BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Indy Reads - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://indyreads.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Indy Reads REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251221T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251221T170000 DTSTAMP:20251110T164314Z CREATED:20251110T164149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T164314Z UID:10001603-1766332800-1766336400@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Folding Origami with Yukiko DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads student Yukiko for an origami workshop on Sunday\, December 21 at 4pm! All ages and skill levels are welcome.\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads student Yukiko for an origami workshop on Sunday\, December 21 at 4pm! \nIndy Reads is honored to welcome Yukiko back for a second origami workshop \, this time with a winter twist! Learn to craft origami ornaments inside Indy Reads’ community bookstore. \nAll ages and skill levels are welcome. \nAll paper and materials are provided. \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/folding-origami-with-yukiko-2/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Origami-Workshop-Yukiko-12.21.25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260109T130000 DTSTAMP:20251023T200826Z CREATED:20251023T200826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T200826Z UID:10001515-1767960000-1767963600@indyreads.org 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 second Friday! \n \nIf you are interested in a Virtual Info Session\, those take place on the fourth 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\nJoin us in reaching 100% literacy for all! 1 in 6 Hoosiers cannot read above a fifth-grade level. At Indy Reads\, our mission is to build the literacy\, English language\, and job readiness skills to empower adults and families to reach their full potential. \nAs a volunteer with Indy Reads\, you will make a difference for our students every day. Whether you serve in a Community Classroom (virtual or in-person)\, in our community bookstore in Fountain Square\, or as a one-time Day of Service participant\, your time and talent will have a vital impact as we strive for 100% literacy for all. \nWhile you’re here\, support Indy Reads by following our social media: Facebook and Instagram. Also\, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter! URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-volunteer-info-session-in-person-29/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/89e578e6c8a6099765be961d2e991445-gRB9vm.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T113000 DTSTAMP:20251024T173218Z CREATED:20251024T173218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T173218Z UID:10001537-1768041000-1768044600@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Drag Story Hour with Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie! DESCRIPTION:Join Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie for our monthly Drag Story Hour!\n\n\nThe Event \nDrag Story Hour uses the art of drag in children’s story hours to spread literacy\, love\, and acceptance! Join our local storytellers\, 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-14/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/e3c37f94db53e15e59662879667cb997-yyV2Ko.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T130000 DTSTAMP:20251126T194326Z CREATED:20251126T194324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T194326Z UID:10001611-1768046400-1768050000@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Riot Reads Book Club DESCRIPTION:For January\, we’re reading James by Percival Everett. \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 James by Percival Everett \n\n\n\nPULITZER PRIZE WINNER • #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • A brilliant\, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn\, both harrowing and darkly humorous\, told from the enslaved Jim’s point of view • In development as a feature film to be produced by Steven SpielbergKIRKUS PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST • SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE • A Best Book of the Year: The New York Times Book Review\, LA Times\, The New Yorker\, The Atlantic\, The Economist\, TIME\, and more.“Genius”—The Atlantic • “A masterpiece that will help redefine one of the classics of American literature\, while also being a major achievement on its own.”—Chicago Tribune • “A provocative\, enlightening literary work of art.”—The Boston Globe • “Everett’s most thrilling novel\, but also his most soulful.”—The New York Times \n\n\n\nWhen Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans\, separated from his wife and daughter forever\, he runs away until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile\, Huck has faked his own death to escape his violent father. As all readers of American literature know\, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond.  \n\n\n\nBrimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a literary icon\, this brilliant and tender novel radically illuminates Jim’s agency\, intelligence\, and compassion as never before. James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature. URL:https://indyreads.org/event/riot-reads-book-club-19/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/James-Percival-Everett.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T190000 DTSTAMP:20251024T201757Z CREATED:20251024T201757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T201757Z UID:10001572-1768060800-1768071600@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. We meet on the second Saturday of each month at Indy Reads! \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-23/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6f879cff2e918cda9f1748859880c3a5-xepTA3.