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SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-6/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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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 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-34/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Do Good\, Read Scrolls: D&D at Indy Reads
DESCRIPTION:This event is scheduled a week early due to the Juneteenth holiday on June 19. Instead\, meet us on Thursday\, June 12. \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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-5:30pm: 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! \n5:30pm-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 7 players per session. Register ahead to secure your spot! \nDice\, character sheets\, and any maps\, minis\, or terrain that we need will be provided. Happy adventuring; we’ll see you soon! \n\n\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-11/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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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. 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-28/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-7/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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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-30/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-6/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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SUMMARY:Author Event with Brad Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Join Brad Ryand at Indy Reads Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\, 2-4pm for a reading\, discussion\, and signing of his new memoir\, “Grandma Joy and Me”!\n\n\n\n\n\nIndy Reads is excited to welcome author Brad Ryan to celebrate the release of his newest memoir\, Grandma Joy and Me: A Journey of Healing\, One National Park at a Time. \nJoin us for an inspring afternoon as Brad shares excerpts from his heartfelt and adventurous memoir\, which chronicles his transformative travels across America’s national parks with his  Grandma Joy! Through stories of connection\, healing\, and discovery\, Brad invites readers to reflect on the power of relationships and the beauty of the natural world. \nThe event will begin with a reading from the memoir\, followed by a conversation and Q&A with attendees. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Brad and have their books signed after the program. \nWe hope you’ll join us for this special celebration of storytelling\, family\, and adventure! \n\n\n\nBrad Ryan is a veterinarian\, wildlife conservationist\, and writer from southeastern Ohio. He earned his BA from Miami University\, an MSc in mammalian biology from the University of Pretoria\, and both a DVM and MPH from The Ohio State University\, specializing in wildlife medicine and veterinary public health. \nFor Brad\, storytelling is a vehicle for healing—rooted in empathy\, inspired by nature\, and driven by a desire to help others feel seen and connected. As a keynote speaker\, he champions LGBTQ+ inclusion in the outdoors\, eliminating stigma around mental health\, and the protection of wildlife and public lands. \n\n\n\nGrandma Joy and Me: A Journey of Healing\, One National Park at a Time” is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles a 7.5-year journey between a grandson and his grandmother who set out to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks together\, beginning when she was 85 years old. \nWhat started as a spontaneous trip to the Great Smoky Mountains became a life-changing expedition across deserts\, glaciers\, and coastlines\, ultimately culminating in Grandma Joy becoming the oldest person to complete the entire U.S. National Parks circuit at age 93. Along the way\, the journey helped heal a decade of estrangement between them\, revealing the transformative power of time\, forgiveness\, and shared adventure. \nSet against the awe-inspiring backdrop of America’s public lands\, this memoir explores themes of intergenerational connection\, resilience\, LGBTQ+ identity\, and the courage it takes to begin again\, no matter your age. With humor\, vulnerability\, and sweeping natural beauty\, “Grandma Joy and Me” invites readers to reconnect with one another and rediscover the healing power of the outdoors. \n\n\n\nFREE Ticket– 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-event-with-brad-ryan/
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 4:30-6:30pm 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-42/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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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-20/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260621T160000
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-7/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T190000
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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 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-33/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T193000
