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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 27, 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).
Homeschool Art Hangout
Monday, March 27, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Calling all homeschoolers! Creativity is messy and we've got your need to create covered. Explore different art media each month through unique projects like tempera paint, polymer clay, fabric arts, and more. Ages 5–12.*
*Participants ages 5–7 may need help from a caregiver.
AARP Tax Help
Monday, March 27, 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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Mario Kart™ Tournament
Monday, March 27, 2023
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Think you have what it takes to be the ultimate Mario Kart™ champion? Join us to prove your mettle. Ages 12–19.
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Maker Lab: Paper Airplanes
Monday, March 27, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Create a cool project each month using science, tech, crafts, and more. This month, we'll be making paper airplanes. Ages 12–19.
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Homework Help Hour
Monday, March 27, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 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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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen
Monday, March 27, 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 27, 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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The Working Hungry Film Screening
Monday, March 27, 2023
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a screening of the documentary The Working Hungry. The Working Hungry is a 30-minute film built around the stories of three families, and through them the stories of more than 700,000 people across the state of Indiana. Most of these are working families, and their hunger is hidden from those around them.
The compelling documentary asks why, in a time of low unemployment and food abundance, is food insecurity and hunger so prevalent? And what can be done? This film will dive deep into the reality of food insecurity in Indiana, and what more could be done to destigmatize the conversation, more clearly understand underlying causes, and truly end hunger. All ages.
This program is in partnership with Purdue Extension.
Registration is closed
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Books on Tap: Station Eleven
Monday, March 27, 2023
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Other
It's the book club with a twist! Enjoy fantastic drinks, a comfortable atmosphere, and a great discussion on a variety of compelling books. This month, we'll be meeting at Lennie's (514 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington) and will be reading the National Book Award Finalist Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel.
Summary:
"An audacious, darkly glittering novel set in the eerie days of civilization’s collapse—the spellbinding story of a Hollywood star, his would-be savior, and a nomadic group of actors roaming the scattered outposts of the Great Lakes region, risking everything for art and humanity."
Age 21 and up. Please register.
