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.

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

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.

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? 

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.

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? 

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!

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! 

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?