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Tue, Nov 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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 04, 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 04, 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... more
(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.

Wed, Nov 05, 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 05, 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 05, 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.

Wed, Nov 05, 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... 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.

Thu, Nov 06, 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 06, 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 06, 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.

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Ages 4–8) Drop off your stuffed or plastic dino on 11/5 for a sleepover! Then come on 11/6... more
(Ages 4–8) Drop off your stuffed or plastic dino on 11/5 for a sleepover! Then come on 11/6 for a storytime and to hear about its adventure! Read the full description for important registration info.

Mon, Nov 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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.

Mon, Nov 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.

Wed, Nov 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 14, 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 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Community Room B
(Ages 3–7) Join us for an interactive story about a boy who believes a giant and his violin... more
(Ages 3–7) Join us for an interactive story about a boy who believes a giant and his violin are living in the attic. Then meet musicians from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and try a real violin!

Sat, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Community Room A
Join us for an afternoon of competition, camaraderie, and community with classic and modern... more
Join us for an afternoon of competition, camaraderie, and community with classic and modern games. Registration is recommended but not required.

Sat, Nov 15, 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 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.

Mon, 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.

Mon, 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.

Mon, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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 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.

Mon, Nov 17, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 11/17 or 12/1 to paint a furry friend's whimsical reaction to... more
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 11/17 or 12/1 to paint a furry friend's whimsical reaction to his first snow. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Monday, November 10 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 18, 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 18, 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 18, 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 18, 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 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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 18, 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... more
(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, November 11 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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.

Thu, Nov 20, 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... more
(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, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
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, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Community Room A
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about a hayride through the farm and enjoy activity stations... more
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about a hayride through the farm 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.

Mon, Dec 01, 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.

Mon, Dec 01, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 11/17 or 12/1 to paint a furry friend's whimsical reaction to... more
(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 11/17 or 12/1 to paint a furry friend's whimsical reaction to his first snow. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Registration opens Monday, November 24 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, 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.

Tue, Dec 02, 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... more
(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.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 18 2025 at 6:00pm

Wed, Dec 03, 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.

Wed, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Discovery Room
(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 Tuesday, November 25 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Dec 04, 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... 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.