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Art Explorers (grades K-2)
Thursday, November 4
Thursday, November 18
Explorations in Art (grades 3-6)
Thursday, November 11
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cardinal Room
Let's explore art! Each program has an individual theme and featured readaloud story, as well as a hands-on art craft celebrating the day's theme!
Click here to see our full event calendar.
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International Games Week @ APL
Saturday, November 13
12:00pm - 4:30pm
Cardinal Room
Get your game on at APL during International Games Week! Bring a friend or two, some kids, or even come by yourself! We will have a variety of tabletop games from the library’s collection available for all ages to try, and staff from the Gamer Dojo will be on hand for assistance.
Click here to see our full event calendar.
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You have 24/7 access to Freegal with your library card! Did you know that you can stream and download music for free? Freegal provides access to over 16 million songs! Download the Freegal app to get started!
For details about how to access this resource, visit https://www.and.lib.in.us/digital-resources or visit the library.
Need assistance? Visit the library or call (765) 641-2456. |
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Pick-up your items using our drive-up window!
Drive-up window services include holds pick-up, mobile printing pick-up, faxing, and copying. Located at the back of the library off of Main Street.
Drive-up window service hours are Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 7:00pm and
Friday: 10:00am - 5:30pm. The drive-up window is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
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Upcoming Programs and Events
When: Monday, November 01, 2021 8:00 AM
Ends on: Monday, November 01, 2021 10:00 AM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Chief Anderson Room
Join local legislators as they discuss issues being considered during the upcoming session of the General Assembly. This meeting is open to the public.
When: Monday, November 01, 2021 11:00 AM
Ends on: Monday, November 01, 2021 11:45 AM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Cardinal Room
Come make messy messes on Mondays! Don't worry, the librarians clean up all those important experiences and explorations. Wear some old clothes because things will get messy!
This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of PLAY, TALK, and WRITE, which are essential habits for getting ready to read as determined by the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read program.
When: Monday, November 01, 2021 3:30 PM
Ends on: Monday, November 01, 2021 4:30 PM
Where: Lapel Branch Library at Second Floor Meeting Room
Wrapped around your pencil or finger, this snake won't bite! Craft a bendy snake and spend time with your friends at the library after school. Please register; supplies are limited.
When: Monday, November 01, 2021 5:30 PM
Ends on: Monday, November 01, 2021 6:30 PM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Cardinal Room
Learn to calm the body and mind by sitting in meditation. Join us as Ali Szymanski of Sage Yoga and Ayurveda in Anderson explains the basic aspects and benefits of meditation, then leads us through various simple guided meditation techniques, ending with a crystal singing bowl meditation at the end of each session. No previous experience with meditation is required; these sessions are intended for beginners!
Comfortable clothing and your own yoga mat, blanket, or cushion is suggested. Registration is requested.
When: Tuesday, November 02, 2021 11:00 AM
Ends on: Tuesday, November 02, 2021 11:45 AM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Cardinal Room
Read Me a Story is a traditional library storytime. New friendships will bloom, marvelous discoveries will be made, and best of all it happens in this dazzling place of magnificence!
This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of READ, TALK, and SING, which are essential habits for getting ready to read, as determined by the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read program.
When: Tuesday, November 02, 2021 11:45 AM
Ends on: Tuesday, November 02, 2021 4:00 PM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Chief Anderson Room
Schedule an appointment to donate blood today! Click here to pick your appointment time or visit the library between 11:45am - 4:00pm as a walk-in. Donations will take place in the Chief Anderson Room on the 3rd floor of the library.
People need people! There is no manufactured blood product, patients lives are only saved by the selfless give of blood donors. If you have received the COVID-19 vaccine, you may donate blood if the vaccine was administer 48 hours prior to your donation appointment. Please note that masks are required.
When: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 4:00 PM
Ends on: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 4:30 PM
Where: Lapel Branch Library
Bring an afternoon snack to enjoy with a traditional library storytime. After the stories, take home a brown paper bag, packed with materials for an activity related to the stories we read.
This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of READ, TALK, PLAY, and WRITE, which are essential habits for getting ready to read, as determined by the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read program.
When: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 4:00 PM
Ends on: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 5:00 PM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Creativity Lab
What's better than a dino? A Dino BOWL! Join us and Kiln Creations and get messy with clay! This program is designed for kids in grades K-6 and no prior art skills are needed. All supplies are provided. Spaces are limited and registration is required. *When registering, please register only with the child's name that will be participating. When you create with us, your ceramics will be ready to pick up at the library in one week.
*Please note that masks are required during the program inside the Creativity Lab.
When: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 5:30 PM
Ends on: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 6:30 PM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Teen Room
Build, fly, and create with us! Join us and Purdue-Extension Madison County to explore a series of Tech and STEAM projects. This week we'll be flying drones! Meet us in the Teen Room. For teens in grades 6-12 only, please.
When: Thursday, November 04, 2021 2:00 PM
Ends on: Thursday, November 04, 2021 3:00 PM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Cardinal Room
"Shubh Diwali" (Happy Diwali)! Learn about Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. This program will feature a read aloud about this special Hindu celebration. Participants will also make a craft inspired by Rangoli, a type of sand art created during this five-day long festival.
When: Thursday, November 04, 2021 5:30 PM
Ends on: Thursday, November 04, 2021 6:00 PM
Where: Anderson Public Library at Cardinal Room
Wear your pajamas to this traditional library storytime. Cozy up while you listen to some comforting stories. Feel free to bring your favorite sleepy time friends and blankets.
This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of READ, TALK, SING, and PLAY which are essential habits for getting ready to read, as determined by the American Literacy Association's ECRR2.
When: Friday, November 05, 2021 11:00 AM
Ends on: Friday, November 05, 2021 11:30 AM
Where: Anderson Public Library
Tune in for a quick, fun, virtual storytime! Discover a new book or revisit an old favorite. This storytime is intended for children of all ages and their caregivers. View this program on Facebook Live. Like and follow us on Facebook at @andersonlibrary.
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Our Friends of the Library Books Sale is back in a temporary new format!
Saturday, December 11
1:00-4:00pm
Main Lobby
Don't miss the Friends of the Library sale! Monthly sales are open to the public and are located on the third floor of the Main Library. You'll find gently used books, movies, and more--something for all ages and interests! You never know what treasures you might find!
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