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SUMMARY:Storytime 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Halloween\nCraft: Halloween sensory bins\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-103/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T140000
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SUMMARY:Craft and Chat
DESCRIPTION: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.\nBring your craft project(s) from home and join us for a crafty social hour!\nCraft & Chat meets Tuesdays from 1-2 PM.\nNO REGISTRATION.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/craft-and-chat-25/
LOCATION:Meeting Room AB\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T144500
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CREATED:20260904T144916Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 2PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Halloween\nCraft: Halloween sensory bins\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-104/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T180000
DTSTAMP:20260903T165705Z
CREATED:20260903T165705Z
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SUMMARY:BMPL Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:BATESVILLE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY (BMPL Parking Lot with Mobile Bus)\nTuesday\, October 27\, 2026\n2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n131 N. WALNUT ST\nBATESVILLE\, IN 47006\nTo schedule an appointment click here\nhttps://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11645115\nThe Versiti mobile bus will be in the parking lot at the library. You can schedule a time with the link above or walk-ins are welcome. Help us reach our goal of 14 blood products.\nRemember to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating. Each blood donation can impact up to 3 local lives – be a hero and make a difference in our community.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/bmpl-blood-drive-8/
LOCATION:Batesville Memorial Public Library\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260909T134512Z
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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 Batesville (Cemetery Walk) – St. Louis Cemetery\, Batesville\, IN.\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-10/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Adults,Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T184500
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SUMMARY:Storytime 6PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Halloween\nCraft: Halloween sensory bins\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-103/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261028T150000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144941Z
CREATED:20260909T142949Z
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SUMMARY:Remember When Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Rebecca Brown will be here to talk about the History of Telles Barber Shop.\nJoin 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-17/
LOCATION:Meeting Room A\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261028T164500
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SUMMARY:Chess Club for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Registration Required.\nAges: Free for kids ages 6-11 years old\nLocation: Meeting Room A&B\nTime: 4-4:45pm\nOur 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.\nThis program will be parent led with help from Ms. Sarah (children’s coordinator).\nIf you have a chess set feel free to bring it. Some will be supplied.\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/chess-club-for-kids-7/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261028T180000
DTSTAMP:20260909T145254Z
CREATED:20260909T145254Z
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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-35/
LOCATION:Meeting Room AB
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261029T200000
DTSTAMP:20261013T163612Z
CREATED:20261013T163612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T163612Z
UID:10003325-1793264400-1793304000@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:INNOVATION STUDIO CLOSED on Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Due to BMPL programming\, the Innovation Studio (makerspace) is CLOSED EVERY THURSDAY\, all day.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/innovation-studio-closed-on-thursdays-2/
LOCATION:Innovation Studio\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub,Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261029T103000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152357Z
CREATED:20260904T152357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152357Z
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SUMMARY:Littles Craft Halloween Sponge Painting 10AM
DESCRIPTION:This registration is for the 10AM program.\nJoin us for a 30-minute Littles Craft at the library! We will make Halloween characters using sponges! This will be a fun\, hands-on activity!\nAges: Free for kids ages 3-5 years old\nLocation: Ms Sarah’s Activity Lab\nTime: 10-10:30am\nRegistration is required.\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-halloween-sponge-painting-10am/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261102T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261102T103000
DTSTAMP:20261015T120657Z
CREATED:20261015T120657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T120657Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga
