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  • LAD (4/20)
  • Teen Writing Fair (4/20)
  • Puzzle exchange (4/28)
  • Voting at Main Library (thru 5/4)
  • Sunday vibes (4/21)
  • Dirty (4/27)
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Upcoming Events
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
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... 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
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... 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.
Book Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own
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,... 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
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... 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.
Tech Talk: Using hoopla - An information session for older adults
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.
Gambit 425 - Chess for grade 4–adults
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... 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.)
This event is full
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
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... 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.
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
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... 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.
STEAM Explorers - For kids ages 7–12 on their own
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... 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.
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
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... 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.
The Crafting Hour - A monthly crafting group for adults
Wed, Apr 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
We’ve got spring fever - let’s make terrariums!
This event is full
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 18, 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.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 18, 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.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 18, 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.
Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Apr 18, 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.
Of Land and Poetry: Indiana and Ireland - A visual poetry reading with Rosaleen Crowley
Thu, Apr 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Join local poet Rosaleen Crowley for a poetry reading accompanied by a visual presentation of... more
Join local poet Rosaleen Crowley for a poetry reading accompanied by a visual presentation of her paintings. Registration is required.
Bedtime Storytime - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs—and don’t forget to wear your jammies... more
(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs—and don’t forget to wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets are required.
Seed Starting Basics - A hands-on workshop for adults
Thu, Apr 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Join Shelli Broadbent of Hamilton County Master Gardeners as she teaches the best methods for... more
Join Shelli Broadbent of Hamilton County Master Gardeners as she teaches the best methods for starting seeds and transplanting your plants. Registration is required.
This event is full
Teen-Led Writing Fair - An all-ages writing event presented by local teen writers
Sat, Apr 20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Hear from published teen authors and writing clubs from Carmel High School and the library, and... more
Hear from published teen authors and writing clubs from Carmel High School and the library, and enjoy various writing activities to get your creative mind working.
Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12
Sat, Apr 20, 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.
Sunday Vibes: Freetown Village Singers - A live musical performance
Sun, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Experience living history through storytelling and song with the Freetown Village Singers.... more
Experience living history through storytelling and song with the Freetown Village Singers. Registration is required.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Mon, Apr 22, 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Mon, Apr 22, 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.
Book Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own
Mon, Apr 22, 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Mon, Apr 22, 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.
Genealogy Drop-In - A weekly gathering of genealogists and family historians
Mon, Apr 22, 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.
Behind the Book with Susan Beckham Zurenda
Mon, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Author Susan Beckham Zurenda visits CCPL for the first time to discuss her new release THE GIRL... more
Author Susan Beckham Zurenda visits CCPL for the first time to discuss her new release THE GIRL FROM THE RED ROSE MOTEL. Registration is required for this free author event.
Nintendo Switch Game Nights - A casual, drop-in game night for teens in grades 6-12
Mon, Apr 22, 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Apr 23, 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Apr 23, 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.
Book Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own
Tue, Apr 23, 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.
Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers
Tue, Apr 23, 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.
Pen & Dot - A bullet journal club for teens in grades 6–12
Tue, Apr 23, 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... more
Teens in grades 6–12 can drop in to share ideas, get inspired, and work on their bullet journals. No registration is required.
STEAM Storytime: A Fun Family Book Club - For families with kids ages 3–5
Tue, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 3–5) Join us to enjoy Jack and the Beanstalk and lots of STEAM challenges related to the... more
(Ages 3–5) Join us to enjoy Jack and the Beanstalk and lots of STEAM challenges related to the story! Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 16 2024 at 9:00am
Page Turners - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Apr 24, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group for fiction lovers.
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
Wed, Apr 24, 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.
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
Wed, Apr 24, 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.
Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers
Wed, Apr 24, 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.
dabble jr. - Arts and crafts for kids ages 4–6 on their own
Wed, Apr 24, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–6) This monthly program explores arts and crafts through various mediums. Read the... more
(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.
Let's Play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! - For kids ages 7–11 on their own
Wed, Apr 24, 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... more
(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.
Mystery Book Group - Book discussion group for adults
Wed, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
The perfect group for mystery buffs.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 25, 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.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 25, 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.
Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers
Thu, Apr 25, 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.
Stitch Happens - Fiber club & social hour for teens in grades 6–12
Thu, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Relax, hang out, and make stuff in our monthly drop-in social hour for teens.
Inklings - Student-led creative writing club for teens in grades 9–12
Thu, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Inklings is a student-led creative writing club for high school students. From brainstorming... more
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.
Better Writing in About an Hour - A workshop for adults
Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
For all types of writers interested in producing better, clearer writing. Learn tips on what... more
For all types of writers interested in producing better, clearer writing. Learn tips on what makes good writing and have the opportunity to ask questions and get 1:1 help. Registration is required.
Drop-In Craft - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers
Fri, Apr 26, 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.
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