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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month

All this month (and any month!) you can stop by Anderson Public Library and Lapel Branch Library to get a library card, check out materials like books, DVDs, board games, museum passes, and the Library of Things collection, explore our digital resources, and more.

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Anderson Public Library and Lapel Branch Library will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day.

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Registration for Vendors Opens September 1 - October 31

We are seeking local authors, artisans, and makers to participate in the Artisans and Authors Fair on Saturday, November 21 from 12-4pm. Vendor registration is FREE!

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Teen Silent Book Club

Wednesday, September 2 @ 5:30pm

Ages 13-18

Teen Room (First Floor)

Enjoy dedicated quiet reading time, snacks, and low-pressure conversation with other teens!

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Toddler Tunes with Tiffany

Friday, September 11 @ 9:30am | Ages 0-5

Cardinal Room (Third Floor)

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Sing, dance, and explore musical instruments with your little ones during a hands-on music and movement program.

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Second Chance Job Fair with WorkOne

Wednesday, September 16 @ 11am-2pm

Chief Anderson Room (Third Floor)

Connect directly with local employers and apply for open positions during a free community job fair co-hosted with WorkOne.

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Tuesday, September 22 @ 6pm | Ages 18+

Cardinal Room (Third Floor)

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning traditional Mexican folk art techniques to craft a mosaic-style bead coaster.

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Sunday, September 27 @ 2pm | All Ages

Third Floor

Explore themed activity areas, hands-on games, and community presentations inspired by the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender.

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Join us for a free 8-week Beginner Tai Chi program focused on arthritis and fall prevention, presented in partnership with the Madison County Health Department. Each weekly lesson will build upon the skills learned, however you are welcome to attend as many sessions as your schedule allows. Please wear comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes. Participants must sign an activity waiver before the program starts.

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Join us to learn the basics of using a computer! This session teaches basic terminology, using a mouse and keyboard, file management, and essentials of navigating the Windows desktop environment. This session is designed for absolute beginners with little to no experience with using a computer. No registration is required. This workshop is intended for ages 18+.

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If you are unable to attend this session or have a specific issue with your device you need assistance with troubleshooting, call our Adult Services desk at 765-641-2456 or visit andersonlibrary.net/book-a-librarian to schedule a 1-on-1 appointment with a librarian!

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Step into the shoes of the ultimate gamemaker! In this Tween Game Night, participants compete in group games based on the popular Mr. Lemoncello's Library series. Teams race against the clock to conquer wild literary-themed challenges. Will your team earn enough medals to become Library Olympic Champions? Join us for an unforgettable adventure where books, brains, and friendly competition come together in the ultimate literary showdown! Hang out, meet some new friends, eat snacks, and play games with us!

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The FAFSA opens next month— are you ready? Join us to learn all about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education! We will cover FAFSA basics, the information you need to fill it out, and why completing it is important. We will also share resources to help students and their families complete the form.

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Explore the many styles of bookbinding and how to use books as a form of art. Each month we will learn a new binding structure and discuss its historical and practical context. September's binding style is expanding on Japanese Stab Binding by learning additional sewing patterns and how to make a hinged hardcover!

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It's Fall y'all! Celebrate the season with a fun-filled family program featuring autumn-themed stories, songs, and activities. Families enjoy listening to cozy and whimsical stories about squirrels, autumn leaves, pumpkins, and acorns, followed by hands-on activities inspired by fall. A perfect way for families to celebrate the changing of the seasons!

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Second Thursdays

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Book sales are open to the public. You'll find gently used books, movies, and more--something for all ages and interests!

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