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SUMMARY:Festival 451Indy: Multilingual Read-Aloud
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Indy Reads for our annual Multilingual Read-Aloud in partnership with Ray Bradbury Center! \n\n\n\nOne of Festival 451indy’s most beloved traditions returns! Join community members as they bring stories to life in languages from around the world\, celebrating the cultural richness of Indianapolis. This event honors the voices and narratives that shape our shared literary future and reflects Bradbury’s meditation on memory\, identity\, and belonging.  \n\n\n\nLearn more and register for this year’s Multilingual Read-Aloud here.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/festival-451indy-multilingual-read-aloud/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Expo at Indy Reads
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads on Saturday\, September 27\, 12pm-2pm to meet Indiana authors\, buy local books\, and have those books signed!\n\n\nJoin local authors for our next Author Expo on Saturday\, September 27\, 12pm-2pm! \nThese expos are free events for authors and attendees where local authors meet the community and offer signings for a 2-hour period. \nEach author is provided a table\, which will be their space to converse\, market\, and sign their works during the expo. \nFeatured Authors for September 2025 \nJ.M. Williger \nTony Spataro \nK. R. S. McEntire \nCaleb Clark \nSavannah J. Goins \nBecome an Author for the Expo! \nThose interested in participating in an Author Expo must be willing to have their books sold on consignment through Indy Reads. If you are interested in being a featured author during an Author Expo\, please visit www.indyreads.org/submit-an-event. Our next Author Expo is in a few short months! \n\n\n\nAbout J.M. Williger \nJ. M. Williger\, a new author originally from Porter\, Indiana\, makes his debut with The Rites of Iron\, the first novel in The Trials of Gnash series. Before he started writing fantasy\, J.M. earned his bachelor’s in Kinesiology from Indiana University. After that\, he spent some time working with IU Health Bloomington’s Cardiopulmonary Rehab Program\, before moving to Indianapolis\, where he now works with ATI Physical Therapy. \nAbout The Rites of Iron \nThe Rushali Desert is many things–a swirling tempest of red sand\, an arid landscape scoured by incredible heat\, and a breeding ground for dangerous beasts. But for Gnash\, a young warrior raised in a tribe of wandering nomads\, the desert is simply home. \nThrough the Rites of Iron\, a coming-of-age ceremony for young warriors in his tribe\, Gnash discovers what it means to be truly strong as he fights through the perils of his desolate homeland. \n \nAbout K. R. S. McEntire \nK. R. S. McEntire hails from the generation that dashed through platform 9 ¾\, fell in love with vegetarian vampires and motorcycle-riding werewolves\, and helped take down a \ncorrupt government during the Hunger Games. With a background in Journalism and Public Relations\, McEntire is always sharing stories. She runs the Facebook page Diverse Books With Magic\, where she promotes diversity in speculative fiction. She is the author of the YA dystopian trilogy The Eden Saga and the NA fantasy A Dance of Blood and Destiny. McEntire lives in Indianapolis with her husband and two sons. Connect with her online at krsmcentire.com. \nAbout Saving Eden\nSixteen-year-old Angela thinks she and her father are the last survivors on Earth. She dreams of adventure and romance but only finds it in books. In the confines of her garden paradise\, she’s untouched by contaminants that caused the rest of humanity to mutate into murderous beasts or die. But the lure of the outside world is irresistible. \nWhen a seventeen-year-old boy stumbles upon Angela’s home with news about a thriving community\, she dares to leave her garden for the first time. The dystopian society that she finds is deadlier than she expected\, and the wardens tasked with protecting the settlement have murderous secrets. Does she have what it takes to stay alive and save humanity in the process? \nThe Hunger Games meets The Darkest Minds in a thrilling coming-of-age adventure. \nAbout That Girl Who Ran Off and Kissed a Vampire \nEighteen-year-old Raven has always had a plan: college\, a stable job\, and marriage to her high school sweetheart—all within the safe boundaries of her comfort zone. As a neurodivergent girl adopted into a family of high achievers\, she understands the importance of stability. But when a single disastrous day leaves her without a job\, her best friend\, or her boyfriend\, Raven’s carefully planned future unravels. \nDesperate for a fresh start\, Raven takes a leap of faith in the form of a mysterious job offer that lands her in a magical realm where humans coexist with fae\, dragons\, vampires\, and other fantastical creatures.  Her unlikely guide is Hunter\, a snarky and secretive vampire who insists her bloodline holds the key to breaking an ancient curse. \nReluctantly\, Raven agrees to help\, embarking on a quest filled with impromptu hip-hip concerts in medieval taverns\, sassy talking unicorns\, and growing feelings for Hunter. But as sparks fly\, so do her suspicions about his true intentions. To save a kingdom—and herself—Raven must uncover the secrets of her heritage and decide if she’s willing to risk everything for a magical world and a love that feels too impossible to be real. \n \nAbout Tony Spataro \nTony Spataro grew up in rural Indiana before moving to Fort Wayne for college\, finally landing in Indianapolis where he has lived for more than 20 years. He is a fine artist\, a writer and a self-proclaimed music and coffee snob. His collection of new and used vinyl is one of his most prized possessions. \nHe has dealt with anxiety\, depression and spiraling thoughts for most of his life but through therapy and his art\, he manages it. He has come to embrace his mental health as a part of his life and not something he has to battle daily. \nHe has been married to his wonderful wife for more than 15 years and they have two creative kids together. They reside on the northeast side of Indy. \nTony Spataro published his first book\, My. Mind. Races. in 2021 and since that time has been published in several books and recently released his new poetry collection\, Little.Controlled.Fires. \nTony is a co-founder of the poetry/writers collective\, Indy Untitled (@indyuntitled)\, which hosts an open mic/workshop and published its first poetry zine in early 2025. \nYou can find more about him on Instagram @little.controlled.fires \nAbout My. Mind. Races.   \nMy mom\, Diane\, died when I was only 6\, from cancer. This one event shaped much of who I’d become over the next 40-some years. Who knows how my life would have been different had this terrible disease not taken her from me? I consider it sometimes\, but don’t ponder too long. Frankly\, if I’m being honest\, I am happy with who I’ve become. Sure\, I struggle with depression\, anxiety and other mental issues that come with a less-than-ideal childhood. But I’ve come to learn to not only deal with them\, but I also now have the tools to overcome them. That wasn’t always the case. I don’t know if my mind ever stood a chance. \nMy. Mind. Races. is a deeply personal look into love unrequited\, depression\, anxiety and struggles with alcoholism. Coming to terms with my own issues. In between the poems\, I’ve included some complex doodles created especially for this book. These doodles represent my mind\, giving you a feel for how it “races.” Feel free to color them in and tag me on social media. Let me see what you’ve come up with. You can find me on Instagram @little.controlled.fires. \nI want this book to be a starting point for conversations about your own struggles. This isn’t an end game\, but a beginning. I can tell you\, putting your heart out in the world is one of the hardest things you’ll ever do\, but I truly believe that if those who struggle with mental health issues don’t speak up\, others will feel alone in their own pain. Share your story! You never know when someone else needs to hear it. \nAbout Little.Controlled.Fires \nLittle.Controlled.Fires. is my post-covid journey from hitting rock bottom to finding life after a mental health breakdown. The aftershocks of the pandemic were hard felt and long lasting. During this time\, I saw my anxiety and depression start to consume me in ways I never thought possible. I lost my father and others who were close to me and my family. I was in my darkest period\, but it was through therapy and writing that I saw a light and a path forward. I found myself rediscovering what makes me happy. I challenged myself to embrace the me I was meant to be\, looked at art as a weapon and a shield\, and decided to start living fully. \nIt is my hope that my words will help others know that you are not alone. \n \nCaleb Clark is an independent author of dark fantasy and horror. His first novella\, Tanner’s Place\, comes out this fall. \nAside from writing\, Caleb enjoys painting and playing Warhammer\, rambling about books\, and teaching his kids about the dark arts (trading card games). \nAbout Tanner’s Place \nLooking for a clean start far from the modernity of Attimus\, Esha and her bodyguard Nur’rosh have taken a new job. Far to the north\, the pair finds themselves in a rundown village called Tanner’s Place\, and it’s clear the townsfolk aren’t fond of outsiders. \nOn the night of the Reaper’s Moon\, Esha and Nur must fend off the faceless demons in the woods and the ones they carry within. But nobody leaves Tanner’s Place alive. In fact\, no one leaves at all. \n \nSavannah J. Goins is the author of multiple sweet\, swoony\, and spice-free YA fantasy novels. While working at an exotic animal clinic\, she came in contact with both tiger and dragon blood more than once. Whether she has magical abilities as a result is yet to be determined. When not writing\, she hangs out with her family\, draws zentangles\, and helps homeless dragons find forever homes in the real world by volunteering with an exotic animal rescue. \nAbout The Gwythienian (Odan Terridor Trilogy\, Book 1)  \nWhen turning invisible at her high school attracts unexpected attention from another world\, Enzi’s drawn into a fight for survival in a magical realm. \nWhile she’s busy missing her dad on another lonely birthday\, bullies pick that moment to notice she’s alive. She tries her new trick of turning invisible and heads home early. \nThere\, she finds a letter she wasn’t meant to read and discovers that her mom’s been lying to her for years. She has to know the truth. There’s a connection between the letter and her ability to turn invisible\, which summons a dragon from another world into hers. \nWhen the dragon demands her help to save his realm from ruin\, she’d trade her old high school problems for this mess any day. But with another more devious dragon on their trail\, she can’t turn back now. Whether she likes it or not\, she has a magical realm to save-if she doesn’t die trying. \nFull of magic\, mystery\, and slow-burn feels\, this YA portal fantasy adventure is perfect for readers who enjoy no-spice romance\, talking animals\, and female protagonists finding their true strength. \nAbout Whisper of Weapons (Castors of Wrynford\, Book 1)  \nIf she succeeds\, the life of her dreams is within reach. If she fails\, she loses everything. \nSixteen-year-old Mella’s future among the aristocracy of her medieval city rests on a single test to produce a strong and beautiful animal familiar. However\, when she fails to produce any creature at all\, she loses everything in one crushing blow. \nBut then she gets a second chance. \nWorking with teenagers from the lowliest of places\, Mella begins to learn that status isn’t everything. With their help\, she trains an impressive avian in the shadows and passes her off as her familiar. \nShe’s constantly terrified someone might realize the creature isn’t what she seems. \nIf they’re caught\, the avian’s life will be forfeit and Mella will lose her new friends and the last hope of a future she has left. \nIf you like cutthroat competitions\, medieval settings\, and found family\, you’ll love Whisper of Weapons! \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/author-expo-at-indy-reads/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Indy Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly book club on the last Sunday of each month at 4pm! Let’s dive into some great conversations together!\n\n\nThe Indy Reads Book Club features a variety of authors and book genres and is open to the public. If you are a book lover looking for space to have some great conversations around some great books\, or someone who is looking to expand their reading list\, we want to chat with you! \nHosted by Gya Torres and Casey Culp\, our monthly book club is intended to be a fun\, easy space to chat about what we love about our Book of the Month. Pick up a copy at Indy Reads for 15% off and then join us on the last Sunday of each month at 4pm to discuss! Join us for one discussion or all of them! \nThis monthly event is recommended for adults age 18+. \nProceeds from sales at Indy Reads support our English literacy programming for more than 400 adult learners each year. \n\n\n\n2025 Book Club Reading List:  \nJanuary: All About Love by Bell Hooks  \nFebruary: Rise to the Sun by Leah Johnson  \nMarch: Women and Other Monsters by Jess Zimmerman  \nApril: Bursting at the Seams by Chantel Massey  \nMay: The Great Displacement by Jake Bittle  \nJune: Queering Contemplations by Cassie Hall  \nJuly: Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa \nAugust: You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria  \nSeptember:  The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison  \nOctober: Nothing Special by Katie Cook \nNovember:  Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer \nDecember: No Book  \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/the-indy-reads-book-club-20/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Veterans' Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 2 at 6pm\, we will host the Department of Veterans Affairs for an Open Mic on the Indy Reads stage. \n\n\n\nVeterans share their creative writing offering personal perspectives shaped by service\, resilience\, and life beyond the uniform. Through poetry\, short stories and personal essays\, writers bring to light experiences that are both deeply personal and universally human. The event is a celebration of storytelling\, community\, and the healing power of words. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \n\n\n\nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n\n\n\n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n\n\n\n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/veterans-open-mic/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drag Story Hour with Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie!
