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Friday June 27 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Tales 'n Play Storytime
Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join the Learning Curve for a storytime! Afterward, all are welcome to stay for some open playtime.
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Block Party
Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the 2nd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
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Saturday June 28 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Preschool Tales 'n Play Storytime
Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Preschool-aged children and their families are invited to visit the Learning Curve for a Saturday storytime. Afterward, all are welcome to stay for open playtime.
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Saturday June 28 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore STEM + More
Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace.
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Saturday June 28 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Community Reading of Frederick Douglass
The Center for Black Literature & Culture invites you to gather with us as we read and reflect on Frederick Douglasss historic speech, What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?
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Sunday June 29 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore STEM + More
Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace.
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Sunday June 29 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Exploring Indianapolis Chinese History
Join us in the ISCR at Central Library with Public Historian Kelsey Green to explore the experiences of Indianapolis's earliest Chinese immigrants and their early 1900s businesses.
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Sunday June 29 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Natural Essence Hair & Skin Seminar
This program is designed for women and teenage girls who are interested in learning how to properly care for their natural hair and skin. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
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Monday June 30 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Learning Curve Open Activities
Looking for something fun and engaging to do this summer? Kids, teens, and families are welcome to stop by the Learning Curve! Whether you're into STEM activities or getting creative with arts and crafts, there's something for everyone!
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Monday June 30 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Books & Rooks Chess Club
Casual play chess every Monday evening 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome.
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Monday June 30 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Minecraft Club at Central
Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us in the Arena on the 2nd floor for Minecraft Club! Stop by to mine, build, and interact with fellow Minecrafters using the librarys laptops or iPads. Jump into our premade world or create one entirely of your own!
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Monday June 30 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
3D Printing at Central Library
Adults ages 18 and up are invited to learn the basics of 3D printing from concept to creation using Tinkercad, the S5 Ultimaker, and other 3D printers. This program will be held in Central Library's Makerspace.
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Tuesday July 1 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Learning Curve Open Activities
Looking for something fun and engaging to do this summer? Kids, teens, and families are welcome to stop by the Learning Curve! Whether you're into STEM activities or getting creative with arts and crafts, there's something for everyone!
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Tuesday July 1 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Animal Shows
Go on a wild adventure with Silly Safaris in this sit-down 45-minute live animal show! Youll have the chance to see animals up close and ask questions. Seating is first come, first served. Arrive early to grab a spot!
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Tuesday July 1 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Family Game Night
Kids, teens, and families are invited to stop by the Atrium on the 2nd floor for Family Game Night! We have lots of board, card, and dice games to explore along with giant-sized chess, checkers, Jenga, and Connect 4.
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Tuesday July 1 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
English Conversation Circle
Join our English Conversation Circles to practice and improve your English conversation skills in a comfortable and welcoming place.
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Wednesday July 2 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Renew Sustainable Fashion Exhibit
The "Renew" art exhibit will be available for viewing from July 2 - July 30, 2025. Join us for the reception on July 13, 2025 from 3-4 p.m. at Central Library.
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Wednesday July 2 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Learning Curve Open Activities
Looking for something fun and engaging to do this summer? Kids, teens, and families are welcome to stop by the Learning Curve! Whether you're into STEM activities or getting creative with arts and crafts, there's something for everyone!
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Wednesday July 2 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Explore STEM + More
Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace.
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Thursday July 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Learning Curve Open Activities
Looking for something fun and engaging to do this summer? Kids, teens, and families are welcome to stop by the Learning Curve! Whether you're into STEM activities or getting creative with arts and crafts, there's something for everyone!
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Thursday July 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
The Village
Join others to create yarn pompoms that become part of a large-scale fiber art piece called The Village. This artwork will eventually be 24 feet wide and 8 feet high, and represents the best of Indianapolis Arts. It can't be made without assistance from each other.
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Saturday July 5 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Block Party
Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the 2nd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
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Saturday July 5 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Preschool Tales 'n Play Storytime
Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Preschool-aged children and their families are invited to visit the Learning Curve for a Saturday storytime. Afterward, all are welcome to stay for open playtime.
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Saturday July 5 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore STEM + More
Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace.
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Sunday July 6 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore STEM + More
Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace.
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Monday July 7 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Learning Curve Open Activities
Looking for something fun and engaging to do this summer? Kids, teens, and families are welcome to stop by the Learning Curve! Whether you're into STEM activities or getting creative with arts and crafts, there's something for everyone!
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Monday July 7 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Books & Rooks Chess Club
Casual play chess every Monday evening 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome.
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Monday July 7 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Minecraft Club at Central
Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us in the Arena on the 2nd floor for Minecraft Club! Stop by to mine, build, and interact with fellow Minecrafters using the librarys laptops or iPads. Jump into our premade world or create one entirely of your own!