Lake Station-New Chicago Branch of the Lake County Public Library

Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in on the conversation!

Registration is now closed

Monthly Resume Workshop

Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Wed, Feb 19, 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!

Kids Club: Ages 6-12

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-12, are invited to this program where they will learn to make a craft!

Registration is now closed

LEGO® Night

Wed, Feb 19, 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!

Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister

Wed, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Wrong Place Wrong Time" by Gillian McAllister. Copies are available at the front desk.

Teen & Tween Game Night

Wed, Feb 19, 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 10-17.

The Apartment - Classic Film

Thu, Feb 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

This event is full

Crafters Gathering

Thu, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Join us for this month's classic film, The Apartment. Runtime: 2hr & 5min. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This storytime features stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-6. Please register all attending.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, and a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills.

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Famous Celebrity Resting Places: African American Edition

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

Celebrate the lives of famous African Americans through photos, stories, biographical information and grave sites. Join us as Dale Hoppe talks about his hobby as a "Tombstone Tourist" or taphophile.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

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

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Fri, Feb 21, 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.

Mah Jongg Meet Up - Open Play: Ages 18+

Fri, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 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.

Kids Chess Open Play: Ages 6-18

Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Children are welcome to come and open play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!

Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Bingo at the Library!

Sat, Feb 22, 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, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro - Book Buddies

Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion! Two siblings have been keeping a devastating secret about a tragic car accident they were in many years ago. Will the truth come out?

Teen Advisory Board & Game Night

Mon, Feb 24, 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.

Art Club (Grades K-6)

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Each month, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity.

Whodunit? Adult Mystery Club

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us for this monthly club as we solve murder mysteries, escape rooms, ponder puzzles, play games, and otherwise ask "Whodunit?". We will "Hunt a Killer" while solving "The Moon Summit Mystery"!

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project.

Tue, Feb 25, 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, Feb 25, 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, Feb 25, 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.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-12)

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hobart - Programming Room

Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.

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New Parent & Caregiver Meet Up

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

All Ability: Winter Bingo

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us as we play some winter bingo and win some small prizes, while supplies last. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

Circe by Madeline Miller - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

Tue, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "Circe" by Madeline Miller. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months

Tue, Feb 25, 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, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Wed, Feb 26, 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.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in on the conversation!

Wed, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 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.

Teen: The Great Guessoff

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Teens, test your price guessing skills and compete for a chance to win big. Along the way, you might even learn a thing or two about the price of everyday items. Enjoy free snacks and refreshments!

Genealogy Q&A with Herb Smith

Wed, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Have questions about performing genealogy searches? Want to brush up on some of your techniques? Join our latest session with Genealogist Herb Smith as he takes your questions.

3D Printing at the Library with the Libratory - See and Learn How 3D Printing Works at the Library

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - The Libratory

Walk through the 3D printing process at the Library, including printing your own take home token!

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Teen Anime Club

Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Youth (ages 10-17) are invited to watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies along with a craft on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative. Snacks will be provided.

Tech Class: Internet Basics

Thu, Feb 27, 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, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join us for this small group class all about learning the basics of the internet! You must bring your own device. Registration required.

Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Feb 27, 11:15am - 12:30pm

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

The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "Hang the Moon" by Jeannette Walls. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch.

Hello Stranger by Katherine Center - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Feb 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Katherine Center's "Hello Stranger". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Teen: LEGO® and Board Game Afternoon

Thu, Feb 27, 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, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an hour to read, drink tea, and (if you want) chat about reading.

Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Inviting teens, ages 12 - 18, to LEGO® and Board Game afternoon. Stop in to build your own LEGO® creation, play a board game, or Nintendo switch game. Snacks will be provided. Registration required.

Tween Hangout: Ages 10-12

Thu, Feb 27, 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.

Board Meeting

Thu, Feb 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Tweens, ages 10-12, are invited to come to the library to hangout with gaming systems, board games, and light snacks!

