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Preschool Storytime
Thursday, August 11, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytime offers stories, songs, and rhymes to help get preschoolers talking, singing, and playing with books and words. Preschool Storytime is aimed for children 3-6 and their caregivers but older or younger siblings are welcome to attend.
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Preschool Discovery
Thursday, August 11, 2022
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Discover more at the Library! Following each Preschool Storytime, join us for fun, open-ended art experiences, and a Math or Science activity, and/or letter explorations. Each week, we will experiment with different materials and techniques. You never know what the activities will be so it is best to dress for mess. Ages 3-6
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Yoga With Baby
Thursday, August 11, 2022
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Take care of your body and build strength after having your baby. This gentle exercise supports the changing body's needs and deepens awareness to the caregiver's mind, body and connection with their baby. Yoga mats available for in-program use. Parents with children ages 0-2
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Welcome Back Pizza Party
Friday, August 12, 2022
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join us in the Ellettsville Garden Area to celebrate the start of a new school year! Pizza and lawn games will be provided. Age 12 - 19.
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Aesop's Fables Know-How
Saturday, August 13, 2022
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Do you ever hear the story of the Tortoise and the Hare or the one about the Crow and the Pitcher? These are just a few examples of Aesop's Fables! In this program we will explore some of Aesop's Fables through storytelling, talk about why these fables are important today, and learn a bit about Aesop himself! Participants* will receive a copy of a book collecting some of Aesop's Fables and activities. Age 5 - 10. Please register.
*Must be at the program to receive the book.
Tiny to Two
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Families with babies ages 0-3 play, sing, read, and talk together with their caregivers. Following the rhymes, songs, and books, stay for some group play time.
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Teen Artist Club: Fairylight Jars
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Are you a teen artist looking for other teen artists to hang out with? Join us to show off your work, chat with fellow artists, do some crafts, and have fun! August 16, we'll be making Fairylight Jars! September 20th, we'll be making Mini Banned Books Jewelry! And on October 18th, we'll be making Spooky Squishies! Ages 12-19
After School Craft: Kaleidocycle
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Looking for something fun to do after school? Join us at the Library for an After School Craft! Each month we will host a different craft for school-age children. Light snack will be provided. Ages 7-12
August: Create your own Kaleidocycle!
September: Bookmark Coloring and DIY Boba Tea!*
*Note this program uses a hotplate.
If participant has a food allergy, please let the facilitator know at least one week before the program.
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Eat Smart Move More: My Plate
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Shelly Powell, Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program Advisor Covering Monroe County, for this three-part series on nutrition and exercise. Come for one session or all three! Please register. Age 18 and up.
8/17: My Plate: Learn the 5 food groups and how much should you should consume per day.
8/24: Choosing to Move More: Ways to include more movement everyday, for a total of 30 min. each day.
8/31: Shop for value, Check the Facts: Looking at the Nutrition label, does this food have any nutritional value? Is it worth purchasing?
Mini Painting 101
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
We've got the minis, paints, brushes, and know how, so come on by and try your hand at miniature painting! All skill levels welcome. Ages 12 - 19.
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Preschool Storytime
Thursday, August 18, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytime offers stories, songs, and rhymes to help get preschoolers talking, singing, and playing with books and words. Preschool Storytime is aimed for children 3-6 and their caregivers but older or younger siblings are welcome to attend.
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Preschool Discovery
Thursday, August 18, 2022
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Discover more at the Library! Following each Preschool Storytime, join us for fun, open-ended art experiences, and a Math or Science activity, and/or letter explorations. Each week, we will experiment with different materials and techniques. You never know what the activities will be so it is best to dress for mess. Ages 3-6
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Ellettsville Book Group
Thursday, August 18, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join us on the third Thursday of the month from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. to discuss a dynamic mix of fiction and nonfiction.
We will be meeting in person at the Ellettsville Branch, Meeting Room B. Ask us about monthly titles, and how to get a copy of the upcoming month's title. Please Register
Ages 18 and up.
Yoga With Baby
Thursday, August 18, 2022
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Take care of your body and build strength after having your baby. This gentle exercise supports the changing body's needs and deepens awareness to the caregiver's mind, body and connection with their baby. Yoga mats available for in-program use. Parents with children ages 0-2
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Talking Tacos
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Come for a discussion about relationships, dating, and other tough topics. Stay for the conversation and the tacos. Ages 12-19
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A partnership between Middleway House and the Libary
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Eat Smart Move More: My Plate
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Shelly Powell, Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program Advisor Covering Monroe County, for this three-part series on nutrition and exercise. Come for one session or all three! Please register. Age 18 and up.
8/17: My Plate: Learn the 5 food groups and how much should you should consume per day.
8/24: Choosing to Move More: Ways to include more movement everyday, for a total of 30 min. each day.
8/31: Shop for value, Check the Facts: Looking at the Nutrition label, does this food have any nutritional value? Is it worth purchasing?
Pronoun Button Making
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Use the Library's button maker to create your own pronoun buttons! We'll have pre-made design templates to choose from, or create your own using our craft supplies! Ages 12 - 19.
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Adult Craft Night: Hanging Planter
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for this adult crafting hour and make a super chic hanging planter for your favorite house plant. Bring a friend and meet other crafters for this creative and social hour. Ages 18 and up. Please Register.
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Please note that the rest of the Ellettsville Branch closes at 7 PM - arrive early before the program for any other Library business you may have!
Yoga With Baby
Thursday, August 25, 2022
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Take care of your body and build strength after having your baby. This gentle exercise supports the changing body's needs and deepens awareness to the caregiver's mind, body and connection with their baby. Yoga mats available for in-program use. Parents with children ages 0-2
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Postpartum Gathering with MonrOwen
Friday, August 26, 2022
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Come meet other families in the same life stage, chat, make new friends, and learn about postpartum/family resources within our Community! Our Postpartum Gatherings are super informal and drop-in style, so you may come and go as you please!
Jenni (from Bloomington Babywearers) will be on hand to answer questions and provide carrier/babywearing assistance! ALL families with very young children are welcome!
A partnership between MonrOwen and the Library.
All-Ages Day at the Ellettsville Teen Space
Saturday, August 27, 2022
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Curious about the Ellettsville Teen Space, but you aren’t a teen? Patrons of all ages are invited to check it out on the fourth Saturday of the month––there's a DIY design studio, video games, virtual reality, and more!
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Eat Smart Move More: My Plate
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Shelly Powell, Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program Advisor Covering Monroe County, for this three-part series on nutrition and exercise. Come for one session or all three! Please register. Age 18 and up.
8/17: My Plate: Learn the 5 food groups and how much should you should consume per day.
8/24: Choosing to Move More: Ways to include more movement everyday, for a total of 30 min. each day.
8/31: Shop for value, Check the Facts: Looking at the Nutrition label, does this food have any nutritional value? Is it worth purchasing?
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, September 01, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytime offers stories, songs, and rhymes to help get preschoolers talking, singing, and playing with books and words. Preschool Storytime is aimed for children 3-6 and their caregivers but older or younger siblings are welcome to attend.
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