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Friday March 29 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
STEAM Art Camp for Kids
Experiment with the seven elements of art in the STEAM Zone. Registration required.
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Friday March 29 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
Learn new vocabulary while reading the newspaper.
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Friday March 29 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Little Scientists
Discover the wonders of science through books, simple experiments and interactive learning. Designed for children ages 3-5. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday March 29 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Zumba Kids With Sheri
Learn a fun way to exercise with Sheri Lloyd. Ages 3-12 please. Please register. Please include email when registering.
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Friday March 29 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Read & Bleed @ Your Library
Roll up your sleeve while you read. To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org. AGE 17+
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Friday March 29 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Block Party
Bring your imagination to create works of art with LEGO bricks. Create from this month's challenge or use your creativity to build your masterpiece. Finished work will be highlighted on Facebook.
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Friday March 29 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
STEAM Art Camp for Teens
Experiment with the seven elements of art in the STEAM Zone. Registration required.
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Saturday March 30 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Chess Club
Do you have a passion for playing chess? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere.
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Saturday March 30 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Cover to Cover Book Club
Love to read and talk about books? This new book club meets monthly on Saturday afternoons. This month's title is "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean. Contact the library to obtain a copy.
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Saturday March 30 11:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Chalk and Popsicles on the Porch
Let's be creative and decorate the porch with chalk art, while enjoying a popsicle.
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Monday April 1 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Baby Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers (birth-24 months) and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Monday April 1 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Baby & Me Playdate
Join us as we share a lap time story with baby. Stay after for playtime with developmental toys and socialization.
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Monday April 1 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Beginning English
Learn new words, practice communication skills and very basic grammar.
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Monday April 1 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Monday April 1 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Monday April 1 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Sticker Mania
We'll create and use stickers to make a fun notebook.
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Monday April 1 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Family Storytime
Have fun and be creative together! Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. Child's caregiver required.
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Monday April 1 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Stout Stories at Main and Madison
You don't have to choose between book club & happy hour! We'll discuss "Help for the Haunted" by John Searles at Main and Madison in Franklin. To obtain a copy of the book contact a librarian.
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Monday April 1 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
PM ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Eat Smart, Live Strong - for Seniors
Claire Rivron, Nutrition Education Program Advisor with the Purdue Extension Office will be presenting. NOTE: This program is geared for those of us in our "Golden Years" (age 50+)
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Coffee and Coloring
Coloring isnât just for kids! Join other adults for a nice relaxing start to the week. Coffee, tea and all coloring supplies provided. For adults.
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Solar Eclipse Storytime
Have fun together at our Solar Eclipse Storytime! Enjoy eclipse-themed stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Adult Learning Center Book Discussion
Read short stories and novels. Discuss vocabulary, culture, characters, and ideas.
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday April 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Cross-Stitch for Everyone
Enjoy a relaxing hour of cross-stitching. All supplies will be provided. Registration required. All skill levels are welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Tuesday April 2 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Kids Cooking
Get ready for the upcoming solar eclipse. We'll share stories about the moon and make edible moon rocks with dark chocolate chips and honey! Registration required.
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Tuesday April 2 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Let's Talk Ghosts!
Join members of S.P.I.R.I.T. (Special Paranormal Investigation and Research Indiana Team) as they talk about ghost hunting and the methodology used for investigating the paranormal.
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Tuesday April 2 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens - Group Two
Come play D&D with Jude & Dean, the library Dungeon Masters. Adventurers between grades 6 & 12 are welcome, whether youâre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Tuesday April 2 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Teen Book Club
Join us as we discuss "The Big Backyard" by Ron Miller. The title is available at the library and Hoopla. Registration is required.
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Wednesday April 3 9:30am - 4:30pm EDT
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter is a full day babysitting course for ages 11-16. Please call to register. $25.00 is due day of class. Please bring a sack lunch. Registration is required.
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Wednesday April 3 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Solar Eclipse Storytime
Have fun together at our Solar Eclipse Storytime! Enjoy eclipse-themed stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Wednesday April 3 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Wednesday April 3 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Wednesday April 3 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Paws to Read
Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered therapy dog. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Reference Desk or by calling 317-878-9560.
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Wednesday April 3 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Writers' Club
Calling Young Writers ages 10-15 to meet at the library for discussion, inspiration, writing prompts, and sharing their works in progress.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Solar Eclipse Storytime
Have fun together at our Solar Eclipse Storytime! Enjoy eclipse-themed stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
H-Club
Homeschoolers! Join us for H-Club to learn new things, hear stories, make crafts and play games.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Family Storytime
Have fun and be creative together! Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Solar Eclipse Storytime
Have fun together at our Solar Eclipse Storytime! Enjoy eclipse-themed stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday April 4 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Block Party
Bring your imagination to create works of art with LEGO bricks. Create from this month's challenge or use your creativity to build your masterpiece. Finished work will be highlighted on Facebook.
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Thursday April 4 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Thursday April 4 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
ESL Writing
Come to the ALC and work on your English writing skills!
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Thursday April 4 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Thursday April 4 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Hatching Chickens
Learn about the hatching process from the Purdue Extension office and watch the chickens in their incubator.
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Thursday April 4 5:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Thursday April 4 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Group One
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adventurers between grades 6 and 12 are welcome, whether youâre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Thursday April 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Moon Watercolor
Create your own watercolor moon painting in honor of the eclipse. All supplies provided. Registration required.
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Hop and Bop
Letâs dance! Weâll explore different kinds of music as we experiment with movement and rhythm in this fun high-energy program for preschoolers. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Solar Eclipse Storytime
Have fun together at our Solar Eclipse Storytime! Enjoy eclipse-themed stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Baby & Me Playdate
Join us as we share a lap time story with baby. Stay after for playtime with developmental toys and socialization.
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
Learn new vocabulary while reading the newspaper.
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Friday April 5 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Family STEAM Night
Enjoy activities and crafts with us as we introduce different building blocks of STEAMâ Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.
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Saturday April 6 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Chess Club
Do you have a passion for playing chess? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere.
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Saturday April 6 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Silent Book Club
Book club for introverts! Silent Book Clubs feature an hour of silent reading time, followed by 30 minutes of optional socialization. Refreshments provided. Bring your own book or choose one of ours.
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Saturday STEAM
Eclipse excitement is here! Complete eclipse themed STEAM activities and earn a pair of eclipse viewing glasses (while supplies last).
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Saturday April 6 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Saturday April 6 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold.
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Saturday April 6 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Get Your Game On, Jr.
Drop in for a snack and enjoy board games with your family! You can even try one a life size version of one of your favorite games.
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Saturday April 6 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Fiber Arts
Lean how to make a braided bracelet using a simple version of kumihimo and a yarn woven coaster.
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Saturday April 6 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Painting with Michael Alvey
Create a beautiful work of art with acrylic paints. Learn from an artist and educator with decades of experience. All supplies provided. Registration required.
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Sunday April 7 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Cultural Exchange
Discover a new culture every month by meeting a local international exchange student in person. Learn about their traditions, food, clothing, and much more!