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Indiana Memory Reception

Indiana Memory celebrates 5 years

A reception celebrating the five-year anniversary of Indiana Memory will be held in Indianapolis this Friday from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM (EST).

Surprising old tech

Last week we invited local teens and families to check out our old (outdated, ancient) technology for Teen Tech Week. Of the dozens of folks who stopped by, some remembered the tech from their own childhoods, others were seeing it for the very first time.

New Non-fiction From JCPL to Banish the Blues!

I’m not a bit superstitious. I like black cats and am not afraid to walk around, underneath or climb a ladder.

Special Days in March

There's plenty to do in March. We change time zones, celebrate spring, plus there's always something happening at the Library!

Teen Tech Week in March offers something for everybody

Stop by the library this and check out the special events for Teen Tech Week, March 9-15.  Each library will be offering something. 

Winter Games Include New Fiction From JCPL!

 It’s February 6; let the games begin! In Sochi, we’re gearing up for competition in some slippery sports, such as figure skating, ice hockey, speed skating and ski jumping. These winter sports are designed for those who are highly skilled and trained to compete with one another and Mother Nature.

heart made of books

No matter what you are looking for, you're bound to find it at the library during library lovers month

If you are in a committed relationship, or would like to be, then February is a month filled with tasty opportunity. From cheap but cute chocolates to lavish expensive dinners, and just about everything in between, there is sure to be a package deal for you and your sweetheart.

Siblings kissing

Special Days in February

In the middle of a snowy winter, there is lots to celebrate this February. The 2014 Winter Olympics start this month, and the Year of the Horse Lunar New Year celebration co

books and movie popcorn

Have you watched these books yet?

There are several new movies coming out this year based on amazing teen books. If you haven't had a chance to read the books yet, now is the time.

You can find these and more on the shelves at your local library. In the meantime, here are the upcoming movie trailers:

Costumed teens making video poses

Teens: Create a video promoting Summer Reading and you could win cash

Calling all teens! Break out your director skills, your smart phones or video devices, and show your love of libraries, and you could win a $275 cash prize this spring and have your video shared with libraries across the country!

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