Adult Craft Night: Clay Pot Toadstools

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Learn how to create funky clay pot toadstools at our next adult craft night! All supplies will be provided.

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Mahjong Open Play: Ages 18 & Over

Fri, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Join an open play Mahjong session; there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please bring a game set if you have one! On-hand gaming supplies are limited. Ages 18 & over.

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

Fri, Feb 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart Branch Library - 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 for all ages.

Stitch'n Time

Sat, Mar 01, 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.

Book Signing: I Bear Witness by Dan McNeil - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

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

Merrillville Branch - Larry Acheff Gallery

Dan McNeil talks about his 40-year media career covering sports and the Chicago Bears. His book, "I Bear Witness," is your locker room pass to four decades of triumph, travail and tragedy.

Reading to the Dogs - Love on a Leash

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

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

Mah Jongg Instruction at the Library

Sat, Mar 01, 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.

Teen Gamernoon

Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Game on! Bring friends and choose from an assortment of board games or Nintendo Switch games.

The Thin Man - Classic Film

Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

The husband-and-wife sleuthing team of Nick and Nora Charles investigate the disappearance of an inventor who later is implicated in the murder of his secretary. Runtime: 93 Minutes; rated: TV-G.

Book Signing: I Bear Witness by Dan McNeil - Sponsored by LCPL Foundation

Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Dan McNeil talks about his 40-year media career covering sports and the Chicago Bears. His book, "I Bear Witness," is your locker room pass to four decades of triumph, travail and tragedy.

Mon, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Cyrano (2021) - Movie Monday

Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 03, 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.

The Fall Guy

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

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A stunt man has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. Runtime: 114 minutes; rated PG-13.

Mon, Mar 03, 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.

Seuss Family Story Time

Mon, Mar 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Children and their families are invited to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday by enjoying silly stories, crafts, games, and a fun take-home snack.

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Mar 03, 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.

Teen Anime Club

Mon, Mar 03, 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.

Teen: Paper Shamrock Craft

Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Teens will create a shamrock wreath using only paper, glue, and ribbon. All materials (and snacks) will be provided. Ages 12 – 17. Registration required

Tue, Mar 04, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Mar 04, 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, Mar 04, 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: Ireland

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Children's Program Room

Join us for this month's travel film about Ireland. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, Mar 04, 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 promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

This event is full

Tue, Mar 04, 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, Mar 04, 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.

Tue, Mar 04, 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, Mar 04, 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.

Safer Cleaning Solutions - With Lake County Solid Waste Management District

Tue, Mar 04, 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, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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.

Toddler Play Session

Tue, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 2 - 5, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Tue, Mar 04, 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.

Leprechaun Traps (Grades K-5)

Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children currently in grades K - 5 should bring their creativity, we will supply the materials, to make Leprechaun Traps! Please register all attending. Registration closes 24 hours before event.

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Understanding Medicare Advantage, Supplements & Medicaid

Wed, Mar 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in the conversation!

Wed, Mar 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Learn about Medicare coverage options, including Advantage Plans, Supplement plans, and Medicaid eligibility.

Wed, Mar 05, 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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Wed, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

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LEGO® Night

Wed, Mar 05, 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!

Teen Advisory Board

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

Hobart - Programming Room

Join our Teen Advisory Board, where you’ll have the opportunity to brainstorm and share your ideas for new programs and events - building valuable skills for your résumé in the process.

Teen Advisory Board

Wed, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens (ages 10-18) are invited to join the Teen Advisory Board to help shape teen programming while earning volunteer hours. After a brief meeting, a craft and snacks will be available for attendees.

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

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

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

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Join us for a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Mar 06, 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.

This event is full

Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

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

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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, Mar 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

It Had to Be You by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

Thu, Mar 06, 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.

This event is full

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

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the discussion of It Had to Be You by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for March. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Teen Homeschool Hangout: STEM

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

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Homeschool students, ages 11-17, are invited to join us for a STEM project each month.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Thu, Mar 06, 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.

PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest - Ages: 8-12

Thu, Mar 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us on our journey! This is a family friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign for preteens. We will be using Heroes of Sol'an - 5th edition. New players are welcome.

Teen Craft: Crochet Basics

Thu, Mar 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

Learn basic crochet stitches while we make a small granny square.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Thu, Mar 06, 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

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster Branch Library - Munster Children's Area

In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Craft Saturday: Painting with Stencils

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster Branch - Children's Area

In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, Mar 08, 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.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Mar 08, 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, Mar 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Create a 6x6inch spring or summer picture using paints and stencils. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Book Signing: The Flip Side by Ken Churilla - Sponsored by LCPL Foundation

Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Ken Churilla's book "The Flip Side: Where Chicago Rocked" talks about Carl and Larry Rosenbaum's record store which became Chicago’s premier concert promoter in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Sat, Mar 08, 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.

Book Signing: The Flip Side by Ken Churilla - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville Branch - Larry Acheff Gallery

Ken Churilla's book "The Flip Side: Where Chicago Rocked" talks about Carl and Larry Rosenbaum's record store which became Chicago’s premier concert promoter in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

No Strangers Here by Carlene O'Conner

Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

On a rocky beach in Ireland, the body of a racehorse owner is found with a cryptic message spelled out in stones next to his body. A local woman is in a race to learn what happened before the police.

Borstal Boy - Kanopy Film Series

Mon, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

Based on Brendan Behan's famous memoir about his troubled youth. Brendan is a 16-year-old boy from Ireland who loathes the British and is eager to do something about it. Rated PG-13; runtime of 90m.

Mon, Mar 10, 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.

Teen Book Club: I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys

Mon, Mar 10, 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, Mar 10, 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 I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys. Pick up copies at the Dyer-Schererville check-out desk starting February 3rd.

Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6

Mon, Mar 10, 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!

Teen Advisory Board & Game Night

Mon, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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

TEEN: Talking about books

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Teen Cupcake Wars

Mon, Mar 10, 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.

Mon, Mar 10, 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.

Tue, Mar 11, 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.

Tech Class: Smart Phone Basics

Tue, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Children's Program Room

Join us for this small group class all about using your smart phone! You must bring your own device. Registration required.

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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.

Beyond That, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

Tue, Mar 11, 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.

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Join us as our Circle of Readers will discuss Beyond That, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash.

Tuesday Time Out

Tue, Mar 11, 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.

Teen and Tween: Minecraft Meet-Up

Tue, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Tue, Mar 11, 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.

All Ability: Paper/Felt Mini Leprechauns - Ages 18 and Over

Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Make mischievous mini leprechauns out of paper or felt! Registration Required. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months

Wed, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Wed, Mar 12, 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.

Livestream Author Talk with Dan Heath - Author of Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working

Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in the conversation!

Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1

Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Dan Heath about Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working, and fixing what’s not working.

Monthly Resume Workshop

Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 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.

Teen Chef Academy - Food for Thought

Wed, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us at the library for a cooking program that teaches kitchen skills, nutrition, and sustainability through interactive lessons and tasty food while promoting healthy eating and food science.

The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams

Wed, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join the Page Turners Book Discussion as we discuss The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams. Books are available at the circulation desk. Please register.

Teen Cartoon School

Wed, Mar 12, 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!

Craft Club (K-6)

Wed, Mar 12, 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.

Teen: Fun with Food

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens & Tweens (ages 10-17) will be taken on a Food Adventure. In March, we will be making easy mint thins. To ensure there is enough supplies and to address food allergies, registration is required.

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Grown Up Trivia Night

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us for trivia night! 4 rounds of 3 questions. There will be theme nights. Wild Card questions is the first theme night!

Art Club (Grades K-5)

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

A new version of Art Club! Children grades K-5 will create unique works of art while we learn about different art styles, mediums, and famous artists.

