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Photos of teen and adult activities: crochet, books, craft supplies, computer work

Something to Do

While Staying Home

Stuck at home? We're here to make it a little better, because teens and adults need enrichment just as much as kids do.

This page will be updated periodically with new activities!

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Virtual Puzzle: Hydrangeas at Dyer-Schererville

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Video Guides: Crafts & Activities

Genealogy Corner

Read This: LCPL Staff Picks

Virtual Jigsaw Puzzles

Other Things to Do (printables and more)

Virtual Escape Room

Can you make it to the end?

Tests of the Worthy Chapter 1: Trial of Cunning and Insight

Tests of the Worthy Chapter 2: Trial of Strength

 

Video Guides: Crafts & Activities

Check out our playlist of crafts and how-tos (designed specially to be done with materials you probably have at home - no need to run to the craft store). We've included some tutorials on how to use our lesser-known online collections, as well!


Virtual Jigsaw Puzzles

Tip: To make the puzzles more challenging, click the rotate icon when you first open them! Or, click the grid icon to give the puzzle more (or less!) pieces.

 Purple Trees at Merrillville Branch

Sign and books Practice Shelf Care

Gnome on top of a stack of gardening books Gnome Sweet Gnome

Black tote with neon green handles. Books are popping out the top LCPL Bag O' Books

A terrier reading the book Ivan the Terrier Ivan the Terrier

The Reader statue wearing a red mask Mask Up Hoosiers!

A bronze frog sitting cross legged under a rainbow with books on meditation, coping, and being happy Peace, Love, & Books

An open book sitting on a tray in the grass with a vase of purple flowers, a teapot, a cracker and cheese plate, and a mug that says bookmarks are for quitters Bookmarks are for Quitters

Two stormtroopers behind a library desk. One is on the phone, the other is offering a book for his inspection These are Not the Books You're Looking For

The display case at lake station new chicago branch with paper decorations of books and paper letters spelling Our Books Missed You Our Books Missed You

A book lying open on a table with two stacks of books in front of it, and beyond that library shelves filled with books So Many Books

Display case filled with paper cut out decorations: Balloons, letters spelling Glad You're Back, bookworms, and books Glad You're Back

A white dog wearing glasses sitting on an old school desk with an open book. Books are Fun

A dog wearing glasses reading a book at an old timey school desk No, You Can't Borrow My Book

A 3D owl made of the pages of a discarded book Bookworm Owl

A young man sits at a picnic table reading under a large tree with splendid orange, yellow, and green leaves. Many leaves already litter the ground around him. Take a Break

R2D2 pushes a star wars book into a book drop outside Munster Branch R2D2 Returns Books

A waypointing sign showing destinations like Camelot, Who-ville, Panem, The Shire Your Next Adventure

Funny DVDs like Shazam, Rookie of the Year, and Skate Kitchen set on fake snow with snowflakes in the background Chase Away the Winter Blues

Bronze statue of two children reading on a bench Reading Statue

A small brown and white dog looking at the children's book Harry the Dirty Dog Harry Reads

Image of Bernie Sanders from the 2021 inauguration sitting with crossed arms and legs and very large mittens. Text reads Get Your Mittens on a good book. Get Your Mittens on a Good Book

A lamp in the shape of an open book, its pages glowing. It sits on top of a DVD called Enlighten Up, a book called Think by Guy P Harrison, and a book called The Dark Side of the Enlightenment by John Fleming Enlightenment

A chess board mid-game with chess instructional books stood up behind the board, one open on the corner. The novel The Queen's Gambit with the Netflix adaptation cover is in the foreground  The Queen's Gambit

The brick wall above a short bookshelf is decorated with a paper cut out of a large popcorn bag and scattered popcorn pieces. Letters spell out Pop into the library and check out a good movie  Movie Time

A row of ducks on a ledge - a few rubber ducks, a ceramic one, and in the middle Rosella wearing a face mask that looks like a duck bill  Ducks in a Row

Photo of the branch taken from a low angle with flowering plants large in the foreground  A Beautiful Day at Lake Station-New Chicago Branch

Photo of people standing at different levels on stairs holding signs that say we heart our library  We Love Our Library

Photo of a bulletin board decorated with paper ocean cut outs  Check Out the Ocean

