Merrillville Branch of the Lake County Public Library

Thu, Jun 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 08, 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 company of others.

Registration is now closed

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

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.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Be sure to pick up a craft bag at the desk. Please register all planning to attend.

Registration is now closed

Canceled

Thu, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville

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.

Friendship Jewelry: Ages 6-11

Thu, Jun 08, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-11, will make friendship necklaces and name bracelets to share with friends. Registration begins June 1st. Registration ends one day before event.

Registration is now closed

Teens: Why Do We Need Butterflies and Pollinators? - Speaker from Gibson Woods Nature Preserve

Thu, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Teens, do you know why our environment depends on butterflies and pollinators? Caryn Corriere from Gibson Woods Nature Preserve is here to tell us. We will also make a hanging butterfly craft.

Registration is now closed

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Thu, Jun 08, 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.

Registration is now closed

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - Summer Movie Fun!

Fri, Jun 09, 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Fri, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a movie projected on the big screen!

Registration is now closed

Friday Family Movie - Sing

Fri, Jun 09, 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 new titles.

Madagascar

Fri, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

The whole family can enjoy a fun movie at the library! Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required.

Registration is now closed

101 Dalmatians

Fri, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday will be a different family film shown. Film Length: 79mins Rating: G

Speedcubing Club

Fri, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we speed solve Rubik's Cube puzzles. All skill levels are welcome. Rubik's Cubes are supplied.

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 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 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 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 at our first Break a Record event! Ages 10-17. Must register!

Lightning Strike by William Kent Krueger

Mon, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This class will help prepare adults to pass the USCIS test.

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 tale. Prequel to the Cork O'Connor series.

International Film: Memory House

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.

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 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

Magic and Art of Dan Gogh

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. Attendees must register.

This event is full

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 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 are welcome (clear drinks only)! Rated PG, 93 minutes

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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Dan Gogh's Magic and Art Show

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 displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

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 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 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 12 – 18.

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.

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 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!

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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

This event is full

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 a take-home craft!

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.

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, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Last Mona Lisa by Jonathan Santlofer - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

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, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

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 during lessons, and take home healthy recipes. Ages 18 and up.

Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group

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 stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.

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 and peace sign crafts. Registration is required!

Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This class with help adults prepare to take the USCIS Citizenship test.

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 activities designed to foster early child development.

Enviromobile: Trash to Treasure Craft: Age 6-12 - Kids' Club

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 session to discuss the type of help needed.

This event is full

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 each family member participating in program to ensure supplies.

This event is full

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 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. 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 track.

This event is full

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 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 your own sketchbook and projects to work on.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 2:00pm

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 the fun! Ages 12-18.

Make Your Own Comics! - An Introduction to Drawing Comics and Cartoons

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!

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 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 - 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 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.

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 company of others.

Enviromobile: Trash to Treasure Craft

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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

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! Registration Required. Call St. John Library to register beginning May 1.

Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Meet Author Kate Hannigan: Ages 8-12 - Graphic Novel Talk & Workshop

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. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

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 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.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

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 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 health. Please bring your own mat to class.

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 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 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, 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 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. 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 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 Disney-themed.

Mon, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This class will help prepare adults to pass the USCIS test.

Soul - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

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 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

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 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! 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.

Teen Homemade Dog Treat Donation - Volunteer Opportunity!

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 displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

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 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 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 @ 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.

Tue, Jun 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

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

Tue, Jun 20, 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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime for 2 & 3 year olds, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach early literacy skills. Be sure to grab a craft bag also! Please register all attending.

Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 2-3 and their caregivers are invited to a 20-minute storytime session. Join us for books, music, and a take-home craft, all designed to foster pre-reading skills.

A League of Their Own - Monthly Movie

Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

This event is full

Tue, Jun 20, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Two sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amidst their own growing rivalry. Rated PG. 128 min. Starring Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, and Madonna

Educated by Tara Westover - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room,Hobart Zoom Room

Our June 2023 book chat title is Educated by Tara Westover. Pick up a copy at the Hobart branch to chat virtually or in person! Contact hobart@lcplin.org for more details.

Tue, Jun 20, 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 emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Let's Learn about Pollinators (Grades K-5)

Tue, Jun 20, 11:30am - 11:50am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

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

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Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate National Pollinator Week with Gibson Woods ecologist Caryn Corriere. There will be pollinator crafts and activities.

