Argos Public Library

Storytime
2025-03-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Join us for a storytime reading of Drew Daywalt’s “The Day The Crayons Quit”
“Poor Duncan just wants to color. But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit!”

Storytime
2025-03-25 14:30 - 15:30
Join us for a storytime reading of Drew Daywalt’s “The Day The Crayons Came Home”
‘Having soothed the hurt feelings of one group who threatened to quit, Duncan now faces a whole new group of crayons asking to be rescued.’

TNT
2025-03-26 12:00 - 16:00
We are celebrating ‘The Crayons’ by Drew Daylwalt all month long! TNT offers the creative Crayon Melting Art program for tweens and teens ages 11-17! Limited spots are available. Sign up now and choose your time slot:12 pm-3 pm (2 teens per hour slot)

Hot Takes
2025-03-27 18:00 - 20:00
Join our monthly adult book club for lively discussion and fun activities! We explore various genres, from thrillers to romance, and everything in between. Meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month at 6 pm. Book copies are available at the library.
This month’s book selection is: Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli. ‘Ruthless hunter Luca is tasked with capturing mysterious Ava, who controls reality. As they clash, their destinies intertwine in unexpected ways.’
This month’s activity is the viral book game ‘BYOB’ or Bring Your Own Book a game of borrowed phrases, where players search through books for text to take way out of context. Players take turns drawing prompts from the deck, then race to find the best phrase in their own book that satisfies the prompt.

Toddler Time
2025-04-01 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-04-15 11:30 - 12:30
Argos Public Library invites you to Toddler Time! Toddler Time offers a supportive environment where toddlers and their caregivers can gather for developmental activities and experiences. Toddler Time meets every other Tuesday in the month and is best suited for ages 0-36 months.

Needle Queens
2025-04-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-07 13:00 - 15:00
Needle Queens Stitchers group is for individuals interested in knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, quilting, or other types of needlework. The meetings take place in the Margaret Neff Meeting Room at 1:00 pm on the first and third Wednesdays of each month with stitching and visiting on the agenda. It is not necessary to be a patron of the library to participate.

Early Head Start Demonstration
2025-04-03 11:30 - 13:00
Join us at the Argos Public Library on April 3rd at 11:30am for an infant/toddler demonstration presented by Early Head Start!

TNT
2025-04-04 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-05-08 15:30 - 17:00
For Tweens and Teens ages 11-17, TNT features interactive programs offering unique experiences, learning and socialization through crafts, art and skill-building activities.

Storytime
2025-04-07 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-04-22 15:30 - 16:30

Bright Beginners
2025-04-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-23 13:00 - 14:00
Bright Beginners at Argos Public Library provides an enriching and interactive environment for children aged 3-5, focusing on essential skills such as early literacy, social development, and creativity preparing them for school through stories, music and movement.

Conversation Cafe
2025-04-11 11:00 - 13:00
Conversation Cafe invites adults 18 and above to engage in socialization and community building. Complimentary refreshments, including coffee and tea, will be provided, accompanied by open discussions and activities like puzzles, magazines, card games, and more for adults to participate in together. Conversation Cafe usually takes place monthly on the third Friday of the month, however this month we are closed for Good Friday. We will hold Conversation Cafe a week early on April 11th. Seniors and stay-at-home adults, are you looking for some social time and lively conversation? We’ve got just the program!

Library Closed
2025-04-18
Library will be closed 4/18 for Good Friday

Egg Hunt
2025-04-19 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for an Easter egg hunt around our children’s room!

Homeschool Hangout
2025-04-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-19 13:00 - 14:00
Homeschool families in the area are welcome to join our Homeschool Hangout. This monthly open hour enables local homeschool families to socialize, participate in games, and establish relationships. Please note the program is designed for children of school age, and parents are obligated to remain with children. Join us on the third Monday of the month.

APL Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-04-21 17:00 - 18:30

Hot Takes
2025-04-24 18:00 - 19:30
Join our monthly adult book club for lively discussion and fun activities! We explore various genres, from thrillers to romance, and everything in between. Meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month at 6 pm. Book copies are available at the library.
This month’s book selection is “In The Lives of Puppets” by TJ Klune. ‘An android navigates his existence while living with quirky robots and a puppet, blending adventure, survival, and heartwarming connections in a world of forgotten machines.’
This month we are hosting a DIY activity crafting Beaded Hook Bookmarks. Design and create your own unique bookmark with a beaded accent!
As we rely on the ILL book delivery system, unforeseen delays may impact our schedule. Alternate date will be Thursday, May 1st, 2025 at 6:00pm.

Your Library, Anywhere
2025-04-26 11:00 - 13:00
Learn about our digital resources Hoopla & Libby, and how to access them from anywhere!

Between the Lines
2025-04-28 15:30 - 17:00
Calling all 9th-12th graders! Join us for the launch of our high school book club, where we’ll dive into thrilling stories, explore new worlds, and share our thoughts.

Borrow a copy from the Argos Public Library and read it before the discussion!

Join us for an exciting afternoon of book talk, snacks, and fun!

Friends of the Library Spring Plant, Bake, and Book Sale
2025-05-03 10:00 - 13:00
Upcoming annual Friends Spring sale of plants, baked goods, and books. Donations of baked goods, canned items, plants, cuttings, plant pots, etc being accepted from 4/25-5/3. Please drop off at library.

Star Wars Celebration
2025-05-05 16:00 - 17:00
In a galaxy far, far away on May 5th (or Revenge of the Fifth, if you will) there is a party that is out of this world happening at 4pm. Join us for games, photo opportunity, story time and take home some galaxy slime!

Toddler Time
2025-05-06 11:30 - 12:30
Toddler Time offers a supportive environment where toddlers and their caregivers can gather for developmental activities and experiences, focusing on essential skills such as early literacy, social development, and creativity preparing them for school through stories, music and movement.. Toddler Time meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday in the month and is best suited for ages 0-5 years.

Mother's Day Celebration
2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on May 10th at 11am for a special celebration! We’ll share a heartwarming story, create a keepsake craft, and spend quality time with the mother figures in our lives.
All are welcome and we hope to see you there!

Conversation Cafe
2025-05-16 11:00 - 13:00
Conversation Cafe invites adults 18 and above to engage in socialization and community building. Complimentary refreshments, including coffee and tea, will be provided, accompanied by open discussions and activities like puzzles, magazines, card games, and more for adults to participate in together. Conversation Cafe takes place monthly on the third Friday of the month! Seniors and stay-at-home adults, are you looking for some social time and lively conversation? We’ve got just the program!
