Family-friendly things to do across Hamilton County — story times, science programs, craft afternoons, festivals and more in Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville. Updated daily.
Art Adventure Trail Adventure begins at Ignite! During the months of June and July, pick up a map and small notebook and walk along the art adventure trail in the lower level of th…
Explore this year's Summer Reading Program theme "Unearth a Story" with this drop-in activity. Use templates, colored paper, and collage materials to "discover" a new type of dinos…
Visit Meadowlark Park (450 Meadow Ln.) from July 1–July 27 when the library will be partnering with Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation to present a StoryWalk featuring the book Listen,…
"Unearth Your Roots" is Ignite's latest group exhibit, featuring art from local artists to celebrate this year's Summer Reading Program theme "Unearth A Story." Visit the exhibit s…
This program is intended for babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Blending folk charm with rock-and-roll sparkle, Ms. Michelle and Mr. Phil will get everyone moving during this musical adventure. Ms. Michelle knows just how to spark the fun while…
Create needle felted landscape designs using wool roving, felting needles and sponge blocks. Felting is one of the oldest textile forms and dates back to 6000 BCE. It involves pres…
Is something not connecting with our library apps? Upset with your tablet settings? Do you own your smartphone, or does it own you? Drop-in with your device for hands-on assistance…
Details →Come to the Digital Media Lab to use iPads to make a collage with whatever material you wish. We will use Procreate, which is a full-suite illustration program that also works well…
No tickets are required. Drop in anytime between 4:30–6:00pm. If the event reaches capacity, some patrons may be asked to wait until space becomes available. Please enjoy all snack…
Come watch KPoP Demon Hunters you bring the costumes, cozy blanket, and bestie! We'll provide the popcorn and Healer Han's Voice Tonic! The movie is rated PG with a running time of…
Kids will dance like dinosaurs to high-energy tunes with Mr. Dan. It’s a wildly fun and memorable prehistoric dance party you won’t want to miss!
Come as you are for a gentle, feel-good Tai Chi session focused on relaxation, balance, and easy breathing. No experience is needed to join. You’re welcome to stand or sit; chairs …
Details →Patrons will complete the in-person portion of their Noblesville Ignite Maker Lab Long-Arm Quilting certification in this small-group class. Registration is open to patrons who hav…
Details →Come join us as presenter Matt Kelly will go over commonly used AI tools for professional and personal settings. This class is great for those who want to explore AI more but are n…
Details →Learn to use our Brother NQ100E embroidery machine - it’s easier than you think! In this quick start session, learn how to thread the machine and change thread colors, choose a pre…
Details →Open Board Gaming is a monthly recurring program on the 4th Tuesday of every month that provides adults with a welcoming space to gather, play board games, and socialize in a low-p…
Details →Teens are welcome to bring their own VR headsets for their personal use during the program. While teens wait for their turn to use a VR headset, the library's Nintendo Switch will …
Visit Prather Park (12575 River Rd.) from July 29–August 24 when CCPL will be partnering with Hamilton County Parks & Recreation to present a StoryWalk featuring the book I Got the…
Active card trading may take place. Please keep at home any favorite cards that you don't want to trade or accidentally lose or misplace! Please enjoy all snacks before and after t…
Practice speaking English in a casual and supportive setting. Library staff and volunteers will lead the sessions, and all skill levels are welcome. This weekly conversation group …
Details →This class will cover how you can use the Digital Media Lab's iPads to create stickers from your favorite photos! We will also address some easy ways to make edits and add decorati…
iPads and supplies will be provided, but teens are welcome to bring their own props and supplies to use in their video. Teens may be working in groups or alone. For teens going int…
If you enjoy trading cards or comparing your card collection to other's, this is your club. It is also a time to meet other enthusiasts and make Pokemon related crafts or play card…
Create needle felted landscape designs using wool roving, felting needles and sponge blocks. Felting is one of the oldest textile forms and dates back to 6000 BCE. It involves pres…
3D printing can be a useful way to replicate troublesome parts in machines, display items, or even toys. To print something, though, we need a digitally designed 3D model that we c…
Visit our Soil is Alive! Soil Health Trailer and interactive mobile museum. Learn about life in the soil through interactive displays and conversations with a soil expert. Open to …
The digital wallets on our smartphones allow us to go about our daily lives without ever needing to pull out our actual wallets. In this presentation, we’ll review the basic featur…
Details →Book nooks featured in the exhibit include: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Mary Poppins by P. L. Travers Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe Pride an…
The Teen Services Department is seeking original 2D artwork inspired by this year's Summer Reading Program theme: Unearth a Story. Contest categories: Fine Art (drawing, painting, …
History is not just found in books—there are stories in everything around us. Grab your camera or even your phone and join us in capturing those stories via photograph! Look for la…
Drop in to Ignite to practice some mindful embroidery during the hectic Back to School season. Use embroidery thread and templates to make an optical illusion inspired bookmark for…
Come learn about the photo emulsion method of screen printing using our Pro-Light Exposure Unit. This is a versatile method of screen printing making fine line drawings, hand lette…
Enjoy a short story and some themed STEAM (Science - Technology - Engineering - Art - Math), stations.
Registration is required—first come, first served—in person at the Kids Desk beginning at 1:30pm the day of the program. Kids ages 6–12 may register for a 15-minute session of read…
Local Underground Railroad stories are popular – and the story of the Rhodes family and their escape from enslavement is well-known in this county. However, new research has been u…
Details →From the author of The Ground Breaking , longlisted for the National Book Award, comes a riveting saga of the last year of the Civil War—and a revealing new account of the assassin…
Details →Picture it: the glory days of arts and crafts time from elementary school... but just for adults! Bring whatever project(s) you're working on, or see what supplies we have out for …
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