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SUMMARY:Ripley County Reads Park Hop
DESCRIPTION:Explore the beauty of Ripley County through its diverse parks! Embark on a delightful adventure with your family through the Park Hop—a scavenger hunt that takes you through awesome town parks\, magical nature trails\, and our own Versailles State Park. It’s like a treasure hunt\, but with nature as your playground! This event runs from March 7 – May 2\, 2026.\nGrab your passport from the Batesville Library and let the fun begin! Visit as many parks as you can that are listed on the passport\, unravel the clues\, and mark your passport. Bring your passport (this provides you FREE entry into the Versailles State Park the day of) and finish your journey at the Park Hop Finale on May 2nd from 11am to 1 pm at the Oak Grove Shelter\, Versailles State Park for a chance to win an Indiana State Park Pass! (Your paper passport will provide you FREE entry into the Versailles State Park the day of the finale.)\nThis year we will host the Finale alongside the Art in Nature Art Show & Artisan Demonstrations! Enjoy exciting activities\, including: swag bags (first 50 kids!)\, watch demonstrations in glass blowing\, blacksmithing\, and basketmaking\, and hands-on art experiences – try pottery\, wood-turning\, marble art and more.\nImagine all the adventures waiting for you and your family. Don’t miss this FREE fun-filled event for the whole family!\nRipley County Reads is made up of Batesville Memorial Public Library\, Osgood Public Library\, Tyson Library and Ripely County Tourism.
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SUMMARY:Mother Goose 10AM
DESCRIPTION: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.\nHelp your little one grow by:\n\nBuilding Early Literacy Skills\nEncouraging Language Development\nSupporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting\n\nChoose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mother-goose-10am-38/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260504T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T142341Z
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SUMMARY:Mother Goose 11AM
DESCRIPTION: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.\nHelp your little one grow by:\n\nBuilding Early Literacy Skills\nEncouraging Language Development\nSupporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting\n\nChoose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mother-goose-11am-38/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260505T224500
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T144213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T144213Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Butterflies\nCraft: Tissue paper butterflies\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-10am-90/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260505T144500
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
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SUMMARY:Storytime 2PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Butterflies\nCraft: Tissue paper butterflies\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-2pm-91/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260505T184500
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SUMMARY:Storytime 6PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Butterflies\nCraft: Tissue paper butterflies\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-6pm-90/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T150000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T164500
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SUMMARY:Chalk Rockets
DESCRIPTION:Join us to make chalk rockets. We will be using old film canisters\, sidewalk chalk\, and alka-seltzer tablets. This program\, will be outside and may be cancelled due to weather.\nAges: Free for kids ages 6-11 years old\nLocation: Outside the Library\nTime: 4-4:45am\nRegistration is required. Please sign your child(ren) up below.\nNOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/chalk-rockets/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T160000
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SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons
DESCRIPTION:Grab your dice and join in quest!  Create a hero\, explore fantastical worlds\, and team up with other kids in a beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons ONE SHOT adventure.  All materials provide. Just show up ready for fun!\nAges: FREE for kids ages 12-17 years old\nLocation: BMPL Annex\nTime: 4-5:45pm\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE SIGN UP BELOW.\nNOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/dungeons-dragons/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260507T200000
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CREATED:20260414T142004Z
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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/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260508T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T144109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T144109Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260408T122400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T123329Z
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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:20260511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260511T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T144937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T144937Z
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SUMMARY:Mother Goose 10AM
DESCRIPTION: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.\nHelp your little one grow by:\n\nBuilding Early Literacy Skills\nEncouraging Language Development\nSupporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting\n\nChoose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mother-goose-10am-39/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260511T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T145046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T145046Z
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SUMMARY:Mother Goose 11AM
DESCRIPTION: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.\nHelp your little one grow by:\n\nBuilding Early Literacy Skills\nEncouraging Language Development\nSupporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting\n\nChoose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mother-goose-11am-39/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T144624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T144624Z
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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:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T224500
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T145405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T145405Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Wheels\nCraft: Painting with cars\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-10am-91/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T135850Z
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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.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/patriotic-flowers/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T144500
