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Art at the Library Challenge: Collage!
Monday, May 15, 2023
All Day
Do you love creating? Join our Art at the Library Challenge: Collage!
Participants will receive instructions and a bag of collage supplies, including a mystery item to incorporate into their piece. The winner will receive a $20 gift card to Griffy's Art Supply.
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Register to reserve your spot by May 15, then return your completed work to the Library by May 26. Library staff will vote on a winner. All submitted art will be displayed at the Ellettsville Branch Library's Art Gallery June 5–30 with an opening reception on June 5 from 5:30–6:30 PM. Ages 7–12.
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The Great MCPL Kids Bake Off: Flower Power Edition
Monday, May 15, 2023
12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
All Branches
For this round of The Great MCPL Kids Bake Off challenge, it’s time to stop and smell the flowers! Create your best spring-inspired, show-stopping dessert with our mystery ingredient. First, register starting May 1 and pick up your kit from the Children’s Department of your selected location. Then, pick a spring-inspired dessert to create, but make sure to include the mystery ingredient or you won’t be our Star Baker!
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Share a picture of your creation to KidsBakeOff@mcpl.info by May 22. The most creative dish will win a gift card to a local bakery!
Need some baking equipment? Try out our new Library of Things Baking Kit collection. Please note that we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions, as all participants will receive the same ingredients. If you are unable to eat the mystery ingredient, you are welcome to substitute something similar. Ages 7–12.
Tag us @MCPLIndiana and use the hashtag #MCPLBakeOff on social media.
Preschool Extravaganza
Monday, May 15, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join us for an amusing morning filled with a variety of fun activities. Every month will be something new and exciting, but you can always count on some fun stories, songs, and laughs! Ages birth–5.
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LEGO® Club
Monday, May 15, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Lip Sync Battle
Monday, May 15, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Be the most dramatic version of yourself as you let your inner star shine in this Lip Sync Battle. Join us as we cheer each other on during these once-in-a-lifetime performances. Stage props and snacks will be provided. Ages 12–19.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen
Monday, May 15, 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).
Myth Movie Mondays
Monday, May 15, 2023
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join other fans of mythological movies like Hercules, Princess Mononoke, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, and The Mummy for a night of movies, snacks, and discussion. Ages 12–19.
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Where Does Your Money Go?
Monday, May 15, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
This program is designed to help consumers better understand how they spend their money. Participants should have attended the session on May 8. Snacks will be provided. Age 18 and up. Please register for May 8th program.
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This program is in partnership with Purdue Extension.
Zodiac Word Art
Monday, May 15, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
In this program, we'll teach you to stretch, form, and build word art inspired by the zodiac signs. Age 18 and up.
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