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Printable System-Wide Calendar

Print out a quick reference of all the events coming up at LCPL!

Cedar Lake Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Cedar Lake Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Dyer-Schererville Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Dyer-Schererville Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Griffith-Calumet Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Griffith-Calumet Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Highland Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Highland Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Hobart Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Hobart Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Lake Station-New Chicago Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Lake Station-New Chicago Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Merrillville Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Merrillville Children & Family Event Calendar - September
Munster Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 Munster Children & Family Event Calendar - September
St. John Adult & Teens Event Calendar - September
 St. John Children & Family Event Calendar - September
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Types of Events at Lake County Public Library

Looking for something to do in Northwest Indiana? Find fun and/or educational events and programs offered by the Lake County Public Library! Most of our programs are free and are open to anyone who wants to attend! Find everything from knitting groups, to computer lessons, to travel films, to English as a Second Language (ESL) classes right here.

All Ability
All Ability: Holiday Door Decor
Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Join us and create a festive holiday or winter design for hanging. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Registration required.
This event is full
All Ability: Decorated Mugs
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be decorating mugs for Christmas. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
This event is full
All Ability: Pine Cone Ornaments
Mon, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us as we make pine cone ornaments in this craft program. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs but are open to all. Registration required.
Sensory Storytime: Session 1
Thu, Dec 28, 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.
Sensory Storytime: Session 2
Thu, Dec 28, 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.
All Ability: Snow-Themed Craft
Tue, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Create a whimsical winter snowman craft at this month's session. All Ability programs are geared for adults with special needs and are inclusive to all.
All Ability: Snow Globe Collage
Wed, Jan 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be making snow globe collages. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
All Ability: Peace Wreaths
Mon, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Make a peace and love DIY cardboard wreath in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs but are open to all. Registration required. 
All Ability: Hangout
Thu, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Meeting Room A
All Ability: Hangout is a program designed for adults with special needs. Each session we will read picture books and do an activity centered around a theme. Caretakers must stay in the room. 
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Discussion Groups
Oral History Project - The New Chicago Chronicles
Sat, Dec 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Everything Beautiful in Its Time by Jenna Bush Hager - Circle of Readers Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group
Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
The Secret, Book & Scone Society by Ellery Adams
Wed, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teen Advisory Board & Game Night
Mon, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva - Hobart Book Chat
Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room,Programming Room,Hobart Zoom Room
The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room
We Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange - Fact or Fiction Book Club
Tue, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Any Other Family by Eleanor Brown
Wed, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Rescheduled
We Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange - Fact or Fiction Book Club
Tue, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, December 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland
The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton - Between the Lines Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 28, 11:15am - 12:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak - Munster Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jan 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
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English as a Second Language
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Jan 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Jan 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Feb 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Arts & Crafts
Winter Luminary DIY: Ages 18 and Up
Fri, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Let's get festive & create a DIY Winter Luminary to take home! Registration required! Program is for adults 18 and over.
Saturday Crafting: Holiday Crafts
Sat, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Decorate a small wreath and make a set of four holiday cards. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.
This event is full
Teen Craft: Northern Lights Painting
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens, ages 12 to 18, will be instructed in painting on canvas with acrylic paint. Registration is required: seats are limited for this small class.
Adults Get Crafty: Spinning Yarn
Mon, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room
Join us as we spin yarn using a drop spindle and wool roving. Please register!
Teen Craft: DIY Ornaments
Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Create some ornaments using pipe cleaners, pom-poms, wrapping paper, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Munster - Children's Program Room
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... 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
Paint'n Time
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!
Teen Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Dec 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Homeschool teens get together for fun activities. Art, crafts, STEM, games - each month we'll do something different. In December we'll make salt dough... more
Homeschool teens get together for fun activities. Art, crafts, STEM, games - each month we'll do something different. In December we'll make salt dough ornaments! Please Register.
Off the Hook
Wed, Dec 13, 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!... more
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
Wed, Dec 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Dec 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project... 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!
