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Events for November 20-27, 2009. Sort By: location category date descending


Flava Fresh VI!
College Avenue Branch (North)
Thu., Oct 1, 2009 - Sun., Jan 10, 2010
during Library Hours

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Exhibit

Patrons are invited for an exhibit of contemporary art featuring 22 local, regional, national and international artists. Sponsored by IMCPL, PRIZM The Artist's Supply Store, The Great Frame Up, The Indiana Herald, and URBANE D'ART Inc. A closing artists' reception will be held on Friday, October 9 from 6:30 - 9 p.m.


The World of Paper Exhibit
Central Library (Central)
Sat., Oct 10, 2009 - Sun., Jan 10, 2010
during Library Hours

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Exhibit

View a traveling exhibition that tells the fascinating story behind the most ordinary, and most useful, of everyday objects: a sheet of paper. The exhibit of art and artifacts offers a global perspective of papermaking from its invention in China more than 2,200 years ago through the art and technology of today. This exhibit is curated by the Robert C. Williams Paper Museum in Atlanta, Georgia and is made possible through a grant from The Louise Lage Kirtland and Hugh C. Kirtland Endowment Fund, a fund of The Indianapolis Foundation.
This exhibit will be on display in the Atrium, the South Display Hall and Tower Floors.


CSI: Crime Scene Indy - Adult Reading Program at Central Library
Central Library (Central)
Fri., Oct 16, 2009 - Mon., Nov 30, 2009
during Library Hours

Age Level: Adults
Category: Activity

Adults are invited to read and rate their favorite mystery books and enter the Adult Reading Program Grand Prize drawing. Register for this "Month of Mystery" program in the West Reading Room at Central Library.


2009 One Book, One City Reading Initiative
All IMCPL locations
Fri., Oct 16, 2009 - Mon., Nov 30, 2009
during Library Hours

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Activity

The entire community is invited to join IMCPL and the Mayor\'s Office in reading the selected title from the classic Nero Wolfe detective series by Hoosier native Rex Stout, one of the 20th century\'s best mystery writers. Numerous copies of the title are available for checkout at all IMCPL locations.


techZone Activities
InfoZone Branch (North)
Sun., Nov 1, 2009 - Mon., Nov 30, 2009
during Library Hours

Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

School-age children and teens are invited for activities that will introduce digital media skills, from mastering online tools to computer animation. Inquire at the InfoZone for more details.
Contact the branch for program times.


"Gestations" by Cassidy Sevier
Fountain Square Branch (South)
Mon., Nov 2, 2009 - Thu., Dec 31, 2009
during Library Hours

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Exhibit

Patrons are invited the view the art works of local artist Cassidy Sevier. Meet the artist at the First Friday reception on Friday, December 4 from 6 - 8 p.m.


Make and Take: Puzzles, Coloring & Craft
Southport Branch (South)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 during Library Hours

Event In Progress
Age Level: Children of All Ages
Category: Activity

Children are invited to drop in and have fun with puzzles and coloring pages and to create a craft for home.


Saturday Drop-In Craft
Warren Branch (East)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 during Library Hours

Event In Progress
Age Level: Children of All Ages
Category: Activity

Children of all ages are invited to sit down and create a special craft to take home.


Drop-In Craft: Thanksgiving Day Floats
West Indianapolis Branch (West)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 during Library Hours

Event In Progress
Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Activity

Individuals of all ages are invited to make their own miniature Thanksgiving Day float.


Secondhand Prose Booksale: $5 Bag Day
Library Services Center (Central)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Booksale

The public is invited to purchase a bag of new and used books and other items for just $5. Proceeds support library programs and services through the IMCPL Foundation.


Saturday Afternoon Board Games
West Indianapolis Branch (West)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Activity

Individuals of all ages are invited to play a variety of their favorite board games.


American Girl Club
Wayne Branch (West)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 11:00 am

Age Level: School Age (6-11)
Category: Activity

Children ages 7 - 13 are invited to bring their favorite dolls and tell stories, create projects and learn about their dolls.


Fireside Chats With Hoosier History Live
Central Library (Central)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 11:30 am

Age Level: Adults
Category: Activity

Adults are invited to gather around the fireplace in the West Reading Room and listen to the broadcast of "Hoosier History Live With Nelson Price" on WICR-FM. An informal discussion of the show's topic of the day will take place. It's a great opportunity to get to know fellow history lovers in a cozy atmosphere!


Yu-Gi-Oh Competition
Wayne Branch (West)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

Children ages 9 - 16 are invited to bring Yu-Gi-Oh cards and duel with others. No trading, please.


Page Turners
Warren Branch (East)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Book Discussion

Pre-teens ages 10 and older and teens are invited to this monthly book discussion program that includes prizes and snacks. Call or visit the branch for this month's title.


