Calendar of Events
Toddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryToddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)
Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Read books, sing songs, and enjoy storytime
together!
Nonfiction Addiction Book Club Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryNonfiction Addiction Book Club | Thursday, May 1 @ 4pm
This group meets at the library. Pick up May’s selection – Funny Cide/Sally Jenkins - at the circulation desk. If
you don’t attend the discussion group, please have your book returned by the date of the meeting.
Teen Anime Club (ages 13-18)Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Teen Anime Club (ages 13-18)
May 1st & 15th, 4:00 - 5:00
Join us to watch and discuss anime with your fellow
teens!
*Bard’s Corner Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00 PMLocation: Online*Bard’s Corner | Thursdays, May 1 & 15 @ 6:00pm (online)
Gather with other writers to share, learn, and be encouraged! Find meeting info @ The Bard's Corner Writers'
Group To register, email: rvsshine1@aol.com with the words "The Bard's Corner" in the subject line. This
program meets online
*Books & Brew Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:30 AMLocation: Online*Books & Brew | Fridays in May @ 10:30am
Looking for reading ideas? Talk about what you've been reading, connect, and share a love of reading. The May
30 session will meet offsite at Nuts about Coffee in Etown, but register in advance for the other meetings, which
take place via Zoom: Books & Brew
Color Me CalmFriday, May 2, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryColor Me Calm | Friday, May 2 @ 1pm
This group is open to adults who enjoy coloring for relaxation or creative expression. Coloring isn’t just for
kids! It can also improve concentration and lower stress levels in adults! Materials are provided.
BingoFriday, May 2, 2025 at 2:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryBingo | Friday, May 2 @ 2pm
Join us for this game time for adults – win books!
Tween’s LEGO Club (ages 9 - 13)Friday, May 2, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Tween’s LEGO Club (ages 9 - 13)
May 2nd & 16th, 3:30 - 4:30
Stop by the library to build some LEGO! Complete
build challenges or just free build whatever you
would like. The only limit is your imagination!
ZumbaMonday, May 5, 2025 at 9:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryZumba | Mondays, May 5 & 19 @ 9am
Previous dance experience is not required! You’ll work every part of your body with leg lifts, squats, etc. Low
impact options will be included.
Games for GrownupsMonday, May 5, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryGames for Grownups | Mondays, May 5 & 12 | 1pm-3pm
A selection of games will be available, or bring your own game to share. Bring friends! You’re welcome to
bring food & eat lunch while you play.
Story Yoga (ages 5+)Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Story Yoga (ages 5+)
May 5, 4:00 - 5:00 & May 17, 10:00 - 11:00
Get ready to use your whole body to create shapes
that go along with our read-aloud story. Wear
athletic shoes, if you have them.
CASA Lobby Info TableTuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCASA Lobby Info Table | Tuesday, May 6 | 10:00am-1:00pm
Learn about Court Appointed Special Advocates and how to volunteer and make an impact in your community!
Homeschool Study Hour (All Ages)Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryHomeschool Study Hour (All ages!)
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 12:00
During this time, our Youth Programming room will
be open for homeschooling families to utilize as a
space for school work, reading, or socialization
time.
*Between the Covers Book Club Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 12:00 PMLocation: Radcliff*Between the Covers Book Club | Tuesday, May 6 @ 12:00pm
This book club meets in Radcliff. Please register here by noon the Wednesday prior to the club’s meeting: Book
Clubs This month’s selection: Southernmost/Silas House
Tween Dungeons and Dragons (ages 9-13)Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Tween Dungeons and Dragons (ages 9-13)
May 6th & 20th, 3:30 - 5:30
Join us as we venture into the chilling region of
Icewind Dale and continue the campaign “Rime of
the Frostmaiden” for 5th Edition!
Bubbles & Babies Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryBubbles & Babies (Age 0-2)
Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Babies & their grown-ups read a book together,
sing songs, learn finger plays, and play with bubbles!
Tai ChiWednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTai Chi | Wednesdays @ 1:00pm
One hour class. Gentle warm up including the eight brocades, an 800 year old series on movements designed for
maximum benefit. None of this is strenuous; it improves balance and flexibility. Can be done seated for those
with problems standing.
*Keep Calm & Craft On Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library*Keep Calm & Craft On | Wednesday, May 7 @ 3pm
Button Bouquet. Registration required: Keep Calm & Craft On
Middle Grades Chess Club (ages 9 - 13)Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Middle Grades Chess Club (ages 9 - 13)
May 7th & 21st, 4:30 - 5:30
Prove your strategic genius with some casual chess
or checkers!
Toddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryToddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)
Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Read books, sing songs, and enjoy storytime
together!
Garden Club - Recycling Art (Ages 6+)Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Garden Club - Recycling Art
(Ages 6+)
May 8th, 3:00 - 4:00
Get creative and go green! Join us as we
transform cardboard and other recyclable
materials into unique art pieces. This fun, ecofriendly project is a great way to repurpose
materials while adding a personal touch to the
library space. Let’s create something beautiful
together!
Jackbox Games for Teens! (ages 13 - 18)Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Jackbox Games for Teens! (ages 13 - 18)
May 8th, 4:30 - 5:30
Enjoy some hilarious party games with the Jackbox
Games party packs! These games run on the big
screen, and you get to participate on your phone!
From making the funniest jokes to proving your
trivia skills, Jackbox has it all!
*A device capable of accessing the internet is required
to participate.
*Books & Brew Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30 AMLocation: Online*Books & Brew | Fridays in May @ 10:30am
Looking for reading ideas? Talk about what you've been reading, connect, and share a love of reading. The May
30 session will meet offsite at Nuts about Coffee in Etown, but register in advance for the other meetings, which
take place via Zoom: Books & Brew
LEGO Club (ages 5+)Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
LEGO Club (ages 5+)
May 9 & 23 , 3:30 - 4:30
No registration is required. Build with the library’s
LEGO collection while learning problem-solving,
teamwork, and creativity! Parents are encouraged
to participate
Super Mario HourFriday, May 9, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Super Mario Hour
May 9th & 23rd, 3:30 - 4:30
Join us for some Mario games on our Nintendo
Switch! We’ll vote at the beginning of the event for
what to play: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario
Party, or Super Smash Brothers Ultimate!
Plant Native: What’s the Rush? Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryPlant Native: What’s the Rush? | Saturday, May 10 @ 10am
Attend this video event and learn more about planting native to support more life!
Teen Dungeons and Dragons (ages 13-18)Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Teen Dungeons and Dragons (ages 13-18)
May 10 & 24, 12:30 - 2:30
Set out on a fantasy adventure as we continue our
campaign “Tyranny of Dragons” for 5th Edition!
*Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem Book Club Monday, May 12, 2025 at 12:00 PMLocation: Radcliff*Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem Book Club | Monday, May 12 @ 12:00pm
This book club meets in Radcliff. Please register here by noon the Wednesday prior to the club’s meeting: Book
Clubs This month’s selection: The Wicked Girls/Alex Marwood
Games for GrownupsMonday, May 12, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryGames for Grownups | Mondays, May 5 & 12 | 1pm-3pm A selection of games will be available, or bring your own game to share. Bring friends! You’re welcome to bring food & eat lunch while you play.
Music & Movement (ages 5+)Monday, May 12, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Music & Movement (ages 5+)
May 12 4:00 - 5:00 & May 31, 10:00 - 11:00
Come play in a toy band! We’ll keep the beat with
simple rhythm instruments. Then we’ll learn simple
line dance steps.
Homeschool Study Hour (All Ages)Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryHomeschool Study Hour (All ages!)
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 12:00
During this time, our Youth Programming room will
be open for homeschooling families to utilize as a
space for school work, reading, or socialization
time.
Mystery Book ClubTuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMystery Book Club | Tuesday, May 13 @ 2pm
This group will meet at the library. Pick up May’s selection – Bloodless/Douglas Preston - at the circulation desk.
If you don’t attend the discussion group, please have your book returned by the date of the meeting.
*Revocable Trusts Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library*Revocable Trusts | Tuesday, May 13 @ 4:00pm
Maintain control of your assets as the grantor & trustee. We’ll discuss how this may affect the assets you place in
your trust, and why this type of trust can be a great tool for estate planning. Registration required: Revocable
Trusts
Bubbles & Babies Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryBubbles & Babies (Age 0-2)
Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Babies & their grown-ups read a book together,
sing songs, learn finger plays, and play with bubbles!
Tai ChiWednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTai Chi | Wednesdays @ 1:00pm
One hour class. Gentle warm up including the eight brocades, an 800 year old series on movements designed for
maximum benefit. None of this is strenuous; it improves balance and flexibility. Can be done seated for those
with problems standing.
*Living Green: Recipes for a Clean HomeWednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library*Living Green: Recipes for a Clean Home | Wednesday, May 14 @ 3:00pm
Simplify cleaning and reduce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in your home by making green cleaning
products. Green Cleaning Recipes will be included. Please register for this make-and-take class: Living Green
LEGO for Teens (ages 13 - 18)Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library
LEGO for Teens (ages 13 - 18)
May 14th, 4:00 - 5:00
Whoever said LEGO is just for little kids? Certainly
not us! Drop in for this LEGO session and let your
creativity shine! Afterwards, we will even display
your creation!
Toddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryToddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)
Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Read books, sing songs, and enjoy storytime
together!
Silent Book Club: Introvert Happy Hour Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySilent Book Club: Introvert Happy Hour | Thursday, May 15 | 10-11am
Bring a book or pick one up here, get cozy, and enjoy some snacks while you read at the library!
Career AdvisingThursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryCareer Advising | Thursday, May 15 | 4-5pm
Drop in for assistance with crafting or fine-tuning a resume and/or leveling up your interviewing strategies!
Teen Anime Club (ages 13-18)Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Teen Anime Club (ages 13-18)
May 1st & 15th, 4:00 - 5:00
Join us to watch and discuss anime with your fellow teens!
*Bard’s Corner Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00 PMLocation: Online*Bard’s Corner | Thursdays, May 1 & 15 @ 6:00pm (online) Gather with other writers to share, learn, and be encouraged! Find meeting info @ The Bard's Corner Writers' Group To register, email: rvsshine1@aol.com with the words "The Bard's Corner" in the subject line. This program meets online
*Books & Brew Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:30 AMLocation: Online*Books & Brew | Fridays in May @ 10:30am
Looking for reading ideas? Talk about what you've been reading, connect, and share a love of reading. The May
30 session will meet offsite at Nuts about Coffee in Etown, but register in advance for the other meetings, which
take place via Zoom: Books & Brew
Tween’s LEGO Club (ages 9 - 13)Friday, May 16, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Tween’s LEGO Club (ages 9 - 13)
May 2nd & 16th, 3:30 - 4:30
Stop by the library to build some LEGO! Complete build challenges or just free build whatever you would like. The only limit is your imagination!
Story Yoga (ages 5+)Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Story Yoga (ages 5+)
May 5, 4:00 - 5:00 & May 17, 10:00 - 11:00
Get ready to use your whole body to create shapes that go along with our read-aloud story. Wear athletic shoes, if you have them.
Jigsaw Puzzle SwapSaturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryJigsaw Puzzle Swap | Saturday, May 17 | 10-11am
Bring jigsaw puzzles you no longer want (complete and in good condition); swap for ones that are “new to
you”!
ZumbaMonday, May 19, 2025 at 9:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryZumba | Mondays, May 5 & 19 @ 9am Previous dance experience is not required! You’ll work every part of your body with leg lifts, squats, etc. Low impact options will be included.
Cooking through the CalendarMonday, May 19, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryCooking through the Calendar | Monday, May 19 @ 1:00pm
Dayna Fentress, our County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Services, will present this month’s recipe:
Banana Pancakes.
Painting Class (ages 5+)Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Painting Class (ages 5+)
May 19 , 3:30 - 5:00 *Requires Registration
Paint a beautiful apple with acrylic paint. Learn
about mixing colors and about light and shadow.
Homeschool Study Hour (All Ages)Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryHomeschool Study Hour (All ages!)
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 12:00
During this time, our Youth Programming room will
be open for homeschooling families to utilize as a
space for school work, reading, or socialization
time.
Tween Dungeons and Dragons (ages 9-13)Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Tween Dungeons and Dragons (ages 9-13)
May 6th & 20th, 3:30 - 5:30
Join us as we venture into the chilling region of Icewind Dale and continue the campaign “Rime of the Frostmaiden” for 5th Edition!
*‘Just for Fun’ Book ClubTuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00 PMLocation: Offsite*‘Just for Fun’ Book Club | Tuesday, May 20 @ 6pm
This book club meets offsite. Please register here by noon the Wednesday prior to the club’s meeting: Book
Clubs to receive information about meetup location. This month’s selection: After the Storm/Linda Castillo
Bubbles & Babies Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryBubbles & Babies (Age 0-2)
Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Babies & their grown-ups read a book together,
sing songs, learn finger plays, and play with bubbles!
Tai ChiWednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTai Chi | Wednesdays @ 1:00pm
One hour class. Gentle warm up including the eight brocades, an 800 year old series on movements designed for
maximum benefit. None of this is strenuous; it improves balance and flexibility. Can be done seated for those
with problems standing.
*CreateWednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library*Create | Wednesday, May 21 @ 3pm
Napkin Petal Vases. Registration required: Create
Middle Grades Chess Club (ages 9 - 13)Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Middle Grades Chess Club (ages 9 - 13)
May 7th & 21st, 4:30 - 5:30
Prove your strategic genius with some casual chess or checkers!
