Upcoming Library Events | Vigo County Public Library

Preschool Storytime

When: Tuesday February 14th, 2012 - 01:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 0-2 Years

When: Wednesday February 15th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0-2 years and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 extension 2294 to register.

Preschool Storytime

When: Wednesday February 15th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room C

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 2-3 Years

When: Wednesday February 15th, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0-2 yrs. and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 EXT 2294 to register.

Brown Bag Event: Social Security and You

When: Thursday February 16th, 2012 - 12:10 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Rooms A,B, & C

Brian Hewitt, an expert on the Social Security System will take you on a tour of the internet Social Security web-site. If you are retiring this will be a program filled with crucial information for your future.

Family Friday Storytime

When: Friday February 17th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Using the World Wide Web

When: Friday February 17th, 2012 - 02:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at VCPL Computer Lab 2

Start using the internet and find out how to navigate around various useful websites. Please call 232-1113 ext. 2241 or 2242 to register. Registration begins February 1.

eBooks & eAudio Books @ the Library

When: Saturday February 18th, 2012 - 09:30 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at VCPL Computer Lab 2

Would you like to know how to load your gadget with free media? Let us help! Using your valid VCPL library card, learn how to search, check out and download eBooks and audiobooks using the library's digital collection. Then you can use your smartphone, computer, iPod and various eReaders like a Kindle or a nook to read or listen to them anywhere. Pre-registration is required. Call 232-1113 ext. 2241 or 2242 for registration. Registration starts February 1.

Mother Goose On The Loose: 10:00 Session or 11:00 Session

When: Saturday February 18th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room D

Join Mother Goose for one of these fun and interactive programs for your preschoolers. Space is limited, please call 812-232-1113 ext. 2220 or 2294 to register.

GAMING FUN FOR FAMILIES AND TEENS

When: Saturday February 18th, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Rooms A,B, & C

Families and teens are invited to stop in anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to play board and video games. Adults are requested to participate with their children under age 11. No registration required; call Young People's Department for more information, 232-1113 ext. 2294.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

BOOKS ALIVE! (Grades K-2)

When: Monday February 20th, 2012 - 04:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Rooms A,B, & C

Special activities based on books for students in grades K-2. Registration required; call Young People's Department, 232-1113, ext. 2294. Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library

Vigo County Public Library Board Meeting

When: Monday February 20th, 2012 - 05:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room C

Open to the public.

Preschool Storytime

When: Tuesday February 21st, 2012 - 01:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 0-2 Years

When: Wednesday February 22nd, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0-2 years and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 extension 2294 to register.

Preschool Storytime

When: Wednesday February 22nd, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room C

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 2-3 Years

When: Wednesday February 22nd, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0-2 yrs. and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 EXT 2294 to register.

Family Friday Storytime

When: Friday February 24th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Email Basics

When: Friday February 24th, 2012 - 02:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at VCPL Computer Lab 2

Learn about free web-based email accounts and how to get one for yourself. Topics covered include email etiquette, dealing with spam, and avoiding viruses in email attachments.
Call 232-1113 ext. 2241 or 2242 for registration. Registration starts February 1.

Microsoft Word 2010

When: Saturday February 25th, 2012 - 09:30 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at VCPL Computer Lab 2

This class covers creating and saving documents and includes working with text, spell checking, and formatting in Microsoft Word 2010. Participants should be familiar with a computer keyboard and possess basic typing skills. Pre-registration is required.
Call 232-1113 ext. 2241 or 2242 for registration. Registration starts February 1.

AFTERSCHOOL ADVENTURES (Grades 3-5)

When: Monday February 27th, 2012 - 04:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Rooms A,B, & C

It's a Mystery! Kids in grades 3-5: Do you think you have what it takes to be a Nancy Drew or a Hardy Boy? Find out as we sharpen our detective skills. Bring your eyes, ears, and noses and we'll see if you can solve a mystery or two. 4:00-5:00 p.m. Call 232-1113 EXT 2294 to register.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

Preschool Storytime

When: Tuesday February 28th, 2012 - 01:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 0-2 Years

When: Wednesday February 29th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0-2 years and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 extension 2294 to register.

Preschool Storytime

When: Wednesday February 29th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room C

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 2-3 Years

When: Wednesday February 29th, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 2-3 years and their parents or caregivers. Call 232-1113 ext 2294 for more information.

Family Friday Storytime

When: Friday March 2nd, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

The Big Party for the Big Read

When: Friday March 2nd, 2012 - 06:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at VCPL Lobby - Main Library

Make your reservations early for a great evening celebrating a great book! Come to the Community Services office to pay the $5.00 fee per person four days in advance of the event. There will be appetizers and a cash bar. Call 232-1113 ext. 2281 or 2282 for more information.

Teen Tech Week Program

When: Monday March 5th, 2012 - 04:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room C

Teens in grades 6-12, come "Get Your Geek On at the Library!" Celebrate Teen Tech Week, March 4-10, by learning how to download eBooks and eAudiobooks from the library - for FREE! Videogames will also be available to play. Free snacks from 4:00-6:00. Please call Young People's Dept. to register, 232-1113, ext. 2294. Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library

Preschool Storytime

When: Tuesday March 6th, 2012 - 01:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 0-2 Years

When: Wednesday March 7th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0-2 years and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 extension 2294 to register.

Preschool Storytime

When: Wednesday March 7th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room C

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 2-3 Years

When: Wednesday March 7th, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Fun interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 2-3 years and their parents or caregivers. Call 232-1113 ext. 2294 for more information.

V. C. P. L. Book Club

When: Wednesday March 7th, 2012 - 01:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room D

Join us for a lively group discussion of a book that is open to the public. If you have not been in a book club before, do miss this chance to read and discuss for fun!

Family Friday Storytime

When: Friday March 9th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Friends Saturday Book Sale

When: Saturday March 10th, 2012 - 09:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at VCPL Lobby - Main Library

Join us for a selection of our best items: books, paperback books, puzzles, videos, CD's, magazines and more.

Crackerbarrel

When: Saturday March 10th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Rooms A,B, & C

Join us as Indiana representatives bring information on the current legislative session. The public is invited to bring their concerns and questions.

Preschool Storytime

When: Tuesday March 13th, 2012 - 01:30 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3 - 5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 0-2 Years

When: Wednesday March 14th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Fun, interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 0 - 2 years and their caregivers or parents. Call 232-1113 extension 2294 to register.

Preschool Storytime

When: Wednesday March 14th, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room B

Join us for stories, songs, finger-plays and crafts! Created for young people 3-5 years with their caregivers and parents.

Wee Read 2-3 Years

When: Wednesday March 14th, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room A

Fun interactive stories, songs, and activities for children 2-3 years and their parents or caregivers. Call 232-1113 ext. 2294 for more information.

TREES 2012 Photography Seminar

When: Wednesday March 14th, 2012 - 06:00 PM
Where: Vigo County Public Library - Main Branch at Meeting Room D

Mic's Pics will present an optional seminar for those interested in participating in this year's TREES Photography Contest, TREES Dressed in Bloom. Both teens and adults may attend.