July events at Lawrenceburg Library

(LAWRENCEBURG, Ind.) -- Here are events that are taking place at the Lawrenceburg Library during the month of July:

Story Hunts: Explore the library and earn some Summer Reading Challenge prize tickets with July's Story Hunts. The story at the Lawrenceburg Main Library will be Story Hunt: Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug by Jonathan Stutzman and at North Dearborn Branch Library Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones by Susan Lendroth. During open hours. All ages. Free.

Summer LEGO Building Contest: Create a dinosaur-themed scene with LEGOs to celebrate the summer reading challenge Unearth a Story. Stop by the main library to pick up the rules and release form. Deadline is Sat., July 18. Every participant will receive a mini LEGO figure. Top three entries as voted on by staff will receive a LEGO building kit. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Build Your Own 3D T-Rex: Do you love dinosaurs? Come build your own 3-D T-Rex on the 3-D printer in the Lawrenceburg Public Library District’s Innov812 Workshop. Choose the color of your T-Rex and watch as the design comes to life. Once completed, punch out the pieces and build your T-Rex. Various times and dates available for appointments in July at the Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Free.  https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Take & Make: Patriotic Sun Catcher: Let your creativity shine this summer!  Stop by the Lawrenceburg Main Library and grab a Patriotic Sun Catcher Take & Make Kit—perfect for teens who want a quick, fun craft to do at home. Each kit includes everything you need to create a red, white, and blue design that will catch the sunlight and brighten your space. While supplies last, so don’t miss out! Starts 9 a.m. Weds., July 1, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Summer Explorers Story Time @L’burg: Children will hear songs and stories on a variety of themes while developing early literacy and language skills and complete a fun craft or activity! Designed for children ages 3-6, but older and younger children are welcome. Kindly RSVP with online registration if possible. 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, 8, 15 & 22, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Registration encouraged. Infants, preschool. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Chair Exercise: Become stronger by participating in video-led chair exercise routines. Chosen videos will focus on helping to improve mobility, strengthen daily life functions, and start a new fitness routine. Program is weekly but join at any time. 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, North Dearborn Branch Library. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

LEGO Builder’s Club: Test your LEGO skills at the library with a building challenge! Participants will be given a theme and one hour to design and build a creation based on the theme. LEGOs are provided by the library, and each participant can pick out a small prize at the end of the challenge. The theme for this month is: build a map of the United States! 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Weds., July 1, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

In the Kitchen with Marcia: Come to the library to learn some new recipes and make new friends! Bring a sample (but not required) for the theme of the month. Taste and talk about food. July’s topic is Vegan/Nondairy. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Weds., July 1, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Summer Explorers Story Time @North Dearborn: Children will hear songs and stories on a variety of themes while developing early literacy and language skills and complete a fun craft or activity! Designed for children ages 3-6, but older and younger children are welcome. Kindly RSVP with online registration if possible. 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, North Dearborn Branch Library. Registration encouraged. Infants, preschool. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Make Your Own America Flag: Celebrate America 250 by making your own American Flag out of paint stir sticks! All supplies will be provided by the library! 2 p.m. Thurs., July 2, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. School-age. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Diamond Painting- Patriotic Coasters: Where will you place your drink this Fourth of July holiday? Diamond paint your own patriotic coaster! 6 p.m. Thursday, July 2, at Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Keep Calm and … Go Earthing: Discover the multitude of health benefits of Earthing and experience the grounding sensations of the Earth first-hand as we relax and do some Earthing in the main garden. Presented by Jenny Flannery. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thurs., July 2, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults, teens. Free.  https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Hoosiers and Their Hooch: Perspectives on Prohibition: Lawrenceburg Public Library District will host the Indiana Historical Society traveling exhibit Hoosiers and Their Hooch: Perspectives on Prohibition. The exhibit spans the dawn of the temperance movement of the 1900s, the roaring 1920s and the unprecedented repeal of a constitutional amendment during the Great Depression. Starts Fri., July 3,  Lawrenceburg Main Library. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Tech and Treats: Join us for a summer of tasty treats and exciting technology with Tech and Treats at the library. Each week, kids will make a project with one of the technologies from our Innov812 Workshop and learn how to make a tasty treat! 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, July 3 & 10, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Second to sixth grade. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Take & Make- Dinosaur Origami: Come pick out your favorite Dinosaur T-Rex, Brachiosaurus, Triceratops and make your very own origami dinosaur! Supplies are limited. Starts 9 a.m. Mon., July 6, Lawrenceburg Main Library and North Dearborn Branch Library. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Pages in the Park: Read books, sing songs, and have fun (all while building early literacy skills) with Christine from the Lawrenceburg Public Library District Outreach Department. 10 a.m. Tues., July 7 & 21, Homestead Park, Greendale. No registration needed. Rain or shine. Infants, preschool. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

