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Wonder Tuesday
Wonder Tuesday
Join scientists from Cook Biotech to try the Heart Valve Experiment. Two sessions for children in K - 4
4 events,
Music & Fun!
Music & Fun!
Learning to follow instructions to music with a caregiver. Best for ages 2-5, all are welcome.
Basics of Floral Design Techniques
Basics of Floral Design Techniques
Learn simple floral design techniques while understanding elements and principles to successfully design arrangements for your home. Presented by Dr. Williams, Purdue Extension.
3 events,
LEGO STEAM Challenge
LEGO STEAM Challenge
Come build with Education Students from Purdue! Try the challenge of the week with us!
1 event,
1 event,
Teen program: Glow Cloud Decoration
Teen program: Glow Cloud Decoration
Create a fluffy glowing cloud decoration for your room! This event starts at 2:00. Please be on time for this event to get all the supplies and instructions. A friendly reminder that teen programs are only for attendees in 7th - 12th grade. Younger siblings and parents are invited to explore the many other things […]
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2 events,
Adult Craft: Magic Wands
Adult Craft: Magic Wands
Use glitter, hot glue, metallic paint, and jewels to create your own magical wand this spooky season!
1 event,
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2 events,
Fall StoryWalk @ Celery Bog
Fall StoryWalk @ Celery Bog
As the seasons change, so do the stories! Join us on a leaf hunt at the Lilly Nature Center at the Celery Bog.
Teen program: Spooky Graveyard Terrarium
Teen program: Spooky Graveyard Terrarium
Build your own graveyard in a jar. Cute or creepy -- you decide! This event starts at 2:00. Please be on time for this event to get all the supplies and instructions. A friendly reminder that teen programs are only for attendees in 7th - 12th grade. Younger siblings and parents are invited to explore […]
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1 event,
WALLA presents The Spy Who Came in From the Cold
WALLA presents The Spy Who Came in From the Cold
The film begins at 6:30PM with optional discussion to follow.
2 events,
Pre-Teen Kids Spooky Crafts
Pre-Teen Kids Spooky Crafts
Make a ghost and a set of creepy eyes to display in a window Halloween night! Grades 4-6
Adult Craft: Magic Wands
Adult Craft: Magic Wands
Use glitter, hot glue, metallic paint, and jewels to create your own magical wand this spooky season!
3 events,
Music & Fun
Music & Fun
Enjoy your favorite songs in this morning of movement and music. Your child will practice following instructions while having a lot of fun!
Letter Writing and Relationships Through Time (Book Talk) by Dr. Jennifer Adams
Letter Writing and Relationships Through Time (Book Talk) by Dr. Jennifer Adams
Please join us in the Maple and Elm Room on October 11th at 5:00 PM to learn more about the serendipitous journey that led to the this wonderful book by Dr. Jennifer Adams. An Autoethnography of Letter Writing and Relationships Through Time: Finding Our Perfect Moon is about love letters, stories, and the ability of words […]
3 events,
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Designed with learning in mind, discover songs and stories while developing recognition of letters, numbers, shapes and colors.
Teen program: Craft & Game Night
Teen program: Craft & Game Night
Some fun crafts and games with friends for a Thursday night. Drop in anytime during the program. The Library will host this event the 2nd Thursday of each month! A friendly reminder that teen programs are only for attendees in 7th - 12th grade. Younger siblings and parents are invited to explore the many other […]
2 events,
Halloween Crafts
Halloween Crafts
Friday the 13th is the perfect day to create a spooky haunted house! Paint a Dollar Tree house as cute or scary as you please. Paper craft inspiration and supplies available too. Drop in for any portion of this program as your fall break schedule permits!
2 events,
Teen Program: Fall Keychains
Teen Program: Fall Keychains
Create your own keychains with your favorite fall theme Teen programs are designed for attendees in 7th - 12th grades. Younger siblings will be excited to learn about the elementary and pre-teen programs in the Children's department.
1 event,
Adults: Diamond Painting
Adults: Diamond Painting
Adults are welcome to join, regardless of experience level. Receive a free small kit or bring your own.
1 event,
Meet Bluey!
Meet Bluey!
The Children's Department welcomes a special guest - Bluey! Come sing and strike a pose with our newest friend! Play a game and make a Bluey-inspired craft too. All ages welcome!
