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Books After Lunch

Book discussion group

2022-10-17 13:30:00 2022-10-17 14:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Books After Lunch Main Library - Meeting Room A

Monday, October 17
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-17 13:30:00 2022-10-17 14:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Books After Lunch Our mid-day book club. Main Library - Meeting Room A

Main Library

Meeting Room A

Our mid-day book club.

This casual group led by a CCPL librarian meets the third Monday of each month.

For more information, call the Adult Services Department at 317.844.3362 or email adultservices@carmelclaylibrary.org. Interested in participating in one of our book discussions for the first time or want to see what we're reading? Click here for more details.

Do not attend events if you are experiencing any signs of illness. To ensure a safe environment, attendees will be asked to adhere to current CDC guidelines regarding social distancing and masks.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

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Main Library

Phone: 317.814.3900

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About the library

Upcoming events

Mon, Mar 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Mon, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Mon, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Bring a buddy for a storytime play date at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.

Mon, Mar 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Mon, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Are you interested in genealogy? Need help getting started or want to bounce ideas off others? Stop by our weekly genealogy drop-in sessions. Bring your own tablet or laptop. No registration required.

Mon, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.

Mon, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7–12) Come explore STEAM activities from our Exploration Lab. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.

Mon, Mar 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Any high school student who enjoys playing D&D or wants to learn the basics can join for a mini adventure that will teach newcomers and entertain experienced players alike. Registration encouraged.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Join Montoya Barker, the Special Collections Librarian at the Indianapolis Public Library, for an incredible program on America's old "Mother Road." Registration is required.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 19, All day
Main Library
In celebration of Youth Arts Month, enjoy a month-long exhibit of artwork by Carmel High School students and their art teachers in the Main Library lobby.

Tue, Mar 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Mar 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Joyce Winner West Branch
Free solar eclipse glasses (one per person) will be available at the West Branch from 10am–7pm today while supplies last.

Tue, Mar 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library
Free solar eclipse glasses (one per person) will be available in the Main Library lobby from 10am–7pm today while supplies last.

Tue, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Bring a buddy for a storytime play date at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.

Tue, Mar 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Join our resident genealogist for a brief presentation on how to access and use the Fold3 database. Registration is required.

Tue, Mar 19, 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.

Tue, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
(Grade 4–Adults) Play chess against others of all skill levels. Open to anyone in grade 4 and up who has experience with chess. Registration is required. (Click event title for more chess programs.)

Tue, Mar 19, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 9–12) Join us to discuss Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus and participate in building a robotic hand. Read the full description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Mar 20, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Mar 20, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 7–12) Come explore STEAM activities from our Exploration Lab. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.

Wed, Mar 20, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Mar 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Have you seen all the great crafts people have made with wine corks they have saved? Now is your chance to get crafty and make your own. Registration is required.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
"In Our Own Voice" is an interactive presentation that provides insight into what it is like to live with mental illness. Registration is required.

Thu, Mar 21, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Thu, Mar 21, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Thu, Mar 21, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Thu, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
There's more to YouTube than just watching cat videos. Learn about YouTube's features and how to make the video-sharing platform work for your needs. Registration required.

Thu, Mar 21, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and make new friends! Registration is not required.

Thu, Mar 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Get ready for the once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse coming April 8, 2024. This program is designed for adults and teens. Registered attendees will receive eclipse glasses. Registration is required.

Fri, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Come create with colorful paper, crayons, and glue! No registration or tickets are required. Stop by the Discovery Room anytime between 10:00am and 11:30am.

Sat, Mar 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Drop by the Foundation Friends Bookstore for a meet-and-greet and book signing with local author Dr. Al Rubenstein and illustrator Linda Lange.

Sat, Mar 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
An independently planned, community-run TED-style conference featuring students and members of the community. Registration is required.

Sat, Mar 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Learn how to write the different forms of journalistic stories, including narratives, inverted pyramid, columns, and more. This event is for students in grades 6–12. Registration is required.