DESCRIPTION:You MUST register for each class\nAge: 18+\nTime: 9:30AM-10:30AM\nLocation: Event Room (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nGentle Yoga: Accessible for Every Body\nYoga that meets you where you are.\nJoin us for a welcoming Yoga Series designed to help improve flexibility\, strength\, balance\, and relaxation in a supportive\, encouraging environment.\nWhether you’re new to yoga or have practiced before\, this class offers options to meet you where you are. Participants may choose traditional mat yoga or supportive chair yoga throughout class\, allowing everyone to practice in a way that feels comfortable for their body.\nEach one-hour class includes gentle movement\, breathing exercises\, balance work\, stretching\, and guided relaxation to promote overall health and well-being.\nParticipants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat\, if available. Yoga (grippy) socks are also encouraged. Limited yoga mats will be provided for participants who need one.\nNo prior yoga experience is necessary. Adults of all abilities are welcome.\nInstructor:\nDebbie Huber\, RYT-200\nRooted Lotus Yoga\nMondays\n9:30–10:30 a.m.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/yoga-8/
LOCATION:Arts and Innovation HUB\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261102T103000
DTSTAMP:20261016T145358Z
CREATED:20261016T145358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T145358Z
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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-52/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261102T113000
DTSTAMP:20261016T145432Z
CREATED:20261016T145432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T145432Z
UID:10003364-1793617200-1793619000@ebatesville.com
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-52/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T224500
DTSTAMP:20261016T150306Z
CREATED:20261016T150306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T150306Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Bats\nCraft: Bat Silhouettes\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-104/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T144500
DTSTAMP:20261016T150346Z
CREATED:20261016T150346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T150346Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 2PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Bats\nCraft: Bat Silhouettes\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-105/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T170000
DTSTAMP:20261015T121630Z
CREATED:20261015T121630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T121630Z
UID:10003335-1793722500-1793725200@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required.\nAges: Free for kids ages 12-17 years old\nLocation: Meeting Room B\nTime: 4:15-5pm\nThe 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.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/teen-advisory-board-7/
LOCATION:Meeting Room B\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261103T184500
DTSTAMP:20261016T150429Z
CREATED:20261016T150429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T150429Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime 6PM
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Bats\nCraft: Bat Silhouettes\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-104/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T200000
DTSTAMP:20261021T171344Z
CREATED:20261021T171344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T171344Z
UID:10003385-1793869200-1793908800@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:INNOVATION STUDIO CLOSED on Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Due to BMPL programming\, the Innovation Studio (makerspace) is CLOSED EVERY THURSDAY\, all day.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/innovation-studio-closed-on-thursdays-3/
LOCATION:Innovation Studio\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub,Childrens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T110000
DTSTAMP:20261015T123228Z
CREATED:20261015T122311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T123228Z
UID:10003338-1793872800-1793876400@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Laser Engraver Certification Class 10AM
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required.\nThis is a FREE class.\nAges: 12+(with an adult) 15+ independently\nLocation: Innovation Studio (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nTime: 10AM-11AM\n\n\nRegister for this in-person class to become a Certified User of the Laser Engraver in the Innovation Studio. Completion of this training is needed to use this machine at the Arts and Innovation Hub.\n\nAges 12 to 14 may register for a learner’s permit certification\, but also require an adult aged 18+ to be certified and accompany the minor while using the Laser Engraver .
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/laser-engraver-certification-class-10am-2/
LOCATION:Innovation Studio\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/LASER-Engraver-Cert-Class.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T150000
DTSTAMP:20261015T122059Z
CREATED:20261015T122059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T122059Z
UID:10003337-1793883600-1793890800@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Needle Felting Class
DESCRIPTION:Needle 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.\n\n\nWe will be making a felted Reindeer!\n\n\nThis is a FREE program and all material will be supplied.\nAges: 18+ (adults)\nLocation: Innovation Studio (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nTime: 1-3pm\nRegistration is required.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/needle-felting-class-3/
LOCATION:Innovation Studio\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/felting-website-NOV-2026.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T164500
DTSTAMP:20261015T121728Z
CREATED:20261015T121728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T121728Z
UID:10003336-1793894400-1793897100@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Kids Who Code
DESCRIPTION:Registration Required.\nAges: Free for kids ages 6-11 years old\nLocation: Meeting Room A&B\nTime: 4-4:45pm\nJoin us to learn to code or grow in your coding skills. All coding experience levels welcome. This is a free program and all materials will be supplied. There are normally 2 kiddos to an iPad working together if the class fills up.\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/kids-who-code-13/
LOCATION:Meeting Room AB
CATEGORIES:Childrens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Kids-who-Code-2026.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T190000
