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Image reads "Love Yourself Through Self-Care" in red and teal lettering. A heart-shaped dandelion graphic appears on the left. Along the bottom are illustrated self-care activities: a jar labeled "DIY Dry Shampoo", a tray of colorful marbled paint with a brush, and two clothespin butterflies on the right, set against a light pink background with subtle hearts and sparkles.

Love Yourself Through Self-Care

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Nichols Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Sustainable Living

Age Group:

Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Sustainable Living
Event Details:

A little care goes a long way… 💗

Image reads "Build a Bud" in large purple block letters, set against a pastel LEGO-brick patterned background. Three colorful LEGO-style flowers are shown around the text: a yellow-and-pink boutonniere on the left, a blue corsage at the bottom left, and a multicolored boutonniere with a purple handle on the right.

Build a Bud: Valentine's Block Boutonnieres and Corsages 💐🧱

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Holiday Program

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday Program
Event Details:

Because the best gifts aren’t bought—they’re built... 💖

Image reads "Discovery Club" with a gear as the "o" and a model atom behind the title against a purple background.

Discovery Club

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Lebanon Junction Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, STEM Learning

Age Group:

Kids, Elementary Ages
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, STEM Learning
Event Details:

For ages 5–12. Just drop in!

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Murder in the Mixing Bowl

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library

Program Type:

Games & Play, Holiday Program, Storytelling

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Play, Holiday Program, Storytelling
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Sugar, spice… and something sinister... 🥧

Image reads "Hair Love: Braiding, Twisting, and More for Textured Hair" on a teal background. Three smiling illustrated children with textured hair stand holding hands. One child wears a yellow dress with puff buns, one wears a blue shirt and tan shorts with short curls, and one wears a pink shirt and blue shorts with curly hair. Decorative hearts and swirl designs appear around them.

Hair Love: Braiding, Twisting, and More for Textured Hair

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch

Program Type:

Adult Learning & Lectures, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Textured hair, built for caregivers who are learning.🪮❤️

Graphic promoting Workforce Workshops, featuring large gear icons with images representing job search, resumes, career questions, and education. The main blue gear displays a checkmark and the text ‘Workforce Workshops.’ Additional gears show icons of a resume, speech bubbles with a question mark, a computer labeled ‘Job Search,’ and a graduation cap.

Workforce Workshops

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Adult Learning & Lectures, Job & Career

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Job & Career
Event Details:

Build your confidence. Boost your skills. Step into what’s next. 💼✨

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Financial Education with Park Community Credit Union

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Central Library

Program Type:

Adult Learning & Lectures, Business & Finance

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Business & Finance
Event Details:

Get smart with your money... 💡

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Youth Art Gallery

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Community Event

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event
Event Details:

Get inspired...

Graphic promoting Workforce Workshops, featuring large gear icons with images representing job search, resumes, career questions, and education. The main blue gear displays a checkmark and the text ‘Workforce Workshops.’ Additional gears show icons of a resume, speech bubbles with a question mark, a computer labeled ‘Job Search,’ and a graduation cap.

Workforce Workshops

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Central Library

Program Type:

Adult Learning & Lectures, Community Event, Job & Career

Age Group:

Adults, Teens
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Community Event, Job & Career
Event Details:

Build your confidence. Boost your skills. Step into what’s next. 💼✨

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Dragons, Dinos & Dump Trucks Club

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun

Age Group:

Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun
Event Details:

Love big creatures, big trucks, and big imagination? 🐉🦖🚧

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Hillview Branch Library CLOSED for Expansion & Renovation

All Day 11/28–12/1
Hillview Branch
Closing
Branches:
Hillview Branch
Description:

Hillview Branch Library is currently closed for a major expansion and renovation project.

Teen Crafternoon

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Tweens
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Fish Bowl
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Friends who craft together... create memories that last forever! 🎨✂️

Teen Lounge

3:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Table
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

Ages 12–18. Just drop in!

Love Yourself Through Self-Care

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Sustainable Living
Event Details:

A little care goes a long way… 💗

Dungeons & Dragons Club

4:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: The Retreat
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fandom Fun, Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

It’s all in the dice…

Join us to learn a new game or develop your Dungeons and Dragons skills further! Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop game that focuses on collaboration, creativity, imagination, and teamwork. You will be able to build your character then jump into the storytelling and roleplay realm.

