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Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways people living with dementia communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us at Batesville Library to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common […]

Free Paper Shredding at the Batesville Library parking lot from 10am until 1pm. Just pull up to the truck and unload. 5 Box Limit. Truck will leave before 1 PM if it is full. Items that will be accepted: Office Paper; Computer Paper; Copy Paper; Post-It Notes; Note Pads (no metal bindings); Magazines; Newspapers; Envelopes […]

A Novel Idea is BMPL's book club. Join us each month to explore and discuss the month's book. Retired English teacher Steve Holland is our book guide. A Novel Idea Book Club meets in the library on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1:30 pm. NO sign up...no commitment. The October book is To […]

Statistics show that over 50% of all accidents occur in the home and for senior adults that statistic is even higher. The good news is there are simple changes you can make to your home, or the home of an aging loved one, that can help lessen the chances of a home accident. There is […]

This is a BMPL HOMESCHOOL program where participants will draw their own fossils to be transformed into beautiful magnets. This program is for grades Pre-K to 2nd and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Eli’s Dog Club presents another fun evening with Nanny! Join us at Batesville Library in the Activity Lab in the children's area! Read and hang out with Nanny! We always have a fun activity that night as well. NO REGISTRATION. COME AND GO AS YOU PLEASE. This is an all ages program.

Southeast Indiana Creative Collective: a community for local artists to share, create, and explore together. Pottery, photography, painting, crafting, illustration, writing, music, fashion, theatre, sewing/quilting, embroidery, dance, printmaking, graphic design—there are no rules about what kind of creative person you have to be to join! Have Questions? Email kerseykatie@gmail.com This program is by SEI Creative […]

Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, is an ancient art technique that involves applying a heated wax medium mixed with pigments to a surface. This class will use these classical techniques along with embedding techniques of collage enabling each participant to create a one of a kind piece. This class will be led […]