Events at the Library
Events for June 20-October 20, 2013 |
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Microsoft Excel Basics
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to an introduction of this spreadsheet program offered in Office 2010. Learn how to create, edit and save spreadsheets, how to use formulas and print, and receive other tips and hints. This class is for those who have attended the Microsoft Word class or who have equivalent PC experience. | |||
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Intermediate Word With Microsoft 2010 at East 38th Street
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Age Level: Adults | |||
If you are comfortable using Microsoft 2010 Word but would like to learn more about the program's bells and whistles, you are invited to learn to use columns, bullets, basic graphics and shortcuts to make documents more functional and attractive. | |||
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Accordion Travel Map Collage Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 8 and up are invited to create a road map to guide their travels using stickers, old maps and other images. This 60-minute workshop is presented by Art With a Heart. | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Creative Writing Workshop
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Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up and teens are invited to a series of creative writing workshops during which they'll compile a bound book of their writings completed during the series that they can take home. This stimulating series is a great opportunity for participants to let their creative juices flow and have writing be a part of their summer. | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Films for Teens: Fast Five
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited for a showing of the film, "Fast Five" (PG-13). | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Showtime Films: Wreck-It Ralph
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Wreck-It Ralph" (PG). | |||
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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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Can You Dig It Juggling Show with Troy Roark
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a funny and insightful educational program by Master Entertainer Troy Roark. His show is filled with juggling, magic and comedy. Attendees will leave with a message that will be remembered long after the show is over. | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Creative Writing Workshop
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Age Level: | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up and teens are invited to a series of creative writing workshops during which they'll compile a bound book of their writings completed during the series that they can take home. This stimulating series is a great opportunity for participants to let their creative juices flow and have writing be a part of their summer. | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Films for Teens: Avengers
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Teens are invited for a showing of the film, "Avengers" (PG-13). | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Creative Writing Workshop
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Age Level: | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up and teens are invited to a series of creative writing workshops during which they'll compile a bound book of their writings completed during the series that they can take home. This stimulating series is a great opportunity for participants to let their creative juices flow and have writing be a part of their summer. | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Films for Teens: Men in Black 3
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited to a showing of the film, "Men in Black 3" (PG-13). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Madagascar 3
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Madagascar 3" (PG). | |||
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Indiana Pacers Fan Van
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children of all ages and families are invited to take a reading time out and read like a pro with members of the Indiana Pacers. This storytime will feature community guest readers and the Indiana Pacers' "wheel of prizes." | |||
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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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Altered Album Cover Art Workshop
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Age Level: School Age (6-11) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 8 and up are invited to talk about and investigate the album art of The Beatles. Presented by the Indianapolis Art Center, this workshop will show young ones how visual art and music work together. Using collage materials and old LP sleeves, participants will alter an album cover to create a new, original cover for the recording artist or group of their choice. | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Creative Writing Workshop
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Age Level: | |||
Registration Required | |||
Children ages 9 and up and teens are invited to a series of creative writing workshops during which they'll compile a bound book of their writings completed during the series that they can take home. This stimulating series is a great opportunity for participants to let their creative juices flow and have writing be a part of their summer. | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Films for Teens: Dark Knight
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited for a showing of the film, "Dark Knight" (PG-13). | |||
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Summer Showtime Films: Frankenweenie
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Frankenweenie" (PG). | |||
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Gardening by the Book Club: Edible Plants of Indiana
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited as Dan Anderson of the Indiana Native Plant and Wildflower Society discusses common garden and field "weeds" that are edible and nutritious. He'll bring live samples and lead a discussion on how to find and prepare some of these often neglected plants. | |||
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Card Making Workshop
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Age Level: Teen (12-17), Adults | |||
Registration Required | |||
Adults and teens are invited to learn how to make beautiful cards for any occasion during this program presented by Mary Tillotson. | |||
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Critter Chats
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Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families | |||
Children and families are invited to meet an animal face-to-face and spend time getting to know about it. Presented by Animalia, this program will allow attendees to ask questions about the animal they see. This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Critter Chat programs made possible by The Kroger Co. | |||
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Duct Tape Messenger Bags: Teen Workshop
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Teens are invited to use sharp cutting tools to create a one-of-a-kind messenger bag during this workshop presented by Art With a Heart. Attendees should arrive on time so they can complete the project. | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Showtime Films: Here Comes the Boom
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Children and families are invited for a showing of the film, "Here Comes the Boom" (PG). | |||
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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 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 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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Summer Films for Teens: Inception
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited for a showing of the film, "Inception" (PG-13). | |||
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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 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 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 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 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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Summer Films for Teens: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
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Age Level: Teen (12-17) | |||
Teens are invited for a showing of the film, "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" (PG-13). | |||
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Weather Wonders: Preschool Science Workshop
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 6 are invited to get swept away by taking a closer look at the weather. They'll learn about temperature, experiment with a Mad Science Pet Tornado, and see the different types of clouds. After attending this program, they just might be able to make some weather predictions of their own! Registration is required. | |||
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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 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 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 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 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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East Thirty-Eighth Street Book Discussion
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. | |||
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Rhyme Time
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Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years) | |||
Babies and toddlers with an adult are invited to rhyme their way to reading. They'll join Miss Elaine and Express Kids for fun and rhyming through music and sign language. | |||
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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 will a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 221-2094 or online at www.mchd.com/diabetes. | |||
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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 will a registered dietitian, registered nurse and health educator. Register by calling 221-2094 or online at www.mchd.com/diabetes. | |||
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East Thirty-Eighth Street Book Discussion
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Age Level: Adults | |||
Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. | |||
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Edible Bugs and Insects: Preschool Cooking Workshop
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Age Level: Preschool (3-5) | |||
Registration Required | |||
Preschoolers ages 3 - 6 are invited for a special story program presented by Your Gourmet Girlfriends. Young ones will learn about bugs and insects and create their own edible creepy crawler snacks. This program is an activity of the Donna D. Talley Story Theatre. Registration is required. | |||
