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(18 mos.–6 yrs.) Join us for free, short vision screening with Carmel Lions Club. No appointment is necessary. Please read the full description for details and a consent form to fill out in advance.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 7–11) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist and then create a related art project. Read the full description for registration info or call 317.814.3992.
This month's topic: Games I Keep Replaying. Registration is required.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
Teens in grades 9–12 and their parents will learn mental health coping strategies from licensed mental health counselor Matthew Halvorson.
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our bilingual StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.
Artwork exhibited on the Teen Art Wall at the Main Library.
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Need to replace or duplicate a part for a physical object but can't find a 3D model online? Stop by and get 3D modeling help from a Digital Media Lab specialist.
This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.
(Ages 4–6) In this monthly series, you will learn about an art style, technique, or artist and then create a related art project. Read the full description for registration info or call 317.814.3992.
Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered support dog. Presented in partnership with Kindling Minds.
Acclaimed singer/songwriter Dana Cooper performs Folk and Americana music. Registration is encouraged.
(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about a hayride through the farm and enjoy activity stations and a craft! No tickets are required. Stories and rhymes will be read aloud at 10am and repeated at 11:15am.
(Grades 3–5) Join us on 9/28 or 10/19 to paint an octopus with arms swaying in the ocean deep. Read the full description for info about registration and picking up artists who finish early.
Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No experience is necessary.
Calling video game developers age 14 and up. Apply to be part of the Indy Indies Video Game Showcase that will be held at the Main Library on December 5, 2026. See full description for details.
Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered support dog. Presented in partnership with Kindling Minds.
Learn a fun, simple, and creative way to document your memories in the Procreate app on iPads provided in the Digital Media Lab. Registration is required.
(Ages 2–5) Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. Feel free to wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our bilingual StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.
Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
Discover great bargains on used books (and more) during these special sale dates. Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
Discover great bargains on used books (and more) during these special sale dates. Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends.
(Ages 2–5) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Practice giving a speech in a low-stakes and judgement-free environment. Registration is required.
(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Calling video game developers age 14 and up. Apply to be part of the Indy Indies Video Game Showcase that will be held at the Main Library on December 5, 2026. See full description for details.
Kick off Halloween season with a Pumpkin Painting Party led by Teen Artist-in-Residence Julia Herstein. Part of the Teen Halloween Art Series. Registration required.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
(Ages 6–11) Drop in, meet other Pokemon fans, and trade cards! For important info about active card trading and other program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
This student-led book club for grades 9–12 meets every other Thursday. Discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and meet new friends.
Read your own poetry or share your favorite reading at this family-friendly event. Come to read or just to listen. Registration required.
Join us for a screening of Rocky (1976). Rated PG. Registration is required.
Drop in to hang out and enjoy Pokemon. Bring your cards, decks, and games (including online games) to battle, trade, and nerd out.
Learn techniques to sculpt your own cute and creepy clay cat just in time for Halloween. Led by Teen Artist-in-Residence Zoya Rishi. Part of the Teen Halloween Art Series. Registration required.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No experience is necessary.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
Create artwork for bookmarks! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 2–5) Drop in anytime between 10:00–11:30am and have fun creating with colorful paper, crayons, and glue! No tickets are required. Please enjoy all snacks before and after the program.
In this free club run by art instructor and former Teen Artist in Residence Ella Wilson, teens will talk about art, create things, and go on random, fun tangents. Registration is required.
(Ages 3–7) Join us for an interactive story about a monkey's search through a jungle to find musical friends. Then meet musicians from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and try a real violin!
(Ages 6–12) Like dogs? Come read for 15 minutes to a Paws & Think therapy dog! For important info about required registration and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Opera Cabaret features everything from operatic repertoire to Broadway and Old Hollywood standards. Registration is encouraged.
Families can enjoy a nature walk and story by participating in our bilingual StoryWalk at West Park on West 116th Street.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
(Grades 3–5) Join us on 9/28 or 10/19 to paint an octopus with arms swaying in the ocean deep. Read the full description for info about registration and picking up artists who finish early.
This month's topic: Spooky Games. Registration is required.
(Ages 2–3) Join us for exhilarating books, stories, and rhymes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 4–6) Join us for stories, activities, and crafts based on weekly special themes. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full description or call 317.814.3992.
(Ages 12–24 mo.) Join us for an active storytime and lively songs. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.
Exactly what it sounds like – time to read! This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6-12.
(Ages 0–12 mo.) Join us for rhymes, songs, and stories for babies. For important info about required tickets and program details, read the full event description or call 317.814.3992.