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Canceled

American Sign Language Chat/Practice group

Fri, Aug 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Columbus

Drop in for casual practice time, all levels welcome.

Teen Pizza Party Society

Sat, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Do you love pizza? Join the library's first (and maybe only?) Teen Pizza Party Society to eat some delicious pies with fellow 'za enthusiasts. Registration is highly encouraged.

Canceled

Yoga Basics on the Plaza

Mon, Aug 15, 9:00am - 10:00am

Columbus

Explore the practice of yoga and its philosophy and benefits with Registered Yoga Teacher Jenn Willhite. These are free sessions. Please bring your own mat.

Teen Pro Gamer Club

Mon, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Play games on the library's Nintendo Switch with your fellow teens. Feel free to bring your own Switch, joycons, games, etc. as well!

BCPL Board of Trustees

Mon, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Red Room

Monthly meeting of the Bartholomew County Public Library Board. Open to all. Due to the Covid pandemic, the meeting may be conducted via Zoom. Email [email protected] for the link to participate.

New Adult Game Night: Stuffed Fables

Mon, Aug 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Library Plaza

Learn to play Stuffed Fables, an adventure book game where players play as a little girl?s stuffed animals who come alive at night to protect her from nightmares.

Family STEAM Night - No Registration Required

Mon, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio,Children's Area

Experiment, play, and learn with your child!

Columbus Viewfinders

Mon, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 4

Learn about different photography topics and share what you know. Minimal annual dues involved after one to two meetings.

Kid's Kitchen - Take and make registration

Tue, Aug 16, All day

Columbus

Register by August 16, pick up begins August 16.

This event is full

Toddler Time - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Library Patio

A toddler-friendly introduction to storytime.

Storytime - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus

Join us outside on the patio for storytime, featuring books and activities that are geared towards children ages 3 to 5.

Patio Playdate: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Library Patio

Join us outside on the patio for a relaxed playdate!

Teen STEAM: LEGO Bridge Competition

Tue, Aug 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Using engineering skills, compete to see who can build the best bridge out of LEGOs. Whoever?s bridge can hold the most books wins a prize. All materials provided.

"Whatever the Weather" Storytime and Playdate - No Registration Required

Wed, Aug 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

Donner Park - Playground shelter

Join us outside at Donner Park at the covered shelter next to the playground.

Watch-It Wednesday: Batman: The Animated Series

Wed, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Teen Area

August is officially superhero month, so Watch-It Wednesday will be all superheroes all month long! Watch the groundbreaking ?90s cartoon, Batman, featuring the icon Harley Quinn.

Drawing as Seeing

Thu, Aug 18, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Drawing classes led by instructor Katherine Hilden. Classes are for beginning and continuing drawing student. $50 class fee for five weeks, pay at first class, includes all drawing materials.

Registration is now closed

Library Babies - Registration Required

Thu, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Story Time Room

This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Storytime: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Thu, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio,Story Time Room

We will have stories, songs, and rhymes on the patio.

Teen One-Shot RPG: Marvel Multiverse

Thu, Aug 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Library Patio

Playtest the beta version of Marvel's RPG. Create your own superhero, or play an existing one in an adventure set within the Marvel Multiverse. All materials provided.

American Sign Language Chat/Practice group

Thu, Aug 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Drop in for casual practice time, all levels welcome.

American Sign Language Chat/Practice group

Fri, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 4

Drop in for casual practice time, all levels welcome.

Notary available at Hope Branch Library

Fri, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hope - Hope Branch Library

Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.

Teen DIY: Triangles on Canvas

Fri, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Using washi tape, section off triangles all over your canvas and paint the negative space. All supplies provided.

Zine Workshop

Sat, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Learn to make zines (self-published works of original or appropriated texts and images) in this DIY celebration of the new library zine collection.

Cbus Chess Crew

Sat, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area

All skill levels welcome! Come play a few games with local chess club members in a laid back atmosphere, study theory, break down tactics and traps, or learn how the pieces move.

The Ghost Roses on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series

Sat, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Red Room,Library Plaza

Join us on the Library Plaza for a concert by The Ghost Roses. Bring your own chairs. This event can also be viewed live at facebook.com/mybcpl.

Canceled

Yoga Basics on the Plaza

Mon, Aug 22, 9:00am - 10:00am

Columbus

Explore the practice of yoga and its philosophy and benefits with Registered Yoga Teacher Jenn Willhite. These are free sessions. Please bring your own mat.

Kid's Yoga: Ages 5-8 - No Registration Required

Mon, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Columbus - Library Plaza

Join Elemental Yoga for a yoga adventure as we explore, imagine and move.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

Mon, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 4

Meet with Christina and help plan future teen programs!

Storytime: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Mon, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio,Story Time Room

We will have stories, songs, and rhymes on the patio.

Adults Reading YA Book Club: Historical Fiction

Mon, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)

Read any YA historical fiction book you?d like and come prepared to share what you read with the group. We?ll meet at Upland Columbus Pump House, located at 148 Lindsey St.

Toddler Time - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Library Patio

A toddler-friendly introduction to storytime.

Storytime - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus

Join us outside on the patio for storytime, featuring books and activities that are geared towards children ages 3 to 5.

Patio Playdate: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Library Patio

Join us outside on the patio for a relaxed playdate!

Teen Games @ Hope

Tue, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hope - Hope Library (Annex)

Come play games like Unstable Unicorns, Llamas Unleashed, and more! with Teen Staff after school.

