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Teen Peep Wars @ Hope!

Peeps + microwave = Peep Wars!

AGE GROUP: | Teens (Grades 7-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen |

Hope
Phone: 812-546-5310
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04
Mon, Jun 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
Sat, Jul 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed
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About the branch

The Hope Branch Library is located on the Hope town square at 635 Harrison St.  Completed in 1998 and designed by architect Deborah Berke, it is the information hub for the town of Hope.

Upcoming events

Mondays at Mill Race Storytime
Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mill Race Park - Amphitheater by 5th Street Entrance
Stories, songs, and rhymes at Mill Race Park!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
Teen Craft Renaissance: Found Object Fairy Houses
Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Reuse materials and objects found in nature to craft a perfect house for a fairy friend. Paint and decorate your objects and place them into a cozy little home that invites magic into your life!
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
BCPL Express @ Salvation Army
Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 10:30am
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 08, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
BCPL Express @ Booth Manor
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
BCPL Express @ Armory
Tue, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Teen Silent Book Club
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Chat and enjoy snacks and drinks, then spend an hour reading silently in community!
BCPL Express @ Gladstone Apartments
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Community Music Making: Drum Circle
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
"Feel the rhythm at our drum circle! Bring your drum, borrow one of ours, or come with just your energy and join the beat. All skill levels welcome for this fun, community-driven experience!
Family Craft Faire
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area
Bring the whole family to make some fun renaissance crafts. Make helmets, fire breathing dragons, renaissance toys and more!
D.I.G. Time (Drop-in Gardening) - Renaissance Edition!
Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Columbus - Library Patio
Drop-in to the garden and get messy with us! We'll dig in the garden, explore nature, make art, and play!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Laid Back Library Wednesdays
Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us after lunch for some laid back fun. Games, crafts, and more.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
See schedule below.
BCPL Express @ Taylorsville Latino Mobile Pantry
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
See schedule below.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 10, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 10, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
BCPL Express @ Nexus Park Community Day
Thu, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Tween Game Time
Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Open Mic Poetry & Prose hosted by Skye Nicholson - Brought to You by the Columbus Area Arts Council
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Hear and be heard at this open mic night. Enjoy original poetry and readings from local artists, or present your own writing in a relaxed and nonjudgmental space.
Exploring Your Family History with Newspapers.com
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Join us for a hands-on session exploring Newspapers.com. Learn how to search historic newspapers, uncover family history, and dive into local stories from the past.
This event is full
Wonderlab at the library- Bright Science! - PreK-6th grade
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
Brightly colored flames, cool glowing liquids, bizarre fluorescent materials and other surprises! Registration is requested.
This event is full
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Jul 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Fairy Tale Friday - at The LEX!
Fri, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
The LEX
Join us on the lawn for fanciful fairy tales!
Memory Cafe
Fri, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairlawn Presbyterian Church - Narthex
A Memory Cafe is an informal, supportive social gathering for those living with memory loss AND their caregiver. Enjoy some snacks, socializing, and some quality time with therapy pets.
Wonderlab at the Library- Bright Science! - PreK-6th grade
Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Brightly colored flames, cool glowing liquids, bizarre fluorescent materials and other surprises! Registration is requested.
This event is full
Notary Available at Hope Branch Library
Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
Teen Listening Party: Period by Kesha
Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Craft and listen to the new Kesha album.
Mondays at Mill Race Storytime - and BCPL Express!
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mill Race Park - Amphitheater by 5th Street Entrance
Stories, songs, rhymes, and books to keep at Mill Race Park!
BCPL Express @ Mill Race Story Time
Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:30am
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
BCPL Express @ Arbors
Mon, Jul 14, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Teen Craft Renaissance: Portrait Painting
Mon, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Use your friends as a muse to create your very own Mona Lisa or be inspired by your beautiful self and paint a self-portrait in renaissance style.
This event is full
BCPL Express @ Wexford Apartments
Mon, Jul 14, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Photography 101 - with Viewfinders Photography Club
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join members of the Viewfinders Photography club to learn the basics of photography. All skill levels welcome.
Adult Game Night
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Great for veteran gamers and new friends, choose from the library?s selection of games, and / or bring your own. Meet in the family side of Columbus Bar, 322 4th Street.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 15, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Crochet Camp
Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Crochet your very own palm-sized dragon! All skill levels are welcome. Drop in anytime or stay the whole time, but keep in mind this one is going to take a while.
BCPL Express @ Candlelight Apartments
Tue, Jul 15, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
BCPL Express @ Homestead Apts
Tue, Jul 15, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Adults on the Spectrum
Tue, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Support group for individuals 18 and up on the autism spectrum. Provided by Inclusive Options.
Adult Craft Night:
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area
Unwind and get creative--Join us for a relaxing evening of crafting, conversation, and fun. All supplies provided?just bring yourself and your imagination! Registration required.
Preschool Art Studio - Ages 1-5
Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Children ages 1-5 and their caregivers can drop in anytime from 11:00-11:30 for age-appropriate Process Art! Process art focuses on the journey of making art rather than focusing on the end product.
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Laid Back Library Wednesdays
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area
Join us after lunch for some laid back fun. Games, crafts, and more.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
See schedule below.
kidscommons at the Hope Branch Library- What is sound? - Grades 1-3
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Children in grades 1-3 are invited to join kidscommons educators at the Hope Branch library to learn about sound. Children will make their own instruments.
BCPL Express @ Nexus Park Community Day
Wed, Jul 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Kids' Art Studio
Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room,Conference Room
Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we?ll provide all the supplies you need.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
See schedule below.
Civil War Book Club
Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join this engaging book discussion group where we explore captivating non-fiction about the Civil War, uncovering its history and lasting impact.
Adult Storytime
Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come and relax while a short story is read to you. There will be Adult coloring sheets, and journals provided for you while you listen. This program is only for Adults due to the content.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
BCPL Express @ Edinburgh Food Pantry
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 17, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 17, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Jul 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons: Reading Renaissance
Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Hunt for the legendary Bard Himself, Billiam Quakesbeard, in this two-part mystery. Create a level 5, fifth edition character prior to the game or use a pre-created character.
This event is full
Tween Game Time
Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
BCPL Express @ Columbus Pet Food Pantry
Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Music with Valerie
Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Columbus - Red Room
Join music therapist, Valerie Jones, as she guides the group through well-known songs with gentle movement and participation
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Teen Volunteer Day
Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Do you need volunteer hours this summer? Just want to help out the Teen Services Department? We?ve got tasks you can help us with!
Fairy Tale Friday - at The LEX!
Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
The LEX
Join us on the lawn for fanciful fairy tales!
Notary Available at Hope Branch Library
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
Tween Stitch Camp - Grades 4-6
Fri, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Join children's library staff for a special Renaissance edition Stitch Camp!
This event is full
Jazz in July with WFIU
Fri, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy a smooth summer evening with Jazz in July on the Library Plaza! Join us for live jazz in partnership with WFIU?bring a chair, relax, and soak in the sounds of this free outdoor concert.
Hooks and Needles
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Real Life Among Us
Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room,Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
SSSHHHHHH! There's an impostor among us. Do some tasks in real life, watch out for sus behavior and try not to get (pretend) killed.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Create a level 5, fifth edition character prior to the game or use a pre-created character to explore the world of D&D. This game is beginner-friendly. All materials provided.
Mondays at Mill Race Storytime - and BCPL Express!
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mill Race Park - Amphitheater by 5th Street Entrance
Stories, songs, rhymes, and books to keep at Mill Race Park!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
BCPL Express @ Cambridge Square
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
BCPL Express @ San Souci
Mon, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
BCPL Board of Trustees
Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. All are welcome.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Teen Craft Renaissance: Embroidery
Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Interested in embroidering your own clothes or making decorative wall art to adorn your room? Create a simple blackwork embroidery piece inspired by the style that was done during the renaissance.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 22, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
3pm - 4pm General Civil Advice Clinic 4pm - 5pm Eviction Legal Advice
BCPL Express @ Love Chaple Mobile Pantry - Hope Town Square
Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Teen Renaissance Book Club
Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
June: A Midsummer Night?s Dream July: Much Ado about Nothing
Pokemon Club
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Hope Hooks and Needles
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hope - Hope Branch Library
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
D.I.G. Time (Drop-in Gardening) - Renaissance Edition!
Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Columbus - Library Patio
Drop-in to the garden and get messy with us! We'll dig in the garden, explore nature, make art, and play!
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Staying Safe Online: Digital Literacy Basics
Wed, Jul 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Learn how to stay safe online! This workshop builds confidence with tips on spotting scams, creating strong passwords, and navigating websites and email safely.
Laid Back Library Wednesdays
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us after lunch for some laid back fun. Games, crafts, and more.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
See schedule below.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
See schedule below.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 24, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 24, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
USDA Summer Feeding Program
Thu, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
BCPL Express @ Heritage Woods
Thu, Jul 24, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Tween Game Time
Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Disc Golf
Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
The LEX - Disc Golf Course at The LEX
Learn to play Disc Golf on the new course at the Lex! Discs provided and beginners welcome!
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
NAMI support groups are peer-led and offer participants an opportunity to share their experiences and gain support from other attendees.
3D Printing 101
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
"Step into the world of 3D printing. This introductory class is perfect for anyone curious about this exciting technology.
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Fairy Tale Friday - at The LEX!
Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
The LEX
Join us on the lawn for fanciful fairy tales!
Notary Available at Hope Branch Library
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
DuVenky Code on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series
Fri, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy free summer concerts on the Library Plaza! Local bands, great vibes?bring a chair, your favorite snacks, and drinks. Relax, listen, and enjoy live music under the open sky!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jul 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
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USDA Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
BCPL Express @ Gateway Apts.
Mon, Jul 28, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
BCPL Express @ Ashford Apartments
Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Adults Reading YA Book Club: Graphic Novels
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Read any teen graphic novel and come prepared to share with the group what you read and add more to your TBR list. We will meet at Papa?s Grill, located at 3780 W Jonathan Moore Pike.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 29, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Cancelled
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Adults on the Spectrum
Tue, Jul 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Support group for individuals 18 and up on the autism spectrum. Provided by Inclusive Options.
All Book'd Book Club
Tue, Jul 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Red Room,Zoom 2
Join library staff members Shelly and Maria for a book discussion.
Henry Moore's Birthday Party
Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Celebrate Henry Moore?s birthday with the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives! Join designer Sarah Marsom to create one-of-a-kind cyanotype prints using archival images and sunlight.
Cancelled
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Laid Back Library Wednesdays
Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us after lunch for some laid back fun. Games, crafts, and more.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 31, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jul 31, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Cancelled
USDA Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
Bartholomew County School Corporation will once again be partnering with the library to bring you and your family summer lunch services.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
BCPL Express @ BC Health Dept. Back to School Bash
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Flow Yoga
Mon, Aug 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
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