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Library Babies

For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

2024-04-11 11:30:00 2024-04-11 11:50:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Library Babies Main Library - Discovery Room A

Thursday, April 11
11:30am - 11:50am

Add to Calendar 2024-04-11 11:30:00 2024-04-11 11:50:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Library Babies (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. Main Library - Discovery Room A

Main Library

Discovery Room A

(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.

Come to the Discovery Room and enjoy our infant storytime: 20 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, and stories. This program is a great way to introduce your baby to early literacy skills through reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing! Siblings are welcome.

Free tickets are required and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the scheduled program start time. A ticket will be required for each person, including infants, attending the program.

AGE GROUP: | Kids Ages 0-5 |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

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Main Library

Phone: 317.814.3900

Hours
About the library

Upcoming events

Fri, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Need to replace or duplicate a part for a physical object but can't find a 3D model online? Stop by and get 3D modeling help from a Digital Media Lab specialist.

Sat, Aug 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Local author Anushree Bag shares her new book "MicroPivots: 101 Leadership Stories to Spark Change and Build Momentum." Registration is required for this free author event.

Mon, Sep 01, All day
West Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.

Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Award-winning educator Steve Perkins shares his new book "The Golden Waffle Principle: Finding Meaning in Teaching." Registration is required for this free author event.

Wed, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Room A
A senior-focused session on mobility and fall prevention. Part of our Healthy Living Series. Registration is required.

Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Evening book group that reads thought-provoking literature, classics, and award winners.

Thu, Sep 04, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.

Fri, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered therapy dog. Presented in partnership with the Chris Center.

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2+) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga together! For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2+) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga together! For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Sat, Sep 06, 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! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.

Mon, Sep 08, 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 experience is necessary.

Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Learn how Medicare works and what tools are available to you in this easy-to-understand workshop. Registration is required.

Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Our book group with an intentional LGBTQ+ focus.

Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Work on your current craft project while enjoying coffee and community. No registration required.

Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Learn about types of artificial intelligence, how data is used, and how you might protect your own information. Registration is required.

Tue, Sep 09, 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 up who has experience with chess. Registration is not required but is strongly encouraged.

Tue, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Board Room
Read and discuss books in the romance genre. This group is open to adults ages 18 and over.

Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.

Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 10, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

Wed, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokemon fans, and trade cards! For important info about active card trading and other program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Upland Clay Terrace
This relaxed and social group, open to adults 18 and older, focuses on small group book discussions in a restaurant setting. Registration is required.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 11, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room A
A session on food handling regulations and safety. Part of our Healthy Living Series. Registration is required.

Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Inklings is a student-led storytelling club for high school students. From brainstorming ideas to giving and receiving feedback, you‘ll find something to inspire you. All story formats are welcome!

Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Learn the business of acting, practice on-camera scene work, and get tips for professional self-tapes in this one-day workshop with actors Kennedy Martin and Rachel Redleaf. Registration required.

Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Join Matt Arant in a virtual Zoom presentation to learn about athletic recruitment and the college admission process. Registration is required.

Cancelled
Sun, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Registration is not required.

Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.

Mon, Sep 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Board Room
Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.

Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Teens in grades 6–12 can stop by the Teens Program Room for some after-school fun with crafts.

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Learn common signs of Alzheimer's disease in yourself and others and identify next steps to take. Registration is required.

Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 17, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session. Registration is required.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow craft enthusiasts for an engaging crafting session. Registration is required.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 18, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 18, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.

Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. Feel free to wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.

Fri, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
In this free club run by former Teen Artist in Residence Ella Wilson, teens will talk about art, create things, and go on random, fun tangents. Registration is required.

Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Drop in to hang out and enjoy Pokemon. Bring your cards, decks, and games (including online games) to battle, trade, and nerd out.

Sat, Sep 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! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 22, All day
West Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.

Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Mon, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.

Mon, Sep 22, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 9/22 or 10/20 to paint hot air balloons floating through a colorful sky. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Sep 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 experience is necessary.

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tue, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
(Grades 1–3) Beginners and those honing their skills can challenge peers in this special chess club just for them. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 16 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 24, All day
Prather Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Prather Park—formerly River Road Park—just southeast of 126th Street near the White River.

Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.

Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Sep 24, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 9:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 10:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 25, 11:30am - 11:50am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Inklings is a student-led storytelling club for high school students. From brainstorming ideas to giving and receiving feedback, you‘ll find something to inspire you. All story formats are welcome!

Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Join us for as we make an origami crane. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required.

Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Join us for a math competition and other fun math activities hosted by Infinity Squared. Registration is required.

Cancelled
Sun, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Registration is not required.

Sun, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Puerto Rican band Grupo Bembé will get the room moving with lively bomba, plena, salsa, cumbia, and bachata musical styles. Registration is required for this free concert.