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West Branch Improvement Project: more details

Main Library
West Branch
Upcoming Events
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Community Room
(Grades 1–5) Come celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! Read the full... more
(Grades 1–5) Come celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! Read the full description for program details. No tickets are required. No younger siblings may attend this event.

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Digital Media Lab staff will be editing photos from the July 18 Dapper Dogs photo shoot. Patrons... more
Digital Media Lab staff will be editing photos from the July 18 Dapper Dogs photo shoot. Patrons have a chance to watch staff work and ask questions along the way.

Tue, Jul 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all... more
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.

Wed, Jul 23, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
A creative writing workshop series for middle schoolers and incoming middle schoolers led by... more
A creative writing workshop series for middle schoolers and incoming middle schoolers led by local author Lillianna Joy Kempson. Registration is encouraged but not required.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Bestselling author Kristina McMorris shares her new book "The Girls of Good Fortune."... more
Bestselling author Kristina McMorris shares her new book "The Girls of Good Fortune." Registration is required for this free author event.

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Park
Bring a camera and join us for an evening photo walk at Central Park led by a Digital Media Lab... more
Bring a camera and join us for an evening photo walk at Central Park led by a Digital Media Lab specialist in Wildlife Photography. Registration required.
This event is full

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–18 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more
(Ages 0–18 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, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:20am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 0–18 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more
(Ages 0–18 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, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Digital Media Lab
Watch and learn about how a wildlife photographer makes his photos stand out in the Digital... more
Watch and learn about how a wildlife photographer makes his photos stand out in the Digital Media Lab! Registration is not required.

Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–5) Drop in anytime between 10:00–11:30am and have fun creating with colorful paper,... more
(Ages 2–5) Drop in anytime between 10:00–11:30am and have fun creating with colorful paper, crayons, and glue! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.

Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
If you like Dungeons and Dragons but want to play a sci-fi version, come give Starfinder a try... more
If you like Dungeons and Dragons but want to play a sci-fi version, come give Starfinder a try (based on Pathfinder, the second most popular TTRPG system). For grades 9–12. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Jul 25, 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... more
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, Jul 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Event Lawn
Create a chalk drawing on the Main Library sidewalk that depicts a favorite book cover. This... more
Create a chalk drawing on the Main Library sidewalk that depicts a favorite book cover. This event is for 16+. Registration is required.

Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Local photographer Zach Dobson shares the importance of documenting our lives and telling the... more
Local photographer Zach Dobson shares the importance of documenting our lives and telling the stories of our communities through photography. Registration is required.

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring two bilingual books, learn key vocabulary words, listen to songs... more
Enjoy a storytime featuring two bilingual books, learn key vocabulary words, listen to songs representing those languages, and play games. Registration required.

Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Discover how German families send their children into the world of learning. This program is... more
Discover how German families send their children into the world of learning. This program is designed for adults. Registration is required.

Cancelled
Sun, Jul 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
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.

Mon, Jul 28, All day
Central Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Central Park,... more
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Central Park, near the Westermeier Commons Playground & Splashpad on Central Park Drive West.

Mon, Jul 28, 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... more
A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.

Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Enjoy a mini one-shot D&D adventure. For grades 6–9. Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Community Room
(Grade 4–Teens) Join a visiting professor from the Hogwarts of America for this special event!... more
(Grade 4–Teens) Join a visiting professor from the Hogwarts of America for this special event! Read the full description for details. No tickets are required. No younger siblings may attend.

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Event Lawn
Create sun prints with the Digital Media Lab. Design your own composition and set it using... more
Create sun prints with the Digital Media Lab. Design your own composition and set it using sunlight! Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Event Lawn
Create sun prints with the Digital Media Lab. Design your own composition and set it using... more
Create sun prints with the Digital Media Lab. Design your own composition and set it using sunlight! Registration is required.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 30, All day
Meadowlark Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Meadowlark Park,... more
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Meadowlark Park, accessible from both Meadow Lane and the Monon Trail.

Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 0–3) Drop in between 10:00–11:30am for a fun, informal play date! Please enjoy all... more
(Ages 0–3) Drop in between 10:00–11:30am for a fun, informal play date! Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program. For complete details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teens Program Room
A creative writing workshop series for middle schoolers and incoming middle schoolers led by... more
A creative writing workshop series for middle schoolers and incoming middle schoolers led by local author Lillianna Joy Kempson. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room B
Learn practical strategies to lead people through change with more clarity and confidence. Part... more
Learn practical strategies to lead people through change with more clarity and confidence. Part of our Small Business Series. Registration required.

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all around us. This session will explain how to productively use... more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all around us. This session will explain how to productively use AI in everyday life.  

Thu, Jul 31, All day
Online
Fun for readers of all ages—kids, teens, and adults!

Fri, Aug 01, All day
Meadowlark Park
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Meadowlark Park,... more
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at Meadowlark Park, accessible from both Meadow Lane and the Monon Trail.