For ages 13–19. Just drop in!

Build a Bud: Valentine's Block Boutonnieres and Corsages 💐🧱

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday Program
Event Details:

Because the best gifts aren’t bought—they’re built... 💖

Reading Together

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Event Details:

Diversify your reading...

On the second Thursday of every month, we're bringing people together through the power of diverse reads. Together, we will explore trending or highly-respected books that spotlight #OwnVoices stories, underrepresented groups, and diverse experiences so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. Great stories guaranteed!

Psst... If you need help securing a copy of the book, please contact Haleigh.

UPCOMING SELECTIONS

Coffee Chats

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Group Meetup
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Coffee Chats

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 55+
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Coffee Bar
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Group Meetup
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Blood Drive with American Red Cross

11:00am–4:00pm
Adults
Lebanon Junction Branch
Cancelled
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

DID YOU KNOW? Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood...

Blood donors help save the lives of people of all ages every day, including burn victims, heart surgery and cancer patients, trauma victims, and many others. BCPL is partnering with the American Red Cross to provide a safe, relaxing, and convenient location to donate blood. You can make a difference by giving a small part of your day to join us. Whatever your blood type may be, all types are valuable and can help save lives.

For ages 16 and up.
Donors under the age of 17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate. Donors ages 16 or 17 MUST show a form of ID that includes their birthdate.

Please bring your donor card, driver's license, or two other forms of identification. Be prepared to list all of the over-the-counter and prescription medications you are currently taking.

🩸🩸🩸❤️

Additional tips for the day of your donation:

  • Drink an extra 16 oz. of water (or other nonalcoholic drink) before your appointment.
  • Eat a healthy meal, avoiding fatty foods like hamburgers, fries, or ice cream.
  • Wear a shirt with sleeves that you can roll up above your elbows.
  • Let us know if you have a preferred arm or particular vein that has been used successfully in the past to draw blood.
  • Relax, listen to music, talk to other donors, or read while you donate.

For more information on the requirements for giving blood, please visit redcrossblood.org.

Reservations for specific times can be made at redcrossblood.org. Otherwise, just drop in!

GED Testing Center

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Unlock a world of opportunities...

Chair Yoga

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Regular yoga is so intimidating—try chair yoga!

Start your week well with "choga" fun and relaxation with certified instructor Sara Stearns of Derby City Yoga.

Now you can enjoy a gentler yoga workout without becoming an arm-and-leg pretzel. This low-impact version is performed with a chair for support, making it perfect for a beginner or someone with difficulty balancing. Some individuals in wheelchairs may also be able to participate; please consult your doctor first if you have medical questions or concerns.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Senior Bingo

11:00am–12:00pm
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

B-I-N-G-O and good times ahead! ✨

Discovery Club

4:30pm–7:00pm
Kids, Elementary Ages
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Explore, create, connect...🚀🧩🎨

Unwind and spend time with friends at our afterschool Discovery Club! We'll keep you entertained every month with a fun new project ranging from LEGO challenges and STEM activities to arts and crafts. Snacks and drinks will be provided to fuel your creativity.

For ages 5–12. Just drop in!

Adult Game Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Leave the kids and worries at home… It’s GAME TIME! 🎲🎮

Girls Who Code

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Tweens
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Group Meetup, STEM Learning, Technology Class
Event Details:

Who runs the world...? 👩🏽‍💻💪

Art Lab

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let your imagination roam free...

Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

Gentle Stretch

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

🏗️ PLEASE NOTE— Due to construction, this event will take place at an offsite location. We hope to see you there!

Family Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

For children of all ages and their families. Just drop in!

Family Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

Please note, Family Storytime is offered on Tuesdays AND Thursdays at this location.

Toddler Storytime

1:00pm–1:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

Family Storytime

2:00pm–2:45pm
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

For children of all ages and their families. Just drop in!

Teen Lounge

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun, Games & Play
Event Details:

Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

For ages 12–18. Just drop in!