Johnson County Public Library, Aug–Oct 2022 Library Guide

August • September • October 2022

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Native Voices Programs

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Explore Summer Pool Party

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Read to Me Jamboree

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Cultural Fair

Rachel Tonte and her sons, Connor and Cooper.

Connor, age 3, is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten finisher.

Read. Create. Discover.

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Attend these programs to learn about the Miami Nation of Indians of Indiana’s history, language, culture and heritage.

Miami Nation: Past, Present and Future ALL AGES Mon • Sep 12 • 5:30 p.m. • WRB

Traditional Native American Crafts TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Sep 22 • 4 p.m. • CPB

Meet a Member of the Miami Nation of Indians TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Sep 28 • 4 p.m. • TRB

Miami Nation Drum Group: Twigh Twee Singers Appearing at Ethos Celebration of the Arts Sat • Oct 1 • Downtown Franklin

These programs in partnership with the Miami Nation of Indians of Indiana.

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MIAMI NATION

Activities are made possible in part by the Nickel Plate Arts and the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more!

Clark Pleasant Branch

Franklin Branch

Family Sat • Aug 13 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Aug 30 • 6 p.m.

Tue • Sep 13 • 6 p.m.

Tue • Oct 4 • 6 p.m.

Sat • Oct 22 • 10 a.m.

Preschool Tue • Aug 16, 23, 30 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Sep 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Oct 4, 11, 18 • 10 a.m.

Toddler Thu • Aug 18, 25 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10 a.m.

Family Mon • Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 6 p.m.

Sat • Aug 20 • 10 a.m.

Mon • Sep 12, 26 • 6 p.m.

Mon • Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 • 6 p.m.

Sat • Oct 15, 29 • 10 a.m.

Preschool Wed • Aug 17, 24, 31 • 10 a.m.

Wed • Sep 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10 a.m.

Wed • Oct 5, 12, 19 • 10 a.m.

Toddler Thu • Aug 18, 25 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Oct 6, 13, 20 • 10 a.m.

Trick-or-Treat Storytime (Preschool) Tue • Oct 25 • 10 a.m.

Trick-or-Treat Storytime (Preschool / Toddler) Wed • Oct 26 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Oct 27 • 10 a.m.

White River Branch

Preschool Yoga Storytime Fri • Aug 5 • 10 a.m.

Fri • Sep 2 • 10 a.m.

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Baby Mon • Aug 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m.

Mon • Sep 12, 19, 26 • 10 a.m.

Mon • Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10 a.m.

Toddler Tue • Aug 16, 23, 30 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Sep 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Oct 4, 11, 18 • 10 a.m.

Preschool Thu • Aug 18, 25 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Oct 6, 13, 20 • 10 a.m.

Trick-or-Treat Storytime (Preschool / Toddler) Tue • Oct 25 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Oct 27 • 10 a.m.

Trafalgar Branch Preschool Tue • Aug 16, 23, 30 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Sep 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10 a.m.

Tue • Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10 a.m.

Family Thu • Aug 18, 25 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m.

Thu • Oct 6, 13, 20 • 10 a.m.

Family Storytime at Bargersville Town Hall Mon • Aug 22 • 11 a.m.

Mon • Sep 26 • 11 a.m.

Mon • Oct 24 • 11 a.m.

Trick-or-Treat Storytime (Family) Thu • Oct 27 • 10 a.m.

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BOOK DISCUSSIO Let’s talk about books!

BRAVE LEARNERS BOOK CLUB

ADULTS “Raising Critical Thinkers”

by Julie Bogart Tue • Aug 23 • 7 p.m. • Zoom Tue • Sep 20 • 7 p.m. • Zoom The author will join us on Sep 20.

BOOKS & BEANS BOOK CLUB

ADULTS, TEENS “Call the Midwife” by Jennifer Worth Mon • Aug 29 • 9 a.m.

Coffeehouse Five, Franklin “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo”

by Taylor Jenkins Reid Mon • Sep 26 • 9 a.m.

Benjamin’s Coffeehouse, Franklin “The Guest List” by Lucy Foley Mon • Oct 31 • 9 a.m.

Main & Madison, Franklin

CLARK PLEASANT BOOK CLUB

ADULTS “The Island of Missing Trees”

by Elif Shafak Wed • Sep 28 • 6 p.m. • CPB “The Cellist of Sarajevo”

by Steven Galloway Wed • Oct 26 • 6 p.m. • CPB

SUMMER NIGHTS BOOK CLUB

ADULTS, TEENS “A Thousand Splendid Suns”

by Khaled Hosseini Wed • Aug 17 • 6:30 p.m. • CPB

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FRANKLIN PAGE TURNERS

BUILDING BRIDGES

ADULTS, TEENS “The Crossing: My Journey to the Shattered Heart of Syria” by Samar Yazbek Thu • Sep 1 • 6 p.m. • TRB 4

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ADULTS “Wish You Well” by David Baldacci Mon • Aug 15 • 6:30 p.m. • FRB “Educated” by Tara Westover Mon • Sep 19 • 6:30 p.m. • FRB “The One-in-a-Million Boy” by Monica Wood Mon • Oct 17 • 6:30 p.m. • FRB

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MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB

TEENS “The Serpent’s Secret”

by Sayantani DasGupta Mon • Aug 29 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB Zoom “City of the Plague God”

by Sarwat Chadda Mon • Sep 26 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB Zoom “The Strangers”

by Margaret Peterson Haddix Mon • Oct 24 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB Zoom

STOUT STORIES

ADULTS “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett Mon • Aug 1 • 6:30 p.m.

Greek’s Pizzeria & Tapp Room, Franklin “Zodiac” by Robert Graysmith Mon • Sep 12 • 6:30 p.m.

Mallow Run Winery, Bargersville “I’m Still Here” by Austin Channing Brown Mon • Oct 3 • 6:30 p.m.