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260111T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260111T170000 DTSTAMP:20251024T174239Z CREATED:20251024T174239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T174239Z UID:10001548-1768147200-1768150800@indyreads.org 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-25/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/0e547bcd22adbe83d769d2b22ef3d458-HLhZ9x.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260111T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260111T190000 DTSTAMP:20251216T151658Z CREATED:20251216T151657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T151658Z UID:10001625-1768147200-1768158000@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Book-to-Film Club with Kan-Kan Cinema: The Shining DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, January 11 at 4pm for a book discussion following a film screening of The Shining at Kan-Kan Cinema! \n\n\n\nPlease purchase tickets to Kan-Kan Cinema‘s film screening here. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a free book club and discussion of The Shining by Stephen King after the film. \n\n\n\nAbout the Film: A family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter\, where a sinister presence influences the father into violence. At the same time\, his psychic son sees horrifying forebodings from both the past and the future. \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-shining/ LOCATION:Kan-Kan Cinema and Restaurant\, 1258 Windsor Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-Shining-Book-to-Film.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260114T210000 DTSTAMP:20250909T135900Z CREATED:20250830T143628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T135900Z UID:10001483-1768417200-1768424400@indyreads.org 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-28/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Indy-Actors-Playground-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260116T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260116T200000 DTSTAMP:20250918T163719Z CREATED:20250830T143629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T163719Z UID:10001484-1768582800-1768593600@indyreads.org 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-5/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Do-Good-Read-Scrolls-Banner-8.19.25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260117T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260117T173000 DTSTAMP:20251028T200105Z CREATED:20251028T200105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200105Z UID:10001582-1768667400-1768671000@indyreads.org 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 4:30-6:30pm on the first and third Saturdays of the month. \nPen to Paper is an inclusive writing group that meets at Indy Reads to read each other’s work\, provide constructive feedback\, and build community. You can drop-in to the workshop\, but only work that has been emailed to the group a week in advance will be workshopped that night. \nAll genres of writing are welcome during this workshop. \nPen to Paper at Indy Reads is recommended for writers ages 18+. \nLearn More about Pen to Paper \n\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-32/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/a8a70d70d428740fac4e47fec905114f-Fr69Q0.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260118T140000 DTSTAMP:20251223T184357Z CREATED:20251223T184357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T184357Z UID:10001627-1768737600-1768744800@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Crochet Circles DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads on the first Sunday of each month at 12pm to learn how to crochet with us!\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads for a cozy\, all-languages Crochet Circle hosted by volunteer Kayla B. on the first Sunday of each month! \nPlease note that Crochet Circles will be rescheduled when Indy Reads is closed on a first Sunday. \nThis is a free event for all ages. Crocheters of all levels can come together to meet other crocheters in the community! \nWe will teach you how to crochet if you have never crocheted before. \nIf you have crocheted before\, join us to crochet while making new friends! \nCrochet hooks and yarn will be provided. Supplies may be limited. \n\n\n\nKayla B. is a graduate student at IU Indianapolis and has recently begun volunteering at Indy Reads. She has been crocheting for 5 years and can most frequently be found curled up with her cat and a good book. \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: \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/crochet-circles-4/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260125T150000 DTSTAMP:20251211T194050Z CREATED:20251211T193219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T194050Z UID:10001614-1769349600-1769353200@indyreads.org SUMMARY:The Indy Reads Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly book club on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm! Let’s dive into some great books and event better conversations!The 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! Hosted by Gya Torres and Katherine 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 2pm to discuss! Join us for one discussion or all of them! This monthly event is recommended for adults age 18+. Proceeds from sales at Indy Reads support our English literacy programming for nearly 500 adult learners each year. 2026 Book Club Reading List: January: Squire by Nadia Shammas February: A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams March: I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman April: Enemy of the Sun by Naseer Aruri & Edmund Ghareeb May: The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong June: The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes July: