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  • In our own voice (3/20)
  • The Great Solar Eclipse (3/21)
  • Tech talk (3/21)
  • Sunday Vibes (3/24)
  • Behind the books(3/26)
  • Book Sale April 4 5 6
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Upcoming Events
Fri, Mar 15, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Join us for a screening of Barbie (2023). Rated PG-13. Registration is required.

Sat, Mar 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Community Room A
(Ages 4+) The Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra will get you in the St. Patrick's Day spirit... more
(Ages 4+) The Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra will get you in the St. Patrick's Day spirit with their annual family program, filled with lively music and storytelling! No tickets are required.

Sat, Mar 16, 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... more
(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, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Learn how a scarcity mindset often makes us our own worst enemies. Presented by the CCPL... more
Learn how a scarcity mindset often makes us our own worst enemies. Presented by the CCPL Foundation and Carmel Symphony Orchestra. Registration is required.

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... more
(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... more
(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,... more
(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... more
(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?... more
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... more
(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... more
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.

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... more
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.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 19, All day
Main Library
In celebration of Youth Arts Month, enjoy a month-long exhibit of artwork by Carmel High School... more
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... more
(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... more
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... more
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... more
(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,... more
(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... more
(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... more
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... more
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... more
(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... more
(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... more
(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... more
(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... more
(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... more
(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... more
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... more
"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... more
(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... more
(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... more
(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... more
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... more
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... more
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... more
(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... more
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... more
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... more
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... more
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,... more
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... more
(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... more
(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?... more
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... more
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... more
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

Solar Eclipse Information

Main Library
West Branch