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Book Buddies
For kids aged 4–6 on their own
2023-03-20 10:30:002023-03-20 11:00:00America/Indiana/IndianapolisBook BuddiesMain Library - Discovery Room B
Monday, March 20 10:30am - 11:00am
Add to Calendar2023-03-20 10:30:002023-03-20 11:00:00America/Indiana/IndianapolisBook BuddiesBring a buddy for a storytime playdate at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.Main Library - Discovery Room B
Bring a buddy for a storytime playdate at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Students in grades 4–12 can participate in the 4th Annual Indiana Youth Scrabble Championship, held for the first time at the Main Library. Registration is required.
Join Shelli Broadbent of Hamilton County Master Gardeners as she teaches the best methods for starting seeds and transplanting your plants. Registration is required.
Enjoy a live reading of the new musical Belinda followed by a talkback session with cast and directors. Part of ATI's LabSeries. Presented in partnership with the CCPL Foundation.
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.
Kids ages 4–6 and caregivers can try out a selection of robots from our Exploration Lab. Younger siblings may watch but not participate. View the full description for important registration info.
Play chess against others of all skill levels every other Tuesday night. Open to anyone age 5 and up who already has experience with the game. Registration is required for all who wish to play.
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.
Need help with your 3D printer? Work with 3D printing specialists at the Digital Media Lab to get assistance. Registration is not required for this drop-in session.
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.
Kids ages 4–6 and caregivers can try out a selection of robots from our Exploration Lab. Younger siblings may watch but not participate. View the full description for important registration info.
Registration opens Monday, March 27 2023 at 9:00am
Drop off your stuffed animal on 4/4 for a sleepover at CCPL! Rejoin your stuffed friend on 4/5 for storytime and to hear about its adventure! View the full description for important registration info.
Registration opens Monday, March 27 2023 at 9:00am
Did you know cranes dance like no one's watching? Come find out why and discover all kinds of fascinating stuff about these tall and beautiful birds! Presented by the International Crane Foundation.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Bring a buddy for a storytime playdate at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Bring a buddy for a storytime playdate at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Play chess against others of all skill levels every other Tuesday night. Open to anyone age 5 and up who already has experience with the game. Registration is required for all who wish to play.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Drop by the Teens Program Room to watch this live-streamed author panel featuring a different title from the 2022–23 Rosie List each month. This event is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.
Each month in the Discovery Room we'll highlight STEAM activities from our Exploration Lab. This month we'll explore art and science! Registration is required, and no younger siblings may attend.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 5 2023 at 9:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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.
Main Library - Discovery Room A,Discovery Room B,Kids Study Room 1A,Kids Study Room 1B
Do you 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.
Enjoy an evening of food, drink, music, indoor mini golf, and more at the Main Library. Tickets on sale now. Presented by the CCPL Foundation's Young Professionals Group.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Bring a buddy for a storytime playdate at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Bring a buddy for a storytime playdate at the library! Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on each week's special theme. No tickets are required.
Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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 thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Come dabble with us! In this monthly program, we'll explore art through various mediums. This month we'll try out pointillism! Registration is required, and no younger siblings are able to attend.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 12 2023 at 9:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for infants. Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk thirty minutes prior to the scheduled program start time.
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.
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.
