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  • Storytime at the library every Tuesday at 10am for ages 3 to 6.

    Storytime 10AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Theme: Blue Craft: Sensory Bin Fun! There’s no time like Storytime! Join us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books, songs, & activities to build early literacy skills.  This program is for children ages 3 to 6. Storytime helps your pre-schooler grow by: Listening to stories, singing songs, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading. Storytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children, practice sharing and listening, and build confidence in a group setting. Sharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. This program is geared toward children ages 3 – 6.

  • Craft & Chat

    Meeting Room A 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Do you have a project that you need a little motivation to finish? Do you get lonely working on your projects at home? Just want a little company? Join your fellow crafters for an afternoon of crafting and chatting. Bring your craft project(s) from home and join us for a crafty social hour! Craft & Chat meets Tuesdays from 1-2 PM. NO REGISTRATION.

  • Novel Idea Adult Book Club

    Meeting Room A 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Our 1:30 – 2:30pm book guide is Steve Holland. Step 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. What 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. Plus, 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. So 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! The JANUARY book is PROJECT HAIL MARY by Andy Weir. Ryland Grace is the sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission—and if he fails, humanity and the earth itself will perish.. (summary from amazon.com) NO Registration. You Can Find a copy of the book for check out one the NOVEL IDEA BOOK CLUB display at the BMPL LIBRARY.

  • Storytime at the library every Tuesday at 2pm for ages 3 to 6.

    Storytime 2PM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Theme: Blue Craft: Sensory Bin Fun! There’s no time like Storytime! Join us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books, songs, & activities to build early literacy skills.  This program is for children ages 3 to 6. Storytime helps your pre-schooler grow by: Listening to stories, singing songs, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading. Storytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children, practice sharing and listening, and build confidence in a group setting. Sharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home. This program is geared toward children ages 3 - 6. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

  • Behind the Book with Julia Hotz

    Join from the comfort of your home for an at-home online author talk with author Julia Hotz. Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. The Connection Cure combines diligent science reporting, moving patient success stories, and surprising self-discovery to help us discover the lasting and life-changing power of social prescribing. Traditionally, when we get sick, health care professionals ask, “What’s the matter with you?” But around the world, teams of doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers have started to flip the script, asking “What matters to you?” Webinar discussion is on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. Register here (it's FREE): https://libraryc.org/ebatesville/106423 Can’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.

  • Storytime at the library every Tuesday at 6pm for ages 3 to 6.

    Storytime 6PM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Theme: Blue Craft: Sensory Bin Fun! There’s no time like Storytime! Join us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books, songs, & activities to build early literacy skills.  This program is for children ages 3 to 6. Storytime helps your pre-schooler grow by: Listening to stories, singing songs, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading. Storytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children, practice sharing and listening, and build confidence in a group setting. Sharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home. This program is geared toward children ages 3 - 6. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

  • Paint Poured Snowflake

    Meeting Room A 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Participants will combine their own colors with a hardening agent to pour beautiful, winter colors over a wooden snowflake. FREE program for grades 1st - 6th. Registration is required. Please sign your child(ren) up below. NOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.

  • Scratch Art

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Get creative at the library! Join us for our Make Your Own Scratch Art program and discover the fun of revealing colorful designs hidden beneath black surfaces. All materials provided—just bring your imagination! Free program for kids in grades 1st - 6th. Registration is required. Please sign your child(ren) up below. NOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.

  • BMPL CLOSED

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be closed Saturday, January 24th - ALL DAY  due to the weather forecast. Stay safe out there.  You can still use our eLibrary and Databases. eLibrary and Databases can be found at https://ebatesville.com/dl/ You can also search our catalog at https://evergreen.lib.in.us/eg/opac/home?locg=215

  • No Mother Goose today.

    NO Mother Goose 10AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    NO Mother Goose the Library is CLOSED due to weather. Join us every Monday for a fun filled 30 minute interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers. This program is geared towards ages 0 to 3. Help your little one grow by: Building Early Literacy Skills Encouraging Language Development Supporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting Choose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

  • No Mother Goose today.

    NO Mother Goose 11AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    NO Mother Goose the library is CLOSED due to weather. Join us every Monday for a fun filled 30 minute interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers. This program is geared towards ages 0 to 3. Help your little one grow by: Building Early Literacy Skills Encouraging Language Development Supporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting Choose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

  • No Mother Goose today.

    NO Mother Goose 11AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    NO Mother Goose today due to spring break.

