In response to the decrease of COVID-19 cases in Marion County, the Indianapolis Public Library (IndyPL) will reinstate in-person programming on March 1, 2022.

Upcoming in-person programming includes storytime for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, health and wellness programming and clubs, computer and technology classes, career centers, family game nights, and concerts. For a full list of upcoming programs, visit indypl.org.

"The Library is a safe space where patrons gather over shared interests," said John Helling, IndyPL Interm CEO. "While we are thankful that technology allows us to stay connected virtually, we're delighted to welcome the public to participate in our in-person programming and to connect with the community in person."

March 2022 in-person programming includes:

• Reading Ready Time: Our early childhood programming prepares young children for success in school and in life. In March, we will reintroduce storytimes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers at various branch locations. Additional spring programs include topics such as sign language, yoga, puppet shows, art, and music - all of which will help babies and toddlers learn important developmental skills for reading and literacy.
• Hot Jazz for Cool Kids: Hot Jazz for Cool Kids is a family-friendly series of jazz concerts featuring Indy's leading jazz musicians, held in the Clowes Auditorium at Central Library. These one-hour concerts are a great way to introduce young people to the excitement of live music and are popular with jazz fans of any age.
• Celebrating the Roots of Our Foods: Are you interested in food history or food and culture? Come and join Marion County Public Health Department Nutrition Services as they explore the history of 18th-century spice trade around the world and how cooks from Africa, South America, and Cuba still influence foods in the US today. This program will take place March-May at various branch locations.
• Build Your Own Movie Machine: Discover the magic of animation by creating your own zoetrope! A forerunner to the modern movie, a zoetrope creates the illusion of motion from a series of individual pictures. School-aged artists and storytellers will enjoy this early form of animated storytelling. Create your own masterpiece with us!

Beginning Monday, March 7, the Library will no longer be requiring masks within its buildings. Mask will still be available for patrons upon request. Some library programs will continue to be offered virtually, as well. IndyPL will continuously evaluate our ability to maintain a safe, healthy environment and update our procedures as needed.