Hands-On Apps: Twitter & Instagram
8/1/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Want to use the social media apps Instagram and Twitter but not sure how they work? Join us as we take a tour of these two apps. We will talk about how they work, how to make posts and follow accounts you like, privacy settings, and more. If you have an existing account for either app, please bring your login information with you to class.
Fishers Waggin Tales
8/2/2018
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fishers Library
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog. For beginning or hesitant readers or those who love to read aloud. Call 317-579-0304 to sign up for fifteen minutes of reading time.
Fishers Chop Chop Club
8/2/2018
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fishers Library
Join the Chop Chop Club to create mostly "no bake" recipes with occasional use of the microwave! The emphasis is on learning to prepare food and nutrition, as well as to have fun. For ages 8-14. Registration is required.
Introduction to Google Drive
8/2/2018
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Noblesville Library
Come learn the basics of Google Drive, including creating, uploading and sharing documents. We will talk about the basics of how Google Drive works, plus look at Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Forms. You will need a Gmail account to participate in this class. Please have your email address and password ready before coming to class.
Beginner ESL Class
8/3/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Join us for beginner level ESL classes with instructor, Rehab Morsi. Rehab has her Masters Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Ball State University plus 8 years of experience teaching ESL. In these classes you will improve your English proficiency level by focusing on the five language skills: speaking, listening, writing, grammar and reading. Classes will focus on different aspects of the American culture and the language skills needed to work and communicate effectively in your daily life situations- including going to the doctor, opening a bank account, ordering food in a restaurant, writing simple emails...etc.
Homeschooling 101
8/6/2018
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fishers Library
Are you thinking of homeschooling? Do you already homeschool but need help with curriculum, portfolios, or attendance keeping. Join us at the Fishers Library as we explore how to choose a curriculum that's just right for your child. Learn what free resources the library has to offer you as an educator. Discover how to teach your child to keep his/her own digital portfolio of their work. Area IAHE representative will be available to answer questions about what it takes in Indiana to homeschool legally. No registration required.
American Girl Club
8/6/2018
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Noblesville Library
Do you love everything about American Girl dolls? Bring your doll and make a perfect sized doll craft, have fun with imaginative play, games, and snacks. For grades K-5. Registration requested.
Introduction to HTML Part 1
8/8/2018
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Noblesville Library
Join us for a two-part class to learn the basics of the computer markup language HTML 5. Please sign up only if you are able to attend both sessions. When you register for the first class you are automatically enrolled in Part 2. Part 1 will take place on Wednesday, August 8 from 10:00-11:30am. Part 2 will take place on Wednesday, August 15 from 10:00-11:30am. You will need familiarity with the computer and intermediate internet skills to participate in the class. During the two weeks, topics covered will include basic page templates, formatting options, inserting images, creating links, styling background, text, fonts, and more.
Fishers Teen DIY: Crafts Rock!
8/8/2018
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Fishers Library
Libraries rock and so do DIY crafts! Come to the Fishers Teen Zone as we celebrate SRP, listen to cool tunes and get creative while painting on stones! All supplies will be provided. Teens only please (Grades 6-12). No registration required.
Hands-On Apps: Facebook
8/9/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Curious about how to use Facebook on your mobile device? Come to Hands-On Apps: Facebook to learn the basics of this social media app. These classes are designed to give you a hands-on look at how to navigate this app on your smartphone or tablet. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the session. Questions? Please contact Jennifer at harmonj@hepl.lib.in.us or 317-579-0307. Please have the app downloaded to your device before coming to class.
Fishers Tween Drama
8/9/2018
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fishers Library
The Tween Drama Club will hold a call out August 9th for grades 2-6. We will be doing "Picture This" vignettes based on classic picture books, complete with staging and costumes. Registration is required (25 limit) and the regular club begins August 16th and will meet the 2nd and 3rd Thursday of each month. Participation in all sessions helps you prepare for the final production. We will do skits, improv games, and reader's theater. The goals of the program are to learn about drama and the theater, improve communication skills, gain confidence in front of an audience, and mostly to have fun.
Beginner ESL Class
8/10/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Join us for beginner level ESL classes with instructor, Rehab Morsi. Rehab has her Masters Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Ball State University plus 8 years of experience teaching ESL. In these classes you will improve your English proficiency level by focusing on the five language skills: speaking, listening, writing, grammar and reading. Classes will focus on different aspects of the American culture and the language skills needed to work and communicate effectively in your daily life situations- including going to the doctor, opening a bank account, ordering food in a restaurant, writing simple emails...etc.
Fishers Love on a Leash
8/11/2018
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Fishers Library
Would you like to read to a dog or just pet a dog and get doggie kisses? Love on a Leash will have local volunteers here with their registered therapy dogs. Reading to dogs helps kids build self-esteem and confidence. For all ages. No registration required.
