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Keep 'Em Busy

Educational Fun for Kids

Stuck at home? Your kids can still have fun - and keep up those important reading (and pre-reading) skills, too.

This page is full of activities created and selected specially by LCPL youth services librarians just for our youngest patrons.

Show Us Your Work!

Have you tried an activity or challenge from this page? Read a book we recommended? Send an email to kids@lcplin.org with pictures or a book review and we'll display them on a special page.

See what kids have shared with us so far!

Just Added:

Check here for the newest activities just added to the page!

• How to Draw Animals (Video)

Crafts & Activities

Video Guides

Check out our playlist of crafts and activities you can enjoy with your kids!

Printables and Other Fun

Simple games, challenges, and activities for you and your child. You can print these at home, or simply open them on your computer or tablet and follow the instructions.

Shape Strength Test Needs paper, tape, and heavy items (like books!)

Home Scavenger Hunt

Building with Cardboard Cut-Outs Needs cardboard (like cereal boxes) and scissors

Make a Menu Needs old magazines/grocery flyers, scissors, glue/tape, paper, markers

Outside Scavenger Hunt

ABC Sensory Bins Needs a container and pasta/rice/beans

Library Summer Logo Challenge

Fairy Home Challenge

Fairy Tale Find-It

Mermaid Treasure Hunt

Pirate Treasure Hunt

Fall Bucket List

Roll Your Own Monster

Bake Your Own Dog Treats

How to Make Cat Treats

Art Club:

Featured Artist: Frida Kahlo

Cave Paintings

Hispanic Heritage Month

Claude Monet, Light & Shadow

African American Artists

Playing Our Way to Literacy: Small activities to do each day, week by week, to build your child's pre-reading skills at home.

Week One: Color - Black and White

Week Two: Color - Black and White

Week Three: Color - Black and White

Week Four: Color - Black and White

Week Five: Color - Black and White

Week Six: Color - Black and White

Week Seven: Color - Black and White

Week Eight: Color - Black and White

Week Nine: Color - Black and White

Week Ten: Color - Black and White

Week Eleven: Color - Black and White

Week Twelve: Color - Black and White

Week Thirteen: Color - Black and White

Week Fourteen: Color - Black and White

Week Fifteen: Color - Black and White

Week Sixteen: Color - Black and White

Week Seventeen: Color - Black and White

Week Eighteen: Color - Black and White

STEAM Challenges

Long Cut Challenge Needs paper, scissors

Tube Stack Challenge Needs cardboard tubes, scissors

Marble Run Needs a marble or ball, tape

Newspaper Building Needs newspapers, tape

Foil Boat Needs foil. Optional: pennies or other weights

Catapult Needs craft sticks, rubber bands, spoon, cotton ball or crumpled paper

LEGO Maze Needs LEGO bricks or other building blocks, a marble

Book Dominoes Needs books

Monthly STEAM Challenges:

• September: Sharks
Try the activities - Watch the video

• October: Pirates
Try the activities - Watch the video

• November: Native American Nations
Try the activities - Watch the video

• December: Cookie Chemistry
Try the activities - Watch the video

• January 2021: True or False
Try the activities - Watch the video

• February 2021: Photography
Try the Activities - Watch the Video

• March 2021: Puzzles and Critical Thinking
Watch the Video - Try the Activities

• April 2021: Secret Codes
Watch the Video - Download the PDF

Step Into STEAM (for ages 2-6):

• September: Rainbows
Try the activities - Watch the Video

• October: Pumpkins
Try the activities - Watch the Video

• November: Making Butter
Try the activities - Watch the Video

• December: Coding
Try the activities - Watch the video

• January: Shapes
Try the activities - Watch the video

• February: Color Mixing
Watch the Video - Try the Activities

• March: Leprechaun Traps
Watch the Video - Try the Activities

• April: Recycling
Watch the Video - Download the PDF

• May: Flashlight Exploration
Watch the Video - Download the PDF

• June: Animal Exploration
Watch the Video - Download the PDF

• July: Counting in Nature
Watch the Video - Download the PDF

Upcoming Events

Off the Hook

Wed, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the... more

Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Tween Learn to Crochet: Ages 8-12

Wed, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Learn basic crochet stitches by making a granny square. This versatile design can be a coaster, a trivet, or even a baby blanket! Hooks... more

Learn basic crochet stitches by making a granny square. This versatile design can be a coaster, a trivet, or even a baby blanket! Hooks and yarn provided. Or bring your own G, H, or I hooks

This event is full

Crochet @ Your Library

Wed, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Public Tables

Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or... more

Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Teen Financial Literacy Classes - Hosted by Misty De La Cruz of First Financial Bank

Wed, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.

Kids Club: Ages 6-12

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-12, are invited to this program where they will learn to make a craft!

