Events at the Library
Events for May 24-31, 2017 |
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Irvington Fiberistas
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to bring their supplies to work on an existing knitting or stitching project or start something new. | |||
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Conozca las herramientas de Su Aparato Móvil: Celular, iPad, Kindle, y más
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Utilice las mejores aplicaciones y las herramientas eficientes y rápidas para su aparato móvil y utilícelas en su vida personal o para su trabajo. Comparta sincronice sus archivos entre sus aparatos. Para inscribirse, llame al 317-344-9921. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Spades Park
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Warren
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5), Families | |||
Preschoolers and their families are invited for weekly stories, crafts and play time. Families and homeschoolers of all ages are welcome to attend. | |||
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Sing Along With Miss Bobbie
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers with an adult are invited for a live, interactive music experience during which they can dance, sing and laugh together. This program is made possible by PNC Foundation through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Computer Tips & Tricks: Open Help
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to receive one-on-one help with questions or problems about using a computer or mobile device, including how to use apps, the Internet, email, and any Microsoft Office applications. | |||
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Mother Goose on the Loose
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers and an adult are invited for an early literacy program using rhymes, songs, puppets and instruments to foster speech development, motor coordination, self-confidence and sensitivity to others. Adult participation is required. | |||
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Preschool Story Explorers
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, song and dance, and STEM activities intended to build a love for reading and learning. | |||
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Baby Lapsit Storytime at Nora
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 18 months (non-walkers) and an adult are invited for stories, music and activities. | |||
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Toddler Storytime at Lawrence
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers 2 and 3 years old an adult are invited for simply stories, songs and playtime. | |||
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How to Save Money With Digital Coupons
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Discover how to use a computer or smartphone to save money with coupons found on the Internet. By the end of this class you should be able to locate and “clip” digital coupons for local retailers, print coupons from websites, and find couponing apps for your smartphone. Participants will need their own email account in order to take this class, to be held in the Computer Training Lab. Experience using mouse, keyboard and Internet is required. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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eBook Tinker Station
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
Patrons are invited to learn how to select and use eReaders, as well as search and download materials from the Library's extensive collection of eBooks, audiobooks and digital music. Patrons can drop in anytime during this two-hour visit by the Library's traveling eBook Tinker Station, which is staffed by an eReader expert who can answer questions about the equipment and collection. The Station provides reliable and unbiased information about this growing technology. The Tinker Helpline is also available to call for answers to your questions at 317-275-4500. This service is made possible by Comcast Heartland Region, the ALA/Information Today Library of the Future Award, and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Introduction to SAVI Databases of Central Indiana Statistics
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Age Level: Adults | |||
SAVI (Social Assets and Vulnerabilities Indicators -- www.savi.org) is a free online information system that helps you map, compare and store data about 2,000 Central Indiana communities. SAVI’s comprehensive, up-to-date statistics on housing, education, crime, and much more help businesses and organization create the charts, graphs, maps, and other results to make data-informed decisions. This introductory class, to be held in the Computer Training Lab, provides an overview to help participants decide whether they want to learn more about how to use SAVI. | |||
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Job Center @ Lawrence
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Age Level: Adults | |||
In partnership with WorkOne and EmployIndy, the Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by the Office of the Lawrence Township Trustee and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Spring Cooking Workshops: Freezer to Slow Cooker
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Learn to plan ahead, use your freezer and have meals ready to go right into the crock pot for a whole month! A presenter from the Marion County Health Department will demonstrate a method for preparing stress-free, ready-to-go meals in a snap. The program will include live demonstrations and food tastings. | |||
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Spring Cooking Workshops: Cooking With Superfoods
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Learn about superfoods that contain antioxidants and natural chemicals that are good for the brain and immune health. The Marion County Health Department will describe how to include these powerhouse foods in an everyday diet and how to cook and store them to preserve their superfood nutrients. This program will include live demonstrations and food tastings. | |||
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Immigrant Welcome Center Mobile Branch
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
New immigrants to Indianapolis are invited to interact with Natural Helpers from the Immigrant Welcome Center who can help them connect with local resources, including Library resources. | |||
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Teen Tech Lounge & Makerspace
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited visit the Teen Tech Lounge & Makerspace to create computer projects and maker projects. Makerspace days are on the second Thursday of each month for those who like projects involving their hands to make anything. Tech days are on the fourth Thursday of the month for those who like to explore how technology works or to build digital projects. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Teen Game Day at Pike
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited for an afternoon of board games, card games and video games with their friends. | |||
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Homework Lounge: Get Caught Reading!
