Ken Jewell Literary Society

Summer Reading Kick-Off! - Mess Fest

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Morristown Branch

Weekly fun with storytime! Read books, sing songs, dance and play. Join us for early literacy engagement and lots of fun. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in our storytimes.

Mon, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Outdoor Plaza

Celebrate the start of summer with a messy afternoon of fun and games! Wear some old clothes and get ready to slip ‘n slide into the library! Come signup for the summer reading challenge!

Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B

Are you ready for adventure?! From character workshops to full campaigns, we welcome you whether it's your first or 100th journey!

Summer Reading Kick-Off! - Morristown Messtival

Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Tue, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Morristown Branch

Celebrate the start of summer with a messy afternoon of fun and games! Wear some old clothes and get ready to slip ‘n slide into the library! Come signup for summer reading in Morristown!

Indiana History Book Group

Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Carnegie East Wing

Join us for our monthly book club as we discuss books that focus on Indiana History.

Video Games & Hangs - Jackbox Party Games

Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Create, explore, and experiment with science, technology, engineering and math! Develop critical thinking skills and try new activities weekly. Now for summer, enjoy ART activities weekly, too!

Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Focused on fun and community, 'video games & hangs' is a chance for middle and high school students to unwind, play Mario Kart or Jackbox games, and hang out!

Community Treasures Series at the Strand - Gabby Meddleson Reads the News

Wed, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Carnegie East Wing

Gabby Meddleson Reads the News

Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant - Gardens (weather permitting)

We're taking storytime to the Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant for the summer to enjoy our stories outside with some snacks and friends. Join Cat as she reads, sings, and continues our summer of fun!

Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales of the land of Barovia. Join one of two tables working together to find artifacts and defeat the threat of darkness sweeping over the land.

Elementary Dungeons & Dragons

Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Thu, Jun 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Shelbyville Branch

Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a story in one sitting! Sessions last a little under two hours and are great experiences for first-time players!

Board Game Club

Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room C

Whether wanting to try new games or just revisit some classics, come join us!

Friday Craft Series - Flower Crowns

Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Every Friday at 11 AM, join us in the programming room of youth services for some all-ages crafting fun!

FOAM PARTY! - @ Morristown

Sat, Jun 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Let's have a party! Enjoy bubbles, music, and fun during our Summer Foam Party! Please bring a towel and wear appropriate swim attire. Sandals or watershoes are recommended.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Morristown Branch

Weekly fun with storytime! Read books, sing songs, dance and play. Join us for early literacy engagement and lots of fun. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in our storytimes.

Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

No experience necessary. Dress for a mess. June 9th: Piet Mondrian June 16th: Jackson Pollock June 23rd: Wasily Kandinsky June 30th: Vincent Van Gogh July 7th: Salvador Dali

Foam Party

Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Outdoor Plaza

Join us in the green space adjacent to the parking lot for a Foam Party! Wear clothes that you want to get wet!

Mon, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B

Are you ready for adventure?! From character workshops to full campaigns, we welcome you whether it's your first or 100th journey!

Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Ken Jewell Literary Society - The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store

Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales of the land of Barovia. Join one of two tables working together to find artifacts and defeat the threat of darkness sweeping over the land.

Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

What would Ken read? Join a discussion monthly over all kinds of books. This month: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride ; books are available at the Morristown Library for checkout.

Anime Club

Tue, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Elementary school students are welcome to join a lively talk about anime with an episode watch party!

Puzzle Mosaic Craft

Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Morristown Branch

Create works of art with puzzle pieces! All materials will be provided.

Art! - Paint Your Own T-Shirt

Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Get together and create some artwork! This week we are painting our own t-shirts. Bring your own white t-shirt, shirts will not be supplied.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Morristown Branch

What project are you working on? Whether your medium is yarn or paint, all are welcome to make some progress and socialize. Share helpful tips for new crafters with light refreshments to share.

Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Create, explore, and experiment with science, technology, engineering and math! Develop critical thinking skills and try new activities weekly. Now for summer, enjoy ART activities weekly, too!

Music & Vibes

Wed, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Focused on fun and community, 'music & vibes' is a chance for middle and high school students to unwind, play some songs on Youtube, and hang out!

Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant - Gardens (weather permitting)

We're taking storytime to the Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant for the summer to enjoy our stories outside with some snacks and friends. Join Cat as she reads, sings, and continues our summer of fun!

Book Club @ the Horizon Center

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shelby Senior Services - The Horizon Center

Come discuss All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley at Shelby Senior Services, in the same building as the YMCA. Please contact Pam Weakley at 317-398-7121 ext. 239 if you have questions.

Animal Color Science: Camouflage!

Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Want to learn about how animals use colors to blend into their environments? Discover their methods and try to blend in yourself!

Elementary Dungeons & Dragons

Thu, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Shelbyville Branch

Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a story in one sitting! Sessions last a little under two hours and are great experiences for first-time players!

Book Club After Dark - Every Heart a Doorway

Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Morristown Branch

This book club explores Romantasy and other recommendations! This month: Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire. Books are available at the Morristown Library for checkout.

Family Night - Color Your World Sand Art

Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Bring the whole family for some good old-fashioned fun! This week is: Color Your World Sand Art

Friday Craft Series - Ninja Turtle Cookie Decorating

Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Every Friday at 11 AM, join us in the programming room of youth services for some all-ages crafting fun!

Mini Bookshelves: Horror Edition

Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Morristown Branch

For Friday the 13th, create horror-themed mini book shelves! Design your shelf, then add miniature books to the display. All materials will be provided.

Design Your Own Flag

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Morristown Branch

For Flag Day, we're celebrating Flags! Discover Flags of the World and make your own!

Storytime @ Morristown Manor

Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Morristown Manor

Read stories, sing songs, laugh and play with the Morristown Manor residents!

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

No experience necessary. Dress for a mess. June 9th: Piet Mondrian June 16th: Jackson Pollock June 23rd: Wasily Kandinsky June 30th: Vincent Van Gogh July 7th: Salvador Dali

Princess Sing-a-long Party

Mon, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B

Are you ready for adventure?! From character workshops to full campaigns, we welcome you whether it's your first or 100th journey!

Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Outdoor Plaza

Come sing and dance with our library Princesses! Wear your costume dresses and jewelry or come as your favorite animated movie character. Join us in this silly blend of karaoke and sing-a-long fun!

Book Group @ the Bookmark

Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Tue, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

The Bookmark

Join us at the Bookmark for a discussion of the book, The Muralist by B. A. Shapiro. Anyone is welcome to join. Please contact Amanda White at 317-398-7121 ext. 222 if you have questions.

FArt Club - Fantastic Art Club

Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales of the land of Barovia. Join one of two tables working together to find artifacts and defeat the threat of darkness sweeping over the land.

Tue, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Hang out with Molly and learn a new aspect of art and illustration! Middle and High students can bring the mediums they are practicing with or may come in early to reserve a drawing tablet and laptop!

Art! - Cloud Painting

Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Get together and create some artwork! This week we are cloud painting.

Embellished Portraits

Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Morristown Branch

Send in a portrait of a family member, a friend, a pet, or yourself! Then join us to create embellishments and make their faces true works of art! Send portraits to croberts@sscpl.lib.in.us by 6/15/25

Forest Hill Cemetery Walk

Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Carnegie East Wing

Come join us for a Cemetery Walk as we highlight the families in the Mausoleums at Forest Hill Cemetery.

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Dabble Into Scrabble

Wed, Jun 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Main Library Space

If you're tired of the noise and the rabble, join us for a dabble into Scrabble!

Video Games & Hangs - Mario Kart

Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Create, explore, and experiment with science, technology, engineering and math! Develop critical thinking skills and try new activities weekly. Now for summer, enjoy ART activities weekly, too!

Wed, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Focused on fun and community, 'video games & hangs' is a chance for middle and high school students to unwind, play Mario Kart or Jackbox games, and hang out!

Euchre Fun

Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Join us for an evening of progressive Euchre. Players will have a new partner each game. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Limit 24 players.

Thu, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant - Gardens (weather permitting)

We're taking storytime to the Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant for the summer to enjoy our stories outside with some snacks and friends. Join Cat as she reads, sings, and continues our summer of fun!

A Really Big Game of UNO!

Thu, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Thu, Jun 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Bring your UNO decks! Pass around the cards and try to be the first to shout UNO in a game with as many people as we can manage!

Elementary Dungeons & Dragons

Thu, Jun 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Shelbyville Branch

Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a story in one sitting! Sessions last a little under two hours and are great experiences for first-time players!

Family Night - Color Spelling Bee

Thu, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Bring the whole family for some good old-fashioned fun! This week is: Color Spelling Bee

DIY Essential Oils - Natural Deodorant & Body Soaps

Thu, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Morristown Branch

Join LaDonna Carlton of Earthly Blessings to discover potential projects and benefits of essential oils in this FREE class. Donations are welcome for resupplying the stock of oils.