  • Cancelled Chocolate Making & History

    Meeting Room AB

    This program is cancelled due to weather. Registration is required for this program. This registration is for the 1:00pm program. Join us for a fun and interactive 90-minute chocolate-making class at the Batesville Memorial Public Library! Learn about the rich history of chocolate while getting hands-on experience in tempering, molding, and dipping to create your own delicious treats with experts from Candyland Creations and More. Plus, take home your handmade chocolates in a goody bag! The History of Chocolate: Discover how chocolate evolved from ancient civilizations to modern-day treats. Tempering 101: Learn the secrets of melting and tempering chocolate for a smooth, glossy finish. Hands-On Creations: Molded chocolates (solid and filled) Hand-dipped chocolate treats Decorating Techniques: Learn how to drizzle, sprinkle, and add creative toppings. Goody Bag Take-Home Treats: Each participant gets a fun goody bag filled with their handcrafted chocolates. Q&A Session: Ask questions and get expert tips for making chocolate at home. All Supplies Provided: We’ll supply everything you need, including aprons, gloves, and ingredients. Please let us know if you have any food allergies.  Suggested donation amount: $10 Sign up is required below.

  • Cancelled Chocolate Making & History

    Meeting Room AB

    This program is cancelled due to weather. Registration is required for this program. This registration is for the 5:00pm program. Join us for a fun and interactive 90-minute chocolate-making class at the Batesville Memorial Public Library! Learn about the rich history of chocolate while getting hands-on experience in tempering, molding, and dipping to create your own delicious treats with experts from Candyland Creations and More. Plus, take home your handmade chocolates in a goody bag! The History of Chocolate: Discover how chocolate evolved from ancient civilizations to modern-day treats. Tempering 101: Learn the secrets of melting and tempering chocolate for a smooth, glossy finish. Hands-On Creations: Molded chocolates (solid and filled) Hand-dipped chocolate treats Decorating Techniques: Learn how to drizzle, sprinkle, and add creative toppings. Goody Bag Take-Home Treats: Each participant gets a fun goody bag filled with their handcrafted chocolates. Q&A Session: Ask questions and get expert tips for making chocolate at home. All Supplies Provided: We’ll supply everything you need, including aprons, gloves, and ingredients. Please let us know if you have any food allergies.  Suggested donation amount: $10 Sign up is required below.

  • BMPL CLOSED

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be closed Tuesday, January 27th - ALL DAY  due to the weather. Stay safe out there.  You can still use our eLibrary and Databases. eLibrary and Databases can be found at https://ebatesville.com/dl/ You can also search our catalog at https://evergreen.lib.in.us/eg/opac/home?locg=215

  • Cancelled Outdoors More Volksmarch

    This event is cancelled due to weather conditions. 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. Come join us the last Tuesday of each month! This month we will meet in Oldenburg - Meet at the Softball Parking Lot across from Wastewater plant. ALL AGES WELCOME Registration is REQUIRED All Children MUST be accompanied by an Adult Participants 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. Enjoy the fresh air, get active, and have fun with others while learning something new!   List of each month and Places we will go: January 27th - Oldenburg - Meet at Softball Parking Lot across from Wastewater plant February 24th - Brum Woods (Paved Parking lot entrance on Mulberry Street) March 31st - Freedom Park - (Meet at Pavilion) April 28th - Skatepark/Soccer Park path  May 26th - Brum Woods (Nature Trail - Huntersville Rd parking lot June 30 - Batesville (History Walk) meet at parking lot across from Weigels Funeral Home July 28th - Oldenburg (History Walk) meet at the park behind Beautiful World shop August 25th - Green Acres Walk - meet at Michaela Farm September 29th - Orchard Walk - Villa Orchard October 27th - Batesville (Cemetery Walk) - St. Louis Cemetery November 24th  - Gratitude Hike - Liberty Park

  • Puzzle Swap

    Batesville Memorial Public Library 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    In- Person Puzzle Swap Attention all puzzle enthusiasts! You are invited to our upcoming Puzzle Swap the WHOLE week of January 26 - Feb. 6, 2026! This is a fantastic opportunity for community members to exchange puzzles they’ve already conquered for fresh challenges. Here’s what you need to know: Date: January 28 - Feb. 6th, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM  (Monday- Thursday) or 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Friday ) or 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Saturday) Location: Batesville Memorial Public Library (tables will be set up in front of the stained glass windows inside) How It Works: Bring Puzzles: Gather any puzzles you’ve completed and are ready to pass on. Swap: Choose from a variety of puzzles brought in by other participants or donated by Batesville Memorial Public Library. Enjoy: Take your new puzzles home and enjoy hours of fun! Guidelines: Puzzles should be complete with no missing pieces. All puzzle sizes and difficulties are welcome. This event is free and open to all ages. Join us for a WEEK of puzzle swapping and meet fellow puzzle lovers in your community. Let’s keep the joy of puzzling going round and round!

  • Cancelled Remember When…Storytelling

    Meeting Room A 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    This program has been cancelled due to the weather. 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! NO Registration. Open to the Public. FREE.

  • Cancelled Chess Club for Kids

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    This program has been cancelled due to the weather. Kids Chess ClubOur new Kids Chess Club invites young thinkers to learn, play, and grow through the game of strategy and fun. Whether your child is a complete beginner or already loves chess, this club offers a welcoming space to build skills, make friends, and enjoy friendly competition. Join us at the library as we help spark confidence, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning—one move at a time. This program will be parent led with help from Ms. Sarah (children's coordinator). FREE program for kids in 1st - 6th grade. If you have a chess set feel free to bring it. Some will be supplied. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE SIGN UP YOUR CHILD(REN) BELOW. NOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.

