June 1
5:30-7:30pm
All Ages
Hip to Knit at Greenwood Public Library
All ages and experience levels welcome. Experienced knitters: bring
your current project and knit in the company of others. Beginners: bring a pair of needles & we'll get started learning how to
cast on and knit away! Free to attend.
June 4
6:00pm
A Taste of King Arthur's Court at Greenwood Public Library
Take a bite
out of time and the Middle Ages as we explore foods from the past and learn about the culture of the time. This program is for
the whole family and free of charge. SPACE IS LIMITED AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
June 5
10:00am-12:00pm
Plan Your Family
Quest! Learn Geocaching!
Searching for hidden treasure, deciphering a map, and encountering mysterious clues along the way -
sound like fun? It's geocaching. Learn how to use a GPS device to find a cache and locate your first. This free event
is perfect for adults and families - kids will need their parents' help. Geocaching requires a GPS device. Bring your own
GPS device or we will have some available for adults to borrow. Thanks to program facilitator Sam Carman of the Department of
Natural Resources.
June 7
1pm
Mystery Book Club
Love mysteries? Join our Mystery Book Club! GPL's Susie Schachte leads this
group the first Monday of each month. June's Book: Book of Fate by Brad Meltzer
June 7
5:30pm
Teens
Teen Advisory
Board Meeting
Help the library plan programs, prepare for events, and pick out books! TAB members make crazy videos and have a
blast. Applications are available online at www.greenwoodlibrary.us/teenadvisoryboard.asp or in the Young Adult Room.
June
8 Grades K-2: 10:00am, Grades 3-5: 2:00pm
June 9 Grades K-2: 2:00pm, Grades 3-5: 10:00am
Knight Time
We'll
look at knights and heraldry and design and make a shield.
June 10
6:00pm
All Ages
To Arms! To Arms!
Learn about armor and
fighting techniques during the Middle Ages.
June 11, June 18, June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16
5:00-6:30pm
Grades K-5
Furry Friends
The
Dogs are back! Register to get some paws on reading time with our "Furry Friends!"
June 11
6:30-11:30pm
Girls Grades 6-10
Girl Talk
Calling
all teenage girls! Girl Talk: An After Hours Special is coming this June to the Greenwood Public library. Teen girls entering
grades 6-10 are invited to attend this fun, free, and informative lock-in event. This year's theme is "Healthy Relationships,"
celebrating positive friendships, communication, and self-esteem. Space is limited! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity
to meet new people, have some fun, and run around the library after hours! A signed permission form must be turned in to attend. Permission
forms are available online at www.greenwoodlibrary.us/girltalk.asp, or at the second floor reference desk.
June 12, June 19, June 26,
July 3, July 10, July 17
1:00-1:30pm
Grades K-7
Cartoon Madness
Hone your cartooning skills as the creative team at Cartoon Express returns
with a cartooning workshop series. Cost: $5 per week for materials.
June 12
9:30 - 12:30pm or 1:00-4:00
Adults
Basket Weaving
Is
there anything better about summer than fresh fruits and vegetables from our local farmer's market? When you make your selections,
how about putting them into your own unique Farmer's Market Basket? This basket is 10 x 15 inches, has a wooden handle, and is
sturdy enough to hold quite a few veggies. Let's support our local farmers and "go green" at the same time by not using plastic
bags! You'll get a lot of comments when you use your basket, and you can proudly say "I made it myself." Cost: $25
June
14
4:30pm
Girls Grades K-5
American Girls Club: Herbal Aromatic Adventures
You may recall that Peter Rabbit gorged himself on herbs and
vegetables in the farmer's garden and narrowly escaped with his life. Our American Girls Club meeting is inspired by the mouthwatering
herbs and rabbit tobacco sold by Old Mrs. Rabbit in one of the best-loved children's stories, Tales of Peter Rabbit. Come and celebrate
the mouthwatering, aromatic inspirations featured in Beatrice Potter's classic tale.
June 15
2:00pm
Teens
Teen Craft Club: Stained Glass
Windows
What are stained glass windows? How were they made and what do they tell us about history? Learn all this and more
at Teen Craft Club. We'll discuss the art form and make our very own window decorations.
