Kids - Carmel Clay Public Library

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Events for Children

BOUNCE! Family Fun Event Promoting Early Literacy - For families with kids ages 0–5

Sat, May 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Main Library - Community Room B

(Ages 0–5) Drop in for fun that builds brain cells: activity stations promoting the five... more

(Ages 0–5) Drop in for fun that builds brain cells: activity stations promoting the five practices of early literacy, hands-on science, take-home flannel folders, Jim Gill, and more!

Jim Gill's Sing-a-thon of Celebrated Songs! - A special concert for families with kids ages 0–5

Sat, May 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Community Room A

(Ages 0–5) Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and spin along during this visit by award-winning... more

(Ages 0–5) Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and spin along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets.

Jim Gill's Sing-a-thon of Celebrated Songs! - A special concert for families with kids ages 0–5

Sat, May 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Main Library - Community Room A

(Ages 0–5) Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and spin along during this visit by award-winning... more

(Ages 0–5) Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and spin along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Read the full event description for important info about required tickets.

Thinkers and Tinkers: Exploring STEAM Through Stories - For kids ages 7–12 with their caregivers

Tue, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 7–12) Join us to discuss acclaimed architect Shigeru Ban and design your own structures... more

(Ages 7–12) Join us to discuss acclaimed architect Shigeru Ban and design your own structures using cardboard. Read the full description for important info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.

Chinese Kite Exhibit - March 25–May 25

Sat, May 25, All day

Main Library

(All Ages) Stop by the Main Library Kids Area to see kites celebrating Chinese culture. This... more

(All Ages) Stop by the Main Library Kids Area to see kites celebrating Chinese culture. This special exhibit is presented in partnership with the Indy Asian American Times.

Summer Reading Program - June 1–July 31

Sat, Jun 01, All day

Online

Fun for readers of all ages—kids, teens, and adults!

Stretch and Smile Yoga - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers

Sat, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga together! Free tickets are required and... more

(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga together! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Stretch and Smile Yoga - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers

Sat, Jun 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga together! Free tickets are required and... more

(Ages 2–5) Caregivers and children will enjoy yoga together! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12

Sat, Jun 01, 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! Registration is... more

(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! Registration is required—first come, first served—in person at the Kids Desk beginning at 1:30pm the day of the program.

StoryWalk® at West Park: When Spring Comes - Available May 7–June 3

Mon, Jun 03, All day

West Park

Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at West Park on... more

Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.

Summer Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Mon, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be... more

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Summer Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Mon, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be... more

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Summer Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Tue, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be... more

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Summer Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Tue, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be... more

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Free tickets are required and will be available—first come, first served—at the Kids Desk 30 minutes prior to the program start time.

Dabble: Sculpting a Dragon Eye - Arts and crafts for kids ages 7–12 on their own

Tue, Jun 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room B

(Ages 7–12) Wear clothes appropriate for sculpting and exploring color mixing. This project... more

(Ages 7–12) Wear clothes appropriate for sculpting and exploring color mixing. This project will be messy! Read the full description for info about required tickets. No younger siblings may attend.

A Special Chalk Play Date to Kick Off Our New StoryWalk® - Family Fun at Meadowlark Park

Tue, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meadowlark Park

Drop by the playground at Meadowlark Park to help create a group chalk project to celebrate... more

Drop by the playground at Meadowlark Park to help create a group chalk project to celebrate our new StoryWalk, featuring the book A Piece of Chalk by Jennifer Ericsson.

Summer Babies - For kids ages 0–18 months and their caregivers

Thu, Jun 06, 10:00am - 10:20am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–18 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required... more

(Ages 0–18 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.

Summer Babies - For kids ages 0–18 months and their caregivers

Thu, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:20am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–18 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. Free tickets are required... more

(Ages 0–18 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.

STEAM explorers jr. - For kids ages 4–6 with caregivers

Fri, Jun 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4–6) With their caregivers, kids can try out a special selection of STEAM kits. Read the... more

(Ages 4–6) With their caregivers, kids can try out a special selection of STEAM kits. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.

π² Mathletes Workshops - For students in grades 5–7

Sat, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Teens Program Room

A series of workshops for students who enjoy math and would like to learn more. Registration is... more

A series of workshops for students who enjoy math and would like to learn more. Registration is required for each session you're interested in attending.

This event is full

Let's Go on a Dragon Adventure! - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers

Sat, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 2–5) Drop in for adventure stories and enjoy activity stations with a craft! No tickets... more

(Ages 2–5) Drop in for adventure stories and enjoy activity stations with a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.

Let's Go on a Dragon Adventure! - For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers

Mon, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 2–5) Drop in for adventure stories and enjoy activity stations with a craft! No tickets... more

(Ages 2–5) Drop in for adventure stories and enjoy activity stations with a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.

Drop-In Tech: Learn More about Stop Motion Animation - For kids ages 9+

Mon, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 9+) We'll use play dough to make a short video of a bouncing ball. No registration is... more

(Ages 9+) We'll use play dough to make a short video of a bouncing ball. No registration is required, but if the lab reaches capacity, some kids will need to wait outside for a spot to open up.

Roz Puppets Presents The Mystery of Cacklewood Forest - For families with children ages 4+

Tue, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Main Library - Community Room

(Ages 4+) Families can join Roz Puppets for this original tale about a little mouse that sets... more

(Ages 4+) Families can join Roz Puppets for this original tale about a little mouse that sets off on a grand adventure. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.

Roz Puppets Presents The Mystery of Cacklewood Forest - For families with children ages 4+

Tue, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Main Library - Community Room

(Ages 4+) Families can join Roz Puppets for this original tale about a little mouse that sets... more

(Ages 4+) Families can join Roz Puppets for this original tale about a little mouse that sets off on a grand adventure. Read the full description for info about required tickets or call 317.814.3992.

Pokémon Trading Hour - For kids ages 6–11 on their own

Wed, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokémon fans, and trade cards! Active card trading may take... more

(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokémon fans, and trade cards! Active card trading may take place. Please keep at home any favorite cards that you don't want to trade or accidentally lose or misplace!

Drop-In Play Date - For kids ages 0–3 and their caregivers

Thu, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 0–3) Come for a fun, informal play date with your babies, toddlers, and friends! Pick... more

(Ages 0–3) Come for a fun, informal play date with your babies, toddlers, and friends! Pick your favorite activities—you'll have plenty to choose from. Drop in anytime between 10:00am and 11:30am.

π² Mathletes Workshops - For students in grades 5–7

Sat, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Teens Program Room

A series of workshops for students who enjoy math and would like to learn more. Registration is... more

A series of workshops for students who enjoy math and would like to learn more. Registration is required for each session you're interested in attending.

This event is full

Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12

Sat, Jun 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! Registration is... more

(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! Registration is required—first come, first served—in person at the Kids Desk beginning at 1:30pm the day of the program.

Family Dance Party - For families with kids ages 0–5

Mon, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Community Room

(Ages 0–5) Join us for a half hour of dancing fun! We've loaded a playlist full of children's... more

(Ages 0–5) Join us for a half hour of dancing fun! We've loaded a playlist full of children's and family favorites—shake your sillies out while singing and dancing along! Siblings are welcome.

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