Adult Programs

Adult Programs

Tiny Art Show

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Come see the Tiny Art created by library patrons. Tiny snacks and drinks provided.

Drop in program.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sellersburg Library - Thursday, July 23 at 5-7 pm
 


My Book Publishing Journey - Author Talk

bookRick Parks, a 1976 graduate of New Washington High School, will offer a "writers talk" regarding the recent publication of his memoir, Sons of Other Fathers. The book presents the experiences he and his wife had in the adoption of their two sons in the 1990's. The writing, editing and revision processes will be discussed, as well as the challenges of signing with a publisher. No registration required!

New Washington Library
Saturday, August 1 at 10:00 - 11:00 am


Recipes to Share

saladIf you like to talk cookbooks, share recipes and sample new dishes, this group is for you. We share recipes and sample each other's dish. Meetings are the first Thursday of each month at Charlestown Library.

Charlestown Library - Thursday, August 6 at 10:00-11:00 am

topic: summer salads

upcoming topics: September 3 - apples; October 1 - an orange dish; November 5 - pasta; December 3 - cookie exchange


Crafty Creations

artCreate seasonal crafts using a variety of medium.

Project: string art vase.

Charlestown Library
Wednesday, August 12
6:00 - 7:00 pm


upcoming: September 9 scarecrow


Register for programs on the library calendar or by calling the library.


The Extra Special Social Club

logoA structured 1-hour program for individuals 18+ years old with intellectual developmental disabilities. Activities include reading a story, games and crafts. Come on in and join the fun! Meet new people. No registration required.

Charlestown Library
Friday, August 14 at 3-4 pm
This month Art Alliance of Southern Indiana will be doing an art workshop, part of their Unstoppable Program.

upcoming: September 17 - rock painting; October 15 - we're in-spider-ed by you!


Food for Thought

foodA monthly cooking group for busy adults to share recipes and cooking ideas. Bring a dish and the recipe to share with the group. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at Sellersburg Library.

Sellersburg Library - Thursday, August 20 at 6-7 pm
topic: your favorite appetizer

upcoming: September 17 - cheese; October 15 - chili cookoff


Book Bedazzling Night

bookJoin us for a craft night to bedazzle your favorite book.

Registration required. For adults 18+.

Henryville Library
Thursday, September 10 at 6:30-8pm

 


Empower Me to be Clutter Free

womanLearn de-cluttering strategies and discuss emotional barriers that often prevent us from letting things go. Presented by Purdue University Extension.

Registration is required. For adults 18+.

New Washington Library - Tuesday, October 6 at 6-7:30pm
Sellersburg Library - Wednesday, October 7 at 6-7:30pm
Borden Library - Thursday, October 8 at 5:30-7pm
Henryville Library - Tuesday, October 13 at 6-7:30pm
Charlestown Library - Wednesday, October 21 at 6-7:30pm

Summer Reading Club
June 1 - August 1

Summer Reading Club is for all ages.

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Adult can simply sign up and track the number of library books they read.

Register in-person at the library or through the free Beanstack App or on the Beanstack website.

Adult Prizes:
*The first 200 people to read 5 books will get a book themed notebook with pen.
*The first person at each branch to read 10 books will get a JayC gift card.

Adult Grand Prizes given at the end of the summer. All participants who read at least 1 book will be entered into a drawing for the following prizes: a bag of books for one person at each branch, a gift card to Xscape Movie Theatre and gift cards to various restaurants.


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Romantasy Book Club

We discuss fantasy romance book. Meets the 1st Friday of each month.

bookA court of mist and fury
by Sarah J. Maas

Charlestown Library
Friday, August 7
6-7 pm

 


upcoming: Sep 4 A discovery of witches; Oct 2 This kingdom will not kill me

For the Love of Books

Discuss the monthly bookclub pick and share our love of reading. Meetings are the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Calamity Club
by Kathryn Stockett

Henryville Library
Thursday, August 20 
6:30 pm

 

upcoming: Sep 17 Saving Noah (meeting at Taquila & Mezcal); Oct 15 Tourist Season

The Cozy Mystery Bookclub

This bookclub features the cozy mystery genre. Meetings are the 3rd Tuesday of each month.

bookThursday Murder Club
by Richard Osman

Charlestown Library
Tuesday, August 18
6:30-7:30 pm

 

 

upcoming: Sep 15 Masquerade murder mystery party (must register); Oct 13 Booked for Murder

Coffee & Crime

Join us for a cup of coffee and an afternoon of fn discussing a true crime book. Meetings are the last Wednesday of each month.

Participants may read whatever true crime book they want that fits into that month's theme.

Henryville Library
Wednesday, July 29
3-4:30 pm

upcoming: Aug 26 serial killers; Sep 30 cults; Oct 28 cold cases


Teen/Adult Crochet Club

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Bring your own crochet project to work on. Open to tweens/teens and adults.

No registration is required.

Sellersburg Library
on select Tuesdays at 5:30-6:30 pm
August 4 & 18