Event List

Important Update Regarding Meeting Usage During Library Renovation

During 2026, we will be undergoing a renovation to better serve the people of Dearborn County. 

Due to the renovation, access to the Youth Services Department will be closed to the public during January and February. You will still be able to use the Ewbank Meeting Room throughout this closure, but our procedures for using the room have been modified:

  • Please enter the library via the High St. entrance. This entrance provides direct access to the Ewbank Meeting Room only. To access other areas of the library, you must use the Mary St. or Parking Lot entrances.
  • Once inside, please call our Adult Services Department at 812-537-2775 Ext. 1125. Let us know that you have arrived and provide your group's name. A staff member will come to unlock the room for your group.
  • If you need any assistance at any time during your meeting, please call 812-537-2775 Ext. 1125 and a staff member will come to help.
  • When your meeting has finished, please call 812-537-2775 Ext. 1125 again to let us know. Please leave your clipboard in the room. A staff member will come to lock the room and collect the clipboard. There is no need to wait for us.

We are excited to share our upgraded spaces with you once renovations are complete. In the meantime, we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve your library.

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Christmas Day

All Day
Lawrenceburg Public Library, Mobile Library, North Dearborn Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Lawrenceburg Public Library, Mobile Library, North Dearborn Branch, Virtual, Off Site

Learn to Quilt

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, New Adult, Adults

Have you ever wanted to learn how to quilt? Here is your chance. Learn some basics with experienced quilter Lorry Kirschner.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, New Adult, Adults
Registration Required
Program Description:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to quilt? Here is your chance. Learn some basics with experienced quilter Lorry Kirschner.

Chair Exercise

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room) at North Dearborn Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: North Dearborn Branch
Room: Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Program Description:

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.

New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Lawrenceburg Public Library, Mobile Library, North Dearborn Branch, Virtual, Off Site

Closed early. Hours of operation are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Closing
Branches:
Lawrenceburg Public Library, Mobile Library, North Dearborn Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

Closed early.

Hours of operation are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

New Year's Day

All Day
Lawrenceburg Public Library, Mobile Library, North Dearborn Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Lawrenceburg Public Library, Mobile Library, North Dearborn Branch, Virtual, Off Site

Genealogy Round Table

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mezzanine Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy/Local History
Age Group:
Adults

How Did They Die, and Why Does it Matter?

Learn how to trace your ancestors' final moments through death certificates, funeral programs, historical epidemics, and so much more.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy/Local History
Registration Required
Program Description:

How Did They Die, and Why Does it Matter?

Learn how to trace your ancestors' final moments through death certificates, funeral programs, historical epidemics, and so much more.

Take and Make: Make Your Popcorn 'POP'

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, New Adult, Adults

It is cold. The holiday season is over. Watching a movie while eating some popcorn sounds good.

Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Age Group: Teens, New Adult, Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Program Description:

It is cold. The holiday season is over. Watching a movie while eating some popcorn sounds good.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

New Year, New You

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adults

Kick off the year fresh with clean beauty essentials made by YOU, presented by Alyssa Buckhave and Nicki Haft.

In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create three everyday staples that support your wellness goals:

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Program Description:

Kick off the year fresh with clean beauty essentials made by YOU, presented by Alyssa Buckhave and Nicki Haft.

In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create three everyday staples that support your wellness goals:

All-IN

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room) at North Dearborn Branch
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: North Dearborn Branch
Room: Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Description:

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.

Bookies

Bookies: a new adult book club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mezzanine Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
New Adult

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!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Program Description:

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!

Disclaimer(s)

​​​​​​​Material Pickup Required

This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Reading Challenge

Register today for our reading challenges at:  https://lpld.beanstack.org.  

The Steps to Publishing Your Own Children's Book: Writing Your Story

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, New Adult, Adults

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, New Adult, Adults
Program Type: Art, Writing
Registration Required
Program Description:

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Chair Exercise

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room) at North Dearborn Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: North Dearborn Branch
Room: Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Program Description:

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.

