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November 2022 - January 2023
JCPL
Johnson County
Public Library
p. 2 Janet Evanovich Visits
p. 16 Merry Prairie
p. 20 Meet Fly Guy
p. 25 Gingerbread House Contest
Read. Create. Discover.
Enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more!
Clark Pleasant Branch Franklin Branch
Family Toddler
Sat • Nov 5 • 10 a.m. Thu • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10 a.m.
Tue • Jan 24 • 6 p.m. Thu • Dec 1, 8, 15 • 10 a.m.
Preschool Thu • Jan 12, 19, 26 • 10 a.m.
Tue • Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m. Preschool
Tue • Dec 6, 13 • 10 a.m. Wed • Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • 10 a.m.
Tue • Jan 10, 17, 24, 31• 10 a.m. Wed • Dec 7, 14 • 10 a.m.
Toddler Wed • Jan 11, 18, 25 • 10 a.m.
Thu • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10 a.m. Family
Thu • Dec 1, 8, 15 • 10 a.m. Mon • Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 • 6 p.m.
Thu • Jan 12, 19, 26 • 10 a.m. Sat • Dec 3 • 10 a.m.
Preschool Yoga Storytime Mon • Dec 5, 12, 19 • 6 p.m.
Mon • Nov 21 • 10 a.m. Mon • Jan 9, 23, 30 • 6 p.m.
Mon • Dec 19 • 10 a.m. Sat • Jan 21 • 10 a.m.
Mon • Jan 16 • 10 a.m.
Storytime with Santa (Familes)
Sat • Dec 10 • 10 a.m.
White River Branch Trafalgar Branch
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Baby Preschool
Mon • Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10 a.m. Tue • Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m.
Mon • Dec 5, 12 • 10 a.m. Tue • Dec 6, 13 • 10 a.m.
Mon • Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 • 10 a.m. Tue • Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10 a.m.
Toddler Thu • Jan 12, 19, 26 • 10 a.m.
Tue • Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m. Family
Tue • Dec 6, 13 • 10 a.m. Wed • Nov 16 • 6:30 p.m.
Tue • Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10 a.m. Wed • Dec 21 • 6:30 p.m.
Preschool Wed • Jan 18 • 6:30 p.m.
Thu • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10 a.m. Thu • Nov 3, 17 • 10 a.m.
Thu • Dec 1, 8, 15 • 10 a.m. Thu • Dec 1, 8, 15 • 10 a.m.
Thu • Jan 12, 19, 26 • 10 a.m. Family Storytime at Bargersville Town Hall
Family Storytime Mon • Nov 28 • 11 a.m.
Sat • Dec 3 • 10 a.m. Mon • Dec 19 • 11 a.m.
Sat • Jan 7 • 10 a.m. Mon • Jan 23 • 11 a.m.
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BOOK DISCUSSIONS
Let’s talk about books!
BOOKS & BEANS BOOK CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB
TEENS
ADULTS, TEENS
CLARK PLEASANT BOOK CLUB
ADULTS
“The Boys in the Back Row” MONDAY NIGHT BOOK GROUP
“Greenlights” by Matthew McConaughey by Mike Jung ADULTS
Mon • Nov 28 • 9 a.m. Mon • Nov 28 • 6:30 p.m. • Zoom
Cafe Euclid, Greenwood
“Clues to the Universe”
“The Christmas Promise” by Christina Li
by Richard Paul Evans Mon • Dec 19 • 6:30 p.m. • Zoom
Mon • Dec 19 • 9 a.m.
Coffeehouse Five, Franklin “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks”
by Rebecca Skloot “The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle”
Wed • Nov 30 • 6 p.m. • CPB by Leslie Connor “Crazy Brave: A Memoir” by Joy Harjo
“Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” Mon • Jan 23 • 6:30 p.m. • Zoom Mon • Nov 21 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB
by Gail Honeyman
Mon • Jan 30 • 9 a.m. “Educated” by Tara Westover
“The Anthropocene Reviewed”
Main & Madison, Franklin Wed • Jan 25 • 6 p.m. • CPB
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON by John Green
BOOK DISCUSSION Mon • Dec 19 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB
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ADULTS, JULY 2022
“Before We Were Yours” by Lisa Wingate
Mon • Jan 16 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB
FRANKLIN PAGE TURNERS
ADULTS
“The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek”
by Kim Michele Richardson
Mon • Nov 21 • 6:30 p.m. • FRB
“My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You “A Thousand Splendid Suns”
She’s Sorry” by Fredrik Backman by Khaled Hosseini
Mon • Dec 19 • 6:30 p.m. • FRB Wed • Nov 30 • 1:30 p.m. • WRB
“Dead Sleep” by Greg Iles “Cloud Cuckoo Land” by Anthony Doerr
Mon • Jan 16 • 6:30 p.m. • FRB Wed • Dec 28 • 1:30 p.m. • WRB
CPB Clark Pleasant Branch TRB Trafalgar Branch
“American Sniper” by Chris Kyle FRB Franklin Branch WRB White River Branch
Wed • Jan 25 • 1:30 p.m. • WRB
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Children Children Children Children
Kids Cooking* Meet Fly Guy Tales for Tails* Brick Bots I:
SCHOOL-AGE FAMILIES SCHOOL-AGE Amazing Amusement Park*
Tue • Nov 1 • 4:30 p.m. Thu • Nov 10 • 4 p.m. Mon • Nov 21 • 6:30 p.m. AGE 5-8
We’ll work together to make a Celebrate Children’s Book Week with Improve your reading skills and enjoy Tue • Dec 6 • 6 p.m.
no-bake item related to the month’s Fly Guy! Take pictures, enjoy activities, time with a registered therapy dog. Build and program rides using the
story theme, then taste the results. and meet the smartest pet in the show. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the LEGO® Spike Essential system.
Welcome Desk or call 317-535-6206.
Brick Bots I: Code Club* Holiday Gifts for Your
Amazing Amusement Park* SCHOOL-AGE A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving* Favorite Grown-ups*
AGE 5-8 Thu • Nov 10 • 4:30 p.m. SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE
Tue • Nov 1 • 6 p.m. Learn the Scratch programming Tue • Nov 22 • 6 p.m. Tue • Dec 6 • 6 p.m.
