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  • 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 OCTOBER book is The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.  magical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever found. From his home in Spain he journeys to the markets of Tangiers and across the Egyptian desert to a fateful encounter with the alchemist. (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: Desert Craft: Sensory Bin Sand 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.

  • 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: Desert Craft: Sensory Bin Sand 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.

  • Remember When…Storytelling

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

    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.

  • 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 2025 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

  • Thursday Littles Craft: Glow in the Dark Painting 10AM

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

    Join us to have some fun making paintings with glow in the dark paint and marbles!  This registration is for the 10am program. FREE 30 minute program is for Preschool and Kindergarten. 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.

  • 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!

  • Thursday Littles Craft: Glow in the Dark Painting 4PM

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

    Join us to have some fun making paintings with glow in the dark paint and marbles! This registration is for the 4PM program. FREE 30 minute program is for Preschool and Kindergarten. 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.

  • Euchre Tournament

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

    Know how to play Euchre? Join us at the library for a fun and friendly Euchre Tournament! Entry is FREE, and we’ll be rotating tables so everyone gets in on the action. Sign up individually — no partner needed! We will be scoring everyone as individuals. Enjoy prizes, light refreshments, and a great time with fellow card lovers. Don’t miss this chance to show off your skills and have some laughs! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please sign up below.

  • Open block play at the library for ages 1 to 4 every Friday.

    Block Play Fridays

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

    Join us for Friday Block Play throughout the winter months!  Miss Sarah will have different kinds of blocks out for free play and social time.  Meet us at the library for a morning of hands-on play, building with blocks, and building new friendships! This program is designed for children under the age of 4. NO REGISTRATION. Come and go as you please.

  • 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.

  • 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: Turkey Craft: Tissue Paper Turkey 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.

  • 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: Turkey Craft: Tissue Paper Turkey 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.

  • 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: Turkey Craft: Tissue Paper Turkey 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.

  • Closing at 5pm today

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

    Early Closing Notice.The library will be closing at 5:00 PM today. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. 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

  • BMPL is CLOSED Thanksgiving

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be closed November 27th - ALL DAY for Thanksgiving Day. 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

  • BMPL is CLOSED Friday After Thanksgiving

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be closed November 28th - ALL DAY for the Friday After Thanksgiving. 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

  • 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.

  • NO Storytime 10AM

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

    Storytime has been cancelled due to the weather today. Theme: Building Craft: Building Houses with blocks 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.

  • Late Opening

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will OPEN at 11am today, Tuesday, December 2 due to a snowy morning. 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

  • A Christmas tree made from tied rags.

    Rag Christmas Tree Adult Craft

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

    Join us to create charming rustic Christmas trees using fabric scraps and a simple wooden base. All materials will be provided, including an assortment of fabrics for you to select from. No prior crafting experience is necessary – just bring your creativity! This is the perfect craft for adding a touch of homemade warmth to your holiday decor. A 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 $8 to help support our programs, but it is completely optional. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please sign up below.

  • Storytime 2PM

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

    There is NO Storytime today due to the weather. Theme: Building Craft: Building houses with blocks 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.

  • Storytime 6PM

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

    There is NO Storytime today due to weather. Theme: Building Craft: Building houses with blocks 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.

  • BMPL CLOSED Staff Development

    Circulation Desk

    The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be closed December 4th - ALL DAY for Staff Development. You can still use our eLibrary and Databases. eLibrary can be found at https://ebatesville.com/elibrary/ Databases can be found at https://ebatesville.com/databases/ You can also search our catalog at https://evergreen.lib.in.us/eg/opac/home?locg=215

  • Open block play at the library for ages 1 to 4 every Friday.

    Block Play Fridays

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

    Join us for Friday Block Play throughout the winter months!  Miss Sarah will have different kinds of blocks out for free play and social time.  Meet us at the library for a morning of hands-on play, building with blocks, and building new friendships! This program is designed for children under the age of 4. NO REGISTRATION. Come and go as you please.

  • 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!

  • 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.