This event is full

LEGO® Night

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children and their families are invited to create and play with LEGO® in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be... more

Children and their families are invited to create and play with LEGO® in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Teen Rainbow Club

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Teen Rainbow Club is a monthly social space for LGBTQIA+ teens & allies. Come for informal discussion, snacks, and crafts. Please register.

Teen Craft: Floral Bookmarks

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will make a spring themed bookmark using pressed flowers! Ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Power Paws for Kids

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Teen Advisory Board

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Earn volunteer hours while helping us plan teen programming and services. For grades 6-12.

Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Our Missing Hearts" by Celeste Ng.

Art Club (Grades K-5)

Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or... more

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Virtual Livestream Author Talk with Xochitl Gonzalez - Bestselling author of Olga Dies Dreaming

Wed, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online

Join a livestream chat with Xochitl Gonzalez about her new novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Click HERE to register & submit questions... more

Join a livestream chat with Xochitl Gonzalez about her new novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Click HERE to register & submit questions for the author.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months

Thu, Apr 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)

Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas... more

Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.

Thursday Threaders

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the... more

Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to... more

For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

One-on-One: Tech Help

Thu, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Storytime: Ages 2-3

Thu, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that teach... more

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Thu, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months

Thu, Apr 18, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Storytime: Ages 2-3

Thu, Apr 18, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities.... more

Program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

This event is full

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - Presented by Purdue University Extension

Thu, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Lake County has the highest incidence of Alzheimer's disease and dementia out of all counties in Indiana. Learn the 10 warning signs and... more

Lake County has the highest incidence of Alzheimer's disease and dementia out of all counties in Indiana. Learn the 10 warning signs and know what to do when you notice them.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Thu, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dyer-Schererville Branch - Info Desk Tables

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Earth Day Activities (Grades K-5)

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Help us get ready for Earth Day with some eco-friendly activities!

Teen Gaming

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Come on down to the library to play games on the Switch! We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, and more! Must... more

Come on down to the library to play games on the Switch! We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, and more! Must register! Ages 11-17. If you have your own joycons, bring them!

Life Skills 101 (Grades K-5) - Money Management

Thu, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Life is hard enough on its own, join us as we touch on some common skills not everyone may know.

Rescheduled

Upcycle Crafts: Bottle Planter

Fri, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

New date Saturday, April 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart

Join us to craft a planter to grow your plants from seed to sprout!

Creative Greeting Cards (FEE)

Fri, Apr 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us and create enchanting homemade greeting cards with assistance from local Debbie Rodriguez with The Basement Bunch. Cash fee of... more

Join us and create enchanting homemade greeting cards with assistance from local Debbie Rodriguez with The Basement Bunch. Cash fee of $15 paid at time of event covers all materials for 3-4 cards.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own... more

Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Power Paws for Kids

Sat, Apr 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

DS - Children's Area

In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Craft and Chat

Sat, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Bring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of... more

Bring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.

An American in Paris

Sat, Apr 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Three friends struggle to find work in Paris. Things become more complicated when two of them fall in love with the same woman. Runtime... more

Three friends struggle to find work in Paris. Things become more complicated when two of them fall in love with the same woman. Runtime of 114 minutes.

Upcycle Crafts: Bottle Planter

Sat, Apr 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us to craft a planter to grow your plants from seed to sprout!

Citizenship Class

Mon, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Mon, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease - Alzheimer's Awareness

Mon, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Purdue Extension Lake County, partnering with the Alzheimer's Association®, will offer 4 classes about the growing need for detection... more

Purdue Extension Lake County, partnering with the Alzheimer's Association®, will offer 4 classes about the growing need for detection and support of Alzheimer's disease and dementia in our community.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be... more

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Teen Book Tea

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room

Teens let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and talk about a different book. In April we are reading A Good Girls Guide to... more

Teens let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and talk about a different book. In April we are reading A Good Girls Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Financial Literacy Month - Centier to You

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Budgeting & Savings, 2)... more

April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Budgeting & Savings, 2) Credit & Paying Down Debt, 3) Homeownership, and 4) Retirement.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be... more

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Teen Gaming

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with... more

A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. Registration is required. Ages 12 - 18

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Tue, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books,... more

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

In this program, children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Storytime: Ages 4-5

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that... more

4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books,... more

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

Storytime: Ages 2-3

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teaches early... more

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teaches early literacy skills. In-person craft time will follow the storytime.

This event is full

Budgeting and Saving - with First Financial Bank

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Learn how to save and create an attainable budget with First Financial Bank

New Parent Meet Up

Tue, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Parents and caregivers of children, birth-23 months, are welcome to chat with one another and enjoy a refreshment while children explore... more

Parents and caregivers of children, birth-23 months, are welcome to chat with one another and enjoy a refreshment while children explore with books and puzzles! Registration is required.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Apr 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes,... more

This is a storytime program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Apr 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books,... more

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Tue, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in-person craft that teaches pre-reading skills. This... more

Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in-person craft that teaches pre-reading skills. This program is for kids 4 to 6 years of age and their caregivers.