Nailers Brewing, Whiteland

UNCANNY BOOKS

ADULTS “Hunt for the Skinwalker”

by Colm Kelleher Tue • Oct 4 • 6 p.m. • FRB MAY • JUNE • JULY 2022

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION

ADULTS, TEENS “The Kindest Lie” by Nancy Johnson Wed • Aug 31 • 1:30 p.m. • WRB “The Lincoln Highway”

by Amor Towles Wed • Sep 28 • 1:30 p.m. • WRB “The Echo Wife” by Sarah Gailey Wed • Oct 26 • 1:30 p.m. • WRB

MONDAY NIGHT BOOK GROUP

ADULTS “Nothing to See Here”

by Kevin Wilson Mon • Aug 15 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB “Circe” by Madeline Miller Mon • Sep 19 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory”

by Caitlin Doughty Mon • Oct 17 • 6:30 p.m. • WRB

CPB Clark Pleasant Branch TRB Trafalgar Branch FRB Franklin Branch WRB White River Branch AUGUST • SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2022

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CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH Children STEAM Club: Amazing Amusement Park

AGE 6-8 Tue • Aug 2 • 6 p.m.

Build and program amusement park rides with the LEGO® Spike Essential system.

Chalk Art on the Patio

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Aug 4 • 4 p.m.

Decorate the library’s patio with chalk.

Be ready for a mess and cool surprises.

Saturday STEAM: Happy Traveler

AGE 8-12 Sat • Aug 6 • 10 a.m.

Build and program traveling robots with the LEGO® Spike Essential system.

Explore Oobleck

SCHOOL-AGE Sat • Aug 6 • 2 p.m.

It’s solid…it’s liquid…it’s Oobleck! Explore this non-Newtonian fluid.

Kids Cooking

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 9 • 4:30 p.m.

Collaborate with us on kid-friendly concoctions! We’ll work together to make a no-bake item and then taste the results.

Kids Robotics Club

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 9 • 6 p.m.

Using programmable bots, learn basic programming while doing fun activities.

Tot Bots

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Aug 10 • 10 a.m.

Explore and code robots screen-free with the Sphero indi.

Children Tales for Tails

SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Aug 15 • 6:30 p.m.

Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered Alliance of Therapy Dogs canine. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Welcome Desk or call 317-535-6206.

Kids Coding Club Jr.

AGE 5-7 Tue • Aug 16 • 6 p.m.

Create projects with Scratch Jr. and play with our Sphero indi robot.

Preschool STEAM

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Aug 17 • 10 a.m.

Enjoy books, activities and crafts with us as we introduce building blocks of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.

Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Aug 19 • 10 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Metamorphosis LIVE!

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 23 • 6 p.m.

Observe the Painted Lady Butterfly at all life stages and learn about metamorphosis.

STEAM Pop-Up Playgroup

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Aug 24 • 10 a.m.

Drop in to play, create or build! The Youth Program Room will be open for STEAM-related play, activities and crafts.

Preschool Edible Science

PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Aug 12 • 11 a.m.

Taste, learn and have fun as we experiment with hands-on kitchen science.

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Homeschool Hangout

Preschool STEAM Park

Kids Coding Club

Preschool Edible Science

Hop and Bop

Kids Robotics Club

Midsummer Suncatcher

Tot Bots

Saturday STEAM: Happy Traveler

Fall Crafternoon

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Aug 25 • 2 p.m.

Get to know Flat Stanley and his travels.

Take him places with your family, and report back with photos and stories. We’ll also play I Spy. AGE 8-12 Thu • Aug 25 • 4 p.m.

Learn about the Scratch programming language and use it to code a project.

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Aug 26 • 10 a.m.

Experiment with movement and rhythm in this high-energy program.

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Aug 31 • 4 p.m.

Celebrate summer by making a suncatcher decoration.

SCHOOL-AGE Sat • Sep 3 • 10 a.m.

Build and program traveling robots! Using the LEGO® Spike Essential system, we will have fun creating basic robots.

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Sep 7 • 10 a.m.

Build and play with LEGO® Duplo STEAM Park blocks as we approach tasks and activities that show creative problem-solving.

PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 9 • 11 a.m.

We’ll taste, learn and have fun as we experiment with hands-on kitchen science.

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 13 • 6 p.m.

Using programmable bots, learn basic programming while doing fun activities.

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Sep 14 • 10 a.m.

Explore and code robots screen-free with the Sphero indi.

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Sep 14 • 4 p.m.

Make a fall decoration.

Read to Me Jamboree

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 6 • 4:30 p.m.

Collaborate with us on kid-friendly concoctions! We’ll work together to make a no-bake item and then taste the results.

FAMILIES Sat • Sep 17 • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Play, sing, laugh and dance at our early literacy festival! Specials guests Oge Mora and Jim Gill will join us for storytimes, music and book signings. Participate in fun activities all day.

STEAM Club: Amazing Amusement Park

Tales for Tails

Kids Cooking

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 6 • 6 p.m.

Build and program amusement park rides!

Using the LEGO® Spike Essential system, we will have fun creating basic robots.

SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Sep 19 • 6:30 p.m.

Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered Alliance of Therapy Dogs canine. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Welcome Desk or call 317-535-6206.

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CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH Children What is Banned Books Week?

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 20 • 4 p.m.

Why are books banned? Are they really dangerous? Let’s find out what popular children’s books have been challenged in the past and why.

Kids Coding Club Jr.

AGE 5-7 Tue • Sep 20 • 6 p.m.

Create projects with Scratch Jr. and play with our Sphero indi robot.

Preschool STEAM

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Sep 21 • 10 a.m.

Enjoy books, activities and crafts with us as we introduce building blocks of STEAM– Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.

Fall Canvas Painting for Kids

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Sep 21 • 4 p.m.

Paint a fall scene on a big canvas.

Homeschool Hangout

Children Apples to Applesauce

PRESCHOOL, SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 27 • 4 p.m.

Make applesauce and enjoy stories about the delicious treat.

Intro to 3D Printing

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Sep 29 • 4 p.m.

Have you wondered what 3D printing is all about? Join us to learn more and even request a print for yourself!

Hop and Bop

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 30 • 10 a.m.

Experiment with movement and rhythm in this high-energy program.

Make a Movie Machine

FAMILIES Sat • Oct 1 • 10 a.m.