Photo of a bulletin board decorated with tropical forest trees and animal cut outs  Check Out the Tropical Forest

Display case with a map and settings of books marked with pins and yarn  Reading Can Take You Everywhere

Woman taking many books from a shelf  I Have No Shelf Control

Stack of books with a library card on top  Library Card Sign Up Month

A brown and white dog sits among stacks and stacks of books  Perdy's Collection

Wooden shelves stocked wtih horrow books and decorated with a black cat and flying bats. There is caution tape over the front  Cats, Bats, and Books

A bulletin board with flyers for genealogy tools and events  Genealogy Offerings

A display of books all with red covers  Warm Up to a Good Book

The New Release DVD section at Merrillville  New Releases

The Giraffe sculpture from the children's department  Cecily the Giraffe

Four library workers posing with mustaches attached to the front of their face masks  We Mustache You to Solve This

A book open on a table with its center pages folded in to resemble a heart  I Heart Books

A book with several pages folded in such a way that it looks like a heart is popping out  Book Heart

The exterior of Merrillville Branch taken from a distance  Merrillville Branch

Book spines arranged in a rainbow by color on a shelf with a stuffed cat  Rainbow Books

A huge brigantine made of paper and cardboard sitting atop a bookshelf  Sail into Summer Reading

A small typewriter paperweight. The paper in it says Help. Stacks of books stretch out behind it  Need Some Help Choosing?

Huge stacks of cardboard book boxes and a round table full of books  The Big Book Sale

A library staff member holds up an old book about Dimetrodon and mimics the reptile's open mouthed grinning expression  Mimicking Dimetrodon

A large display case holding colorful dia de los muertos decorations  Día de los Muertos

Cookbooks for soup  National Soup Month

a person lying sprawled underneath many many books  Buried in Books

Chair and book with wordcloud about libraries on the wall  A Library Corner

A bushy hydrangea plant  Hydrangeas at Dyer-Schererville

Book growing a treeGenealogy Corner

Brushing up on your family history? We can help.

Online Genealogy Research Tools

How to Find Genealogy Webinars During Quarantine

Using City Directories for Genealogy (Video) 

Read This!

