Upcoming Foundation Events

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

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Lost Hills by Lee Goldberg - Mystery Loves Company Book Discussion

Mon, Jul 14, 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.

AARP Driver Safety

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 3:15pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road during this program. This class... more

Learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road during this program. This class is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A young homicide detective and her partner have a new case. The carnage screams multiple murder-- but there are no corpses. It's a case... more

A young homicide detective and her partner have a new case. The carnage screams multiple murder-- but there are no corpses. It's a case that will either prove her skills-- or destroy her.

Enviromobile: ReUse It Crafts and Games (Grades K - 5)

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Come make a fun craft or play games out of recycled materials with the folks from the Enviromobile! Space is limited, everyone must be... more

Come make a fun craft or play games out of recycled materials with the folks from the Enviromobile! Space is limited, everyone must be registered to attend.

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The Wild Robot - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 1:40pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees... more

Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.

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Mon, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 3:15pm

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! Rated PG; 101 minute runtime.

Teen Craft: Bad Art Afternoon

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Ever get inspired by art but can't draw to save your life? Perfect! Come by to recreate classic art pieces in as ridiculous a style as... more

Ever get inspired by art but can't draw to save your life? Perfect! Come by to recreate classic art pieces in as ridiculous a style as you can! The sillier, the better! For ages 12-18.

Chalk Art Extravaganza!

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago Branch - Front Sidewalk

Children are invited to beautify the front of our library with their chalk art creations. Young children should be accompanied by an adult.

Giant Games: Ages 6-11

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6 - 11, are invited to play a variety of giant-sized games, including Jenga and Kerplunk! Please register all individuals... more

Children, ages 6 - 11, are invited to play a variety of giant-sized games, including Jenga and Kerplunk! Please register all individuals attending. Registration opens May 1st.

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Mon, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Upper Level

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.

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LEGO® Club: Ages 6-11

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-11, may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks.

Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hobart - 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.

Mon, Jul 14, 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!

Creativity Club: Ages 8-11

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Join us for Creativity Club where we will explore different arts and crafts mediums, learn about artists, and make cool stuff together... more

Join us for Creativity Club where we will explore different arts and crafts mediums, learn about artists, and make cool stuff together like zines and comics. Space is limited so be sure to register.

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All Ability: String Spinner Toy - Ages 18 and Older

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Make a string spinner toy! Registration is required. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs.

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help... more

In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

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

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Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 & 5 years old, and their caregivers, are invited to an early literacy storytime featuring books, fingerplays, and songs... more

Children ages 4 & 5 years old, 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.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy... more

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending. Registration opens June 1st.

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Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hobart - Children's Program 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.

Caregivers & Coffee Hour

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

A great way to connect with other baby and toddler caregivers. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while children play with toys provided.... more

A great way to connect with other baby and toddler caregivers. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while children play with toys provided. Story time attendance is not required.

Everything Beautiful in Its Time by Jenna Bush Hager - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help... more

In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room,Hobart Zoom Room

Our July 2025 book chat title is "Everything Beautiful in Its Time" by Jenna Bush Hager. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat!... more

Our July 2025 book chat title is "Everything Beautiful in Its Time" by Jenna Bush Hager. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an... more

During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Teen Crafternoons - Make Your Own Trading Card

Tue, Jul 15, 11:30am - 11:50am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration is... more

In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration is required.

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Toddler Play Session

Tue, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 2-5, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

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Tuesday Time Out

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Take a time out every third Tuesday for some calming music, word puzzles, coloring sheets, & other relaxing activities.

Tue, Jul 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Use a variety of art tools to make your very own trading card! All supplies are provided.

Teen Gamefest

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for video and board games!

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Teen Tuesday - Pixel Art

Tue, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Come in to the Library and enjoy some crafting!

Teen Artsy Evenings

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Join us to learn about the selected art style/movement, and make your own artwork. All materials provided. Please register.

Cardboard Challenge: Drop-Off

Wed, Jul 16, 12:30pm - 8:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Families of children in grades K-5 will submit an original piece of art made entirely out of recycled materials. Drop off your artwork... more

Families of children in grades K-5 will submit an original piece of art made entirely out of recycled materials. Drop off your artwork between 12:30-8:00 pm. Judging will take place on July 17.

Off the Hook

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in the conversation! Please register.

LEGO® Build & Race (Grades K-5th)

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - 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.

