22, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.
Rescheduled
Pokemania - Drop-in session for teens in grades 6–12
Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New date Friday, October 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Drop in to hang out and enjoy Pokemon. Bring your cards, decks, and games (including online games) to battle, trade, and nerd out.
PAWS Support Dog Visit - Drop-in decompression for teens in grades 6–12
Fri, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Main Library
Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered support dog. Presented in partnership with Kindling Minds.
Inklings - Student-led storytelling club for teens in grades 9–12
Fri, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Inklings is a student-led storytelling club for high school students. From brainstorming ideas to giving and receiving feedback, you‘ll find something to inspire you. All story formats are welcome!
Just Keep Reading - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
A quiet afternoon challenge on the weekend! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
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