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Join the 3rd year anniversary celebration of Central Library's Center for Black Literature & Culture. Acclaimed poet and Indy native Adrian Matejka will discuss his works as well as Black literature and culture. There will be tributes to […]
The Music in Bloom Festival will be live and in person August 11-14 in Indianapolis, presenting concerts of new music by living composers from Indiana and the Midwest in engaging and interactive performances. Music in Bloom is a […]
The men and women who have won the Indianapolis Prize are individuals who have made a significant impact on saving animal species. They have learned how to be a leader in some of the most remote and exotic […]
Join us as we celebrate the women making incredible contributions in the field of animal conservation. Hear from female scientists whose dedication and passion are helping to save species across the globe, including right here in Indiana. The […]
Join the Indianapolis Public Library, Code Black Indy, Indy Women in Tech, InnoPower, and Eleven Fifty Academy for a panel discussion exploring pathways into tech careers from coding, cybersecurity, to Salesforce administration. Explore how to find the right […]
Max Brallier is coming to Central Library on Tuesday, May 3rd, from 5-7! Does Mister Shivers, The Last Kid on Earth, Early Elementary, or Galactic Hot Dogs ring a bell? Author Max Brallier, aka Jack Chabert, will be […]
Kadir Nelson, an award-winning painter, illustrator, and author known for his work featuring African American culture and history will present The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation’s annual Marian McFadden Memorial Lecture on September 29, 2022. Nelson is a Caldecott […]
We kick of the 2022-2023 season with String Extravaganza: Rise of the Concerto Gross, a program curated and led by IBO's new Leader, Adriane Post. Join us after the concert for a light reception as we welcome Adriane […]
What to feel the "American Spirit"? Spend a few hours at Central Library as we host our country's newest citizens for their Naturalization Ceremony. This is an opportunity to welcome people from around the world who have made […]
Help us dress dolls for a cause! Ready to donate dolls? All gently-used Barbies in gift-giving condition will be accepted. No dolls? No problem! We have plenty of dolls for you when you drop-in. Want to shop for […]
Gardens are essentially a place of sharing and gardeners know that we learn a lot from each other--whether you're just starting or experienced. Sessions will feature seasonal discussions with a local Master Gardener, resources--like our Seed Library--and connections […]
Come and enjoy a writing workshop with your community and peers! Explore new styles and strategies of writing with instructor Emma Faesi Hudelson and create an essay of your own. Playing with form can unlock new truths in […]
Join us as Child Care Resource & Referral Network discusses developmental milestones, the behaviors and skills of young children, and discover what they will accomplish as they grow! Presented by Child Care Resource & Referral Network
In this workshop you will explore and entertain aspects of futurism, slip-stream, sci-fi, fantasy, supernatural, or horror stories. Are you interested in adding some fantastical elements to your writing? In this class you will learn what speculative fiction […]
"Rasheeda’s Freedom Day" is an original short film from the Harrison Center and Dija Henry of The Blue House that tells the true story of Indianapolis resident and Greatriarch Ms. JoAnna LeNoir. She has spent her life learning […]
"Ekphrastic" writing is so descriptive you can envision exactly what is being described. In this workshop you will examine visual art as an inspiration for your own stories, poems, and essays. Many creatives enjoy art and writing and […]