  • Library Board Meeting

    Meeting Room AB

    Library Board meetings are open to the public. To view the meeting agenda, please click here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1s6UkFCw-AJPSvglwgLrjNum1oHoROZVR?usp=sharing BMPL Board of Trustees 2026 Mark Stenger - President 4 th term: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2028 Ripley and Franklin County Boards of Commissioners Thomas Barnett - Vice President 3 rd term: 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2025 Ripley and Franklin County Councils Jamie Schantz - Secretary 2 nd term:1/1/2023 - 12/31/2026 Batesville Community School Corporation Dana Cassidy 1 st term: 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2027 Batesville Community School Corporation Jeff Ollier 3 rd term: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2028 Batesville Community School Corporation Mark Masavage 3 rd term:1/1/2023 - 12/31/2026 Ripley and Franklin County Councils Heather Goldsmith 1 st term: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2028 Ripley and Franklin County Boards of Commissioners Peter Mack - Treasurer Non-voting Board member

  • Behind the Books Author Talk

    Join from the comfort of your home for an at-home online author talk. We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller. Join us in conversation with Liz as we embark on a tale of thrilling twists and disturbing disappearances. Register today to “enter the woods,” if you dare! Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isn’t just any thirteen-year-old: she’s the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region’s residents. And this isn’t the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbara’s older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found. Webinar discussion is on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST. Register here (it's FREE): https://libraryc.org/ebatesville/106424 Can’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.

  • BMPL CLOSED

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be closed Saturday, January 31th - ALL DAY  due to the weather and Evergreen (our system) being down for major update. Stay safe out there.  You will NOT be able to access our eLibrary and Databases. NO Libby NO Kanopy NO Hoopla NO Evergreen

  • Evergreen is Down

    Circulation Desk

    What does this mean? The Evergreen Indiana servers will be offline for maintenance Saturday, January 31 (all day) and Sunday, February 1 (all day). This is our library system that we use at BMPL. The following APPS will NOT work... Libby Evergreen Indiana Hoopla Kanopy and any other digital resource that uses your library card number to log in. You can still come into the library to check out BOOKS ONLY. You MUST physically have YOUR LIBRARY CARD with you. Public Computers can still be accessed with our GUEST log in only. Please NOTE: there is a possibility that our internet as a whole will be down. If that is the case the Library will NOT be open the Saturday of January 31. Please keep an eye on our website for updates. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

  • Evergreen is Down

    Circulation Desk

    What does this mean? The Evergreen Indiana servers will be offline for maintenance Saturday, January 31 (all day) and Sunday, February 1 (all day). This is our library system that we use at BMPL. The following APPS will NOT work... Libby Evergreen Indiana Hoopla Kanopy and any other digital resource that uses your library card number to log in. You can still come into the library to check out BOOKS ONLY. You MUST physically have YOUR LIBRARY CARD with you. Public Computers can still be accessed with our GUEST log in only. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

  • the library will have the Mother Goose program every Monday morning at 10am for children ages 0 to 3.

    Mother Goose 10AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Join us every Monday for a fun filled 30 minute interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers. This program is geared towards ages 0 to 3. Help your little one grow by: Building Early Literacy Skills Encouraging Language Development Supporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting Choose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

  • the library will have the Mother Goose program every Monday morning at 11am for children ages 0 to 3.

    Mother Goose 11AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Join us every Monday for a fun filled 30 minute interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers. This program is geared towards ages 0 to 3. Help your little one grow by: Building Early Literacy Skills Encouraging Language Development Supporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting Choose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

  • Mahjong Class

    Meeting Room AB

    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. Today, Mahjong is experiencing a resurgence, gaining popularity among all ages for its mix of strategy, memory, and social interaction. Whether 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. NO REGISTRATION. STOP BY!

  • Closing Early at 4PM

    Circulation Desk

    We will be closing the Library early today. We will close at 4pm Tuesday, February 3.

  • NO Storytime 10AM

    Activity Lab 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    This Storytime has been cancelled for today. Theme: Groundhogs Craft: Heart Groundhog craft There’s no time like Storytime! Join us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books, songs, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime helps your pre-schooler grow by: Listening to stories, singing songs, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading. Storytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children, practice sharing and listening, and build confidence in a group setting. Sharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. This program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.

  • Craft and Chat

    Meeting Room AB 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, IN, United States

    Do you have a project that you need a little motivation to finish? Do you get lonely working on your projects at home? Just want a little company? Join your fellow crafters at the  Library for an afternoon of crafting and chatting. Bring your craft project(s) from home and join us for a crafty social hour! Craft & Chat meets Tuesdays from 1-2 PM. NO REGISTRATION.