Art Adventures, Indiana Animals for Toddlers, Little Sprouts, Chair Yoga & Mindfulness, Career Center at East 38th Street, Compu

Art Adventures 10:30am - 11:15am Eagle Branch Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Indiana Animals for Toddlers 10:30am - 11:15am Southport Branch Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Little Sprouts 10:30am - 11:15am Lawrence Branch This program is made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Chair Yoga & Mindfulness 10:30am - 11:30am Michigan Road Branch Chair yoga is a relaxation that also energizes body and mind by connecting breath to stretches and gentle movements. This activity improves posture, flexibility, balance, strength, and mind/body awareness. It helps to promote more steadiness and confidence in one’s body along with an overall sense of well-being and peace. We will have intermittent meditative music to accompany the class and close with a brief meditation. Learn more with this book list about Every Body Yoga or Fit Lit: Every Body Yoga. 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. Career Center at East 38th Street 11:00am - 2:00pm East 38th Street Branch Made possible by Office of Lawrence Township Trustee Steve Talley through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Computers for Beginners 11:00am - 12:00pm Martindale-Brightwood Branch Join us the first Wednesday of every month in the Martindale-Brightwood Computer Lab as we navigate the digital landscape together. We've carefully crafted this course for seniors and adult learners as they learn how to sign into computers, explore a computer's various functions, and learn online etiquette. Connection Cafe 11:00am - 12:00pm Beech Grove Branch Everyone needs connection - even if you just need a safe space to sit with others without needing to talk. This hour is for YOU. LaDonna hosts this space with a lot of creative, supportive, and engaging ways to feel welcome and "seen". In 2026 each month will have a different theme guiding the structured activities. All skill levels are welcome and activities can be adapted. However - participation is always optional. If you just need a warm space to be near others or have some conversation, that's fine! This is a safe space to share your struggles, talk about your favorite sports team, or just listen to others share about their interests. This program is made possible with support from The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Chair Yoga 11:00am - 12:00pm Beech Grove Branch Join Amy for chair-based yoga especially designed for caregivers to practice your breathing techniques, and improve your heart rate, mental focus, and relaxation. Chair yoga is a relaxation that also energizes body and mind by connecting breath to stretches and gentle movements. This activity improves posture, flexibility, balance, strength, and mind/body awareness. It helps to promote more steadiness and confidence in one’s body along with an overall sense of well-being and peace. Caregivers are encouraged to bring their care receivers along to enjoy the Connection Cafe down the hall. Modeled after Memory Cafes, this is a safe space for people of varying abilities. Learn more at Connection Cafe. If you would like to learn more about this important topic, check out these lists of books and resources. Campaign 101: Planning for a Successful Fundraising Campaign - Fall 2026 Nonprofit Series 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Held in the Special Collections Room on the 6th floor of Central Library. Walk-ins welcome but registration preferred. Made possible by the Meridian Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Making Together 2:00pm - 4:00pm Southport Branch Indianapolis-based artist Jim Walker will share prompts and questions with visitors to encourage sharing hopes, dreams, and visions. In addition to recording their voices, visitors will have the option to use digital and analog tools (everything from a laptop to a salt shaker) to team up with Walker to create accompanying soundscapes for their words. The completed brief audio pieces will air on the Indianapolis art and community radio station, WQRT 99.1 FM, and be available online with QR code access via signage and small displays in library branches. In memory of Ken McCune by Karen McCune. Waterway Exploration 2:00pm - 3:00pm Glendale Branch Explore the world of waterways by tackling hands-on challenges that uncover the power and complexity of rivers. Build bridges and dams, design a boat, and test your creativity and problem-solving skills. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12. Sing Me a Story 2:00pm - 3:00pm Warren Branch Sing Me a Story brings the power of opera to your library! This original children’s opera weaves in the music of famous opera composers like Mozart and Verdi while teaching kids about believing in themselves. Presented by the Indianapolis Opera. Lasts approximately 45 minutes. Circulating Sound Concert 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library This concert features Guy Holbert. You can check him out or learn about upcoming performances at his website. The Circulating Sound Concert series features live music at Central Library and at branches throughout the system. Join us for concerts featuring local artists performing a variety of musical styles, genres, and communities in Marion County. Learn about concerts at other locations this season. Get excited for this outdoor concert by checking out these book lists! Made possible in part by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Little Sprouts 3:30pm - 4:15pm InfoZone Branch This program is made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Intro to Watercolor 4:00pm - 5:30pm Beech Grove Branch Have you touched watercolor since you had a set of Prang in grade school? Maybe you've been secretly wanting to learn, but are not sure where to begin? These classes are being offered in partnership with the Indianapolis Art Center. Supplies will be provided and participants will leave with their own work, and some skills and plans to continue learning on their own. In the meanwhile, consider this list It's Never Too Late (Or Too Early) to Be an Artist (And Yes, You Can Do It!). This program is made possible by Danny & Debbie Dean and the Danny R. Dean Fund. English Conversation Circle - Virtual 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online This event is being held as an online meeting/webinar. You will receive an emailed with a zoom link approximately 24 hours before the event.