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Monday May 20 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Books & Beans Book Club at Main and Madison in Franklin
Love to read and drink coffee? Then this book club is for you. We meet at local coffee shops in Johnson County and discuss new books, old books, bestsellers and classics. Registration required.
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Monday May 20 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 May 20 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
STEAM Fun for Seniors
Stop by to tinker with robots, try your hand at coding, play a banana piano and explore other STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) fun! For Seniors.
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Monday May 20 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Storytime at the Community Center!
JCPL is taking storytime on the road! Join us at the Bargersville Community Center for stories, songs and a craft.
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Monday May 20 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Beginning English
Learn new words, practice communication skills and very basic grammar.
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Monday May 20 11:30am - 12:30pm 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 May 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
World Bee Day
Celebrate World Bee Day by stopping in to learn about these buzzing little helpers from a beekeeper and make a bee hotel to take home!
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Monday May 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Robotics
Drive Sphero Bolt robots and compete in races. Registration required.
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Monday May 20 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Mario Kart Tournament
Face off against other teens in a Mario Kart Tournament. Drinks and pizza will be served. Registration required.
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Monday May 20 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Monday May 20 5:15pm - 6:30pm 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 May 20 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 May 20 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Yoga on the Prairie
Reconnect with nature, your breath and the world around you, with Yoga on the prairie. Some yoga mats available. Dress for comfort and bring a friend.
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Monday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
After Words
Discuss books in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Copies of the titles will be available at the check-out desk the month before each meeting.
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Monday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Franklin Page Turners
If you love to read and chat about books, join us as we discuss "The Engineer's Wife" by Tracey Enerson Wood.Come share your thoughts and insights on this title.
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Monday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Tales for Tails
Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered Alliance of Therapy Dogs canine friend. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Information Desk or call 317-535-6206.
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Monday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Monday May 20 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Authors at JCPL
JCPL welcomes Leah Johnson, the bestselling and award-winning young adult author to Authors at JCPL!
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Tuesday May 21 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Crafting Connections
Do you love to craft? Want to meet new people? Bring your own project to work on and meet other crafty people!
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Tuesday May 21 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 May 21 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Shadow Art
Use the sun to make one-of-a-kind works of art.
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Tuesday May 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Hangout
Get to know other homeschool students while you learn at the library. Participate in a librarian-led activity about music, science, history, books or just plain fun.
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Tuesday May 21 2:30pm - 3:15pm 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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Tuesday May 21 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Tuesday May 21 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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Tuesday May 21 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
JCPL Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Library Board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. If you have concerns about the library or ideas for improving our services, you are more than welcome to attend the meeting.
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Tuesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Sew Together
Learn about the tools, terminology, & basics of sewing before you ever sit down in front of a machine. Participants will learn to read patterns, cut fabric, & more. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Family Trivia Night
Join us for a fun night of trivia for the whole family.Registration required.
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Tuesday May 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Paws to Read
Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered therapy dog. Call 738-2833 to sign up for a 15-minute session.
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Wednesday May 22 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Behind the Page
Attend this fun & informative program to learn about upcoming new book titles while making a fun bookmark and drinking coffee. Find your next great read and in the process win a prize or two!
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Wednesday May 22 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Preschool Robotics
Drive the Sphero Indi robots and race around the track. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 22 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Wednesday May 22 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Wednesday May 22 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Wednesday May 22 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids
Calling all young adventurers new to the game of D&D. Explore characters and shorter adventures with the Library Dungeon Master. All materials provided. Registration Required.
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Wednesday May 22 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Crafternoon
Use various items to make your own wind chimes.
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Wednesday May 22 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Let's Plant!
Come and help us plant our new Community Garden. Dress for a mess! Weather Permitting.Registration Required.
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Wednesday May 22 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
Come play D&D with Ollie, the library Dungeon Master. All adults are welcome, whether youâre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Paper Poppies
Learn how to make your own Poppy to wear on Memorial Day. Registration required.
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Thursday May 23 1:00pm - 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Thursday May 23 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Advanced English
Practice speaking English in a variety of situations.
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Thursday May 23 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Hangout
Use your artistic ability to assemble crafts and make cards to brighten the days of little AccentCare patients.
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Thursday May 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Kid STEAM
Create a chemistry experiment that you can drink!
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Thursday May 23 4:00pm - 4:30pm 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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Thursday May 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
ESL Writing
Come to the ALC and work on your English writing skills!
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Thursday May 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Crafternoon: Diamond Painting
Get crafty and design your very own diamond painting out of little gems to decorate your home. Dress for a mess! Registration required.
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Thursday May 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Kids Robotics
Race Sphero Bolt robots on our track. Registration required.
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Thursday May 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Legends and Lore
Come explore the mythological legends of the Ancient Greek world through a variety of activities.
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Friday May 24 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tot Art
Create your own masterpiece! Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday May 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tot Art
Create your own masterpiece! Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess. Child's caregiver required. Registration required.
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Friday May 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
Learn new vocabulary while reading the newspaper.
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Friday May 24 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 May 24 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Friday Afternoon Craft
Learn how to dry and press flowers, leaves, and other plant materials to create a card or other craft with Linda Clutz from Purdue Extension - Johnson County. For kids and adults 5 and up.
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Friday May 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Celebrate Memorial Day
Find out why we celebrate Memorial Day with a story, craft, and activities to prepare your family for this holiday weekend.
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Saturday May 25 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 May 25 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Cover to Cover Book Club
Love to read and talk about books? This book club meets monthly on Saturday mornings. This month's title is "Educated" by Tara Westover. Contact the library to obtain a copy.
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Saturday May 25 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Poetry Writing Workshop
During this introspective and conversational workshop participants will read and experience a selected poem then collaborate to create a new poem. Registration is required.
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Saturday May 25 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Saturday Dungeons & Dragons
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adult and high school adventurers are welcome, whether youâre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 28 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 May 28 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Taylor Swift Party
Listen to Taylor's versions of her albums as we make friendship bracelets, pins, and small journals.
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Tuesday May 28 4:30pm - 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Tuesday May 28 5:15pm - 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. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Tuesday May 28 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
PIPER Training & Parent Panel
This interactive program for health professionals will cover ways to support families experiencing infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, plus strategies to nurture emotional responses. Register.
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Tuesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Kids Tinkering, Jr. - Grades K-2
Discover how sound is made through experimenting with instruments. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
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 May 28 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Naloxone Community Training
Layperson Naloxone training teaches you to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the reversal drug Naloxone to save a life!
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Wednesday May 29 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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Wednesday May 29 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Preschool Tinkering
Discover how sound is made through playing with instruments. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 29 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Wednesday May 29 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hooked on Books
If you enjoy discussing books you've read, please join us. Copies of the book are available to checkout the month prior. A zoom option is available with the link sent upon request.
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Wednesday May 29 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
StoryWalk Celebration
Come celebrate the new StoryWalk at Tot Park in New Whiteland! Enjoy the beautiful park, walk the StoryWalk and have fun with games and activities. This event is weather-permitting.
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Wednesday May 29 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
After School STEAM
Explore STEAM related concepts through stories and participate in a fun challenge.
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Wednesday May 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Anime Aficionados
Come watch "RWBY" and taste some Japanese snacks with us at White River Branch! Registration required.
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Wednesday May 29 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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Wednesday May 29 6:30pm - 7:15pm EDT
Cybersecurity
Learn more about cybersecurity, from the parts of a computer to staying safe online. We will also talk about to be respectful online. This program is designed for grades K-1.