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
School-age children and teens are invited to use the Library to work on their assignments or spend 15 minutes reading. Those who participate can get a prize from the treasurer chest for completing their homework. | |||
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Off the Cuff Teen Book Club
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited to come to the library and share their favorite books with peers. | |||
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Mini Computer Basics & Email Basics
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
Adults who have little or no experience using a PC are invited to learn to use a mouse and keyboard and other components of a computer. In addition, those with experience using a mouse, keyboard and Internet navigation are invited to learn how to manage their email accounts, avoid spam, and send and receive messages. | |||
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Clases Básicas de Computación: Conozca las herramientas de Su Aparato Móvil
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Utilice las mejores aplicaciones y las herramientas eficientes y rápidas para su aparato móvil y utilícelas en su vida personal o para su trabajo. Comparta sincronice sus archivos entre sus aparatos. | |||
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How to Use the Keyboard & Mouse: Introduction to Computers
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults with little or no experience in using a computer are invited to the Computer Training Lab to learn to use the computer mouse and keyboard, a needed skill in order to use a computer and the Internet. By the end of this class you should be able to recognize the major parts of a personal computer; understand the meaning of key computer terms; use a mouse and the on-screen cursor to make the computer do what you want it to; understand the parts of the keyboard and how to use them to create, change and delete text, and how to use the Microsoft Windows 7 desktop and toolbars. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Lawrence
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers ages 4 - 6 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, coloring and writing exercises, or a simple craft. | |||
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Little Learners Storytime
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Little learners ages birth - 5 years old and their families are invited to come together for stories, songs and rhymes. All are welcome to stay after to play! | |||
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TCU Foundation Job Center at Central Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free class for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session, held in the Computer Training Lab, will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The TCU Foundation Job Center is made possible by TCU Foundation and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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GED-TASC Classes
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to register for free GED/TASC classes which continue each Monday through Thursday through June 2017. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Baby and Toddler Storytime at Warren
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Babies and toddlers up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, music and toys! | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Decatur
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, fingerplays and crafts followed by playtime. | |||
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Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Nora
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Children ages 1 (walkers) through 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, music and movement activities. | |||
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Terrific Tuesdays!
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited to visit the Talley Story Theatre for stories read by a community of readers for fun, laughs and a good time. | |||
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Sing Along With Miss Bobbie
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers with an adult are invited for a live, interactive music experience during which they can dance, sing and laugh together. This program is made possible by PNC Foundation through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Make. Create. Code. Learn to Code with Text-Based Code
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Coding enthusiasts interested in a web-development career are invited to join us and begin exploring Free Code Camp, an online community that helps you learn to code, build a job-worthy portfolio of projects for non-profits, and earn a Full Stack Developer certificate, which takes about 2,080 hours of self-study to complete. No coding experience is necessary, but participants should feel comfortable using a Web browser. This program will be held in the Computer Training Lab. | |||
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Job Center @ East Thirty-Eighth Street
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by the Office of the Lawrence Township Trustee and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Spring Cooking Workshops: Cooking With Heart
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Learn how smart food choices can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke without requiring a special diet or one that's difficult to prepare. Join the Marion County Health Department for delicious, simple and quick tips for cooking for a healthy heart. The program will include live demonstrations, food tastings and a lecture. | |||
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Homework Lounge: Get Caught Reading!
