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Behind the Book with Liza Monroy
2025-03-30 14:00:00 2025-03-30 16:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Behind the Book with Liza Monroy Main Library - Community Room

Sunday, March 30
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-30 14:00:00 2025-03-30 16:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Behind the Book with Liza Monroy Bestselling author Liza Monroy shares her new book "The Distractions." Registration is required for this free author event. Main Library - Community Room

Main Library

Community Room

Bestselling author Liza Monroy shares her new book "The Distractions." Registration is required for this free author event.

Author Liza Monroy joins us to discuss her recent release The Distractions, a tale of how technology enables obsession, envy, and unrelenting comparison, told through an eccentric cast of interconnected characters. The Distractions invites us to reflect on who we are watching and why.

After getting her start in the storied William Morris Agency mailroom, Liza left the business side of creativity to pursue her calling as a writer. Her books include the novels The Distractions and Mexican High, the memoir The Marriage Act: The Risk I Took To Keep My Best Friend In America And What It Taught Us About Love, and Seeing As Your Shoes Are Soon To Be On Fire, a collection of personal essays.

Book sales and signing will follow the presentation. Registration is required for this event.

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Main Library
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Main Library - Discovery Room
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Main Library - Discovery Room
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Main Library - Meeting Room C
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Main Library - Meeting Room A
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Main Library - Discovery Room A
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Main Library - Discovery Room A
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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.
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Main Library - Community Room
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Read-In at CCPL with Word on the Shelf - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens
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Main Library - Discovery Room A
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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.
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Main Library - Meeting Room C
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This event is full
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Mar 13, 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.
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Main Library - Teens Program Room
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Main Library - Meeting Room A
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This event is full
Growing Up Baroque: Run, Little Chaski! - For families with kids of all ages
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Main Library - Community Room
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Green Guardians Drawing Contest - For students in grades 5–8
Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
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Main Library - Discovery Room A,Discovery Room B,Kids Study Room 1A,Kids Study Room 1B
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Carmel Clay Schools All-District Art Show - February 17–March 17
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Main Library
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Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Mon, Mar 17, 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
Mon, Mar 17, 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
Mon, Mar 17, 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
Mon, Mar 17, 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.
Genealogy Drop-In
Mon, Mar 17, 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 this popular hobby.
Books After Lunch - Book discussion group for adults
Mon, Mar 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.
D&D Mini One Shots for High School Students - Mini one-shot adventures for students in grades 9–12
Mon, Mar 17, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Community Room A
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Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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.
Let's Play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! - For kids ages 7–11 on their own
Wed, Mar 19, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7–11) Race against fellow Mario fans on our Nintendo Switch! No experience is necessary. For info about required registration and other details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
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Wed, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
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Main Library - Community Room
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Main Library - Meeting Room B
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Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
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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, Mar 20, 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.
Learn to Play American Mahjong
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Join us for this three-part series on how to play American Mahjong. Sessions will be held on March 6, 13, and 20. Registration is required.
This event is full
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Mar 20, 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.
March Movie Matinee: Here (2024) - A film screening for adults
Thu, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room A
Join us for a screening of Here. Rated PG-13. Registration is required.
Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Mar 20, 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 and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.
Sci-Night Spectacular - For kids ages 7 and up
Thu, Mar 20, 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 the Carmel High School Science National Honor Society.
What's Your Story? - A four-part Guided Autobiography writing workshop for adults
Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
This 4-part series includes writing prompts for participants to complete outside of class, then share in small groups in class. Explore your creativity by writing life stories. Registration required.
This event is full
Bedtime Stories - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Thu, Mar 20, 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 your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
Drop-In Craft - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–5) Drop in anytime between 10:00–11:30am and have fun making a craft! Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program. For details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
