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Friends Annual Members-Only Preview Sale

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Rooms A, B, C & D at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
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Shop for books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale! On Friday, May 2, members will be able to access items at the Members-Only Preview Sale after a brief membership meeting. Not a member?

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A, B, C & D at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
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Shop for books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale! On Friday, May 2, members will be able to access items at the Members-Only Preview Sale after a brief membership meeting. Not a member?

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This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
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Storybook Hike with the Ouabache Land Conservancy

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community
Program Type:
Family & Community, Gardening & Nature, Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults
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Ages 0 & Up: Grab your water bottle, put on your favorite hiking shoes, and join the Ouabache Land Conservancy for a trail hike followed by a nature-themed story at the Jackson-Schnyder Nature Preserve.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A, B, C & D at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
Friends of the Library Monthly Book Sale:

Shop for books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Friends of the Library Book Sale. Thousands of items will be available at low prices, from current bestsellers to your favorite classics....

Shop for books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale! On Friday, May 2, members will be able to access items at the Members-Only Preview Sale after a brief membership meeting. Not a member?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee & Crosswords

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room | 12 Points at 12 Points
Program Type:
Family & Community
Age Group:
Adults
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Sharpen your pencil and your mind at Coffee & Crosswords! Spend an hour relaxing with crosswords or word searches while you sip on coffee and chat with other cruciverbalists—a fifteen letter word for people who enjoy crosswords.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

GovCon Tour 2025

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lifelong Learning Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Employment, Education & Tutoring
Age Group:
Adults
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The U.S. government is the world’s largest buyer, and it’s required by law to consider small businesses for contracts. GovCon Tour 2025 will help you determine if federal contracting is right for you.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Euchre Bustle

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Boardroom | 12 Points at 12 Points
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Games & Trivia
Age Group:
Adults
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Can your team win the most tricks? Or are you going to go alone in this classic card game? Bring your partner and square off against other Euchre enthusiasts while enjoying light snacks.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Generative AI: Understanding Its Power and Implications

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Rooms B & C at Main Library
Program Type:
Computers & Tech, Speakers & Lectures
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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Ages 13 & Up: Artificial intelligence already powers multiple technologies that can shape human opinions and behavior, but as this new technology continues to develop, how else will day-to-day life be impacted? Dr.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Decks, Dice & Dominoes

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A | WBL at West Branch Library
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Games & Trivia, Family & Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Decks, Dice & Dominoes:

Challenge friends and fellow enthusiasts to card, board, and tile games at Decks, Dice & Dominoes! Whether you’re a cunning tactician, a master bluffer, or a secret grandmaster...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Home Sweet Home: A Guide to Buying and Selling

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community
Program Type:
Civics, Speakers & Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
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Are you thinking about buying or selling a home? Join realtor Debbie Hill of RE/MAX Real Estate Associates as she breaks down the process, making it less stressful and more approachable.

Open
Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sew Simple: Create a Custom Pin Cushion

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Haute Create at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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Ages 13 & Up: Do you want to create unique fashion and accessories, mend and alter your clothing, and save money while reducing waste—but can’t tell a bobbin from a backstitch?

Open
Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

UEFA Champions League : Semi-Finals

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Garage | 12 Points at 12 Points
Program Type:
Education & Tutoring
Age Group:
All Ages
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Ages 6–19: The final four teams are ready to take the field at the UEFA Champions League’s semi finals! Watch the game with fellow fans and engage in spirited discussions about key plays, strategies, and standout performances.

Open
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sweet Reads Book Club: The Confidante

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
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From her position as New York Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt’s unofficial advisor and “Mrs.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Hike

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community
Program Type:
Family & Community
Age Group:
All Ages
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All Ages: Discover nature together at the Family Hike!

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art Hacks: String Art

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lifelong Learning Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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Ages 19 & Up: String art is an easy way to turn simple materials into beautiful patterns and images. Hammer nails into a board, weave colorful string around them, and watch your design come to life.

Open
Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Experience VR

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Haute Create at Main Library
Program Type:
Computers & Tech, Escape Rooms, Games & Trivia, STEAM Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
Experience Virtual Reality:

Ages 12 & Up: Create intricate clockwork mechanisms, save a fantasy world, become a spy, or travel to distant planets with either the HTC Vive™ or the Meta Quest 2 VR headset.&...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live on the Lawn: Emily Ann Thompson & Kel

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawn at Main Library
Program Type:
Family & Community, Summer Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
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All Ages: Professional violinist and fiddler Emily Ann Thompson brings her diverse musical styles to life with her passionate performances of high-energy jigs, lively jigs, and soulful jazz.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee & Crosswords

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room | 12 Points at 12 Points
Program Type:
Family & Community
Age Group:
Adults
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Sharpen your pencil and your mind at Coffee & Crosswords! Spend an hour relaxing with crosswords or word searches while you sip on coffee and chat with other cruciverbalists—a fifteen letter word for people who enjoy crosswords.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Finding Your Roots

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B | WBL at West Branch Library
Program Type:
Family & Community, Genealogy & Local History
Age Group:
Adults
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Uncover stories that bring your family history to life at Finding Your Roots!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to 3D Printing

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Haute Create at Main Library
Program Type:
Computers & Tech, STEAM Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
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Ages 9 & Up: Turn your ideas into reality with Intro to 3D Printing.

Open
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Euchre Bustle

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Boardroom | 12 Points at 12 Points
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Games & Trivia
Age Group:
Adults
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Can your team win the most tricks? Or are you going to go alone in this classic card game? Bring your partner and square off against other Euchre enthusiasts while enjoying light snacks.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bingo by the Books

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms A & B | WBL at West Branch Library
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Games & Trivia, Family & Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Bingo by the Books:

Gather with your friends and neighbors for refreshments and be ready to shout, “Bingo!” as you play traditional and non-traditional bingo games with the chance to win prizes. Bingo...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Quick Crock Pot Meals

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kitchen | 12 Points at 12 Points
Program Type:
Family & Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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Crock pot meals aren’t just for winter! In summer, a crock pot keeps the kitchen cool and saves time, making it perfect for busy days—just set it and forget it!

Open
Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Entrepreneur's Office Hours

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Collaborative Space 6 at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Employment
Age Group:
All Ages
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Starting, growing, or relocating your business? Let Jared Ell, your regional Ecosystem Navigator from the West Central Indiana Small Business Development Center, connect you with the resources you need!