In the Kitchen with Marcia

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room) at North Dearborn Branch
Program Type:
Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join Dearborn County Purdue Extensions Health and Human Sciences Educator,  Marcia Parcell, as she hosts and teaches a variety of cooking classes.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Dearborn Branch
Room: Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join Dearborn County Purdue Extensions Health and Human Sciences Educator,  Marcia Parcell, as she hosts and teaches a variety of cooking classes.

Creative Writers Guild

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mezzanine Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

The Creative Writers Guild is a support group for writers of all locales, genres, and skill levels. 

The theme/writing prompt for January is Unopened. But you are always welcome to share and write whatever you want!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing Group
Registration Required
Program Description:

The Creative Writers Guild is a support group for writers of all locales, genres, and skill levels. 

The theme/writing prompt for January is Unopened. But you are always welcome to share and write whatever you want!

The Hangry Kitchen: Tea Tasting

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Program Description:

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room) at North Dearborn Branch
Program Type:
Activities

Looking to trade some of your puzzles for some new ones? This is the event for you! Bring your puzzles to North Dearborn to trade with a fellow puzzler! Puzzles must be in good condition, in original box and no missing pieces.

Library Branch: North Dearborn Branch
Room: Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room)
Program Type: Activities
Program Description:

Looking to trade some of your puzzles for some new ones? This is the event for you! Bring your puzzles to North Dearborn to trade with a fellow puzzler! Puzzles must be in good condition, in original box and no missing pieces.

Snowman salt shaker craft made from a salt shaker, with white wooden ball and snowman face, scarf and buttons.

Take and Make: Salt Shaker Snowman

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teens, New Adult, Adults

If making the real deal is too cold, try this take and make salt shaker snowman craft No registration needed. while supplies last. 

Photo from: https://www.craftymorning.com

Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Age Group: Teens, New Adult, Adults
Program Type: Craft
Program Description:

If making the real deal is too cold, try this take and make salt shaker snowman craft No registration needed. while supplies last. 

Photo from: https://www.craftymorning.com

Keep It Sharp

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Activities
Age Group:
Adults

This interactive program consists of a variety of activities. The adult center offers a free lunch right before the program. The program is for seniors 65 and older. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Activities
Program Description:

This interactive program consists of a variety of activities. The adult center offers a free lunch right before the program. The program is for seniors 65 and older. 

Ed Gein

True Crime: Ed Gein

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Presentation
Age Group:
New Adult, Adults

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult, Adults
Program Type: Discussion, Presentation
Registration Required
Program Description:

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Let's Play Mah Jongg

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Game/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Game/Gaming
Registration Required
Program Description:

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

The Steps to Publishing Your Own Children's Book: Illustrating Your Story

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, New Adult, Adults

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Eleanor Ewbank Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, New Adult, Adults
Program Type: Art, Writing
Registration Required
Program Description:

***Anyone attending a program in the Ewbank Room during the month of January will need to enter through the doors on High Street due to construction. Thank you for your patience while improvements are made to the library building.

Chair Exercise

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room) at North Dearborn Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: North Dearborn Branch
Room: Dunevant Meeting Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Program Description:

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.

Kids building a LEGO car

LEGO Robotics Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Schoolage

This Month's Challenge: Build a robot that dances 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Schoolage
Program Type: STEM
Program Description:

This Month's Challenge: Build a robot that dances 

A white thin pointed paper star hanging from a white bark branch.

The Crafty Crew (ages 18-30)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mezzanine Meeting Room at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
New Adult

Welcome to The Crafty Crew- a  group for young adults ages 18 to 30 who want to hang out and craft! This month create paper stars. Must register.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lawrenceburg Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Program Description:

Welcome to The Crafty Crew- a  group for young adults ages 18 to 30 who want to hang out and craft! This month create paper stars. Must register.