DTSTAMP:20261015T123012Z
CREATED:20261015T123012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T123012Z
UID:10003340-1793901600-1793905200@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Vinyl Printer Certification Class 6PM
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required.\nThis is a FREE class.\nAges: 12+(with an adult) 15+ independently\nLocation: Innovation Studio (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nTime: 6PM-7PM\n\n\nRegister for this in-person class to become a Certified User of the Vinyl Printer and Cutter in the Innovation Studio. Completion of this training is needed to use this machine at the Arts and Innovation Hub.\n\nAges 12 to 14 may register for a learner’s permit certification\, but also require an adult aged 18+ to be certified and accompany the minor while using the Vinyl Printer and Cutter.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/vinyl-printer-certification-class-6pm/
LOCATION:Innovation Studio\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Vinyl-PrinterCutter-Cert-Class.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261105T193000
DTSTAMP:20261021T172536Z
CREATED:20261021T172536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T172536Z
UID:10003388-1793901600-1793907000@ebatesville.com
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 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the library\, from 6:00 – 7:30pm. If you are a beginner please join us at 6:00pm. 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-34/
LOCATION:Meeting Room B\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Ukulele-Club_website.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261106T110000
DTSTAMP:20261015T141158Z
CREATED:20261015T141158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T141158Z
UID:10003351-1793959200-1793962800@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Block Play Fridays
DESCRIPTION: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 from 10am to 11am.  Meet us at the library for a morning of hands-on play\, building with blocks\, and building new friendships!\nAges: Designed for children ages 1-4.\nLocation: Ms. Sarah’s Activity Lab\nTime: 10-11am\nNO REGISTRATION. Come and go as you please.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/block-play-fridays-13/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/block-play-website.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T103000
DTSTAMP:20261015T120749Z
CREATED:20261015T120749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T120749Z
UID:10003327-1794216600-1794220200@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Yoga
DESCRIPTION:You MUST register for each class\nAge: 18+\nTime: 9:30AM-10:30AM\nLocation: Event Room (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nGentle Yoga: Accessible for Every Body\nYoga that meets you where you are.\nJoin us for a welcoming Yoga Series designed to help improve flexibility\, strength\, balance\, and relaxation in a supportive\, encouraging environment.\nWhether you’re new to yoga or have practiced before\, this class offers options to meet you where you are. Participants may choose traditional mat yoga or supportive chair yoga throughout class\, allowing everyone to practice in a way that feels comfortable for their body.\nEach one-hour class includes gentle movement\, breathing exercises\, balance work\, stretching\, and guided relaxation to promote overall health and well-being.\nParticipants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat\, if available. Yoga (grippy) socks are also encouraged. Limited yoga mats will be provided for participants who need one.\nNo prior yoga experience is necessary. Adults of all abilities are welcome.\nInstructor:\nDebbie Huber\, RYT-200\nRooted Lotus Yoga\nMondays\n9:30–10:30 a.m.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/yoga-9/
LOCATION:Arts and Innovation HUB\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Gentle-YOGA.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T103000
DTSTAMP:20261016T145505Z
CREATED:20261016T145505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T145505Z
UID:10003365-1794218400-1794220200@ebatesville.com
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-53/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/mothergoose10am.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T113000
DTSTAMP:20261016T145536Z
CREATED:20261016T145536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T145536Z
UID:10003366-1794222000-1794223800@ebatesville.com
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-53/
LOCATION:Activity Lab\, 131 N. Walnut St.\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/mothergoose11am.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T150000
DTSTAMP:20261015T121308Z
CREATED:20261015T121308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T121308Z
UID:10003332-1794229200-1794236400@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Mahjong Class
DESCRIPTION:Ages: Adults (free)\nLocation: Event Room (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nTime: 1PM-3PM\nNO REGISTRATION. STOP BY!\nJoin 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.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mahjong-class-30/
LOCATION:Arts and Innovation HUB\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Majhong-Website-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261109T193000
DTSTAMP:20261015T121359Z
CREATED:20261015T121233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T121359Z
UID:10003331-1794245400-1794252600@ebatesville.com
SUMMARY:Mahjong Class
DESCRIPTION:Ages: Adults (free)\nLocation: Event Room (Arts & Innovation HUB)\nTime: 5:30PM-7:30PM\nNO REGISTRATION. STOP BY!\nJoin 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.
URL:https://ebatesville.com/event/mahjong-class-29/
LOCATION:Arts and Innovation HUB\, 113 N Walnut Street\, Batesville\, IN\, 47006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Innovation Hub
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ebatesville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Majhong-Website-1.png
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