When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa August: Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler September: House of Bone and Rain by Gabino Iglesias October: Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi November: Never Whistle at Night by Shane Hawk & Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. December: No Book– Happy Holidays! Meet the Hosts: Katherine Culp Katherine has been reader all her life! While she loves all genres\, but fantasy\, sci-fi\, and cozy mysteries are her absolute favorite! Katherine has a personal goal to read 50 books each year. She was 4 short last year\, so hopes to reach her goal this year–thank you book clubs! Her favorite way to read is by listening to audiobooks (yes that counts!). Some of Katherine’s favorite books are The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins\, the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riodian\, and the Legendborn series by Tracy Deon. Gya Torres Gya is a lover of all things Romance. Her favorite way to read is via audiobooks and will definitely have all kinds of trophy books to celebrate her favorite reads. She also loves to read about feminist movements\, social justice\, and memoirs. Gya loves to read multiple books at once\, since she is a mood reader and needs to find the right book for the right moment. Currently she is indulging in Katee Robert’s latest novel\, Tender Cruelty the 9th book in the Dark Olympus series. At the same time she is physically reading Mutual Aid by Dean Spade\, and I\, Medusa by Ayana Grey. 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 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! $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/the-indy-reads-book-club-23/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Indy-Reads-Book-Club-Banner.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260128T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260128T190000 DTSTAMP:20251023T204810Z CREATED:20251023T204810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T204810Z UID:10001527-1769623200-1769626800@indyreads.org 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 typically held 6pm on every fourth 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 are typically held on the second 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\nJoin us in advancing 100% literacy for all! 1 in 6 Hoosiers struggle to read above a fifth-grade level. At Indy Reads\, our mission is to build the literacy\, English language\, and job readiness skills to empower adults and families to reach their full potential. \nAs a volunteer with Indy Reads\, you will make a difference for our students every day. Whether you serve in a Community Classroom (virtual or in-person)\, in our community bookstore in Fountain Square\, or as a one-time Day of Service participant\, your time and talent will have a vital impact as we strive for 100% literacy for all. \nWhile you’re here\, support Indy Reads by following our social media: Facebook and Instagram. Also\, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter! URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-volunteer-info-session-virtual-28/ LOCATION:IN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ec197be6528dbd25b3f4916b273bed28-p7j8r5.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260131T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260131T190000 DTSTAMP:20260117T184714Z CREATED:20260117T184214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T184714Z UID:10001641-1769880600-1769886000@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Author Reading: Peter Lustig DESCRIPTION:Join Peter Lustig at Indy Reads on January 31st at 5:30 for a reading\, discussion\, and signing of his memoir: The Comeback Path.Join Peter Lustig and Indy Reads on Janurary 31 from 5:30-7pm for a reading\, Discussion\, and signing of Peter’s latest work The Comeback Path! This program is open for all ages! All proceeds from this event support the nearly 500 adult learners enrolled in Indy Reads’ tuition-free community classrooms. Peter Nicholas Lustig is an entrepreneur\, real estate investor\, and educator from Columbus\, Indiana. A fluent Mandarin speaker with an MBA from Indiana University\, he’s passionate about transformation\, communication\, and the power of words to heal. His work explores emotional recovery and self-growth through storytelling and service. When he’s not mentoring others or studying real estate deals\, he’s cheering on the Hoosiers and spending time with his daughter. The Comeback Path asks a bold question: What if your worst mistakes didn’t disqualify you from your best life? In this raw and redemptive memoir\, Peter Lustig shares his journey through loss\, addiction\, and shame—and the sacred fight to rise again. Told with honesty and hope\, it’s a blueprint for redemption and a reminder that healing is always possible. 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 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! $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/author-reading-peter-lustig/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Author-Event-Peter-Lustig_1.31.26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260201T140000 DTSTAMP:20260120T152849Z CREATED:20251223T184358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T152849Z UID:10001628-1769947200-1769954400@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Crochet Circles DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads on the first and third Sundays of each month at 12pm to learn how to crochet with us!