Create animation without film! Learn about this early form of animation and build your own zoetrope.

Kids Cooking

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Sep 22 • 2 p.m.

A Purdue Extension Health & Human Sciences Educator presents a program with storytime and hands-on activities to teach about money.

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 4 • 4:30 p.m.

Collaborate with us on kid-friendly concoctions! We’ll work together to make a no-bake item related to the month’s story theme and then taste the results.

Kids Coding Club

Preschool STEAM Park

AGE 8-12 Thu • Sep 22 • 4 p.m.

Create a coding project with the Scratch programming language.

Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 23 • 10 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

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PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Oct 5 • 10 a.m.

Build and play with DUPLO® STEAM Park blocks as we approach tasks and activities that show creative problem-solving.

Kids Robotics Club

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 11 • 6 p.m.

Using programmable bots, learn basic programming while doing fun activities.

CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH Children Tot Bots

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Oct 12 • 10 a.m.

Explore and code robots screen-free with the Sphero indi.

Preschool Edible Science

PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 14 • 11 a.m.

We’ll taste, learn and have fun as we experiment with hands-on kitchen science.

Tales for Tails

SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Oct 17 • 6:30 p.m.

Improve your reading skills and enjoy time with a registered Alliance of Therapy Dogs canine. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Welcome Desk or call 317-535-6206.

Spooky Canvas Painting

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 18 • 4 p.m.

Paint a spooky picture for Halloween.

Kids Coding Club Jr.

AGE 5-7 Tue • Oct 18 • 6 p.m.

Create projects with Scratch Jr. and play with our Sphero indi robot.

Colorful Loose Parts Self-Portrait

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Oct 19 • 10 a.m.

Create a collage-based portrait while exploring different colors and materials.

Homeschool Hangout

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Oct 20 • 2 p.m.

Welcome the Canizares family who will share their Cuban musical heritage through songs and by relating traditional customs.

Children Kids Coding Club

AGE 8-12 Thu • Oct 20 • 4 p.m.

Learn about Scratch programming language and use it to create a coding project.

Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 21 • 10 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Pumpkin Slime Science

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 25 • 6 p.m.

Create slime with pumpkin guts. Dress for a mess!

Preschool STEAM

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Oct 26 • 10 a.m.

Enjoy books, activities and crafts with us as we introduce building blocks of STEAM– Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.

Kids Cooking: Halloween Treats

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 26 • 4 p.m.

This month, we’ll make spooky popcorn hands and Oreo spiders.

Hop and Bop

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 28 • 10 a.m.

Experiment with movement and rhythm in this high-energy program.

Pumpkin Decorating

PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 28 • 2 p.m.

Join us for this fun event to decorate or paint a pumpkin to take home.

Dress for a mess.

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CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH Teens Teen STEAM: Life Hacks

Mon • Aug 8 • 4 p.m.

Build and program life-hacking robots using the LEGO® Spike Prime system.

Teen Robotics Club

Mon • Aug 15 • 4 p.m.

Build and code your own robots.

Teen Sewing: Sew a Scrunchie

Tue • Aug 23 • 6 p.m.

Everyone’s favorite hair accessory from the 80s and 90s is making a comeback. Learn to make a scrunchie.

Hour of Code: Hack a Game

Mon • Aug 29 • 4 p.m.

Hack a game to fix issues, make the game easier to play and add new features using JavaScript.

Open Lab: Tinker Time

TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Sat • Sep 3 • 2 p.m.

Brainstorm and build with our maker cart.

Teen Anime & Candy Sushi Workshop

Thu • Sep 8 • 4 p.m.

Make sushi out of candy and watch anime!

Teen STEAM: Life Hacks

Mon • Sep 12 • 4 p.m.

Build and program life-hacking robots using the LEGO® Spike Prime system.

Teen Robotics Club

Mon • Sep 19 • 4 p.m.

Build and code your own robots.

Teens Native Voices: Traditional Native American Crafts

TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Sep 22 • 4 p.m.

Make a traditional Miami Nation craft.

Intro to 3D Printing

Mon • Sep 26 • 4:30 p.m.

Have you wondered what 3D printing is all about? Join us to learn more and even request a print for yourself.

Teen STEAM: Life Hacks

Mon • Oct 3 • 4 p.m.

Build and program life-hacking robots using the LEGO® Spike Prime system.

Canvas Painting for Teens

Thu • Oct 6 • 4 p.m.

Make a Halloween painting.

Teen Robotics Club

Mon • Oct 17 • 4 p.m.

Build and code your own robots.

Spooky Paper Circuits

TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Oct 24 • 4 p.m.

Create a spooky paper circuit in the STEAM Zone Robotics Learning Lab.

Candy Chromatography

Mon • Oct 31 • 4 p.m.

What’s your favorite color of M&Ms or Skittles candy? Enjoy candy and experiment to learn about dyes.

STEAM Zone Robotics Learning Lab Major Funding Provided by:

Cummins Inc. • Elba L. & Gene Portteus Branigin Foundation Duke Energy Foundation • Pitney Bowes Foundation

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CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH All Ages CINTrak Model Train Display

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Sat • Aug 20 • All Day Drop by to see a model railroad display presented by the CINTrak Model Railroad Club.

Cultural Fair: Meet Your International Neighbors

Sat • Sep 10 • 1 – 4 p.m.

Transport yourself around the world and meet your international next-door neighbors. Grab a passport, visit booths, sample cuisine, enjoy crafts and music.

Flu Shot Clinic

Fri • Sep 30 • 3 – 6 p.m.

Get your flu shot at JCPL in association with Franciscan Health. Most insurance is accepted. $15 without insurance.

Make a splash in celebration of Explore Summer 2022!

Sun • Aug 7 • 6 – 8 p.m.

Franklin Family Aquatic Center Pick up a ticket at any JCPL Branch starting August 1.

Supplies are limited.

Raptors of Indiana

Sat • Oct 1 • 2 p.m.

Learn about the raptors of Indiana and observe live birds of prey with the Indiana Raptor Center.

Detecting Backyard Bats

Tue • Oct 4 • 7 p.m.

