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Navigating Disability, Chronic Illness, and Ableism!

Navigating Disability, Chronic Illness, and Ableism or Belonging in an Ableist World (Process Group)

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
North Program Room at Jeffersonville Library
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: North Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on this date for the 4th of 8 (four of eight) Process Group Sessions on Navigating Disability, Chronic Illness, and Ableism or Belonging, in an Ableist World.

concentration camp photo

Big Read Event: American Jewish Response to the Holocaust

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Interest
Event Details:

In the presentation 'American Jewish Response to the Holocaust', Louisville Jewish Community Relations Council Director Trent Spoolstra will discuss common Jewish stereotypes that existed for centuries in Europe leading to the Holocaust as well as

Exploring Southern Indiana with Daniel Boone

Exploring Southern Indiana with Daniel Boone!

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Program Room at Jeffersonville Library
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: North Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Special Interest
Event Details:

Join us on this date when our special guest will be Daniel Boone!

Nazi Germany with large swastika flags

Big Read Event: Germany: the Beginning, Middle, and End of the Nazi Era

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Explore the circumstances in Germany that led to Hitler's rise, the early concentration camps in Germany, and their evolution into extermination camps. We will end with a little hope. Q&A to follow. 

Children dressed in Halloween costumes sitting together.

Mother Goose Halloween Take-Over

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Services Activity Room at Jeffersonville Library
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Games, Holiday, Storytime
Event Details:

Halloween has taken over storytime! Wear your costumes and be ready to some spooky fun just right for our little ones. We will end this program with in department trick or treating, sponsored by Metro United Way's Ages and Stages program.

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Pumpkin Painting @ The Makerspace

5:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the Jeffersonville Public Library Makerspace to create your own Jack-o-Lantern. We are suppling the 3D Printed pumpkins and paint. You can create your own design on it and then take home. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required to attend this event.

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Makerspace
Registration Required

So you want to learn to sew! A great opportunity awaits at your Library. Whether or not you've operated a sewing machine, or if you've attempted simple sewing projects and weren't satisfied with the results, you're invited to attend our class to learn basic sewing skills. You will learn how to:

  • Operate a sewing machine.
  • Control stitching of a variety of seams, hems, and finishing raw edges.
  • Complete a usable project that will reflect your newly-honed sewing skills.

You may select between 2 projects: creating a simple apron or a reusable tote bag. The Library supplies all materials and the tools for completing the projects. A JTPL library card is required to use the Makerspace; click here to get one if you don't already have one!

Class size is limited. Three sewing machines are available for sharing. If your sewing machine is portable, you're welcome to bring it to the class for your own use.

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Tinker Time

2:30pm–3:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Special Interest, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Calling future engineers: We've got our favorite building tools for you to play and experiment with.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Children may attend independently but an adult must remain in the building.

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Makerspace
Registration Required

So you want to learn to sew! A great opportunity awaits at your Library. Whether or not you've operated a sewing machine, or if you've attempted simple sewing projects and weren't satisfied with the results, you're invited to attend our class to learn basic sewing skills. You will learn how to:

  • Operate a sewing machine.
  • Control stitching of a variety of seams, hems, and finishing raw edges.
  • Complete a usable project that will reflect your newly-honed sewing skills.

You may select between 2 projects: creating a simple apron or a reusable tote bag. The Library supplies all materials and the tools for completing the projects. A JTPL library card is required to use the Makerspace; click here to get one if you don't already have one!

Class size is limited. Three sewing machines are available for sharing. If your sewing machine is portable, you're welcome to bring it to the class for your own use.

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Tales and Tails

3:30pm–4:30pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy, Special Interest
Event Details:

Grab your favorite book and cuddle up with a canine companion! Therapy dogs are visiting the library for a tail-wagging reading adventure. Kids can read aloud, pet the pups, and enjoy some doggone good company. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Tales and Tails

3:30pm–4:30pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy, Special Interest
Event Details:

Grab your favorite book and cuddle up with a canine companion! Therapy dogs are visiting the library for a tail-wagging reading adventure. Kids can read aloud, pet the pups, and enjoy some doggone good company. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Day before holiday

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 10 and remain closed through Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 10 and remain closed through Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

Family History Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Anne Discher Memorial Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Family history researchers of all levels are cordially invited to join our family history club This month, we'll explore the treasures in club and organization records.

Holiday Ornaments @ the Makerspace

5:00pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're designing and engraving our own ornaments with the new XTool! Come with a design in mind and learn to use the tool with us in this program.

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Staff Meeting

9:00am–10:00am
Closing
Branches:
All Library locations, Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations will be closed from 9 - 10 a.m. for a monthly staff meeting.  Both locations will re-open at 10 a.m.

Par-Tee in the Patch

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games, Special Interest
Event Details:

Grab your putter and join us for a fall-themed mini golf adventure right inside the library! Tweens and Teens can make their way through a DIY course filled with pumpkins, leaves, hay bales, and other autumn surprises.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Screening: The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Anne Discher Memorial Learning Lab
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Literacy
Event Details:

Join Jeffersonville Township Public Library for a special presentation of an episode of The American Revolution, a new film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt.

Day before holiday

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 and remain closed through Friday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27–11/28
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 and remain closed through Friday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Tales and Tails

3:30pm–4:30pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy, Special Interest
Event Details:

Grab your favorite book and cuddle up with a canine companion! Therapy dogs are visiting the library for a tail-wagging reading adventure. Kids can read aloud, pet the pups, and enjoy some doggone good company. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Family History Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Anne Discher Memorial Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Family history researchers of all levels are cordially invited to join our family history club This month, we'll meet genealogical researcher Jay Schexnaydre of Thibodaux, Louisiana.

Tales and Tails

3:30pm–4:30pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy, Special Interest
Event Details:

Grab your favorite book and cuddle up with a canine companion! Therapy dogs are visiting the library for a tail-wagging reading adventure. Kids can read aloud, pet the pups, and enjoy some doggone good company. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Jingle and Jammies: National Lampoon PJ Party

4:30pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Holiday, Movie
Event Details:

Slip on your comfiest pajamas and join us for a night of holiday laughs! We’ll watch National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation while enjoying a hot cocoa bar, popcorn, and plenty of cozy vibes.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Staff Meeting

9:00am–10:00am
Closing
Branches:
All Library locations, Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations will be closed from 9 - 10 a.m. for a monthly staff meeting.  Both locations will re-open at 10 a.m.

Christmas Cookie Storytime

3:30pm–4:15pm
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate the sweetest season of all with a cozy Christmas storytime for the whole family! Enjoy a festive holiday read-aloud and some cookie decorating fun.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Day before holiday

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23 and remain closed through Thursday, December 25 in observance of Christmas.

Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/25
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23 and remain closed through Thursday, December 25 in observance of Christmas.

Day before holiday

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m.