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Teen Takeover!

Library After Hours!

Teens! Finish summer reading and enjoy the library after hours as a reward! Let's play games, have pizza, and see what the library's like after we close up for the night. Registration required.

Permission slips required for this after hours event. Library staff will be in attendance throughout the event. Attendees must arrive by 5:00 pm and be picked up and signed out at midnight.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 12-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Hangouts | Gaming |

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Morristown Branch
morristown@sscpl.lib.in.us
Phone: 765-818-1718
Branch manager
Cat Roberts
Hours
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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed
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Event Guidelines

The Velma Wortman Branch serves the town of Morristown and surrounding community. Featuring a bank vault that now serves as a Seed Library, the branch offers a variety of programs and services for all ages to enjoy.

Upcoming Events

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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)
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 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.
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.
History Program, Who is Isaac Shelby?
Tue, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie East Wing - Indiana Room
Come learn about the man who Shelby County is named after: Revolutaionay War Hero Isaac Shelby.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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-An Evening with Tovah the Therapy Dog
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Shelbyville Branch
Bring the family for classic fun! This week: An Evening with Tovah the Therapy Dog, from the book by local author Nancy Scudder. We'll be in the youth department.
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!
Get Cozy - Crafting Group
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Morristown Branch - Community Room
Join other yarn (and other mediums!) crafters for a cozy morning. Learn some skills among good company.
Companion Planting Class - Community Garden Series
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Garden
Learn about companion planting at the Morristown Community Garden!
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Teen Takeover! - Library After Hours!
Sat, Jul 11, 4:30pm - 11:55pm
Morristown Branch
Teens! Finish summer reading and enjoy the library after hours as a reward! Let's play games, have pizza, and see what the library's like after we close up for the night. Registration required.
Youth Avernus D&D with Ochre - Summer Edition!
Mon, Jul 13, 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 Journeys
Mon, Jul 13, 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!
Twilight Swim - End of Summer Reading Party
Mon, Jul 13, 6:45pm - 8:30pm
Meridian Park Family Aquatic Center - Pool!
Congrats to our young readers who read 600 minutes this summer! Join us at the Meridian Park Family Aquatic Center with your completed summer reading tracker for free entry for the whole family!
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