Fishers Anime Club - Libraries Rock! sessions
8/11/2018
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Fishers Library
Libraries rock and so does anime!!! Come to the Fishers Library and check out this awesome monthly teen club. We'll be watching episodes from music-based animes, having some light snacks & refreshments and work on a craft/activity. Grades 6-12 only please. No registration required.
Genealogy Roundtable Focus on Online Family Trees
8/14/2018
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Noblesville Library
If you do any genealogy research, chances are you have an online family tree. Participants will share their experiences with online family trees and/or genealogy software generated family trees. Feel free to share an example of the pedigree chart made possible from the online or software family trees. This is an informal discussion group and no registration is needed to join the conversation.
Scien-tots Preschool Science Workshop
8/14/2018
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Noblesville Library
Your little scientist and you will investigate STEM concepts (Science, technology, engineering and math) through a story and hands-on exploration at learning stations in this lab-style program. For older 2's to 4 year olds.
Noblesville Pre-K Explorers
8/14/2018
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Noblesville Library
This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping children ages 4-6 learn school-readiness skills, develop social skills, and explore more challenging concepts. No registration is required.
Noblesville Minecraft Meet-up
8/15/2018
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Noblesville Library
Like to play Minecraft? Meet up with others who like to play at a Minecraft club in the computer classroom at the Noblesville Library. For grades 4 & up. Only 14 spaces are available so please register in advance.
Write On! Teen Creative Writing Workshop
8/15/2018
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Noblesville Library
Do you enjoy writing? Have a poem or short story you'd like to finish? If you love writing, and are in grades 6-12, please join us as we perfect our writing skills.
Introduction to HTML Part 2
8/15/2018
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Noblesville Library
Join us for a two-part class to learn the basics of the computer markup language HTML 5. Please sign up only if you are able to attend both sessions. When you register for the first class you are automatically enrolled in Part 2. Part 1 will take place on Wednesday, August 8 from 10:00-11:30am. Part 2 will take place on Wednesday, August 15 from 10:00-11:30am. You will need familiarity with the computer and intermediate internet skills to participate in the class. During the two weeks, topics covered will include basic page templates, formatting options, inserting images, creating links, styling background, text, fonts, and more.
Pajama Storytime
8/15/2018
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Fishers Library
Put your PJs on and bring your whole family to this drop-in storytime! Have fun with stories, songs, rhymes and activities geared towards preschool and early school-age.
Fishers Read Out LOUD
8/16/2018
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fishers Library
This exciting story time format is designed for the active 2-5 year old! We'll share stories and songs and spend the rest of the time playing at engaging and fun learning centers! We'll have fun with art, music, science, and much more as we work on cognitive, motor and emotional skills.
Fishers Tween Drama
8/16/2018
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fishers Library
Join us for skits, improv games, and reader's theater! The goals of the program are to learn about drama and the theater, improve communication skills, gain confidence in front of an audience, and mostly to have fun. We will be doing "Picture This" vignettes based on classic picture books, complete with staging and costumes. Registration is required (25 limit) and the regular club begins August 16th. and will meet the 2nd and 3rd Thursday of each month. Participation in all sessions helps you prepare for the final production.
Beginner ESL Class
8/17/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Join us for beginner level ESL classes with instructor, Rehab Morsi. Rehab has her Masters Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Ball State University plus 8 years of experience teaching ESL. In these classes you will improve your English proficiency level by focusing on the five language skills: speaking, listening, writing, grammar and reading. Classes will focus on different aspects of the American culture and the language skills needed to work and communicate effectively in your daily life situations- including going to the doctor, opening a bank account, ordering food in a restaurant, writing simple emails...etc.
Classic Movie Matinee - Legends of Cinema
8/20/2018
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Noblesville Library
Join us for another Classic Movie Matinee! Sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care, this event is for those 50 and older only. Please register each person in attendance to make sure that we have enough popcorn and soda for everyone. (IMPORTANT NOTE – Our licensing agreement prohibits us from publishing the titles of the movies in any source outside of the library’s website or library publications.)
Hands-On Apps: Snapchat
8/20/2018
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Fishers Library
Have you heard of Snapchat, but are unsure of what it is and how it works? Join us for this introductory class where we look at the app and explore how to send snaps, add filters, and have some fun with this messaging app.
MOOCS & More
8/21/2018
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fishers Library
Wondering what you can do to keep busy during the winter months? The Internet is full of free educational opportunities, whether you enjoy history, foreign languages, math, writing, or more. Join us as we talk about MOOCs (massive open online courses), free resources to learn computer skills, language learning apps/websites, and some programs available through the library.
Noblesville Pre-K Explorers
8/21/2018
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Noblesville Library
This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping children ages 4-6 learn school-readiness skills, develop social skills, and explore more challenging concepts. No registration is required.