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Chess Open Play

Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Chess players of all ages are invited to open play! Bring a board, bring a friend, or use one of our boards and make a new friend!

Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour

Tue, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Come in and try Minecraft Pi. Register ahead of time as seats are limited. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

This event is full

Eating Smart and Moving More: For Adults - Presented by Purdue University Extension

Tue, Jun 20, 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 during lessons, and take home healthy recipes. Ages 18 and up.

Tue, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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 teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.

Teen Artful Tuesdays

Tue, Jun 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This class with help adults prepare to take the USCIS Citizenship test.

Truck Party!

Wed, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville Library - South Parking Lot

Children and their families can drop by our parking lot any time during this two-hour event. Talk to the drivers. Explore the trucks. Escape the smoke house. See a bunch of trucks up close!

Wed, Jun 21, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Teen Gaming

Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A selection of board and card games 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.

Teen Craft: Shrinky Dink Keychain

Wed, Jun 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dyer-Schererville Branch - Tutor Table

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

Wed, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the Lake Station-New Chicago Library to make your own keychain design with shrink paper. You can make one for yourself and one for a friend. Registration required. Ages 12-18.

Teen Craft: Friendship Bracelets

Wed, Jun 21, 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!

Pajama Storytime

Wed, Jun 21, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

This is a storytime for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!

Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Learn to make friendship bracelets using pony beads and string! Light refreshments will be served. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Kids Club: Ages 6-12 - Make Your Own Ice Cream

Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

In this program children will do a STEM experiment and try to make their own ice cream!

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Teen Rainbow Club - LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group

Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

We are proud to be hosting a monthly social & networking time, providing support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Discussion, resources and activities. Please Register.

Storytime at Twin Oaks Park

Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Twin Oaks Park

Join us at Twin Oaks Park for a storytime in the park. This family storytime welcomes children ages 2-6 and their family members to enjoy stories, songs, and fun.

Trivia Night - Around the World

Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Enjoy a night of fun trivia! Compete in teams of 1-5 players. This program is for ages 10 and up, registration is required for all players.

Guncle by Steven Rowley

Wed, Jun 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of Guncle by Steven Rowley.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - Classic Film

Thu, Jun 22, 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 company of others.

Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 1:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's classic film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang directed by Ken Hughes. Runtime: 2hr 24mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

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.

Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Be sure to pick up a craft bag at the desk. Please register all planning to attend.

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We Are All the Same in the Dark by Julia Heaberlin - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Jun 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Jun 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Julia Heaberlin's "We Are All the Same in the Dark." Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Tie Dye T-Shirts: Ages 6 and Up

Thu, Jun 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Cedar Lake - Patio Area

Everyone from age 6 and older can make a tie-dye t-shirt. Bring a plain white, pre-washed, cotton t-shirt, a plastic bag, and maybe an adult to help. Come in anytime between 1:30pm to 3:30pm.

Pollinator Presentation with Gibson Woods

Thu, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Students K-6 are invited to join us to learn more about native pollinators like bees, butterflies, and bats. Children must have an adult stay in the room with them.

Enviromobile: Ages 6 - 11 - Trash to Treasure

Thu, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children who have completed K - 5th grade will learn about recycling and make a craft out of recycled materials. Presented by Lake County Solid Waste Management. Register all planning to attend.

Adult Craft Night: Tie Dye Socks

Thu, Jun 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Make some funky tie dye socks at our next adult craft night! We'll provide the space and the tie dye - just bring your own 100% white socks to get started!

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English as a Second Language (ESL) - ESL

Thu, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

In this program children (grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Creations that are left behind will be photographed and used for next months flyer!

Thu, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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

Family Board Games

Thu, Jun 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville Library - Children's Section

Children and their families are invited to Merrillville for a quiet evening of board game fun. Play one of our games (ages 3 and up), or bring your own favorite game to share the group.

Lyle, Lyle Crocodile - Summer Movie Fun!

Fri, Jun 23, 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Fri, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a movie projected on the big screen!

Friday Family Movie - A Bug's Life

Fri, Jun 23, 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 new titles.

101 Dalmations

Fri, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

The whole family can enjoy a fun movie at the library! Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required.

Spy Kids

Fri, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday will be a different family film shown. Film Length: 90 mins Rating: PG

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

Fri, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart Library - Children's Area

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

Teen Crafts: Lemonade Bath Bomb

Sat, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Self-care is very important, so why not make your very own lemonade scented bath bomb?! All supplies will be provided. Must register first! Ages 12-17

Teen Game On

Sat, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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

Mon, Jun 26, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Yoga for Kids

Mon, Jun 26, 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.

