Johnson County Public Library
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Monday May 19 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Bookin' It
Walk with the library and get your steps in early. We will talk about our current reads as we walk.
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Monday May 19 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Baby & Me Playdate
Join us for playtime that focuses on developmental activities and socialization for babies and caregivers.
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Monday May 19 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 May 19 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Beginning English
Learn new words, practice communication skills and very basic grammar.
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Monday May 19 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Teen STEAM
Use creativity skills to make Grass Sock Pets. Take them home to watch their "hair" grow. Have fun styling "hair". Registration required.
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Monday May 19 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen STEAM
Use creativity skills to make Grass Sock Pets. Take them home to watch their "hair" grow. Have fun styling "hair". Registration required.
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Monday May 19 4:00pm - 4:45pm 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 May 19 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Puzzle Bingo
Play Bingo to win puzzles. Everyone will receive at least one puzzle. All supplies provided.
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Monday May 19 5:15pm - 6:30pm 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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Monday May 19 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Yoga
Reconnect with nature, your breath and the world around you, with a guided Yin yoga practice. Some yoga mats available. Dress for comfort and bring a friend.
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Monday May 19 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Tales for Tails
Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered Alliance of Therapy Dogs canine friend. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Information Desk or call 317-535-6206.
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Monday May 19 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Franklin Page Turners
If you love to read and chat about books, join us as we discuss "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah.Come share your thoughts and insights on this title.
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Monday May 19 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Tuesday May 20 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Historic Markers & Memorial Day
Learn more about the history of Veterans' Markers in Johnson County with David Pfeiffer, the director of the Johnson County Museum of History.
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Tuesday May 20 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Adult Learning Center Book Discussion
Read short stories and novels. Discuss vocabulary, culture, characters, and ideas.
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Tuesday May 20 2:30pm - 3:15pm 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 May 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Kid Skills
Learn how to make a simple buttercream and practice using piping tips to perfect your swirl, among other techniques. For children in grades 3-5. Registration is required. Dress for a mess.
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Tuesday May 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Kids STEAM
Use your STEAM skills to dig up buried treasure and discover the secrets of ancient civilizations. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 20 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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Tuesday May 20 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Zumba Kids
Learn a fun way to exercise with Sheri Lloyd. Ages 3-12 please. Please register. Please include email when registering.
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Tuesday May 20 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
JCPL Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Library Board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. If you have concerns about the library or ideas for improving our services, you are more than welcome to attend the meeting.
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Tuesday May 20 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Watch Party
Watch a recorded interview with Karin Slaughter and Ramón Rodríguez, star of the television series "Will Trent." Participants will receive a free copy of "This is Why We Lied" by Karin Slaughter.
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Tuesday May 20 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons and Dragons
Play D&D with the Library Dungeon Master, Noah. Open to experienced players or beginners. Please register.
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Tuesday May 20 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Kids STEAM, Jr.
Use creativity skills to make Grass Sock Pets. Take them home to watch their "hair" grow. Have fun styling "hair". Registration required.
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Tuesday May 20 6:30pm - 7:15pm EDT
Cooking with JCPL:
Learn healthy and affordable cooking. Gain kitchen skills and get a recipe to make at home! Registration Required.
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Tuesday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Paws to Read
Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered therapy dog. Call 738-2833 to sign up for a 15-minute session.
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Wednesday May 21 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Funding and the Future of JCPL
Join the Library Director for a conversation about recent legislation that may affect JCPL funding in the future. Learn how JCPL is currently funded and what is at risk if we lose essential funding.
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Wednesday May 21 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Preschool STEAM
Use creativity skills to make Grass Sock Pets. Take them home to watch their "hair" grow. Have fun styling "hair". Registration required.
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Wednesday May 21 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Wednesday May 21 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Preschool STEAM
Enjoy books, activities and crafts with us as we introduce the building blocks of STEAM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.
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Wednesday May 21 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 May 21 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 May 21 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Beaded Windchime Family Craft
Design and assemble your own colorful beaded windchime using simple materials. This fun craft will add a touch of charm and music to your home or garden.
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Wednesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Estate Planning
Learn about how to plan for end of life decisions and develop an estate plan with Valarie Brunning, an attorney with Findley Law.