All Ability: Butterfly Scratch Art - Ages 16 and Over

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

This month we will be making Butterfly scratch art! Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Section

All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs!

Thu, Mar 13, 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.

Genealogy: Beginner Genealogy Class

Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Mar 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Want to start your family tree and research your ancestors? Learn the basics of genealogy and how to find vital records that will help you connect to generations past.

Thu, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Thu, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

New venue Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Teens are invited to play in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign with one of our librarians as game master!

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Thu, Mar 13, 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

Mahjong Open Play: Ages 18 & Over

Fri, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Join an open play Mahjong session; there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please bring a game set if you have one! On-hand gaming supplies are limited. Ages 18 & over.

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Learn How to Play Mahjong: Ages 18 & Over

Fri, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville Branch - Meeting Room

Learn how to play American Mahjong. Instructor will be present at this session. Registration is limited to 8 new learners. Please register. For ages 18 and over.

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

Fri, Mar 14, 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!

Knitting & Crochet Club

Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Bring your yarn, hooks and needles from home and join us to knit and crochet with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Sat, Mar 15, 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, Mar 15, 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, Mar 15, 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, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Libby App Basics

Mon, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 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.

Film Series: Past Lives - Exploring Asian-American Cinema with Oliver Staton

Mon, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 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.

Revisiting Our Childhood: Colorforms® - Nostalgia Series

Mon, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. We will use original Colorforms® to create fun images and scenes.

Creativity Club: Ages 8-11

Mon, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Mon, Mar 17, 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.

All Ability: Shamrock Mosaic

Mon, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us as we make shamrock mosaics on canvas boards. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Tue, Mar 18, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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 promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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.

Tue, Mar 18, 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.

Coffee & Coloring

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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, Mar 18, 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.

Maria by Michelle Moran - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Programming Room

Our March 2025 book chat title is "Maria" by Michelle Moran. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Toddler Play Session

Tue, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 2 - 5, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

Teen Gamefest

Tue, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for video and board games!

Cancelled

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Teen Artsy Evenings

Tue, Mar 18, 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.

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Wed, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

A plucky eleven-year-old named Margaret finds her life on the cusp of change as her family uproots from the heart of the city to a quiet suburban neighborhood. Rated PG-13; runtime of 111mins.

Wed, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in the conversation!

Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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!

Kids Club: Ages 6-12

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-12, are invited to this program where they will learn to make a craft!

LEGO® Night

Wed, Mar 19, 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!

Fever in the Heartlands by Timothy Egan

Wed, Mar 19, 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.

Teen Anime Hangout

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Teens, are you a fan of anime or manga? Need an excuse to watch and talk about it more often? Then register for Anime Hangout where we'll view the anime you want. Refreshments and snacks provided.

Teen Crafts & Snacks

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will use leftover craft supplies to make a variety of projects! Snacks will be provided. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Fever in the Heartlands" by Timothy Egan. Copies are available at the front desk.

Teen Anime Club

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens (ages 10 to 17) are invited to watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art and craft supplies if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative. Snacks will be provided.

Thu, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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.

Rebecca - Classic Film

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:45pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Join us for this month's classic film, Rebecca. Runtime: 2 hrs&10 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Join us for a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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, Mar 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Genealogy Class: Creating A Family History Book - It's Simpler Than You Think

Thu, Mar 20, 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.

This event is full

Thu, Mar 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

Have you ever wanted to create a book from your family research, but felt too overwhelmed to get started? Professional genealogist Rebecca Shamblin, will break down the process into easy steps.

Livestream Author Talk with Clara Bingham - Author of How Women’s Liberation Transformed America

Thu, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1

Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Clara Bingham about The Movement: How Women’s Liberation Transformed America.

Cancelled

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology - Everyday Technology Help Appointment

Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Special Needs Panel Discussion

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

A panel will discuss resources available to students and adults who have some type of disability. Topics to be covered include ABLE accounts, IEPs, the ESA program and Special Needs Trusts.