Sun, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Registration is not required.

Sun, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Join Emily Ann Thompson for an energetic and passionate performance of traditional Irish, Scottish, and Canadian fiddle tunes, English and Irish Gaelic singing, and clogging. Registration required.

Mon, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 3–6) Come on 3/25 or 3/26 to learn through play in this fun, powerful workshop! Free tickets required—available first come, first served at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to program start time.

Mon, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 3–6) Come on 3/25 or 3/26 to learn through play in this fun, powerful workshop! Free tickets required—available first come, first served at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to program start time.

Mon, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Are you interested in genealogy? Need help getting started or want to bounce ideas off others? Stop by our weekly genealogy drop-in sessions. Bring your own tablet or laptop. No registration required.

Mon, Mar 25, 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.

Mon, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Taste and learn about the origin, history, and manufacture of one of the world’s most preferred confections. Registration is required for this program, which is designed for adults. 
This event is full

Tue, Mar 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Community Room A
(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga fun together! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Mar 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Community Room A
(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga fun together! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Mar 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Teens in grades 6–12 can drop in to share ideas, get inspired, and work on their bullet journals. No registration is required.

Tue, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Join author Scott Carson (the pen name for bestselling author Michael Koryta) in conversation with novelist Hank Phillippi Ryan. Registration is required for this free author event.

Tue, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 3–6) Come on 3/25 or 3/26 to learn through play in this fun, powerful workshop! Free tickets required—available first come, first served at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to program start time.

Wed, Mar 27, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group for fiction lovers.

Wed, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 3–5) Come explore the science behind the upcoming total solar eclipse at this special edition STEAM Storytime! Read the full description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Thursday, March 21 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 27, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–6) This monthly program explores arts and crafts through various mediums. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992. No younger/older siblings may attend.

Wed, Mar 27, 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.

Wed, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7–11) Sign up to compete in a 15-minute Grand Prix race against a fellow player on our Nintendo Switch! Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Mar 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
The perfect group for mystery buffs.

Thu, Mar 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
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.

Fri, Mar 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Community Room
(Ages 3–5) Come and listen to an enchanting story as told by the beautiful ballerinas of Ballet INitiative! Be sure to dress up for a brief ballet lesson too! No registration or tickets are required.

Sat, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Author and filmmaker Curtis Chin shares his new memoir, EVERYTHING I LEARNED, I LEARNED IN A CHINESE RESTAURANT. Registration is required for this free event.

Mon, Apr 01, All day
Joyce Winner West Branch
Bummed about not being able to travel for Spring Break? Don’t worry—we’re bringing the vacation to you! Grab a Spring Break Staycation Kit and take a trip to Hawaii without leaving your room.

Mon, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 0–3) Come for a fun, informal play date with your babies, toddlers, and friends! Pick your favorite activities—you'll have plenty to choose from. Drop in anytime between 10:00am and 11:30am.

Mon, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Are you interested in genealogy? Need help getting started or want to bounce ideas off others? Stop by our weekly genealogy drop-in sessions. Bring your own tablet or laptop. No registration required.

Mon, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Community Room
(Grades 1–5) Explore DaVinci's inventions, the Wright Brothers' machines, and what it takes to actually leave the ground. Plus watch a fun experiment with Mr. Marshmallow too! No tickets are required.

Tue, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 3/4 or 4/2 to paint a solar eclipse in a brilliant celestial display. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 26 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 3/4 or 4/2 to paint a solar eclipse in a brilliant celestial display. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 26 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Try your hand at chess against other community members in a relaxed open-play setting for adults. All skill levels welcome! Registration is not required.

Tue, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(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 26 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room B
(Ages 7–12) Join us at 10:30am or 3:30pm! Free tickets are required and available first come, first served at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time. No younger siblings may attend.

Wed, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

Wed, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room B
(Ages 7–12) Join us at 10:30am or 3:30pm! Free tickets are required and available first come, first served at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time. No younger siblings may attend.

