Flora-Monroe Twp.

The seed catalogs are piling up, the days are dreary and long; it must be time to plan your garden. Jump start your growing season by starting your seeds and using cold frames. Carroll County Master Gardeners Judy Berkshire and Jim Tarnowski will guide you through the process in “Extending your Growing Season,” on Feb. 20 at 10 a.m.

Flora Library’s Book Club will discuss the classic, “O Pioneers!” by Willa Cather, on Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. The novel was written in 1913 and tells about the Bergsons, a Swedish immigrant family that settles in Nebraska at the turn of the 20th century. Alexandra Bergson inherits the farm after her father dies, trying to make it while other immigrant families are leaving the harsh prairie life.

The “Make It and Take It!” program at the Porcupine Truffle is this Monday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. Registration is requested for this fun evening. Register at the library, the Porcupine Truffle, or on Facebook.

The programs are part of the library’s “Hot Reads for Cold Nights!” adult winter reading program.

The theme for our next storytime is “Valentine’s Day.” It’s always fun to remember our loved ones on this day. We will have stories and more to celebrate with your Valentine. Preschool storytime meets Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m.

Delphi Public

The library will be closed Feb. 15 in observance of President’s Day. Regular hours will resume Feb. 16 at 10 a.m.

Story Time will be Jan. 25 with a theme of “Under the Big Top.” Baby lap-sit will be 9 a.m., Toddler Story Time from 10 to 11 and Preschool from 11:30 to 12:15 p.m. Marcia Sledd will tell stories, sing songs and play games that are all about circus fun.

Justin and Melissa Darling will present, “From Ethiopia to Indiana; One year later” Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. It has been one year since the Darlings brought the newest member of their family, Abeba, from Ethiopia to their home in rural Delphi. The audience will travel with the Darlings through stories and slides while they recount their experiences with international adoption, Ethiopian culture and the journey that their family made in preparation to bringing Abeba home. A sampling of Ethiopian foods will be provided for guests. Call the library to reserve a seat.

Coffee Beat featuring Scott Greeson will be Feb. 20 at 7 p.m.

Take a “Journey with Johannie” through Germany and Austria with Johannie (John) Neumann will be Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. He will share his best picks for sites, scenery and even food. Call to make a reservation.

For information, call (765) 564-2929.

Burlington

A new knitting/crochet group is meeting Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Burlington Community Library starting this month. All levels of expertise are welcome. Enjoy an informal time working on a current project or a new one. Share your ideas and information. Everyone is welcome.

Camden Public

Camden Public Library is starting its annual “There’s Snow Better Time to Read” reading club. To register, call the library between Feb. 4-6. Participants are asked to read two books per month through March 31, the program ending date.

Those who need their books delivered should call the library.