Monthly Resume Workshop

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Sand Art (Grades K-6)

Wed, Jul 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Children, in grades K-6, will be making sand art bottles with messages inside! All supplies provided.

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Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

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.

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Summer Kids Club: YMCA Visit - Swim Safety

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Join us and learn about water safety from a YMCA representative!

Teen Craft: Shrink Art Keychain

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to make shrink art keychains. You can create your own design or examples will be provided. Supplies are limited.... more

Join us at the library to make shrink art keychains. You can create your own design or examples will be provided. Supplies are limited. Registration is required. Ages 12-18.

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Summer Art Series: Ages 6-11

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

School age children will create a different masterpiece each week highlighting a different famous artist or art style.

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Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Children will have fun developing early literary skills as they enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more.

Teen Craft: Bad Art Night

Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Upper Level

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.

Teen Chef Academy

Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us at the library for a cooking program that teaches kitchen skills, nutrition, and sustainability through interactive lessons and... more

Join us at the library for a cooking program that teaches kitchen skills, nutrition, and sustainability through interactive lessons and tasty food while promoting healthy eating and food science.

Crochet @ Your Library

Wed, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake Branch - 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!

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

No artistic skills needed! Teens will create the worst art piece possible using a canvas, paint, and more. Ages 12-18. Registration... more

No artistic skills needed! Teens will create the worst art piece possible using a canvas, paint, and more. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Writing Wednesday: Journaling - Color Your World

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Incorporate journaling into your self-care routine. Creative prompts tie in to the summer reading theme.

Paint Like Picasso!

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Do you aspire to draw like Picasso? Participants can explore various artists and their distinctive drawing styles. We will also have the... more

Do you aspire to draw like Picasso? Participants can explore various artists and their distinctive drawing styles. We will also have the opportunity to practice drawing in the style of the masters!

Teen Building an Escape Room Workshop: Ages 10 - 17

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us for an exciting opportunity where young minds, ages 10-17, can unleash their creativity and sharpen their deduction skills by... more

Join us for an exciting opportunity where young minds, ages 10-17, can unleash their creativity and sharpen their deduction skills by helping to create an immersive Escape Room experience!

Teen Rainbow Club

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Winter Soldier by Daniel Mason

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Winter Soldier" by Daniel Mason. Copies are available at the front desk.

Crafters Gathering

Thu, Jul 17, 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 during this program.

Roman Holiday - Classic Film

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Join us for this month's classic film, Roman Holiday. Runtime: 1 hr & 58 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thursday Threaders

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Registration opens June 1st.

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Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Firefly Awards Storytime

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

We will read the five books that are nominated for the Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award 2025 and vote for our favorite. We will have... more

We will read the five books that are nominated for the Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award 2025 and vote for our favorite. We will have fun songs and activities, too!

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

STEAM on the Go (Grades K-3rd)

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Munster Branch Library - Large Meeting Room

Explore the colorful cosmos with a STEM educator from the Challenger Learning Center! Participants will construct a rocket ship and... more

Explore the colorful cosmos with a STEM educator from the Challenger Learning Center! Participants will construct a rocket ship and create a planet after reading the book "The Way Back Home".

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Enviromobile: Ages 6-11 - Game Day!

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-11, will play games with a focus on zero waste and the games themselves are constructed from upcycled materials!... more

Children, ages 6-11, will play games with a focus on zero waste and the games themselves are constructed from upcycled materials! Registration required. Registration begins June 1st.

Cardboard Challenge: Art Gallery

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

View original pieces of art made entirely out of recycled materials by children in grades K-5. Art must be dropped of by 8pm on July 16.... more

View original pieces of art made entirely out of recycled materials by children in grades K-5. Art must be dropped of by 8pm on July 16. Winning artists will win a $10 DQ gift card.

Library Noise: Ages 2-5

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Toddlers are invited to explore noise and sounds with various musical instruments

Teen: Livestream Author Talk with Marie Lu - Bestselling Author of the Legend and Young Elites Series

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Join us for a livestream of the author talk for esteemed YA writer Marie Lu - author of the Legend and Young Elites series. Snacks provided.

Livestream Author Talk with Marie Lu - Bestselling Author of Legend

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1

Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Marie Lu about Legend.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

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LEGO® Club (Grades K-5) - Lego Painting

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children (completed grades K-5) will make a painted creation using LEGO®'s!

