Keep up-to-date on all the library events.
Check individual department links above to see what is happening!
Craft: Braided Anklet (@ShelbyMainD)
Get together and create a simple braided anklet! These classic summer accessories at a touch of the summer beach and resemble popular friendship bracelets. Pam will show us how it’s done. All supplies provided for this FREE craft session. Let your imagination take over and be creative while you enjoy a snack and drinks.
OC Creation Night (@ShelbyYouth)
Middle and High School students are invited to join our Original Character creation night. We will be creating characters that we will bring to life and put into action in our story workshop, Dead Poets Society.
Craft: Pencil Holder Upcycled Tin Can (@ShelbyMainD)
Get together and upcycle a tin can into a fun pencil holder! Pam will show us how it’s done. All supplies provided for this FREE craft session. Meet in the Main building of the Shelbyville Branch. Let your imagination take over and be creative while you enjoy a snack and drinks.
Tiny Art! (@Morristown)
Join us to make Tiny Art for the annual Derby Days Tiny Art Show! All Tiny Art kits must be returned to the Morristown Branch by noon on Friday, July 26 to participate.
Bridge Building Contest! (@Morristown)
Can you build the sturdiest bridge? We'll test your crafty creations with weights, rhythm, and wind! Use popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and even LEGO bricks to make the strongest bridge! Recommended for ages 6+.
Make It: Explosions! (@Morristown)
We're mad scientists in the library! Create 3 different kinds of explosions in this adventurous exploration of science! Perfect for all ages.
Ceiling Tile Painting (@ShelbyYouth)
Tired of dull, plain-vanilla, tile ceilings? Do something about it! Molly breaks out the ceiling tiles so we can paint them! Bring your best, cool, artsy, creative ideas and spice up the teen section of the Youth Department. Just for ages 11+!
Make It: Flower Pounding (@Morristown)
How can flowers and hammers create amazing prints and wall art? Come find out! Drop in between 3 pm and 5 pm. This event will adapt for all ages.
OC Creation Night (@ShelbyYouth)
Let's dream up an original character and their back story in either our favorite IP or our own world! Join Molly and Dustin for an awesome creative session! Perfect for those ages 11+.
Castle Building (@Morristown)
Build your best castle with popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and other basic craft supplies! We'll see which one can withstand a ping-pong cannonball attack!
Make It: Fantasy Maps (@Morristown)
Bring out your inner cartographer as we make maps to adventure across a world of your imagination! All materials provided, no registration required. Suitable for all ages.
Make It: Fancy Masks (@Morristown)
Create a fancy mask with us! All materials will be provided for this free event. No registration required. "It's just that masks are terribly comfortable – I think everyone will be wearing them in the future" - Westley/The Dread Pirate Roberts, The Princess Bride.
Make It: Magic Wands (@Morristown)
The wand chooses the witch or wizard... unless you make your own! Learn to make your own magic wand with basic craft supplies. Supervision required for ages 12 and under.
Make It: No-Sew Bags (@Morristown)
Use t-shirts to make soft, no-sew tote bags! Don't want a bag? Make a small blanket or cleaning cloth! Have a favorite design? Bring your own t-shirt or some will be supplied.