Play Your Way!
Grab your friends and grab a book because it's 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!
May 30 - August 1, 2026
Track the total time you spend reading, listening to audiobooks, reading aloud to someone, or having someone read to you. If you need help finding something to read, don't worry, just ask one of your librarians! Prizes are earned at 1 hour, 5 hours, 10 hours, 15 hours, and 20 hours of reading. Learn more about Summer Reading.
Storytime for Babies & Toddlers
Wiggle and giggle
Wayne Branch
Babies, toddlers and caregivers are invented for a meet and play at Wayne. There will be toys, bubbles, fun and a registration drive for the Summer Reading Program! Join us!
Storytime at Michigan Road
Michigan Road Branch
Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Storytime at Glendale - Babies
Glendale Branch
Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies.
Storytime for Preschoolers
Storytime at Michigan Road
Michigan Road Branch
Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Pajama Storytime at Eagle
Eagle Branch
Families with children ages 3 - 8 are invited for a fun-filled storytime featuring music, stories, and a craft. Children can wear their pajamas!
Storytime at Decatur
Decatur Branch
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and playtime.
Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids
I AM WILD Exploration
Eagle Branch
Explore the flora and fauna of different habitats through hands-on learning. Build your own bug motel, create art inspired by wildlife, and more! Based on the Indiana State Museum’s I AM WILD: A Charley Harper traveling exhibit visiting this summer. This program is for kids ages 6-12.
Cardboard Creations
Fort Ben Branch
Create, make, and play with cardboard in this program for kids 4-8 led by Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts. Dress to mess!
Cardboard Creations
Central Library
Create, make, and play with cardboard in this program for kids 4-8 led by Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts. Dress to mess!
Gaming Programs for School Age Kids
Lego Block Party at Haughville
Haughville Branch
Let your imagination guide you in making fun Lego creations! Participate in challenges or free-build whatever you want. Legos will be provided. Recommended for children ages 6 and up.
Family Game Night at Central Library
Central Library
Kids, teens, and families are invited to stop by the Kid Central on the 3rd floor for Family Game Night! We have lots of board, card, and dice games to explore, along with giant-sized chess, checkers, Jenga, and Connect 4.
Pokemon Card Trading
Glendale Branch
Bring your cards and get ready to trade! For children 11 and under only.
Take a walk and read a story as you go!
Stroll through a park and read a book displayed in mounted frames. Stories will be rotated on a monthly basis. Families are encouraged to post photos of their visit on social media. Learn more about our StoryWalks and where they are located.