West Park, New Whiteland 300 Mooreland Drive Brad Westrich, mammologist with the Indiana DNR, discusses bat echolocation and how to identify bats. A live demonstration follows.

Raptors of Indiana Presented by Indiana Raptor Center

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Learn About Birds of Prey: falcons, hawks & owls.

See live birds.

Sat • Oct 1 • 2 p.m.

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CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH Adults

Adults

Crochet Towel Holders

Read & Bleed @ Your Library

Sew Together: Buttonholes and Napkin Rings

Trivia Night

Thu • Aug 4 • 6 p.m.

Learn to make towel holders with crochet enthusiast Connie Henderson. Basic crochet skills required.

ADULTS, TEENS 16+ Wed • Aug 10 • 6 p.m.

Learn to stabilize and stitch buttonholes while making simple napkin rings. Basic sewing machine skills required. Bring a sewing machine if you have one.

Staying Safe from Scams

Mon • Aug 15 • 10 a.m.

Purdue Extension educators discuss how you can identify and prevent common technology scams.

Coffee and Coloring

Mon • Aug 22 • 10 a.m.

Join adults for a relaxing start to the week.

Coffee, tea and coloring supplies provided.

Puzzle Bingo

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Aug 27 • 3 p.m.

Play bingo and win puzzles! Everyone will receive at least one puzzle.

Beginner Level Robotics

Tue • Aug 30 • 6:30 p.m.

Curious about robots? Join us in the STEAM Zone Robotics Learning Lab to build a robot with Raspberry Pi.

Food Budgeting & Meal Planning

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Sep 7 • 6 p.m.

Learn how to get the most nutritious food for your money with Purdue Extension of Johnson County.

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AGE 17+ Thu • Sep 8 • 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Roll up your sleeve while you read.

To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Sep 14 • 6 p.m.

Bring your trivia team or get paired with a team at this monthly trivia night.

DIY Fall Earrings

Thu • Sep 15 • 10 a.m.

Make earrings that will dazzle your friends and spice up your wardrobe.

Sew Together: Fabric Coasters

ADULTS, TEENS 16+ Sun • Sep 18 • 2 p.m.

Dress up your living room with this sewing project. Basic sewing skills are required.

Board Game Night

Wed • Sep 21 • 6 p.m.

Play board games with family and friends.

Recipes for Good Health

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Sep 24 • 10 a.m.

Learn how to cook simple and healthy recipes at this demonstration.

Coffee and Coloring

Mon • Sep 26 • 10 a.m.

Join adults for a relaxing start to the week.

Coffee, tea and coloring supplies provided.

Sewing Bingo

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Sep 27 • 6 p.m.

Play bingo and win sewing notions!

Choose from patterns, patches, sewing kits, accessories and more. Everyone will receive at least one item.

CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH Adults

Adults

Intro to 3D Printing

Horror Movie Matinee

Naloxone Community Training

Coffee and Coloring

Tue • Sep 27 • 6:30 p.m.

Have you wondered what 3D printing is all about? Join us to learn more and even request a print for yourself!

ADULTS Tue • Oct 4 • 6 p.m.

Layperson Naloxone (NARCAN) training teaches you to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the reversal drug Naloxone to save a life.

Trivia Night at Clark Pleasant

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Oct 5 • 6 p.m.

Bring your trivia team or get paired with a team at this monthly trivia night.

Hot Chocolate and Horror

Tue • Oct 11 • 6 p.m.

Learn about new horror novels and DVD releases while making a bookmark and drinking hot chocolate.

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Oct 22 • 2 p.m.

Watch the 1959 film “House on Haunted Hill” (NR). Enjoy popcorn and chills.

Mon • Oct 24 • 10 a.m.

Join adults for a relaxing start to the week.

Coffee, tea and coloring supplies provided.

Horror Movie Night

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Oct 25 • 6 p.m.

Watch the 1962 film “Carnival of Souls” (PG). Enjoy popcorn and chills.

Recipes for Good Health

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Oct 29 • 10 a.m.

Learn how to cook simple and healthy recipes at this demonstration.

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The Sounds of the British Invasion

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Oct 15 • 3 p.m.

The Beatles’ success brought a flood of British rock and roll acts to America. Learn about the British-Invasion and hear some of the chart-topping hits.

Sew Together: Tote Bags

HORROR MOVIE MATINEE “House on Haunted Hill” (NR)

ADULTS, TEENS 16+ Tue • Oct 18 • 6 p.m.

Make a tote bag that will be perfect for trick-or-treating this month! Basic sewing skills are required.

Sat • Oct 22 • 2 p.m.

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Board Game Night

HORROR MOVIE NIGHT “Carnival of Souls” (PG)

Wed • Oct 19 • 6 p.m.

Bring family and friends to this night of board game play.

Popcorn Provided

Tue • Oct 25 • 6 p.m.

Clark Pleasant Branch Popcorn Provided

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FRANKLIN BRANCH Children Homeschool Huddle

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 9 • 2 p.m.

Enjoy a story and activity as you get to know other homeschool families.

Full STEAM Ahead: 3D Printing & Amiibos SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 9 • 4:30 p.m.

Explore science and technology with hands-on experiments and crafts.

Crafternoon

SCHOOL-AGE Back to School Crafts Wed • Aug 10 • 4:30 p.m.

Make back-to-school crafts. Decorate a pencil or pen, make your own bookmark and more!

Suncatchers Wed • Aug 24 • 4:30 p.m.

Transform your windows with beautiful suncatchers.

Sticker Mania

PRESCHOOOL, SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Aug 17 • 4:30 p.m.

We’ll create and use stickers to make a fun notebook.

Hop and Bop

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Aug 19 • 10 a.m.

Experiment with movement and rhythm in this high-energy program.

Tot Art

Children Improv Play Acting

AGE 8-12 Thu • Sep 1 • 4:30 p.m.

Thu • Sep 8 • 4:30 p.m.

Thu • Sep 15 • 4:30 p.m.

Thu • Sep 29 • 4:30 p.m.

Act out with us! Have fun improvising scenes and learning acting games.