ALL IN: ALL IN is designed to encourage adults with intellectual/developmental difficulties and their families and caregivers to feel comfortable navigating the library and communicating with staff. Enjoy a snack, craft, and get to know and explore the library. 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, North Dearborn Branch Library. No registration needed. Adults. Free.

Terrific Tuesday: Cool Critters: Not Your Average Petting Zoo!: Join Cool Critters Outreach for a fun and educational take on a petting zoo featuring reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and more! Tuesday, July 7. 2 p.m. Lawrenceburg Civic Park and 6 p.m. North Dearborn Branch Library. No registration needed. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Teen Drop-In Gaming: Level up your evening at the library! Stop by the Teen Room for a drop-in gaming night featuring our brand new Switch2, snacks, and plenty of fun. Play solo, challenge a friend, or team up- multiplayer games for up to four players at a time mean there’s room for everyone. Come anytime during the listed hours and game at your own pace! 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

D&D at the Library: Calling all adventurers! Join us on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. Welcome to new players and veterans alike! We offer a friendly, low-pressure environment for anyone who wants to play D&D. We provide character sheets, dice, and snacks, but feel free to bring your own. Participants under the age of 18 must provide a release form signed by a parent or legal guardian, and anyone under 13 years old must have an accompanying responsible adult. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tues., July 7, 14, 21 & 28, Lawrenceburg Main Library. No registration needed. All ages. Free. 

Bookies Book Club: Are you 18-30? Are you looking to read and discuss books with people your age? Do you love sweets? Then the “Bookies” New Adult Book Club is for you! On the first Tuesday of each month to read new, popular releases, discuss what you read and eat sweets. We will read Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan. 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Lawrenceburg Main Library. The August book is The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett. Must register. New Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

The Crafty Crew: Welcome to The Crafty Crew- a group for new adults ages 18 to 30 who want to hang out and craft. Create seed bead bracelets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8. Registration is required so we know how many supplies are needed. Lawrenceburg Main Library. New Adults (Ages 18 to 30). Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Creative Writers Guild: The Creative Writers Guild is a support group for writers of all locales, genres, and skill levels. You are always welcome to share and write whatever you want. Must register. 6:30 p.m. Thurs., July 9, L’burg Main Library. Adults. Free. 

Insects in “Amber”: Recreate a creature frozen in time, only this craft can be created in a lot less time than millions of years. Join the Lawrenceburg Public Library District Mobile Library at the Lawrenceburg Farmers & Artisans Market, 127 Short St., Lawrenceburg. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 11. Preschool, school-age. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

All Shapes and Sizes: Indiana’s Ferns: Learn about Roger Hedge's fascination with Indiana's approximately 80 species of ferns and what makes them different from other plants. Registration is requested, not required. Hedge is a retired field ecologist from the Indiana Natural Heritage Data Center's DNR Division of Nature Preserves. Since retirement he has  he has conducted some botanical fieldwork as a consultant and worked with the Friesner Herbarium at Butler University. 11 a.m. Sat., July 11, Lawrenceburg Main Library. No registration needed. All ages. Free.