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Invisible Life by Addie LaRue" by V.E. Schwab. Copies are available at the... more

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Invisible Life by Addie LaRue" by V.E. Schwab. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

From Scratch by Tembi Locke - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room

The Virtual Between the Lines Book Club reads From Scratch by Tembi Locke. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the... more

The Virtual Between the Lines Book Club reads From Scratch by Tembi Locke. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Teen & Tween Galaxy Space Slime

Tue, Apr 23, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Participants ages 9 through 13 can register for this 45- minute program where they will make their own galaxy space slime.

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Have you seen people playing games like Dungeons & Dragons and want to try it yourself? We will be playing the fantasy RPG "Dragonbane",... more

Have you seen people playing games like Dungeons & Dragons and want to try it yourself? We will be playing the fantasy RPG "Dragonbane", a game similar to D&D. Beginners are welcome. For ages 12-18.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Tue, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #3

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Calumet Astronomical Society

Tue, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join the Calumet Astronomical Society to learn about various topics on the cosmos!

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Wed, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books,... more

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Caregive & Coffee Hour

Wed, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is... more

Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is not required.

Off the Hook

Wed, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the... more

Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Apr 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and... more

Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!

This event is full

Teen Gaming

Wed, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! We provide the games...you bring your friends... more

Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Wed, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Children and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various block play stations for an hour of block play and learning.

Storytime: Ages 4-5

Wed, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-5.

Crochet @ Your Library

Wed, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Public Tables

Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or... more

Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Canceled

Teen Advisory Board

Wed, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville

Assist librarians to make the library your space. Improve activities and programs and earn volunteer hours!

Teen: Werewolf - A Social Game for Teens

Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Werewolf is a social deduction game where you must find out who the werewolf is before everyone else is taken out. Need at least 5... more

Werewolf is a social deduction game where you must find out who the werewolf is before everyone else is taken out. Need at least 5 people to play. Ages 11-17

Teen Minute to Win It

Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will compete in a variety of minute to win it games for cool prizes! Ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Art Club (Grades K-5)

Wed, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or... more

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Casablanca - Classic Film

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's classic film, Casablanca. Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thursday Threaders

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the... more

Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to... more

For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

All Ability: Hangout

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Meeting Room A

All Ability: Hangout is a program designed for adults with special needs. Each session we will read picture books and do an activity... more

All Ability: Hangout is a program designed for adults with special needs. Each session we will read picture books and do an activity centered around a theme. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Sensory Storytime: Session 1

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we read a story and enjoy sensory supporting stations of play. Space is limited. Please register every child and adult attending.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Thu, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

From Scratch by Tembi Locke - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Apr 25, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)

The Between the Lines Book Club reads From Scratch by Tembi Locke. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville... more

The Between the Lines Book Club reads From Scratch by Tembi Locke. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Genealogy Class: North Township Genealogy - Resources at the Hammond Public Library Special Collections

Thu, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

Join us for a genealogy program. Amanda Aguilera from the Hammond Public Library in Lake County, Indiana will be our in person speaker. ... more

Join us for a genealogy program. Amanda Aguilera from the Hammond Public Library in Lake County, Indiana will be our in person speaker. Join via Zoom as well.

Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Michelle Zauner's "Crying in H Mart." Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Sensory Storytime: Session 2

Thu, Apr 25, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we read a story and enjoy sensory supporting stations of play. Space is limited. Please register every child and adult attending.

Board Meeting

Thu, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be photographed and... more

Children may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be photographed and displayed on the next month's flyer!

Adult Craft Night: Fairy Gardens

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Create a miniature fairy garden at our next Adult Craft Night! All materials will be provided, but bring your own miniatures if you... more

Create a miniature fairy garden at our next Adult Craft Night! All materials will be provided, but bring your own miniatures if you like. Miniatures can be purchased from Amazon or Dollar Tree.

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PJ Storytime

Thu, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for bedtime stories and songs. Wear your favorite pajamas and sing along to some lullabies. PJs are encouraged but not required.

Teen Financial Literacy Classes - Hosted by Misty De La Cruz of First Financial Bank

Fri, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Fri, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various block play stations for an hour of block play and learning.

Comfort Reading with a Dog - LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs

Fri, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart Branch - Children's Area

Meet and read to a local LCC K-9 comfort dog and its handler. LCC K-9 comfort dogs show kindness and calm to people throughout the... more

Meet and read to a local LCC K-9 comfort dog and its handler. LCC K-9 comfort dogs show kindness and calm to people throughout the community and beyond, making them excellent listeners.

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