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Celebrate Diwali: Festival of Lights
For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
2023-11-11 10:00:002023-11-11 11:30:00America/Indiana/IndianapolisCelebrate Diwali: Festival of LightsMain Library - Discovery Room
Saturday, November 11 10:00am - 11:30am
Add to Calendar2023-11-11 10:00:002023-11-11 11:30:00America/Indiana/IndianapolisCelebrate Diwali: Festival of LightsDrop in on 11/3 or 11/11 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.Main Library - Discovery Room
Drop in on 11/3 or 11/11 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.
(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.
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.
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.
(Ages 3–5) Come and listen to the wonderful story of Snow White as told by the beautiful dancers of Central Indiana Dance Ensemble. Then meet the performers! No tickets or registration are required.
Open to anyone in grade 4 and up who has experience with chess. Registration is required for this final event before our chess season resumes in October.
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.
Learn how to grow a lot with just a little space. Presented in partnership with the Hamilton County Master Gardeners Association. Registration is required.
Learn animation tools in Procreate Dreams on the iPad. This workshop is part of the Summer of Animation at the Digital Media Lab. Registration required.
(Ages 0–5) Drop in for fun that builds brain cells: activity stations promoting the five practices of early literacy, hands-on science, take-home flannel folders, Jim Gill, and more!
(Ages 0–5) Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and spin along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets.
(Ages 0–5) Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and spin along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets.
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.
(Ages 7–12) Join us to discuss acclaimed architect Shigeru Ban and design your own structures using cardboard. Read the full description for important info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.
Learn animation tools in Procreate Dreams on the iPad. This workshop is part of the Summer of Animation at the Digital Media Lab. Registration required.
Learn animation tools in Procreate Dreams on the iPad. This workshop is part of the Summer of Animation at the Digital Media Lab. Registration required.
(All Ages) Stop by the Main Library Kids Area to see kites celebrating Chinese culture. This special exhibit is presented in partnership with the Indy Asian American Times.
Learn animation tools in Procreate Dreams on the iPad. This workshop is part of the Summer of Animation at the Digital Media Lab. Registration required.
Learn the history of relief printmaking and make a linocut print in this hands-on workshop taught by Teen Artist in Residence Celine Yang. Registration is required.
Learn animation tools in Procreate Dreams on the iPad. This workshop is part of the Summer of Animation at the Digital Media Lab. Registration required.
(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga 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.
(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga 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.
The 2024 Carmel Film Forum and Digital Media Lab host a five-part digital animation workshop, contest, and screening. Learn how to create a short animation. Registration required.
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.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.
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.
Come to the library to learn all about working with tigers, cheetahs, ocelots, and other exotic cats. Registration is required for this program, which is designed for adults.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.
(Ages 7–12) Wear clothes appropriate for sculpting and exploring color mixing. This project will be messy! Read the full description for info about required tickets. No younger siblings may attend.
Did you know that your Carmel Clay Public Library card gives you free online access to Consumer Reports from the comfort of your home? Learn more at this program. Registration is required.
(Ages 0–18 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.
(Ages 0–18 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.
Learn to see details in buildings that give clues to the past and the people who occupied them. You'll never look at old buildings the same way again. Registration is required.
(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.
A series of workshops for students who enjoy math and would like to learn more. Registration is required for each session you're interested in attending.
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for adventure stories and enjoy activity stations with a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
The 2024 Carmel Film Forum and Digital Media Lab host a five-part digital animation workshop, contest, and screening. Learn how to create a short animation. Registration required.
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for adventure stories and enjoy activity stations with a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
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.
Do you plan on using the Digital Media Lab's new Video Recording Studio? Sign up to learn the basics of video production. Registration is required, and the studio may be used by ages 16+.
Registration opens Saturday, June 1 2024 at 9:00am
(Ages 9+) We'll use play dough to make a short video of a bouncing ball. No registration is required, but if the lab reaches capacity, some kids will need to wait outside for a spot to open up.
(Ages 4+) Families can join Roz Puppets for this original tale about a little mouse that sets off on a grand adventure. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4+) Families can join Roz Puppets for this original tale about a little mouse that sets off on a grand adventure. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.
Join Brown County artist and author Jeff Hagen for storytelling and casual conversation about Frank Lloyd Wright's influence on the world of architecture. Registration is required.