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Summer Reading Games: Oceans of Possibilities
Monday, May 23, 2022
Sunday, July 31, 2022
All Branches
Our free all-ages summer reading games are back in person! Read for fun, complete activities, and attend events to earn prizes! Pick up a game board beginning May 23 at the Downtown Library, Ellettsville Branch, or on the Bookmobile! This year, the Friends of the Library Foundation will donate $1,000 to the Community Kitchen of Monroe County when we meet our registration goal of 1,000 people! Learn more at mcpl.info/summerreading.
Ages 1–12: Children’s Reading Game
Ages 12–19: Teen Reading Game
Age 20 & up: Adult Reading Game
Beautiful Images by Lois Paul
Friday, July 01, 2022
Sunday, July 31, 2022
Nature paintings by local artist Lois Paul.
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Preschool Storytime
Thursday, July 14, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Stories, songs, and rhymes get your preschooler talking, singing, and playing with books and words! For ages 3–6 with caregivers. Please register for each session you will attend.
Registration is closed
VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters
Thursday, July 14, 2022
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
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Intermediate English skills suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.
VITAL Summer Session classes meet for 8 weeks, May 29-July 23.
Cancelled
Preschool Discovery
Thursday, July 14, 2022
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for fun, open-ended art experiences, STEAM adventures, and letter exploration! Each week, we'll experiment with different materials and techniques––dress for mess! For ages 3–6 and caregivers. Please register.
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Intro to Warhammer
Thursday, July 14, 2022
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
If you enjoy D&D, miniature painting, and board games, tabletop war games like Warhammer are another fun option! We'll provide a light introduction, as well as all the terrain, miniatures, and snacks. All skill levels are welcome! For ages 12–19.
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Crafts in the Stacks
Thursday, July 14, 2022
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Learn new crafting skills as you try some hands-on DIY projects in The Tween Space! Ages 7–10.
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Cancelled
VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Taima Attal
Thursday, July 14, 2022
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
New English speakers practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
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Intermediate English skills suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.
VITAL Summer Session Groups meeting May 29-July 23.
Registration is closed
Plan to attend both sessions; July 13 and 14.
Age 18 & up. Please register.
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Computer Basics
Thursday, July 14, 2022
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Practice basic computer operations and troubleshooting for Microsoft Windows. This introductory course will provide an overview of email, word processing and spreadsheets.
Program presented in partnership with the Work One office.