MCPL staff may take photographs at library events for publicity purposes.
Funding is provided by the Friends of the Library.
TINY-TO-TWO PROGRAMS
Infants and toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this program of songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books and activities. Choose one of two sessions.
Please
register in advance.
Click on your preferred time to register.
Birth through age 2 1/2.
Third Friday of the Month at
10:15 OR 11:15.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES
This program allows preschoolers and kindergarten
children to enjoy storytelling, puppets and music
in a social setting.
Please register in advance.
(To assist future planning , please let staff know if an afternoon time would work better for you and your child. Stop by the Ellettsville Information Desk or call the Ellettsville Branch Library, 876-1272.)
Make a Planter from Magazines - Ellettsville
To “upcycle” simply means to use waste products to make useful things.
“Upcycle” those old magazines you have laying around at home to useful, memorable flower pots. Children will learn how to fold and build their own pots and begin to think of ways to reuse household items rather than throwing them away.
7 years - 12 years
Thursday, March 18, 2:00 PM
Puck Players Puppet Show - Ellettsville
Presenting the story "Katy No Pockets".
All ages
Thursday, March 25, 7:00 PM
Smart Cookie Banking - Ellettsville
Join savvy college students from SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) for a fun introduction to saving money, earning interest, comparison shopping, and other economic concepts. Get smart about your money, and eat some cookies too!
All ages
Thursday, April 1, 6:30 PM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, April 3, 10:30 AM
Music with Mother Goose - Ellettsville
Sing, dance, and play your way through this music and movement class that focuses on the tales and rhymes of Mother Goose. These activities are fun for you and your family and educational too!
2 years - 6 years
Wednesday, April 7, 10:30 AM
Evening Story Time and Craft - Ellettsville
This is a chance for the whole family to enjoy a story, a movie and a craft. The story and movie and craft will appeal to a wide range of ages, so bring the whole family. Craft supplies provided by the Friends of the Library.
All ages
Thursday, April 8, 7:00 PM
Meet The Instruments - Ellettsville
Children can interact with instruments provided by the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra.
All ages
Saturday, April 10, 1:00 PM
Birds in the Air - Ellettsville
A brief talk about migrating birds, a fun game and a craft.
All ages
Monday, April 12, 7:00 PM
School Age Story Time - Ellettsville
Stories, Snacks and short movies.
K - 6 grade
Wednesday, April 14, 4:00 PM
Plant a Shoe - Ellettsville
Learn about “upcycling” and container gardening during this creative and earth friendly craft.
Bring an old shoe, a boot or a pair of funky clogs and we will transform them into a planter. Plan to dress for mess and lots of fun!
6 years - 12 years
Thursday, April 22, 4:00 PM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, May 1, 10:30 AM
Evening Story Time and Craft - Ellettsville
This is a chance for the whole family to enjoy a story, a movie and a craft. The story and movie and craft will appeal to a wide range of ages, so bring the whole family. Craft supplies provided by the Friends of the Library.
All ages
Thursday, May 13, 7:00 PM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, June 5, 10:30 AM
Read to Dogs in the Library - Ellettsville
The Monroe County Humane Association's VIPaws program (A Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate) will bring dogs to the library. The dogs are certified therapy dogs and are ready to hear your child read to them. Reading aloud to these sweet dogs encourages reading and has been proven to increase reading scores.
All ages
Saturday, July 3, 10:30 AM
MORE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Check the schedule of events at the
main library.
Visit the Preschool Exploration Center. Drop in and play with your preschooler - hands-on, learning through play activities for parents and children together.
Pick up a brochure or view the programs on line.
Ellettsville Children's ProgramsTeen Tech Week 2010 - Learn Create Share (Ongoing Event)
Visit the Main or Ellettsville branch or the Library's website to see displays and booklists highlighting the Library's non-print resources for teens.
Ellettsville Area Book Discussion Group
Drop-in book discussion group.
Teen Tech - CD Clocks
Build a working clock out of a CD or DVD! Pick out a disc with cover art you like, or create your own design. We provide the parts, you bring the creativity. Please register.
Wii-lympics Preliminaries
Drop in either week to compete in Wii baseball, tennis, bowling, boxing, or golf. Scores will determine the brackets for each sport in the finals on April 15.
Wii-lympics Preliminaries
Drop in either week to compete in Wii baseball, tennis, bowling, boxing, or golf. Scores will determine the brackets for each sport in the finals on April 15.
Wii-lympics Finals
Attend either of the Preliminary rounds April 1 or 8, then drop in for the Finals April 15. Finals will be held for each sport (boxing, baseball, tennis, bowling, and golf), with prizes awarded in each!
Bangles, Baubles, and Beads: Jewelry Making for Teens
Make one-of-a-kind bracelets, earrings, or necklaces from a variety of beads and unique found objects at this simple and fun program. Please register.
MORE PROGRAMS OF INTEREST TO ADULTS AND TEENS
Check the schedule of events for adults at the
main library. Pick up a brochure or view
the programs on line.
Ellettsville Teen Programs Ellettsville Adult Services Programs
Contact
Us Monroe County Public Library, Monroe County, Indiana ° (812)349-3050
Updated:
February 4, 2010
° http://www.monroe.lib.in.us/ell_sched.html
