Take charge of your health with help from the Library! Find online and in-person exercise, mindfulness or cooking classes, and more. We can also help you find reliable, trusted resources to manage good health and get access to medical research tools.
Public Health Partnerships
The Library is also proud to partner with local organizations to team up for community health including hosting flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics, distributing free gun locks, and more. Learn more about how you can easily visit our locations to take advantage of these free services.
Programs for All Ages
Tai Chi
Glendale Branch
Tai Chi Flow is a mind/body exercise that combines the best of traditional Tai Chi and Qigong with modern Western fitness. No equipment is needed. Wear loose comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes, and have water available.
Chair Yoga & Mindfulness
West Indianapolis Branch
Join Carol Tharp-Perrin for chair-based yoga to practice your breathing techniques, and improve your heart rate, mental focus, and relaxation.
Pike Gardening Group
Pike Branch
Gardens are essentially a place of sharing and gardeners know that we learn a lot from each other--whether you're just starting or experienced. Sessions will feature seasonal discussions, resources--like our Seed Library--and connections with other gardeners. Lead by a librarian/master gardener.
Simple & Affordable Plant Based Cooking
Watch as local vegan chefs share their favorite and nutritious vegan recipes in these easy step-by-step video tutorials.
Online NinjaZone Camp for Kids
Get your kids moving! Join Coach Mike for a series of classes to do at your own pace from home. NinjaZone combines the coordination, strength, and agility training into a creative form of freestyle movement: Lesson One, Lesson Two, and Lesson Three. Also see our booklist for little Ninjas in training!
Diabetes Resource Recommendations from the Marion County Public Health Department.
From the folks who teach the ABCs of Diabetes, here is a list of books and resources you can find at the Library for learning and coping with Diabetes.
Take Control of your Diabetes
A great book for a visual learner and thinker, this book explores and explains in helpful ways!
Prediabetes
A Complete Guide : your Lifestyle Reset to Stop Prediabetes and Other Chronic Illnesses
With a focus toward those diagnosed with Prediabetes, this book pulls together great info!