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
School-age children and teens are invited to use the Library to work on their assignments or spend 15 minutes reading. Those who participate can get a prize from the treasurer chest for completing their homework. | |||
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Immigrant Welcome Center Mobile Branch
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
New immigrants to Indianapolis are invited to interact with Natural Helpers from the Immigrant Welcome Center who can help them connect with local resources, including Library resources. | |||
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Family Fort Night: Summer Reading Kickoff
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Families and children of all ages are invited to experience reading in a fort! Books, plastic tablecloths for construction, and a bedtime snack will be provided. Attendees are welcome to bring their own blankets and sheets. They can also sign up for the Library's Summer Reading Program. | |||
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East 38th Street Business Series
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn about starting a business and ensure its success during this free series presented by Larry Smith and made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Glendale
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Each session will be followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Decatur
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, fingerplays and crafts followed by playtime. | |||
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Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Nora
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Children ages 1 (walkers) through 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, music and movement activities. | |||
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Microsoft Publisher 2010 Basics
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Learn to create professional-looking materials such as brochures, flyers and newsletters. By the end of this beginners’ class you should be able to know what kinds of publications you can produce with Microsoft Publisher; create a basic publication such as a business card or greeting card; personalize your publication with your own text and images, and print a publication you created. Bring a favorite photograph to scan and insert into your new business card or greeting card. Previous experience using MS Word is necessary for this class. This class is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. This class will be held in the Computer Training Lab. | |||
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Sing Along With Miss Bobbie
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers with an adult are invited for a live, interactive music experience during which they can dance, sing and laugh together. This program is made possible by PNC Foundation through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Mother Goose on the Loose
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years), Preschool (3-5) | |||
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers and an adult are invited for an early literacy program using rhymes, songs, puppets and instruments to foster speech development, motor coordination, self-confidence and sensitivity to others. Adult participation is required. | |||
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Baby Lapsit Storytime at Lawrence
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies from newborns to pre-walkers around 18 months old and an adult are invited for board books, bounces and playtime. | |||
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Healthy Snacking Preschool Workshop
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited to join the Marion County Health Department for some tasty fun as they learn about healthy snacking options. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library. Foundation | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
The Library presents a free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills. The session will focus on job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume development, and instruction on basic computer skills. The Job Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Basics
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Learn how to write letters, resumes, papers, and other documents. By the end of this class, you should be able to: create, edit, save, and open a document; change formatting and appearance; check spelling and grammar, and print files. Before taking this class, to be held in the Computer Training Lab, you should be comfortable using a mouse and keyboard. Microsoft classes are made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Internet Basics @ Beech Grove
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Find out what you can do with the Internet. Learn to use links, read Internet addresses, save addresses for future visits, and search the Web. You must be experienced using a mouse and keyboard for this class, to be held in the upstairs Computer Training Room. | |||
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Social Studio for Teens
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens who are book lovers, social media fanatics and tech savvy are invited to come together to find common interests, make friends and have fun. Whether it's creating Live Action Role Playing games or Food Challenges, teens are encouraged to break the mold of the traditional library and help create the library of the 21st century. | |||
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Computer Help @ Pike
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to an open computer lab to receive one-on-one help with computers and mobile devices. Questions about ebooks, email, Microsoft Office applications and more are encouraged. | |||
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Writing Your Own Autobiography Series
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn ideas for creating their own book of personal stories during this free series presented by Toria Sanders, a former IPS language arts specialist who now operates a tutoring center to assist students. | |||
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ABC's of Diabetes
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults with diabetes or pre-diabetes along with family members and friends are invited to this four-part series accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. It includes instruction on medications, nutrition, exercise, monitoring, complications and available community resources. Class members will participate in individual consultations with a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 317-221-2094 or online at marionhealth.org/diabetes. | |||
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English Conversation Circle
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults who wish to practice and improve their English speaking skills in a safe and welcoming place are invited to this free session. | |||