DESCRIPTION:Join Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie for our Drag Story Hour!  Fun for the entire family!\n\n\nThe Event \nDrag Story Hour uses the art of drag in children’s story hours to spread literacy\, love\, and acceptance! Join Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie as they capture the imagination and play of the gender fluidity of childhood and give kids a glamorous and positive role model. This is a family-friendly event\, and all ages are welcome! \n\n\n\nPrince Brentlee (he/they) is the drag pop sensation of Indianapolis that has more energy than a can of Red Bull spiked with a 5hr energy. They are always filled to brim with unicorn energy and enjoy spending each story hour with their little royal friends. Their favorite book as a kid was Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein.  \n\n\n\nAqua MarieHey my name is Aqua Marie. She/her are my pronouns in drag. I have been doing Drag since November 2023. I have helped with the Indy Drag Theater with a few productions. I have my B.S. in Early Childhood Administration\, so I have a huge passion for reading stories with children. I love that I get to use this to bring two of my passions together and share that with others! \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay What You Can — Here’s what your Suggested Donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay What You Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
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LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Riot Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:For October\, we’re reading Too Soon by Betty Shamieh! \n\n\n\nWe will meet at Indy Reads\, as usual. To get to the room\, pass the checkout counter\, go down the hall\, and take a left. Masks welcome\, but not mandatory. \n\n\n\nAbout the Riot Reads Book Club \n\n\n\nInterested in reading books by authors whose voices are often pushed to the margins? Join this book club focusing on books about social justice from authors who know what they’re talking about. Topics include culture\, disability\, politics\, race\, religion\, sexuality\, sex and gender\, socioeconomic status\, and anything else we want to put on the table. \n\n\n\nWe understand that life gets busy. And we also get that\, for many of us\, talking about books is a launching pad to talk about the things most important to us. So\, even if you haven’t had a chance to finish the book (or even get that far into it…)\, please feel free to join us for a lively discussion. Anyone is welcome! \n\n\n\nAbout Too Soon by Betty Shamieh \n\n\n\nArabella gets an unexpected chance at love when she’s thrust into a conflict and history she’s tried to avoid all her life. \n\n\n\nZoya is playing matchmaker for her last unmarried granddaughter and stirring up buried memories. \n\n\n\nNaya is keeping a secret from her children that will change all their lives. \n\n\n\nThirty-five-year-old Arabella\, a New York theatre director whose dating and career prospects are drying up\, is offered an opportunity to direct a risqué cross-dressing interpretation of a Shakespeare classic—that might garner international attention—in the West Bank. Her mother\, Naya\, and grandmother\, Zoya\, hatch a plot to match her with Aziz\, a Palestinian American doctor volunteering in Gaza. Arabella agrees to meet Aziz\, since her growing feelings for Yoav\, a celebrated Israeli American theatre designer\, seem destined for disaster… \n\n\n\nWith biting hilarity\, Too Soon introduces us to a trio of bold and unforgettable voices. This dramatic saga follows one family’s epic journey fleeing war-torn Jaffa in 1948\, chasing the American Dream in Detroit and San Francisco in the sixties and seventies\, hustling in the New York theatre scene post-9/11\, and daring to stage a show in Palestine in 2012. Upon learning one of them is living on borrowed time\, the three women fight to live\, make art\, and love on their own terms. A funny\, sexy\, and heart-wrenching literary debut\, Too Soon illuminates our shared history and asks\, how can we set ourselves free?
