Merrillville Branch of the Lake County Public Library

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.

Crafters Gathering

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.

Homeschool Hangout

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.

Zero Days by Ruth Ware - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

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.

Family Game Day! - Board Games and Giant Games

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.

Reading to the Dogs - Love on a Leash

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.

Stitch'n Time

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.

Yoga & Breathing

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.

Mah Jongg Instruction at the Library

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.

North By Northwest - Classic Film

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.

Three Kings Day Celebration!

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.

Little Women (2019)

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.

Bob Marley: One Love

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.

Teen Craft: New Year Bullet Journaling

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.

Teen Advisory Board

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

Teen Advisory Board

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.

Teen Anime Club

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.

Travel Film: Rome

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.

Composting 101 - With Lake County Solid Waste Management District

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.

Toddler Play Session

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.

Safer Cleaning Solutions - With Lake County Solid Waste Management District

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months

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.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

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.

Off the Hook

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!

Teen Gaming

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.

Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)

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.

Crochet @ Your Library

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!

Pajama Storytime

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!

Hyperbole and a Half by Allie Brosh

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.

Teen Cartoon School

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!

Arts & Crafts for Adults: Desktop Calendar

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!

All Ability: Make Your Own Puzzle

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.

Teens & Tweens Fun with Food: Pizza Edition!!

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.

Craft Club (K-6)

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!

Be Heart Smart - Presented by Linda Curley - Purdue Extension Educator

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.

Hobby Hour

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.

Teen Pictionary®

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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

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.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

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

Be Heart Smart Program Series

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.

Mahjong Open Play: Ages 18 & Over

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

Teen and Tween Speedcubing: Ages 8-17 - Advanced Rubik's Cube

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!

Keep Me In Stitches

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.

Craft Saturday: Alcohol Ink Mugs

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.

Building Blocks to Literacy

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.

Teen Gaming: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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.

All That is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay

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.

Miss Minoes - Kanopy Film Series

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.

Tech Class: Kindle Basics

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.

Teen Book Club: Cinder by Marissa Meyer

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.

Adults Get Crafty: Painted Records

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Paint a 45 record to create a piece of art! Please register.

TEEN: Talking about Books

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.

Teen Cupcake Wars

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.

Paint'n Time

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!

Tech Class: Mouse & Keyboard Basics

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.

Tummy Time Painting

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.

The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

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

Teen Homeschool Hangout

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.

Tuesday Time Out

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.

Teen and Tween: Minecraft Meet-Up

Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.

All Ability: Winter Polar Bear - Ages 18 and Over

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.

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

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.

Devotion

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.

Off the Hook

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!

Monthly Resume Workshop

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.

Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)

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.

Crochet @ Your Library

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

Teen Rainbow Club

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.

Kids Club: Ages 6-12 - Mini Canvas Abstract Painting

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!

LEGO® Night

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!

Virtual Livestream Author Talk with TJ Klune - Bestselling Author of the Cerulean Chronicles

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.

Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James

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.

Teen Gaming Hour

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.

Dr. Strangelove - Classic Film

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.

Crafters Gathering

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.

Be Heart Smart - Presented by Linda Curley - Purdue Extension Educator

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.

Winter Crafting: Ages 2-5

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!

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

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

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

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.

Be Heart Smart Program Series

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.

Mah Jongg Meet Up - Open Play: Ages 18+

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.

Teen and Tween Meet the Cube: Ages 7-15 - Rubik's Cube for Beginners

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.

Building Blocks to Literacy

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.

Playdough Playtime: Ages 2-5

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.

Craft and Chat

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.

Talk to a Lawyer Open House

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.

Martin Luther King Jr. Storytime - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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.

Libby App Basics

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.

Our Friend Martin: An Adventure Inspired by MLK

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.

Celebrate Martin Luther King Day!

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.

Craft & Learn: Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Drop-In Program

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.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

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.

Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr Day: Ages 6-11

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.

Teen and Tween: Craft and Learn - Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

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!

Film Series: The Namesake - Exploring Asian-American Cinema with Oliver Staton

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.

Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6 - Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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!

Revisiting Our Childhood: Blanket Forts - Nostalgia Series

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).

Some Reading Required - A Reading Party at the Library

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.

Creativity Club: Ages 8-11

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.

Teen LEGO® Building

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.

All Ability: Aurora Borealis

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.

Coffee & Coloring

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.

A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan - Hobart Book Chat

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.

Toddler Play Session

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.

Teen Gamefest

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for video and board games!

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months

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.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

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.

Off the Hook

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!

Teen Gaming

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.

Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)

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.

Crochet @ Your Library

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!

Grown Up Game Night

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!

Teen & Tween: DIY Checker Board

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.

Tech Class: Computer Basics

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.

Be Heart Smart - Presented by Linda Curley - Purdue Extension Educator

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.

Virtual Livestream Author Talk with Amanda Montell - Bestselling Author of The Age of Magical Overthinking

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.

Better the Blood by Michael Bennett - Munster Book Discussion

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.

Teen Volunteering Advisory Board

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.

Reading Hour

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.