\n\n\nJoin Indy Reads for a cozy\, all-languages Crochet Circle hosted by volunteer Kayla B. on the first and third Sundays of each month! \nPlease note that Crochet Circles will be rescheduled when Indy Reads is closed on a first Sunday. \nThis is a free event for all ages. Crocheters of all levels can come together to meet other crocheters in the community! \nWe will teach you how to crochet if you have never crocheted before. \nIf you have crocheted before\, join us to crochet while making new friends! \nCrochet hooks and yarn will be provided. Supplies may be limited. \n\n\n\nKayla B. is a graduate student at IU Indianapolis and has recently begun volunteering at Indy Reads. She has been crocheting for 5 years and can most frequently be found curled up with her cat and a good book. \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: \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/crochet-circles-5/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Crochet-Circles-Banner-Updated.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T113000 DTSTAMP:20251024T173219Z CREATED:20251024T173219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T173219Z UID:10001538-1770460200-1770463800@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Drag Story Hour with Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie! DESCRIPTION:Join Prince Brentlee and Aqua Marie for our monthly Drag Story Hour!\n\n\nThe Event \nDrag Story Hour uses the art of drag in children’s story hours to spread literacy\, love\, and acceptance! Join our local storytellers\, 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-15/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/e3c37f94db53e15e59662879667cb997-yyV2Ko.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T130000 DTSTAMP:20251126T194752Z CREATED:20251126T194751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T194752Z UID:10001612-1770465600-1770469200@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Riot Reads Book Club DESCRIPTION:For February\, we’re reading Tomorrow\, and Tomorrow\, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin! \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 Tomorrow\, and Tomorrow\, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin \n\n\n\nNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Sam and Sadie—two college friends\, often in love\, but never lovers—become creative partners in a dazzling and intricately imagined world of video game design\, where success brings them fame\, joy\, tragedy\, duplicity\, and\, ultimately\, a kind of immortality. It is a love story\, but not one you have read before.“Delightful and absorbing.” —The New York Times • “Utterly brilliant.” —John Green \n\n\n\nOne of the New York Times’s 100 Best Books of the 21st Century • A Kirkus Reviews Best Fiction Book of the Century • A Los Angeles Times Best Fiction Book of the Last 30 Years • One of the Best Books of the Year: The New York Times\, Entertainment Weekly\, TIME\, GoodReads\, Oprah Daily \n\n\n\nFrom the best-selling author of The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry: On a bitter-cold day\, in the December of his junior year at Harvard\, Sam Masur exits a subway car and sees\, amid the hordes of people waiting on the platform\, Sadie Green. He calls her name. For a moment\, she pretends she hasn’t heard him\, but then\, she turns\, and a game begins: a legendary collaboration that will launch them to stardom. \n\n\n\nThese friends\, intimates since childhood\, borrow money\, beg favors\, and\, before even graduating college\, they have created their first blockbuster\, Ichigo. Overnight\, the world is theirs. Not even twenty-five years old\, Sam and Sadie are brilliant\, successful\, and rich\, but these qualities won’t protect them from their own creative ambitions or the betrayals of their hearts. \n\n\n\nSpanning thirty years\, from Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, to Venice Beach\, California\, and lands in between and far beyond\, Gabrielle Zevin’s Tomorrow\, and Tomorrow\, and Tomorrow examines the multifarious nature of identity\, disability\, failure\, the redemptive possibilities in play\, and above all\, our need to connect: to be loved and to love. URL:https://indyreads.org/event/riot-reads-book-club-20/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Tomorrow-and-tomorrow-gabrielle-zevin.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T173000 DTSTAMP:20251028T200107Z CREATED:20251028T200107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200107Z UID:10001583-1770481800-1770485400@indyreads.org 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 4:30-6:30pm on the first and third Saturdays of the month. \nPen to Paper is an inclusive writing group that meets at Indy Reads to read each other’s work\, provide constructive feedback\, and build community. You can drop-in to the workshop\, but only work that has been emailed to the group a week in advance will be workshopped that night. \nAll genres of writing are welcome during this workshop. \nPen to Paper at Indy Reads is recommended for writers ages 18+. \nLearn More about Pen to Paper \n\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-33/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/a8a70d70d428740fac4e47fec905114f-Fr69Q0.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260208T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260208T170000 DTSTAMP:20251024T174240Z CREATED:20251024T174240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T174240Z UID:10001549-1770566400-1770570000@indyreads.org 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-26/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/0e547bcd22adbe83d769d2b22ef3d458-HLhZ9x.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260208T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260208T190000 DTSTAMP:20260120T151235Z CREATED:20260120T150701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T151235Z UID:10001642-1770566400-1770577200@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Book-to-Film Club with Kan-Kan Cinema: The Princess Bride DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, February 8 at 4pm for a book discussion following a film screening of The Princess Bride at Kan-Kan Cinema! \n\n\n\nPlease purchase tickets to Kan-Kan Cinema‘s film screening here. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a free book club and discussion of The Princess Bride by William Goldman after the film. \n\n\n\nAbout the Film: While home sick in bed\, a young boy’s grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles\, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love. \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-princess-bride/ LOCATION:Kan-Kan Cinema and Restaurant\, 1258 Windsor Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/The-Princess-Bride-Flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260211T210000 DTSTAMP:20250909T165120Z CREATED:20250830T143630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T165120Z UID:10001485-1770836400-1770843600@indyreads.org 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-29/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Indy-Actors-Playground-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260213T130000 DTSTAMP:20251023T200827Z CREATED:20251023T200827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T200827Z UID:10001516-1770984000-1770987600@indyreads.org 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 second Friday! \n \nIf you are interested in a Virtual Info Session\, those take place on the fourth 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\nJoin us in reaching 100% literacy for all! 1 in 6 Hoosiers cannot read above a fifth-grade level. At Indy Reads\, our mission is to build the literacy\, English language\, and job readiness skills to empower adults and families to reach their full potential. \nAs a volunteer with Indy Reads\, you will make a difference for our students every day. Whether you serve in a Community Classroom (virtual or in-person)\, in our community bookstore in Fountain Square\, or as a one-time Day of Service participant\, your time and talent will have a vital impact as we strive for 100% literacy for all. \nWhile you’re here\, support Indy Reads by following our social media: Facebook and Instagram. Also\, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter! URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-volunteer-info-session-in-person-30/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/89e578e6c8a6099765be961d2e991445-gRB9vm.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260214T190000 DTSTAMP:20260202T161028Z CREATED:20260202T160019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T161028Z UID:10001656-1771066800-1771095600@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Extravaganza at Indy Reads DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads all day on February 14 to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a themed scavenger hunt\, sales\, and a poetry open mic!Join Indy Reads on February 14 during open hours (11am-7pm) for an exciting Valentine’s Day extravanganza! There will be: Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt (with prizes!)Crafts for all agesAll Romance & Valentine’s Day books are 20% off!Join IndyUntitled at Indy Reads from 4-7pm for a poetry workshop and open mic! All proceeds from Indy Reads’ community bookstore support our tuition-free adult education classes of nearly 500 learners! 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 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! $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/valentines-day-extravaganza-at-indy-reads/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Valentines-Day-Indy-Reads.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260214T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260214T190000 DTSTAMP:20251024T201758Z CREATED:20251024T201758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T201758Z UID:10001573-1771084800-1771095600@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. We meet on the second Saturday of each month at Indy Reads! \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-24/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6f879cff2e918cda9f1748859880c3a5-xepTA3.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260120T154500Z CREATED:20260120T152548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T154500Z UID:10001644-1771156800-1771164000@indyreads.org SUMMARY:Crochet Circles DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads and volunteer Kayla B. on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month at 12pm to learn how to crochet!Join Indy Reads for a cozy\, all-languages\, all-ages Crochet Circles hosted by Kayla B. on the 1st & 3rd Sundays* of the month! This is a free event for all ages where crochet community can come together to meet\, learn\, and support eachother! We will teach you how to crochet if you have never crocheted before. If you have crocheted before\, join us to crochet while making new friends! Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided. Supplies may be limited. *Please note that Crochet Circles will be rescheduled when Indy Reads is closed on a first Sunday. Kayla B. is a graduate student at IU Indianapolis and has recently begun volunteering at Indy Reads. She has been crocheting for 5 years and can most frequently be found curled up with her cat and a good book. 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 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! $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/crochet-circles-16/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Crochet-Circles-Banner-Updated.