Thu, Apr 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 6–11) Meet other Pokémon fans to trade cards, play games, and complete a craft! Read the full description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.
Registration opens Thursday, March 28 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hotel Carmichael - Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
Bestselling author Keith O'Brien returns to Carmel to talk about his new book CHARLIE HUSTLE. Registration is required for this free event.

Thu, Apr 04, 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.

Fri, Apr 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Discover great bargains on used books (and more) during these special sale dates. Just $10 for a bag of books! Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.

Fri, Apr 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–6) With their caregivers, kids can try out a special selection of STEAM kits. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.

Fri, Apr 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–6) With their caregivers, kids can try out a special selection of STEAM kits. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.

Sat, Apr 06, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Discover great bargains on used books (and more) during these special sale dates. Just $10 for a bag of books! Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.

Sat, Apr 06, 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! Registration is required—first come, first served—in person at the Kids Desk beginning at 1:30pm the day of the program.

Sun, Apr 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Dr. Tom Sale and Dr. Donna Jurdy will be sharing knowledge about eclipses, space history, and the search for alien intelligence. Registration is required.

Sun, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Interested in attending the eclipse in style? Then join Teen Artists-in-Residence Symone Cox and Leon Xiang as they teach this jewelry workshop on the eve of the solar eclipse. Registration required.

Tue, Apr 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Work on your current craft project while enjoying coffee and community. No registration required.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Bring a buddy for a storytime play date at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.

Tue, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 10, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group for fiction lovers.

Wed, Apr 10, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 10, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 10, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 10, 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.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
A college admissions information presentation by Smart College Selection for parents of students in grades 9, 10, and 11, and their students may attend, too. Registration is required.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Our evening book group that reads thought-provoking literature.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Enjoy a relaxing hour of coloring while meeting new people. This program is designed for adults. Registration is not required.

Thu, Apr 11, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Thu, Apr 11, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Thu, Apr 11, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Thu, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Join us for a screening of The Miracle Club (2023). Rated PG-13. Registration is required.

Thu, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
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.

Thu, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Community Room A
Join us for a meaningful discussion of The Cold Millions by Jess Walter, in partnership with the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library. Registration is required.
Register

Fri, Apr 12, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered therapy dog. Presented in partnership with the Chris Center.

Sat, Apr 13, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Students in grades 4–12 can participate in the 5th Annual Indiana Youth Scrabble Championship, held for the second time at the Main Library. Registration is required.

Sat, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Current 3rd–5th graders can enjoy our Youth Library Council's annual spring festival—an exclusive drop-in event made for students by students! Crafts, games, and more! No younger siblings may attend.

Sun, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Bring in your gently used puzzles and games and trade them in for new challenges.

Sun, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Registration is not required.

Mon, Apr 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Mon, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Mon, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Bring a buddy for a storytime play date at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.

Mon, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Mon, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Are you interested in genealogy? Need help getting started or want to bounce ideas off others? Stop by our weekly genealogy drop-in sessions. Bring your own tablet or laptop. No registration required.

Mon, Apr 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.

Mon, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7–12) Come explore STEAM activities from our Exploration Lab. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.

Mon, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Local author Roxy Wiley shares her book DIY CAMP GRANDMA. Registration is required for this free event.

Mon, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Our book group with an intentional LGBTQ+ focus.

Tue, Apr 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Bring a buddy for a storytime play date at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Tue, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Learn how to use hoopla to access digital audiobooks, comics, ebooks, movies, music, and TV shows.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
(Grade 4–Adults) Play chess against others of all skill levels. Open to anyone in grade 4 and up who has experience with chess. Registration is required. (Click event title for more chess programs.)
This event is full

Wed, Apr 17, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 7–12) Come explore STEAM activities from our Exploration Lab. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992. No younger siblings may attend.

Wed, Apr 17, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Wed, Apr 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
We’ve got spring fever - let’s make terrariums!