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Thrill Seekers

A conversation with five thriller writers
2026-11-08 14:00:00 2026-11-08 15:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Thrill Seekers Main Library - Community Room

Sunday, November 08
2:00pm - 3:30pm

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A free author event featuring mystery and thriller authors Jenna Blum, Bruce Borgos, James Byrne, Claire Isenthal, and Elisa Hart Kipness. Registration is required.

Don't miss this opportunity to meet five fantastic authors of mysteries and thrillers.

Jenna Blum joins us to promote her book Murder Your Darlings -  A phycological thriller about a struggling novelist who sparks an intense romance with a charismatic bestseller on a remote Maine island, only to find herself trapped in a deadly web of obsession, stalkers, and murdered writers. 

Bruce Borgos - Borgos's new release The Riddle Maker (his fourth in the Porter Beck series) follows Sheriff Porter Beck as he tracks a shape-shifting serial killer who leaves cryptic clues after a body is discovered near Nevada's Area 51.

James Byrne - Storm Warning follows ex-mercenary Dez Limerick as he is sent by the FBI to investigate a high-tech particle physics research facility in Newfoundland that has gone into total lockdown during a severe winter storm.

Claire Isenthal -  Isenthal’s high-stakes thriller duo, consisting of The Rising Order and The New Order, follows protagonist Flynn Zarytsky as she navigates a dystopian Chicago under siege by a radical, homegrown terrorist organization named REDS.

Elise Hart Kipness - The Price of Silence is a fast-paced thriller following sports reporter Madison Kramer as she becomes entangled in a dangerous web of corporate greed, professional athletics, and a deadly cover-up that threatens her career and her life.

Moderated by Jeff Circle, a podcast host, writer, and former U.S. Army intelligence analyst and counterintelligence specialist.

Following the conversation, books will be available for purchase and signing. Registration is required for this free author event. Presented by the Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation.

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(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
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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
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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.
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.
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Main Library - Meeting Room C
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Main Library - Meeting Room C
Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session.
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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.
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Thu, Oct 22, 11:15am - 1:15pm
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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 - Community Room B
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Main Library - Meeting Room B
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Main Library - Community Room B
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Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Join us for a few short, action-packed films based on popular children's Halloween stories. No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
Halloween Family Films - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Join us for a few short, action-packed films based on popular children's Halloween stories. No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
School-Age Halloween Bash - For kids ages 7–11
Tue, Oct 27, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7-11) Come for Halloween art projects, games, and activities. Read the full description for program details and important registration info or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 9:00am
Spooky Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own
Tue, Oct 27, 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for Halloween stories, activities, and crafts! For details and info about required tickets, read the full description or call 317.814.3992. No younger or older siblings may attend.
School-Age Halloween Bash - For kids ages 7–11
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7-11) Come for Halloween art projects, games, and activities. Read the full description for program details and important registration info or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 9:00am
Spooky Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for Halloween stories, activities, and crafts! For details and info about required tickets, read the full description or call 317.814.3992. No younger or older siblings may attend.
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Wed, Oct 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
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Main Library - Community Room B
Bestselling author Richard Paul Evans shares his new book "Mercy's Child." Registration is required for this free author event.
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Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro to edit your own videos! Registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 2:00pm
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Wed, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Learn to add your own animated effects to video with a Digital Media Specialist. Registration is required.
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Main Library - Meeting Room B
Evening book group that reads (spoiler alert) mysteries!
Bedtime Stories - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
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Thu, Oct 29, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–6) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist and then create a related art project. Read the full description for registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 9:00am
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Main Library - Community Room B
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3D Printed Sugar Skulls: Painting Workshop - For grades 6–12
Sun, Nov 01, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Celebrate Day of the Dead at this unique workshop led by Teen Artist-in-Residence Prudence Peng. Part of the Teen Halloween Art Series. Registration required.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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.
Scrabble: Learn and Play - An International Games Month event for ages 10–adult
Mon, Nov 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Learn, play, or improve your Scrabble skills. Presented in partnership with the Carmel High School Scrabble Club.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Nov 03, 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.
Memory Café
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A social gathering for people living with memory loss and their care partners.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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.
Leave Your Mark - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens
Tue, Nov 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Create artwork for bookmarks! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
Pokemon Trading Hour - For kids ages 6–11 on their own
Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokemon fans, and trade cards! For important info about active card trading and other program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Page Turners - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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.
PAWS Support Dog Visit - Drop-in decompression for teens in grades 6–12
Wed, Nov 04, 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.
Critical Mass - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Evening book group that reads literary novels, classics, award winners, and thought-provoking reads.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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.
Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
Celebrate Diwali: Festival of Lights - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories, songs, activities, and a craft celebrating this Indian festival. No tickets are required. The stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 6pm.
Celebrate Diwali: Festival of Lights - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories, songs, activities, and a craft celebrating this Indian festival. No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
Inklings - Student-led storytelling club for teens in grades 9–12
Fri, Nov 06, 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!
Digital Media Lab 10th Anniversary Reception - An open house for everyone
Fri, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Join the Digital Media Lab for art, music, networking, and food as we celebrate 10 years of collaboration!
Annual Model Railroad Meet
Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
November is National Model Railroad Month! Come see amazing operating model trains and miniature circus trains at this all-ages event. Admission is free, and no registration is required.
Book Bedazzling - A crafting social hour for adults
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A creative craft workshop where you will turn books into dazzling works of art. Registration is required.
Registration opens Saturday, October 10 2026 at 2:00pm
Thrill Seekers - A conversation with five thriller writers
Sun, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
A free author event featuring mystery and thriller authors Jenna Blum, Bruce Borgos, James Byrne, Claire Isenthal, and Elisa Hart Kipness. Registration is required.
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