Meeting Room AB

Kick off your adventure this summer with travels close to home. Indiana Landmarks (https://www.indianalandmarks.org/) uses insider knowledge to highlight historic places worth a visit, from the quirky to the sublime: small towns, neighborhoods, restaurants, shops, parks, cemeteries, scenic drives, museums -- you get the idea. Join Suzanne Stanis for a look at Indiana’s favorite hidden gems, from the shell-covered St. Anne Chapel at St. Mary-of-the-Woods in Terre Haute to Evansville’s 9 ½ foot tall Vulcan statue. Suzanne Stanis is the Vice President of Education for Indiana Landmarks.  She has a bachelor’s degree from Hanover College and a Master of Library Science from Indiana University.  Suzanne creates continuing education courses, workshops, and children’s camps.  She also supervises Indiana Landmarks’ heritage tourism divisions in Indianapolis; French Lick; West Baden Springs; and Samara, a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house in West Lafayette.  During her 30-plus years with Indiana Landmarks, she has researched and nominated over fifteen buildings and neighborhoods to the National Register of Historic Places.  As librarian for the organization, Suzanne regularly assists people in researching and restoring historic houses. Educational Presentation.  Open to the community. NO REGISTRATION.

Eli’s dog club presents:  Become a dog for a day! Read to Nanny, take a photo and play dog bingo! NO REGISTRATION

Join us at the library for a free movie!  We will provide POPCORN and watch A Bug’s Life. Feel free to bring a drink WITH A LID and another light snack if you choose.  You may bring blankets and pillows to sit on the floor or we will have a few rows of chairs in the back set up. Registration is required below. Please Register with the LAST NAME of your FAMILY and enter in the NUMBER attending the program. PLEASE NOTE: This is anyone that will be participating or entering the room.

Join us as we take a virtual mini tour of native Indiana habitats, review a few invasive plants, learn why they are invasive and how to manage them, and then complete our time together with a look at some native plants we can use to create living landscapes to boldly celebrate our beautiful state. Dawn Slack, Project Coordinator of the Indiana Invasives Initiative will lead this program highlighting ways to combat invasive plants and raise awareness of the devastation being caused by these non-native pests.  According to Dawn, “We will not begin to make much headway until the problem is addressed at the local level by local people using local resources”. This presentation is given by Oak Heritage Conservatory, Hanover, IN (https://oakheritageconservancy.org/) in BMPL's Meeting Room. Educational Presentation.  Open to the community. NO REGISTRATION.

BATESVILLE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY (Meeting Rooms) Thursday, June 6, 2024 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM 131 N. WALNUT ST BATESVILLE, IN 47006 To schedule an appointment click here https://donate.indiana.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/165859 YOU DO NOT NEED TO CREATE AN ACCOUNT. SIMPLY SELECT GUEST AND CONTINUE TO SELECT YOUR TIME.

The purpose of Bridges of Hope is to educate faith communities about mental illness so that they can create stronger safety nets and welcoming communities of faith for people affected by mental illness.  Three areas will be covered:  What is mental illness? How does it impact individuals, families, and communities? What is the role of the faith community in helping people and families touched by serious mental illness? Who is NAMI and what does it offer to individuals, families and faith communities? FREE EDUCATIONAL TALK.  OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY.  NO REGISTRATION.

The talk will discuss photography of common but beautiful sights around us, literally in our backyards. We'll discuss approaches to composing photos, including varying perspectives and imaginative use of natural lighting. We'll discuss tips to improve the overall quality of your photos. The talk will be geared toward owners of any camera, but a portion will be directed toward those with interchangeable lenses. It will use photo examples to demonstrate the ideas discussed. FREE TALK IS OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY. NO REGISTRATION.