A Dr. Seuss Celebration - For kids ages 2–6 and their caregivers
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–6) Celebrate Dr. Seuss with us on 3/22 or 3/24! Drop in for stories, activities, and a craft. No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
Women in Leadership - A performance and panel discussion
Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Presented by the CCPL Foundation and Carmel Symphony Orchestra. Registration is required.
Origami Workshop - For ages 5 and up
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Learn about Japanese culture at this origami workshop. Presented in partnership with the Carmel High School Japanese Culture Club. Registration is required.
This event is full
Sunday Vibes - The Twangtown Paramours
Sun, Mar 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Nashville-based The Twangtown Paramours perform songs from their award-winning catalogue of Americana, folk, and blues anthems. Registration is required.
ENL Conversation Group - An English language practice group for adults
Sun, Mar 23, 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 the month. Registration is not required.
A Dr. Seuss Celebration - For kids ages 2–6 and their caregivers
Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–6) Celebrate Dr. Seuss with us on 3/22 or 3/24! Drop in for stories, activities, and a craft. No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
Play-Doh Maker Station: Dogs - For kids ages 4–6 on their own
Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about dogs and use Play-Doh to make a dog to take home! No younger/older siblings may attend. For info about required tickets and other details, read the full description.
Genealogy Drop-In
Mon, Mar 24, 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 this popular hobby.
Nintendo Switch Game Night - A casual, drop-in game night for teens in Grades 6-12
Mon, Mar 24, 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 experience is necessary.
Family Dance Party - For families with kids ages 0–5
Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Community Room B
(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.
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Tue, Mar 25, 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 journals. No registration is required.
Knights of the Square Table Chess Club - For kids in grades K–3 only and their caregivers
Tue, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
(Grades K–3) Beginners and those honing their skills can challenge peers in this special chess club just for them. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 18 2025 at 9:00am
Page Turners - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Mar 26, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.
Drop-In Play Date - For kids ages 0–3 and their caregivers
Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 0–3) Drop in between 10:00–11:30am for a fun, informal play date! Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program. For complete details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
Behind the Book with Marianne Richmond
Wed, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Main Library - Community Room A
Marianne Richmond discusses her book "If You Were My Daughter." Registration is required for this free author event.
Read-In at CCPL with Word on the Shelf - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens
Wed, Mar 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.
Yoga for Everybody - A class for adults
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room A
Join us for a fun, feel-good yoga class for adults on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Perfect for beginners or daily practitioners. Presented with Indy Community Yoga. Registration required.
Inklings - Student-led creative writing club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
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.
What's Your Story? - A four-part Guided Autobiography writing workshop for adults
Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
This 4-part series includes writing prompts for participants to complete outside of class, then share in small groups in class. Explore your creativity by writing life stories. Registration required.
This event is full
Teen Homeschool Art Club - For homeschool teens ages 13–18
Fri, Mar 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
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.
This event is full
Science Quiz Competition - For students in grades 4–5
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
If you are a student in grades 4–5 with a passion for science, join us for this science competition! Registration is required.
Puzzle Exchange - Available March 30–April 13
Sun, Mar 30, All day
Main Library
Come exchange your puzzles in a grab-and-go puzzle swap.
Behind the Book with Liza Monroy
Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Bestselling author Liza Monroy shares her new book "The Distractions." Registration is required for this free author event.
Zine Cuisine - Teen submissions accepted January 1–March 31
Mon, Mar 31, All day
Online
Open to all teens in grades 6–12.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Mon, Mar 31, 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
Mon, Mar 31, 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
Mon, Mar 31, 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
Mon, Mar 31, 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.
Genealogy Drop-In
Mon, Mar 31, 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 this popular hobby.
Puzzle Exchange - Available March 30–April 13
Tue, Apr 01, All day
Main Library
Come exchange your puzzles in a grab-and-go puzzle swap.
Celebrating Light Around the World - A special exhibit from January 15–April 15
Tue, Apr 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library
(All Ages) Stop by the Main Library Kids Area to see lanterns, lamps, and candles from countries around the world. Read the full description for details about these special cultural items.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 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.
Critical Mass - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Evening book group that reads thought-provoking literature, classics, and award winners.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 03, 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.
Friends & Donors Night at the Spring Book Sale - Special early shopping night for Friends & donors
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
A special preview night for members of the CCPL Foundation Friends and donors. Just $10 for a bag of used books, movies, etc. Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Apr 03, 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 and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.
What's Your Story? - A four-part Guided Autobiography writing workshop for adults
Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
This 4-part series includes writing prompts for participants to complete outside of class, then share in small groups in class. Explore your creativity by writing life stories. Registration required.
This event is full
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