Connect with Tech: Northstar, Indiana Animals for Toddlers, Simple Strength Training, Cardio Drumming, Little Sprouts, Meal Plan

Connect with Tech: Northstar 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Library Discover a new way to build your digital skills! Our open-lab sessions let you learn at your own pace with staff available to guide you as needed. Northstar offers a wide range of learning topics such as: Essential Computer Skills: Phone Basics, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows, and Mac OS Essential Software Skills: Microsoft Office, Google Docs Using Technology in Daily Life: Cybersercurity Basics, Social Media, Information Literacy, Career Search Skills, Your Digital Footprint, and Accessing Telehealth Appointment Whether you’re learning computer and internet basics, building confidence with tools like Microsoft Office or Google, or strengthening everyday skills such as email, job searching, or managing your digital footprint, you can focus on exactly what you need to reach your goals. Throughout each session, you can take assessments anytime and earn certificates that demonstrate your digital skills. **Lecciones de práctica y evaluaciones están disponibles en inglés y español. This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Indiana Animals for Toddlers 10:30am - 11:15am Michigan Road Branch Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Simple Strength Training 10:30am - 11:30am East 38th Street Branch Join Becca Biedler with ID Fit during this series to learn how strength training can improve physical strength, cognitive function, metabolic health, balance, and much more! Exercises are full body but can be adapted to participant needs, and you will benefit whether you're attending just one or all of the classes in this series! Participants will gain access to Becca's online platform to continue exercises at home, too! Learn more at the ID Fit website. We encourage you to bring a water bottle to class. Meanwhile, enjoy this book list about the RBG Workout! RBG attributed her longevity and success to her strength training in older adulthood! *Please note that these dates are not listed because a substitute program will occur, instead. There will still be an exercise program at the same day, time, and location. This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation with support from a contribution by Honda. Honda is dedicated to helping people reach their own life's potential. Cardio Drumming 10:30am - 11:15am Warren Branch Join Dakota Nicley of the Guitar Academy of Indiana to explore how exercise can feel like fun! Participants can gain: You may also enjoy this FitLit book list about Feel-Good Fitness. This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation with support from a contribution by Honda. Honda is dedicated to helping people reach their own life's potential. Little Sprouts 11:00am - 11:45am Beech Grove Branch This program is made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Meal Planning Made Simple 11:00am - 12:00pm Decatur Branch The Marion County Public Health Nutrition Services is bringing 2 topics to the library this fall. This one (Meal planning), and Fiber Maxxing. Check out both at a branch near you! Use these lists to get prepped for prepping! This program is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Paws & Breathe at Haughville 3:00pm - 4:00pm Haughville Branch Tweens, teens, and adults are invited for a quiet hour to relax with Andre, a licensed Paws & Breathe therapy dog, in the Library's Community Room.