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260220T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260220T200000 DTSTAMP:20250918T163744Z CREATED:20250830T143632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T163744Z UID:10001486-1771606800-1771617600@indyreads.org 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-6/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Do-Good-Read-Scrolls-Banner-8.19.25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T173000 DTSTAMP:20251028T200108Z CREATED:20251028T200108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200108Z UID:10001584-1771691400-1771695000@indyreads.org 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 4:30-6:30pm on the first and third Saturdays of the month. \nPen to Paper is an inclusive writing group that meets at Indy Reads to read each other’s work\, provide constructive feedback\, and build community. You can drop-in to the workshop\, but only work that has been emailed to the group a week in advance will be workshopped that night. \nAll genres of writing are welcome during this workshop. \nPen to Paper at Indy Reads is recommended for writers ages 18+. \nLearn More about Pen to Paper \n\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-34/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/a8a70d70d428740fac4e47fec905114f-Fr69Q0.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260222T150000 DTSTAMP:20251211T194139Z CREATED:20251211T193221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T194139Z UID:10001615-1771768800-1771772400@indyreads.org SUMMARY:The Indy Reads Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly book club on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm! Let’s dive into some great books and event better conversations!The 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! Hosted by Gya Torres and Katherine 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 2pm to discuss! Join us for one discussion or all of them! This monthly event is recommended for adults age 18+. Proceeds from sales at Indy Reads support our English literacy programming for nearly 500 adult learners each year. 2026 Book Club Reading List: January: Squire by Nadia Shammas February: A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams March: I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman April: Enemy of the Sun by Naseer Aruri & Edmund Ghareeb May: The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong June: The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes July: When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa August: Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler September: House of Bone and Rain by Gabino Iglesias October: Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi November: Never Whistle at Night by Shane Hawk & Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. December: No Book– Happy Holidays! Meet the Hosts: Katherine Culp Katherine has been reader all her life! While she loves all genres\, but fantasy\, sci-fi\, and cozy mysteries are her absolute favorite! Katherine has a personal goal to read 50 books each year. She was 4 short last year\, so hopes to reach her goal this year–thank you book clubs! Her favorite way to read is by listening to audiobooks (yes that counts!). Some of Katherine’s favorite books are The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins\, the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riodian\, and the Legendborn series by Tracy Deon. Gya Torres Gya is a lover of all things Romance. Her favorite way to read is via audiobooks and will definitely have all kinds of trophy books to celebrate her favorite reads. She also loves to read about feminist movements\, social justice\, and memoirs. Gya loves to read multiple books at once\, since she is a mood reader and needs to find the right book for the right moment. Currently she is indulging in Katee Robert’s latest novel\, Tender Cruelty the 9th book in the Dark Olympus series. At the same time she is physically reading Mutual Aid by Dean Spade\, and I\, Medusa by Ayana Grey. 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 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! $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/the-indy-reads-book-club-24/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Indy-Reads-Book-Club-Banner.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260225T190000 DTSTAMP:20251023T204811Z CREATED:20251023T204811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T204811Z UID:10001528-1772042400-1772046000@indyreads.org 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 typically held 6pm on every fourth 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 are typically held on the second 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\nJoin us in advancing 100% literacy for all! 1 in 6 Hoosiers struggle to read above a fifth-grade level. At Indy Reads\, our mission is to build the literacy\, English language\, and job readiness skills to empower adults and families to reach their full potential. \nAs a volunteer with Indy Reads\, you will make a difference for our students every day. Whether you serve in a Community Classroom (virtual or in-person)\, in our community bookstore in Fountain Square\, or as a one-time Day of Service participant\, your time and talent will have a vital impact as we strive for 100% literacy for all. \nWhile you’re here\, support Indy Reads by following our social media: Facebook and Instagram. Also\, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter! URL:https://indyreads.org/event/indy-reads-volunteer-info-session-virtual-29/ LOCATION:IN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ec197be6528dbd25b3f4916b273bed28-p7j8r5.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260225T193000 DTSTAMP:20251120T173529Z CREATED:20251024T180310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T173529Z UID:10001559-1772042400-1772047800@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\nJoin 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-14/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indyreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Indy-Reads-Lit-Stage-reintro-banner-2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR