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Elementary Book Talk
2025-12-15 16:00:00 2025-12-15 17:00:00 America/New_York Elementary Book Talk Bring the book you are currently reading or want to chat about. It could be chapter books, comic books, or anything with words! This is an informal club with a focus on finding new books! Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Monday, December 15
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 16:00:00 2025-12-15 17:00:00 America/New_York Elementary Book Talk Bring the book you are currently reading or want to chat about. It could be chapter books, comic books, or anything with words! This is an informal club with a focus on finding new books! Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room

Shelbyville Branch

Youth Program Room

Bring the book you are currently reading or want to chat about. It could be chapter books, comic books, or anything with words! This is an informal club with a focus on finding new books!

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussions |

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Shelbyville Branch
director@sscpl.lib.in.us
Phone: 317-398-7121
Branch manager
Brandy Graves
Hours
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 7:00PM

We're closed Thursday November 27 due to Thanksgiving Day
Mon, Nov 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 27 Closed
(Thanksgiving Day)
Fri, Nov 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Nov 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 30 Closed
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Event Guidelines

The Shelbyville Branch is located near the historic district of downtown Shelbyville. The branch offers services and programming to all ages in the community.

Upcoming Events

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D&D Adventures for Kids!
Mon, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Morristown Branch
Join us every Monday for D&D for ages 8-14! Learn skills like math, critical thinking, cooperative storytelling, and more! Parents and siblings are welcome to join.
D&D Journeys
Mon, Dec 01, 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!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Tue, Dec 02, 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!
Storytime @ Morristown
Tue, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Teen D&D with Cat and Ochre
Tue, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Morristown Branch
Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales under the Crooked Moon. Explore the land of Druskenvald and uncover the mysteries of this dread domain!
Christmas & Cocoa
Tue, Dec 02, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
Teens and Upper Elementary students are welcome to join us in the Programming room as we sip on hot cocoa and watch some classic holiday movies! We'll also have a wintery craft of some sort!
Art! - Grinch Painting for Adults/Teens
Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Room D
Embrace your creative side and have fun as we paint one of THE most beloved Christmas characters of all time—The Grinch!
This event is full
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
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!
Indiana History Book Group
Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room A
Join us for our monthly book club as we discuss books that focus on Indiana History.
The Deadville Tapes
Wed, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
A mixed digital media web series written, produced, and directed by our students. Each meeting will be a little different, but all will be fun!
Art! - Grinch Painting for Adults/Teens (Second Session)
Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Room D
Embrace your creative side and have fun as we paint one of THE most beloved characters of all time -The Grinch!
This event is full
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Thu, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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!
Elementary Dungeons & Dragons
Thu, Dec 04, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a continuing story every week! Sessions last a little under 1.5 hours and are great experiences for first-time players
Board Game Club
Thu, Dec 04, 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!
Learn to Crochet - Beginning Stitches
Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Morristown Branch
Have you ever wanted to learn how to crochet? Now's your chance! Lessons will grow from beginning stitches & terminology to magic circles and more complicated designs.
Savor the Season: A Cocoa, Coffee and Cider Crawl - Sip and Shop
Sat, Dec 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Main Library Space
Warm up with a festive hot cocoa bar at the library as you fill up your Cocoa, Coffee, and Cider Crawl Passport!
Cancelled
Savor the Season at the Morristown Branch! - Coffee, Cocoa, & Cider Crawl with the Shelby County Chamber
Sat, Dec 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Morristown Branch
Warm up with a festive drink station at the library as you fill up your Cocoa, Coffee, and Cider Crawl Passport! Discover new reads among our book sale as you sip and savor!
D&D Journeys
Mon, Dec 08, 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!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Tue, Dec 09, 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!
Storytime @ Morristown
Tue, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Teen D&D with Cat and Ochre
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Morristown Branch
Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales under the Crooked Moon. Explore the land of Druskenvald and uncover the mysteries of this dread domain!
Christmas & Cocoa
Tue, Dec 09, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
Teens and Upper Elementary students are welcome to join us in the Programming room as we sip on hot cocoa and watch some classic holiday movies! We'll also have a wintery craft of some sort!
Our Favorite Things - A Holiday Gift Exchange
Tue, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Main Library Space
Let's gather by the library's holiday tree to celebrate the spirit of giving. Please bring a favorite item valued at $10 or more, either wrapped or in a bag. Everyone will leave home with a gift.
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
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!
The Deadville Tapes
Wed, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
A mixed digital media web series written, produced, and directed by our students. Each meeting will be a little different, but all will be fun!
Book Club @ the Horizon Center - A Highland Christmas by M.C. Beaton
Thu, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
Come discuss December's holiday selection 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.
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Thu, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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!
Elementary Dungeons & Dragons
Thu, Dec 11, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a continuing story every week! Sessions last a little under 1.5 hours and are great experiences for first-time players
Storytime @ Morristown Manor
Mon, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Morristown Manor
Read stories, sing songs, laugh and play with the Morristown Manor residents!
D&D Adventures for Kids!
Mon, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Morristown Branch
Join us every Monday for D&D for ages 8-14! Learn skills like math, critical thinking, cooperative storytelling, and more! Parents and siblings are welcome to join.
Elementary Book Talk
Mon, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
Bring the book you are currently reading or want to chat about. It could be chapter books, comic books, or anything with words! This is an informal club with a focus on finding new books!
D&D Journeys
Mon, Dec 15, 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!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Tue, Dec 16, 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!
Storytime @ Morristown
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Book Group @ the Bookmark
Tue, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Bookmark
Join us at the Bookmark for a discussion of the book, The Spectacular by Fiona Davis. Anyone is welcome to join. Please contact Amanda White at 317-398-7121 ext. 222 if you have questions.
Teen D&D with Cat and Ochre
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Morristown Branch
Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales under the Crooked Moon. Explore the land of Druskenvald and uncover the mysteries of this dread domain!
Christmas & Cocoa
Tue, Dec 16, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
Teens and Upper Elementary students are welcome to join us in the Programming room as we sip on hot cocoa and watch some classic holiday movies! We'll also have a wintery craft of some sort!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Wed, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
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!
Cancelled
Dabble Into Scrabble
Wed, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
If you're tired of the noise and the rabble, join us for a dabble into Scrabble!
Book Talk - Middle and High School Students
Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
Bring the book you are currently reading or want to chat about. It could be manga, ya novels, or anything with words that you are into! This is an informal club with a focus on finding new books!
Euchre Fun
Wed, Dec 17, 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.
Novel Notions Book Club
Wed, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Study Room West
Join Katherine to chat about contemporary fiction titles! This month is The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgen and our ongoing discussion of the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Thu, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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!
Elementary Dungeons & Dragons
Thu, Dec 18, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
Elementary school students are welcome to join this D&D session that tells a continuing story every week! Sessions last a little under 1.5 hours and are great experiences for first-time players
Cancelled
Coffee With My Book
Fri, Dec 19, 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!
Learn to Crochet - Beginning Stitches
Sat, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Morristown Branch
Have you ever wanted to learn how to crochet? Now's your chance! Lessons will grow from beginning stitches & terminology to magic circles and more complicated designs.
D&D Journeys
Mon, Dec 22, 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!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Tue, Dec 23, 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!
Storytime @ Morristown WITH SANTA
Tue, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Morristown Branch
Santa Claus is coming for Story Time! Join us to read a special holiday story and see the jolly old elf himself!
Art! For Ages 6-11 - Grinch Watercolor Painting
Tue, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Room D
Bring the kids along to paint The Grinch with us! We'll be having fun using watercolor pencils and markers to create a cheerful picture. Please note that an adult must accompany each child.
Teen D&D with Cat and Ochre
Tue, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Morristown Branch
Adventurers unite! Explore the dark and twisty tales under the Crooked Moon. Explore the land of Druskenvald and uncover the mysteries of this dread domain!
Christmas & Cocoa
Tue, Dec 23, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
Teens and Upper Elementary students are welcome to join us in the Programming room as we sip on hot cocoa and watch some classic holiday movies! We'll also have a wintery craft of some sort!
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