Johnson County Public Library
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Monday March 23 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Social Work Support
JCPL offers confidential assistance and referrals. The service is available weekly on a walk-in basis. When you arrive at the Branch, please ask a staff member where to go for assistance.
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Monday March 23 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Baby Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers (birth-24 months) and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Monday March 23 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Monday March 23 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Beginning English
This class is for beginner English students and will focus on simple vocabulary development and basic English grammar.
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Monday March 23 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Spring Break STEAM
Explore the universe by requesting digital images from robotic telescopes. Learn how to enhance and visualize those images. Create stunning astrophotography. Registration required.
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Monday March 23 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Fiber Arts and Fairy Tales
All fiber arts and skill levels welcome! Bring your own projects or use a basic kit provided by the Library. We'll be meeting twice a month. Registration is required.
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Monday March 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Kids STEAM
Explore design and engineering with LEGO brick building challenges. Completed structures will be displayed in the lobby. Registration required.
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Monday March 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Block Party
If you can imagine it, you can build it! Create and construct with the librarys collection of LEGO bricks each month.
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Monday March 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Monday March 23 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
You Can 3-D Print
Join Dr. Pingnan Shi as he leads this beginner-friendly introduction to 3D printing workshop, giving a clear, hands-on look at how this fascinating technology actually works. Registration required.
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Monday March 23 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
This class is for English learners of all levels, and will focus on conversation practice, U.S. culture and customs, current events, and more.
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Tuesday March 24 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Zumba Gold
Zumba is a fun way to do fitness through choreography using Latin Rhythms. Join Sheri Lloyd for this fun class, designed for Seniors and anyone who likes slower-paced fitness. Registration required.
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Tuesday March 24 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday March 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Adult Learning Center Book Discussion
This class is for English learners of all levels and will focus on practicing reading aloud. Each month, we will read a book, or various short stories or articles together and learn new vocabulary.
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Tuesday March 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Storytime
Have fun and be creative, together! Encourage a love of reading and enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday March 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday March 24 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Spring Break STEAM
Explore the universe by requesting digital images from robotic telescopes. Learn how to enhance and visualize those images. Create stunning astrophotography. Registration required.
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Tuesday March 24 1:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Social Work Support
JCPL offers confidential assistance and referrals. The service is available weekly on a walk-in basis. When you arrive at the Branch, please ask a staff member where to go for assistance.
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Tuesday March 24 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Let's Talk Baseball!
Who was your baseball hero as a kid? What was your favorite team? Join us to reminisce about baseball in the 1940s, 50s and 60s, back when we were young and baseball was fun. Registration required.
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Tuesday March 24 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Tuesday March 24 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Beaded Opossum Keychain
Craft an opossum keychain using pony beads. Registration required.
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Tuesday March 24 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Tuesday March 24 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adult and high school adventurers are welcome, whether youre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Tuesday March 24 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Behind the Page
Discover how to find new books and learn about library resources with other book lovers. Everyone will come away with a bookish swag bag and a longer TBR list! Registration required.
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Wednesday March 25 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Storytime
Have fun and be creative, together! Encourage a love of reading and enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Wednesday March 25 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
This class is for English learners of all levels, and will focus on conversation practice, current events, U.S. culture and customs, English idioms and slang, and more.
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Wednesday March 25 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Spring Break STEAM
Explore the universe by requesting digital images from robotic telescopes. Learn how to enhance and visualize those images. Create stunning astrophotography. Registration required.
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Wednesday March 25 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hooked on Books
If you enjoy discussing books you've read, please join us. Copies of the book are available to checkout the month prior. A virtual option is available with the link sent upon request.
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Wednesday March 25 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Canvas Art
Let's get creative with paint!Dress for a mess.Registration required.
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Wednesday March 25 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Wednesday March 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
The Art of Jaune Quick-to-See Smith
Learn about the life and art of Jaune Quick-to-See Smith and then create your own masterpiece.
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Wednesday March 25 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Family Movie Series
Bring a comfy pillow and blanket and join us for a movie night at the library. Enjoy popcorn while we watch PG rated movie "A Minecraft Movie."
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Wednesday March 25 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Wednesday March 25 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Art Explorers
In honor of Women's History Month we will learn about the art of Beatrix Potter and her conservation of the English countryside. Then we will make our own animal watercolor paintings.
