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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.
VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Craig Smedley
Monday, March 13, 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 US, 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).
AARP Tax Help
Monday, March 13, 2023
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
AARP tax volunteers will be at the Downtown Library February 6–April 14 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Assistance will be available on a first come, first served basis using a sign-up sheet that will be located near the second floor information desk.
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Interactive Movie: Encanto
Monday, March 13, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Enjoy an interactive screening of the sensational movie, Encanto (2021). An interactive movie is a showing of a movie game that presents gameplay in a cinematic, scripted manner—often through the use of full-motion animated video or live-action footage. Attendees will get a small bag of props at the beginning of the movie to interact with during scripted times.
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Summary:
The Madrigals are an extraordinary family who lives hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called the Encanto. The magic of Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift—every child except Mirabel. However, she soon may be the Madrigals' last hope when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is now in danger.
Age 5 and up.
VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen
Monday, March 13, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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).
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).
DCOM Movie Mondays
Monday, March 13, 2023
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join other fans of Disney Channel Original Movies like High School Musical, Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century, and Camp Rock for a night of movies, snacks, and discussion. Ages 12–19.
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