LCPL staff picks for teens and adults


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Upcoming Events
Building Blocks to Literacy
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Registration for all... more
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Registration for all children & adults attending is required.
This event is full
Teen Craft: Make Your Own Trading Cards
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
Create and exchange original trading card art! Draw, color, paint...whatever your creativity calls for. Then swap cards with your fellow... more
Create and exchange original trading card art! Draw, color, paint...whatever your creativity calls for. Then swap cards with your fellow creators. Supplies are provided. Pre-registration is required.
Classic Film - The Lost World (1925)
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us for a showing of The Lost World based on the novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This movie is a precursor to other dinosaur films... more
Join us for a showing of The Lost World based on the novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This movie is a precursor to other dinosaur films such as Jurassic Park. Silent Film, run time 1 h 44m
Teen/Tween: Break a Record!
Sat, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Want to know how fast you can eat Jell-O with chopsticks? Or how fast you can type the alphabet backwards on an iPad? Try that and more... more
Want to know how fast you can eat Jell-O with chopsticks? Or how fast you can type the alphabet backwards on an iPad? Try that and more at our first Break a Record event! Ages 10-17. Must register!
Citizenship Class
Mon, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This class will help prepare adults to pass the USCIS test.
Lightning Strike by William Kent Krueger
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
A pitch perfect, richly imagined story that is both an edge-of-your-seat thriller and an evocative, emotionally charged coming of age... more
A pitch perfect, richly imagined story that is both an edge-of-your-seat thriller and an evocative, emotionally charged coming of age tale. Prequel to the Cork O'Connor series.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 1:20pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
International Film: Memory House
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Join us for our international Film Series. Adults only. Portuguese and German with English subtitles. 94 Minutes. Registration required.
Crafternoon for Families
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of making crafts! We will have a wide variety of craft supplies for you to create something special.
This event is full
Preschool Playdate: Ages 3-5
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 3-5 with caregivers, will interact at various play stations. Playing helps children learn language, literacy, social, and... more
Children, ages 3-5 with caregivers, will interact at various play stations. Playing helps children learn language, literacy, social, and other skills. Play also nurtures creativity.
This event is full
Yoga for Kids
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a 60-minute yoga class for kids in grades K-6. Registration is required. Please bring your own yoga mat.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 1:20pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for kids 4-6 years old, featuring stories, music and take home craft, that help develop early literacy skills.... more
This is a storytime for kids 4-6 years old, featuring stories, music and take home craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.
This event is full
Magic and Art of Dan Gogh
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Hobart Community Center
Artist-Magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity.  Event will be held at the Hobart Community... more
Artist-Magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity.  Event will be held at the Hobart Community Center. Registration is required.
This event is full
Trolls - Sensory Friendly Family Movie
Mon, Jun 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Bring the whole family! The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members can move around, talk, and sing. Snacks... more
Bring the whole family! The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members can move around, talk, and sing. Snacks are welcome (clear drinks only)! Rated PG, 93 minutes
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Mon, Jun 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
This event is full
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - 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.
Dan Gogh's Magic and Art Show
Mon, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Artist-Magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity. 
Teen Gaming - Nintendo Switch
Mon, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Hobart - Children's Program 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 you can bring them.
Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6
Mon, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel... more
This is a storytime program for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Teens are invited to help the Highland branch create projects and programs that you would like to attend. Snacks will be provided. Ages... more
Teens are invited to help the Highland branch create projects and programs that you would like to attend. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12 – 18.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jun 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
In this program toddlers and their caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, and music.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 10:50am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that... more
This is a 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.
Paint'n Time
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program 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, Jun 13, 10:30am - 10:50am
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, Jun 13, 10:30am - 10:50am
Munster - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that... more
This is a 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.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 10:50am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Preschool-age children are invited to a 20-minute storytime session designed to foster pre-reading skills. Join us for books, music, and... more
Preschool-age children are invited to a 20-minute storytime session designed to foster pre-reading skills. Join us for books, music, and a take-home craft!
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jun 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
In this program toddlers and their caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, and music.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 11:30am - 11:50am
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
This is a program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes, books, music,... more
This is a 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.
This event is full
Last Mona Lisa by Jonathan Santlofer - Circle of Readers Book Discussion
Tue, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Circle of Readers will be discussing "LAST MONA LISA" by Jonathan Santlofer.
Eating Smart and Moving More: For Adults - Presented by Purdue University Extension
Tue, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Learn grocery shopping & cooking tips and simple solutions for healthy eating & physical activity. Prepare and sample delicious food... more
