Events at the Library
Events for December 8-15, 2013 |
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TCU Foundation Job Center at Central Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
In partnership with WorkOne and EmployIndy, the Library presents a free class 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 TCU Foundation Job Center is also made possible by The Glick Fund, a fund of the Central Indiana Community Foundation, and The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund through grants to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Irvington
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies 8 - 23 months and an adult are invited for stories and activities. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Play Date Preschool Storytime at Fountain Square
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes following by playtime at the library. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Family Storytime at Eagle
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Age Level: Families | |||
Families and children of all ages are invited for stories, songs and activities. | |||
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Navigating the Healthcare Marketplace @ Central Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults can visit the Computer Training Lab to receive free one-on-one assistance in navigating the healthcare marketplace from trained volunteers affiliated with local healthcare organizations. The volunteer "navigators" can answer questions as individuals use computers to explore the marketplace website and assist with the healthcare sign-up process. | |||
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Holiday Origami Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up are invited to get folding during this program presented by Art With a Heart. They'll learn basic folds and create their own holiday masterpieces. | |||
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Cake Pop Workshop
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Age Level: Teen (12-17), Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Teens and adults are invited to a demonstration of how to make and decorate this popular and yummy treat. | |||
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The Monthly Reader Book Discussion Club
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. | |||
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Holiday Classical Concerts
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
Individuals of all ages are invited to enjoy their favorite holiday classics and carols performed by a chamber ensemble of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. This program is made possible in part with support from the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Promotional support is provided by the Fine Arts Society Classical Music Broadcasting. Hear all of its programming on 88.7, WICR. | |||
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Flanner House Book Discussion
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. | |||
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Family Sing-Along at Irvington
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Age Level: Families | |||
Families are invited for a sing-along of old folk and traditional songs. | |||
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Basics of Magic
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 8 and up are invited to try their hand at learning magic tricks during this fun workshop presented by Don Miller. An adult may accompany the child to help them remember the tricks they learn! | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn more about the bells and whistles of Microsoft Word 2010, including how to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional. This class requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Word. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and 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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Toddler Storytime at Franklin Road
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers 18 - 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, finger plays and flannel board activities just right for toddlers. | |||
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Wee Readers - Baby Storytime at Warren
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies and toddlers up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, music and toys! | |||
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Toddler Time at Pike
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers ages 18 - 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs and movement activities that foster a love of books and reading. | |||
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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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Toddler Tales at Nora
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers and preschoolers up to age 5 with an adult are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays. Wednesday story times are a repeat of the Tuesday programs. | |||
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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 and activities. | |||
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Preschool Stories Galore
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for fun stories, songs and fingerplays. During the 1st and 3rd programs each month, they'll also create a craft. | |||
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Baby & Me Storytime
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Families are invited to join non-crawling, non-walking infants up to 9 months old for this special storytime. This storytime is not for older siblings. | |||
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Toddler Storytime at Franklin Road
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers 18 - 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, finger plays and flannel board activities just right for toddlers. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Franklin Road: Let's Have Fun With Colors (Stories & Science Experiment)
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited to enjoy color stories and a color science experiment. | |||
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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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Crafts at the Carnegie
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
School-age children are invited for a drop-in craft that they can take home. | |||
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Knitting for a Need
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Teens are invited to learn how to knit scarves for those who need them. All scarves will be given to Horizon House, an all-service day center serving the homeless in Indianapolis. Although the program is for teens, anyone is welcome to make a scarf to donate. | |||
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Homework Lounge at Fountain Square
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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. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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PowerPoint Slideshows with Microsoft 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Learn to enhance your PowerPoint presentation by inserting sounds, movie clips, custom animation and scanned images. Participants are asked to bring images they wish to scan. Participants should already be comfortable using PowerPoint before taking this intermediate class. Microsoft classes are made possible by support from the Hoover Family Foundation through a grant to the Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Second Chance Series . . . Everybody Deserves a Second Chance!
