Adult Programs

Adult Programs

Food for Thought

A monthly cooking group for busy adults to share recipes and cooking ideas. Bring a dish and the recipe to share with the group. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at Sellersburg Library.

breadSellersburg Library
Thursday, March 20
6-7 pm

topic: lucky loaves

Participants should bring a bread of some type and the recipe to share.

upcoming: April 17 family favorites; May 15 "Mayday" recipes (retry recipes that have failed before)


Book End Craft at Henryville Library
celebrating National Library Week

bookendsPatrons of all ages can drop in Henryville Library to paint a bookend that will be used in the library to celebrate National Library Week.

All supplies will be provided. No registration.

Henryville Library
Monday, April 7 at 1-5 pm


Register for programs on the library calendar or by calling the library.


Sourdough for Beginners

sourdoughJoin us for an afternoon of all things Sourdough presented by Unvarnished Farms as we learn the basics of sourdough bread making. All participants will take home a free starter and simple recipes to practice what is learned and to start their sourdough bread making journey.

Open to adults 18+. Registration is required.

Henryville Library - Tuesday, April 8 at 4 pm

Crafty Creations

flowers

A monthly adult craft program to create seasonal crafts using a variety of mediums. Space is limited. Registration is required.

topic: book page bouquet

Charlestown Library - Wednesday, April 9 at 6-7 pm
Henryville Library - 
Monday, April 14 at 2:30-3:30 pm

upcoming: May - clothespin stars


Register for programs on the library calendar or by calling the library.


The Extra Special Social Club

earthThis program is a structured social hour for adults 18+ with disabilities. Activities include reading a story, games and crafts. Come on in and join the fun! Meet new people. No registration required.

Charlestown Library
Thursday, April 17 at 3-4 pm
topic: Earth Day

upcoming: May 15 sailing into summer


A Derby Murder Mystery

derby

Join us for a Derby-themed murder mystery! You will play a character and interact with others to try to reveal the murderer. Derby-themed costumes are encouraged but not required.

Adults 18+ only.
Registration required.

Charlestown Library - Wednesday, April 16 at 6-8 pm
Henryville Library - Tuesday, April 22 at 6-8 pm
Sellersburg Library - Wednesday, April 23 at 6-8 pm
Borden Library - Thursday, April 24 at 5-7 pm
New Washington Library - Thursday, May 1 at 6-8 pm


Staying Scam Safe

scam alertScammers are getting smarter, but so can you!

Join Purdue Extension to learn how to recognize common scams, protect yourself from identity theft, and report fraud. We’ll cover real-world examples, red flags to watch for, and practical steps to safeguard your personal and financial information. Whether online, over the phone, or in person, you’ll gain the confidence to spot scams before they happen.

Registration required.

Borden Library - Monday, April 21 at 5-6 pm
Sellersburg Library - Monday, April 28 at 6-7 pm
Henryville Library - Tuesday, April 29 at 6-7 pm
New Washington Library - Thu, May 8 at 6-7 pm
Charlestown Library - Monday, June 2 at 6-7 pm

Recipes to Share

If you like to talk cookbooks, share recipes and sample new dishes, this group is for you. We share recipes and sample each other's dish. Meetings are the first Thursday of each month at Charlestown Library.

greensCharlestown Library
Thursday, April 3 at 10:00-11:00 am

Topic: spring greens

Participants should bring a dish featuring leafy greens.
Bring a copy of your recipe.

upcoming topics: May 1 - tea party, June 5 - cake mix hacks, July 3 - pies, August 7 - corn, September 4 - squash, October 2 - dessert day, November 6 - Thanksgiving try outs, December 4 - cookie exchange


Disney Trivia Night

mickeyAre you ready to test your knowledge on all things Disney and see if you are the ultimate Disney Fan? Join us for Disney Trivia Night.

Open to adults 18+. Registration is required.

Henryville Library
Thursday, May 22 at 6-8 pm

Teen/Adult Crochet Club

yarn

Teens and adults are welcome to join & crochet with us. All new members will receive a basic crochet kit or bring your project.

Sellersburg Library
on select Tuesdays at 5:30-6:30 pm

March 25
April 8 & 22; May 6 & 13


bookclubs

Romantasy Book Club

NEW book club!
Do you enjoy fantasy and romance? Need someone to discuss it with? Join our Romantasy Book Club. Meeting will be the first Friday of each month.

bookThe next meeting:

One dark window
by Rachel Gillig

Charlestown Library
Friday, April 4
6-7 pm

 

upcoming: May 2 - A fate inked in blood

For the Love of Books

Adults can come share their love of reading books with others. Meetings are monthly at Henryville Library.

bookThe next meeting:

Long as the lemon trees grow by Zoulfa Katouh

Henryville Library
Thursday, March 27 at 6:30-7:30 pm
 

Coffee & Crime

A book club all about true crime. Join us for a cup of coffee and an afternoon of fun discussing our true crime book of the month at Henryville Library.

bookThe next meeting:

Finding baby Holly
by Holly Marie

Henryville Library
Wednesday, March 26
3:00-4:30 pm

upcoming:
April 30 - I know who you are
May 28 - Hell in the Heartland

The Cozy Mystery Bookclub

Enjoy a fun read that engages your mind and entertains. This bookclub features the cozy mystery genre. Meetings are monthly at Charlestown Library.

bookThe next meeting:

Charlestown Library
Tuesday, April 15
6:00 pm

Grounds for Murder by Tara Lush 


upcoming:
May 20 - Caramel pecan roll murder