DTSTAMP:20251120T174028Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T174028Z
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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-18/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T165603Z
CREATED:20260609T142450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T165603Z
UID:10001810-1782408600-1782415800@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-6/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T180531Z
CREATED:20260504T171219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T180531Z
UID:10001752-1782410400-1782415800@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Release Party for Geoffrey Breedwell
DESCRIPTION:Join Geoffrey Breedwell and Indy Reads on Jun 25\, 2026\, at 6pm\, to celebrate the release of his new book: Just Put the VHS in the Bag\, Bro!\n\n\nYou are invited to join the release of Geoffrey Breedwell’s newest book\, Just Put the VHS in the Bag\, Bro\, with a special evening at Indy Reads community bookstore! \nThis relaxed\, community-centered event will feature: \n\nA celebration of Geoffrey Breedwell’s latest work\, Just Put the VHS in the Bag\, Bro\nTime to connect with fellow readers and supporters of Indy Reads\nBook sales and signing opportunities\n\nWhether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Geoffrey’s work for the first time\, all are welcome to come celebrate literature and local voices. \n\n\n\nJust Put the VHS in the Bag\, Bro \nWhen a stolen device disguised as an old VHS tape threatens the entire planet\, two high school burnout employees from a dusty video resale store in Hollywood\, Indiana\, are Earth’s last (and let’s be honest\, worst) hope. \nThe rules are simple:1. Find the tape2.Save the world3.Try not to die \nWith the Nibbarexian Empire’s royal armada orbiting Earth\, a cartel on their trail\, and a broken friendship weighing them down\, Ethan Smith and Cruz Martinez have just three days to fix everything—or watch the world go boom. \n\n\n\nMeet the Author: Geoffrey Breedwell \nGeoffrey Breedwell is a submarine veteran and AuDHD writer with a BA from SNHU and an MDiv from Lipscomb University. He spends his off-hours skateboarding like it’s still 2006\, channeling his inner punk rocker and surviving on energy drinks and chaotic giggles. Miraculously\, his wife\, two daughters\, and dog haven’t staged an intervention (yet) in Central Indiana. \n\n \n\nThis event is Pay What You Can — Here’s what your Suggested Donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE Ticket – 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-for-geoffrey-breedwell/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260627T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T181213Z
CREATED:20260504T171223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T181213Z
UID:10001755-1782572400-1782579600@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:Author Reading: Andrew Black
DESCRIPTION:Join Andrew Black on Saturday June 27\, at Indy Reads for a discussion of his new book\, Signature Pedagogies for the Playwriting Classroom!\n\n\nJoin Andrew Black at Indy Reads on Saturday\, June 27 at 3pm for a reading\, moderated discussion\, and signing of his new work: Signature Pedagogies for the Playwriting Classroom: Spotlight on the Novice Playwright! \nAll ages are welcome at this event! \nAll proceeds from sales at Indy Reads support the nearly 500 adult students in our English literacy programs. \n\n\n\nSignature Pedagogies for the Playwriting Classroom \nDrawing on qualitative research exploring the techniques of playwriting instructors\, this book outlines signature pedagogies within playwriting instruction for ‘novice’ writers and how they may be reimagined and reinvigorated. \nThrough research gathered in interviews with 11 instructors\, and surveying their methods\, syllabi and handouts\, Andrew Black interrogates key challenges within dramatic writing pedagogy: the myth that it\, along with creativity\, cannot be taught; the lack of clarity about the instructional value of playwriting education for diverse contemporary audiences; the tendency to allow the writing product to drive instruction rather than process; and the tension between traditional and experimental models of play construction and how this can confound instructional techniques. \n\n\n\nMeet the Author:  \nAndrew Black \nAndrew Black is a playwright and playwriting instructor with a PhD in Theatre/Performance Studies from the University of Missouri\, Columbia\, and an MFA in Playwriting from Ohio University\, Athens. He is on the faculty of the Indiana Writers Center and Dramatists Guild Institute. \nFor more information\, go to www.andrewblackplaywright.com. \n\n\nMeet your Moderator  \n\n\n\nBecky Schlomann (she/her) is an Indianapolis playwright\, theatre director\, and actor. She serves alongside Andy on the Steering Committee of the Indiana Playwrights Circle. A former K-16 theatre teacher\, Becky now teaches for the Indiana Writers Center\, where her classes focus on translating the tools of stagecraft for new playwrights. \n\n \n\nThis event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community: \nFREE Ticket– 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-reading-andrew-black-2/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20251211T194402Z
