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Hobart

Branch manager
Jo
Address
100 N. Main St.
Hobart
, IN 46342
Tel: 219-942-2243

Hours

Mon, Jan 18 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 19 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 20 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 21 Closed
Fri, Jan 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 24 Closed
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Upcoming Events
Virtual Storytime - Middle Grade Book Tasting
Thu, Jan 21, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children in mid to upper elementary school grades are invited to tune in weekly to learn about a book and hear the first chapter. All books are available on Hoopla or Overdrive.
Virtual Storytime - Book Breaks
Fri, Jan 22, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children in early elementary grades are invited to join us for a picture book reading. This special program will feature a longer picture book, read in its entirety.
Virtual Storytime - Picture Book Storytime
Sat, Jan 23, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children and families are invited to tune in for a short digital storytime. This session will last 10-20 minutes and will feature books and songs to foster pre-literacy skills.
Virtual Storytime - Book Breaks
Sun, Jan 24, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children in early elementary grades are invited to join us for a picture book reading. This special program will feature a longer picture book, read in its entirety.
The Friend by Sigrid Nunez - Book Buddies Virtual Book Discussion
Mon, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet twp Library - Zoom
Our January title is "The Friend" by Sigrid Nunez. Pick up a copy at the Griffith curbside and join us for a virtual chat! Email required. Contact us at griffith@lcplin.org for event details.
Virtual ESL Classes
Mon, Jan 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for high beginners and intermediate level students. Classes are free.
Virtual Storytime - Picture Book Storytime
Tue, Jan 26, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children and families are invited to tune in for a short digital storytime. This session will last 10-20 minutes and will feature books and songs to foster pre-literacy skills.
Elephant Seal Adaptations!
Tue, Jan 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
How do elephant seals live in the frigid winter waters of the ocean? What lets them live in such an extreme way? Find out with a visit to their habitat! You will need an email address to attend.
Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan - Virtual Between the Lines Book Club
Tue, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Zoom
The Between the Lines Book Club reads "Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan." Books for this Zoom discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.
Teen Virtual Gaming: Among Us 
Tue, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Teens are invited to play the popular game of deception, Among Us. We will work together to find the impostor. Is it your friend? Could it be you? You appear to be a little sus. Ages 11 - 17.
Virtual Storytime - Mother Goose on the Loose
Wed, Jan 27, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children from birth through 23 months and a caregiver are invited to tune in weekly for a 10 to 15-minute lapsit program that fosters child development and pre-literacy skills.
Survivor: Glacier Bay
Wed, Jan 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Could you survive Glacier Bay? Find out how many animals and people do that every day with this National Park program. Email address is required to register.
Virtual ESL Classes
Wed, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Zoom Meeting - Zoom Room
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for high beginners and intermediate level students. Classes are free.
Virtual Storytime - Middle Grade Book Tasting
Thu, Jan 28, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children in mid to upper elementary school grades are invited to tune in weekly to learn about a book and hear the first chapter. All books are available on Hoopla or Overdrive.
NFL Team History - Bears and Colts!
Thu, Jan 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Learn about the history of your favorite local NFL teams - the Chicago Bears and the Indianapolis Colts - with the NFL Hall of Fame! You will need an email address to register!
Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate - Virtual Book Discussion
Thu, Jan 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster Branch - Zoom
Join us for a virtual discussion using Zoom. Copies of the book are available at the Munster Branch.
Virtual Storytime - Book Breaks
Fri, Jan 29, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children in early elementary grades are invited to join us for a picture book reading. This special program will feature a longer picture book, read in its entirety.
Virtual Storytime - Picture Book Storytime
Sat, Jan 30, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children and families are invited to tune in for a short digital storytime. This session will last 10-20 minutes and will feature books and songs to foster pre-literacy skills.
Virtual Storytime - Book Breaks
Sun, Jan 31, 10:30am - 10:45am
Lake County Public Library YouTube Page - bit.ly/LCPLstorytime
Children in early elementary grades are invited to join us for a picture book reading. This special program will feature a longer picture book, read in its entirety.
Elephant Seal Pups!
Mon, Feb 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
We'll be visiting an elephant seal rookery at Hearst San Simeon Park as they have their babies and raise them on the beach. You will need an email to register.
Virtual ESL Classes
Mon, Feb 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for high beginners and intermediate level students. Classes are free.
The Science of Sled Dogs!
Tue, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Denali National Park and Preserve hosts the US government's only dog-sled team. It can be hard to get here, but they're bringing the dogs to you! You must have an email address to register.
Teen Virtual Advisory Board
Tue, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
St. John Branch - Zoom
Earn volunteer time while helping us plan teen programming and services during this TAB meeting/planning session for future programs. For grades 6-12.
The Story of Pro Football
Wed, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
How did a fun game become a professional job and a national obsession? We'll find out how with the Pro Football Hall of Fame. You will need an email address to register.
Teen Virtual Trivia Night
Wed, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake County Public Library 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 - 17. Registration is required for this virtual event.
Virtual ESL Classes
Wed, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Zoom Meeting - Zoom Room
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for high beginners and intermediate level students. Classes are free.
George Washington Carver: Struggle for Education
Thu, Feb 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Join us for George Washington Carver’s education quest and the obstacles he faced before becoming one of the most well-known African American scientists. You'll need an email address to register!
Winter Tales From Around the World
Fri, Feb 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Illuminate the darkness with diverse folktales, such as The Monkey and the Turtle, The Three Dolls, and Ananzi and the Big Weird Rock with the Actors Company. Email address required.
Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson - Mystery Loves Company Virtual Book Chat
Mon, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp Branch Library - Zoom
February features: "Truly Devious" by Maureen Johnson. Pick up a copy at the Griffith curbside and join us for a virtual chat! Contact us at griffith@lcplin.org for event details.
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Feb 08, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Hobart Branch - Zoom
Earn volunteer hours while helping us plan teen programming and services. For grades 6-12.
Gold Rush in Whiskeytown!
Mon, Feb 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Gold! What happened to a little town in California when gold was found. As it turns out, a lot! Email address required for registration.
Teen Virtual Gaming: Among Us
Wed, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Teens are invited to play the popular game of deception, Among Us. We'll work together to find the impostor. Is it you? You seem a little sus. Ages 11 - 17.
Surviving Winter in the Grand Tetons!
Fri, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Learn how snow affects the way everything survives in Grand Teton National Park - plants, animals, and people! You will need an email address to register.
Mysteries of the Deep! Discover an Underwater World!
Mon, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Join rangers on a virtual live trip to the deeps of the ocean using underwater robots, and see what creatures lurk there! You will need an email address to register. 
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng - Hobart Virtual Book Chat
Tue, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart Branch - Zoom
Our February title is Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. Pick up a copy at the Hobart curbside and join us for a virtual chat! Contact us at hobart@lcplin.org for event details.
Teen Virtual Book Club - The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
Wed, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Join us for our virtual teen book club! This month we will be reading and discussing "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas. Registration is required.
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Announcements: 

Walk-in hours are here! No appointment needed!

Curbside pickup is also still available.

Our events are now virtual and happening via Zoom. Check out the calendar to sign up!