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SUMMARY:Felting Class
DESCRIPTION:Felting is one of the oldest forms of textile arts. Needle felting begins by rolling a small amount of wool and stabbing it with a needle. It is a quick hobby to learn\, and many find it stress-relieving.\nWe will be making a flower broach.\nThis is a FREE program and all material will be supplied.\nAges: 18+ (adults)\nLocation: Meeting Room A\nTime: 1-3pm\nRegistration is required. Please sign up below.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/felting-class-18/
LOCATION:Meeting Room A\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Club
DESCRIPTION:The Ukulele Club is a club for anyone who plays or wants to learn how to play the Ukulele. We have fun singing and playing all kinds of music! Music sheets are provided.\nThe Ukulele Club meets in the (Activity Lab located in the children’s area) of the library every 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month\, from 6:30 – 7:30pm. Batesville Library has FREE Ukuleles for checkout if you are interested in playing or learning to play.\nFor more information about this club please contact Janey at psteph@etczone.com. This club is ran by community members.\nNO REGISTRATION.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/ukulele-club-22/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Behind the Book with Marjan Kamali
DESCRIPTION:Join us from the comfort of your home and be part of the conversation with acclaimed author Marjan Kamali. We will delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel\, The Lion Women of Tehran. \nTogether\, the two young women come of age and pursue their own goals for meaningful futures. But as the political turmoil in Iran builds to a breaking point\, one earth-shattering betrayal will have enormous consequences.\nRegister here (it’s FREE) and ask questions of the author:\nhttps://libraryc.org/ebatesville/155582\nDigital live-stream is on Thursday\, May 7\, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST.\n\nCan’t attend live. No worries. Click the link above for the recording after the live date. This program is brought to you by Batesville Library and The Friends of the Library.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/behind-the-book-with-marjan-kamali/
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260508T140000
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Junction
DESCRIPTION:Gather each month with other like-minded family history enthusiasts. Each month we will explore a different topic.\nThis month: We will be discussing the best free resources to help with genealogy research. Come discover the secrets to no-cost genealogy and share your own tips as well.\nAges: Adults (free)\nLocation: Meeting Room B\nTime: 1PM-2PM\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Sign up below.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/genealogy-junction-8/
LOCATION:Meeting Room B\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:BMPL Perennial Swap
DESCRIPTION:🌱 Join BMPL’s Perennial Swap Event! 🌼\nHey plant enthusiasts!\nAre you ready to spruce up your garden without spending a dime? Join us for our upcoming perennial swap event! It’s the perfect opportunity to exchange your extra plants\, meet fellow gardening enthusiasts\, and add some new greenery to your collection. Here’s how it works:\n🌿 How It Works:\n\nBring Your Perennials: Gather any extra perennial plants you have from your garden. Don’t worry if you’re a newbie – everyone’s welcome! You can drop these off at the Library starting Tuesday\, May 5th during hours.\nSwap and Share: On Saturday\, May 9th (10AM – 12PM)\, a table will be set up in the BMPL Reading Garden outside of the Library by the parking lot. Browse through the offerings and pick out new plants to take home.\nConnect with Fellow Gardeners: Share your gardening tips\, tricks\, and stories with other plant lovers in our friendly community.\n\n🌺 Why Join in the Event?\n\nExpand Your Garden: Discover unique perennial varieties you might not find anywhere else.\nCommunity Connection: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for gardening.\nEco-Friendly: Reduce waste and promote sustainability by giving your plants a new home instead of tossing them out.\n\n📅 Save the Date: Saturday\, May 9th\, 2026\n🕒 10AM – 12PM\n📍 Batesville Memorial Public Library Reading Garden\nCOST: FREE\nDon’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to grow your garden and make new friends! Spread the word. Let’s make this swap event bloomin’ awesome!
