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This event is in the "Everyone" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: North Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on this date for a creative and fun 90-minute art class devoted to Painting & Decorating Wood Plaques with Autumn Stevens, the owner of Masterpiece Art Studio of Southern Indiana.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Roll, Render, Reveal

2:30pm–3:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Interest
Event Details:

What will you create when the dice decide? In this playful art program, participants roll special dice to reveal different prompts for their artistic masterpieces. Each roll adds a surprise twist so no two creations will ever be the same!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Full
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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Game Day Gear Lab

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Suit up and show your team spirit! In this creative workshop, participants will design their very own dream team jersey using T-shirts, vinyl iron-ons, fabric markers, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crocheting Class @ Jeffersonville

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: North Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us if you would like to either learn how to crochet or just fine tune your skills!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

125th Anniversary: Fall Festival!

1:00pm–4:00pm
Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Rear Parking Lot
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, Performance, Special Interest
Event Details:

We're celebrating our 125th Anniversary with a free concert, snacks, a bouncy house, outdoor games, and more for the whole family!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Full
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.

Staff Institute Day

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

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will be closed on Thursday, October 16 for our annual Staff Institute Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Scrapbooking Craft Time!

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Center Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on this date for a fun afternoon of scrapbooking with Tina Mitchell!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Homeschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Straight Lines Sorcery: The Circle Spell

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Special Interest, STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take your line art magic to the next level! In this follow-up to Straight Lines Sorcery, participants will explore how circles unlock a whole new set of spellbinding designs.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Pumpkin Painting @ The Makerspace

5:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Diwali Craft K-5

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Event Details:

Library kids in grades K-5 are invited to join Ms. Monica as we celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, with a special craft.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Full
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crocheting Class @ Jeffersonville

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: North Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us if you would like to either learn how to crochet or just fine tune your skills!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Homeschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Full
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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Collage Bookmarks

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This craft involves making collage bookmarks à la Lydia using a design one of our clerks created. Magazines and other materials will be provided for collaging, but participants are welcome to bring their own.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Painting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Patrons will have the opportunity to practice painting the edges of text blocks on books, created a sprayed edge look with a solid color or using stencils or freehand painting to add more detail.

Disclaimer(s)

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.