Build and program rides using the language and create a coding project. Celebrate Thanksgiving like Charlie Make a special holiday gift for
LEGO® Spike Essential system. Brown. We will read “A Charlie Brown grown-ups in your life.
Preschool Edible Science* Thanksgiving” and make snacks.
Preschool STEAM Park* PRESCHOOLERS Little Coders Unplugged*
PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Nov 11 • 11 a.m. Christmas Countdown Chain* PRESCHOOLERS
Wed • Nov 2 • 10 a.m. Taste, learn and experiment with SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Dec 7 • 10 a.m.
Work with Lego® Duplo STEAM hands-on kitchen science. Tue • Nov 29 • 6 p.m. Explore and learn the process of
Park blocks to learn about creative Countdown the days till Christmas coding through fun activities.
problem-solving. Kids Robotics Club* by making a fun craft.
AGE 8-12 Preschool Edible Science*
Brick Bots II: Happy Traveler* Tue • Nov 15 • 6 p.m. STEAM Pop Up Playgroup* PRESCHOOLERS
AGE 8-12 Use programmable robots to PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Dec 9 • 11 a.m.
Thu • Nov 3 • 4:30 p.m. learn basic programming. Wed • Nov 30 • 10 a.m. Taste, learn and have fun as we
Build and program robots using the Drop in the Youth Program Room to experiment with hands-on kitchen
LEGO® Spike Essential system. Preschool STEAM* play, create or build STEAM-related science.
PRESCHOOLERS activities and crafts.
Wed • Nov 16 • 10 a.m. Storytime with Santa*
Fall Crafternoon* FAMILIES
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Enjoy books and activities as Brick Bots II: Happy Traveler*
we introduce the building blocks Sat • Dec 10 • 10 a.m.
Tue • Nov 8 • 4 p.m. AGE 8-12 Enjoy stories, songs, a breakfast treat
Join us to make a seasonal craft of STEAM. Thu • Dec 1 • 4:30 p.m. and pictures with Santa.
for a holiday decoration. Build and program robots using the
Homeschool Hangout* LEGO® Spike Essential system.
SCHOOL-AGE Holiday Canvas Painting*
Tinker Tuesday* SCHOOL-AGE
SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Nov 17 • 2 p.m. Hop and Bop*
Get to know other homeschool Tue • Dec 13 • 4 p.m.
Tue • Nov 8 • 6 p.m. BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Paint a seasonal scene.
Learn science and engineering students while you learn, participate Fri • Dec 2 • 10 a.m.
concepts when you build projects in activities and have fun. Experiment with movement and Tot Bots*
using our maker cart. rhythm in this high-energy program. PRESCHOOLERS
Tot Art* Wed • Dec 14 • 10 a.m.
Tot Bots* BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Kids Cooking* Explore and code robots without using
PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Nov 18 • 10 a.m. SCHOOL-AGE a screen in this hands-on program.
Wed • Nov 9 • 10 a.m. Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay Tue • Dec 6 • 4:30 p.m.
Explore and code robots without using after the craft for socialization and a We’ll work together to make a
a screen in this hands-on program. short playtime. Dress for a mess. no-bake item related to the month’s
story theme, then taste the results.
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Children Children Children Children
Homeschool Hangout* Preschool STEAM* Brick Bots II: Puzzle Bingo*
SCHOOL-AGE PRESCHOOLERS Happy Traveler* SCHOOL-AGE
Thu • Dec 15 • 2 p.m. Wed • Dec 21 • 10 a.m. AGE 8-12 Tue • Jan 17 • 6 p.m.
Get to know other homeschool Enjoy books, activities and crafts with Thu • Jan 5 • 4:30 p.m. Play bingo to win puzzles as prizes.
students while you learn, participate us as we introduce the Build and program robots using the
in activities and have fun. building blocks of STEAM. LEGO® Spike Essential system. Preschool STEAM*
PRESCHOOLERS
Code Club* Get Your Game On Jr. Hop and Bop* Wed • Jan 18 • 10 a.m.
SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Enjoy books, activities and crafts with
Thu • Dec 15 • 4:30 p.m. Tue • Dec 27 • 2 p.m. Fri • Jan 6 • 10 a.m. us as we introduce the building blocks
Learn the Scratch programming Bored during winter break? Come Experiment with movement and of STEAM.
language and create a coding project. and play some board games and eat rhythm in this high-energy program.
some snacks. Winter Crafternoon*
Tot Art* Kids Cooking* SCHOOL-AGE
BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Mario Kart Tournament* SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Jan 19 • 4 p.m.
Fri • Dec 16 • 10 a.m. SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Jan 10 • 4:30 p.m. Make a winter-themed craft.
Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay Wed • Dec 28 • 10 a.m. We’ll work together to make a no-
after the craft for socialization and Face off in a head-to-head bake item related to the month’s story Code Club*
a short playtime. Dress for a mess. tournament to determine the best theme, then taste the results. SCHOOL-AGE
racer in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for the Thu • Jan 19 • 4:30 p.m.
Saturday STEAM* Nintendo Switch. Kids Robotics Club* Learn the Scratch programming
SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE language and create a coding project.
Sat • Dec 17 • 10 a.m. Cupcake Cinema* Tue • Jan 10 • 6 p.m.
Explore rocket science and build a FAMILIES Use programmable robots to Tot Art*
stomp rocket. Thu • Dec 29 • 2 p.m. learn basic programming. BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS
Decorate a “popcorn” cupcake and stay Fri • Jan 20 • 10 a.m.
Tales for Tails* for the show. Dress for a mess. Tot Bots* Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay
SCHOOL-AGE PRESCHOOLERS after the craft for socialization and a
Mon • Dec 19 • 6:30 p.m. Happy Noon Year Wed • Jan 11 • 10 a.m. short playtime. Dress for a mess.
Improve your reading skills and enjoy FAMILIES Explore and code robots without using
time with a registered therapy dog. Sat • Dec 31 • 11:30 a.m. a screen in this hands-on program. Kid Council*
Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Celebrate the new year early with SCHOOL-AGE
Welcome Desk or call 317-535-6206. music, dancing, games and crafts. Preschool Edible Science* Tue • Jan 24 • 4 p.m.
PRESCHOOLERS Bring your ideas for new library
Kids Robotics Club* Brick Bots I: Fri • Jan 13 • 11 a.m. programs that you would like to see
SCHOOL-AGE Amazing Amusement Park* Taste, learn and have fun as we in the future. Snacks provided.