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SUMMARY:Storytime 2PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Wheels\nCraft: Painting with cars\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-2pm-92/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T145530Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION:The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) empowers tweens/teens to make their voices heard at the library. TAB members help shape teen programs\, suggest new materials\, promote library events\, and create a welcoming\, inclusive space for all young people in the community. By joining\, you as a teen can build leadership skills\, earn volunteer hours\, and make a real impact on our community. It’s a fun way to get involved\, meet new friends\, and help create a library that reflects what teens truly want.\nAges: Free for kids ages 11-17 years old\nLocation: Meeting Room B\nTime: 4:30-5:30pm\nRegistration is required. Please sign up below.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/teen-advisory-board-4/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260512T184500
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T145621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T145621Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 6PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Wheels\nCraft: Painting with cars\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-6pm-91/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T172727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T180137Z
UID:10002989-1778662800-1778673600@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:BMPL is CLOSED until NOON
DESCRIPTION:The Batesville Memorial Public Library will be CLOSED May 13th from 9am until NOON for a quick staff training and preparation for summer reading. WE will OPEN our doors at NOON. Thank you.\nYou can still use our eLibrary and Databases.\neLibrary can be found at https://ebatesville.com/elibrary/\nDatabases can be found at https://ebatesville.com/databases/\nYou can also search our catalog at https://evergreen.lib.in.us/eg/opac/home?locg=215
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/bmpl-is-closed-until-12pm-2/
LOCATION:Circulation Desk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260514T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T152003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T152003Z
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SUMMARY:Littles Craft Spray Paint Art 10AM
DESCRIPTION:This registration is for the 10AM program.\nJoin us for a 30-minute Littles Craft at the library! Little ones will explore their creativity by using spray bottles to make their own art work. This will be a fun\, hands-on activity!\nAges: Free for kids ages 3-5 years old\nLocation: Ms Sarah’s Activity Room\nTime: 10-10:30am\nRegistration is required. Please sign your child(ren) up below.\nNOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/littles-craft-spray-paint-art-10am/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260514T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T153105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T153105Z
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SUMMARY:Littles Craft Spray Paint Art 4PM
DESCRIPTION:This registration is for the 4PM program.\nJoin us for a 30-minute Littles Craft at the library! Little ones will explore their creativity by using spray bottles to make their own art work. This will be a fun\, hands-on activity!\nAges: Free for kids ages 3-5 years old\nLocation: Ms Sarah’s Activity Room\nTime: 4-4:30pm\nRegistration is required. Please sign your child(ren) up below.\nNOTE:  When signing up more than one child –after registering the 1st child you must hit refresh in your browser to register the next child.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/littles-craft-spray-paint-art-4pm/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260514T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T155241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T155241Z
UID:10002982-1778778000-1778781600@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Nanny the Dog
DESCRIPTION:It’s another Eli’s Dog Club Meeting! Join Eli’s Dog Club for some fake burger fun!  Come visit and read to our therapy dog Nanny and enjoy some fun activities. Come any time in the hour to have some fun and read to Nanny the Dog!\nAges: Free for kids ages 3-11 years old\nLocation: Meeting Room B\nTime: 5-6pm\nCome and go as you please.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/nanny-the-dog-20/
LOCATION:Meeting Room B\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260518T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T145807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T151708Z
UID:10003003-1779098400-1779100200@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Mother Goose 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Please NOTE: After May 18th there will be NO Mother Goose at 11am at the library until school starts. There will be 10am Mother Goose ONLY through out the summer.\nJoin 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.\nHelp your little one grow by:\n\nBuilding Early Literacy Skills\nEncouraging Language Development\nSupporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting\n\nChoose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mother-goose-10am-40/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T150014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T151735Z
UID:10003004-1779102000-1779103800@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Mother Goose 11AM
DESCRIPTION:Please NOTE: After May 18th there will be NO Mother Goose at 11am at the library until school starts. There will be 10am Mother Goose ONLY through out the summer.\nJoin 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.\nHelp your little one grow by:\n\nBuilding Early Literacy Skills\nEncouraging Language Development\nSupporting Social and Emotional Growth in a low-pressure setting\n\nChoose which time works best for your little ones. Choose between the 10am session or 11am session.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mother-goose-11am-40/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T224500
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T150130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T152053Z
UID:10003005-1779184800-1779230700@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Storytime 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Please NOTE: After May 19th there will be NO Storytime at the library until school starts. June 1st will start stories at Liberty Park at 11am by the playground. Look for Ms. Sarah and her sign!\nTheme: Dinosaurs\nCraft: Shape Dinosaurs\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-10am-92/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260519T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260414T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T180034Z
UID:10002991-1779197400-1779201000@ebatesville.com
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:20260519T144500
DTSTAMP:20260426T193157
CREATED:20260415T150205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T152122Z
UID:10003006-1779199200-1779201900@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Storytime 2PM
DESCRIPTION:Please NOTE: After May 19th there will be NO Storytime at the library until school starts. June 1st will start stories at Liberty Park at 11am by the playground. Look for Ms. Sarah and her sign!\nTheme: Dinosaurs\nCraft: Shape dinosaurs\nThere’s no time like Storytime!\n\nJoin us for a fun filled 45 minute session that incorporates books\, songs\, & activities to build early literacy skills. Storytime is held inside the Activity Lab in the Children’s area of the library.\n\nStorytime helps your pre-schooler grow by:\n\nListening to stories\, singing songs\, and learning rhymes help children develop vocabulary\, comprehension\, and a love for reading.\nStorytime gives little ones a chance to meet other children\, practice sharing and listening\, and build confidence in a group setting.\nSharing stories together creates special moments and helps parents learn fun ways to support early learning at home.\n\nThis program is geared toward children ages 3 – 5.\nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/storytime-2pm-93/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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