CREATED:20251211T193225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T194402Z
UID:10001619-1782655200-1782658800@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-28/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T165619Z
CREATED:20260609T142539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T165619Z
UID:10001790-1782658800-1782662400@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-7/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260708T210000
DTSTAMP:20251120T174440Z
CREATED:20251024T194427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T174440Z
UID:10001567-1783537200-1783544400@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-34/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260709T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T165603Z
CREATED:20260609T142450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T165603Z
UID:10001812-1783618200-1783625400@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-6/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260711T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260711T113000
DTSTAMP:20251024T173225Z
CREATED:20251024T173225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T173225Z
UID:10001543-1783765800-1783769400@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-20/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260711T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260711T190000
DTSTAMP:20251024T201804Z
CREATED:20251024T201804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T201804Z
UID:10001578-1783785600-1783796400@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-29/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260712T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T165619Z
CREATED:20260609T142539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T165619Z
UID:10001794-1783868400-1783872000@indyreads.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-7/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260712T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260712T170000
DTSTAMP:20251024T174246Z
CREATED:20251024T174246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T174246Z
UID:10001554-1783872000-1783875600@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-31/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260716T193000
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-6/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260717T130000
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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 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-35/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260718T140000
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SUMMARY:Author Expo at Indy Reads
DESCRIPTION:Join Indy Reads on Saturday\, July 18th\, 2026\, from12-2pm to meet Hoosier authors\, buy books\, and support literacy for all!\n\n\nJoin local authors for our next Author Expo on Saturday\, July 18th\, 2026\, from 12–2 pm! \nWith this free community event\, Indy Reads hopes to bring together local authors and readers for an afternoon of conversation\, connection\, and book signings. Attendees will have the chance to meet authors in person\, learn more about their work\, and purchase signed copies during the two‑hour expo. \nCome support local writers\, celebrate literacy\, and support local! \n\n\nSneak Peek of our Featured Authors! \n\n\nMeet Asher Boyan \n\n\n\nAsher has been wandering the realms of fantasy for over three decades – sometimes reading\, sometimes writing\, and occasionally (often) forgetting to come back to reality. He is the architect of Halbrun\, a sprawling continent destined to serve as the backdrop for his planned nine-book Stone Warden series.  \nThe first book\, Shifter\, was published in September 2025. Sylphad\, the second book was published May 2026.  \nWhen Asher isn’t plotting epic quests or wrangling wayward characters\, he typically immerses himself in worldbuilding in his ‘spot’ on the couch in Indianapolis. A former business owner\, web developer\, and non-profit founder\, he spends his free time playing “the world’s most popular role-playing game” (alongside some of his characters)\, visiting with friends (usually talking about his books\, much to his wife’s chagrin)\, or – weather permitting – floating lazily in circles around the pool while pondering the mysteries of life (in every world). \n\n\n\nShifter \nAn epic fantasy adventure of lost magic\, dangerous journeys\, and a half-elf forced to choose between light and darkness.Arracnoth has known struggles all his life. Orphaned after his adoptive mother’s death\, the half-elven wanderer longs for a quiet future with his closest friend\, Avanstel. But when three mysterious strangers arrive\, everything changes – Avanstel may be the missing heir to an elven kingdom.Their search for the truth becomes a perilous quest through forgotten lands\, where ancient