Monroe County Public Library, Indiana

Wednesday Open Hours

Downtown Library: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Ellettsville Branch: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Southwest Branch: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

The Outreach Van will deliver holds at Meadowood and Bell Trace. All other Bookmobile stops are canceled today.

Hours & Locations

eResource of the Month: Brainfuse HelpNow

Brainfuse HelpNow is an all-in-one suite of tutoring services designed for a wide range of academic needs—whether it’s tackling a tough homework problem, mastering a particular topic, or writing a paper.

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Adult Winter Reading Challenge

Beat the winter blues by digging out of the cold and into our online adult reading challenge! Complete 8 of 12 badges on Beanstack to receive a prize! Start 2025 off with MCPL as you read, learn, connect, and create with our community. Age 18 and up.

January 6–February 28

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Dine Out for the Library at Mother Bear's

Support the Library while eating local! Show your flyer, purchase a large pizza, and Mother Bear's will donate $5 to the Friends of the Library for MCPL programs.

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Coffee with Friends: Brando Skyhorse

Coffee with Friends is an opportunity to meet authors and artists and learn about their work. Skyhorse is an award-winning author and the director of the creative writing program at Indiana University. Age 18 and up.

Sunday, February 9 | 2–3 PM

Join us for this special program
Matthew Cordell's Neighborhood

With funding from a generous bequest from Marian Armstrong, The Friends of the Library proudly presents Matthew Cordell's Neighborhood. This exhibit, curated by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, features illustrations from Caldecott Medal-winning author, Matthew Cordell.

Join us for the exhibit and programs
Brother's Deluxe Fashion Show

Join us as sharp-dressed men kick off Black History Month with their finest apparel selections with special guest D. J. James George. Hosted by Elizabeth Mitchell and Beatrice Cork. All ages.

Sunday, February 2 | 3–4:30 PM

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Page to Stage: Misery

Constellation Stage & Screen is presenting Misery this winter. Read the book and join the discussion before you see the show! Age 18 and up.

Wednesday, January 22 | 6:30–7:30 PM

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Slash Subscriptions in 2025

With so many entertainment platforms, it’s easy to stack subscriptions and blow your budget. We’re here to help you save your hard earned cash! Put away your credit card, pull out your library card, and try some of our Library services.

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