Create and submit original artwork with the theme “Imagine Monroe County Public Library in the Year 2220!” The winning designs will be made into a bookmark to be given out at the bicentennial kick-off celebration on March 24. Entries will be judged on creativity, quality, and relevance to the theme. Winners will be announced on February 28 and select artwork will be displayed in March.

All ages (one winner will be chosen from each age category: 6 & under, 7–11, 12–19, and 20 & up)

Official Contest Guidelines:

• The entry deadline is Friday, February 14, 2020, at 6 PM.
• One original entry per person will be accepted.
• No copyright infringement will be accepted.
• Artwork must be submitted on unlined paper no larger than 24" x 24"
• Print your full name and phone number clearly on the back of the artwork.
• Your submitted artwork will become the property of the Monroe County Public Library and will not be returned.
• The Library reserves the right to crop your artwork for reproduction.
• If you are submitting a printed copy of electronic work, we recommend it be at least 300 dpi. The Library will not accept electronic entries or print your artwork for you.
• Entries will be judged on creativity, quality of art, and relevance to the theme.

Download a submission form for children or a submission form for teens/adults and turn it in to any customer assistance desk at the Main Library, Ellettsville Branch, or Bookmobile with your artwork.

A partnership between MCCSC, RBBCSC, Eskenazi Museum of Art, and the Library.

Join us for a celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. hosted by the Essence Hip Hop Dance Team! They will take the stage at 2pm, followed by a craft in the atrium. The library will be collecting donations for Backpack Buddies, a program to supply low-income students’ families with meals over the weekend to fill the out-of-school gaps. Non-perishable food items will be accepted. This includes, but is not limited to canned or pouch tuna or chicken, peanut butter, meal helpers (like hamburger/chicken/tuna helpers), fruit cups, granola bars, instant oatmeal – individual portions, macaroni & cheese or easy to prepare food items – instant mashed potatoes, dried soups, beans, rice or pasta meals, etc. All ages.

Join Library staff for free coffee, doughnuts, and conversation. Chat with staff or try out an activity at this casual morning hangout.

Ages 12–19
   
January 21: Felt Succulents
February 4: Marbled Mugs
March 17: Homemade Scrunchies
April 21: Book Feather Pens/Garlands

Ages 12–19

Ages 12–19
A partnership between MCCSC, RBBCSC, and Monroe County Education Association, and the Library.

Help celebrate the Library's bicentennial year by creating 200 origami lucky stars to be displayed in the children's area! Ages 12–19.

New to vehicle ownership or want a better grasp on standard vehicle maintenance? Learn the very basics of vehicle maintenance every car owner or driver should know. How often do I really need to get the oil changed? How much air do I put in the tires? What do all those warning lights on the dash mean anyway? Find out in this nonjudgmental class for beginners.

Curious about the Library’s teen space, but you aren’t a teen? Everyone is invited to check out the Ellettsville Teen Space's DIY design studios, video games, virtual reality, and more!

Learn how to simplify your home routine, reduce trash, and appreciate the challenges in sustainable materials design. Presented by Nicola Pohl, IU Professor of Chemistry.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with an afternoon of cultural performances hosted by the Indiana University Asian Culture Center.

Ages 12–19

A partnership between Middle Way House and the Library.

Ages 12–19

All ages

Ages 12–19
A partnership between MCCSC, RBBCSC, and Monroe County Education Association, and the Library.