Join Eli’s dog club for some dog-gone fun! Read to Nanny, paint a dog craft and play dog bingo! NO REGISTRATION

Join Indiana poet Skye Nicholson for an evening of poetry! Skye will lead off the night by performing pieces from her newly released second book, The Other Side of the Stars. Following a brief Q&A, audience members can share their poetry (or read a favorite poem) in an "Open Mic" style setting. Skye will have copies of her three books available for purchase. This is a NO cost program and open to the community. NO REGISTRATION. Open Mic Guidelines: Stick around after Skye's reading to enjoy original poetry and readings from local artists, or present your own writing in a relaxed and nonjudgmental space. Signups for the Open Mic portion will begin at 5:30PM. Space is limited and will be granted on a first come first serve basis. FOR THOSE READING: Please limit your reading to approximately 3 minutes. Feel free to read an original poem or one from your favorite poet. This event is held in a public setting, so please keep language to a PG-13 level. Discriminatory language (based on race, religion, sexual identity, origin, age, disability, or genetic information) will not be tolerated. FOR THOSE LISTENING: Due to the open format, this event may involve topics or language that may upset some listeners.  Recommended age 14+

Statistics show that over 50% of all accidents occur in the home, and for senior adults, that statistic is even higher. The good news is there are simple changes you can make to your home or the home of an aging loved one that can help lessen the chances of a home accident. There is more to it than just picking up the throw rugs and staying off ladders! This talk is by ANN EDWARDS  of Aging Care Solutions. Join us as we move from room to room with tips on increasing your safety in every room of the house and beyond. NO REGISTRATION. FREE EDUCATIONAL TALK.

Ann P McMahon, Ph.D., will be our final guest speaker before the eclipse. She will cover a variety of topics as well as field any remaining questions you may have. Questions will be accepted during the presentation, but they can also be emailed in advance to rachael@ebatesville.com FREE COMMUNITY TALK. ATTENDEES GET ECLIPSE GLASSES.

Steve Haines is coming to us from the Indiana Astronomical Society and will talk about our specific region and safe viewing. THIS TALK IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  FREE ECLIPSE GLASSES TO ATTENDEES.  FREE TALK.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

BATESVILLE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY (Meeting Rooms) Friday, March 15, 2024 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM 131 N. WALNUT ST BATESVILLE, IN 47006 To schedule an appointment click here https://donate.indiana.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/165859 YOU DO NOT NEED TO CREATE AN ACCOUNT. SIMPLY SELECT GUEST AND CONTINUE TO SELECT YOUR TIME.

BMPL's Solar Eclipse Series A solar eclipse is an awe inspiring event that throughout history has caused dread, foretold the fall of kingdoms, and stopped armies in their tracks. In a clockwork heaven it is something both predictable, yet rare, natural, yet utterly foreign to our everyday experiences. From eclipses of sun and moon we have measured the size of the moon, shape of the Earth, and mapped out the world. Today, they are no longer omens of doom, but tourist attractions that thrill millions where they occur in an event both interplanetary, yet deeply personal. They are the moment the sun and moon align with you! GUEST SPEAKER:  Author Tyler Nordgren (through a ZOOM call). This presentation will be held at the library in the meeting rooms. Free eclipse glasses for attendees. NO REGISTRATION.

Aging Care Series: Understanding Senior Care Options Home Care, Assisted Living, Nursing Home Care. You have heard of them all, but do you know the difference? How do you access these various forms of senior care, and how are they paid for? Join us to learn more about the difference between these various forms of care and to have your questions answered regarding how care is paid for and how to access the care you or your loved one may need. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

BMPL's Solar Eclipse Series Dr. Kate Russo is an author, psychologist, and eclipse chaser; and Founder of Being in the Shadow. Kate has now seen 13 total solar eclipses from 11 countries in her 24 years of chasing, and will be an eclipse chaser for life. She has published three books on the experience of totality, leads niche eclipse tours, and is in demand in the media and as a speaker due to her passionate sharing of the awe and wonder of totality. She also plays a leadership role in helping communities prepare for totality. In her presentation, Kate will share her insights and advice on preparing for your first-time total eclipse experience. GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Kate Russo will give her presentation Live at BMPL. Free eclipse glasses for attendees. NO REGISTRATION

If you set a goal for the new year to save money, then this is the class for you! I will show you how to never pay full price again for everyday essentials and groceries. Gone are the days of clipping pesky coupons. I will show you how to save money all from your phone!   NO REGISTRATION!