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Thu, Nov 12, 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... more
(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, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Community Room
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the... more
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the beautiful dancers of area ballet groups. Read the full description for dates, times, and details.

Thu, Nov 12, 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... more
(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, Nov 12, 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... more
(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.

Fri, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Turn a cardboard box into a car! Then park it at our indoor drive-in and watch... more
(Ages 2–5) Turn a cardboard box into a car! Then park it at our indoor drive-in and watch some Bluey episodes! Read the full event description for info about required registration and program details.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Nov 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... more
(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, Nov 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... more
(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, Nov 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... more
(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, Nov 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... more
(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, Nov 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more
(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, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Exploration Lab
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For... more
(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, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more
(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, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room A
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more
(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, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
Big kids, littles, families! Drop in to play games, enjoy activity kits, and do puzzles. Please... more
Big kids, littles, families! Drop in to play games, enjoy activity kits, and do puzzles. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program. Caregivers are required to attend with kids under age 6.

Wed, Nov 18, 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... more
(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, Nov 18, 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... more
(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, Nov 18, 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... more
(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, Nov 19, 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... more
(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, Nov 19, 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... more
(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, Nov 19, 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... more
(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.

Fri, Nov 20, 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.

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Room
Come learn and play games from around the world. Presented in partnership with the Carmel Sister... more
Come learn and play games from around the world. Presented in partnership with the Carmel Sister Cities. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Sat, Nov 21, 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... more
(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, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Community Room B
Drop by and play UNO.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Community Room
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the... more
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the beautiful dancers of area ballet groups. Read the full description for dates, times, and details.

Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
Big kids, littles, families! Drop in to play games, enjoy activity kits, and do puzzles. Please... more
Big kids, littles, families! Drop in to play games, enjoy activity kits, and do puzzles. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program. Caregivers are required to attend with kids under age 6.

Mon, Nov 30, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 7–11) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist... more
(Ages 7–11) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist and then create a related art project. Read the full description for registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Monday, November 23 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Room B
(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokemon fans, and trade cards! For important info about active... more
(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, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 0–3) Drop in between 10:00–11:30am for a fun, informal play date! Pick your favorite... more
(Ages 0–3) Drop in between 10:00–11:30am for a fun, informal play date! Pick your favorite activities—you'll have plenty to choose from. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.

Thu, Dec 03, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–6) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist and... more
(Ages 4–6) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist and then create a related art project. Read the full description for registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 25 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
(Grades 5–7) Celebrate National 3D Printing Day with us! Learn to use Tinkercad and design a... more
(Grades 5–7) Celebrate National 3D Printing Day with us! Learn to use Tinkercad and design a 3D bookmark! Read the full description for important registration info before clicking the Register button.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 25 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 2–5) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more
(Ages 2–5) 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.

Sat, Dec 05, 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... more
(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, Dec 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Community Room
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the... more
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the beautiful dancers of area ballet groups. Read the full description for dates, times, and details.

Mon, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Room
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the... more
Join us on four special occasions to watch the enchanting story of The Nutcracker as told by the beautiful dancers of area ballet groups. Read the full description for dates, times, and details.

Tue, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Community Room B
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about the winter season and enjoy activity stations and a... more
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about the winter season and enjoy activity stations and a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Community Room
(Ages 0–3) Come hit the dance floor for a rave dance party! Read the full event description... more
(Ages 0–3) Come hit the dance floor for a rave dance party! Read the full event description for details. No tickets are required; siblings are welcome.