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Encanto - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jun 26, 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. Attendees must register.

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Mon, Jun 26, 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 are welcome (clear drinks only)! Rated PG, 102 minutes

Secret Agent (Grades K-6)

Mon, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Do you have what it takes to be a spy? Help Agent Llama defeat evil and become a spy yourself by cracking codes and finding clues.

Yours Cheerfully by A.J. Pearce

Mon, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Book Buddies will discuss an uplifting novel set in London during World War II about a plucky young journalist and her adventures as a wartime advice columnist.

Teen Advisory Board & Game Night

Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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

The Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you. We'll brainstorm and discuss ways to improve teen programs.

Teen Anime Club

Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Calling all teen Anime and Manga fans! Come out and join other Anime fans as we watch a couple Anime episodes, do a fun activity and have snacks.

Trivia Night

Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate the 2023 Adult Summer Reading Program with trivia. There will be four rounds. Play in teams or solo. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Children (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 Craft: Bookmarks

Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Teens are invited to create, design, and color bookmarks for themselves and to give to others. All supplies and snacks will be provided. Registration required. Ages 12-17.

Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 10:50am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

Paint'n Time

Tue, Jun 27, 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!

Tue, Jun 27, 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

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Tue, Jun 27, 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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

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New Parent & Caregiver Meet Up

Tue, Jun 27, 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 a take-home craft!

Tue, Jun 27, 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 with books and puzzles! Registration is required.

Tue, Jun 27, 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, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Jun 27, 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, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

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Tue, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Forest of Vanishing Stars" by Kristin Harmel. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Somebody's Daughter by Ashley C. Ford - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion

Tue, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "Somebody's Daughter" by Ashley C. Ford. Books for this Zoom discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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

Eating Smart and Moving More: For Adults - Presented by Purdue University Extension

Tue, Jun 27, 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 during lessons, and take home healthy recipes. Ages 18 and up.

Teen Trivia Night - All Things Science-Fiction

Tue, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Join us for a night of trivia! This game will feature pop culture and geeky trivia questions. Test your knowledge and win a prize! Ages 12 - 18. Please register.

Calumet Astronomical Society

Tue, Jun 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jun 28, 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 activities designed to foster early child development.

Enviromobile Presents: Game Day!

Wed, Jun 28, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Children will be playing games with a focus on zero waste and the games are even constructed from upcycled materials! This program is for kids 1st grade (6yrs old) and up.

Wed, Jun 28, 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 is for kids 4 to 6 years of age and their caregivers.

Wed, Jun 28, 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.

Canceled

Bellaboo's Dance Party!

Wed, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago

Preschool and early elementary children are invited to a special dance party featuring Bellaboo the bat, from Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center. Join us for some musical fun!

Kids Club: Ages 6-12: Make Your Own Crayons

Wed, Jun 28, 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!

Teen S'mores Pops

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Learn to create s'mores pops with marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, candy, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Registration is required. Children will make their own crayons by melting down old crayons, and using silicone molds. Facilitator will manage the oven.

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Teen No-sew Blankets for Humane Indiana

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Teens (11-17 years old) will help make no-sew blankets to donate to Humane Indiana in Munster. All of the blankets that we make will go to the animal shelter. Please register.

Teen Flash Fiction Club

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Hey writers! Join us for a fun and frenzied flash fiction writing session! Each session begins with a story prompt and a word limit (usually 200 words), followed by writing and sharing stories.

Family Karaoke!

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join us for an hour of family fun with karaoke and refreshments! We have lots of Disney tunes to choose from! Registration begins May 15th. Registration ends one day before event.

All Ability: Gaming & Coloring

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for this program filled with games and activities. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs but are open to everyone age 10+. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Canceled

PFLAG Adult Support Group

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Munster

Do you, or someone you know, identify as LGBTQ+? Free monthly virtual and in-person meetings provide support, education, advocacy & community for families, friends, allies & those who are LGBTQ+.

Building Blocks To Literacy

Thu, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Preschoolers birth to 4 years old and their families are welcome to play in a room full of all different kinds of blocks. Block play helps children learn language, literacy, social, and other skills.

Sensory Storytime - Session 1

Thu, Jun 29, 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 company of others.

Thu, Jun 29, 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.