Miniature Painting for Beginners
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
Learn to paint miniatures for your favorite RPG or tabletop wargame! Bring your brushes if you have them. Basic materials and a 3D-printed miniature will be... more
Learn to paint miniatures for your favorite RPG or tabletop wargame! Bring your brushes if you have them. Basic materials and a 3D-printed miniature will be provided.
This event is full
Teen Art Studio
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens, ages 12 to 18, are welcome to bring their art or writing projects to work on and share with other teens. Supplies for making crafts will be provided.... more
Teens, ages 12 to 18, are welcome to bring their art or writing projects to work on and share with other teens. Supplies for making crafts will be provided. Please register.
All Ability: Decorated Mugs
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be decorating mugs for Christmas. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
This event is full
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Dec 14, 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.
Create Your Own Paper Crafts (FEE)
Thu, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Paper crafter Corie Kaz will be hosting a series of classes on how to make various paper crafts. This class costs $10.00 to attend and includes most... more
Paper crafter Corie Kaz will be hosting a series of classes on how to make various paper crafts. This class costs $10.00 to attend and includes most necessary materials. Please bring your own glue.
Holiday Houses - Turn Your Tissue Box Into Something Festive!
Thu, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
We will be transforming tissue boxes into mini holiday houses with construction paper, fabric, and other supplies on hand. Participants will need to bring... more
We will be transforming tissue boxes into mini holiday houses with construction paper, fabric, and other supplies on hand. Participants will need to bring their own tissue box.
Keep Me in Stitches
Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Interested in any of the needle arts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us each month for an opportunity to chat and create. Bring... more
Interested in any of the needle arts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us each month for an opportunity to chat and create. Bring your own projects.
Craft and Chat
Sat, Dec 16, 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 home. All are welcome.
Revisiting Our Childhood: Popcorn Garland - Nostalgia Series
Mon, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood.
Teen: Washi Tape Crafts
Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Several holiday craft projects will be available to complete using Washi Tape. Snacks will be provided. Designed for teens ages 12 - 17. Registration is... more
Several holiday craft projects will be available to complete using Washi Tape. Snacks will be provided. Designed for teens ages 12 - 17. Registration is required.
Teen Artsy Evenings
Tue, Dec 19, 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.
Off the Hook
Wed, Dec 20, 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!... more
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Dec 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project... 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!
Diamond Art Painting
Wed, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Kids ages 6 to 11 years old can join us for an evening of diamond art painting! All supplies are included.
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Dec 21, 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, Dec 21, 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... more
Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.
Paint'n Time
Tue, Dec 26, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!
Off the Hook
Wed, Dec 27, 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!... more
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Dec 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project... more
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!
Teen Flash Fiction Club
Wed, Dec 27, 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),... more
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.
Kids Club: Ages 6-12 - Make Your Own Celebration Playdoh
Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Children will celebrate the New Year by making their own playdoh using glitter and other materials to add sparkle and shine!
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Dec 28, 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.
Off the Hook
Wed, Jan 03, 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!... more
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.
Create Your Own Greeting Card
Wed, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Jan 03, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project... 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!
Crafters' Gathering
Thu, Jan 04, 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 with other crafters... more
Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Jan 04, 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.
Acrylic Painting (FEE)
Sat, Jan 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Join us and create a unique painting with assistance from local artist Mary Stang-Helm. Cash fee of $25 paid at time of event covers all materials. Class... more
Join us and create a unique painting with assistance from local artist Mary Stang-Helm. Cash fee of $25 paid at time of event covers all materials. Class begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.
Stitch'n Time
Sat, Jan 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hobart - Programming 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... more
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.
