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Merrillville

We're closed Tuesday December 24
We're closed Wednesday December 25

Branch manager
Chris

We're closed Tuesday December 24
We're closed Wednesday December 25

Address
1919 W. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
Tel: 219-769-3541

Hours

We're closed Tuesday December 24
We're closed Wednesday December 25
Mon, Dec 23 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Dec 24 Closed
Wed, Dec 25 Closed
Thu, Dec 26 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Dec 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 29 12:00PM to 4:00PM

Upcoming Events
Thu, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens are invited to watch My Hero Academia from the beginning. We'll also have art supplies along with a craft on hand if you get creative. Snacks will be provided.

Fri, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Babies (ages birth to 23 months) and their caregivers can join us for an hour of play. Baby safe toys will be provided. Light refreshments for caregivers.

Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. This is an open play session, there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please register. Ages 18 & over.

Fri, Dec 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Area
Meet and read to a local LCC K-9 comfort dog and its handler. LCC K-9 comfort dogs show kindness and calm to people throughout the community and beyond, making them excellent listeners.

Sat, Dec 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Children are welcome to come and play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!

Sat, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library to play Bingo! All ages are welcome to play. Winners will be able to choose from a variety of small prizes.

Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to see a screening of Inside Out 2. As Riley becomes a teenager, she has to make room for new emotions. Runtime: 100 minutes; rated PG. Snacks provided.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Mon, Dec 30, 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.

Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this new monthly club as we solve murder mysteries, escape rooms, ponder puzzles, play games, and otherwise ask "Whodunit?". This month we will solve the "Murder in the Laboratory"!

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an early New Year's Eve Celebration! We'll make a party hat, do the limbo, and gather to bring in the Noon Year together.

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a special storytime, for our friends who can't always make it to midnight, featuring songs, rhymes, and crafts.
This event is full

Thu, Jan 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jan 02, 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 during this program.  

Thu, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Elementary aged homeschool students are invited to join us for a unique art or STEM project each month.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers ages 2 and 3, accompanied by a caregiver, will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the discussion of Zero Days by Ruth Ware, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for January. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Families may join us to play board games and giant games! Please register all planning to attend.

Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster Branch Library - Children's Area
In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Sat, Jan 04, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Adults and teens, please join us with your projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) to chat and stitch! Bring your supplies, and other attendees can instruct on crochet as needed.

Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Sat, Jan 04, 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Learn how to play Mah Jongg at the library or join the group if you already know the rules. Beginners are welcome! Please register. Ages 18 and older.

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Cary Grant stars as an innocent man mistaken for a spy in one of director Alfred Hitchcock's greatest thrillers. Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 136 minutes.

Mon, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Toddlers and pre-k kids are warmly invited to join us for a fun Three Kings Day celebration! Together we’ll explore the meaning of the day through stories, traditions, and a craft.

Mon, Jan 06, 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.

Mon, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
The movie tells the story of the life of musician Bob Marley. Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 107 minutes.

Mon, Jan 06, 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, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens, prep a bullet journal to help organize 2025! Materials, including journal, will be provided. Please register.

Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Earn volunteer hours and help the St. John Branch create teen programs, displays, and more! Refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12. Please register.

Cancelled
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster
Teens get volunteer hours! Help plan programs and projects at the library. Interested teens, ages 11 - 17, can attend. Zoom available. Please register.

Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Are you a fan of anime or manga? If so, come to our monthly Teen Anime Club to find new anime to watch. We watch 3-4 episodes of your choosing each month. Ages 12-18.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Children's Program Room
Join us for this month's travel film about Rome. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Join us for 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play with. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 11:30am - 11:50am
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration is required.

Tue, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 12:40pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2 to 4, are invited to join us to play with unique toys and socialize.

Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and educational afternoon learning about backyard composting! Learn about the requirements to successfully compost. Please register.

Tue, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and educational afternoon to discuss healthier cleaning solutions! Participants will make a bottle of their very own earth-friendly cleaner.

Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - 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.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Bring your current craft project and enjoy the conversation! All crafts are welcome!

Wed, Jan 08, 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!

Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! Games and snacks provided. Ages 12-18.

Wed, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Wed, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
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 you're already working on!

Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for an evening of stories, songs, activities, and more. Feel free to come in your pajamas!

Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join the Page Turners Book Discussion as we discuss Hyperbole and a Half by Allie Brosh. Books are available at the circulation desk. Please register.