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/riot-reads-book-club-18/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Writers Night with Pen to Paper
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads and Pen to Paper for a bimonthly writing workshop on the first and third Saturdays from 4:30-6:30 pm.\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads and Pen to Paper for this bimonthly writing workshop from 4:30-6:30 pm on the first and third Saturdays of the month. \nThis workshop is recommended for ages 18+ \nLearn More about Pen to Paper\n\n\nMeet the Pen to Paper \nWe write. We share. We live. \nPen to Paper is Indy’s most notorious coterie of misfit writers. \n\n\nWhat We Do \nIn its simplest form\, we write stuff\, share it with each other\, and talk about it. \nWe critique each other’s written material and provide creative support\, constructive criticism\, and sage advice. \n\n\nWho May Join \nIf you write\, you may join. Even if you don’t write\, give us a whirl (as long as you provide us with homemade cookies and lemonade). \nWe accept people at all skill levels\, from the doe-eyed novice to the experts. \nIf you want to write or improve your writing\, then you’ve come to the right place! \nWe critique all manner of writing\, be it fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry\, travelogues\, technical manuals … if it has words\, we’ll read it. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/writers-night-with-pen-to-paper-26/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251005T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20250919T190008Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading: Daniel Lassell and Ruben Quesada
DESCRIPTION:Join Daniel Lassell and Ruben Quesada on Sunday\, October 5 at 1:30pm for a reading\, discussion\, and signing of their works. \n\n\n\nThere will be a reading\, discussion\, Q&A session\, and a signing to follow. \n\n\n\nThis event is recommended for ages 16+. \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from book sales at Indy Reads support our English literacy programming for nearly 500 adult students and their families each year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaniel Lassell is the author of Spit\, winner of the Wheelbarrow Books Poetry Prize\, and two chapbooks\, Ad Spot and The Emptying Earth. His poems have appeared in Prairie Schooner\, Arkansas International\, Colorado Review\, Birmingham Poetry Review\, and Poet Lore. Raised in Kentucky\, he now lives in Bloomington\, Indiana.  \n\n\n\nAbout Frame Inside a Frame \n\n\n\nFrame Inside a Frame by Daniel Lassell explores the boundaries\, overlaps\, and portals of memory and seeking. Lassell’s collection is wildly surprising at every turn\, greeting readers with visceral childhood memories\, gritty landscapes of climate collapse\, a quirky neighbor transfixed on love\, a sexual predator who breaks into homes\, a bat that disrupts sleep\, a llama that bites off a man’s ear\, a dog that eats the family’s Thanksgiving turkey\, farmers condemning their machinery to rot in fields\, a cow carcass that washes up on a city’s waterfront park\, a hooligan feeding possums trash\, and pollen everywhere. Taken together\, Frame Inside a Frame is a constellation eyed toward the exploration of distance and meanings inherent within distance and proximity.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRuben Quesada edited the award-winning anthology Latinx Poetics: Essays on the Art of Poetry. His poetry and translations appear in the Best American Poetry series\, the New York Times Magazine\, Essential Queer Voices of U.S. Poetry\, and elsewhere. Ruben’s writing has received fellowships and grants from the American Literary Translators Association\, the Jentel Foundation\, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts\, and the Illinois Arts Council. His new poetry collection\, Brutal Companion\, won the Barrow Street Editors Prize and was recognized as A Notable Book of 2024 by the University of California. In the spring of 2025\, Steppenwolf Theater Company commissioned him to write a poem for Jordan Harrison’s The Antiquities.  \n\n\n\nAbout Brutal Companion (Barrow Street Press\, 2024) \n\n\n\nThe prize-winning Brutal Companion is a disturbing and visceral collection of poetry on identity\, sexuality\, bereavement\, and personal growth. Ruben Quesada’s lyrical intensity and vivid imagery delve into LGBT existence\, providing a fierce meditation on survival to wrest meaning and resilience from even the darkest places. Quesada grieves and celebrates human connection\, using nature to reflect the inner landscape. Using several poetic forms to stress trauma and desire\, Brutal Companion follows gay life in all its beauty and cruelty. Reviewers say the collection opens with brutal directness and continues a dedication to vulnerability and truth-telling that creates space for commonly silenced experiences.  \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \n\n\n\nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n\n\n\n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n\n\n\n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/poetry-reading-daniel-lassell-susan-l-leary-ruben-quesada/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251008T210000
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SUMMARY:Indy Actors' Playground
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these monthly play readings featuring a rotating cast of local actors on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm!\n\n\nHosted by Lou Harry and Kelsey Leigh Miller\, these play readings feature a rotating cast of local actors. No props\, no preparation\, just great actors selecting and reading the plays they’ve always wanted to perform. \nThis monthly event is on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm! Readings are appropriate for audiences aged 13+. \n\n\n\nThis Event is Pay-What-You-Can \nHere’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support! \nFor more information\, please email bookstore@indyreads.org. \nIndy Reads is a 501c3 nonprofit. Our mission is to empower adults and their families through literacy\, English language skills\, and job readiness programming. For more information about Indy Reads and the students we serve\, visit our website at indyreads.org.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-actors-playground-25/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251010T130000
DTSTAMP:20241111T175756Z
CREATED:20241111T175756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T175756Z
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SUMMARY:Indy Reads Volunteer Info Session\, In-Person