Coffee With My Book

Fri, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shelbyville Branch

Bring a copy of a book you'd like to talk about (or a few!), grab a cup of joe (on us!) and be ready to discuss why you love it with other book lovers!

Friday Craft Series - D&D Miniature Painting

Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Every Friday at 11 AM, join us in the programming room of youth services for some all-ages crafting fun!

Awkward Art

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Morristown Branch

Follow prompts for setting, subject and action to plan and create some truly awkward art! No experience necessary! Let's get WEIRD.

Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

Morristown Branch

Weekly fun with storytime! Read books, sing songs, dance and play. Join us for early literacy engagement and lots of fun. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in our storytimes.

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

No experience necessary. Dress for a mess. June 9th: Piet Mondrian June 16th: Jackson Pollock June 23rd: Wasily Kandinsky June 30th: Vincent Van Gogh July 7th: Salvador Dali

Mon, Jun 23, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B

Are you ready for adventure?! From character workshops to full campaigns, we welcome you whether it's your first or 100th journey!

Summerween Party

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Halloween comes twice a year when you get to celebrate Summerween! Wear a costume, eat loser candy, and watch Gravity Falls and the Treehouse of Horror with us as we carve Watermelons in groups!

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales of the land of Barovia. Join one of two tables working together to find artifacts and defeat the threat of darkness sweeping over the land.

Nintendo Club

Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Elementary-aged students are welcome to come play Mario Kart, Mario Party mini-games, or Super Smash Bros! We take turns passing the controller around and cheering each other on!

Art! - Aroma Stones

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Get together and create some artwork! This week we delve into aroma stones.

Synesthesia Art

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Morristown Branch

"Synesthesia is when your brain routes sensory information through multiple unrelated senses, causing you to experience more than one sense simultaneously." Create art based on your other senses!

Bring Your Own Craft

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Morristown Branch

What project are you working on? Whether your medium is yarn or paint, all are welcome to make some progress and socialize. Share helpful tips for new crafters with light refreshments to share.

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Create, explore, and experiment with science, technology, engineering and math! Develop critical thinking skills and try new activities weekly. Now for summer, enjoy ART activities weekly, too!

Music & Vibes

Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Focused on fun and community, 'music & vibes' is a chance for middle and high school students to unwind, play some songs on Youtube, and hang out!

Novel Notions Book Club

Wed, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Shelbyville Branch

Join Katherine to chat about contemporary fiction titles. This month is Every Summer After by Carley Fortune and our ongoing discussion of the Outlander series by Diane Gabaldon!

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant - Gardens (weather permitting)

We're taking storytime to the Kopper Kettle Inn & Restaurant for the summer to enjoy our stories outside with some snacks and friends. Join Cat as she reads, sings, and continues our summer of fun!

Animal Color Science: Standout!

Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shelbyville Branch

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

Let's learn about the animals that use their colors to stand out from the crowd! Join our very own Ochre to discover all the reasons animals want to be noticed!

Summerween D&D One-Shot

Thu, Jun 26, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a story in one sitting! Sessions last a little under two hours and are great experiences for first-time players!

Practical Homesteading - Reusable Items

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Morristown Branch

Learn helpful tips and dispel myths in a class all about making it on your own homestead. All are welcome to learn at this FREE class.

Family Night - Rainbow Watercolor

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Room D

Bring the whole family for some good old-fashioned fun! This week is: Rainbow Watercolor

Friday Craft Series - Bug Jar Specimens

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Every Friday at 11 AM, join us in the programming room of youth services for some all-ages crafting fun!

Poured Paintings

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Morristown Branch

Whether a drip or a drizzle, create stunning works of art during this FREE art class. All are welcome to attend, but children under 12 require adult supervision.

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:15am

Morristown Branch

Weekly fun with storytime! Read books, sing songs, dance and play. Join us for early literacy engagement and lots of fun. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in our storytimes.

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Morristown Branch

No experience necessary. Dress for a mess. June 9th: Piet Mondrian June 16th: Jackson Pollock June 23rd: Wasily Kandinsky June 30th: Vincent Van Gogh July 7th: Salvador Dali

Mon, Jun 30, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B

Are you ready for adventure?! From character workshops to full campaigns, we welcome you whether it's your first or 100th journey!

Writer's Group

Mon, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room A

If you have an excerpt of what you are working on that you'd like to share, feel free to bring it. We can workshop ideas or have writing prompts to shake loose the author cobwebs.

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 10:00am

Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Librarians Dustin and Molly host a 30-45 minute event for 0-5 aged patrons. Parent and guardian participation is encouraged as we read picture books, sing songs, play games, and assemble crafts!