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to a series hosted by District 68 Indiana State Representative Jud McMillin that will give them an opportunity to learn about House Bill 1482, which took effect July 1. It describes several levels of expungement for different levels of crime. Misdemeanors can be expunged five years after a conviction, while those convicted of class D felonies or higher must wait at least 8 years to petition for expungement. | |||
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Writing Across the Community
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Age Level: Teen (12-17), Adults | |||
Adults and teens are invited to receive one-on-one help with their writing from members of Marian University's Writing Center. Whether it's a homework paper, resume, book or anything else, this program will help make one's writing stand out and get noticed. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Franklin Road: Let's Have Fun With Colors (Stories & Science Experiment)
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited to enjoy color stories and a color science experiment. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Warren
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers are invited to enter the land of enchantment and enjoy traditional fairy tales and exciting new stories. Watch out for Mother Goose! She just might make an appearance. An imaginative craft project will follow the storytelling. | |||
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Toddler Tales at Nora
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers and preschoolers up to age 5 with an adult are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays. Wednesday story times are a repeat of the Tuesday programs. | |||
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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 and activities. | |||
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Smart Start Wednesday
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories and fun learning activities. | |||
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Wee Read Baby Lapsit
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies ages up to 1 year and an adult are invited for board books, bounces and playtime. | |||
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Preschooler & Me Storytime
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Families are invited to join preschoolers ages 3 - 5 for stories, songs and crafts. Siblings are welcome. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Franklin Road: Let's Have Fun With Colors (Stories & Science Experiment)
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited to enjoy color stories and a color science experiment. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Excel Basics with Microsoft 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to Central Library's Computer Training Lab to learn about the basic features of Microsoft 2010 Excel, including how to create and format a spreadsheet, enter and edit data, and use basic formulas. Previous experience in using Microsoft Word is necessary for this class. Microsoft classes are made possible by support from the Hoover Family 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Holiday Origami Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up are invited to get folding during this program presented by Art With a Heart. They'll learn basic folds and create their own holiday masterpieces. | |||
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Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults are invited to learn more about the bells and whistles of Microsoft Word 2010, including how to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional. This class requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Word. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Pike
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs and other activities to encourage their love for books and desire to read. | |||
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Baby Lapsit at Franklin Road
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies up to 18 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, finger plays and flannel board activities just right for babies. | |||
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Preschool Storytime at Irvington
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited stories, songs and fingerplays. | |||
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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 themed stories, songs and fingerplays. | |||
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Baby Storytime at Nora
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies and an adult are invited for stories, music and fingerplays. | |||
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Word Basics with Microsoft 2010
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Would you like to learn how to use Microsoft Word to write letters, papers, resumes, and much more? Learn about the Microsoft ribbon, how to edit and format text, adjust margins and line spacing, correct spelling automatically, open, close, save and print files. Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse and keyboard for this class. Microsoft classes are made possible by support from the Hoover Family Foundation through a grant to the Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Bright Beginnings for Toddlers
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Toddlers 1 - 2 years old and an adult are invited for simple stories, songs and playtime. | |||
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School-Age Storytime at Warren
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
School-aged children and families are invited for stories from around the world and your backyard that are sure to please! | |||
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Toddler & Me Storytime
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Age Level: Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Families are invited to join toddlers ages 10 months - 2 years for stories, songs and crafts. Siblings are welcome. | |||
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Baby Steps Storytime at Wayne
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2) | |||
Babies and toddlers up to 2 years old and an adult are invited for stories, popular rhymes, fingerplays and songs. | |||
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Job Center at the Library
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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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund 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 | |||
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 Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Fountain Square Afternoon Book Discussion
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. | |||
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Irvington Afternoon Book Discussion
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. | |||
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Job Seeker Computer Class: E-Mail
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Job seekers are invited to learn how to create a Yahoo email account and to send and receive email. | |||
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Introduction to Computer Basics at East 38th Street
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to learn about computer use, including basic terms, computer components and how to use a mouse. Participants also will be introduced to popular computer technology. | |||