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ESL Family Game Night

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Practice speaking English and play board games at ESL Family Game Night! ESL students and their families are welcome.

Morning Mix: Ages 18 and Over - Jigsaw Puzzles, Coloring, Crosswords, & Word Searches

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides.... more

Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides. Coffee, tea, and water will be available.

Encanto - Family Movie Series

Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

An extraordinary family, the Madrigals, live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous,... more

An extraordinary family, the Madrigals, live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. Runtime: 99 mins; rated: PG.

Inside Out 2 - Family Movie

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children and their families are invited to the library every Friday this summer for a family movie, popcorn and drinks. This week we... more

Children and their families are invited to the library every Friday this summer for a family movie, popcorn and drinks. This week we will be watching Inside Out 2. Runtime 100 minutes; rated PG.

Harold and the Purple Crayon - Film Friday

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us for a different family film each Friday. Snacks will be provided, too!

Let's Paint!

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Select from a variety of craft projects to paint! Registration is required. Must be age 10 or older.

Teen & Tween Meet the Cube - Rubik's Cube for Beginners

Fri, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve... more

Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.

Knitting & Crochet Club

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Bring your yarn, hooks and needles from home and join us to knit and crochet with fellow crafters while working on your project without... more

Bring your yarn, hooks and needles from home and join us to knit and crochet with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Jul 19, 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.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for... more

Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.

Teen Summer Picnic

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens are invited to soak up the last bit of summer with some games, snacks, and more! Event will be outside, weather permitting. Ages... more

Teens are invited to soak up the last bit of summer with some games, snacks, and more! Event will be outside, weather permitting. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Craft and Chat

Sat, Jul 19, 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.

Teen Movie: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 3:20pm

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

Drop in to watch Miles continue his adventures in this sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Popcorn and lemonade provided. For... more

Drop in to watch Miles continue his adventures in this sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Popcorn and lemonade provided. For ages 12-18.

Family Game Day

Sat, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Please join us for some board and card games. We'll also have a Nintendo Switch set up. Feel free to bring your own games too!

Teen: LEGO® and Board Game Afternoon

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Stop in to build your own LEGO® creation or pick a board game to play instead. A Nintendo Switch will be available to play. Snacks will... more

Stop in to build your own LEGO® creation or pick a board game to play instead. A Nintendo Switch will be available to play. Snacks will be provided. Registration required. Ages 12 - 18.

Playdough Playtime: Ages 2-5

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

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Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

For children ages 2-5, a drop-in playtime where kids can create with playdough clay and toys.

Dr. Seuss' The Lorax - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

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Mon, Jul 21, 1:30pm - 3:15pm

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! Rated PG; 94 minute runtime.

60 Second Challenge

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

How fast are you? Test your skill by seeing if you can beat our challenges in less than 60 seconds. First through third place will go on... more

How fast are you? Test your skill by seeing if you can beat our challenges in less than 60 seconds. First through third place will go on our leader board. Compete all summer for a grand prize.

LEGO® Indy 500: Ages 6-11

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Build a LEGO® race car: test it, tweak it, then race the other cars on our special racetrack! Registration begins May 1st.

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Revisiting Our Childhood: Rubik's Cube - Nostalgia Series

Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Upper Level

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.

Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. This month we will try to solve the Rubik's... more

This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. This month we will try to solve the Rubik's Cube. Invented in 1974 and becoming the toy it is today in 1980.

Teen Ice Cream Sundaes

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will enjoy making an ice cream sundae using sprinkles, syrup, fruit, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

All Ability: Fairy Glow Jars

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Teen Craft: Let's Paint

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Select from a variety of objects or a small blank canvas to paint. All supplies and snacks will be provided. Teens ages 12 – 18.... more

Select from a variety of objects or a small blank canvas to paint. All supplies and snacks will be provided. Teens ages 12 – 18. Supplies are limited. Registration required.

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Come make fairy glow jars with glow in the dark paint. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Registration... more

Come make fairy glow jars with glow in the dark paint. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

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

This event is full

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months, with their caregivers is filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement,... more

This program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months, with their caregivers is filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement, designed to help early literacy skills. Registration opens June1st.

Baby and Toddler Playtime

Tue, Jul 22, 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, & music that teach early literacy... more

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

This event is full

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

We invite you to join us for free play at the library! Baby and toddler safe toys will be provided.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children will have fun developing early literary skills as they enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more.

Tue, Jul 22, 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.