Full STEAM Ahead: Making Butter

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 6 • 4:30 p.m.

Explore science and technology with hands-on experiments and crafts.

Baby and Me Playdate

BABIES & TODDLERS Fri • Sep 9 • 10 a.m.

We’ll read a book and have guided free-play with toys and activities.

Homeschool Huddle

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Sep 13 • 2 p.m.

Enjoy a story and activity as you get to know other homeschool families.

Crafternoon

SCHOOL-AGE Leaf Rubbing and Printing Wed • Sep 14 • 4:30 p.m.

Use trees around the library to make beautiful rubbings and prints.

Paper Airplanes Wed • Sep 28 • 4:30 p.m.

Create and test-fly paper airplanes.

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Aug 26 • 10 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Little Scientists

Bookworm Theater

Hop and Bop

FAMILIES Wed • Aug 31 • 4:30 p.m.

Watch books come to life as the characters are acted out.

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PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 16 • 10 a.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 23 • 10 a.m.

Experiment with movement and rhythm in this high-energy program.

FRANKLIN BRANCH Children Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 30 • 10 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Crafternoon

SCHOOL-AGE Weaving Wed • Oct 5 • 4:30 p.m.

Practice weaving techniques with paper, string and other materials.

Duct Tape Wed • Oct 19 • 4:30 p.m.

We’ll make some unexpected things out of duct tape!

Building Bridges: Empathy

Children Hop and Bop

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 14 • 10 a.m.

Experiment with movement and rhythm at this high-energy program.

Full STEAM Ahead: CSI: Solve the Crime

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 18 • 4:30 p.m.

Explore the world of forensic science with hands-on experiments and crafts.

Little Scientists

PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 21 • 10 a.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

NaNoWriMo: Young Writers

FAMILIES Fri • Oct 5 • 6:30 p.m.

Learn strategies to start conversations about our diverse world, even with younger children. Join us for snacks in a welcoming space to practice empathy and understanding.

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 25 • 4:30 p.m.

Learn about NaNoWriMo, National Novel Writing Month. We’ll talk about the parts of a story, develop plots and characters and write.

Improv Play Acting

FAMILIES Wed • Oct 26 • 6:30 p.m.

Recycle a paperback book to create a pumpkin centerpiece.

AGE 8-12 Thu • Oct 6 • 4:30 p.m.

Thu • Oct 13 • 4:30 p.m.

Thu • Oct 20 • 4:30 p.m.

Thu • Oct 27 • 4:30 p.m.

Act out with us! Have fun improvising scenes and learning acting games.

Baby and Me Playdate

BABIES & TODDLERS Fri • Oct 7 • 10 a.m.

We’ll read a book and have guided free-play with toys and activities.

Homeschool Huddle

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 11 • 2 p.m.

Enjoy a story and activity as you get to know other homeschool families.

Paperback Pumpkins

Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 28 • 10 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Pumpkin Trail at the Franklin Urban Forest FAMILIES Fri • Oct 28 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Urban Forest Meet us at the Franklin StoryWalk. Wear your costume and bring a flashlight to trick-or-treat along the trail.

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FRANKLIN BRANCH Teens Teen Game Night: Tee K.O.

Tue • Aug 30 • 6 p.m.

This online game combines Pictionary and clever captioning with hilarious results!

Project Prom: Homecoming Pop-Up Shop

Sat • Sep 10 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Looking for formal wear for homecoming?

Find something at our pop-up shop and take it home at no charge. No need to register, but DO tell a friend.

Teen Cooking: Halloween Treats

Thu • Oct 27 • 6 p.m.

Make pumpkin spice puppy chow and “dirt” pudding.

JCPL Fall StoryWalks Country Gate Park New Whiteland “Yellow Time”

by Lauren Stringer Urban Forest Franklin “One Family”

by George Shannon Kelsey Anne Devine Trafalgar Branch “In the Middle of Fall”

by Kevin Henkes Independence Park Greenwood “The Leaf Thief”

by Alice Hemming Windisch Park Bargersville “Leif and the Fall”

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Voices from the Past Storyteller Series: Dale Family Log Cabin Carol and Mike Dale tell the story of restoring a log cabin discovered when they decided to rehab a home in Franklin.

Sat · Sep 17 · 1:30 p.m. at Johnson County Museum of History

FRANKLIN BRANCH All Ages 3D Print Drop-In

Thu • Aug 11 • 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Drop in to watch a surprise print in our 3D printer. Take home a 3D-printed keychain that holds a programmable NFC chip.

Chess Club

Thu • Aug 18 • 4:30 p.m.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere.

Chess Club

Thu • Sep 8 • 4:30 p.m.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere.

Voices from the Past Storyteller Series: Dale Family Log Cabin

Sat • Sep 17 • 1:30 p.m.

Carol and Mike Dale discuss restoring a log cabin discovered in Franklin. This program is presented at Johnson County Museum of History.

Flu Shot Clinic

Tue • Sep 20 • 3 – 6 p.m.

Get your flu shot at JCPL in association with Franciscan Health. Most insurance is accepted. $15 without insurance.

All Ages Be Red Cross Ready: Emergency Preparedness

Wed • Sep 21 • 6:30 p.m.

Tue • Sep 27 • 2 p.m.

Join Patricia Colon of the American Red Cross to be prepared for disasters and other emergencies.

Cultural Exchange

Thu • Sep 22 • 6:30 p.m.

Discover a new culture every month by meeting a local international exchange student. Learn about their traditions, food, clothing and more.

Guess That Disney Song Challenge

Wed • Oct 12 • 6 p.m.

Can you guess the Disney song after 1 second or 5 seconds? Compete against other Disney fans.

Chess Club

Thu • Oct 13 • 4:30 p.m.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come and test yourself against others in a friendly atmosphere.

Cultural Exchange

Thu • Oct 20 • 6:30 p.m.

Discover a new culture every month by meeting a local international exchange student. Learn about their traditions, food, clothing and more.

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QPR Gatekeeper Training

Read & Bleed @ Your Library

Paint Your Pet

Digital Photo Organization

Basic Car Maintenance

Game Night for Grown-Ups: Word Games

ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Aug 4 • 6:30 p.m.

