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Youth Art Month Contest
Wednesday, March 01, 2023
Friday, March 31, 2023
All Branches
Calling all youth artists! For Youth Art Month, we're challenging you to create and submit an original 2D work of art based on the theme of our upcoming summer reading program: Camp Myth! For this theme, draw your favorite mythical beast or hero. You can even make up your own!
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The winning artwork will be made into a collectible summer reading prize bookmark. Entries should be 3x7 inches. Starting March 1, you can stop by the Downtown Library children's information desk, the Ellettsville Branch, or the Bookmobile to grab a template, if needed. When you're finished, drop your entry off at any MCPL location by March 31 to enter.
Make sure your entry has the following information written legibly on the back: name, age, title of your artwork, MCPL location that you regularly visit (Downtown, Ellettsville, or Bookmobile), and contact information (including email address and/or telephone number). Ages birth–12.
Wonderful Ones
Wednesday, March 08, 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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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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.
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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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).
Terrific Twos
Wednesday, March 08, 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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Bingo & Pie!
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Enjoy some friendly Bingo and a piece of pie with friends. Age 18 and up. Please register.
VITAL English Language Group: Literature with Linda O'Donnell
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
New English speakers will practice reading and speaking in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will discuss and read literature passages, gain confidence in their language skills, and meet new people from around the world.
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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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).
Banana Bites
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Learn how to make sweet and fruity banana bites for a quick snack after school, then eat your creation. Ages 12–19.
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Cooking Basics: Egg Fundamentals
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us as we learn to master essential cooking skills like boiling pasta, cracking eggs, and measuring ingredients. We’ll help you learn the basics, then teach you how to cook easy meals for yourself. Ages 12–19.
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Homework Help Hour
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop by The Ground Floor Study Room to get some homework help during these free, in-person sessions held every Monday and Wednesday. Ages 12–19.
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No Stress Book Club
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Drop in for this easygoing book club and talk about a book you're reading or have recently read. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12–19.
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Introduction to 3D Printing
Wednesday, March 08, 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.
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Computer Basics
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
6:30 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. Age 18 and up. Please register. Additional learning resources for basic technology skills are available from Northstar Online Learning.
This program is in partnership with WorkOne.