Tue • Dec 20 • 6 p.m. AGE 5-8 experiment with hands-on
Use programmable robots to Tue • Jan 3 • 6 p.m. kitchen science. Tinker Tuesday*
learn basic programming. Build and program rides using the SCHOOL-AGE
LEGO® Spike Essential system. Tales for Tails* Tue • Jan 24 • 6 p.m.
SCHOOL-AGE Learn science and engineering
Little Coders Unplugged* Mon • Jan 16 • 6:30 p.m. concepts when you build projects
PRESCHOOLERS Improve your reading skills and enjoy using our maker cart.
Wed • Jan 4 • 10 a.m. time with a registered therapy dog.
Explore and learn coding through Sign up for a 15-minute session at the
dancing, games and activities. Welcome Desk or call 317-535-6206.
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Children Teens Teens All Ages
Birthday Bash* Brick Bots III: Life Hacks* No-Bake Desserts for Teens* Holiday Cards for Service Members
SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Nov 7 • 4 p.m. Thu • Dec 15 • 4 p.m. Wed • Nov 2 • 4 p.m.
Wed • Jan 25 • 4 p.m. Build, create and program life-hacking Impress friends and family during Write a positive note or draw a happy
Have a birthday this month? Come robots using the LEGO® Spike the holidays with some sweet treats. picture for military service members
celebrate with a special birthday Prime system. Create, decorate and eat several to receive during the holiday season.
storytime and treat. different desserts. Even squiggly pictures from tiny artists
Marvel Trivia for Teens are appreciated.
Homeschool Hangout* Thu • Nov 10 • 4 p.m. Teen Robotics*
SCHOOL-AGE Ace Marvel trivia questions Mon • Dec 19 • 4 p.m. Block Party*
Thu • Jan 26 • 2 p.m. to show how much you know. Themed Learn to build and code robots. Sat • Nov 12 • 3 p.m.
Get to know other homeschool prizes will be awarded. Bring your imagination to create works
students while you learn at the library, Star Wars Trivia of art with LEGO® bricks. Finished work
participate in activities about music, Teen Robotics* Thu • Jan 5 • 4 p.m. will be highlighted on Facebook.
science, history, books or just plain fun. Mon • Nov 14 • 4 p.m. Impress your friends with your
Learn to build and code robots. knowledge of the Star Wars Universe. Messy Cookie Decorating*
Snowflake Science* Themed prizes will be awarded. Sat • Dec 3 • 10 a.m.
SCHOOL-AGE DIY Perler Bead Magnets* Register for your spot to decorate
Thu • Jan 26 • 4:30 p.m. Thu • Nov 17 • 4 p.m. Brick Bots III: Life Hacks* a cookie the messy way.
Learn about the science of snowflakes Create your favorite superheroes, Mon • Jan 9 • 4 p.m.
and print a 3D snowflake. Disney characters or fandoms, then Build, create and program life-hacking Silly Safaris Reindeer Reserve*
turn them into a fun magnet. robots using the LEGO® Spike Fri • Dec 9 • 4:30 p.m.
Get Your Game On Jr. Prime system. Join us for Silly Safaris Reindeer
SCHOOL-AGE The Nightmare Before Christmas Reserve starring one of Santa’s Elves,
Tue • Jan 31 • 5:30 p.m. Trivia for Teens Careers in STEAM reindeer and other animals.
Let’s get together to play some Thu • Dec 1 • 4 p.m. Sat • Jan 14 • 10 a.m.
old-school board games and enjoy Everyone loves the cult classic “The Thinking about becoming an engi- Block Party*
some snacks. Nightmare Before Christmas.” Can you neer? Then join us for a panel discus- Wed • Dec 21 • 6 p.m.
prove you’re the biggest Tim Burton sion and Q&A featuring Cummins Bring your imagination to create works
DIY Bird Feeder* fan? Themed prizes will be awarded. engineers. Adults welcome. of art with LEGO® bricks. Finished work
FAMILIES will be highlighted on Facebook.
Tue • Jan 31 • 6 p.m. Brick Bots III: Life Hacks* Teen Robotics*
Create your bird feeder and learn Mon • Dec 5 • 4 p.m. Mon • Jan 16 • 4 p.m. Friendship Cards for Seniors
about our backyard birds. Build, create and program life-hacking Learn to build and code robots. Wed • Jan 4 • 4 p.m.
robots using the LEGO® Spike Write a positive note or draw a happy
Prime system. Teen Anime Club picture for senior citizens to receive on
Thu • Jan 19 • 4 p.m. Valentine’s Day. Even squiggly pictures
Enjoy high-action anime, snacks and a from tiny artists are appreciated.
chibi drawing contest with other teens.
Teen Art Contest Reception
3D Printed Bookmarks* Sat • Jan 7 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Mon • Jan 23 • 4 p.m. Submissions from the JCPL Teen
Design and create a 3D printed Art Contest will be on display.
bookmark in the STEAM Zone. Stop in, meet the artists and vote
for your favorite!
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All Ages Adults Adults Adults
Block Party* Crochet 101: Tunisian Stitch* Recipes for Good Health* Get Your Game On
Sat • Jan 21 • 3 p.m. Tue • Nov 1 • 6 p.m. ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Dec 14 • 6 p.m.
Bring your imagination to create works Learn a new crochet stitch with crochet Sat • Nov 19 • 10 a.m. Bring family and friends to this night
of art with LEGO® bricks. Finished work enthusiast, Connie Henderson. Basic Learn to cook simple, healthy recipes of board game play.
will be highlighted on Facebook. crochet skills are required. in this one-hour demonstration.
Crochet Christmas Creations*
Inheritance Planning Puzzle Swap* Tue • Dec 20 • 6 p.m.
Thu • Nov 3 • 6 p.m. ADULTS, TEENS Decorate your home for the holidays
In this workshop with Purdue Sun • Nov 20 • 3 p.m. with festive crocheted ornaments!
Extension learn practical information Bring one puzzle or more without any Basic crocheting skills required.
about the inheritance and transfer of missing pieces to trade for one that’s
non-titled personal property. new to you! Sew Together:
Hand Sew an Ornament*
Trivia Night Sew Together: Age16+
ADULTS, TEENS Applique Coasters, Part Two* Tue • Dec 27 • 6 p.m.
