This summer, we’re bringing the fun to everyone! 🌿📖Join our new Adult Summer Reading Bingo, and discover new books, activities, and local experiences along the way. We can’t wait to see how you fill your card!
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We can’t wait to fill the library with YOUR art! Kids & teens (ages 3–18) can pick up a Tiny Art kit starting May 30 (while supplies last) and have their work featured during our Summer Reading Program! Return your completed masterpiece by Monday June 22 to display in our Children's Area! 
Read 1000 books to your child before he or she starts kindergarten. Visit our downstairs circulation desk to register your child and participate in this self-paced program. 
We are so excited for this year's summer reading program: Unearth a Story! We have a fun-filled summer of events, from learning about our hometown hero Gus Grissom to an exciting balloon artist! Sign-ups begin Tuesday, May 26, and prizes can be earned until Saturday, August 1. 
Can you find all dinosaurs hidden in the Children's Department? Kids and teens can stop by the library through the month of June to give it a try and earn a prize! 
Calling all teens! Join us upstairs each Monday from 3-5 pm for crafts, snacks, study time, and chats with friends! |
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Join us upstairs for June Coffee and Crafts! Enjoy JavAroma Roasters special "Beyond the Book Blend" coffee (available only at MCPL programs), snacks, and plenty of crafts and coloring supplies. Feel free to bring a project you're working on at home as well. For ages 16 and up. |
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We are so excited for this year's summer reading program: Unearth a Story! We have a fun-filled summer of events, from learning about our hometown hero Gus Grissom to an exciting balloon artist! Sign-ups begin Tuesday, May 26, and prizes can be earned until Saturday, August 1.
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Tiny readers, big adventures! Join us for June Storytime as dinosaurs take over the library! Perfect for ages 0–5, with stories, a simple craft, and sensory fun. We can’t wait to see you there! |
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Settle in for a cozy evening of tea! Our June 4th Tea School session is all about black teas—rich flavors, fascinating history, and guided tastings. Perfect for beginners and tea lovers alike! Registration required; please call the library at 812-849-2412 to reserve your spot! |
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Calling all teens! Join us upstairs each Monday from 3-5 pm for crafts, snacks, study time, and chats with friends!
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Calling all teens! Get creative at our Create-A-Dino Terrarium workshop and design your own mini prehistoric world with plants and adorable dinos to take home. Teens only (ages 12-18). Registration required. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up soon. Call the library at 812-849-2412 to reserve your spot. |
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Join us for “Hometown Hero: Gus Grissom’s Gemini Adventure” and learn about Gus Grissom and his exciting Gemini 3 mission. This fun, all-ages program is free and open to the public. Come discover the story of our hometown space hero. |
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Join us for Tiny Tots Terrarium, a fun and simple hands-on activity designed just for little ones. Children ages 0–5 can create their own mini terrarium and watch their plants grow. Registration is required; call the library at 812-849-2412 to reserve your spot.
Calling all teens! Join us upstairs each Monday from 3-5 pm for crafts, snacks, study time, and chats with friends! |
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Roz Puppets returns to Mitchell Community Library with an all-new puppet show, "Dinosaur Pirates". Join us for laughs, adventure, and fun! |
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Even little dinosaurs need healthy smiles. Join us for a special dinosaur-themed storytime all about taking care of our teeth. We’ll share fun stories and simple tips to help little ones build healthy habits. Program is geared toward ages 0-5. |
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Create your own prehistoric-inspired terrarium at our adult program. Use soils, mosses, and air plants to design a unique display featuring a dino egg–shaped stone. Ages 16 and up. Registration required; call the library at 812-849-2412 to reserve your spot! |
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Calling all teens! Join us upstairs each Monday from 3-5 pm for crafts, snacks, study time, and chats with friends! |
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Dinosaurs didn’t disappear—they evolved into the birds we see today. Join us as Raptors Rise returns to the library with live birds of prey and an exciting look at raptor biology and rehabilitation. It’s a perfect way to connect our dinosaur-themed summer reading with the amazing creatures flying overhead today. Free and open to the […] |
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Junior high students, in grades 6-8 for the 2026-2027 school year, are invited to attend Safe Sitter® training. This nationally recognized program equips students with essential life and safety skills including babysitting basics, childcare techniques, first aid, safety and injury prevention, behavior management, and emergency response. Participants will also learn valuable communication, decision-making, and leadership […] |
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Always wanted to read the classics but didn’t know where to start? Join our Classics Book Club as we explore timeless stories together. Next up: The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Registration is required; please call 812-849-2412 to sign up. For ages 18+. Copies of the book are available to pick up beginning 5/26, and we […] |
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Calling all teens! Join us upstairs each Monday from 3-5 pm for crafts, snacks, study time, and chats with friends! |
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We are so excited for this year's summer reading program: Unearth a Story! We have a fun-filled summer of events, from learning about our hometown hero Gus Grissom to an exciting balloon artist! Sign-ups begin Tuesday, May 26, and prizes can be earned until Saturday, August 1. 
We are so excited for this year's summer reading program: Unearth a Story! We have a fun-filled summer of events, from learning about our hometown hero Gus Grissom to an exciting balloon artist! Sign-ups begin Tuesday, May 26, and prizes can be earned until Saturday, August 1.
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Bring the kids for a special summer storytime with Smokey Bear! Learn about caring for our forests, enjoy a fun story, and snap a photo with Smokey on July 1 at 11 AM. Presented by the Hoosier National Forest. |
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Join us for Tea School: A Series at Mitchell Community Public Library—an inviting introduction to tea varieties, guided tastings, and expert insights. Whether you're new to tea or already a fan, this series offers something for everyone. Class 3: Green Teas (Green Leaf & Matcha) - Tea School continues July 2 with a focus on […] |
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For kids and teens. Can you find all the dinosaur images hidden in the Children's Department? Stop by through the month of June to give it a try and earn a prize! |
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