Take and Play- Fox and Geese (A Game of the 1700s): According to the Museum of the American Revolution, life at sea in the Revolutionary War aboard a ship meant long periods of boredom interspersed with brief moments of terrifying battles and storms. How would you have entertained yourself? One common game, fox and geese, is similar to checkers and easy to play anywhere! Supplies are limited. Starts 9 a.m. Mon., July 13, Lawrenceburg Main Library and North Dearborn Branch Library. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Keep It Sharp: Keep It Sharp is presented by the Lawrenceburg Public Library District outreach department at the Dearborn Adult Center, Lawrenceburg. Meet new people and exercise your brain! This interactive program consists of a variety of activities including but not limited to; trivia, name that tune, humor, and fill in the blank. The adult center offers a free lunch right before the program. The program is for seniors 65 and older. No registration needed. Noon to 1 p.m. Mon., July 13, Dearborn Adult Center, Lawrenceburg. Seniors 65+. Free

Teen Crafternoon- Wire Wrapped Pendants: Get wrapped up in creativity at Teen Crafternoons and make your own wire-wrapped pendant! Choose a polished stone or a shark tooth and learn how to wrap it with wire to create a unique piece of jewelry you can wear or gift. No experience needed—everything you need will be provided. Come hang out, get crafty, and leave with something awesome you made yourself! 2 p.m. Mon., July 13, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Must Love Crafts Club: Patriotic Rearview Mirror and Beverage Cup Charms: Welcome to the Must Love Crafts Club! This will be a relaxed atmosphere with the library providing the craft, but the crafters will be expected to work on their own, supporting each other as needed.  Only crafters age 18 and older will be permitted to participate. What is the craft this month? Patriotic Rearview Mirror and Beverage Cup Charms! 6 p.m. Monday, July 13, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com 

Let’s Play Mah Jongg: Want to play American mah jongg? Join a group playing and learning together. All skill levels welcome! Noon to 2 p.m. Tues., July 14 & 28, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Terrific Tuesday: Honey Hill Farm: Get ready for some furry fun! The Honey Hill Farm Mobile Petting Zoo is coming to the library! Cuddle with chickens, quack with ducks, and meet a whole barnyard of adorable animals, including a sheep, an alpaca, goats, and even a miniature horse or donkey. There will be opportunities to feed some of our feathered and fluffy friends. Don't miss this hootin' and hollerin' good time!" Tuesday, July 14. 2 p.m. Lawrenceburg Main Library and 6 p.m. North Dearborn Branch Library. No registration needed. All ages. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Historical Book Club: Take a book back in time!  This month, we will be reading By the Fire We Carry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land, by Rebecca Nagle. A powerful work of American history that braids the story of the forced removal of Native Americans onto treaty lands in the nation’s earliest days, and a small-town murder in the 1990s that led to a Supreme Court ruling reaffirming Native rights to that land more than a century later. 10 a.m. Weds., July 15, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Grand Re-Opening: During the first six months of the year, parts of the Lawrenceburg Main Library closed due to ongoing renovations. We would love you to see and celebrate the changes and improvements with us during a special Grand Re-Opening Celebration 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Weds., July 15, Lawrenceburg Main Library. There will be music during the first hour plus light refreshments, crafts and giveaways during the entire open house. A ribbon cutting is planned for 4:30 p.m. We hope to see you there! All ages. Free.  https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Board Together: Come play some tabletop/card games at the library! There will be an assortment of games to choose from. Discover a new favorite or sharpen your skills on an already familiar game while engaging with other game enthusiasts! 5:30 p.m. Weds., July 15, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Book for Dessert: Discuss the book for the month while enjoying dessert. The book for July is The Bodyguard by Katherine Center. 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 16, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Book Buzz- Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder: Journey back in time for an adventure filled with covered wagons, log cabins, and 1800s prairie life with this month's Book Buzz meeting featuring Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Make a no sew quilt, and snack on some cornbread. Registration required. Books will be available to pick up from the Youth Services help desk starting in June. 4 p.m. Thursday, July 16, Lawrenceburg Main Library. School-age. Must register. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

DIY: Dino Bead bracelet, earrings or necklace: Create your own Dino Bead Bracelet, Earrings or Necklace using some special charms and beads that fit the theme for this year's summer reading challenge. 6 p.m. Thursday, July 16, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults, teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

LEGO Robotics Club: Test your Lego Robotics skills at the library. Using Lego WeDo kits, see if you can build a car that can go forward, backward, and steer around obstacles. Robotics kits are provided! 1 p.m. Fri., July 17, Lawrenceburg Main Library. School-age. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Barks & Books: Sit. Stay. Read! Dogs make great listeners, and reading out loud to them can improve reading comprehension and confidence. Grab a book and take a paws to read out loud to a trained therapy dog! Dogs are handled by volunteers from Pet Partners of Greater. 11 a.m. Sat., July 18, North Dearborn Branch Library and Lawrenceburg Main Library. All ages. Free.  https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