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/bmpl-perennial-swap-3/
LOCATION:BMPL Reading Garden\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260511T130000
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SUMMARY:Mahjong Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Mahjong class and discover the rich history and modern-day appeal of this classic tile-based game. Originating in China during the Qing Dynasty\, Mahjong has been played for centuries and continues to thrive across cultures worldwide.\nToday\, Mahjong is experiencing a resurgence\, gaining popularity among all ages for its mix of strategy\, memory\, and social interaction. \nWhether you’re a beginner or brushing up your skills\, this class offers a fun and engaging way to learn the game\, meet new people\, and challenge your mind.\n  \nAges: Adults (free)\nLocation: Meeting Room B\nTime: 1PM-3PM\nNO REGISTRATION. STOP BY!
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mahjong-class-12/
LOCATION:Meeting Room AB
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T150000
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SUMMARY:Patriotic Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s craft class and create charming patriotic flowers in a mini watering can. You’ll be ready for Memorial Day and can use them all summer to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. All materials will be provided and you will follow along with step-by-step instructions.\nA suggested donation helps keep our library programs thriving\, so we can continue bringing learning\, creativity\, and community together for everyone. This class welcomes a suggested donation of $5 to help support our programs and supplies\, but it is completely optional.\nAges: Adults 18+\nLocation: Meeting Room A\nTime: 1-3pm\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please sign up below.
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T143000
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SUMMARY:Novel Idea Book Club Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Our book guide is Steve Holland. Here we will discuss the book.\nStep into a world of captivating stories and lively discussions at our Novel Idea Book Club! Whether you’re an avid reader or someone looking to discover new books and ideas\, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers\, share your thoughts\, and dive deep into a wide range of genres.\nWhat makes our book club special? It’s not just about reading—it’s about engaging with others in thoughtful conversations\, exploring different perspectives\, and broadening horizons. Each meeting is a chance to discover books you might not have picked up on your own\, all while enjoying a welcoming\, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you agree or disagree with the book\, it’s the lively debates and shared enthusiasm that make each session so enjoyable.\nPlus\, it’s a wonderful way to build a sense of community! You’ll get to know new people who share your love of reading\, make lasting friendships\, and be part of a group where your opinions truly matter.\nSo come for the book\, stay for the conversation—and discover why our Novel Idea Book Club is so much more than just a group of people reading the same book. It’s a place where ideas come to life\, connections are made\, and your next great read is just a discussion away!\nThe MAY book is Beautiful Country by Julie Wang.\nA Memoir of an Undocumented Childhood by Qian Julie Wang is a critically acclaimed memoir about her childhood as an undocumented Chinese immigrant in New York City detailing poverty\, the struggle to survive in the shadows\, and her family’s experience with the America Dream. (summary from amazon.com)\nYou Can Find a copy of the book for check out one the NOVEL IDEA BOOK CLUB display at the BMPL LIBRARY.\n  \nAges: Adults\nLocation: Meeting Room A\nTime: 1:30PM-2:30pm\nNO Registration.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/novel-idea-book-club-discussion-3/
LOCATION:Meeting Room A\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T150000
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SUMMARY:Behind the Book with Nir Eyal
DESCRIPTION:Join us from the comfort of your home and be part of the conversation with acclaimed author Nir Eyal. If you’ve ever quit too soon\, stalled in your career\, or sabotaged your own goals\, this book gives you the science and the system to go further than you thought possible. \nRegister here (it’s FREE) and ask questions of the author: \nhttps://libraryc.org/ebatesville/157487\nDigital live-stream is on Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST.\n\nCan’t attend live. No worries. Click the link above for the recording after the live date. This program is brought to you by Batesville Library and The Friends of the Library.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/behind-the-book-with-nir-eyal/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260521T193000
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Club