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Like to draw? Like comics and cartoons? Then this is the program for you! Join us on the second Wednesday of every month to learn new drawing techniques and make friends with your fellow cartoonists!

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us every other month for Arts & Crafts for Adults. It's a New Year, New Calendar. Make a DIY desktop calendar out of a provided card and envelope with different colors to choose from!

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be making our own puzzles. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 15) will be taken on a Food Adventure. In January, we will be making pizza. To ensure there is enough supplies and to address food allergies, registration is required. 

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Want to do a craft? Come make awesome things with different materials every month that you can take home and enjoy.

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville Branch Library - Children's Section
All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs!

Thu, Jan 09, 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, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart Healthy Eating, and Take Action. Registration Required.

Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in person craft that teach pre-reading/reading skills. This program is for kids 4-6 years of age and their caregivers.

Thu, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Don't have the space at home for your hobby? Bring it to our meeting room and have a whole rectangular table to work on (more if less people attend). This will be every 2nd Thursday for 2 hours.

Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Teens, join us at the library for fun, fast-paced games of Pictionary® where your artistic skills and quick thinking are put to the test. Snacks, prizes, and refreshments provided.

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - 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.

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
Teens are invited to play in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign with one of our librarians as game master!

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
This event is full

Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Purdue Extension Lake County, in partnership with the Lake County Health Department, will be offering 4 lessons on how you can "Be Heart Smart". Registration is required for all sessions.

Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. This is an open play session, there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please register. Ages 18 & over.
This event is full

Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we speed-solve the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be supplied at the program. Feel free to bring your own!

Sat, Jan 11, 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.

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Decorate a mug for your favorite hot beverage with alcohol inks. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Sat, Jan 11, 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. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.

Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens, choose your fighter and attack! Snacks provided. Other games may be available.

Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a storytime for children, ages 4 to 5. Space is limited; all participants must register in advance.

Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Three grown siblings must come to the realization that their father might be the reason for their mother's disappearance when they were young.

Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
This charming classic film tells the tale of Miss Minoes, a cat who is transformed into a young woman & befriends Tibbe, a shy bumbling cub reporter for the local newspaper. Rated PG;1h26mins.

Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.

Mon, Jan 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Did you recently get a Kindle and want to learn about using it? Join us for this small group class all about navigating your Kindle! Please bring your own device. Registration required.

Mon, Jan 13, 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.

Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Stop on by for our YA book discussion! This month we'll be reading Cinder by Marissa Meyer.

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Paint a 45 record to create a piece of art! Please register.

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Do you enjoy reading? If so, then join our book club where we will talk about the book that you are currently reading or finished reading. Snacks will be served. Ages 12 – 18. Registration required.

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will participate in a cupcake decorating competition to win cool prizes! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children will have fun developing early literary skills as they enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!

Tue, Jan 14, 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, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Babies, with their caregivers, can join us for a colorful program with no mess! Art supplies are included, and families can take home their artwork!

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John Branch - Public Computers
New to navigating computers or want some extra practice? Join us for this small group class all about using a computer mouse & keyboard! All supplies will be provided. Registration required.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, & music that teach early literacy skills. In person craft time will follow the storytime.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to a storytime featuring age appropriate stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.

Tue, Jan 14, 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 help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

Tue, Jan 14, 11:30am - 11:50am
Griffith-Calumet Twp - 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.

Cancelled
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Munster
Homeschool teens are invited to get together for fun activities. Each month we will explore a new topic. Please register.

Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Take a time out every second Tuesday for some calming music, word puzzles, coloring sheets, & other relaxing activities.

Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
Join us as our Circle of Readers discuss The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner.

Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.

Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Create a "cool" polar bear at this month's session. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Please register.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Watch this epic and inspirational true story of two elite US Navy fighter pilots who helped turn the tide in the most brutal battle in the Korean War: Rated PG-13; runtime of 138mins.

Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Bring your current craft project and enjoy the conversation! All crafts are welcome!

Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Wed, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
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 you're already working on!

Cancelled
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster
Teen Rainbow Club is a monthly social space for LGBTQIA+ teens & allies. Come for informal discussion, snacks, and crafts. Please register.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Children are invited to create an abstract painting on a mini canvas using painter's tape and acrylic paint!

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Children and their families are invited to create and play with LEGO® in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1
Join other readers for a livestream conversation with TJ Klune about the Cerulean Chronicles, and his newest book Somewhere Beyond the Sea.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for a discussion of "Book of Cold Cases" by Simone St. James. Copies are available at the front desk.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. Registration is required. For ages 10 - 18.