Book SwapWednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryBook Swap | Wednesday, May 21 @ 5pm
**Be here at the start; it goes quickly** Bring books you don’t want anymore and exchange for some you want
to try! Books should be in good condition, gently used (no mold, stains, tearing).
Toddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryToddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)
Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Read books, sing songs, and enjoy storytime
together!
*Junk Journaling Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main Library*Junk Journaling | Thursday, May 22 @ 11:00am
Materials provided; registration required: Junk Journaling
Teen’s Games Club (ages 13 - 18)Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Teen’s Games Club (ages 13 - 18)
May 22nd, 3:30 - 5:30
Enjoy a wide variety of board and card games at
HCPL!
Gardening with AmyFriday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryGardening with Amy | Friday, May 23 @ 10am
Learn from a master! Master Gardener Amy Aldenderfer will share gardening tips, tricks, and strategies.
*Books & Brew Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:30 AMLocation: Online*Books & Brew | Fridays in May @ 10:30am
Looking for reading ideas? Talk about what you've been reading, connect, and share a love of reading. The May
30 session will meet offsite at Nuts about Coffee in Etown, but register in advance for the other meetings, which
take place via Zoom: Books & Brew
Lego Club (Ages 5+)Friday, May 23, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
LEGO Club (ages 5+) May 9 & 23 , 3:30 - 4:30
No registration is required. Build with the library’s LEGO collection while learning problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity! Parents are encouraged to participate
Super Mario HourFriday, May 23, 2025 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Super Mario Hour
May 9th & 23rd, 3:30 - 4:30
Join us for some Mario games on our Nintendo Switch! We’ll vote at the beginning of the event for what to play: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario Party, or Super Smash Brothers Ultimate!
Fiber Artists Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 9:30 AMLocation: Main LibraryFiber Artists | Saturday, May 24 @ 9:30am
Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, felt, or otherwise craft with fibers? Come to this meetup group to craft
together, get ideas, and enjoy the company of fellow-crafters!
Teen Dungeons and Dragons (ages 13-18)Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 12:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Teen Dungeons and Dragons (ages 13-18)
May 10 & 24, 12:30 - 2:30
Set out on a fantasy adventure as we continue our campaign “Tyranny of Dragons” for 5th Edition!
Homeschool Study Hour (All Ages)Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryHomeschool Study Hour (All ages!)
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 12:00
During this time, our Youth Programming room will
be open for homeschooling families to utilize as a
space for school work, reading, or socialization
time.
Explore GenealogyTuesday, May 27, 2025 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryExplore Genealogy | Tuesday, May 27 @ 3pm
Interested in exploring your family history? Don’t know where to start? Come and learn the basics and let us
share information together. Facilitated by Ancestral Trails Historical Society.
*Online Book ClubTuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:30 PMLocation: Online*Online Book Club | Tuesday, May 27 @ 6:30pm
Please register here by noon the Wednesday prior to the club’s meeting: Book Clubs You will receive an email
with the zoom link prior to the meeting. After you’ve registered, pick up this month’s selection – The Amateur
Marriage/Anne Tyler
Bubbles & Babies Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryBubbles & Babies (Age 0-2)
Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Babies & their grown-ups read a book together,
sing songs, learn finger plays, and play with bubbles!
Tai ChiWednesday, May 28, 2025 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTai Chi | Wednesdays @ 1:00pm
One hour class. Gentle warm up including the eight brocades, an 800 year old series on movements designed for
maximum benefit. None of this is strenuous; it improves balance and flexibility. Can be done seated for those
with problems standing.
Teen’s Disney Movie Night (ages 13-18)Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Teen’s Disney Movie Night -
Lilo and Stitch!
(ages 13-18)
May 28th, 4:00 - 5:30
Celebrate the beginning of summer break with this
classic animated Disney film!
Toddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryToddler & Preschool Storytime (All Ages!)
Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00
Read books, sing songs, and enjoy storytime
together!
*Books & BrewFriday, May 30, 2025 at 10:30 AMLocation: Offsite (Nuts about Coffee in E-town)*Books & Brew | Fridays in May @ 10:30am Looking for reading ideas? Talk about what you've been reading, connect, and share a love of reading. The May 30 session will meet offsite at Nuts about Coffee in Etown, but register in advance for the other meetings, which take place via Zoom: Books & Brew
Music & Movement (ages 5+)Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Music & Movement (ages 5+)
May 12 4:00 - 5:00 & May 31, 10:00 - 11:00
Come play in a toy band! We’ll keep the beat with simple rhythm instruments. Then we’ll learn simple line dance steps.