Creepy Crawly Critters
Eagle Branch (West)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 2:00 pm

Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families
Category: Presentation or Lecture

Families and children of all ages are invited to learn about tarantulas, scorpions and more and meet them up close during this program presented by Snakehead Ed.


Central Library Tours
Central Library (Central)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 2:00 pm

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Activity

Tour the beautifully-transformed Central Library and learn about Library's architecture, history and offerings. Our trained escorts will describe the 1917 Cret Building, the four-story Atrium and the six-story glass and steel-framed addition. Tours originate at the Information Desk in the Atrium.


Clay 101 With Don Edwards
College Avenue Branch (North)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 2:00 pm

Please call to register for this event.
Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

Registration Required
Children ages 6 and up are invited to sit at the potter's wheel during this special craft program presented by Don Edwards. Come dressed for the mess!


Thanksgiving Family Storytime
InfoZone Branch (North)
Sat., Nov 21, 2009 2:00 pm

Age Level: Children of All Ages, Families
Category: Story Time

Families and children of all ages are invited for Thanksgiving stories, activities and a craft.


Sunday Coloring Sheets
Warren Branch (East)
Sun., Nov 22, 2009
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Age Level: Children of All Ages
Category: Activity

Children of all ages are invited to have fun coloring pictures of the season to take home that are worthy of the refrigerator!


Classical Concerts at Central
Central Library (Central)
Sun., Nov 22, 2009 2:00 pm

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Presentation or Lecture

Individuals of all ages are invited to experience the dynamic world of chamber music with members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. This program will be held in the Clowes Auditorium at Central Library.


Baby Storytime at Irvington
Irvington Branch (South)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Babies (Birth-2)
Category: Story Time

Babies 6 - 23 months and an adult are invited for stories and activities.


Stories to Start Your Week
Warren Branch (East)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories new and old from all over the world shared with humor, character voices and participation from those attending.


Play Date Preschool Storytime at Fountain Square
Fountain Square Branch (South)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009
11:00 am - 11:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, games and crafts and a chance to meet other children.


Quit Smoking
Glendale Branch (North)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Please call Registration at 221-2084 to register for this event.
Age Level: Adults
Category: Class or Workshop

Registration Required
Adults are invited as the Marion County Health Department offers counseling to address behavior change, group support and methods for coping with withdrawal and stress.


Open Wii Gaming at Decatur
Decatur Branch (West)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Age Level: Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

Teens are invited to enjoy their favorite Wii games and challenge their friends after school.


Family Storytime at Eagle
Eagle Branch (West)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009 6:30 pm

Age Level: Families
Category: Story Time

Families and children of all ages are invited for stories, activities and a craft.


Family Story Celebrations at Wayne
Wayne Branch (West)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009 6:30 pm

Age Level: Families
Category: Story Time

Families with children ages 1 - 10 are invited for a night of stories, songs and activities.


Family Storytime at Pike
Pike Branch (West)
Mon., Nov 23, 2009 7:00 pm

Age Level: Families
Category: Story Time

Families with children of all ages are invited for stories and fun activities.


techZone Tuesdays: Homeschool Days
InfoZone Branch (North)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

Homeschoolers are invited for fun and educational activities in the techZone, with an additional guided activity in the morning. Groups of four or more are encouraged to schedule a visit by calling 275-4437.


Wee Read Storytime
Warren Branch (East)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:15 am

Age Level: Babies (Birth-2)
Category: Story Time

Babies up to age 3 and an adult are invited for stories, songs and more. Bubbles, toys and puppets come together to create a rich and friendly storytime. Parents may visit with others while baby discovers the wonderful world of books.


Preschool Storytime at Eagle
Eagle Branch (West)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Children ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories, activities and a craft.


Toddler Tales at Nora
Nora Branch (North)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Story Time

Toddlers and preschoolers with an adult are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays.


Preschool Storytime at Decatur
Decatur Branch (West)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories and activities.


Storytime Under the Sea
College Avenue Branch (North)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, crafts and fun!


Baby & Toddler Storytime at Lawrence
Lawrence Branch (East)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Story Time

Babies and toddler up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by playtime and interaction with children their own age.


Toddler Social Time
Irvington Branch (South)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Activity

Toddlers age 2 are invited for an informal play gathering managed by attending parents.


Preschool Storytime at Southport
Southport Branch (South)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 11:00 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers ages 3 through kindergarten and an adult are invited for stories, songs and rhymes.


Music for Little Folks
Brightwood Branch (East)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 11:00 am

Please call to register for this event.
Age Level: Preschool (3-5), School Age (6-11), Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Activity

Registration Required
Children ages 2 - 7 and an adult are invited for a wiggly, jiggly and giggly good time with Miss Bobbie.