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Indy Reads Community! We are so excited to have you as a volunteer with us!\n\n\nThank you for your interest in volunteering with Indy Reads! Please click the link on this page to register for the Volunteer Info Session date you selected on the survey. \n \nIn-Person Sessions are at 12pm on every 2nd Friday!  \n \nIf you are interested in a Virtual Info Session\, those take place on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 6pm. You will need to register on the Virtual Info Session EventBrite.  \n \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to email volunteer@indyreads.org. \n\n\n\nWhile you’re here\, support Indy Reads by following our social media! \n \nFacebook\, Twitter\, Instagram. \n \nAlso\, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-volunteer-info-session-in-person-26/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251011T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20250917T165958Z
CREATED:20250917T165957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T165958Z
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SUMMARY:Pop-Up Poetry Stand: Joy Araujo
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of National Coming Out Day on Saturday\, October 11th\, 2025\, drop by the Pop-Up Poetry Stand presented by Hoosier poet Joy Araujo\, as she writes poems on the topic of your choice! \n\n\n\nLooking for the words to soothe your soul? Overflowing with queer joy? Searching for the words to help express your authentic self? Come to the Poetry Pop-Up Stand with a word\, a topic\, or concept and Joy will type a few lines for you at no-cost! The stand will be open from 11am-1pm and all you need to do is pop in! \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from book sales at Indy Reads support our English literacy programming for nearly 500 adult students and their families each year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoy Araujo is queer poet that enjoys writing about the intersection of spirituality\, sexuality and self-expression. She has a BA in Biblical Studies from Anderson University and an MS in Strategic Communication from Butler University. She works for a local nonprofit during the day and is working on a full-length manuscript of queer political poetry.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \n\n\n\nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n\n\n\n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n\n\n\n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/pop-up-poetry-stand-joy-araujo/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251011T190000
DTSTAMP:20241108T211908Z
CREATED:20241108T211856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T211908Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Workshop and Open Mic with IndyUntitled
DESCRIPTION:This monthly workshop/open mic hybrid is for the timid and confident\, the professional and the novice\, the performers and the spectators.\n\n\nThis workshop/open mic hybrid is for the timid and confident\, the professional and the novice\, the performers and the spectators. Our hope is through this event and our collective we empower all voices to come together. \n4-5pm Workshop: come with what you are working on or writing prompts can be provided5-5:30pm Break/Network5:30-7pm Open Mic \nThis monthly event is recommended for ages 13+. \nAll proceeds from purchases at Indy Reads directly support our adult education programming. \n\n\n\nIndyUntitled is an independent writers’ collective consisting of multi-talented individuals with a common goal of connecting our neighbors and friends through poetry. They strongly believe that access to free art and literacy is vital to the health and strength of our community. They aim to progress and uplift writers of all skill sets through workshops\, open mics\, and publication opportunities. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/writing-workshop-and-open-mic-with-indyuntitled-20/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251012T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20241111T182302Z
CREATED:20241111T182302Z
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SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation Circles
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads for Spanish language practice on the second Sunday of each month at 4pm! This program is open to all ages.\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads on the second Sunday of each month at 4pm to practice your Spanish language skills! Our volunteers and students will facilitate fun\, easy conversation in our community bookstore during this program. \nAll ages are welcome to attend! Spanish Conversation Circles are open to Indy Reads students\, their families\, and the public. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees who would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/spanish-conversation-circles-22/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T203000
DTSTAMP:20250902T175754Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T175754Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation With: Ruba Marshood
DESCRIPTION:Join Patrick Armstrong of Conversation Piece Pod for the 5th installment of “In Conversation With” featuring Ruba Marshood at Indy Reads. \n\n\n\nFor the fifth installment of In Conversation With\, Ruba Marshood\, CEO of Indy Reads\, joins local storyteller Patrick Armstrong for an intimate conversation about the crucial (and often hidden) role of literacy in our everyday lives. Their conversation will explore Ruba’s role in stewarding Indy Reads\, the outsized impact literacy plays in our lived experiences\, and how Indy Reads fights to make all forms of literacy accessible to our most vulnerable community members. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this live event on Friday\, October 17 at 7pm\, at Indy Reads in Fountain Square. Capacity is limited\, so please register below! \n\n\n\nOur deepest gratitude to Tinker Street for providing some refreshments for this event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatrick Armstrong (he/him) is a storyteller and entrepreneur. He is the host and producer of two award-winning podcasts: Conversation Piece\, which explores the city of Indianapolis through the perspectives of its people\, and The Janchi Show (pronounced: JohnChee)\, which amplifies and celebrates the Asian adoptee experience. Through conversation-based media and storytelling in all forms\, Patrick works to provide new perspectives on the world – and people – around us and empower both individuals and organizations to meet difference\, not with fear and judgement\, but with curiosity and affirmation. \n\n\n\nConversation Piece: www.conversationpiecepod.com \n\n\n\nThe Janchi Show: www.janchishow.com \n\n\n\nPersonal: www.patrickintheworld.me \n\n\n\nInstagram: www.instagram.com/patrickintheworld \n\n\n\nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickintheworld/ \n\n\n\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConversationPiecePodcast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRuba Marshood oversees Indy Reads’ programs\, brand\, and growth to advance Indy Reads’ vision of literacy for all. A social justice leader\, Ruba came to adult literacy and education after a decade of international community development work in Kenya\, Jamaica\, Papua New Guinea\, and other parts of the world. She returned to the US with an eye on local impact and brought her international perspective to the Literacy Council of Northern Virginia (now EEC)\, where she launched their trademark Destination Workforce program\, emphasizing the power of collaboration to create meaningful\, student-centered transformation. An alumna of the Princeton AlumniCorps’ Emerging Leaders program\, Ruba received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland and her Master of Environmental Management and International Development from Duke University. Ruba proudly serves on the Board of Directors of the Museum of the Palestinian People\, the first of its kind in the nation’s capital. A first-generation American who grew up in New Jersey\, Ruba is fluent in Arabic\, and a published photographer and photo-editor. She moved to Indy to become a Hoosier and embrace her role at Indy Reads in the summer of 2022. Ruba is inspired daily by the potential of literacy and education to advance society and by the wonderful team she gets to work alongside toward advancing this possibility. She enjoys exploring the city with her kids\, dancing\, and good food with great company.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/in-conversation-with-ruba-marshood/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T183000
