Learn about early voting, how to request an absentee ballot, and where to find the most convenient voting center. See our FAQ for answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about voting and elections.
The Slammin' Rhymes Challenge is a contest for all poets, rappers and spoken word artists in grades 7-12. Write your inspiring thoughts on this year's theme, "Courage/#courage". All participants will receive a gift card. Ten selectees will read their entries at Fall Fest! The deadline to enter is October 31, 2024.
Celebrate the magic of Halloween with your little ones by sharing a not-so-scary book of poems. These charming poems are perfect for igniting their imaginations, featuring friendly ghosts, playful pumpkins, and silly spiders. Let the enchanting words transport you to a world where Halloween is all about fun and friendship!
Thursday, November 14
Interested in doing business with the Library? We'd like to meet you! You are invited to join us at Central Library for a networking event. Meet the Buyers at IndyPL and share the services and prodcutrs your business provides. Minority certification information will also be available.
The Quick Reads collection is made up of a variety of short books and stories written in an accessible style for adults. The books are intended to be a good introduction to new authors, genres, and reading in general, and are designed to encourage adults who don't read often to enjoy books. They can also be really helpful to people who are learning English.
Learn more and browseLooking for something fun to do or the perfect book to curl up with on a dark and stormy night? With a variety of engaging events and expert book suggestions, we are excited to help you find the ideal activity or book to make your fall enjoyable and memorable.
Learn moreAre you looking for your next read? We can help! Visit us in person, explore reading recommendations online, join an in-person or online book discussion, get recommendations on Facebook or tune in to our televised book club segments!
Browse nowOur annual Meet an Author, Be an Author event took place October 19, 2024 at Central Library. At the event, attendees enjoyed meeting authors, browsing/buying books at the author fair, attending writing workshops, and networking with published writers, aspiring writers, and fans! This event is great for anyone thinking about writing or publishing their work, or exploring the local literary scene. We look forward to seeing you in 2025! Here are some highlights of the day.
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