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Wednesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Handwriting Analysis: an Introduction
Trish Towey, Certified Handwriting Analyst, will present an introduction to Hand Writing Analysis and analyze the written personality traits of actors and past presidents. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 21 6:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Writers' Club
Calling Young Writers ages 10-15 to meet at the library for discussion, inspiration, writing prompts, and sharing their works in progress.
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Thursday May 22 1:00pm - 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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Thursday May 22 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Hangout
Join classmates for some gardening skills in planting green beans in our Learning Garden at the library. Enjoy a bean story, help plant seeds, and eat some green beans in a variety of ways!
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Thursday May 22 4:00pm - 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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Thursday May 22 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Canvas Art
Be creative and make a masterpiece on canvas. Dress for a mess! Registration required.
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Thursday May 22 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
ESL Writing
Come to the ALC and work on your English writing skills!
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Thursday May 22 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Kids STEAM
Use creativity skills to make Grass Sock Pets. Take them home to watch their "hair" grow. Have fun styling "hair". Registration required.
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Thursday May 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
DIY Cork Flag
Create your own American flag using upcycled wine corks. All supplies will be provided. Registration required.
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Thursday May 22 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Play D&D with the Library Dungeon Master, Noah. Open to experienced players or beginners. Please register.
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Thursday May 22 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
In Our Own Voice
NAMI's In Our Own Voice provides a personal perspective of mental health conditions, as leaders talk openly about what its like to have a mental health condition. Registration is required.
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Thursday May 22 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Friday May 23 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tot Art
Create your own masterpiece! Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday May 23 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
Learn new vocabulary while reading the newspaper.
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Friday May 23 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Yoga Storytime and Mindfulness Moments
Combine simple yoga poses with stories and rhymes to make an interactive movement-filled storytime experience. Practice mindfulness techniques and create a calming craft to take home.
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Friday May 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
The Memorial Day Tradition
Learn about Memorial Day with a story, craft, and activities to prepare to honor and mourn the U.S. military personnel who died while serving.
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Saturday May 24 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. Chess sets are provided.
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Saturday May 24 10:00am - 10:30am 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 May 24 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Outdoor Game Time
Come bring family and friends to play outdoor games from our Library of Things on the lawn. All games are available for checkout.
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Saturday May 24 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 "Straw Dogs of the Universe" by Ye Chun. Contact the library to obtain a copy.
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Saturday May 24 11:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Chalk and Popsicles on the Porch
Make a masterpiece out of chalk on our porch and enjoy a popsicle to cool off.
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Saturday May 24 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Tie-Dye
Make your life more colorful with tie-dye. Bring something you want to dye. It needs to be 100% cotton to dye correctly. Registration required.
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Saturday May 24 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Saturday Dungeons and 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 May 27 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Kids Invention Camp
Invent new projects each day using littleBits Kits. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Adult Learning Center Book Discussion
Read short stories and novels. Discuss vocabulary, culture, characters, and ideas.
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Tuesday May 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Invention Camp
Create a new invention each day using Hummingbird Bit Robotics Kits. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 27 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Family STEAM Night
Enjoy activities and crafts with us as we introduce different building blocks of STEAM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.
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Tuesday May 27 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 May 27 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 May 27 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Dungeons and Dragons
Play D&D with the Library Dungeon Master, Noah. Open to experienced players or beginners. Please register.
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Tuesday May 27 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Host an Exchange Student
Have you ever wondered what it means to host a high school exchange student? Are you interested in growing your family? PAX Coordinators (Program of Academic Exchange) can tell you more!
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Wednesday May 28 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Kids Invention Camp
Invent new projects each day using littleBits Kits. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 28 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Wednesday May 28 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Preschool Edible Science
Preschoolers step into the library kitchen and see what's on the menu! We'll taste, learn and have fun as we experiment with hands-on kitchen science.
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Wednesday May 28 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 upon request.
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Wednesday May 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Invention Camp
Create a new invention each day using Hummingbird Bit Robotics Kits. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 28 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 May 28 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 May 28 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Crafternoon
Let's get crafty!Registration Required!
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Wednesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Cooking for One
Learn to prepare healthy, affordable food in the microwave. Food samples will be available. Presented by the Purdue Extension NEP. Please plan to attend the full four-lesson series.
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Wednesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Sew Together
Make fun and easy envelope backed pillows! Basic sewing skills are required. For ages 16 and up. Registration required.