DTSTAMP:20250131T192900Z
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SUMMARY:Writers Night with Pen to Paper
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads and Pen to Paper for a bimonthly writing workshop on the first and third Saturdays from 4:30-6:30 pm.\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads and Pen to Paper for this bimonthly writing workshop from 4:30-6:30 pm on the first and third Saturdays of the month. \nThis workshop is recommended for ages 18+ \nLearn More about Pen to Paper\n\n\nMeet the Pen to Paper \nWe write. We share. We live. \nPen to Paper is Indy’s most notorious coterie of misfit writers. \n\n\nWhat We Do \nIn its simplest form\, we write stuff\, share it with each other\, and talk about it. \nWe critique each other’s written material and provide creative support\, constructive criticism\, and sage advice. \n\n\nWho May Join \nIf you write\, you may join. Even if you don’t write\, give us a whirl (as long as you provide us with homemade cookies and lemonade). \nWe accept people at all skill levels\, from the doe-eyed novice to the experts. \nIf you want to write or improve your writing\, then you’ve come to the right place! \nWe critique all manner of writing\, be it fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry\, travelogues\, technical manuals … if it has words\, we’ll read it. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/writers-night-with-pen-to-paper-27/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20250918T143052Z
CREATED:20241211T172618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T143052Z
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SUMMARY:The Indy Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly book club on the last Sunday of each month at 4pm! Let’s dive into some great conversations together! Please note that October’s Book Club will be held on October 19\, 2025 at 4pm.\n\n\nThe Indy Reads Book Club features a variety of authors and book genres and is open to the public. If you are a book lover looking for space to have some great conversations around some great books\, or someone who is looking to expand their reading list\, we want to chat with you! \nHosted by Gya Torres and Casey Culp\, our monthly book club is intended to be a fun\, easy space to chat about what we love about our Book of the Month. Pick up a copy at Indy Reads for 15% off and then join us on the last Sunday of each month at 4pm to discuss! Join us for one discussion or all of them! \nThis monthly event is recommended for adults age 18+. \nProceeds from sales at Indy Reads support our English literacy programming for more than 400 adult learners each year. \n\n\n\n2025 Book Club Reading List:  \nJanuary: All About Love by Bell Hooks \nFebruary: Rise to the Sun by Leah Johnson \nMarch: Women and Other Monsters by Jess Zimmerman \nApril: Bursting at the Seams by Chantel Massey \nMay: The Great Displacement by Jake Bittle \nJune: Queering Contemplations by Cassie Hall \nJuly: Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa \nAugust: You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria \nSeptember:  The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison \nOctober: Nothing Special by Katie Cook \nNovember: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer \nDecember: No Book \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/the-indy-reads-book-club-21/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251022T190000
DTSTAMP:20251016T193942Z
CREATED:20241111T175747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T193942Z
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SUMMARY:Indy Reads Volunteer Info Session\, Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Indy Reads Community! We are so excited to have you as a volunteer with us!\n\n\nThank you for your interest in volunteering with Indy Reads! Please click the link on this page to register for the Volunteer Info Session date that works best for you!  \n \nVirtual Info Sessions are at 6pm on every 4th Wednesday! \n \nIf you register for the Virtual Info Session\, you will receive an email with the Zoom link prior to the session. \n \nIf you are interested in an In-Person Info Session\, those take place on the 2nd Friday of the month at 12pm. You will need to register on the In-Person Info Session EventBrite.  \n \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to email volunteer@indyreads.org. \n\n\n\nWhile you’re here\, support Indy Reads by following our social media! \n \nFacebook\, Twitter\, Instagram. \n \nAlso\, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-volunteer-info-session-virtual-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251024T200000
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SUMMARY:Do Good\, Read Scrolls: D&D at Indy Reads
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads on the third Friday of each month\, 5pm-8pm\, to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons! All levels welcome.\n\n\nJoin Dungeon Master (DM) Logan Taylor for Dungeons & Dragons at Indy Reads on the third Friday of each month\, 5pm-8pm! \nDungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a roleplaying game where players create characters and roll dice to complete quests. This program is designed for people who have never played before\, as well as players who want to make new friends in short campaigns. \n5pm-6pm: Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons! We will learn the basics of how to play together. This includes the basics of roleplaying\, the dice\, how to read a character sheet\, classes\, simple combat\, and more! \n6pm-8pm: Play Dungeons & Dragons! Using what you have learned in the first hour\, Dungeon Master (DM) Logan Taylor will take you through a short\, 2-hour adventure where you can test your character in a fantasy world. \nThis recurring event is recommended for ages 13+. Space is limited to 15 players per session. \nDice\, character sheets\, and any maps\, minis\, or terrain that we need will be provided. Happy adventuring; we’ll see you soon! \n \nLogan Taylor is a writer and teacher working in Indianapolis. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Latin and English from Wabash College. He also earned a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Butler University. Logan spends his time writing fiction\, playing tabletop RPGs\, teaching Vonnegut\, and arguing for the artistic merit of videogames on his blog. \nBlog: https://medium.com/@gatherer286 \nInstagram: @LoganTaylorWriting \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/do-good-read-scrolls-dd-at-indy-reads-2/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251026T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251026T113000
