Indiana Animals for Toddlers, Little Sprouts, Play & Learn with Gymboree, Chair Yoga & Mindfulness, Career Center at Haughville,

About this event

Indiana Animals for Toddlers

10:30am - 11:15am

Eagle Branch

Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.

Little Sprouts

10:30am - 11:15am

Garfield Park Branch

This program is made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.

Play & Learn with Gymboree

10:30am - 11:00am

Nora Branch

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.

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 Haughville

10:30am - 12:00pm

Haughville Branch

Adults needing help with creating a resume, searching for a job or career online, or filling out an online job application are invited to receive free one-on-one assistance. The Career Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.

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.

East Side Craft Club

11:00am - 12:00pm

Warren Branch

Calling all crafters! Join us for creativity and conversation. Crafts of all mediums and measures are welcome. Some basic supplies are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies or current projects to work on.

Microsoft Excel

11:00am - 12:00pm

Martindale-Brightwood Branch

In this session, join us in our computer lab to learn about Excel, including how to navigate the software, insert a function, and basic data entry. This program is geared toward seniors and adult learners with little to no computer experience but have a strong desire to learn. Some experience with Microsoft Word will be helpful and allow you to make the most of the program.

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.

Sunny Play

11:00am - 11:45am

Martindale-Brightwood Branch

During Sunny Play, your young child will have opportunities to explore natural materials, for sensory experiences, to play with loose parts, to create art, and to play make-believe.

Sunny Play is a busy program that is moderately noisy with focused, high activity in groups with plenty of calmer individual play spaces.

This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of PLAY, READ, TALK, SING, and WRITE, which are essential habits for getting ready to read as determined by the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read program.

Caregivers - You, too, will have your own table to enjoy a calming activity and an opportunity to mingle with other grownups.

Intro to Personal Devices

11:00am - 11:30am

East Washington Branch

Bring in your mobile phone, tablet, or laptop and learn how to print anything from your personal device at any IndyPL library printer. It's easier than you think!

Career Center at Lawrence

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lawrence Branch

Career Center is a program for adults to get assistance with creating resumes and cover letters, searching for jobs, and job applications. Laptops are provided but patrons are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. No registration is required.

Learn to Meditate: Everyone Can!

12:15pm - 12:45pm

Glendale Branch

All ages 16-106 are invited and welcome to our meditation classes. No experience necessary and no equipment is needed. Everyone will benefit from this growing experience and leave with tools to navigate life peacefully and productively.

Marvelous Magnetic Bookmarks

1:00pm - 2:00pm

East Washington 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.

Wednesday Matinee

1:00pm - 4:00pm

East Washington Branch

Free movie theater popcorn for every attendee.

Movies may have strong language and adult themes, participants must be 18 years of age to join.