If a friend or family member is showing signs of suicide, do you know what to do or say? Join us for QPR Gatekeeper training.

Mon • Aug 8 • 11 a.m.

Paint a picture of your pet! Drop off your photo a week before the program and we’ll prepare a paint-by-number canvas for you.

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Aug 9 • 10:30 a.m.

Wed • Aug 10 • 6:30 p.m.

Jiffy Lube team members present helpful tips for basic car maintenance, vehicle safety and emergencies.

Dementia 101

Age 17+ Wed • Sep 7 • 2 – 6 p.m.

Roll up your sleeve while you read.

To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Sep 14 • 6:30 p.m.

Learn the “ABC” and “3, 2, 1” of digital photo saving and organization.

Thu • Sep 15 • 6 p.m.

Play tabletop games with other adults.

Black Cat Cross-stitch

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Oct 4 • 4 p.m. • Library Services Center Enjoy a relaxing hour of cross-stitching.

All supplies will be provided.

Mon • Aug 15 • 11 a.m.

Learn about the differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s from Ashley Handy, Community Relations Coordinator at A Senior Retreat.

Thu • Oct 6 • 6 p.m.

Play tabletop games with other adults.

Naloxone Community Training

Building Bridges: Coming Out

Game Night for Grown-Ups: Resource Management Games

ADULTS Fri • Aug 19 • 3 p.m.

Layperson Naloxone (NARCAN) training teaches you to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the reversal drug Naloxone to save a life.

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Oct 11 • 6:30 p.m.

October is LGBTQ+ history month. Hear experiences of coming out and living openly gay on National Coming Out Day.

Butterfly Cross-stitch

Tue • Oct 25 • 10:30 a.m.

Recycle a paperback book to create a pumpkin centerpiece.

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Sep 6 • 4 p.m. • LSC Enjoy a relaxing hour of cross-stitching.

All supplies will be provided.

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Haunted Indiana: Whispers Estate House ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Oct 25 • 6 p.m.

Rich Ballard, owner of Whispers Estate, describes paranormal activity at this house in Mitchell, Indiana.

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Adult Learning Center

MEET YOUR INTERNATIONAL NEIGHBORS

Cultural Fair

Sat • Sep 10 • 1-4 p.m.

Clark Pleasant Branch

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SAMPLE CUISINES MAKE CRAFTS ENJOY ENTERTAINMENT WIN PRIZES MEET PEOPLE FROM AROUND THE WORLD

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TRAFALGAR BRANCH Children Homeschool Huddle

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Aug 4 • 10 a.m.

Calling all homeschoolers! Enjoy a story and activity as you get to know other homeschool families.

Nail Art

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 9 • 4:30 p.m Do you enjoy painting nails or want to learn how? Use nail polish, glitter and more to bring the sparkle. Dress for a mess.

Rock Painting

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Aug 16 • 4:30 p.m Paint rocks for your garden or friends.

Dress for a mess.

Dog Days of Summer

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Aug 31 • 4 p.m.

The dog days of summer are long and hot.

Cool off at the library with dog-themed games and crafts.

Homeschool Huddle

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Sep 1 • 10 a.m.

Calling all homeschoolers! Enjoy a story and activity as you get to know other homeschool families.

Crafternoon

SCHOOL-AGE Watercolor Resist Thu • Sep 8 • 4:30 p.m Try watercolor resist painting techniques with tape, crayons, glue, etc.

Full STEAM Ahead: Making Butter

SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Sep 19 • 4:30 p.m Explore science and technology by conducting hands-on experiments and crafts.

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Children Board Game Night

FAMILIES Mon • Sep 19 • 6 p.m.

Bring family and friends to this night of board game play.

Little Scientists

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Sep 21 • 3 p.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

Sticker Mania

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Sep 26 • 4:30 p.m We’ll create and use stickers to make a fun notebook.

Homeschool Huddle

SCHOOL-AGE Thu • Oct 6 • 10 a.m.

Calling all homeschoolers! Enjoy a story and activity as you get to know other homeschool families.

Crafty Kids

SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Oct 10 • 3 p.m.

Calling all kid artists! Create a toy dog you can take for a walk!

Spooky Crafts

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 12 • 4 p.m.

Spooky season means creating crafts to make you shiver!

Little Scientists

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Oct 19 • 3 p.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

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Button Factory

Movies @ the Park

Native Voices: Meet a Member of the Miami Nation of Indians

Flu Shot Clinic

Wed • Aug 24 • 4 p.m.

Make buttons using your photo or choose from our options.

TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Sep 28 • 4 p.m.

Shane Fox, a Miami Nation member, tells of life as a native person living in Indiana.

Enjoy a drumming demonstration and participate in this Miami Nation tradition.

DIY Crowns

Mon • Oct 17 • 6 p.m.

Use artificial flowers, zip ties, paint and other accessories to make beautiful crowns for costumes or every day.

Sat • Aug 13 • 8:30 p.m.

Johnson County Park, Nineveh Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch “Jumanji” (1995) (PG) under the stars.

Tue • Sep 27 • 3 – 6 p.m.

In association with Franciscan Health, get your flu shot at JCPL. Most insurance is accepted. $15 without insurance.

Beginning Origami

Tue • Oct 4 • 4:30 p.m.

Learn to fold a variety of paper figures.

Backyard Snakes

Thu • Oct 6 • 6 p.m.

Learn about the snakes you might see in your backyard while meeting some friendly snakes that call Indiana home.

Cultural Exchange

Tue • Oct 11 • 6 p.m.

Discover a new culture by meeting an international exchange student. Learn about traditions, food, clothing and more.

Halloween Party

Thu • Oct 27 • 4:30 p.m.

Wear your costume for games, crafts and trick-or-treating on the prairie.

Check out iVox, a children’s book app for ages 4-8.

Part e-book, part e-audiobook and part virtual pop-up, children can follow along with the story while interacting with 3D characters and scenes.

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TRAFALGAR BRANCH Adults What is a Curator?

Tue • Aug 2 • 6 p.m.

