Keep up-to-date on all the library events. Use these links.
Dead Poets Society (@ShelbyYouth)
An exclusive club of writers, musicians, and artists that meet in darkness to find their muse.
Creative Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Calling all elementary school-aged kids! The Creative Club will meet the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6 pm.
We’ll be exercising our creativity with varying activities including (but not limited to!): music, art, improv, and science. No registration necessary and come when you can. We’d love to have you join us and share your amazing mind with us!
Movie Matinee - Bigfoot? (@ShelbyMain Adult Stacks)
A movie matinee about a charming, hairy cryptid who drops in on an unsuspecting family airs in the library's adult stacks - NEW PLACE. Rated PG, this 1987 movie is the perfect lead-in to Mike Familant’s presentation on the Shadow of Redeye, his presentation on that mysterious cryptid, Bigfoot! Movie begins at 2 pm; Mike’s presentation begins at 6 pm. Don’t miss this marvelous doubleheader!
Shadow of Redeye-Bigfoot! (@ShelbyMain Open Area)
Join producer, Mike Familant as he shares his experiences researching and tracking down the truth behind North America's most iconic cryptid, Bigfoot. Whatever name you choose to call this large, bipedal hominid, Mike and his team has probably tried to track it down. He is a full-time lead investigator and producer of the show "In the Shadow of Big Red Eye." He will exhibit some extraordinary evidence backed by facts, along with some unfortunate experiences which come from Bigfooting. A Q&A session will be held afte the presentation and Mike will be available for photos and autographs. See all of Mike's shows, including his docuseries "Squatchables" (how to get into Bigfooting), on his YouTube channel: Sussex County Bigfoot, and follow his Facebook page: In the Shadow of Big Red Eye.
Broadband & Digital Inclusion Task Force Community Education Night (@Shelbyville)
Shelby County folks! Members of the county's broadband task force would like to invite you to an event they are hosting. Please come to meet some of them and learn about digital inclusion efforts happening in your community! Get together today, Thursday, May 23 from 5 to 6 pm at the open area inside Shelby County Public Library, Shelbyville Branch, 57 W. Broadway St., Shelbyville.
Library Pancake Explosion 2 (@ShelbyYouth)
It’s the Second Helping! Pancakes, Syrup, and Music Videos. It's a great Wednesday night.
Taco Tuesday Book Club: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (@ShelbyYouth)
That's right! The power of book clubs and taco bars combine to create the best book club ever. This month we are reading Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Books are available at the YS desk!
Counter-Strike 2: Deathmatch
I want to see some no-scopes, one-deags, and crispy headshots. Come on down and thrash some newbs.
Creative Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Calling all elementary school-aged kids! The Creative Club will meet the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6 pm.
We’ll be exercising our creativity with varying activities including (but not limited to!): music, art, improv, and science. No registration necessary and come when you can. We’d love to have you join us and share your amazing mind with us!
No-Sew T-Shirt Bag (@ShelbyMainD)
Time to get crafty with Pam! Bring your own T-shirt, and Pam will show you how to create a No-Sew T-Shirt Bag - suitable for carrying your library books & more! As always, Pam’s crafts are Free! Join the fun in Room D - for Downstairs - at the Shelbyville Branch of the Shelby County Public Library.
Barnyard Party Pals Petting Zoo (@ShelbyMain)
To celebrate National Pet Month, the Barnyard Party Pals will be set up outside the library from 1 to 4 pm. Enjoy petting the animals, learning about them from Luke, and listening to a special outdoor story time with Dustin at 2 pm. This is a free event for all ages.
Name That Tune: May I Ask You a Question? (ShelbyMainD)
Can you guess that tune? Listen to Stephanie play the piano in Room D of the main Shelbyville Branch. The theme is May I Ask You a Question? All songs will have something to do with questions. Are you up for it?
Creative Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Calling all elementary school-aged kids! The Creative Club will meet the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6 pm.
We’ll be exercising our creativity with varying activities including (but not limited to!): music, art, improv, and science. No registration necessary and come when you can. We’d love to have you join us and share your amazing mind with us!
Neocities: Retro Web Building (@ShelbyYouth)
A refreshing return to the Web 1.0 with blocky frames and bright backgrounds! In Youth Services for ages 11+.
