Grab your friends and grab a book because there's still time for Summer Reading at The Indianapolis Public Library! The Library is the ultimate playground for creativity, imagination, and discovery whether you're a beginning reader or a bookworm. Join the adventure, learn something new, and become a lifelong reader!
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On Craftsy, you can watch step-by-step instructions on a variety of creative crafts, such as baking, cake decorating, quilting, knitting, drawing, sewing, and more. Tutorials are available from basic instruction to advanced techniques. Craftsy is available in Spanish and can also be found in the Extras section of the Libby App.
Nelson Mandela International Day takes place on Saturday, July 18, 2026 and is celebrated throughout the month of July. In order to understand Mandela's importance to South Africa and the rest of the world, here are some books and movies showing what it was like to live in South Africa during Apartheid and in its aftermath.
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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