magic stirs\, treachery hides in plain sight\, and a shadowy enemy pursues them at every turn. In the duplicitous elven society\, Arracnoth will uncover arcane secrets\, face betrayal\, and discover a hidden ancestry that could alter the fate of the entire realm.But every choice has a cost.Friendship will be tested. Secrets will be revealed. And destiny will demand its price.Shifter by Asher H. Boyan is perfect for fans of epic fantasy novels\, “chosen one” adventures\, and richly woven magical worlds. If you enjoy the intricate worldbuilding of Brandon Sanderson\, the political intrigue of Robin Hobb\, and the heart of Tolkien’s friendships\, this journey will keep you turning pages late into the night. \n\n\n\nSylphad \nArtesh Cooper believed he could outrun the life he was born into. He was wrong. And someone from a hundred cycles in the future bet everything on him trying. Long before the Sapphire was discovered\, another Stone had already begun to stir. Pulled from the slums of Hansworth just before his thirteenth birthday\, Artesh survived an attack at sea and crossed the desert to Sandscarath — a city divided into six ancient kheth where knowledge is power and nothing comes without cost. Now eighteen\, he bears the title of Emissary and is bound to Occo\, a strange desert owl that watches the world as if it remembers it. \nWhen a conclave of Embers descends on Sandscarath days before his rite of passage\, ancient seals crack beneath the sand. Drawn into a hidden world below the desert\, Artesh is driven toward Q’Serath — a sentient city in the clouds where the Opal has waited centuries to be claimed. But the Stones were never meant to be taken easily. What he finds there will force him to decide who he is willing to become — and that choice may cost him everything that makes him human. \nSylphad is a prequel to Shifter and Book Two of The Stone Wardens\, an epic fantasy saga in which ancient Stones awaken across the realm — and those who wield them will shape its fate. \n  \n\n\n \n \nMeet Rico Gonzalez\n\n\nCurrently working on his MFA in Creative Writing at Butler University\, Gonzalez is also a full-time teacher of thirteen years. That fact is even more interesting when his students learn he is a recovered high school dropout. “I took the scenic route” he says\, “It’s my way of saying I did everything the hard way.” Rico’ writing is bet described as heartwarming\, and ventures into videogame or RPG Lit. \nHis book\, The Old Man and the Wingless Angel is what he considers a love letter to his generation. Eighties and Nineties babies will cruise through the book going from one pop culture reference to another. Set in the suburbs of Indiana and in a future that imagines for the reader\, “What will our generation be like when we’re old?” \n  \n\n\n\nThe Old Man & the Wingless Angel \nGraduation is coming for Katie and an existential crisis is holding her thoughts captive. Caught without any clear plans for the future\, Katie clings to the allure of adventure and taking off an a road trip. What starts as as a desire to explore becomes a mission for reunification when a memento from her grandfather’s past unleashes a renewed interest in a a long lost family member. \nForty years ago\, the old man (Katie’s grandfather) was abandoned along with his daughter. Suddenly\, the stakes are higher than just seeing some landmarks. Katie and her party of adventurers will embark on a forty-year-old quest\, but one person stands in her way\, her own mother. \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n \n \nMeet Julia Plake\n\n\nJulie Louise Plake\, author of the children’s book Smorgasbord Chickens\, draws inspiration from family\, farm life\, and the values of kindness and community. \nJulie is a longtime resident of Indianapolis and Carmel. She loves connecting with people of all ages throughout Central Indiana\, and her years of experience in board development\, volunteer engagement\, and faith-based leadership have deepened her heart for stories that celebrate kindness\, connection\, and community. \nJulie lives with her husband\, Tom\, and their two sons\, Nat and Noah\, who continue to inspire her imagination and her love of family-centered storytelling. \n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\nSmorgasbord Chickens: A Heartwarming Farmyard Tale of Kindness  \nOn a charming family farm—complete with a big house\, little house\, barn\, bountiful garden\, and playful critters—live a lively flock of hens known as “the girls”: Henrietta Lavender\, Beatrice\, Matilda\, Maisy\, and Delilah the White Sultan. Each has her favorite treats\, from veggie stew to salmon ramen and lobster bits. The farmer’s family generously shares kitchen scraps\, making mealtime a daily delight. \nEnter Fred\, the thoughtful new rooster. When scrumptious scraps like pancakes\, popcorn\, and monkey bread scatter across the yard\, the hens race to gobble them up first. But Fred hangs back\, whispering his motto: “Me third.” Inspired by his mama’s wisdom\, “Always think of others… share your heart”\, he teaches the flock that true joy comes from kindness\, patience\, and putting friends before favorites. \nTouched by Fred’s example\, the