Connect with Tech: Northstar, Little Sprouts, Simple Strength Training, Cardio Drumming, Play & Learn with Gymboree, Indiana Ani

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. Little Sprouts 10:30am - 11:15am Pike Branch This program is 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. Play & Learn with Gymboree 11:00am - 11:30am Central Library Participating in a diverse class of physical, social, and cognitive developmental skills creates a dynamic class where younger children benefit from watching older children and older children benefit from being leaders. This program is a great opportunity for siblings to experience class together, or for children and adults can grow together! This program is made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Indiana Animals for Toddlers 11:00am - 11:45am Martindale-Brightwood Branch Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Career Center at Spades Park 12:30pm - 2:30pm Spades Park Branch The Career Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Making Together 2:00pm - 4:00pm East Washington 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. Marvelous Magnetic Bookmarks 2:00pm - 3:00pm West Perry Branch Explore multiple art techniques while designing and creating custom magnetic bookmarks. Learn how magnets work while creating a one-of-a-kind piece of functional art that kids can use and enjoy every day! this program is designed for kids ages 6-12. Discover Artificial Intelligence 2:00pm - 4:00pm Decatur Branch This class offers a balanced perspective on the use of artificial intelligence and introduces you to the important ethical and practical considerations of this developing technology. We will define key terms, give a brief timeline of the development of the technology, and create an interactive project together using freely available tools. This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Indy Library Store Book Sale 4:00pm - 7:00pm Library Services Center You can buy used and like new books and other items at discount prices. Proceeds support Library programs and services through The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.