Wed • Nov 9 • 6 p.m. Sun • Nov 27 • 2 p.m. Learn to hand sew a holiday ornament
Bring your trivia team or get Complete the fabric coasters in you with instructor, Kathy Anderson.
paired with a team. started in the September class.
Adult Robotics* Mario Kart Tournament*
Read & Bleed @ Your Library* Tue • Nov 29 • 6:30 p.m. ADULTS, TEENS
Age 17+ Don’t let kids have all the fun! Join us in Wed • Dec 28 • 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Thu • Nov 10 • 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. the STEAM Zone to build and program Teens and adults, start your engines!
Roll up your sleeve while you read. To a robot. Face off in a head-to-head tournament
schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit to determine the best racer in Mario
RedCrossBlood.org. Trivia Night Kart 8 Deluxe for the Nintendo Switch!
Coffee & Coloring ADULTS, TEENS
Wed • Dec 7 • 6 p.m. Crochet 101: Waffle Stitch*
Mon • Nov 14 • 10 a.m. Tue • Jan 10 • 6 p.m.
Join adults for a relaxing start to Bring your trivia team or get
paired with a team. Learn a new crochet stitch with crochet
the week. Coffee, tea and coloring enthusiast, Connie Henderson. Basic
supplies provided. crochet skills required.
Coffee & Coloring
Building Bridges: White Supremacy Mon • Dec 12 • 10 a.m.
Join adults for a relaxing start to the Sign up for Lower Cost
and Environmental Racism Health Insurance
Tue • Nov 15 • 6:30 p.m. week. Coffee, tea and coloring supplies
are provided. Wed • Jan 11 • 1 p.m.
Historian Ben Clark shows how white A certified Indiana Navigator with
supremacy and its origins in North Holiday Tea* Covering Kids & Families is available
America shape our relationships with Tue • Dec 13• 6 p.m. to help people apply for Medicaid,
the environment. Sip festive teas, create a vintage Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier
ornament, listen to traditional holiday Healthwise at this drop-in event.
Get Your Game On music. All while enjoying finger foods
Wed • Nov 16 • 6 p.m. and playing party games for prizes. Get Your Game On
Bring family and friends to this night of Join us for an evening of fun! ADULTS, TEENS
board game play. Wed • Jan 11 • 6 p.m.
Bring family and friends to this
night of board game play.
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Adults Adults Children Children
Read & Bleed @ Your Library* Sign up for Lower Cost Crafternoon: Make Your Own Button* Forensic Science Experiments*
Thu • Jan 12 • 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Health Insurance SCHOOL-AGE FAMILIES
Roll up your sleeve while you read. Wed • Jan 25 • 1 p.m. Wed • Nov 2 • 4:30 p.m. Tue • Nov 15 • 4:30 p.m.
To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit A certified Indiana Navigator with Bring your own picture or decorate one Try forensic science experiments with
RedCrossBlood.org. Covering Kids & Families is available here. Then, make a button or magnet. Franklin College chemistry students.
to help people apply for Medicaid,
Sew Together: Sewing 101* Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Homeschool Huddle* Paws to Read*
Tue • Jan 17 • 6 p.m. Healthwise at this drop-in event. SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE
Learn about the tools, terminology, Tue • Nov 8 • 2 p.m. Tue • Nov 15 • 6:30 p.m.
patterns and other basics of sewing From the Summer of Love Enjoy a story and activity as you get to Improve your reading skills and enjoy
with instructor, Kathy Anderson. to Woodstock know other homeschool families. time with a registered therapy dog.
ADULTS, TEENS Sign up for a 15-minute session at the
Movie Night: “Hunt for the Sat • Jan 28 • 3 p.m. Full STEAM Ahead: Planet Craft* Children’s Desk or call 317-738-2833.
Wilderpeople” (Rated PG-13) Listen to signature hits from the 60s SCHOOL-AGE
Wed • Jan 18 • 5:30 p.m. and learn how the iconic Woodstock Tue • Nov 8 • 4:30 p.m. Improv Play Acting*
festival changed our culture. Explore the world of science and SCHOOL-AGE
A manhunt is ordered for a kid and his technology with experiments and Thu • Nov 17 • 4:30 p.m.
foster uncle who go missing in the New crafts. Create a planet decoration. Act out with us! Have fun improvising
Zealand bush. Refreshments provided. scenes and learning acting games.
Meet Fly Guy
Coffee & Coloring FAMILIES Celebrate International
Mon • Jan 23 • 10 a.m. Wed • Nov 9 • 10 a.m. Education Week
Join other adults for a relaxing start Celebrate Children’s Book Week with FAMILIES
to the week. Coffee, tea and coloring Fly Guy! Take pictures, enjoy activities Thu • Nov 17 • 6:30 p.m.
supplies provided. and meet the smartest pet in the show. Celebrate International Education
Week. Learn about countries from
NaNoWriMo: Young Writers* local exchange students.
SCHOOL-AGE
Wed • Nov 9, 23, 30 • 4 p.m. Little Scientists*
Join us for NaNoWriMo, or National PRESCHOOLERS
Novel Writing Month. Drop in to ask Fri • Nov 18 • 10 a.m.
questions, stay focused and write! Discover the wonders of science
through books, simple experiments
FrankenBrain* and interactive learning.
FAMILIES
Wed • Nov 9 • 4:30 p.m. Hop and Bop*
Try brain science experiments with BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS
Franklin College psychology students. Fri • Dec 2 • 10 a.m.
Experiment with movement and
Baby and Me Playdate rhythm at this high-energy program.
BABIES & TODDLERS
Fri • Nov 11 • 10 a.m.
We’ll read a book and have guided
free-play with toys and activities.
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TRAFALGAR BRANCH
LIBRARY
Fri • Dec 9 • 6-8 p.m.
6 p.m.
Santa & Mrs. Claus
Light Up the Prairie
6-8 p.m.
Visit with Santa
6:30-8 p.m.
Holiday Karaoke
7-8 p.m.
See Live Reindeer
from Silly Safaris
Reindeer Reserve
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PageAfterPage.org/MerryPrairie
Vote for Your Favorite Gingerbread House
CRAFTS HOT CHOCOLATE CAROLING &
& GAMES & MORE HOLIDAY MUSIC
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Children Children Children Teens
Full STEAM Ahead: Paws to Read* Paws to Read* Get Your Game On: QuipLash
Simple Machines* SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Nov 14 • 6 p.m.
SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Dec 13 • 6:30 p.m. Tue • Jan 17 • 6:30 p.m. QuipLash is a word game where
Tue • Dec 6 • 4:30 p.m. Improve your reading skills and enjoy Improve your reading skills and enjoy players go head-to-head to come
Explore the world of science and time with a registered therapy dog. time with a registered therapy dog. up with the cleverest response to
technology with experiments and Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Sign up for a 15-minute session at the silly prompts.
crafts. We’ll make simple machines. Children’s Desk or call 317-738-2833. Children’s Desk or call 317-738-2833.
Get Your Game On: Fakin’ It
Around the World Tot Art* Crafternoon: DIY Toys* Thu • Dec 8 • 6 p.m.
Christmas Celebrations BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS SCHOOL-AGE Figure out which players are telling
FAMILIES Fri • Dec 16 • 10 a.m. Wed • Jan 18 • 4:30 p.m. the truth and which one is the Faker
Tue • Dec 6 • 6:30 p.m. Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay Make toys such as a whirligig and when you answer yes-or-no prompts
Learn how other countries celebrate after the craft for socialization and a paper top. as a group.
Christmastime. a short playtime. Dress for a mess.
Improv Play Acting* Get Your Game On:
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts* Happy Noon Year SCHOOL-AGE Trivia Murder Party
SCHOOL-AGE FAMILIES Thu • Jan 19 • 4:30 p.m. Thu • Jan 12 • 6 p.m.
Wed • Dec 7 • 4:30 p.m. Sat • Dec 31 • 11:30 a.m. Act out with us! Have fun improvising Answer trivia questions correctly
Decorate a holiday gift bag Celebrate the New Year a little early scenes and learning acting games. or you’ll find yourself on The Killing
and make other festive crafts. with music, dancing, games and crafts. Floor where players compete in
Hop and Bop* devious mini games.
Baby and Me Playdate Crafternoon: Paper Sculptures* BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS
BABIES & TODDLERS SCHOOL-AGE Fri • Jan 20 • 10 a.m.
Fri • Dec 9 • 10 a.m. Wed • Jan 4 • 4:30 p.m. Experiment with movement and
We’ll read a book and have guided Use colorful paper scraps to build rhythm at this high-energy program.
free-play with toys and activities. 3D paper sculptures.
Zumba Kids with Sheri*
Full STEAM Ahead: NATIVE
VOICES
Baby and Me Playdate Edible Experiments*
GRADES 1-6 SCHOOL-AGE
Fri • Dec 9 • 4:30 p.m. BABIES & TODDLERS
Fri • Jan 6 • 10 a.m. Tue • Jan 24 • 4:30 p.m. Iroquois Raised Beadwork
Learn a fun way to exercise with Explore the world of science and
Zumba instructor Sheri Lloyd. We’ll read a book and have guided
free-play with toys and activities. technology with edible experiments. With award-winning artist
Homeschool Huddle* If you have a food allergy, please Karen Ann Hoffman of the
SCHOOL-AGE Homeschool Huddle* notify the library before attending.
SCHOOL-AGE Oneida Nation of Wisconsin.
Tue • Dec 13 • 2 p.m.
Enjoy a story and activity as you get Tue • Jan 10 • 2 p.m. Sticker Mania*
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Nov 16 • 4:30 p.m.
to know other homeschool families. Enjoy a story and activity as you get
to know other homeschool families. Wed • Jan 25 • 4:30 p.m. Franklin Branch Library
Improv Play Acting* We’ll create and use stickers to make a
SCHOOL-AGE Little Scientists* fun notebook.
Tue • Dec 13 • 4:30 p.m. PRESCHOOLERS
Act out with us! Have fun improvising Fri • Jan 13 • 10 a.m. Tot Art*
scenes and learning acting games. Discover the wonders of science BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS
through books, simple experiments Fri • Jan 27 • 10 a.m. Made possible in part by the Nickel Plate Arts and the Indiana
and interactive learning. Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay Arts Commission, with support from the State of Indiana and
after the craft for socialization and a the National Endowment for the Arts.
short playtime. Dress for a mess.
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All Ages All Ages Adults Adults
Chess Club Silly Safaris Reindeer Reserve* Read & Bleed @ Your Library* Naloxone Community Training
Tue • Nov 1 • 4:30 p.m. Wed • Dec 7 • 6 p.m. AGE 17+ Sat • Dec 10 • 2 p.m.
Beginner or a seasoned player, Join us for Silly Safaris Reindeer Mon • Nov 7 • 2-6 p.m. Learn how to recognize signs of an
come and test yourself against Reserve starring one of Santa’s Elves Roll up your sleeve while you read. opioid overdose and administer
others in a friendly game of chess. and one of Santa’s reindeer and To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit Naloxone, the overdose reversal drug.
other animals. RedCrossBlood.org.
Thank You Cards for Tin Can Snowmen*
Community Helpers Chess Club Home Sweet Home Cross-stitch* ADULTS, TEENS
Nov. 1 - 30 • Drop-in Program Tue • Dec 13 • 4:30 p.m. ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Dec 14 • 6 p.m.
Drop in anytime in November to Beginner or a seasoned player, Tue • Nov 22 • 4 p.m. Make an adorable holiday decoration.
create a card to express your thanks to come and test yourself against Enjoy a relaxing hour of cross-stitching.
a community helper. others in a friendly game of chess. Note: this program is at the Library Christmas Wrap-up*
Services Center, 49 E. Monroe, Franklin. Fri • Dec 16 • Noon
Pinecone Bird Feeders* All Aboard! Wrap presents in a relaxed atmosphere
Sat • Dec 17 • 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mason Jar Lid Tree Ornament* with holiday music and hot cocoa.
Tue • Nov 8 • 10 a.m. Mon • Dec 5 • 11 a.m.
Wed • Nov 16 • 6:30 p.m. Drop by to see a model railroad
display created by the CINTRAK Make an ornament out of a Mason Guitar Cross-stitch*
Make an easy pinecone bird feeder. jar lid, string and fabric. ADULTS, TEENS
Model Railroad Club.