Emily Spuhler, Curator of the Johnson County Museum of History, presents and answers questions.

DIY T-Shirt Scarf

Wed • Aug 10 • 10 a.m.

Create a scarf from recycled t-shirts.

Staying Safe from Scams

Thu • Aug 18 • 6 p.m.

Purdue Extension educators discuss how you can identify and prevent common technology scams.

Learn about Indiana Grown

ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Aug 25 • 6 p.m.

This statewide initiative connects consumers to Indiana-based agricultural farmers. Co-sponsored by Trafalgar Country Gardeners.

Building Bridges

ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Sep 1 • 6 p.m.

Broaden your worldview with stories that confront bias and explore cultures. We’ll discuss “The Crossing: My Journey to the Shattered Heart of Syria” by Samar Yazbek.

Sew Your Own Scrunchie

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Sep 6 • 6 p.m.

Everyone’s favorite hair accessory from the 80s and 90s is making a major comeback.

Learn how to make a scrunchie.

Watercolor Paint Your Pet

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Sep 14 • 10 a.m.

Paint a picture of your pet! Drop off your photo a week before the program and we’ll prepare a paint-by-number canvas for you.

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Adults Estate Planning

Mon • Sep 19 • 6:30 p.m.

Learn about the importance of a well-executed estate plan and how it can ensure your financial strategy remains aligned with your goals.

Read & Bleed @ Your Library

AGE 17+ Thu • Sep 22 • Noon – 4 p.m.

Roll up your sleeve while you read.

To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

Coffee and Coloring

Wed • Oct 12 • 10 a.m.

Join us for a morning of coffee, coloring and conversation.

DIY Marbled Pumpkin

Thu • Oct 20 • 6 p.m.

Decorate a pumpkin with nail polish and celebrate the season.

Puzzle Swap

Tue • Oct 25 • 6 – 7 p.m.

Bring puzzles to donate or pick up a new-to-you jigsaw puzzle at this drop-in program.

Building Bridges

Explore another culture by discussing “The Crossing: My Journey to the Shattered Heart of Syria” by Samar Yazbek Thu • Sep 1 • 6 p.m.

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Popcorn Provided

1995, Rated PG

Sat • Aug 13 • 8:30 p.m.

Johnson County Park 3097 E. 32nd St., Nineveh

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“LUCA” Rated PG

Popcorn Provided

Sat • Sep 24 • 7:30 p.m.

Independence Park

2100 S. Morgantown Rd., Greenwood

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Halloween Programs Halloween Garland DIY

ADULTS, TEENS Mon • Oct 3 • 6 p.m. • WRB Create a Halloween-themed garland.

Spooky Crafts

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 12 • 4 p.m. • TRB Create crafts that make you shiver!

Cooked Up Fun

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 12 • 4 p.m. • WRB Get in the spirit for All Hallow’s Eve by making gross and ghoulish food.

Spooky Canvas Painting

SCHOOL-AGE Tue • Oct 18 • 4 p.m. • CPB Paint a spooky picture for Halloween

Horror Movie Matinee: “House on Haunted Hill” (NR)

Kids Cooking: Halloween Treats

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 26 • 4 p.m. • CPB Make spooky popcorn hands and Oreo spiders.

Halloween Party

ALL AGES Thu • Oct 27 • 4:30 p.m. • TRB Wear your costume while enjoying games, crafts and trick-or-treating on the prairie

Teen Cooking: Halloween Treats

Thu • Oct 27 • 6 p.m. • FRB Make pumpkin spice puppy chow and “dirt” pudding.

Crafty Kids

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Aug 31 • 4:30 p.m. • TRB Make Halloween decorations.

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Oct 22 • 2 p.m. • CPB

Spooky Paper Circuits

TEENS, SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Oct 24 • 4 p.m. • CPB Create a spooky paper circuit in the STEAM Zone Robotics Learning Lab.

Horror Movie Night: “Carnival of Souls” (PG) ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Oct 25 • 6 p.m. • CPB

Haunted Indiana: Whispers Estate House

ADULTS, TEENS Tue • Oct 25 • 6 p.m. • FRB Hear stories of paranormal activity in this Mitchell, Indiana house.

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Wear Your Costumes and Trick-or-Treat at JCPL StoryWalks!

Carni-Fall at Independence Park StoryWalk

FAMILIES Sat • Oct 22 • 4 – 6 p.m.

2100 S. Morgantown Rd., Greenwood

Pumpkin Trail at Urban Forest

FAMILIES Fri • Oct 28 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Franklin Meet us at the StoryWalk and bring a flashlight.

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Patrons will be charged for materials that are damaged or not returned.

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WHITE RIVER BRANCH Children Sticker Mania

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Aug 8 • 4:30 p.m.

We’ll create and use stickers to make a fun notebook.

Little Scientists

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Aug 10 • 10:30 a.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

Cooked Up Fun

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Aug 10 • 4 p.m.

Beat the August heat and make ice cream.

Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Aug 12 • 10:30 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Poetry Teatime

FAMILIES Wed • Aug 17 • 10 a.m.

Drink tea (or another beverage) with a treat while taking turns reading poetry aloud.

Building Bridges for Kids: Diversity & Disability

FAMILIES Wed • Aug 24 • 6 p.m.

Broaden your worldview with stories that confront bias and explore cultures. We’ll discuss diversity and disability with picture books as conversation starters.

Crafty Kids

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Aug 31 • 4:30 p.m.

Make Halloween decorations.

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Children Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Sep 9 • 10:30 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Little Scientists

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Sep 14 • 10:30 a.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

Cooked Up Fun

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Sep 14 • 4 p.m.

Enjoy apple season and make caramel apples.

Sticker Mania

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Sep 19 • 4:30 p.m.

We’ll create and use stickers to make a fun notebook.

Poetry Teatime

FAMILIES Wed • Sep 21 • 10 a.m.

Drink tea (or another beverage) with a treat while taking turns reading poetry aloud.

Crafty Kids

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Sep 28 • 4:30 p.m.

Make a flying toy bird.

