City Critter Chats: Animalia

“Nitro Joe 2012: Air in Action”

Children of all ages are invited to this ephemeral and billowing show that will help them understand just how real air really is. Nitro Joe will use air pressure to crush objects and move things around. Bernoulli’s

Principal will be demonstrated by making toilet paper fly and by creating Tornado Donuts. This workshop is made possible in part by Friends of the Library and The Kroger Co. through gifts to

The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.

“Watch Out! There Are Animals About”

Children of all ages are invited to explore our city habitat and keep an eye out for animals because they’re everywhere! They’ll view live “city animals” and learn how they live with and around people.

Automaton Creation Workshop

Children ages 6 - 12 are invited to create an automaton (figurative) with moving parts, such as arms and legs, and decorate it in the style of author and illustrator Brian Selznick. This workshop is presented by

Steampunk Inventor’s Journal Workshop for Teens

Teens are invited to create an “Inventor’s Journal” using a simple bookbinding process and metal bossing techniques to decorate the cover. They’ll learn about the origins of Steampunk and the importance of gears and together art and writing through the role of the inventor.