Closing Early Good Friday (All Library Locations)
All Shelby County Public Library locations will close early on Friday, March 29 at 5 pm in honor of Good Friday. This includes the Velma Wortman Morristown Branch, the main Shelbyville Branch, and Carnegie East Wing, which houses the Computer Lab, the Genealogy & History Department, and the Friends of the Library Used Book Store.
All locations will open at 9 am on Saturday, March 30.
Writers' Group (@AnnexA)
The Writer’s Group will meet on Monday, March 22, 2024, at 7 pm in Room A of the Annex. All that you need to join is paper and pen (or laptop, if you prefer). All ages are welcome to join the weekly writing prompts to stretch creativity, overcome writer’s block, and take your first steps to your writing dreams. Workshop your writing. Sharing is welcome, but it’s not forced.
Carolyn Statler of Three Sisters Books and Gifts leads this group, which typically meets on the last Monday of every month.
Euchre Fun! (@ShelbyMainD)
Join in the card-playing fun as Pam organizes a game of progressive Euchre on Wednesday, March 20 at 6 pm to 8:30 pm. Players will have a new partner each game. Drinks and light snacks will be provided. There is a limit to 24 players. Sign up at the circulation desk in Adult Services in the main building of the Shelbyville Branch, 57 E. Broadway St.
Euchre Fun! meets each month on the third Wednesday. This event is always FREE!
Let's Declutter & Organize (@ShelbyMainD)
Learn from the pros and get inspiration on how to transform your spaces. Welcome that fresh spring air with a fresh new looks! This could be life-changing!
Meet at 6 pm Tuesday, March 19, in Room D of the library’s main branch to hear from Diana Stone, of the Purdue University Extension Office. This event is FREE! No registration needed!
Nintendo Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Come play Nintendo with us! Stay for the hour. Enjoy digital merriment! Just for elementary ages, first through fifth grades!
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Blink 182 is the Best: Change My Mind (@ShelbyYouth)
Blink 182 is the Best Band Ever!
Dustin says, “Change my Mind!”
Be wrong if you don't agree.
Storytime with Molly (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
DND with Blake (@ShelbyYouth)
Join Blake's campaign. It has both dungeons and dragons! Ages 11+. Bring your own characters or use one of the library’s characters. Beginners welcome to join experienced players!
Baby/Toddler Playtime (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for Baby/Toddler Playtime! We will read a story, sing songs, pop bubbles, and play!
Creative Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Calling all elementary school-aged kids! The Creative Club will meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 6 pm.
We’ll be exercising our creativity with varying activities including, but not limited to: music, art, improv, and science. No registration necessary and come when you can. We’d love to have you join us and share your amazing mind with us!
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Anime Club: One Piece Watch Party
Watching the first episodes of One Piece while eating “devil” fruit. Join Molly for some anime awesomeness!
Storytime with Molly (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Fantastic ART Club with Molly (@ShelbyYouth)
The Fantastic Art Club or FART Club is a group of artists who come together and discuss and practice different art exercises. Bring your own art supplies OR reserve 1 of our 5 available Drawing Tablets!
Nintendo Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Come play Nintendo with us! Stay for the hour. Enjoy digital merriment! Just for elementary ages, first through fifth grades!
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Love Potions (@ShelbyYouth)
Want to fall in love or keep yourself from falling apart? Are you having a total eclipse of the heart? Craft a swirling potion with Molly and Myla on Valentine's Day! Perfect for ages 11+!
Storytime with Molly (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
Teens! Trivia with Molly (@ShelbyYouth)
Flex your knowledge with Molly, and win a prize! For ages 11+.
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!
DND with Blake (@ShelbyYouth)
Join Blake's campaign, it has both dungeons and dragons! Ages 11+. Bring your own characters or use one of the library’s characters. Beginners welcome to join experienced players!
Creative Club (@ShelbyYouth)
Calling all elementary school-aged kids! The Creative Club will meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 6 pm.
We’ll be exercising our creativity with varying activities including, but not limited to: music, art, improv, and science. No registration necessary and come when you can. We’d love to have you join us and share your amazing mind with us!
Storytime with Dustin (@ShelbyYouth)
Join us at the Shelbyville Branch for one of our weekly storytimes! Read stories, sing songs, pop bubbles, and end with a craft!