Tue • Jan 3 • 4 p.m.
Raptors of Indiana* Holiday Cross-stitch* Enjoy a relaxing hour of cross-stitching.
Thu • Nov 10 • 6 p.m. Cultural Exchange
Thu • Jan 26 • 6:30 p.m. ADULTS, TEENS Note: this program is at the Library
Learn all about raptors from the staff Tue • Dec 6 • 4 p.m. Services Center, 49 E. Monroe, Franklin.
of the Indiana Raptor Center. Discover a new culture and meet an
exchange student. Learn about their Enjoy a relaxing hour of cross-stitching.
traditions, food, clothing and more. Note: this program is at the Library Gnome of the Month*
Native Voices: Services Center, 49 E. Monroe, Franklin. ADULTS, TEENS
Iroquois Raised Beadwork Tue • Jan 10 • 6 p.m.
Wed • Nov 16 • 4:30 p.m. Tin Can Snowmen* Make a gnome-themed coaster.
Learn about traditional Iroquois raised ADULTS, TEENS
beadwork from award-winning artist Sat • Dec 10 • 10:30 a.m. Food Budgeting and Meal Planning
Karen Ann Hoffman of the Oneida Make an adorable holiday decoration. Mon • Jan 16 • 1 p.m.
Nation of Wisconsin. Purdue Extension of Johnson County
presents how to get the most
International Survivors of nutritious food for your money.
Suicide Loss Day
Sat • Nov 19 • 9:30 a.m.
Upstream Prevention invites survivors
of suicide to find connection and
hope through shared experiences as
we watch a documentary, share and
participate in a healing craft activity.
Cultural Exchange
Thu • Dec 1 • 6:30 p.m.
Discover a new culture and meet an
exchange student. Learn about their
traditions, food, clothing and more.
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Children Children Children Teens
Paws to Read* An American Girl Holiday* H-Club College Admissions Planning:
SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE Touring Campus
Wed • Nov 2 • 6 p.m. Sat • Dec 3 • 1 p.m. Thu • Jan 12, 19, 26 • 10 a.m. Mon • Nov 14 • 6 p.m.
Improve your reading skills and enjoy Bring your American Girl doll and cele- Homeschoolers! Join us for H-Club Learn to compile schools for
time with a registered therapy dog. brate the holidays. Make gingerbread to learn new things, hear stories, your college tour list. Discover
Sign up for a 15-minute session at the houses, a holiday gift and play game. make crafts and play games. alternatives to get a feel for a college
Welcome Desk or call 317-878-9560. campus without visiting in person.
Rainbow Snowflakes* Bubble Science*
Paint Like Monet* PRESCHOOLERS SCHOOL-AGE Pop Art Self Portraits*
SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Dec 6 • 4:30 p.m. Tue • Jan 17 • 4:30 p.m. Mon • Nov 21 • 6 p.m.
Tue • Nov 8 • 4:30 p.m. Make colorful cotton ball snowflakes. Blow the winter blues away by learning Create a pop art self-portrait.
Learn about the Impressionist painter Dress for a mess. about bubbles and doing experiments. Send selfies to eeverling@jcplin.org
Claude Monet, and paint a colorful by Oct. 31.
picture inspired by his work. Paws to Read* Marshmallow Igloos*
SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE College Admissions Planning:
Meet Fly Guy Wed • Dec 7 • 6 p.m. Tue • Jan 24 • 4:30 p.m. Scholarships & Financial Aid
FAMILIES Improve your reading skills and enjoy Build igloos using marshmallows Tue • Dec 6 • 6 p.m.
Thu • Nov 10 • 10 a.m. time with a registered therapy dog. and toothpicks. Learn how to complete FAFSA and
Celebrate Children’s Book Week with Sign up for a 15-minute session at the get answers to questions. Plus creative
Fly Guy! Take pictures, enjoy activities Welcome Desk or call 317-878-9560. ways to apply for scholarship money.
and meet the smartest pet in the show. No Talent Needed
Sugar Cookie Decorating*
SCHOOL-AGE Hand-Sewn Hand Warmers*
School-Age Chefs* Tue • Dec 20 • 4 p.m.
SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Dec 13 • 4:30 p.m.
Sprinkles, icing and more! Choose Make hand warmers using basic hand
Tue • Nov 15 • 4:30 p.m. sewing techniques.
Work on your baking skills while we from a variety of toppings to decorate
learn how to measure ingredients, your small batch of sugar cookies. College Admissions Planning:
follow recipes and make something What to Know Before You Apply
delicious. Giant Gingerbread People*
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Jan 19 • 6 p.m.
Thu • Dec 15 • 4:30 p.m. Learn the courses to take starting
Painting with Fall Spices* in 9th grade if you plan to apply to
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE We’ll make and decorate life-sized
holiday people. highly competitive degree programs.
Tue • Nov 22 • 4:30 p.m. Learn additional strategies to give you
Get into the fall season as we mix a competitive edge.
paint with spices. Paws to Read*
SCHOOL-AGE
Snowstorm in a Jar * Wed • Jan 4 • 6 p.m.
SCHOOL-AGE Improve your reading skills and enjoy
Thu • Dec 1 • 4:30 p.m. time with a registered therapy dog.
Isn’t it wonderful to watch a Sign up for a 15-minute session at the
snowstorm while you’re warm and Welcome Desk or call 317-878-9560.
cozy inside? Make a snowstorm to
watch anytime. Dress for a mess. A Snowy Day . . . Inside
FAMILIES
Tue • Jan 10 • 4:30 p.m.
Spend a cozy afternoon reading a
“The Snowy Day” and making snow.
22 NOVEMBER 2022 - JANUARY 2023 NOVEMBER 2022 - JANUARY 2023 23TRAFALGAR BRANCH TRAFALGAR BRANCH
All Ages Adults Adults
Merry Prairie Managing Retirement Assets Read & Bleed @ Your Library*
Fri • Dec 9 • 6 - 8 p.m. Thu • Nov 10 • 6 p.m. AGE 17+
The holiday season is here! Learn strategies to help you guard your Tue • Dec 27 • Noon-4 p.m.
Celebrate with friends, family and most valuable assets and protect your Roll up your sleeve while you read.
neighbors as we light up the prairie. pre- and post-retirement income. To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit
RedCrossBlood.org.
