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Elementary Book Talk
2026-07-07 17:00:00 2026-07-07 18:00:00 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

Tuesday, July 07
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-07 17:00:00 2026-07-07 18:00:00 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!

We'll have some crafts and snacks too!

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussions | Arts and Crafts |

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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 9:00PM

We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 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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Storytime @ Shelbyville
Tue, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Morristown Branch - Children's Area
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 Crooked Moon D&D - Summer Edition!
Tue, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Morristown Branch - Community Room
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! Space is limited. Please register.
Registration is now closed
The Discourageable Scoundrels - Middle & High School D&D
Tue, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
A new Dungeons and Dragons campaign awaits our Middle and High School students! Experienced players are welcome to join this adventure!
Arts & Crafts! Summer Series-Wood Block Firecrackers
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B
Decorate for the USA's 250th by creating this home decor using 4x4 blocks, paint, and twine. It's a rustic accent for this year's celebrations.
Storytime @ the Kopper Kettle
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kopper Kettle Inn Restaurant - Gardens/Terrace Room
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!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Wed, Jul 01, 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!
Video Games & Hangs
Wed, Jul 01, 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!
Novel Notions Book Club
Wed, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Study Room West
Join Katherine to chat about contemporary fiction titles! This month is It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan, and our ongoing discussion of the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Thu, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 4:30pm - 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
Cookbook Club - Food and Family History
Thu, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Morristown Branch - Community Room
Unearth a family recipe and bring it along to share! Prepare a dish and share with friends to enjoy some family-style fare. Bring along the recipe and we'll discuss family histories with food.
Family Night-Write and Draw Your Own Story - with Author Bob Kelly
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room B
Bring the whole family for some classic fun! This week, we'll learn how to draw with basic shapes, and you'll receive your own blank storybook to create your own story.
Board Game Club
Thu, Jul 02, 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 - America Bead Bracelets
Fri, Jul 03, 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!
Unearth a Craft! - Watercolor Tissue Art
Fri, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Morristown Branch - Community Room
Visit us every Friday afternoon for a new craft to discover! Click through to see the weekly activity list.
Youth Avernus D&D with Ochre - Summer Edition!
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Morristown Branch - Community Room
Help save the city of Elturel as it falls into the infernal realm of Avernus! (Please contact us for availability. Group is FULL at this time)
D&D Parent Info Session
Mon, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Morristown Branch
Meet the librarians and have an open discussion to address any questions, concerns, or other information about your child's involvement in this library program. Kids Group Monday, Teen Group Tuesday.
Reading Dragons Night - Play/Trade/Create
Mon, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Shelbyville Branch - Youth Program Room
Are you collecting and playing Reading Dragons? Bring your trade binder and get ready for a night of cards! You'll also receive a special Color-Your-Own Card on this night!
D&D Journeys
Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Morristown Branch - Children's Area
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 Crooked Moon D&D - Summer Edition!
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Morristown Branch - Community Room
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! Space is limited. Please register.
Elementary Book Talk
Tue, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!
Arts & Crafts! Summer Series: 5x5 Acrylic Paint Gazing
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room C
Let's enjoy focusing on the paintings. We'll examine and interpret the shapes, movements, and types of forms within our artworks. Then we'll add details to produce a calming, mindful art experience.
D&D Parent Info Session
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Morristown Branch
Meet the librarians and have an open discussion to address any questions, concerns, or other information about your child's involvement in this library program. Kids Group Monday, Teen Group Tuesday.
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Wed, Jul 08, 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!
Storytime @ the Kopper Kettle
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kopper Kettle Inn Restaurant - Gardens/Terrace Room
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!
Video Games & Hangs
Wed, Jul 08, 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!
Storytime @ Shelbyville
Thu, Jul 09, 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!
Book Club @ the Horizon Center - The Woman with the Cure by Lynn Cullen
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shelbyville Branch
Join us to discuss books related to US History in 2026 at Shelby Senior Services, located in the same building as the YMCA. Please contact Pam Weakley at 317-398-7121 ext. 239 if you have questions.
Elementary Dungeons & Dragons
Thu, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 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
Family Night - TBD
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie East Wing - Carnegie East Wing Room C
Bring the whole family for some good old-fashioned fun! This week is: [INSERT EVENT DESCRIPTION]
Dinosaur Trivia
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Morristown Branch - Children's Area,Community Room,Teen Area
Earn prizes for knowing the most about dinosaurs! Register your team (up to 4 people) for this FREE event! Show off your dino-knowlege and win!
Friday Craft Series - Birdhouse
Fri, Jul 10, 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!
Unearth a Craft! - Dinosaur Mosaic Art
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Morristown Branch - Community Room
Visit us every Friday afternoon for a new craft to discover! Click through to see the weekly activity list.
The Tortured Readers Department
Fri, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shelbyville Branch - Study Room West
Join us at the main library for an 18+ discussion of a popular BookTok book! Check out the link below for this month's selection!
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