Enrichment programs for November: Central, Spades Park and Garfield Park libraries:

Central Library

Job Center

Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 10 a.m. to noon

Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Nov. 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Nov. 7, 14 & 21 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

A free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills.

Little Learners Storytime

Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 11 a.m.

Little Learners up to age 5 and their families are invited for story time in the Green Screen Theater. They’ll read stories, sing songs, and rhyme. Stay after to play.

Robots After Noon in the Learning Curve

Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 from noon to 2 p.m.

Families are invited to try a variety of robotics technology and practice programming. With various robots and games available each week, families can try something new or dive deeper into a favorite.

Game Night,

Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Have fun with giant-sized games and enjoy a collection of over 120 classic and modern board, card and dice games for kids and adults alike.

Knit One, Crochet Too

Nov. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Adults are invited to Central Library’s Makerspace for a night of fiber crafts and fun. Bring your current work in progress or start something new. Basic materials will be available for beginners.

3D Printing

Nov. 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Adults ages 18 and older are invited to learn the basics of 3D printing from concept to creation using Tinkercad and the 3D Systems Cube Printer. Dream it, design it, print it.

eBook Tinker Station

Nov. 7, 14 & 21 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Learn how to read, watch and listen on a PC, tablet or phone, as well as search and download materials from the Library’s extensive collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital music.

IndyPL Film QLUB

Nov. 10 at 2 p.m.

Adults and teens ages 17 and up are invited to view and discuss LGBTQ-themed movies. The film to be shown in the Riley Meeting Room is Birdcage (R). 

Coloring Café

Nov. 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Adults are invited to experience the latest trend in relaxation and fun: coloring. Enjoy warm beverages and soothing music while coloring on pages designed for adults. Colored pencils are provided.

How to Build a Nonprofit Organization Series – Building Blocks for Starting a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization

Nov. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Learn the characteristics of effective nonprofits and assess whether yours is ready for foundation fundraising. This seminar is designed for those seeking to establish a new nonprofit organization.

How to Build a Nonprofit

Organization Series – Indy Vitals

Nov. 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

City staff will provide an in-depth demonstration of a new online tool to measure the health and sustainability of neighborhood areas in Marion County.

The Road to Giving: Preschool Art Workshop

Nov. 23 at 11 a.m.

Preschoolers ages 3-6 and an adult are invited to join Ripple Mobile Arts to learn the importance of sharing with others and to create a masterpiece to share with someone special. This program will be held in the Learning Curve.

How to Build a Nonprofit Organization

Series – Find Your Stats in a Flash

Nov. 23 from 1:30 to 4 p.m.

Learn to use Indiana State Data Center resources to find data to tell your story to stakeholders and funders. This seminar is best for those who have already established their nonprofit organization.

Celebrate the Seasons: Seasonal Crafting Program

Nov. 25 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Adults are invited to join the librarians of Central Library to create gifts and decorations for home that can be enjoyed throughout the year. This program will be held the Library’s Makerspace.

12 Days of Winter

Nov. 29 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Join the staff of Central Library in celebrating the winter season during this do-it-yourself craft series. Create winter and holiday-themed decorations and gifts for home to enjoy all season long. This program will be an open house event.

40 E. St. Clair St. / 317-275-4100

Garfield Park Branch

– Job Center

Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 10 a.m. to noon

A free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills.

Teen Sewing Workshop

Nov. 11 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Teens are invited to learn a variety of hand sewing stitches, including how to make a buttonhole and sew on a button. Create a felt cord wrap, assemble and decorate a felt charging pouch to keep a phone safely off the floor while it powers up.

– Open Computer Lab

Nov. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Receive personalized assistance in using Microsoft Word and other applications. Discover Library eBooks, eMagazines, Kanopy, Hoopla, OneClickDigital, and the many Library online databases.

– Beginning Computer Classes: Internet Basics

Nov. 14 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Adults are invited to do a basic Google search and learn how to move around on a web site.

– A Plethora of Computer Classes: Cutting the Cord

Nov. 20 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Adults looking for cheaper alternatives to pricey cable and satellite television packages are invited to learn about the pros, cons and costs of streaming platforms such as Amazon, Hulu and Netflix.

Internet and Email Basics

Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Adults are invited to learn how to create an email, how to send an email with an attachment, such as a photo. This program, presented by the Southeast Community Services Center, will also show how to search the Internet safely.

– Minecraft Club

Nov. 25 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Individuals of all ages are invited to join the Library’s Minecraft Club and participate in Minecraft activities with others.

2502 Shelby St. / 317-275-4490

Spades Park Branch

Wit Lits Book Club

Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Adults are invited each week to read a selected book aloud from cover to cover and discuss it. Participation requires no preparation, and attendees are asked to resist the urge to read ahead outside the group.

– Job Center

Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 4 to 7 p.m.

A free service for unemployed or underemployed individuals to receive one-on-one assistance to enhance their employment skills.

BearTime StoryTime

Nov. 7 at 10:30 a.m.

Preschoolers ages 2-6 are invited to join Professor Watermelon for a storytime all about bears. He’ll show how these burly mammals survive and thrive in climates around the world.

– STEAM Saturday

Nov. 9 from 2 to 3 p.m.

School-aged children are invited to participate in a hands-on STEAM program. They’ll have the chance to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math.

Storytime at Spades Park

Nov. 14 at 10:30 a.m.

Babies, toddlers and preschoolers up to age 5 and an adult are invited for stories, fun activities and playtime.

Harp Music & Stories

Nov. 21 at 10:30 a.m.

Babies and toddlers up to age 2 with an adult are invited for an introduction to the concert harp and to explore connections between language and music. They’ll learn to identify contrasting sounds and understand that musical concepts bring stories to life by communicating feelings and emotions.

1801 Nowland Ave. / 317-275-4520