Visitors can follow the progress of the NFL football playoffs leading up to the 2012 Super Bowl in Indianapolis by viewing “The World’s Largest Football Bracket” at Central Library. This massive monument to the playoffs, measured at 120 feet wide by 54 feet high and encompassing four stories of the Library, can be found on the north glass wall of Central Library’s Atrium. Sanctioned by the NFL and the 2012 Indianapolis Super Bowl Host Committee, the display includes QR Code technology that can link users of smart phones to up-to-the-minute news articles related to both the AFC and NFC playoffs. The display, open to the public during regular Central Library hours, will be updated as the playoffs progress through the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 5.
Adults are invited to sign up for a one-hour session of personalized computer instruction to learn the basics of email, resume creation, Internet searches or more.
View the works of locally-prominent African-American artists during this exhibit sponsored by the Library's African-American History Committee. This year's theme is "A Post Super Bowl Extravaganza." Works representing a variety of artistic mediums can be viewed throughout the Library.
Beginning or struggling young readers are invited to read to a patient and non-judgmental therapy dog for a 15-minute session. It's a great way to improve a child's confidence and competence.
Children who are reluctant readers are invited to read to Gracie or Dandy, Golden Doodles. This activity can help young ones improve their reading skills and self-confidence. Participants may sign-up for a 10-minute reading session with Gracie or Dandy.
Join fellow history buffs to listen to and discuss topics heard on "Hoosier History Live" on WICR 88.7 FM. The radio program, hosted by historian and author Nelson Price, is a weekly radio adventure through Indiana history. Attendees can call in to the program and participate in the Hoosier History Trivia question which features a prize for the correct answer.
Learn to use The Indianapolis Public Library's website from your home, office, library, or any place with Internet access. Learn how to view your library account and search for library materials online.
Children ages 6 and under are invited to have fun exercising and learning yoga poses from a certified instructor from the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis.
Families with children of all ages are invited to hear stories from popular children's books and enjoy songs or rhymes. Children can complete a simple craft project.
Do you have an iPod, iPad, Kindle, Sony eReader, Nook, or other MP3 player or eReader? Your library has over 30,000 ebooks and downloadable audiobooks free for your use. Librarians will present the basics of searching for and downloading these titles to your computer, portable player or reader at this introductory eBook Class.
Adults and teens are invited to learn what makes a good poem and engage in writing exercises designed to strengthen their poetic skills during this two-hour workshop presented by The Writers' Center of Indiana.
Families and children of all ages are invited drop in any time to make new friends while playing board games or solving puzzles. Games and puzzles will be provided.
Children ages 6 and up are invited to make a headband for their favorite sports team using recycled materials and clever attachments. Local artist Sofiya Inger will lead this fun program. This program will be held in the Learning Curve.
Adults and teens are invited to learn about the unique demands of writing graphic novels during this two-hour workshop presented by The Writers' Center of Indiana. Topics will include thinking visually, formatting the script, pacing and dialogue.
Adults can receive one-on-one help from a trained librarian on such activities as using a computer or e-reader, completing a job application, searching library databases, or receiving simple reference assistance. Assistance is available by appointment only.
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.
Babies and toddlers up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by playtime and interaction with children their own age.
Meet one-on-one with an instructor to learn beginning computer skills such as parts of the computer, mouse and keyboard skills, and opening and closing applications. Other topics may include using the library catalog, getting on the Internet, and signing up for an email account. Please call the branch to make a reservation and confirm class availability.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3 and an adult are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills and school preparedness. This program will be followed by playtime with puzzles and an opportunity for caregivers to socialize.
Children ages 6 and under are invited to have fun exercising and learning yoga poses from a certified instructor from the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis.
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.
School-age children are invited to improve their reading skills and boost their confidence by reading to a trained therapy dog. Though not required, registration is recommended for a 15-minute session with Midnight, a black Labrador retriever.
Need to create a wedding or family reunion slide show? A speech or presentation for school or work? PowerPoint can help and we can help you learn PowerPoint! Adults are invited to learn how to use different slide layouts, transitions, animations, links, and photos in your presentation. Basic knowledge of 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.
Families with children of all ages are invited to hear stories from popular children's books and enjoy songs or rhymes. Children can complete a simple craft project.
Preschoolers ages 3 – 6 are invited to learn how to make healthy choices in this workshop presented by Mad Science of North Central Indiana. They’ll take a look at the new MyPyramid food guide, discover where food comes from, and find out which foods are good for our bodies. Children will take home a small reminder to make healthy choices. This workshop is made possible by the Ready to Read Initiative of The Indianapolis Public Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
Adults are invited as the Marion County Health Department offers a four-week self-management class that provides them with the skills and education to improve their quality of life.
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.
Patrons may call to register for free one on one computer assistance, which will include instruction on opening an email account and preparing a resume.
Patrons may call to register for free one on one computer assistance, which will include instruction on opening an email account and preparing a resume.
Teens and adults are invited to a presentation by Jerry Harrell, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at Ivy Tech Community College-Central Indiana main campus. The topic of this presentation will be time management.
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. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word is necessary for this class, which is held in the Computer Training Lab. Microsoft classes are made possible by support from the Hoover Family Foundation through a grant to the Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
Adults can receive one-on-one help from a trained librarian on such activities as using a computer or e-reader, completing a job application, searching library databases, or receiving simple reference assistance. Assistance is available by appointment only.
Adults are invited to an introduction to word processing using Microsoft Office 2010. Learn to create, edit and save documents, and how to format and print. Basic computer skills and familiarity with the mouse and keyboard are required.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3 and an adult are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills and school preparedness. This program will be followed by playtime with puzzles and an opportunity for caregivers to socialize.
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills and school preparedness. This program will be followed by playtime with puzzles and an opportunity for caregivers to socialize.
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited to drop in anytime between 12 noon and 2 p.m. for guided digital activities focusing on early computer skills.
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