The Hangry Kitchen- Frozen Treats: From ice cream in-a-bag to lemon sorbet, this chillin' program is a hands-on celebration of National Ice Cream Month. Discover the fun of making your own frozen treats while saving money with The Hangry Cookbook author Susan Ray. 11 a.m. Sat., July 18, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults, teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Teen Crafternoon- Insect in Amber Soaps: Life finds a way… especially at Teen Crafternoons! Create your own prehistoric-inspired “insect in amber” soap using melt-and-pour soap and plastic bugs that look like they’ve been perfectly preserved for millions of years. In this hands-on craft, you’ll trap your specimen in golden soap just like something you might see in a certain dinosaur-themed science lab. All supplies are provided—just bring your creativity and prepare for a craft that’s 65 million years in the making. 1:30 p.m. Mon., July 20, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Beginner’s Knitting: Have you always wanted to learn to knit? Now is your chance! Join local knitter, Debbie, to learn basic knitting, while making your own scarf! Participants will need to bring a size 13 knitting needle and 1 skein of yarn. Each month participants will learn more, but new participants welcome to join any time. 2 p.m. Tues., July 21, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Intro to Craft Beer: Join Caleb Ochs-Naderer, Professor and Program Chair of the Brewing Science Program at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, for a hoppy hour of discovery as we dive into the fascinating world of craft beer! In this engaging presentation, you'll unlock the secrets behind your favorite brews. Learn to identify the essential ingredients that make beer truly exceptional, and discover how each element contributes its unique flavor and character. We'll explore the art and science of brewing through five key steps – from mash to glass – and you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the craft as we tie each ingredient directly to its role in the brewing process. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just curious about the magic in your mug, this session promises to leave you with a thirst for knowledge – and maybe a craving for a cold one! 6 p.m. Tues., July 21, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Soil Health Workshop: Healthy soil is the foundation of many living organisms, making crucial for plants, animals, and humans. Join Dearborn County Soil and Water Conservation District to discuss soil health systems you can be implementing on your own land to create a successful ecosystem. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Weds., July 22, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Pokémon Club: Ready to become the next great Pokémon Trainer? Expand your Pokémon knowledge at this month's meeting by playing the card game and making an optional craft: Pokémon flextangles. If you’re new to the world of Pokémon, you’ll have the opportunity to learn the basics of this fun trading card game during the meeting. Already an expert? You can bring some friends and practice your skills! Cards are available to use, or bring your own deck. There will also be an opportunity to trade cards at the end of each meeting. 4 p.m. Thursday, July 23, Lawrenceburg Main Library. No registration needed. School-age.  Free.

Dinosaur Bracelets: Bracelet yourself- dinosaur jewelry. You'll become attached to how much you will love adding this piece to your accessory collection. Join the Lawrenceburg Public Library District Mobile Library at the Lawrenceburg Farmers & Artisans Market, 127 Short St., Lawrenceburg. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 25. Preschool, school-age. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Story Sprouts: Join the Lawrenceburg Public Library District for a morning story time at the SEI Community Gardens, no registration required. 10 a.m. Sat., July 25, SEI Community Gardens, 19 E. William St., Lawrenceburg. Infants, preschool. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

MUFON: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base: Indiana MUFON (Mutual UFO Network) regularly investigates local aerial anomalies and tracks historic Midwestern sightings. A frequent topic in this region is the enduring legend connecting Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in nearby Dayton, Ohio, to historic UFO lore. 1 p.m. Sat., July 25, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Book Chat- The Briar Club: Book Chat is a monthly book discussion group. July’s book is The Briar Club by Kate Quinn. 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 27, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Learn to Quilt: Have you ever wanted to learn how to quilt? Here is your chance. Learn some basics with experienced quilter Lorry Kirschner. 6 p.m. Monday, July 27, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults, teens. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

The Dry Decade: A Noble Experiment: Step back into the roaring 1920s, when the U.S. went dry, but the party didn’t stop. Join us as we uncork the stories of clever bootleggers, secretive speakeasies, and the lawmen chasing them across borders. Discover how Prohibition reshaped society in ways that were anything but sober. 3 p.m. Thurs., July 30, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com