ABC's of Diabetes
Nora Branch (North)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Please call 221-2094 to register for this event.
Age Level: Adults
Category: Class or Workshop

Registration Required
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 the quality of life.


Baby Bunch at Shelby: A "Little Storytime"
Shelby Branch (South)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 1:30 pm

Age Level: Babies (Birth-2)
Category: Story Time

Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for Mother Goose stories, boardbooks, music and songs followed by playtime with specially selected toys for babies.


Central Library Tours
Central Library (Central)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 2:00 pm

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Activity

Tour the beautifully-transformed Central Library and learn about Library's architecture, history and offerings. Our trained escorts will describe the 1917 Cret Building, the four-story Atrium and the six-story glass and steel-framed addition. Tours originate at the Information Desk in the Atrium.


Study Lounge
College Avenue Branch (North)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

School-age children and teens are invited for quiet study time in the story theater.


Paws to Read at Glendale
Glendale Branch (North)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Please call 275-4410 to register for this event.
Age Level: School Age (6-11)
Category: Activity

Registration Required
School-age children are invited to improve their reading skills and boost confidence by reading to a trained therapy dog. Children can sign up for a 15-minute session with Wrigley or one of his pals.


Using Mail Merge in MS Word
Central Library (Central)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Age Level: Adults
Category: Computers & Technology

Adults with previous experience in using Microsoft Word are invited to learn to create personalized form letters or labels instead of editing an original letter several times to input personalized information.
This program will be held in the Computer Training Lab.


Pike Book Club
Pike Branch (West)
Tue., Nov 24, 2009 6:30 pm

Age Level: Adults
Category: Book Discussion

Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program.
The book to be discussed is "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson.


Toddler Time at Pike
Pike Branch (West)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:15 am

Age Level: Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Story Time

Toddlers 18 - 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs and movement activities that foster a love of books and reading.


Baby Storytime at Glendale
Glendale Branch (North)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Babies (Birth-2)
Category: Story Time

Babies up to 18 months and an adult are invited for stories and activities just for them.


Preschool Story Break at Wayne
Wayne Branch (West)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers ages 2 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs and activities.


Toddler Tales at Nora
Nora Branch (North)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Story Time

Toddlers and preschoolers with an adult are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays.


Preschool Storytime at the InfoZone
InfoZone Branch (North)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories and activities to encourage a love of books and reading.


Baby & Toddler Storytime at Lawrence
Lawrence Branch (East)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Babies (Birth-2), Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Story Time

Babies and toddler up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by playtime and interaction with children their own age.


Preschool Storytime at Shelby: Beat the Story Drum!
Shelby Branch (South)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 10:30 am

Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers and an adult are invited for a frolicking good time with stories, fingerplays and songs.


Toddler Time at Pike
Pike Branch (West)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 11:00 am

Age Level: Toddlers (2 years)
Category: Story Time

Toddlers 18 - 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs and movement activities that foster a love of books and reading.


Central Library Tours
Central Library (Central)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009 2:00 pm

Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Activity

Tour the beautifully-transformed Central Library and learn about Library's architecture, history and offerings. Our trained escorts will describe the 1917 Cret Building, the four-story Atrium and the six-story glass and steel-framed addition. Tours originate at the Information Desk in the Atrium.


Games Hour
College Avenue Branch (North)
Wed., Nov 25, 2009
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Age Level: School Age (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Category: Activity

Children and teens ages 6 - 18 are invited to play their favorite board games in the story theater.

Previous Events


E-Mail Basics
Central Library (Central)
Fri., Nov 20, 2009
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Over
Age Level: Adults
Category: Computers & Technology

Adults are invited to learn how to set up an email account, send and receive messages, and work with attachments.
This program will be held in the Computer Training Lab.


Here Come the Wee Babies!
Pike Branch (West)
Fri., Nov 20, 2009 10:15 am

Event Over
Age Level: Babies (Birth-2)
Category: Activity

Babies up to 12 months and an adult are invited to use books, songs, movements and toys to encourage baby's development and interaction.


Preschool Storytime at Lawrence
Lawrence Branch (East)
Fri., Nov 20, 2009 10:30 am

Event Over
Age Level: Preschool (3-5)
Category: Story Time

Preschoolers ages 2 - 5 and an adult are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays.


Secondhand Prose Booksale: 1/2 Price Day
Library Services Center (Central)
Fri., Nov 20, 2009
12:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Over
Age Level: No Age Restrictions
Category: Booksale

The public is invited to buy new and used books and other items at half off the Booksale's already-discounted prices. Proceeds support library programs and services through the IMCPL Foundation.