Johnson County Public Library
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Wednesday July 16 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 July 17 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 July 17 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 July 17 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 July 17 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
School Age Extra
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in Ancient Egypt...or to visit the afterlife? Create your own Pharaoh's collars, cartouches, and sarcophagi. Registration is required.
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Thursday July 17 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 July 17 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Social Wellness Month: Friendship Bracelets
Create friendship bracelets to keep and share with others, while meeting new friends in your community to celebrate Social Wellness Month.
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Thursday July 17 3:00pm - 3:45pm 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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Thursday July 17 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Kid Skills
This one hour program introduces kids to American Sign Language. For children in grades 3-5. Registration is required. Dress for a mess.
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Thursday July 17 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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Thursday July 17 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Throwback Craft Night: Perler Beads
Do you miss the 90's? If so come make a 90's themed craft. Registration required.
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Thursday July 17 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 July 17 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Work In Progress (WIP): Exchange Labs
Looking to gain traction in your creative process? Join the Indiana Arts Commission's Work In Progress: Exchange Labs to share ideas with fellow creatives in your local area. Registration required.
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Thursday July 17 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Thursday July 17 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Guided Prairie Walk
Blair Beavers of Johnson County Soil & Water will lead an interpretive prairie walk.
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Friday July 18 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Hop and Bop
Lets dance! Well explore different kinds of music as we experiment with movement and rhythm in this fun high-energy program for preschoolers. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday July 18 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
Learn new vocabulary while reading the newspaper.
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Friday July 18 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Little Scientists
Discover the wonders of science through books, simple experiments and interactive learning. Designed for children ages 3-5. Child's caregiver required. Registration required.
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Friday July 18 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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Friday July 18 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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Friday July 18 5:00pm - 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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Saturday July 19 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 July 19 10:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Plein Air on the Prairie
Find a beautiful spot on the prairie to paint or draw "en plein air." Bring all your needed supplies and create a masterpiece.
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Saturday July 19 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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Saturday July 19 10:45am - 11:15am 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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Saturday July 19 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 July 19 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Books and Brunch: Musical Inspiration
Enjoy a light brunch and discuss literature and musical inspiration. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday July 19 11:45am - 12:30pm 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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Saturday July 19 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Afternoon of Music
Explore how to play an instrument using one of the Library's collection of instruments or bring your own to share your musical inspiration in this drop-in session.
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Saturday July 19 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Mario Kart 8 Tournament
Let's have a Mario Kart 8 tournament! Ages 12+. 1st and 2nd place win prizes. Snacks and drinks provided. Guests/parents welcome, but please register only if you're competing. Registration required.
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Saturday July 19 1:00pm - 2:30pm 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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Saturday July 19 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Intro to Improv
Learn about Improv from the Indiana Repertory Theatre. This is for grades 9-12. Registration is required.
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Saturday July 19 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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Sunday July 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Jane Austen Book Club
Celebrate Jane Austens 250th birthday by reading and discussing her novels. Well read one book each month until the big Jane Austen birthday festival in December!
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Sunday July 20 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Artists at JCPL
Franklin College Ceramist Barry Barnes will take families through the process of creating their own clay art piece. Items will be fired and returned to patrons. Registration Required.
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Monday July 21 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 July 21 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 July 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Teen STEAM
Explore photographic printing without the use of a camera. Registration required.
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Monday July 21 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 July 21 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen STEAM
Explore photographic printing without the use of a camera. Registration required.
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Monday July 21 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Artist Club
Practice the different mediums of art! We will talk and work on: drawing, painting, and photography. Join us as we learn what goes into each practice! Feel free to bring your own art to work on too!
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Monday July 21 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 July 21 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 July 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Franklin Page Turners
If you love to read and chat about books, join us as we discuss "God Bless You Mr. Rosewater" by Kurt Vonnegut.Come share your thoughts and insights on this title.
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Monday July 21 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 July 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Tuesday July 22 9:00am - 10:00am 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 July 22 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 July 22 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 July 22 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 July 22 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore Summer Celebration
Celebrate your participation in Explore Summer and see Professor Steve experiment with science. Registration Required.
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Tuesday July 22 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 July 22 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 July 22 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 July 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Funding and the Future of JCPL
Join the Library Director for an updated conversation about recent legislation that may affect JCPL funding in the future. Learn how JCPL is funded and what is at risk if we lose essential funding.
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Tuesday July 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Kids STEAM
Manipulate shadows to trace and create original pieces of art. Registration required.
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Tuesday July 22 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 July 22 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Explore Summer Celebration
Celebrate your participation in Explore Summer and see Professor Steve experiment with science. Registration Required.
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Wednesday July 23 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 July 23 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Gentle Chair Yoga
Reconnect with your breath in a guided yoga practice. Chairs and yoga mats available. Dress for comfort and bring a friend.
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Wednesday July 23 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Preschool STEAM
Manipulate shadows to trace and create original artwork. Registration required.
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Wednesday July 23 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
ESL Conversation
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Wednesday July 23 11:30am - 1:00pm 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 July 23 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Crafternoon
Create your own colorful paper out of old paper scraps.
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Wednesday July 23 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 July 23 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Navigate: Gadgets and Vehicle Maintenance
Learn about digital tools you can use to repair a vehicle or research the latest technology.
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Wednesday July 23 5:00pm - 7:00pm 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 July 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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Thursday July 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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Thursday July 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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Thursday July 24 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 July 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
School Age Extra
Compete against your friends in game show challenges. You could even win a prize. Registration required.
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Thursday July 24 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Canvas Art
Be creative and make a masterpiece on canvas. Dress for a mess! Registration required.
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Thursday July 24 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 July 24 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Homeschool Hangout
It's Fair Week! Play Bingo and win prizes. Snack on popcorn and popsicles and other tasty treats. Board games and Chalk on the Walk available. Registration required.
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Thursday July 24 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Explore Summer Celebration
Celebrate your participation in Explore Summer and see Professor Steve experiment with science. Registration Required.
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Thursday July 24 4:30pm - 7:30pm 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 July 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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Thursday July 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Pop-Up Sensory Room
Drop in to explore a variety of sensory activities or simply spend time reading together in a calm environment.
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Thursday July 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Paint Your Pet
Email a picture of your pet by July 1st and we'll prepare your canvas paint-by-numbers style for you to fill in. All materials will be provided. Send emails with pictures to [email protected].
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Thursday July 24 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Explore Summer Celebration
Celebrate your participation in Explore Summer and see Professor Steve experiment with science. Registration Required.
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Thursday July 24 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
ESL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English and learn American culture.
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Friday July 25 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
News for You
Learn new vocabulary while reading the newspaper.
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Friday July 25 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Tot Art
Create your own masterpiece! Create tot-friendly art projects.. Dress for a mess. Child's caregiver required. Registration Required!
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Friday July 25 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 July 25 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Yoga Storytime
Build little muscles and minds! We'll combine simple yoga poses and gentle stretching with stories and rhymes to make an interactive movement-filled storytime experience. Child's caregiver required.
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Friday July 25 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Cupcake Cinema
Celebrate Back to School while decorating cupcakes and watching shows from Kanopy Kids. Dress for a mess. Registration required.
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Friday July 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Slime Time
Concoct a new slime every month. Registration Required.
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Saturday July 26 8:00am - 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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Saturday July 26 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 July 26 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 "The Echo Wife" by Sarah Gailey. Contact the library to obtain a copy.
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Saturday July 26 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 July 26 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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Saturday July 26 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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Saturday July 26 4:00pm - 9:00pm 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.