DESCRIPTION:The Ukulele Club is a club for anyone who plays or wants to learn how to play the Ukulele. We have fun singing and playing all kinds of music! Music sheets are provided.\nThe Ukulele Club meets in the (Activity Lab located in the children’s area) of the library every 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month\, from 6:30 – 7:30pm. Batesville Library has FREE Ukuleles for checkout if you are interested in playing or learning to play.\nFor more information about this club please contact Janey at psteph@etczone.com. This club is ran by community members.\nNO REGISTRATION.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/ukulele-club-23/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260526T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260526T170000
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SUMMARY:Outdoors More Volksmarch
DESCRIPTION:A Volksmarch (German for “people’s walk”) is a non-competitive\, recreational walk or hike through scenic or historic areas\, focusing on fitness\, fun\, and camaraderie; participants follow marked trails\, get cards stamped at checkpoints\, and enjoy nature\, local culture\, and sometimes refreshments.\nCome join us the last Tuesday of each month!\nThis month we will meet at Brum Woods (Nature Trail) – Huntersville Rd parking lot.\nALL AGES WELCOME\n\nRegistration is REQUIRED\nAll Children MUST be accompanied by an Adult\nParticipants must be able to stay in between the two BMPL Guides while walking and must be able to follow all instructions while visiting special locations.\n\nEnjoy the fresh air\, get active\, and have fun with others while learning something new!\n  \nList of each month and Places we will go:\nJanuary 27th – Oldenburg – Meet at Softball Parking Lot across from Wastewater plant\nFebruary 24th – Brum Woods (Paved Parking lot entrance on Mulberry Street)\nMarch 31st – Freedom Park – (Meet at Pavilion)\nApril 28th – Skatepark/Soccer Park path \nMay 26th – Brum Woods (Nature Trail) – Huntersville Rd parking lot\nJune 30 – Batesville (History Walk) meet at parking lot across from Weigels Funeral Home\nJuly 28th – Oldenburg (History Walk) meet at the park behind Beautiful World shop\nAugust 25th – Green Acres Walk – meet at Michaela Farm\nSeptember 29th – Orchard Walk – Villa Orchard\nOctober 27th – Batesville (Cemetery Walk) – St. Louis Cemetery\nNovember 24th  – Gratitude Hike – Liberty Park
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/outdoors-more-volksmarch-5/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Adults,Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260527T150000
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SUMMARY:Remember When Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of real-life narratives\, where we share heartfelt and captivating experiences. Join us to connect\, share\, and embrace the beauty of real-life tales!\nAges: Adults\nLocation: Meeting Room A\nTime: 2pm-3pm\nNO Registration. Open to the Public. FREE.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/remember-when-storytelling-12/
LOCATION:Meeting Room A\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260527T170000
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SUMMARY:Library Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Library Board meetings are open to the public.\nTo view the meeting agenda\, please click here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1s6UkFCw-AJPSvglwgLrjNum1oHoROZVR?usp=sharing\nBMPL Board of Trustees 2026\nMark Stenger – President\n4 th term: 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2028\nRipley and Franklin County Boards of Commissioners \nThomas Barnett – Vice President\n4 th term: 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2029\nRipley and Franklin County Councils \nJamie Schantz – Secretary\n2 nd term:1/1/2023 – 12/31/2026\nBatesville Community School Corporation \nDana Cassidy\n1 st term: 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2027\nBatesville Community School Corporation \nJeff Ollier\n3 rd term: 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2028\nBatesville Community School Corporation \nMark Masavage\n3 rd term:1/1/2023 – 12/31/2026\nRipley and Franklin County Councils \nHeather Goldsmith\n1 st term: 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2028\nRipley and Franklin County Boards of Commissioners \nPeter Mack – Treasurer\nNon-voting Board member
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/library-board-meeting-30/
LOCATION:Meeting Room AB
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260529T150000
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SUMMARY:Mahjong Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Mahjong class and discover the rich history and modern-day appeal of this classic tile-based game. Originating in China during the Qing Dynasty\, Mahjong has been played for centuries and continues to thrive across cultures worldwide.\nToday\, Mahjong is experiencing a resurgence\, gaining popularity among all ages for its mix of strategy\, memory\, and social interaction. \nWhether you’re a beginner or brushing up your skills\, this class offers a fun and engaging way to learn the game\, meet new people\, and challenge your mind.\n  \nAges: Adults (free)\nLocation: Meeting Room B\nTime: 1PM-3PM\nNO REGISTRATION. STOP BY!
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mahjong-class-13/
LOCATION:Meeting Room AB
CATEGORIES:Adults
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