The Library is partnering with Indiana Humanities to host a Local Author Fair at Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest. Indiana authors are invited to apply for one of up to 30 free table spaces at the event. Selected participants will have the opportunity to showcase and sell their books while connecting with the literary community. Author applications will be accepted through Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
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You can use your Library card to take a Craftsy class from basic instruction to advanced techniques. Watch step-by-step instructions on a variety of creative crafts, such as baking, cake decorating, drawing, quilting, knitting, and more. Craftsy can also be found in the Extras section of the Libby App.
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We were honored to welcome Tomi Adeyemi, acclaimed author of Children of Blood and Bone, as our keynote speaker for the 9th Annual Book Fest and Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Adeyemi's work amplifies Black identity, culture, and imagination on a global stage. This event was presented by the Indianapolis Public Library's Center for Black Literature & Culture, this annual event celebrates the African American experience through art, literature, and storytelling.
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