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Wednesday March 25 5:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
The Bendy Bookworm
Join Jessie for a fun mat yoga class focused on mindful movement, deep stretching, and relaxation techniques to release tension and calm the nervous system. All levels welcome.
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Wednesday March 25 6:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Writers' Club
Calling Young Writers ages 12-16 to meet at the library for discussion, inspiration, writing prompts, and sharing their works in progress.
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Thursday March 26 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Storytime
Have fun and be creative, together! Encourage a love of reading and enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday March 26 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday March 26 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday March 26 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Family Storytime
Have fun and be creative together! Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. Child's caregiver required.
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Thursday March 26 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
H-Club
Homeschoolers! Join us for H-Club to learn new things, hear stories, make crafts and play games.
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Thursday March 26 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
American Civics Hour
This class is for intermediate to advanced English learners and will focus on studying the history and government of the United States.
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Thursday March 26 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Spring Break STEAM
Explore the universe by requesting digital images from robotic telescopes. Learn how to enhance and visualize those images. Create stunning astrophotography. Registration required.
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Thursday March 26 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
English Experiences
This class is for intermediate to advanced English learners and will focus on a variety of fun English activities, such as word puzzles, watching videos or TV, and learning about U.S. popular culture.
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Thursday March 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Hatching Chickens
Learn about the hatching process from the Purdue Extension office and watch the chickens in their incubator. Register.
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Thursday March 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Huddle
Get to know other homeschool students while you learn at the library. Participate in a librarian-led activity about world cultures, science, and history.
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Thursday March 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Let's Zine About It
Learn about the history of zines while creating your own. No prior experience or knowledge of zine making is necessary.
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Thursday March 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Bonsai
Bonsai grower Steve Dick will explain this ancient art of growing miniature trees and show some examples.
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Thursday March 26 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Plastic Canvas Redeux
Every quarter we will make surprise plastic canvas projects leftover from previous classes. All supplies provided. Adults only. Please register.
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Thursday March 26 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adult and high school adventurers are welcome, whether youre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Thursday March 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Ultimate Grilled Cheese
Lean how to make a grilled cheese and play with different ingredient combinations. Registration is required.
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Friday March 27 9:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Read & Bleed @ Your Library
Roll up your sleeve while you read. To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org. AGE 17+
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Friday March 27 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tot Art
Create your own masterpiece! Create tot-friendly art projects. Child's caregiver required.Registration required.
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Friday March 27 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
This class is for English learners of all levels and focuses on current events and reading practice. We will read a newspaper for English learners to develop vocabulary and awareness of global news.
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Friday March 27 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Parachute Playtime
Join us for parachute songs, rhymes, and games.
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Friday March 27 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Spring Break STEAM
Explore the universe by requesting digital images from robotic telescopes. Learn how to enhance and visualize those images. Create stunning astrophotography. Registration required.
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Friday March 27 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Read & Bleed @ Your Library
Roll up your sleeve while you read. To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org. AGE 17+
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Friday March 27 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Free Legal Advice Walk-in Clinic
Receive free civil legal advice from River Valley Legal Aid, Pro Bono Indiana, Inc. This is on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are 15 minutes. No criminal law questions
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Friday March 27 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
DIY Storytime Activity Bags
Learn how our Children's Librarians incorporate ECRR Practices (Reading, Writing, Singing, Talking, Playing) into storytimes at the library and take home a bag of activities to do with your child.
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Saturday March 28 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Chess Club
Do you have a passion for playing chess? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere. Four chess sets are provided.
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Saturday March 28 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Cover to Cover Book Club
Love to read and talk about books? This book club meets monthly on Saturday mornings. This month's title is "A Girl Named Zippy" by Haven Kimmel. Contact the library to obtain a copy.
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Saturday March 28 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Project Prom
Going to Prom but don't have formal wear? Project Prom has you covered! Stop by to browse our selection of dresses, tuxes, shoes and accessories.
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Saturday March 28 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Family Storytime
Have fun and be creative together! Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. Child's caregiver required.
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Saturday March 28 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
How to Play Chess: How to Checkmate
Learn how to play chess from local chess teacher Dr. Pingnan Shi! Chess club is before this from 9:30-11. This lesson is on how to checkmate. Registration required.
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Saturday March 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Block Party
If you can imagine it, you can build it! Create and construct with the librarys collection of LEGO bricks each month.
