MCPL staff may take photographs at library events for publicity purposes.
Funding is provided by the Friends of the Library.
TINY-TO-TWO PROGRAMS
Infants and toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this program of songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books and activities. Choose one of two sessions.
Please
register in advance.
Click on your preferred time to register.
Birth through age 2 1/2.
Third Friday of the Month at
10:15 OR 11:15.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES
This program allows preschoolers and kindergarten
children to enjoy storytelling, puppets and music
in a social setting.
Please register in advance.
(To assist future planning , please let staff know if an afternoon time would work better for you and your child. Stop by the Ellettsville Information Desk or call the Ellettsville Branch Library, 876-1272.)
Evening Story Time and Crafts - Ellettsville
This is a chance for the whole family to enjoy stories, a movie and a craft. The stories and movie and craft will appeal to a wide range of ages, so bring the whole family. Craft supplies provided by the Friends of the Library.
All ages
Wednesday, February 15, 7:00 PM
Saving the Big Cats - Ellettsville
Jean Herrberg, Assistant Director, of the Exotic Feline Rescue Center will present an interactive program describing the lives of the large cats of the world, and what the rescue center is doing to save them right here in Indiana.
1 - 6 grade
Saturday, February 18, 11:00 AM
X-Treme Team: Paper Aeronautics - Ellettsville
What is the Bournelli effect? How far can you make a paper airplane fly? What would happen if you threw a paper airplane off a third story balcony in the public library? We’ll learn some new paper airplane designs and tinker with some old favorites.
Please register.
10 years - 14 years
Tuesday, February 21, 4:00 PM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, March 3, 10:30 AM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, April 7, 10:30 AM
First Experience with Opera - Ellettsville
Introduce your child to the beautiful world of opera with this abbreviated production of Into the Woods presented by Roundabout Opera for Kids. Children will be encouraged to ask questions following the engaging musical experience.
4 years - 12 years
Friday, April 20, 4:30 PM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, May 5, 10:30 AM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, June 2, 10:30 AM
MORE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Check the schedule of events at the
main library.
Visit the Learn and Play Space. Drop in and play with your preschooler - hands-on, learning through play activities for parents and children together.
Pick up a brochure or view the programs on line.
Ellettsville Children's ProgramsMastering Microsoft Word 2007 - Ellettsville
This six-part class will introduce computer users to Microsoft Word 2007, the world's most popular word processing software. Attendees will build competencies from the ground up as we explore the very basics of Word and then progress to discuss some of the more advanced features of the software. Attendees should be comfortable using a mouse and keyboard.
Thursday, February 16, 3:00 PM
Put It In Order--A volunteer training session
Learn about the Dewey Decimal and become a volunteer "shelf reader" at the Ellettsville Branch.
Put It In Order--Volunteer Training for MCPL
Training session for Ellettsville library voluteers who will be doing shelf reading at the branch.
It's Your Money: Credit: How to Build it and Use it Wisely
Your credit score can determine everything from qualifying for future loans to opening a utility bill account and getting a job. Learn about credit scores, building and rebuilding credit, how to find the best deals for credit cards and other loans, and making debt repayment manageable. Registration appreciated. Aimed at ages 15-29. All welcome. 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 15. Ellettsville branch.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Wednesday, February 15, 3:00 PM
-X-Treme Team: Paper Aeronautics - Ellettsville
What is the Bournelli effect? How far can you make a paper airplane fly? What would happen if you threw a paper airplane off a third story balcony in the public library? We’ll learn some new paper airplane designs and tinker with some old favorites.
Please register.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Wednesday, February 22, 3:00 PM
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Wednesday, February 29, 3:00 PM
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Spring Break Flicks for Teens - Ellettsville
Pizza and a movie - what goes better together? If you're staying in town this Spring Break, drop by the Library for an afternoon movie and some tasty eats!
Drop in.
X-Treme Team: Suncatchers - Ellettsville
Welcome back sunshine and warmer weather with this simple, Springtime craft. We'll make these brilliant decorations with just brightly-colored card stock and some push pins!
Please register.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Teen Game Club - Ellettsville
Like to roll the dice? Bring your own game or use one of ours. Whether you’re into role-playing games, Wii games, table-top games such as Settlers of Catan, or collectible card games like Yu-Gi-Oh, we’ve got a place for you and your friends to get your game on!
Drop in.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
It's Your Money: Make Your Own Piggy Bank
Turn ordinary household materials into a cool container for cash; then learn how to put the bank to work by saving your money. Registration required. Aimed at ages 15-20. All welcome. 7 p.m., Thursday, March 8, Program Room 2B, second floor.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Teen Game Club - Ellettsville
Like to roll the dice? Bring your own game or use one of ours. Whether you’re into role-playing games, Wii games, table-top games such as Settlers of Catan, or collectible card games like Yu-Gi-Oh, we’ve got a place for you and your friends to get your game on!
Drop in.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
X-Treme Team: Make Your Own Travel Game - Ellettsville
Ready for those long summer vacation car rides? You will be after this program! We'll be making simple card games designed to pass the time in the car, on the plane, or any other vehicle you take to get from here to there!
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Reading and Writing Homework Help for Teens
Drop in anytime during the evening for tutoring help on writing papers and reading critically. Bring your assignments, texts or a draft of your paper saved on a flash drive. For middle school and high school students only.
Teen Game Club - Ellettsville
Like to roll the dice? Bring your own game or use one of ours. Whether you’re into role-playing games, Wii games, table-top games such as Settlers of Catan, or collectible card games like Yu-Gi-Oh, we’ve got a place for you and your friends to get your game on!
Drop in.
MORE PROGRAMS OF INTEREST TO ADULTS AND TEENS
Check the schedule of events for adults at the
main library. Pick up a brochure or view
the programs on line.
Ellettsville Teen Programs Ellettsville Adult Services Programs
Contact
Us Monroe County Public Library, Monroe County, Indiana ° (812)349-3050
Updated:
December 30, 2011
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