All Aboard! Model Railroad Display DIY Sharpie Mugs*
Sat • Jan 14 • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Wed • Nov 16 • 10 a.m. Easy Mocktails for Dry January*
Drop by to see a model railroad Decorate a mug using Sharpies. Thu • Jan 5 • 6 p.m.
display presented by the CINTRAK Perfect for a hot drink on a cold day John Reynolds, a master of mixology,
Model Railroad Club. or a gift for a friend. will teach simple mocktail recipes to
Crafting for a Cause: celebrate Dry January.
Naloxone Community Training
Kindness Rocks Thu • Nov 17 • 6 p.m.
Mon • Jan 16 • 4:30 p.m. Digital Resources Showcase
Learn how to recognize signs of an Wed • Jan 11 • 10 a.m.
Make the world a better place, opioid overdose and administer
one craft at a time. Help Upstream Did you get a digital device over the
Naloxone, the overdose reversal drug. holidays? Learn about Libby, Kanopy,
Prevention share words of
strength and encouragement hoopla and other digital resources
Snowman Canvas Painting* accessible on your new device.
by personalizing a rock. Wed • Dec 7 • 10 a.m.
Create your own painted snowman art. QPR Gatekeeper Training*
Sew Your Own Bookmark* ADULTS, TEENS
Tue • Dec 13 • 6 p.m. Mon • Jan 16 • 5 p.m.
Presenter Erin Davis shows attendees Do you know what to do or say if a
how to sew their own fabric bookmark friend or family member is showing
in this beginner-level course. signs of suicide? Join us to learn QPR
Gatekeeper Training.
DIY Votive Candleholders*
SILLY SAFARIS Wed • Jan 18 • 9 a.m.
Create your own votive candleholder
Reindeer using decoupage.
Reserve Homeschool 101
Mon • Jan 23 • 4 p.m.
Interested in homeschooling?
Meet one of Santa's elves Attend this presentation by Rachel
and a live reindeer! Williams of the Indiana Association
of Home Educators.
Wed • Dec 7 • 4:30 p.m. • WRB
Wed • Dec 7 • 6 p.m. • FRB Gardening Q&A
Thu • Jan 26 • 2 p.m.
Fri • Dec 9 • 4:30 p.m. • CPB Experienced gardeners from the
Registration Opens Nov. 1 Trafalgar Country Gardeners Club
answer questions about growing
Also at Merry Prairie: flowers, vegetables and herbs.
Fri • Dec 9 • 7 p.m. • TRB
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Children Children
It's Back!
Meet Fly Guy
FAMILIES
Fri • Nov 11 • 10:30 a.m.
Celebrate Children’s Book Week with
Pokémon Club*
SCHOOL-AGE
Sat • Nov 26 • 2 p.m.
Crafts, games and more!
HOLIDAY
Fly Guy! Take pictures, enjoy activities
and meet the smartest pet in the show. Dungeons & Dragons for Kids*
SCHOOL-AGE
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids* Fri • Dec 2 • 4 p.m.
Saturday, December 3, 2022
SCHOOL-AGE New to the game of D&D? Explore
Fri • Nov 11 • 4 p.m. characters and short adventures
New to the game of D&D? Explore with the Library Dungeon Master.
characters and short adventures
with the Library Dungeon Master. Sticker Mania* Mutual Savings Bank, 80 E. Jefferson St., Franklin
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE
Tales for Tails* Mon • Dec 5 • 4:30 p.m.
SCHOOL-AGE Create stickers and make a notebook.
Mon • Nov 14 • 6 p.m.
Improve your reading skills and enjoy Tot Art* 3 – 4:30 p.m. Cookie Entries Accepted &
time with a registered therapy dog. BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Public Viewing of Entries
Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Fri • Dec 9 • 10:30 a.m.
Children’s Desk or call 317-885-1330. Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay 3 – 5:30 p.m. Craft Time for Kids
after the craft for socialization and a
short playtime. Dress for a mess. 6 - 7 p.m. All Cookies on Display & awarded to the
Sticker Mania* Winners Announced
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Tales for Tails* winner in each
Mon • Nov 14 • 4:30 p.m. SCHOOL-AGE age category
Create stickers and make a notebook. Mon • Dec 12 • 6 p.m.
Improve your reading skills and enjoy
Block Party* time with a registered therapy dog. Contest open to all ages
FAMILIES Sign up for a 15-minute session at the
Fri • Nov 18 • 4 p.m. 27 MAY • JUNE • JULY 2022
For complete rules and
Children’s Desk or call 317-885-1330.
Create with LEGO® bricks. to register online, visit
Little Scientists* PageAfterPage.org/CookieContest
Perler Party* PRESCHOOLERS
SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Dec 14 • 10:30 a.m.
Mon • Nov 21 • 4:30 p.m. Learn science through books,
Create a melted masterpiece. experiments and interactive learning.
Johnson County
Public Library
Building Bridges for Kids: Kindness
FAMILIES
Wed • Dec 14 • 6 p.m.
Stories about kindness and a craft to
about how our actions affect the world.
Block Party*
FAMILIES
Fri • Dec 16 • 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: December 1, 2022
Create with of LEGO® bricks.
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Children Children Teens All Ages
Perler Party* Perler Party* Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes* Broccoli Stamping*
SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Nov 9 • 4 p.m. Wed • Nov 9 • 6:30 p.m.
Mon • Dec 19 • 4:30 p.m. Mon • Jan 16 • 4:30 p.m. Solve timed puzzles and games with Did you know you can use food to
Create a melted masterpiece. Create a melted masterpiece. other teens. paint? Use broccoli to re-create a fall
foliage scene.
Crafty Kids* Crafty Kids* Safe Sitter*
SCHOOL-AGE SCHOOL-AGE Sat • Dec 10 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Solar System Ambassadors Present
Wed • Dec 21 • 3 p.m. Wed • Jan 18 • 4:30 p.m. Age 11-16 the Artemis Program
Create snowflake window art. Come create a salt painting with us. A full-day babysitting course that Wed • Nov 16 • 3:30 p.m.
teaches how to be a safe and nurturing Join us for a presentation on NASA’s
Pokémon Club* Block Party* caregiver and to handle emergencies. moon exploration project, the
SCHOOL-AGE FAMILIES Bring a sack lunch. $25 is due the day of Artemis missions!