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Somebody's Daughter by Ashley C. Ford - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Jun 29, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Jun 29, 11:15am - 12:30pm

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

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "Somebody's Daughter" by Ashley C. Ford. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Genealogy Class: Wills and Probates - A Bonanza of Information for Genealogists

Thu, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

In this class we will discuss wills and probates, the types of information they contain and the benefits for genealogists.

Discover the Indiana Dunes

Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Park rangers are coming to the library! Join us to learn about Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park. Fun for all ages, children under 8 must be accompanied with an adult.

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Kindness Rocks: Ages 6-11

Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-11, will make kindness bookmarks and kindness rocks to distribute to our community. Registration begins May 15th. Registration ends one day before event.

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Yard Games (Grades K-6)

Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville Library - Children's Courtyard

Join us for some outdoor fun in this yard game program for school-age youth. Program may be indoors due to weather at the librarian's discretion.

Sensory Storytime - Session 2

Thu, Jun 29, 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, Jun 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Friday Family Movie - Turning Red

Fri, Jun 30, 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 new titles.

Paddington

Fri, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday will be a different family film shown. Film Length: 95mins Rating: PG

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2 (2017) - Teen Summer Movie Afternoon

Fri, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.

Keep Me in Stitches

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Interested in any of the needle arts including knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us for an opportunity to chat and create. Please bring your own projects.

Stitch'n Time

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us and bring your current projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) for an opportunity to chat and create! Other attendees would be happy to instruct on crochet as needed.

Family Storytime

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

St. John - Children's Program Room

Stories, fingerplays, music, related activities and a craft are all included in this storytime for children ages birth to 6 years old and their family members.

Reading to the Dogs - Love on a Leash

Sat, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.

DC League of Super-Pets - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jul 03, 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 are welcome (clear drinks only)! Rated PG, 105 minutes

Top Gun: Maverick

Mon, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Enjoy this fast paced high flying action film leading into your 4th of July celebrations. PG-13; 131 minutes (2hrs11min)

Chess Open Play

Mon, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Chess players of all ages are invited to open play! Bring a board, bring a friend, or use one of our boards and make a new friend!

In the Heights - Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

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, Jul 03, 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.

Rescheduled

Teen NWI Chess Club

Mon, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Monday, July 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp

Teens in 6th-12th grades are invited to join the NWI Chess Club. Please register and bring your own board.

Virtual Family Storytime

Wed, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:20am

St. John - St. John Zoom Room

Children, ages birth-5 years old, and their families are invited to tune in for a virtual storytime. This session will last 20 minutes and will feature books and songs to foster pre-literacy skills.

Teen Craft: Kindness Cards

Wed, Jul 05, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the Lake Station-New Chicago Library to write a letter or thank you card to a friend or family member. All supplies will be provided. Registration recommended. Ages 12-18.

Wed, Jul 05, 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!

Kids Club: Ages 6-12: Marbled Card Prints

Wed, Jul 05, 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 displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Wed, Jul 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Children will use shaving cream and food coloring to make their own prints on cardstock. Things may get messy, dress appropriately! Registration is required.

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Family Storytime

Wed, Jul 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

This is a family storytime for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers. Participants will engage with books, songs, and activities suitable for a wide range of preschool age children.

Book Bingo - Play Bingo and Win a Book!

Wed, Jul 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

We will be playing bingo and every winner will get to take home a book from our selection of book sale books.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Wed, Jul 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room D

Why should the kids get to have all the fun? Join us the 1st Wednesday of each month for adult Dungeons & Dragons and experience the adventure! Seats are limited, so registration is required.

Thu, Jul 06, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 06, 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 company of others.

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

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.

Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Be sure to pick up a take home craft at the desk. Please register all attending.

Thu, Jul 06, 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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Jul 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

New venue 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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, Jul 06, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Environmobile: Game Day (Grades K-6)

Thu, Jul 06, 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. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

Canceled

Library Social Hour

Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville

If you are new to the area or a life-long resident, join us for coffee, activities and conversation every 1st Thursday of the month. Catch up with old friends and meet new ones!

Family Game Day

Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Join us to play various board and card games! Please register each person planning to attend. Registration opens June 1st. Registration closes one day before event.

Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

The Lake County Solid Waste Management District will present an educational event for school-age youth. Join us for fun and games!

Win by Harlan Coben - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the discussion of Win by Harlan Coben, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for July. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.