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Books & Boba: Science Fiction

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Downtown Library

The Ground Floor

Join us for this book club where we’ll enjoy boba drinks while we chat about various themed books. For this session, bring a science fiction book to chat about while you drink some boba tea. Boba from Bapu Fresh will be provided. Ages 12–19.

Registration is closed

Tween Reads Book Club: Pilu of the Woods

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Downtown Library

Children's Program Room

Meet and get to know other kids through crafts and activities in this book club just for tweens! This month, we'll read and discuss Pilu of the Woods by Mai K. Nguyen. Ages 8–12. Please register.

Summary:

Willow loves the woods near her house. They’re calm and quiet, so different from her own turbulent emotions, which she keeps locked away. When her emotions get the better of her one day, she decides to run away into the woods. There, she meets Pilu, a lost tree spirit who can’t find her way back home—which turns out to be the magnolia grove Willow’s mom used to take her to. Willow offers to help Pilu, and the two quickly become friends. But the journey is long, and Pilu isn’t sure she’s ready to return home just yet.

Día Day: Paper Alebrijes

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Downtown Library

Ground Floor

Create your own colorful Alebrije—fantastical creatures used in Mexican folk art—using paper, markers, and your own imagination. All supplies will be provided. Ages 12–19.

Día Day Celebration

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Downtown Library

Auditorium, 1B & 1C Combo

Join the Downtown Library in celebrating El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día. The event is a celebration of children, families, and reading. Learn about different cultures through crafts, stories, and performances. All ages.

Super Smash Bros.™ Tournament

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Downtown Library

Ground Floor

Think you have what it takes to be a Super Smash Bros.™ champion? Come and find out! Please arrive promptly, as we will set the tournament bracket at 3 PM. Ages 12–19.

Tween Interest Group (TWIG)

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Downtown Library

Children's Program Room

Drop in and share your voice with the Downtown Library to help us plan the future of tween services. Tweens are invited to join TWIG to gather with like-minded peers to talk and plan all things tween Library-related. Ages 7–12.

VITAL English Language Group: Writing and Conversation with Jamelyn Wheeler

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

VITAL Classroom

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

Registration is closed

RPG Club: Pathfinder

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Downtown Library

Meeting Room 2A

Join us to traverse magical worlds in a fantastical adventure! This is an ongoing adventure. If you are interested in participating, please contact Claire (cspence@mcpl.info) or attend a Character Creation Workshop program for more information. Ages 12–19. Please register in-person.

Note: This game will include some horror elements.

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Downtown Library

VITAL Classroom

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

HealthNet

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Downtown Library

Meeting Room 2A

Preschool Storytime

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Downtown Library

Children's Program Room

Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3–6.

VITAL English Language Group: Book Club with Neil Klein

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

VITAL Classroom

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The Book Club is reading Refugee by Alan Gratz this session. This book is available in print, audio, or eBook in the MCPL catalog. Please contact VITAL if you need help accessing this title.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

Preschool Math & Science

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

Children's Program Room

Learning begins with curiosity and wonder. With hands-on workstations, your young scientist will strengthen their independent math and comprehension skills as you investigate science topics together. Ages 3–6.

Joust!

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Downtown Library

Meeting Room 1B & 1C Combo

Wilt thou find victory astride thy noble steed in this grandest of tournaments, or suffer bitterest defeat?! Come one, come all and join us for a jousting game with pool noodles and inflatable hobby horses! Ages 12–19.

Math Homework Help

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Downtown Library

Drop by The Ground Floor Study Room to get some homework help during these free, in-person sessions. Ages 12–19.

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Diana Nicholson

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Downtown Library

VITAL Classroom

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

Program Room 2C

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

HealthNet Street Medicine Clinic

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Downtown Library

Program Room 2B & 2C Combo

Free HIV & HCV Testing

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Downtown Library

Meeting Room 2A

Receive free testing for HIV and HCV, as well as referral for Hepatitis C and HIV treatment, and access to PrEP medication. IU Health Positive Link members are happy to answer any questions you may have. Age 18 and up.

This program is in partnership with IU Health Positive Link.

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

Program Room 2C

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

Registration is closed

Short Attention Span Book Club

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Downtown Library

Meeting Room 2A

If you have the best of intentions about book clubs, but don't always get the book read, this is for you! If you want to try a new genre without committing to a full book, this is also for you. We'll be diving into short stories and novellas spanning all genres. Check back for the month's theme! Age 18 and up. Please register.

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

Program Room 2C

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

HealthNet Street Medicine Clinic

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Downtown Library

Program Room 2B & 2C Combo

Baby Play

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Downtown Library

Children's Program Room

Play, learn, and get to know other parents. We'll have sensory toys and other manipulatives to facilitate a fun time for all. There will also be an opportunity to talk about baby health, safety, postpartum care, and literacy with Tandem Birthing Center's Blythe Angle. Ages birth–2.

This program is in partnership with Tandem Birthing Center.

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Downtown Library

Program Room 2C

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.

Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).

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