hens hush\, nudge treats his way\, and adopt a new coop code: take turns\, be polite\, and let love lead. Soon\, the whole farm\, from cows and sheep to the dog Honeybell\, lives by “Be kind\, be last\, think me third.” This gentle\, rhyming story celebrates sharing\, compassion\, and community. \n  \n\n\n \n \nMeet Nicole Velazquez\n\n\nNicole Velazquez is a Puerto Rican author\, avid reader and lover of all things fantasy. She earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University\, with concentrations on science and cultural education. She has a passion for story telling\, Caribbean history\, and bringing awareness about matters that affect BIPOC communities. \nNicole currently resides in Indiana with her family\, and two dogs\, and works as a fourth grade teacher. One of her goals in life: give her readers pain with twists they don’t see coming. \n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\nA Touch of Destiny  \nFor centuries\, ominous whispers foretold the arrival of a sinister omen of ruin who will bring the end of times. This conqueror will rise and change the tides\, no matter the consequences.  \nAfter a botched marriage proposal and a rejection from her dream job\, actress Luz Narváez García is left with a deep desire to disappear from the public eye. Her wish comes true when an unknown magical force transports her back to the 1680’s – a time where piracy\, colonization\, and debauchery were commonplace.  \nLost in time\, Luz finds herself surrounded by the ruthless waters of the Caribbean\, where everything has a price. Between a lethal power hungry naval officer\, riddled with deep desires of revenge\, and a mysterious bloodthirsty pirate who steals her indispensable necklace and kidnaps her\, she’s thrust into a dangerous role in the treacherous politics of piracy.  \nCaught up in a web of danger and intrigue\, Luz must use her wits and cunning to not only ensure her survival but to also outsmart those who seek a higher power only she is meant to wield… all while finding a way back home that doesn’t alter the course of history catastrophically. \n\n  \n\n \n \nMeet B.A. Williamson\n\n\nB. A. Williamson is the overly caffeinated writer of The Chronicles of Gwendolyn Gray. When not doing battle with the demons in the typewriter\, he can be found wandering Indianapolis with his family\, singing in a tuxedo\, or taming middle-schooler actors. \nHe is a recipient of the Eli Lilly Teacher Creativity Fellowship. Please direct all complaints and your darkest secrets to williamsonwriter@gmail.com\, @BAWrites on social media\, or visit gwendolyngray.com. \n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\nGwendolyn Gray Trilogy  \nGwendolyn Gray faces an overwhelming battle every day: keeping her imagination under control. It’s a struggle for a dreamer like Gwendolyn\, in a city of identical gray skyscrapers\, clouds that never clear\, and grown-ups who never understand. \nBut when her daydreams come alive and run amok in The City\, the struggle to control them becomes as real as the furry creatures infesting her bedroom. Worse yet\, she’s drawn the attention of the Faceless Gentlemen\, who want to preserve order in The City by erasing Gwendolyn and her troublesome creations. \nWith the help of two explorers from another world\, Gwendolyn escapes and finds herself in a land of clockwork inventions and colorful creations. Now Gwendolyn must harness her powers and\, with a gang of airship pirates\, stop the Faceless Gentlemen from destroying the new world she loves and the home that never wanted her—before every world becomes gray and dull. \n\n\nFREE Ticket – 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! \n\n\nInterested in being an Featured Author in future 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 to learn more.
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/author-expo-at-indy-reads-4/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260718T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260718T173000
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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 4:30-6:30pm 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-43/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260719T140000
DTSTAMP:20260120T154704Z
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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-21/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T165619Z
CREATED:20260609T142539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T165619Z
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning (ELL) Conversation Circles (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Indy Reads welcomes English Language Learning (ELL) students of all ages to practice English with us! Every Sunday\, 3pm-4pm at Indy Reads and Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm this summer. 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN 46203. \n\n\n\nThis program is open to the public!
URL:https://indyreads.org/event/english-language-learning-ell-conversation-circles-in-person-7/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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