Teen STEAM: Nature?s Notebook

Tue, Aug 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Fun with phenology! Become a citizen scientist by observing the plants and animals outside the library to contribute to the USA National Phenology Network Nature?s Notebook project.

"Whatever the Weather" Storytime and Playdate - No Registration Required

Wed, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Donner Park - Playground Shelter

Join us outside at Donner Park at the covered shelter next to the playground.

Watch-It Wednesday: The Amazing Spider-Man

Wed, Aug 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Teen Area

August is officially superhero month, so Watch-It Wednesday will be all superheroes all month long! Watch Andrew Garfield?s first turn as Peter Parker in 2012?s The Amazing Spider-Man.

Drawing as Seeing

Thu, Aug 25, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Drawing classes led by instructor Katherine Hilden. Classes are for beginning and continuing drawing student. $50 class fee for five weeks, pay at first class, includes all drawing materials.

Registration is now closed

Library Babies - Registration Required

Thu, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Story Time Room

This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Storytime: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Thu, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio,Story Time Room

We will have stories, songs, and rhymes on the patio.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio

Join the fifth season of Teen D&D, perfect for beginners and returning players. Dice, character sheets, and other materials provided. Limit 6 participants. Registration required.

American Sign Language Chat/Practice group

Thu, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Drop in for casual practice time, all levels welcome.

American Sign Language Chat/Practice group

Fri, Aug 26, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 4

Drop in for casual practice time, all levels welcome.

Notary available at Hope Branch Library

Fri, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hope - Hope Branch Library

Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.

Teen Stuffed Fables

Fri, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio

Learn to play Stuffed Fables, an adventure book game where players play as a little girl?s stuffed animals who come alive at night to protect her from nightmares.

Origami Workshop - No Registration Required

Fri, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Children's Area

Join library staff and learn to make and decorate fun origami creations!

Southern Indiana Taiko on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series

Fri, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Library Plaza,Red Room

Join us on the Library Plaza for a concert by Southern Indiana Taiko. Bring your own chairs. This event can also be viewed live at facebook.com/mybcpl. Rain puts this event in the Red Room!

Kids' Art Studio - No Registration Required

Sat, Aug 27, 11:00am - 11:45am

Columbus - Story Time Room

Join library staff and unleash your creativity!

Teen DIY: Triangles on Canvas

Sat, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Using washi tape, section off triangles all over your canvas and paint the negative space. All supplies provided.

Canceled

Yoga Basics on the Plaza

Mon, Aug 29, 9:00am - 10:00am

Columbus

Explore the practice of yoga and its philosophy and benefits with Registered Yoga Teacher Jenn Willhite. These are free sessions. Please bring your own mat.

Builder's Guild Gr. K-6 - No Registration Required

Mon, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Columbus - Children's Area

Join library staff and fellow builders to create, share, and have fun!

Block O'Clock - No Registration Required

Mon, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Columbus

A littles-friendly version of Builder?s Guild!

Teen Anime Club

Mon, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Discuss your favorite anime and manga with others as we make anime-inspired crafts.

Storytime: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Mon, Aug 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Library Patio,Story Time Room

We will have stories, songs, and rhymes on the patio.

Toddler Time - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Library Patio

A toddler-friendly introduction to storytime.

Storytime - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus

Join us outside on the patio for storytime, featuring books and activities that are geared towards children ages 3 to 5.

Patio Playdate: Ages 1-5 - No Registration Required

Tue, Aug 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Library Patio

Join us outside on the patio for a relaxed playdate!

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area

Your blood donation matters. Register at redcrossblood.org.

Teen DIY @ Hope: Triangles on Canvas

Tue, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hope - Hope Library (Annex)

Using washi tape, section off triangles all over your canvas and paint the negative space. All supplies provided.

Teen STEAM: Digital Music Production

Tue, Aug 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Conference Room

This program introduces fundamental concepts and tools for teens interested in making music through Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and other digital instruments.

All Book'd Book Club

Tue, Aug 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Red Room,Zoom 2

Join library staff members Shelly and Maria for a book discussion.

"Whatever the Weather" Storytime and Playdate - No Registration Required

Wed, Aug 31, 10:00am - 10:30am

Donner Park - Playground shelter

Join us outside at Donner Park at the covered shelter next to the playground.

Watch-It Wednesday: The Batman

Wed, Aug 31, 3:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Teen Area

August is officially superhero month, so Watch-It Wednesday will be all superheroes all month long! Watch the newest incarnation of everyone?s favorite super-detective, The Batman.

Digital Civics - Using Congress.gov

Wed, Aug 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Join Reference Librarian Audrey Hood for an introduction to using Congress.gov to research bills, members of Congress, and learn about the legislative process.

Test webinar event

Thu, Sep 01, 9:00am - 10:00am

Columbus

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Drawing as Seeing

Thu, Sep 01, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Drawing classes led by instructor Katherine Hilden. Classes are for beginning and continuing drawing student. $50 class fee for five weeks, pay at first class, includes all drawing materials.

Registration is now closed

American Sign Language Chat/Practice group

Thu, Sep 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Drop in for casual practice time, all levels welcome.

Dementia Friends Information Session

Fri, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Columbus - Zoom 2

Become a Dementia Friend and attend a one-hour workshop with Sandy Allman, a trained Dementia Champion representing Dementia Friends Indiana.

Okto Carmonia Orchestra - Hispanic Heritage Concert - BCPL Concert Series

Sat, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Library Plaza