Sticker Mania

PRESCHOOLERS, SCHOOL-AGE Mon • Oct 10 • 4:30 p.m.

We’ll create and use stickers to make a fun notebook.

Little Scientists

PRESCHOOLERS Wed • Oct 12 • 10:30 a.m.

Discover scientific wonders through books, experiments and interactive learning.

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Cooked Up Fun

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 12 • 4 p.m.

Get in the spirit for All Hallow’s Eve by making gross and ghoulish food.

Tot Art

BABIES & TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS Fri • Oct 14 • 10:30 a.m.

Create tot-friendly art projects. Stay after the craft for socialization and a short playtime. Dress for a mess.

Poetry Teatime

FAMILIES Wed • Oct 19 • 10 a.m.

Drink tea (or another beverage) with a treat while taking turns reading poetry aloud.

Tie-Dye

Thu • Aug 18 • 6 p.m.

Bring your own light-colored 100% cotton item to dye and we’ll have some fun.

Candy Sushi & Anime

Tue • Sep 27 • 6 p.m.

Make sushi out of candy and watch anime!

Minecraft Unplugged

Fri • Oct 14 • 3 p.m.

You’ve built structures in MINECRAFT, but can you build a structure with playing cards on a table? Compete to see who can build the coolest house of cards.

Snacks provided.

Carni-Fall at Independence Park StoryWalk FAMILIES Sat • Oct 22 • 4 p.m.

Dress up in costume, trick-or-treat around the StoryWalk and play carnival games in the shelter.

Crafty Kids

SCHOOL-AGE Wed • Oct 26 • 4:30 p.m.

Make a walking dog toy craft.

Visit the Friends of JCPL Booktique located at the Clark Pleasant Branch Library and the Trafalgar Branch Library.

All books and materials are for sale at $2.

Cash, checks and credit/debit cards are accepted.

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Homecoming Need formal wear for homecoming?

Sat • Sep. 10 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Behind the Franklin Branch Library

All formal wear is free. No need to register, but DO tell a friend.

The event is open to any teenager that needs formal wear for homecoming.

Johnson County residency and a library card are not required.

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WHITE RIVER BRANCH All Ages Mini Photo Digitization Service

Fri • Aug 19 • 10 a.m.

Do you have old family photos you need to digitize? We’ll scan five pictures for you.

Pencil Shading Practice 101

Tue • Sep 6 • 6 p.m.

Create an abstract geometric design using tortillons to add depth.

Collage Art

Sat • Sep 24 • 1:30 p.m.

Use magazine clippings, other prints and images to create art.

Adults Soothing Smoothie Afternoon

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Aug 10 • 2 p.m.

A calm afternoon of coloring and puzzles while enjoying a refreshing smoothie.

Organizing 101

ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Aug 11 • 6:30 p.m.

Hopeful Simplicity helps you find the organizing style that works best for you.

Read & Bleed @ Your Library

Movies @ the Park

AGE 17+ Tue • Aug 16 • 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Roll up your sleeve while you read.

To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

Flu Shot Clinic

ADULTS, TEENS Mon • Aug 22 • 6 p.m.

Bring your own or learn our games.

Sat • Sep 24 • 7:30 p.m.

Independence Park, Greenwood Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch “Luca” (PG) under the stars.

Thu • Oct 6 • 3 – 6 p.m.

Get your flu shot at JCPL in association with Franciscan Health. Most insurance is accepted. $15 without insurance.

Boo Lights

Mon • Oct 17 • 2 p.m.

Create cute and creepy Halloween decorations with ping pong balls and battery tea lights.

Learn How to Save a Life

NALOXONE COMMUNITY TRAINING Learn the signs of an opioid overdose and how to administer Naloxone to save a life.

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Board Game Mondays

Women’s Equality Bingo

ADULTS, TEENS Fri • Aug 26 • 10 a.m.

Play iconic women-themed bingo to acknowledge Women’s Equality Day.

DNA & Genealogy Discussion Group

ADULTS, TEENS Sat • Sep 10 • 10 a.m. • via Zoom A discussion, led by Central Indiana DNA Interest Group (CIDIG), about using DNA testing in genealogy research.

Native Voices: Miami Nation, Past, Present & Future

Mon • Sep 12 • 5:30 p.m.

Learn about Indiana’s Miami Nation of Indians tribe.

Upcycled Jar Leaf Lanterns

ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Sep 15 • 6:30 p.m.

Make a fall centerpiece using upcycled containers, artificial leaves and tea lights.

WHITE RIVER BRANCH Adults Naloxone Community Training

ADULTS Sun • Sep 25 • 2 p.m.

Layperson Naloxone (NARCAN) training teaches you to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the reversal drug Naloxone to save a life.

Board Game Mondays

ADULTS, TEENS Mon • Sep 26 • 6 p.m.

Bring your own or learn our games.

Halloween Garland DIY

ADULTS, TEENS Mon • Oct 3 • 6 p.m.

Create a Halloween-themed garland.

Java & Jeopardy!

Wed • Oct 5 • 10:30 a.m.

Are you the next Ken Jennings? Enjoy coffee and a friendly trivia competition.

Paw-tober Fun

ADULTS, TEENS Thu • Oct 13 • 6:30 p.m Cuddle with Humane Society of Johnson County dogs Frank and Aggie and other pets.

Digging Up Your Family Roots

ADULTS, TEENS Wed • Oct 19 • 6:30 p.m.

Linda Talley from the Genealogy Library of the Johnson County Museum of History shares family history research resources.

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(Trafalgar Branch Closed Sunday)

CLARK PLEASANT BRANCH 350 Clearwater Blvd.

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Board Game Mondays

ADULTS, TEENS Mon • Oct 24 • 6 p.m.

Bring your own or learn our games.

Read & Bleed @ Your Library

AGE 17+ Tue • Oct 25 • 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Roll up your sleeve while you read.

To schedule: 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

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BOOK SALE! Johnson County Public Library

FRIENDS

$5 BAG SALE: All Day

Rain Date: Oct 8

sat • Oct 1 • 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. OUTDOORS AT THE FRANKLIN BRANCH

Special Collections Sale in the FRB Community Room