Thu • Dec 29 • 2 p.m. Fri • Jan 20 • 4 p.m. the class. Registration required.
Crafts, games and more! Create with LEGO® bricks. Sphero Sleigh Challenge*
Graham Cracker Gingerbread Sun • Dec 4 • 2 p.m.
Sticker Mania* Pokémon Club* House Decorating*
PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Reindeer may be able to pull Santa’s
SCHOOL-AGE Fri • Dec 16 • 3:30 p.m. sleigh, but can a Sphero Mini Robot
Mon • Jan 9 • 4:30 p.m. Sat • Jan 21 • 2 p.m. Celebrate the season by making
Create stickers and make a notebook. Ball? Compete to see who can steer
Crafts, games and more! gingerbread houses! the Sphero ball and sleigh through the
Tales for Tails* Stuffed Animal Sleepover* Super Smash Brothers Christmas obstacle course the fastest.
SCHOOL-AGE FAMILIES Ultimate Tournament!*
Mon • Jan 9 • 6 p.m. Mon • Jan 30 • 4:30 p.m. Tue • Dec 27 • Noon Silly Safaris Reindeer Reserve*
Improve your reading skills and enjoy Ever wondered what goes on in the Let off some steam by knocking Wed • Dec 7 • 4:30 p.m.
time with a registered therapy dog. Library at night? Your stuffed animal Nintendo characters into the wild Join us for Silly Safaris Reindeer
Sign up for a 15-minute session at the can find out when they stay over at blue yonder. Join us for a Smash Bros. Reserve starring one of Santa’s Elves
Children’s Desk or call 317-885-1330. the Library. Join us for storytime and tournament. Registration for players is and one of Santa’s reindeer and
leave your stuffed friend. Pick them required. Space is limited. other animals.
Little Scientists* up the next day. Holiday Tea Party*
PRESCHOOLERS Jackbox Party Games* Wed • Dec 21 • 6 p.m.
Wed • Jan 11 • 10:30 a.m. Wed • Jan 11 • 4 p.m. Celebrate the holidays with a festive
Learn science through books, LOOKING FOR YOUR Play wacky games with other teens! tea party! Enjoy special teas, tasty
experiments and interactive learning. NEXT GREAT READ? Bring an Internet-enabled device if you
have one.
treats and fun activities.
Tot Art
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Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay
after the craft for socialization and a
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Dungeons & Dragons for Kids*
SCHOOL-AGE
Fri • Jan 13 • 4 p.m.
New to the game of D&D? Explore Welcome Back!
characters and shorter adventures with
the Library Dungeon Master. PageAfterPage.org/finefree
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Adults Adults Adults
Gary Cooper Film Series: Beaded Snowflakes* Gary Cooper Film Series:
“Meet John Doe” (NR) ADULTS, TEENS “The Pride of the Yankees” (NR)
Thu • Nov 10 • Noon Thu • Dec 8 • 6:30 p.m. Thu • Jan 12 • Noon
Enjoy a film with a classic American Create beautiful, unique snowflakes Enjoy a film with a classic American
icon, Gary Cooper! Snacks, popcorn using different colored beads. icon, Gary Cooper! Snacks, popcorn
and refreshments provided. and refreshments provided.
Gary Cooper Film Series: BRANCH HOURS
Recipe Swap* “Ball of Fire” (NR) Tin Can Pencil Holder DIY* MON-THU • 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Thu • Nov 10 • 6:30 p.m. Thu • Dec 15 • Noon ADULTS, TEENS FRI • 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Connect with others to share recipes Enjoy a film with a classic American Thu • Jan 19 • 3 p.m.
Upcycle cans into pencil holders on Tin SAT • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
and cooking tips. Email a recipe two icon, Gary Cooper! Snacks, popcorn
days before to sdavis@jcplin.org. We and refreshments provided. Can Day using paint, scrapbook paper, SUN • 1 - 5 p.m.
will print copies to share. hot glue and/or mini dowels. (Trafalgar Branch Closed Sunday)
Book Trees*
Terra Cotta Pot Turkey* ADULTS, TEENS 2023 Vision Board Party*
ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Dec 15 • 6 p.m. ADULTS, TEENS CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH
Tue • Nov 22 • 6 p.m. Create a decorative centerpiece using Sat • Jan 21 • 10:30 a.m. 350 Clearwater Blvd.
Gobble up a great opportunity to use recycled books. Manifest your visions, hopes and Whiteland, IN 46184
your crafting skills as we create turkeys dreams for a new year. Create a vision 317-535-6206
using mini terra cotta pots, paint/paint Read & Bleed @ Your Library* board with Ta-Kisha Jones, CEO &
pens, leaves and hot glue guns! AGE 17+ Founder of MpoweredtobE.
Tue • Dec 20 • 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. FRANKLIN BRANCH
Roll up your sleeve while you read. 401 State St.
DNA & Genealogy Discussion Group* Yarn Covered Hangers*
To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit ADULTS, TEENS Franklin, IN 46131
ADULTS, TEENS
Sat • Dec 3 • 10 a.m. • Zoom RedCrossBlood.org. Tue • Jan 24 • 2 p.m. 317-738-2833
Join a discussion, led by a member of Puzzle Bingo* Transform ordinary wire hangers into
the Central Indiana DNA Interest Group beautifully braided and fully functional TRAFALGAR BRANCH
ADULTS, TEENS 424 S. Tower St.
(CIDIG), about using DNA testing in Thu • Jan 5 • 6 p.m. hangers, just like grandma did.
genealogy research. Trafalgar, IN 46181
Winners get to choose from puzzles Drawstring Bandana Backpacks* 317-878-9560
of all shapes and sizes. Everyone will Tue • Jan 24 • 6 p.m.
receive at least one puzzle. Create a drawstring backpack. All WHITE RIVER BRANCH
sewing levels are welcome. Please 1664 Library Blvd.
bring a machine if you have one. Greenwood, IN 46142
317-885-1330
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Fri • Jan 27 • 10:30 a.m.
January 27, 2023, is International
Holocaust Remembrance Day. Join
us for a screening of the documentary,
“Never Forget to Lie.”
Naloxone Community Training
Thu • Jan 26 • 6 p.m.
Learn how to recognize signs of an
opioid overdose and administer PageAfterPage.org
Naloxone, the overdose reversal drug.
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