Thu, Jan 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jan 16, 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 during this program.  

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Join us for this month's classic film, Dr. Strangelove. Runtime: 1hr & 35min. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers ages 2 and 3, accompanied by a caregiver, will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart Healthy Eating, and Take Action. Registration Required.

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2-5, and their adult caregivers are invited to help us welcome in Spring with some festive crafts!

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
This event is full

Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides. Coffee, tea, and water will be available.

Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Purdue Extension Lake County, in partnership with the Lake County Health Department, will be offering 4 lessons on how you can "Be Heart Smart". Registration is required for all sessions.

Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
For seasoned players and beginners. Please bring your own set as on-site supplies are limited. Open play every third Friday.

Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.

Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Branch Library - Children's Area
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Sat, Jan 18, 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.

Mon, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
This is a drop-in playtime where kids, ages 2-5, can create with playdough clay and toys.

Mon, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a storytime for children, ages 4 to 5. Space is limited; all participants must register in advance.

Mon, Jan 20, 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Patrons are invited to speak with a lawyer from the Lake County Bar Association for a free legal consultation. Sessions are 15 minutes and are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Mon, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 1:40pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children are invited to join us for a story time honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Mon, Jan 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Want to borrow free ebooks/audiobooks through the library? Join this small group class to learn all about using the Libby app! You must bring your own device and library card. Registration required.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Two teens travel back in time and meet young Martin Luther King Jr. and learn how the past can shape the future. Light refreshments will be served. Running Time: 60 Minutes.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a short film and a collaborative art project. There will also be information about volunteer opportunities in the area.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago Branch - Children's Lobby Area
Children of all ages are invited to drop in at the library to do crafts and learn about Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We will have a short movie, a reading of the "I Have A Dream Speech," a craft, and light refreshments. Please register so we have enough supplies.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
After watching a short film about Martin Luther King Jr, children will make a peace craft.

Mon, Jan 20, 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, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Teens and Tweens (ages 6-16) can join us to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with crafts, stories, and more!

Mon, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 8:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The "Exploring Asian-American Cinema" program will offer a monthly film series focused on showcasing and discussing popular works in Asian-American filmmaking. Please register. Titles listed below.

Mon, Jan 20, 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!

Mon, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Join us as we make blanket forts (mobility differences will be accommodated).

Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Escape the distractions of home and join us for connection, conversation, and of course, reading. Not a book club - a reading party.

Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for Creativity Club where we will explore different arts and crafts mediums, learn about artists, and make cool stuff together like zines and comics. Space is limited so be sure to register.

Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will enjoy snacks while building with LEGO®! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us as we make a lovely drawing of an aurora borealis with oil pastels. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jan 21, 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, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Join us for 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play with. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Programming Room
Our January 2025 book chat title is "A Fever in the Heartland" by Timothy Egan. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 11:50am
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration is required.

Tue, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 12:40pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2 to 4, are invited to join us to play with unique toys and socialize.

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for video and board games!

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Bring your current craft project and enjoy the conversation! All crafts are welcome!

Wed, Jan 22, 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!

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! Games and snacks provided. Ages 12-18.

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
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 you're already working on!

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a game night for the grown ups. We will have various board games and the Nintendo Switch/Wii. You can also bring your own!

Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
January's craft projects is using duck tape to make your own portable checkers game. Designed for teens and tweens (ages 10-15). We will provide all the supplies you need to be crafty.

Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join us for this small group class all about learning the basics of computers! You must bring your own device. Registration required.

Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart Healthy Eating, and Take Action. Registration Required.

Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1
Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Amanda Montell about The Age of Magical Overthinking, and Modern Irrationality.

Thu, Jan 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Michael Bennett's "Better the Blood". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Thu, Jan 23, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in person craft that teach pre-reading/reading skills. This program is for kids 4-6 years of age and their caregivers.

Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Every 4th Thursday, meet for an hour to read, drink tea, and (if you want) chat about reading.

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens (ages 10-17) are invited to help shape programming for Tweens & Teens while earning volunteer hours. In January we will be discussing plans for a Book club, Escape Room and Take & Make Kits.

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

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Walk-in hours are here! No appointment needed!

Curbside pickup is also still available.

We have a mix of virtual and in-person events. Check out the calendar to sign up!