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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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and 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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Homework Lounge at Fountain Square
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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. | |||
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Shared Reading Group at Spades Park
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to discuss the selected book title. Facilitator Anja Saak, who was trained by The Reader Organisation, will read excerpts from the book, but group members may volunteer to do so. The reading is interspersed with discussion. Refreshments will be served. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Books & Bytes
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs and rhymes inspired by Mother Goose. They'll also enjoy digital activities focusing on early computer skills following the story time. | |||
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Smart Start for Preschoolers
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 6 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, coloring and writing activities or a simple craft. | |||
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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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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TCU Foundation Job Center at Central Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
In partnership with WorkOne and EmployIndy, the Library presents a free class 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 TCU Foundation Job Center is also made possible by The Glick Fund, a fund of the Central Indiana Community Foundation, and The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund through grants to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Santa Comes to Fountain Square
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Age Level: Families | |||
Families are invited to PNC Bank in historic Fountain Square for carriage rides, photos with Santa, and a craft program at the Fountain Square Branch. At the branch, families can make a frame for their picture, decorate a cookie, sign up for a Bunny Book Bag Card, listen to stories, and enjoy the seasonal window displays. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Healthcare Information @ the Library
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to drop in anytime during the scheduled time to receive one-on-one information about the Affordable Care Act and the health care marketplace from representatives of local health care organizations who can explain and answer questions. | |||
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Winter Sensory Dough
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5), School Age (6-11), Families | |||
Families, preschoolers and school-age children are invited to explore winter's wonderful scents, textures and sights with sensory dough during this free play and drop-in program. | |||
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Pictures With Santa
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children of all ages and families are invited to have their pictures taken with Santa and meet some of Santa's friends during this event sponsored by the Franklin Township Chamber of Commerce. | |||
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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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Holiday Origami Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up are invited to get folding during this program presented by Art With a Heart. They'll learn basic folds and create their own holiday masterpieces. | |||
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Holiday Classical Concerts
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
Individuals of all ages are invited to enjoy their favorite holiday classics and carols performed by a chamber ensemble of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. This program is made possible in part with support from the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Promotional support is provided by the Fine Arts Society Classical Music Broadcasting. Hear all of its programming on 88.7, WICR. | |||
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Author Talk: Dr. Charles Thomas of Chateau Thomas Winery
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited as Dr. Charles Thomas of the Chateau Thomas Winery discusses his book, “Practical Wine Talk: A Physician-Winemaker Examines Wine.” Thomas educates on the scientific and medical aspects of wine consumption. A focus will be on holiday wine pairings, and holiday sugar cookies will be served. Dr. Thomas will sign copies of his book following the presentation. | |||
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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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and 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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and 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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
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Holiday Program & Pictures with Santa
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Families and children of all ages are invited for a festive program with treats, crafts, door prizes, music, and a free picture with Santa! | |||
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3D Printing the Future
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
Individuals of all ages are invited to view 3D printers in action. Representatives of 3D Parts Manufacturing, LLC, will discuss the emerging trend of 3D printing and answer questions. A high-end 3D printer will be on display, along with small-scale printers, a "petting zoo" of printed objects, and laptops running software used in the 3D printing process. | |||
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Holiday Origami Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up are invited to get folding during this program presented by Art With a Heart. They'll learn basic folds and create their own holiday masterpieces. | |||
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Holiday Classical Concerts
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Age Level: No Age Restrictions | |||
Individuals of all ages are invited to enjoy their favorite holiday classics and carols performed by a chamber ensemble of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. This program is made possible in part with support from the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Promotional support is provided by the Fine Arts Society Classical Music Broadcasting. Hear all of its programming on 88.7, WICR. | |||
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Holiday Origami Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up are invited to get folding during this program presented by Art With a Heart. They'll learn basic folds and create their own holiday masterpieces. | |||
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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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and 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 275-4500. This service is made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. | |||