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Saturday March 28 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adult and high school adventurers are welcome, whether youre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Sunday March 29 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Project Prom
Going to Prom but don't have formal wear? Project Prom has you covered! Stop by to browse our selection of dresses, tuxes, shoes and accessories.
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Monday March 30 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Books & Beans Book Club @ Crow and Clover in Greenwood
Love to read and drink coffee? Then this book club is for you. We meet at local coffee shops in Johnson County and discuss new books, old books, bestsellers and classics.
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Monday March 30 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Social Work Support
JCPL offers confidential assistance and referrals. The service is available weekly on a walk-in basis. When you arrive at the Branch, please ask a staff member where to go for assistance.
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Monday March 30 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Baby Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers (birth-24 months) and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Monday March 30 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Storytime at the Community Center!
JCPL is taking storytime on the road! Join us at the Bargersville Community Center for stories, songs, and a craft.
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Monday March 30 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Beginning English
This class is for beginner English students and will focus on simple vocabulary development and basic English grammar.
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Monday March 30 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter is a babysitting course for ages 11-16. Please call the Franklin Branch to register at 317-738-2833. $25.00 is due the first day of class. This class occurs over 2 half days.
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Monday March 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Royal Tea
Your royal presence is requested for an afternoon tea at the grand library. Please come dressed in your finest royal clothing and crowns. Tea, finger sandwiches and pastries will be provided.
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Monday March 30 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
This class is for English learners of all levels, and will focus on conversation practice, U.S. culture and customs, current events, and more.
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Tuesday March 31 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Adult Learning Center Book Discussion
This class is for English learners of all levels and will focus on practicing reading aloud. Each month, we will read a book, or various short stories or articles together and learn new vocabulary.
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Tuesday March 31 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday March 31 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Egg Hunt Storytime
Have fun and be creative, together! Encourage a love of reading and enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday March 31 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tots Storytime
Enjoy books, bounces, songs, rhymes and more at this fun early literacy storytime each week. Designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Child's caregiver required.
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Tuesday March 31 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter is a babysitting course for ages 11-16. Please call the Franklin Branch to register at 317-738-2833. $25.00 is due the first day of class. This class occurs over 2 half days.
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Tuesday March 31 1:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Social Work Support
JCPL offers confidential assistance and referrals. The service is available weekly on a walk-in basis. When you arrive at the Branch, please ask a staff member where to go for assistance.
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Tuesday March 31 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Get Your Game On, Jr.
Bring family and friends to this afternoon of board game play. Enjoy board games and snacks together.
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Tuesday March 31 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Special Movie Screening:
Enter the world of this tiny superhero through dazzling macro-videography and learn of their importance to our food web. Leave inspired about what's happening in your own yard.
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Tuesday March 31 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Project Prom
Going to Prom but don't have formal wear? Project Prom has you covered! Stop by to browse our selection of dresses, tuxes, shoes and accessories.
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Tuesday March 31 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Come play D&D with Noah, the library Dungeon Master. All adult and high school adventurers are welcome, whether youre an experienced player or someone who wants to learn. Registration required.
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Tuesday March 31 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Crafting Yesteryear
Celebrate America's founding by creating a colonial cross-stitch and listening to early American music! Every quarter we will make a fun handmade craft from years past. Adults only. Please register!
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Wednesday April 1 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Egg Hunt Storytime
Enjoy spring stories and songs, followed by a traditional holiday Easter egg hunt. Ages 3-5
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Wednesday April 1 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
This class is for English learners of all levels, and will focus on conversation practice, current events, U.S. culture and customs, English idioms and slang, and more.
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Wednesday April 1 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Crochet 101
Learn how to crochet an adorable rose granny square with crochet enthusiast Connie Henderson. Basic crochet skills are required; all supplies provided. Registration required.
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Wednesday April 1 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Project Prom
Going to Prom but don't have formal wear? Project Prom has you covered! Stop by to browse our selection of dresses, tuxes, shoes and accessories.
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Wednesday April 1 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
JCPL on Wheels Stop
Visit the bookmobile at this convenient location. Check out books, return items, and pick up items on hold. WIFI will be accessible for use by the vehicle.
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Wednesday April 1 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Paws to Read
Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered therapy dog. Sign up for a 15-minute session in person at the Information Desk or by calling 317-878-9560.
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Wednesday April 1 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
ExplorARTory
Want to take up a new artistic hobby, but not sure you want to commit yet? Try creating art on sheet music this month in this freestyle exploration hour. Registration required.