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Book Bonanza

Celebrate the Joy of Reading
2026-09-12 10:00:00 2026-09-12 15:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Book Bonanza Join us for a fun-filled celebration for readers of all kinds! Central Library -

Saturday, September 12
10:00am - 3:00pm

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Join us for a fun-filled celebration for readers of all kinds!

Enjoy panels with audiobook narrators, authors, and book cover designers. Connect with fellow readers during genre meetups.  Find your new favorite book during Book Speed Dating. Create book-themed art and browse literary vendors and organizations. You're guaranteed to leave this event with a stuffed TBR (to be read) list. Discover new stories, meet fellow readers, and celebrate the joy of reading!

 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lecture/Panel Discussion | Class/Workshop | Book Discussion | Art/Crafts/Hobbies |

TAGS: | Reading | books | book discussion | #reading | #BookTalk | #Arts&Crafts |

Central Library
Phone: 317-275-4100
Hours
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We're closed Monday November 02 due to Staff Training
We're closed Saturday November 07 due to Monumental Marathon
Mon, Nov 02 Closed
(Staff Training)
Tue, Nov 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 Closed
(Monumental Marathon)
Sun, Nov 08 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

As the hub of the Indianapolis Public Library system, Central Library showcases renowned architecture and services. The original 1917 building, designed by Paul Cret and constructed of Indiana limestone in the Greek Doric style, was considered one of the most outstanding secular buildings in the U.S. Its six-story glass and steel-framed addition, designed by Evans Woollen, opened in 2007.

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