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Speak Your Mind

Public-speaking skills workshop for teens in grades 6–12
2026-10-03 14:00:00 2026-10-03 15:45:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Speak Your Mind Main Library - Teens Program Room

Saturday, October 03
2:00pm - 3:45pm

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Teens Program Room

Practice giving a speech in a low-stakes and judgement-free environment. Registration is required.

A fun opportunity to test your on-the-spot speaking skills! You'll get to choose a prompt and have a few minutes to write whatever you think or believe about the topic. Then you'll have time to present your speech. A great way to build confidence in your speech skills with zero pressure. There will be prizes and snacks. Registration is required.

This workshop is led by Oviya Annangudi, a freshman at Carmel High School, as part of the library's student-led programming initiative.

If the attendee needs special accommodations for this program to be successful, please let us know by calling the Teen Services Department at 317.814.3983 or by emailingyoungadult@carmelclaylibrary.org.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Hobbies/Recreation | Concert/Performance | Career/College |

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Acclaimed singer/songwriter Dana Cooper performs Folk and Americana music. Registration is encouraged.
Harvest Fest - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Community Room B
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about a hayride through the farm and enjoy activity stations and a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
Genealogy Drop-In
Mon, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.
Creating On Canvas: A Remarkably Bright Octopus - For kids in grades 3–5
Mon, Sep 28, 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, September 21 2026 at 9:00am
Nintendo Switch Game Night - A casual, drop-in game night for teens in grades 6–12
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
ENL Conversation Group - An English language practice group for adults
Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group mostly meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
The Woman of Limberlost - Gene Stratton-Porter
Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Main Library - Community Room A
Join us in learning about Gene Stratton-Porter, a beloved Indiana writer and naturalist. Registration is required.
This event is full
Behind the Book with Susan Beckham Zurenda
Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Bestselling author Susan Beckham Zurenda shares her new book "No Way Out but Through." Registration is required for this free author event.
PAWS Support Dog Visit - Drop-in decompression for teens in grades 6–12
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
Digital Collage Workshop - Class for teens and adults
Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Learn a fun, simple, and creative way to document your memories in the Procreate app on iPads provided in the Digital Media Lab. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 22 2026 at 5:00pm
Bedtime Stories - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
StoryWalk® at West Park: Bee-bim Bop! - Available September 23–October 19
Thu, Oct 01, All day
West Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our bilingual StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.
Tech Talk: Find Your Next Read Using NoveList Plus - An information session for older adults
Thu, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Always looking for something new to read? Join us to learn how to use NoveList Plus, an online database that will help you find your next favorite book. Registration is required.
Early Shopping Night at the Book Sale - For Friends members and donors
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
Book Sale - Shop for gently used books and more
Fri, Oct 02, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
Discover great bargains on used books (and more) during these special sale dates. Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
Book Sale - Shop for gently used books and more
Sat, Oct 03, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Discover great bargains on used books (and more) during these special sale dates. Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
Family Storytime - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) 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.
Speak Your Mind - Public-speaking skills workshop for teens in grades 6–12
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Practice giving a speech in a low-stakes and judgement-free environment. Registration is required.
Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12
Sat, Oct 03, 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 info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
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