World Languages Collection

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The Library provides world language materials in a variety of formats, including literature, nonfiction, children’s books, audiovisual resources, and digital content, to serve both native speakers and language learners in 25+ different languages. The collection fosters belonging and cultural connection reflecting the Library’s ongoing commitment to serving the diverse communities of Indianapolis.

Book Collections
Digital Collections
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OverDrive has e-books, e-comics, and graphic novels for adults, teens, and kids. You can read on OverDrive's Libby app, or in a browser. You can borrow up to 20 titles using your Library card. If you have never borrowed from Libby before, Libby directions and a Libby video tutorial are available, as well as OverDrive Support. To browse e-books and audiobooks use the Libby app on your Android or Apple iOS handheld device or go directly to OverDrive in your browser. Here are some direct links to three World Languages collections:



Digital Collection for Children


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LOTE4Kids is a digital collection of picture books (e-books and e-audiobooks) in over 70 world languages with an English version available for all books. The collection is for ages 3-8.


Need help? Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text or email Ask-a-Librarian. The Tinker Station helpline at (317) 275-4500 is also available. It is staffed by device experts who can answer questions about how to read, watch, and listen on a PC, tablet or phone.

Upcoming Programs
Programs in Spanish

Join us for Basic Computer Classes, a Spanish Book Club, Spanish Conversation Circles, Financial Literacy Workshops, art classes and more!

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Programs in French

Join us for Basic Computer Courses, French Conversation Circles, Financial Literacy Programs, and more!

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Programs in Haitian Creole

Beginner Haitian Creole Conversation Circles celebrate diversity, promote cultural exchange, and empower residents to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries.

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English Conversation Circles

Join an English Conversation Circle in-person or online to practice and improve your English skills in a comfortable and welcoming place.

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Folklore Mexicano Festival

July 11, 2026 from 12-4 p.m. at Central Library Travel to Mexico without leaving Indianapolis! Enjoy performances, live music, activities, Mexican food truck, mercado (shops), and informational booths. Fun for the whole family!

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Folklore Mexicano Festival
Meet Your Neighbors
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This program is an opportunity for citizens and professionals in the community to learn more about immigrants in Indianapolis. In addition, learn about Exodus' history and programs, and volunteer opportunities. Upcoming sessions include the Democratic Republic of Congo, Afghanistan, and the Sikh-Punjabi Community. See the Meet Your Neighbor schedule.

Language Line

We are proud to offer over the phone interpretation for Library visitors who don't speak English. The Language Line gives Library visitors access to live interpretation services in over 240 languages to more easily obtain information, access resources, and navigate services at the Library. Ask at any of our locations for assistance.

Spanish Bunny Book Bags

Bunny Book Bag

Bunny Book Bags are grab-and-go bags of books for caregivers on the move. Read and return them fine free! There are also Baby Bunny Book Bags with board books as well as Spanish Bunny Bags. No two bags alike! (limit two bags per check-out) Return books inside the bag. Learn more about Bunny Book Bags.


Book Lists

Book Lists for Adults

Book Lists in Spanish for Kids & Teens

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Spanish Email Newsletter
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Subscribe to the Spanish newsletter from NextReads to receive Spanish reading recommendation in your inbox monthly. Book suggestions are linked to our catalog for easy requesting. View the latest issue.

Learn English

Mango Languages is an interactive, conversation-based, online language-learning service. Each lesson starts off with a simple conversation between 2 people, usually a woman and a man, introducing each word or phrase from that conversation one by one. Learners can record themselves and compare their audio with the native speaker.

Explore this tutorial to find out how to create an account and use Mango Languages in a browser or in an app on your Android or Apple iOS handheld device or go directly to Mango in your browser.

Mango has English language courses for speakers of 19 different languages, including these languages spoken in our community:

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  • Arabic (Egyptian & Modern Standard)
  • Bengali
  • Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin)
  • French
  • German
  • Haitian Creole
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Portuguese (Brazilian)
  • Russian
  • Spanish (Latin American)
  • Vietnamese