Learn grocery shopping & cooking tips and simple solutions for healthy eating & physical activity. Prepare and sample delicious food during lessons, and take home healthy recipes. Ages 18 and up.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
For this storytime children 2 & 3 years of age, and their caregivers, are invited to a toddler storytime featuring age appropriate... more
For this storytime children 2 & 3 years of age, and their caregivers, are invited to a toddler storytime featuring age appropriate stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.
Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group
Tue, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
We are proud to be hosting a support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Teens (12-18) are welcome.
All Ability: All Together Now Fest
Tue, Jun 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Spread kindness & peace during this All Together Now fest. Dress up in Hippie fashion, hear some great tunes & get crafty with VW van... more
Spread kindness & peace during this All Together Now fest. Dress up in Hippie fashion, hear some great tunes & get crafty with VW van and peace sign crafts. Registration is required!
Citizenship Class
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This class with help adults prepare to take the USCIS Citizenship test.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 10:50am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Babies, up to 23 months, and their families are invited to a 20-minute lapsit program of rhymes, songs, knee bounces, and other... more
Babies, up to 23 months, and their families are invited to a 20-minute lapsit program of rhymes, songs, knee bounces, and other activities designed to foster early child development.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dyer-Schererville Branch - Tutor Table
Book this one-hour session to receive individualized instruction in basic technology skills. Registrant may be contacted before the... more
Book this one-hour session to receive individualized instruction in basic technology skills. Registrant may be contacted before the session to discuss the type of help needed.
This event is full
Enviromobile: Trash to Treasure Craft: Age 6-12 - Kids' Club
Wed, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids age 6-12 will learn about the importance of recycling and create a project out of recycled materials. Registration is required for... more
Kids age 6-12 will learn about the importance of recycling and create a project out of recycled materials. Registration is required for each family member participating in program to ensure supplies.
This event is full
Off the Hook
Wed, Jun 14, 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.
Teen Tye Die
Wed, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Teens (11 - 17 years old) bring in a T-shirt that you would like to tye die! All supplies will be provided except a T-shirt. ... more
Teens (11 - 17 years old) bring in a T-shirt that you would like to tye die! All supplies will be provided except a T-shirt. Registration is required.
This event is full
LEGO® Build & Race (K-6)
Wed, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
School-age children are invited to the library for an exciting car LEGO® build where everyone gets to race their creations on a special... more
School-age children are invited to the library for an exciting car LEGO® build where everyone gets to race their creations on a special track.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Wed, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 1:50pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills. This program... more
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills. This program is for kids 4 to 6 years of age and their caregivers.
Teen Anime Club
Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
We'll watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative or bring in... more
We'll watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative or bring in your own sketchbook and projects to work on.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 2:00pm
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Wed, Jun 14, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
Teen Gaming
Wed, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch and board games! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on... more
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch and board games! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Jun 14, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Public Tables
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!
Blush by Jamie Brenner
Wed, Jun 14, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join the Page Turners as we discuss "Blush" by Jamie Brenner. Books will be available at the St. John Branch circulation desk.
Teen Game Fest
Wed, Jun 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us and play video games from across the decades during our summer game fest!
Make Your Own Comics! - An Introduction to Drawing Comics and Cartoons
Wed, Jun 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
Learn to draw cartoons and make your own comics in this 2-hour workshop. Beginners welcome! You may bring your own supplies if you have... more
Learn to draw cartoons and make your own comics in this 2-hour workshop. Beginners welcome! You may bring your own supplies if you have them, but basic supplies will be provided.
Teen Virtual Trivia Night
Wed, Jun 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room
Join us for a night of virtual trivia! This game will feature general trivia questions. Test your knowledge and win a prize! Ages 11 -... more
Join us for a night of virtual trivia! This game will feature general trivia questions. Test your knowledge and win a prize! Ages 11 - 17. Registration is required for this virtual event. 
All Together Now: Collaborative Art
Wed, Jun 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
School age children are invited to a session of art making! Through actions and fun, children will be directed in a large form art piece... more
School age children are invited to a session of art making! Through actions and fun, children will be directed in a large form art piece that they will make together.
All Ability: DIY Keychains
Wed, Jun 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be making DIY acrylic keychains! Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Jun 15, 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 to 23 Months
Thu, Jun 15, 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.
Enviromobile: Trash to Treasure Craft
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children who have completed grades K-5 are invited to join us in welcoming back the Enviromobile with a zero waste craft.
This event is full
Life-Sized Candyland
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Play your way through our giant Candyland board game! Your group will make your way over the rainbow road to the Candy Castle!... more
Play your way through our giant Candyland board game! Your group will make your way over the rainbow road to the Candy Castle! Registration Required. Call St. John Library to register beginning May 1.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Register for this program to receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Learning Center at George Earle
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that... more
This is a 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, Jun 15, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Jun 15, 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.
Meet Author Kate Hannigan: Ages 8-12 - Graphic Novel Talk & Workshop