DTSTAMP:20250922T153909Z
CREATED:20250922T153908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T153909Z
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SUMMARY:Reading with a Witch
DESCRIPTION:There is room on our brooms to bring your kids to Indy Reads for Reading with a Witch featuring members of The Black Hats Society of Historic Irvington. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have books and fun\, with just the right amount of spooky. \n\n\n\nCostumes are optional but encouraged! \n\n\n\nThis community event is perfect for children and adults of all ages. \n\n\n\nProceeds from sales at Indy Reads support the nearly 500 adult students in our English literacy programs. \n\n\n\nThe Black Hats Society of Irvington Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. Based in Historic Irvington\, the group of Theatrical Witches engages in volunteering in the community\, performing at events\, and fundraising endeavors to benefit local charities. The council and members work their magic by giving their time\, resources\, and talents to create spellbinding characters.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/reading-with-a-witch/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251026T190000
DTSTAMP:20250917T172316Z
CREATED:20250917T172315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T172316Z
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SUMMARY:Book-to-Film Club with Kan-Kan Cinema: The Disaster Artist
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26 at 4pm for a book discussion following a film screening of The Disaster Artist at Kan-Kan Cinema & Brasserie! Our October Book-to-Film Club will be co-hosted by Golden Hour Books! \n\n\n\nPlease purchase tickets to Kan-Kan Cinema & Brasserie’s film screening here. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a free book club and discussion of The Disaster Artist: My Life Inside The Room\, the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made by Greg Sestero and Tom Bissell after the film. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Film: When aspiring actor Greg Sestero meets the weird and mysterious Tommy Wiseau in an acting class\, they form a unique friendship and travel to Hollywood to make their dreams come true. \n\n\n\nYou must buy tickets for this event. If you would like to include a donation to Indy Reads\, please use the “Donate” button. Indy Reads is a 501c3 nonprofit. Our mission is to empower adults and their families through literacy\, English language skills\, and job readiness programming. For more information about Indy Reads and the students we serve\, visit our website at indyreads.org.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/book-to-film-club-with-kan-kan-cinema-the-disaster-artist/
LOCATION:Kan-Kan Cinema and Restaurant\, 1258 Windsor Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T190000
DTSTAMP:20251023T182537Z
CREATED:20251023T182409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T182537Z
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SUMMARY:Community Conversation at Ujamaa Community Bookstore
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 29 at 5pm for a respectful facilitated discussion about navigating these times together. All ages & English-speaking levels are welcome!  \n\n\n\nThis event series is in partnership with JVP Indiana\, International Marketplace\, Flanner House\, and Exodus Refugee Center.  \n\n\n\nFlanner House will host this session of Community Conversations at Ujamaa Community Bookstore: 2424 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Street Indianapolis\, IN 46208.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/community-conversation-at-flanner-house/
LOCATION:Ujamaa Community Bookstore\, 2424 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\, Street\, Indianapolis\, Indiana\, 46208\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T193000
DTSTAMP:20251016T203432Z
CREATED:20241220T191852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T203432Z
UID:10001371-1761760800-1761766200@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Indy Reads Lit Stage Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads on the last Wednesday of each month at 6pm for a FREE\, family-friendly open mic night. Performers of all art forms welcome!\n\n\nThe monthly open mic at Indy Reads now has a new name and date! Join us for Indy Reads Lit Stage on the last Wednesday of each month at 6pm (except when Indy Reads is closed for holidays). \nThe word Lit is short for literacy\, the mission of Indy Reads! Lit is also a popular Black cultural word that means something is entertaining or exciting. \nThe Lit Stage open mic welcomes people of all ages\, art forms\, and languages to share your talents with our shared community. Open mic performances can include singing\, monologues\, skits\, dancing\, comedy\, poetry and essay reading\, and more! \nPerformers are welcome to use the stage area\, podium\, and microphone. We ask that performances keep to about 5 minutes. Participants can perform again if time allows. \nPlease note the Lit Stage open mic is family friendly. Explicit language\, gestures\, and behaviors are not allowed. If you are including music in your performance\, we require radio edits only. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-lit-stage-open-mic-10/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251031T190000
DTSTAMP:20250922T151530Z
CREATED:20250918T140302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T151530Z
UID:10001501-1761926400-1761937200@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Trick-or-Treat at Indy Reads
DESCRIPTION:Grab a costume and stop by Indy Reads for trick-or-treating! Join us any time on Friday\, October 31\, 4pm-7pm\, to celebrate Halloween. \n\n\n\nTrick-or-treaters of all ages are welcome to choose a free used book from our Halloween totes\, and\, of course\, we will also have candy. \n\n\n\nFor trick-or-treaters who need a quiet place to color for a little while\, we will also have a corner with family-friendly “spooky” coloring sheets open throughout the event. \n\n\n\nHappy reading; we’ll see you soon!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/trick-or-treat-at-indy-reads/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T113000
DTSTAMP:20241121T201025Z
CREATED:20241121T201025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T201025Z
UID:10001344-1761993000-1761996600@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Drag Story Hour with Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie!
