Lawrenceburg library events in August

(LAWRENCEBURG, Ind.) -- Here are events happening at the Lawrenceburg Public Library District through the rest of August:

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., Aug. 18, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Adults. 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, Aug. 18, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Teens. 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., Aug. 19, 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 August is Looking for Salvation at the Dairy Queen by Susan Gregg Gilmore. 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, North Dearborn Branch Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Curated Conversations for Curious Minds: Inside the Oxbow -- Land, Water, & Wildlife: Join us to learn more about this local nature preserve and the impactful conservation efforts of Oxbow, Inc. 6 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 20, Hidden Valley Community Center. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com

Fingerprint Fireflies in a Jar: 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, Aug. 22. Preschool, school-age. 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 a Pikachu Pencil Holder! 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, Aug. 27, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. School-age. Free.

Book Chat- Becoming Madam Secretary: Book Chat is a monthly book discussion group. August’s book is Becoming Madam Secretary by Kate Quinn. 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, Lawrenceburg Main Library. Must register. Adults. Free. https://lawrenceburg.librarycalendar.com