June 15
6:30pm
Adults
Primetime Book Club
Come
join a diverse group of book-a-holics for lively discussion, refreshments, and lots of laughter! We meet on the third Tuesday of each
month at 6:30 and are led by Cheryl Dobbs. All are welcome. June's Book: Innocent Man by John Grisham.
June 15 Grades
K-2: 10:00am, Grades 3-5: 2:00pm
June 16 Grades 3-5: 2:00pm, Grades 3-5: 10:00am
Castle Mania
What goes on inside
the walls of a castle? Make your own castle.
June 16
1:00pm
Homeschool Kids Grades K-12
Sprouts: Homeschool Horticulture Class
What
are weeds? Why are they bad? What treatment options are available to treat weed problems? Registration required. Find out
more information at www.greenwoodlibrary.us/sprouts.asp
June 17
10:00am
Adults
Booklovers Book Club
If you're a booklover who likes nothing
more than to curl up with a good book, the Booklover's Book Club is a great place to discuss it. GPL's Susie Schachte leads this group
on the third Thursday morning of each month. June's Book: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford.
June
17
6:00pm
Children Grades K-7
Cartoon Express!
Join the crew from Cartoon Express for a cartooning workshop. This program is free
of charge but registration is required.
June 17
6:30pm
Grades 5-Adult
Beginner's Chess
Knights, Horses, Castles, Queens and
Kings - Come learn to play the game all of Greenwoodshire is talking about: Chess! No previous experience necessary - we will teach
you the fundamental rules of the game. This is a beginning chess program.
June 18
7:00pm
Princess Bride Starlight Movie Night
"Heroes.
Giants. Villains. Wizards. True Love - Not just your basic, average, everyday, ordinary, run-of-the-mill, ho-hum fairy tale" Greenwood
Public Library presents the family favorite "The Princess Bride." All ages are invited to join in the fun, free, family events
under the stars! Games, kid's crafts, and fun for all will begin at 7pm with the movie starting at dusk. Bring
your picnic basket or purchase refreshments from our sponsor.
June 22 Grades K-2: 10:00am, Grades 3-5: 2:00pm
June 23
Grades 3-5: 2:00pm, Grades 3-5: 10:00am
Mapquest
Finding your way around using medieval means.
June 23
1:00-3:00pm
Small Business
Series: Write a Business Plan and Finance Your Business
This session provides an overview of the contents of a good business
plan and how it becomes the roadmap to success. Having a business plan is virtually a requirement for obtaining funding. This seminar
will help you get started with writing your business plan. Comprehensive materials and tools are included. Presented by the Indiana
Small Business Development Center. Cost $30.00
June 24
6:00pm
Medieval Fun for Adults - Handmade Soap Making!
The beauty and diverse
possibilities of making soaps by hand will amaze you. Come participate in this hands-on demonstration of soap making. Leave
inspired with recipes and information necessary to start this hobby in your own home, and of course take home a hand crafted bar of
scented soap! Registration required.
June 24 - 26
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends Preview Day: Thursday 12-6pm
Open to the
Public: Friday 9am - 6pm & Saturday 9am-3pm
June 28
6:00pm
Boys Grades K-5
Boys Adventure Club: Superheroes and Villains of
Mythology
When it comes to role models, some of the biggest names in mythology left something to be desired. Retrace the exploits of
some of these characters and decide where they belong! Make yourself into your favorite hero (or bad guy!) and discover how Greek
myths explained the natural world.
June 28 Grades K-2: 10:00am, Grades 3-5: 2:00pm
June 30 Grades 3-5: 2:00pm,
Grades 3-5: 10:00am
Illumination / Calligraphy
Try your hand at making your own illuminated manuscript along with some basics
in calligraphy.
June 29
4:00pm
Grades K-2
Library Kids Club
Katie Kazoo Swicheroo: Be Nice to Mice by Nancy Krulik. Tap your
inner scientist with this program that includes a special presentation for parents and caregivers. Stop by the Children's Desk
to pick up your copy of the book and an information sheet containing details. Registration is required and space is limited.