DESCRIPTION:Join Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie for our Drag Story Hour!  Fun for the entire family!\n\n\nThe Event \nDrag Story Hour uses the art of drag in children’s story hours to spread literacy\, love\, and acceptance! Join Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie as they capture the imagination and play of the gender fluidity of childhood and give kids a glamorous and positive role model. This is a family-friendly event\, and all ages are welcome! \n\n\n\nPrince Brentlee (he/they) is the drag pop sensation of Indianapolis that has more energy than a can of Red Bull spiked with a 5hr energy. They are always filled to brim with unicorn energy and enjoy spending each story hour with their little royal friends. Their favorite book as a kid was Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein.  \n\n\n\nAqua MarieHey my name is Aqua Marie. She/her are my pronouns in drag. I have been doing Drag since November 2023. I have helped with the Indy Drag Theater with a few productions. I have my B.S. in Early Childhood Administration\, so I have a huge passion for reading stories with children. I love that I get to use this to bring two of my passions together and share that with others! \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay What You Can — Here’s what your Suggested Donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay What You Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/drag-story-hour-with-prince-brentlee-and-aqua-marie-12/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20251023T163847Z
CREATED:20251022T140031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T163847Z
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SUMMARY:Release Party: Quotidian Volume IV
DESCRIPTION:Help us celebrate the release of Volume IV of Quotidian!\n\n\nLocally edited\, Quotidian magazine is a multi-volume series of creative responses to different prompts\, all falling under the eponymous category of the quotidian. Come celebrate the latest volume focused around the prompt of appearances which features fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry and art from 20 contributors from around the country. \nContributors from this issue and past issues are welcome to read their featured pieces. Refreshments will be available. A portion of all sales of current and back issues of Quotidian will benefit the adult literacy programming at Indy Reads. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/release-party-quotidian-volume-iv/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T183000
DTSTAMP:20250131T192949Z
CREATED:20250102T190233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T192949Z
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SUMMARY:Writers Night with Pen to Paper
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads and Pen to Paper for a bimonthly writing workshop on the first and third Saturdays from 4:30-6:30 pm.\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads and Pen to Paper for this bimonthly writing workshop from 4:30-6:30 pm on the first and third Saturdays of the month. \nThis workshop is recommended for ages 18+ \nLearn More about Pen to Paper\n\n\nMeet the Pen to Paper \nWe write. We share. We live. \nPen to Paper is Indy’s most notorious coterie of misfit writers. \n\n\nWhat We Do \nIn its simplest form\, we write stuff\, share it with each other\, and talk about it. \nWe critique each other’s written material and provide creative support\, constructive criticism\, and sage advice. \n\n\nWho May Join \nIf you write\, you may join. Even if you don’t write\, give us a whirl (as long as you provide us with homemade cookies and lemonade). \nWe accept people at all skill levels\, from the doe-eyed novice to the experts. \nIf you want to write or improve your writing\, then you’ve come to the right place! \nWe critique all manner of writing\, be it fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry\, travelogues\, technical manuals … if it has words\, we’ll read it. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/writers-night-with-pen-to-paper-28/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251104T200000
DTSTAMP:20251016T193943Z
CREATED:20251016T193943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T193943Z
UID:10001505-1762275600-1762286400@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Mailing Party
DESCRIPTION:Help Indy Reads prepare for our big seasonal appeal by preparing mailing materials\, meet new members of the community and have fun!\n\n\nVolunteer with Indy Reads anytime between 5-8pm on Tuesday\, November 4th. \nIndy Reads needs your help with preparing print materials for our end-of-year fundraising campaign! This mailing party is a great way to connect with Indy Reads and to ensure that our vital adult and family programming remains tuition-free for all. \nJoin us for this one-time volunteer opportunity Tuesday\, November 4th as we prepare letters for distribution to our Indy Reads community. \nMusic will be playing\, and good company is welcome and wanted! We welcome volunteers to stay for the entire Mailing Party or to join us for as long as you can serve. \nThank you for volunteering with us and we hope to see you soon! \nFor easy and free parking\, visit www.indyreads.org/parking.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/volunteer-opportunity-mailing-party/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251106T190000
DTSTAMP:20251020T192135Z
CREATED:20251020T192037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T192135Z
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SUMMARY:NaNoWriMo Write-in Nights
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads from 6pm-7pm every Thursday in November (except Thanksgiving on 11/27) to celebrate NaNoWriMo with a write-in night!\n\n\nJoin us at Indy Reads for NaNoWriMo\, better known as National Novel Writing Month! During NaNoWriMo\, participants around the world attempt to write a 50\,000+ word novel during the month of November. Novelists are not the only writers who use the month of November to generate work; writers of all genres\, working on all projects are welcome to join us for one-hour of writing time throughout the month. \nThese informal write-ins are perfect for writers who want a space for accountability\, something different\, or even to bounce ideas off of other writers. Bring your current project or use one of the prompts provided by other local writers and collected by Indy Reads to start something new! \nWriters of all levels and ages are welcome to drop-in to Indy Reads’ community bookstore between 6pm-7pm to work during any or all of the Write-Ins: \nThursday\, November 6 \nThursday\, November 13 \nThursday\, November 20 \nCLOSED – Thursday\, November 27 \nHappy reading (and writing)! We’ll see you soon! \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/nanowrimo-write-in-nights/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251108T190000
DTSTAMP:20241108T211908Z
CREATED:20241108T211856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T211908Z
UID:10001278-1762617600-1762628400@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop and Open Mic with IndyUntitled
DESCRIPTION:This monthly workshop/open mic hybrid is for the timid and confident\, the professional and the novice\, the performers and the spectators.\n\n\nThis workshop/open mic hybrid is for the timid and confident\, the professional and the novice\, the performers and the spectators. Our hope is through this event and our collective we empower all voices to come together. \n4-5pm Workshop: come with what you are working on or writing prompts can be provided5-5:30pm Break/Network5:30-7pm Open Mic \nThis monthly event is recommended for ages 13+. \nAll proceeds from purchases at Indy Reads directly support our adult education programming. \n\n\n\nIndyUntitled is an independent writers’ collective consisting of multi-talented individuals with a common goal of connecting our neighbors and friends through poetry. They strongly believe that access to free art and literacy is vital to the health and strength of our community. They aim to progress and uplift writers of all skill sets through workshops\, open mics\, and publication opportunities. \n\n\n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! \n$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! \n$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! \nOther – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/writing-workshop-and-open-mic-with-indyuntitled-21/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20241118T180622Z
CREATED:20241111T182302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T180622Z
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SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation Circles
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads for Spanish language practice on the second Sunday of each month at 4pm! This program is open to all ages.Join Indy Reads on the second Sunday of each month at 4pm to practice your Spanish language skills! Our volunteers and students will facilitate fun\, easy conversation in our community bookstore during this program.All ages are welcome to attend! Spanish Conversation Circles are open to Indy Reads students\, their families\, and the public. This event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: FREE – This ticket is for attendees who would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community! $10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all! $20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual\, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support! Other – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50\, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/spanish-conversation-circles-23/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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