3 events,
Baby Time!
Baby Time!
Share the joy of language and socialization with your baby and library friends. Best for babies up to two years of age.
Starbright Storytime
Starbright Storytime
An evening storytime to follow your busy day. Stories and songs for little ones.
2 events,
Music & Fun
Music & Fun
Enjoy your favorite songs in this morning of movement and music. Your child will practice following instructions while having a lot of fun!
2 events,
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Designed with learning in mind, discover songs and stories while developing recognition of letters, numbers, shapes and colors.
1 event,
2 events,
Teen Program: Movie Afternoon
Teen Program: Movie Afternoon
Hang out with friends, munch on popcorn, and watch a movie on our big screen! A different movie is selected by our teen volunteer Events Committee each month.
1 event,
Adults: Book Brunch
Adults: Book Brunch
Enjoy a tasting of new adult books in all genres - while enjoying a light brunch! Open to adults.
1 event,
Sensory Play
Sensory Play
Scents, textures, colors. Scooping, pouring and stacking. So many sensory explorations at this messy play session!
4 events,
Baby Time!
Baby Time!
Share the joy of language and socialization with your baby and library friends. Best for babies up to two years of age.
3 events,
Purdue Extension: Planting and Maintaining Trees
Purdue Extension: Planting and Maintaining Trees
Presented by Dr. Patrick Williams. Learn how to correctly plant, water, fertilize, and prune young trees to help the foundations of your landscape for years to come.
Music & Fun
Music & Fun
Enjoy your favorite songs in this morning of movement and music. Your child will practice following instructions while having a lot of fun!
A Scattering of Stories: Local and Folk Tales
A Scattering of Stories: Local and Folk Tales
Please join us in the Maple Room on Wednesday (10/25) at 5 PM for a special program being put on by the Tippecanoe County Storytellers Guild. Veteran storytellers, Doyne Carson and Sheri Johnson, will treat us to a few local stories as well as some classic folk tales. We can learn many things from good […]
3 events,
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Designed with learning in mind, discover songs and stories while developing recognition of letters, numbers, shapes and colors.
1 event,
1 event,
Teen program: Toyshop of Terror
Teen program: Toyshop of Terror
The library's been hiding a terrifying collection of probably haunted dolls in the basement. Check it out...if you dare! Teens are invited to attend our second annual library haunted house -- designed by our teen volunteers.
1 event,
Books into Film Club: Practical Magic
Books into Film Club: Practical Magic
Read OR watch the film to participate in our Books into Film Club! Copies of the book can be picked up at the second floor desk. The movie will be shown on the last Sunday of the month at 2:00PM.
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2 events,
Baby Time!
Baby Time!
Share the joy of language and socialization with your baby and library friends. Best for babies up to two years of age.
Spooks and Slices: Double Feature
Spooks and Slices: Double Feature
Join us at the Library on Halloween for a double feature scary movie event, "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" (1920) and "The Shining" (1980). This event is sponsored by Arni’s Restaurant. Patrons can look forward to free Arni’s pizza, giveaway prizes, and plenty of scares! Hypnotist Dr. Caligari uses a somnambulist, Cesare, to commit murders. […]
2 events,
Adult Craft: Tissue Paper Art
Adult Craft: Tissue Paper Art
Use tissue paper squares and cardboard to create a visually fun masterpiece. Open to adults.
Music & Fun
Music & Fun
Enjoy your favorite songs in this morning of movement and music. Your child will practice following instructions while having a lot of fun!
1 event,
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Time for A, B, C’s and 1, 2, 3’s
Designed with learning in mind, discover songs and stories while developing recognition of letters, numbers, shapes and colors.
2 events,
Fall Crafts for Kids
Fall Crafts for Kids
Come make fall wreaths and cute forest creatures as we prepare for the colder days ahead!
2 events,
Teen Program: Visible Mending
Teen Program: Visible Mending
Bring something from your closet to mend or embellish with patches, embroidery, and paint! A variety of supplies will be provided and we will teach you how to sew different stitches - no previous knowledge required. A friendly reminder that teen programs are only for attendees in 7th – 12th grade. Younger siblings and parents […]
1 event,
Science Sunday
Science Sunday
Purdue Student Science Council brings hands on science activities to the Library. Join us in the Children's Activity Room.