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Games and Hobbies
Speedcubing
Fri, Dec 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Family Holiday Bingo
Sat, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This event is full
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
Wed, Dec 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Teen Gaming
Wed, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Miniature Painting for Beginners
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
This event is full
Teen Gaming - Nintendo Switch
Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room,Programming Room
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Revisiting Our Childhood: Popcorn Garland - Nostalgia Series
Mon, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Family Game Night
Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster Branch - Children's area
Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour
Tue, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
LEGO® Night
Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Teen Oreo Taste Challenge
Fri, Dec 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A
Teen Gaming
Wed, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
LEGO® Club: Ages 6 - 11
Wed, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Wed, Jan 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest: Ages: 8-12
Thu, Jan 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Teen Board Game League
Sat, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Bingo at the Library!
Sat, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
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Classes
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Fri, Dec 08, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-5. The craft will be done in house. Please plan accordingly.
Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6
Mon, Dec 11, 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!
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Tue, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Children's Program Room
This is a 30 minute program for children, ages 4-6, and their caregiver(s). We will read books, sing songs, and take home a craft!
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach early literacy skills. Includes in-house craft. Attendees must register.
This event is full
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to promote early literacy skills.
This event is full
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 12, 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.
This event is full
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
Wed, Dec 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Wed, Dec 13, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
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.
Miniature Painting for Beginners
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
Learn to paint miniatures for your favorite RPG or tabletop wargame! Bring your brushes if you have them. Basic materials and a 3D-printed miniature will be provided.
This event is full
Power Paws for Kids
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville Library - Children's Department
All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach early literacy skills. Includes in-house craft. Attendees must register.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that help develop early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 19, 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.
Bishop Noll Institute - 100 Years of History
Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
During this special presentation, BNI historians will share stories they uncovered while exploring the school's historical archives to create a 100th anniversary documentary and history book.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months
Thu, Dec 21, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Thu, Dec 21, 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. Please register all planning to attend.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Dec 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
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 take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
One-On-One: Tech Help
Thu, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Register for this session to receive individualized tech help.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Dec 21, 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.
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Yoga & Breathing
Thu, Dec 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
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.
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Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Fri, Dec 22, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
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New Parent & Caregiver Meet Up
Tue, Dec 26, 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.
Sensory Storytime: Session 1
Thu, Dec 28, 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.
Sensory Storytime: Session 2
Thu, Dec 28, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Jan 02, 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.
Create Your Own Greeting Card
Wed, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jan 03, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Families can join us for for this storytime featuring stories in English and in Spanish.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Jan 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Babies and toddlers ages 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months
Thu, Jan 04, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Thu, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that help develop pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Jan 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Jan 04, 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 designed to help early literacy skills.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Jan 04, 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.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Children ages birth to 6 years old, and their families, are invited to join us for a 30-minute storytime with books, music, and fun!
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Movie Screenings
Rescheduled
The Apartment
Sat, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, December 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp
The Apartment
Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
International Film: Fear
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
A Christmas Carol - Classic Film
Thu, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) - Monthly Movie Matinee
Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Book Club: The Next Chapter
Wed, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Shrek - Interactive Movie
Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Travel Film: Glacier National Park
Tue, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
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General Events
Building Blocks to Literacy
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Mon, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 1:40pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Teen Book Tea
Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Munster - Children's Program Room
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Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Teen Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Dec 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Tue, Dec 12, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Friends of the Library Meeting
Tue, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Wed, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
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Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Wed, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville Branch - Children's Department
Play Reading - Presented by New Chicago Parks and the 219 Project
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Keep Me in Stitches
Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Power Paws for Kids
Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DS: Children's Area - Children's Area
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Mon, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Teen Anime Club
Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville Branch - Children's Department
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Teen Advisory Board
Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teen Rainbow Club
Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Teen Winter Oreo Pops
Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Power Paws for Kids
Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Hot Chocolate Pajama Storytime
Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Comfort Reading with a Dog - LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs
Fri, Dec 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Area
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Special Events
A Claus for Celebration: Ages 4-6 - Stories and Craft with Mrs. Claus
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Play Reading - Presented by New Chicago Parks and the 219 Project
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Family Holiday Craft & Story Night
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
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Play Reading - Presented by New Chicago Parks and the 219 Project
Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
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