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Upcoming Events

Paws to Read - For kids ages 6–12

Sat, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room A,Discovery Room B,Kids Study Room 1A,Kids Study Room 1B

(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! For important... more

(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Sunday Vibes - Classical Pianist Liliia Levina de Hernandez

Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

Come to the first Sunday Vibes concert of 2025 and enjoy an hour of piano music performed by... more

Come to the first Sunday Vibes concert of 2025 and enjoy an hour of piano music performed by Liliia Levina de Hernandez and guests. Registration recommended.

Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Book Buddies - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For... more

(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Tales for Twos and Threes - For kids ages 2–3 and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about... more

(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Page Turners - Book discussion group for adults

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Meeting Room A

Page Turners is the library's Wednesday morning book group.

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Little Ones - For kids ages 12–24 months and their caregivers

Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about... more

(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

Thu, Jan 23, 9:30am - 9:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 10:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Library Babies - For kids ages 0–12 months and their caregivers

Thu, Jan 23, 11:30am - 11:50am

Main Library - Discovery Room A

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about... more

(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.

Movie Matinee: It Ends with Us - A free movie screening for adults

Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Community Room A

Join us for a screening of It Ends with Us (2024). Rated PG-13. Registration is required.

Overbooked - Student-led book club for teens in grades 9–12

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color... more

This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.

Sci-Night Spectacular - For kids ages 7 and up

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Main Library

Join us for Sci-Night Spectacular, a drop-in, hands-on science adventure led by students from... more

Join us for Sci-Night Spectacular, a drop-in, hands-on science adventure led by students from the Carmel High School Science National Honor Society.

Hearts Across Generations - Take-and-make kits for kids

Sat, Jan 25, All day

Joyce Winner West Branch

Children are invited to pick up a take-and-make kit at the West Branch to create Valentine's Day... more

Children are invited to pick up a take-and-make kit at the West Branch to create Valentine's Day cards for local seniors. Available while supplies last.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition: Morning Edition - A team puzzle tournament for adults and teens

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

The jigsaw competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a... more

The jigsaw competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a 500-piece puzzle. First to finish wins! Registration is required.

This event is full

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition: Afternoon Edition - A team puzzle tournament for adults and teens

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

The jigsaw puzzle competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a... more

The jigsaw puzzle competition is back! Teams of 2-4 people will have 120 minutes to complete a 500-piece puzzle. First to finish wins! Registration is required.

This event is full

Play-Doh Maker Station: Snow - For kids ages 4+ on their own

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Ages 4+) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make pretend snow to take home! No... more

(Ages 4+) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make pretend snow to take home! No younger siblings may attend. For info about required tickets and other details, read the full description.

ENL Conversation Group - An English language practice group for adults

Sun, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of... more

Practice speaking English in a relaxed setting. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Registration is not required.

Play-Doh Maker Station: Snow - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make snow to take home! No... more

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make snow to take home! No younger/older siblings may attend. For info about required tickets and other details, read the full description.

Play-Doh Maker Station: Snow - For kids ages 4–6 on their own

Mon, Jan 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Exploration Lab

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make snow to take home! No... more

(Ages 4–6) Come for stories about snow and use Play-Doh to make snow to take home! No younger/older siblings may attend. For info about required tickets and other details, read the full description.

Genealogy Drop-In

Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room C

A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with... more

A weekly drop-in session for genealogy enthusiasts or those who would like to get started with this popular hobby.

Books After Lunch - Book discussion group for adults

Mon, Jan 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Board Room

Books After Lunch is the library's monthly mid-day book club.

Behind the Book with Jennifer Coburn

Mon, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

Bestselling author Jennifer Coburn returns to Carmel to share her new book, "The Girls of the... more

Bestselling author Jennifer Coburn returns to Carmel to share her new book, "The Girls of the Glimmer Factory." Registration is required for this free author event.

Creating On Canvas: Starry Winter Night - Exclusively for kids in grades 3–5

Mon, Jan 27, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Discovery Room

(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 1/27 or 2/17 to paint a winter night à la Van Gogh! For... more

(Grades 3–5) Join us on either 1/27 or 2/17 to paint a winter night à la Van Gogh! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2025 at 9:00am

Nintendo Switch Game Night - A casual, drop-in game night for teens in Grades 6-12

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Teens in Grades 6–12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No... more

Teens in Grades 6–12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No experience is necessary.

Get Real: A Real Estate Update - Learn about the local real estate market

Mon, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room B

Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home, getting a realistic perspective of the housing... more

Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home, getting a realistic perspective of the housing market is key. Registration is required.

Pen & Dot - A bullet journal club for teens and adults

Tue, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room B

Adults and teens (grades 6+) can drop in to share ideas, get inspired, and work on their bullet... more

Adults and teens (grades 6+) can drop in to share ideas, get inspired, and work on their bullet journals. No registration is required.

Knights of the Square Table Chess Club - For kids in grades K–3 only and their caregivers

Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Community Room B

(Grades K–3) Beginners and those honing their skills can challenge peers in this special chess... more

(Grades K–3) Beginners and those honing their skills can challenge peers in this special chess club just for them. Read the full event description for important registration info or call 317.814.3992.

Registration opens Tuesday, January 21 2025 at 9:00am

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