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Award-winning author Kate Hannigan will talk about her graphic Novel The Great Chicago Fire: Rising from the Ashes.
Harry Potter Potions: Ages 6-11
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 6-11, will concoct “potions” and more, like Harry and his friends did in Professor Snape's class! Registration opens... more
Children, ages 6-11, will concoct “potions” and more, like Harry and his friends did in Professor Snape's class! Registration opens May 1st. Registration ends one day before event.
This event is full
Secret Agent: Ages 8-12
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Want to see if you know what it takes to be a spy? Join us as we solve clues and crack safes to find treasure as a team.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Canceled
Yoga & Breathing
Thu, Jun 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Munster
Join us for a yoga program. Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good... more
Join us for a yoga program. Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
Teen Collaborative Rube Goldberg Machine
Fri, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Teens (11 - 17 years old) will work together to build simple Rube Goldberg mechanical contraptions that perform tasks.
Friday Family Movie - Sing 2
Fri, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Children of all ages and their families are invited to the library for some movie fun. Join us every Friday for old favorites as well as... more
Children of all ages and their families are invited to the library for some movie fun. Join us every Friday for old favorites as well as new titles.
Zootopia
Fri, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday will be a different family film shown. Film Length: 108 mins Rating: PG
Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) - Teen Summer Movie Afternoon
Fri, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
Kindness Rocks
Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us as we paint Kindness Rocks that can be placed throughout the community to encourage others. All materials will be... more
Join us as we paint Kindness Rocks that can be placed throughout the community to encourage others. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Preventing Problems in the Landscape
Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us for this informative session! Topics include planting the right tree in the right place, choosing disease-resistant cultivars,... more
Join us for this informative session! Topics include planting the right tree in the right place, choosing disease-resistant cultivars, using a pre-emergent, avoiding a monoculture, and more!
Story In the Sunshine
Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville Library - Children's Courtyard
The courtyard in the children's section will be open to the public today! Children and their families can drop by any time during this... more
The courtyard in the children's section will be open to the public today! Children and their families can drop by any time during this time to enjoy our storywalk and relax in the courtyard.
Power Paws for Kids
Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - 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, Jun 17, 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 and work on your project without the interruptions of home.... more
Bring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters and work on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.
Family Game Day
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
All ages of children and their families are invited to come play a variety of board games and video games. Bring your favorite game from... more
All ages of children and their families are invited to come play a variety of board games and video games. Bring your favorite game from home, or try something new by playing one of ours.
Disney Trivia
Sat, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Show off your Disney knowledge at Disney Trivia. Trivia for ages 7 to 11 years old. Winners will receive a prize. Feel free to dress... more
Show off your Disney knowledge at Disney Trivia. Trivia for ages 7 to 11 years old. Winners will receive a prize. Feel free to dress Disney-themed.
Citizenship Class
Mon, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This class will help prepare adults to pass the USCIS test.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Mon, Jun 19, 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.
Yoga for Kids
Mon, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a 60-minute yoga class for kids in grades K-6. Registration is required. Please bring your own yoga mat.
This event is full
Soul - Sensory Friendly Family Movie
Mon, Jun 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Bring the whole family! The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members can move around, talk, and sing. Snacks... more
Bring the whole family! The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members can move around, talk, and sing. Snacks are welcome (clear drinks only)! Rated PG, 101 minutes
LEGO® Indy 500: Ages 6-11
Mon, Jun 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Build a LEGO® race car, check it's performance on the race track, tweak it to your satisfaction, then race the other cars! ... more
Build a LEGO® race car, check it's performance on the race track, tweak it to your satisfaction, then race the other cars! Registration begins May 15th. Registration ends one day before event.
This event is full
Roman Holiday - Movie Monday
Mon, Jun 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
Let's Get Crafty! Cross Stitching for Tweens: Ages 8-13
Mon, Jun 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us for this series of cross-stitch events. Learn some basic stitching skills and make a fun project! Registration is required.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Jun 19, 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.
Teen Homemade Dog Treat Donation - Volunteer Opportunity!
Mon, Jun 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens are invited to help make homemade dog treats to donate to a local animal shelter - Lakeshore Paws. Earn volunteer hours while we... more
Teens are invited to help make homemade dog treats to donate to a local animal shelter - Lakeshore Paws. Earn volunteer hours while we make the treats!
Tween and Teen Green STEAM
Mon, Jun 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Tweens and Teens, ages 8 to 15, can join this hour-long interactive program that encourages conservation and STEAM.
All Ability: Patriotic Crafts
Mon, Jun 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Create red, white & blue crafts and be ready for 4th of July & Labor Day! All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special... more
Create red, white & blue crafts and be ready for 4th of July & Labor Day! All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs & are open to all. Registration required.
Adults Get Crafty: Rag Wreath
Mon, Jun 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we make summer wreaths with fabric scraps. Please register!
Teen Book Tea - Teen Book Discussion Group
Mon, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room
Teens let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and and talk about a different book. Topics & genres will vary. Pick-up books @... more
Teens let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and and talk about a different book. Topics & genres will vary. Pick-up books @ Munster Branch. Any questions? Contact Melissa @219-836-8450.
English as a Second Language (ESL) - ESL
Mon, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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