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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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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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VITAL English Language Group: Literature with Linda O'Donnell
Wednesday, March 15, 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).
Miniature Painting 101
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Come try your hand at miniature painting—we've got the minis, paints, brushes, and know-how. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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D&D Club: Dragon Hunt!
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Drop in, adventure through fantastic realms, then leave whenever you'd like. These sessions of Dungeons & Dragons are designed to be short, fun, and evolving adventures that anyone can play. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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Creative Writing Hour
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Bring your story prompts, poems, comic ideas, or writing of any kind to share and workshop. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12–19.
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Tween D&D
Wednesday, March 15, 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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Green Gardeners: Starting Our Own Seeds
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Green Gardeners is for people who want to learn how to garden together! Join beginning gardener Maggie to learn how to start your own seeds. We'll learn how to make a DIY seedling container, soil needs, and how to take care of the seeds for future transplanting. We'll collaborate, troubleshoot, and discuss how to find information to become better gardeners. Age 16 and up. Please register.
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