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The Write Space
2023-02-21 19:00:00 2023-02-21 20:00:00 America/New_York The Write Space Virtual support group for writers and aspiring writers. Main Library - Adult Virtual Programming Room

Tuesday, February 21
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-21 19:00:00 2023-02-21 20:00:00 America/New_York The Write Space Virtual support group for writers and aspiring writers. Main Library - Adult Virtual Programming Room

Main Library

Adult Virtual Programming Room

Virtual support group for writers and aspiring writers.

Writers and aspiring writers are invited to join our Zoom meeting to participate in writing prompts, chatting, and dreaming about next steps in your writing life.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Language & Writing |

Main Library
Phone: 574-282-4646
Branch manager
Stephanie Murphy
Hours
Mon, May 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 18 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Features: numerous public meeting rooms, public computers, wireless laptops and iPads for in-house use and vending area.

Upcoming events

Playtime
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Intro to Theatre with the South Bend Civic Theatre
Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room
Middle and... more
Middle and high school students! Explore theatre through workshops that introduce acting basics and present hands-on projects for students to explore lighting, sound, costume design, and more.
Babytime
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Storytime
Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Regulate Big Feelings with Peaceful Spot!
Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story House
Learn to... more
Learn to regulate big emotions with Peaceful Spot from A Little Spot of Emotions series. Equip yourself and your little one with the tools to shrink big emotions when they show up! Ages 3 - 5.
Gallery Reception - Artist Greg Moore
Thu, May 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Gallery
Artist Greg... more
Artist Greg Moore joins us to share his art pieces with us in our gallery! Stop by for light refreshments and a celebration of Greg's works!
Babytime
Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Jump off the Page! Fairy Tale Noir Workshop - Presented by the South Bend Civic Theatre
Sat, May 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Story House
Get ready... more
Get ready to put on your detective hat as we retell classic fairytales with a 1940's noir twist through story dramatization and character creation in this Creative Dramatics Workshop. Grades K - 5.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room
Come to the... more
Come to the Teen Room every two weeks to learn about a new playable race or class in D&D, create your own character, and use that character to play a mini-game!
Lego Builder Challenge
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story House
Can you... more
Can you master the LEGO Builder Challenge? Test your building and creativity skills. Join us as we plan, build, and then share about our creations. Recommended for ages 8 to 12.
Playtime
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Intro to Theatre with the South Bend Civic Theatre
Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room
Middle and... more
Middle and high school students! Explore theatre through workshops that introduce acting basics and present hands-on projects for students to explore lighting, sound, costume design, and more.
The Write Space
Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult Virtual Programming Room
A virtual... more
A virtual support group for writers and aspiring writers. Join our Zoom meeting to participate in writing prompts, chatting, and dreaming about next steps in your writing life.
Babytime
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Storytime
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Evening Storytime
Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Babytime
Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
A Musical Masquerade - Tales and Tunes with the Symphony! - Presented by the Shein Trust Community Series
Sat, May 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Story House
Decorate... more
Decorate your own mask and become part of a musical tale with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra! Recommended for ages 3-8.
Playtime
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Babytime
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Storytime
Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Books on Tap
Thu, May 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Literary... more
Literary discussions and heady libations on the last Thursday of each month. Follow us on Facebook or ask to be added to our email for location for that month.
Babytime
Fri, May 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room
Come to the... more
Come to the Teen Room every two weeks to learn about a new playable race or class in D&D, create your own character, and use that character to play a mini-game!
Playtime
Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Camp Craft
Tue, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story House
In this... more
In this series of camp-inspired crafts, you will discover the wonders of color theory and patterns. You’ll learn new skills using a variety of materials, tools, and crafting staples. Ages 6 - 12
Babytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Pokemon Summer
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services
Master your... more
Master your skills as a Pokémon trading card player over Pokémon Summer. Learn about the various regions of the Pokémon world via trivia, crafts and exciting matches. Ages 6 to 11.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jun 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Babytime
Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Firefly Award Read-a-Thon
Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Join us as... more
Join us as we read all five Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award nominees, play games, and create crafts. Children ages 0-5 can then vote for which book they think should win the award!
Playtime
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Camp Craft
Tue, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story House
In this... more
In this series of camp-inspired crafts, you will discover the wonders of color theory and patterns. You’ll learn new skills using a variety of materials, tools, and crafting staples. Ages 6 - 12
Silent Reading Society
Tue, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
A monthly... more
A monthly gathering to share what you’re reading then settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not!
Babytime
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Pokemon Summer
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services
Master your... more
Master your skills as a Pokémon trading card player over Pokémon Summer. Learn about the various regions of the Pokémon world via trivia, crafts and exciting matches. Ages 6 to 11.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Babytime
Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Advanced Jewelry Making
Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room
Like... more
Like working with beads and want to learn more? We'll learn the basics of wirework jewelry making using the tools available to you in the Teen Rom. Ages 12 - 18.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room
Come to the... more
Come to the Teen Room every two weeks to learn about a new playable race or class in D&D, create your own character, and use that character to play a mini-game!
Tiny Tumblers
Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Tumble,... more
Tumble, jump, and play at this obstacle course with games and activities for babies and toddlers. Recommended for ages 0-2.
Lego Builder Challenge
Mon, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story House
Can you... more
Can you master the LEGO Builder Challenge? Test your building and creativity skills. Join us as we plan, build, and then share about our creations. Recommended for ages 8 to 12.
Playtime
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Camp Craft
Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story House
In this... more
In this series of camp-inspired crafts, you will discover the wonders of color theory and patterns. You’ll learn new skills using a variety of materials, tools, and crafting staples. Ages 6 - 12
The Write Space
Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult Virtual Programming Room
A virtual... more
A virtual support group for writers and aspiring writers. Join our Zoom meeting to participate in writing prompts, chatting, and dreaming about next steps in your writing life.
Babytime
Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Pokemon Summer
Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services
Master your... more
Master your skills as a Pokémon trading card player over Pokémon Summer. Learn about the various regions of the Pokémon world via trivia, crafts and exciting matches. Ages 6 to 11.
Babytime
Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Toddler Olympics
Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Your little... more
Your little Olympian is invited to compete in the Toddler Olympics! Your toddler will jump, tumble, and play as they participate in mini Olympic events. Recommended for ages 1-3.
SJCPL Online Book Group - Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi
Mon, Jun 23, 8:00pm - 8:45pm
Adult Virtual Programming Room
In... more
In Freshwater, the author uses a traditional Igbo myth as a new way to tell the story of a young mentally ill Nigerian woman, Ada, who develops separate selves within her.
Playtime
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story House
Help your... more
Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Babytime
Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
Pokemon Summer
Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services
Master your... more
Master your skills as a Pokémon trading card player over Pokémon Summer. Learn about the various regions of the Pokémon world via trivia, crafts and exciting matches. Ages 6 to 11.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.
Books on Tap
Thu, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Literary... more
Literary discussions and heady libations on the last Thursday of each month. Follow us on Facebook or ask to be added to our email for location for that month.
Babytime
Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story House
Interact... more
Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2.
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