Noblesville Lego League
8/22/2018
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Noblesville Library
Do you love to build amazing Lego creations? Bring your friends and join us for some fun engineering creativity! Legos will be provided to create your masterpiece. Your creation will be placed in a display case in the Youth Services Department for everyone to admire. Children in grades K-6 are welcome.
Pajama Storytime
8/22/2018
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Fishers Library
Put your PJs on and bring your whole family to this drop-in storytime! Have fun with stories, songs, rhymes and activities geared towards preschool and early school-age.
Fishers Read Out LOUD
8/23/2018
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fishers Library
This exciting story time format is designed for the active 2-5 year old! We'll share stories and songs and spend the rest of the time playing at engaging and fun learning centers! We'll have fun with art, music, science, and much more as we work on cognitive, motor and emotional skills.
Beginner ESL Class
8/24/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Join us for beginner level ESL classes with instructor, Rehab Morsi. Rehab has her Masters Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Ball State University plus 8 years of experience teaching ESL. In these classes you will improve your English proficiency level by focusing on the five language skills: speaking, listening, writing, grammar and reading. Classes will focus on different aspects of the American culture and the language skills needed to work and communicate effectively in your daily life situations- including going to the doctor, opening a bank account, ordering food in a restaurant, writing simple emails...etc.
Noblesville Love on a Leash
8/25/2018
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Noblesville Library
Would you like to read to a dog? How about just get a sloppy smooch from a library pooch? Studies show that reading to friendly, non-judgmental audiences (like dogs and cats) helps kids build self-esteem, confidence and reading comprehension skills.
Using Newspaper Research in Genealogy
8/25/2018
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Noblesville Library
Finding mentions of your ancestors in the newspapers is exciting. Those bits and pieces found in the "gossip" columns help to bring your ancestor to life. Learn how to use newspapers to dig deeper into the lives of your ancestors. Registration is required for this class.
Noblesville Pre-K Explorers
8/28/2018
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Noblesville Library
This program incorporates stories, songs, hands-on projects, and interactive activities that focus on helping children ages 4-6 learn school-readiness skills, develop social skills, and explore more challenging concepts. No registration is required.
Exploring Newspapers.com, Familysearch.org, and Findagrave.com
8/29/2018
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Noblesville Library
This "hands-on" class will offer a demonstration exploring how to search effectively three databases: Newspapers.com, FamilySearch.org, and Findagrave.com. After the demonstrations, there will be time to research your own ancestors. Participants are encouraged to bring family information and a flash drive to capture any images found when researching. Each participant will have access to a computer, so basic computer skills are necessary to enjoy this workshop. Registration is required.
Fishers Homeschool Hangout
8/29/2018
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Fishers Library
Calling all homeschoolers! Come to the Fishers Library and play games, make crafts and build things with other homeschoolers. All supplies are provided...just bring your creativity. Ages 5-13
Pajama Storytime
8/29/2018
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Fishers Library
Put your PJs on and bring your whole family to this drop-in storytime! Have fun with stories, songs, rhymes and activities geared towards preschool and early school-age.
Beginning American Sign Language Series
8/30/2018
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Noblesville Library
This series of five 2-hour sessions will expose students to the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). It is very important that you plan to attend all five sessions in order to receive the full benefit of this opportunity; please check your calendar before committing to the series. Class will meet each Thurs. evening from August 30 - Sept. 27 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM with a 15-min. break. The intended student is a hearing adult (age 18 and up) with no prior ASL knowledge. We will cover: Introductions, Getting to know you, Cardinal numbers, Fingerspelling & Vocabulary, Giving commands, Identifying objects, Culture, Getting attention, Telling where you live, and Other Directional basics.
Fishers Read Out LOUD
8/30/2018
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fishers Library
This exciting story time format is designed for the active 2-5 year old! We'll share stories and songs and spend the rest of the time playing at engaging and fun learning centers! We'll have fun with art, music, science, and much more as we work on cognitive, motor and emotional skills.
Fishers Ukulele Club
8/30/2018
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fishers Library
Come and learn to play the ukulele with us at our new club! This club is for beginners, ages 8 and up. We will focus on the following: how to hold the uke, how to tune it, how to read chord charts, and how to play simple songs with one, two, and three chords. There will be five ukuleles available for use at the library during class. Those interested in using a library uke should sign up at the children's reference desk or call youth services one week prior to each class. All others may bring their own ukulele instrument. Registration is required.
Beginner ESL Class
8/31/2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fishers Library
Join us for beginner level ESL classes with instructor, Rehab Morsi. Rehab has her Masters Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Ball State University plus 8 years of experience teaching ESL. In these classes you will improve your English proficiency level by focusing on the five language skills: speaking, listening, writing, grammar and reading. Classes will focus on different aspects of the American culture and the language skills needed to work and communicate effectively in your daily life situations- including going to the doctor, opening a bank account, ordering food in a restaurant, writing simple emails...etc.