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Wonderful Ones
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Families with newborns to 18 months play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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Terrific Twos
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Families with babies ages 18 months to 3 years play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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Bright Star Theatre Presents: Captain Friendship
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Bully Bandit is causing trouble under the big top and it’s up to Captain Friendship to help us solve these problems with kindness! Age 5 and up. Please register.
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This program is in partnership with Bright Star Touring Theatre.
Bright Star Theatre Presents: Captain Friendship
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Bully Bandit is causing trouble under the big top and it’s up to Captain Friendship to help us solve these problems with kindness! Age 5 and up.
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This program is in partnership with Bright Star Touring Theatre.
Ivy Tech Career Demos: Culinary Dept.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for a collaborative program series with Ivy Tech Community College. Instructors from different departments will drop by to demonstrate the tools and activities available in their programs. For each event attended, you'll be entered to win a free class at Ivy Tech that will be available for you and one of your caregivers. The drawing will occur after the last session. Ages 12–19.
- May 24: At this kickoff event, you'll learn some basics about Ivy Tech, get introduced to free classes you can win, have an introduction of the MCPL summer sessions you can attend, and play a Kahoot/trivia game.
- June 14: The Entrepreneurship department and School of IT will host various activities.
- June 28: The HVAC and Industrial Technology departments will host with equipment and an electrical activity.
- July 12: The Nursing and Healthcare departments will host.
- July 19: The Culinary department will host a “Board Building” activity, referring to charcuterie and fruit/cheese boards.
This program is in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College.
Monsters & Mayhem
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ready to test your mettle against monsters and mayhem in a new RPG? These drop-in sessions will give players a chance to experience a different gameplay style than D&D and face new challenges. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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Dine Out for the Library at Che Bello
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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We have a new dine out partner this month! Enjoy a meal out with friends at Che Bello, located on The Square at 106 W. 6th Street. Their goal is to make delicious Italian inspired food so people can gather and enjoy themselves while eating and drinking in an award-winning atmosphere. They strive to provide their patrons with an experience that nourishes the body and stimulates the mind.
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Just show your flyer or mention that you're dining out for the Library, and Che Bello will donate 20% of your bill to the Friends of the Library to help make all of our amazing Library programs possible. Dine out on Wednesdays, July 12 and 19 from 4:30–9:30 PM. On Sundays, July 16 and 23, you can do brunch from 9 AM–3 PM or dinner from 4–10 PM.
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Raptors of Indiana
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
See live Indiana birds of prey, including falcons, hawks, and owls, as well as specimens and biofacts (bird wings and parts). Learn about the natural history of common Indiana species, diurnal and nocturnal traits and behaviors, and how our actions affect these birds. The importance of habitat and respect and care for our environment will also be discussed. Age 6 and up. Please register.
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In case of rain, we will hold the program in meeting rooms A/B at Southwest.
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Tween D&D
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
New to Dungeons & Dragons? Already a seasoned adventurer? Drop in for an ongoing D&D game at the Library. We'll make characters and go on new adventures every two weeks. Ages 9–12. Please register for each session you'd like to attend.
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Introduction to 3D Printing
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us to learn the basics, and we'll help you design a model to keep. Please note that 3D printing takes time; you may need to return at a later date to collect your print. Age 16 and up. Please register.
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