On July 26, 1990, the American Disability Act (ADA) was signed into law. To celebrate, the Gal’s Guide Library is putting a spotlight on the amazing disabled gals around the world and in our vibrant communities.
Books about Disabled History
Gal’s Guide Podcast
- July 3 – no episode because of the 4th of July Holiday
- July 10 – Tammy Duckworth
- July 17 – Annie Jump Cannon
- July 24 – Judith Huemann
- July 31 – Jordyn Zimmerman
Special Events This Month
First Friday
July 7 is a wonderful day to stop by the library. We are open late from 12pm-9pm. Hang out
with the Gal’s Guide Crew and see what’s new!
History Faire
Participate in our History Faire! We’re looking for awesome people to research a person from Ham Co, create a presentation board, and dress up as their person for the Gal’s Guide History Faire. Not only is this quirky (and tons of fun) but there are prizes! Register before July 8.
Writer’s Galaxy Intensive
Jeff Couch is your guide for 3 days of writing. he’ll provide story prompts, a schedule, and instruction. Gal’s Guide will keep the space open for writers to connect with the stories that are within them.
Unfortunately, this event was canceled.
LGBTQ+ Ally Meetup
For the member of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to have an open space for dialogue, and support. A place that protects inspires, and empowers the young and all.
Saturday, July 1 at 2pm
This month, Angela from Indiana Youth Group is our special speaker. She’ll tell us about the resources IYG has as well as host a Queer Bingo/Queer Trivia Game…with prizes!!!!!
Walking Club
This month Josh is leading a walking tour to learn about the Noblesville librarian Lulu Miesse. Join us for a walk around Noblesville.
We are welcome to all fitness levels. Dress for warm weather and apply sunblock. Subject to cancellation due to weather, keep an eye on our social media pages for cancellations.
Rescheduled to July 29 due to weather.
Film Club
Our film this month is Crip Camp. A groundbreaking summer camp for teens with disabilities proves so inspiring that a group of its alumni join the radical disability rights movement to advocate for historic legislation changes.
Our film this month is Crip Camp (2020). Available only on Netflix.
Film Club meets on Thursday, July 20 at 5:30pm
Zoom Only
Book Club
Our book this month is Sitting Pretty: the view from my ordinary resilient disabled body
Book Club meets on Thursday, July 27 at 8pm on Zoom
Tara Circle
Join us for an online study and practice of Buddhism.
Our book study is How to Free Your Mind: The Practice of Tara the Liberator by Thubten Chodron
Every Saturday at 10am on Zoom.
Writer’s Galaxy
On Wednesday we write! A wonderful space where writers can drop in and be writerly.
Online and in-person options
Every Wednesday at 4:30pm
Get in Touch.
Don’t hesitate to reach out with the contact information below, or send a message using the form.
Library Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Thursday
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Friday
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Saturday
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
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