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Munster


Branch manager
Michael


Address
8701 Calumet Ave.
Munster, IN 46321
Tel: 219-836-8450

Hours

Mon, Nov 04 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Nov 05 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Nov 06 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Nov 07 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Nov 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 10 Closed

Upcoming Events
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Children's Program Room
Join us for this month's travel film about New York. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register each child and adult.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2-4, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

Tue, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and educational afternoon playing Environmental BINGO! Participants will learn interesting environmental facts while trying to fill their board. Small prizes will be awarded.

Tue, Nov 05, 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.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 05, 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.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This program aims to prepare adults to take the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS. Intermediate English level is required.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards.

Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Celebrate Picture Book Month by bringing along a stuffed animal for an evening filled with stories, songs, and fun! You can even let your stuffed friends stay overnight at the library!
This event is full

Wed, Nov 06, 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.
This event is full

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

Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will decorate a wood slice using paint and other craft supplies! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Join us as we use the new Charlie Cart to make vegetable stock. We will focus on cutting basics and sharing seasonal stories. Each participant will leave with their base stock. Please register.

Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Tweens and teens (ages 10 to 15) are invited on a Food Adventure featuring Turkey Treats. To ensure there is enough supplies and to address food allergies, registration is required. 

Thu, Nov 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement. Please register all children and adults that will attend.

Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This storytime features stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills. Please register each child and adult attending. Registration ends 24 hours before the storytime.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for this 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement. Please register all children and adults that will attend.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a program for toddlers ages 2 and 3, and a caregiver, where they can participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the discussion of I Will Find You, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for November. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Thu, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Teens (ages 12-18), create your own tea blend to match to a character (or theme) of your choice! You decide what to make, but do your best - other participants will taste-test at the end!

Thu, Nov 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.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
To celebrate National Picture Book Month, join us for a True Bluey party! There will be snacks, we will have games like Keepy Uppy, and crafts for the whole family. Come have fun with us.

Rescheduled
Thu, Nov 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
New date Tuesday, November 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville
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.

Cancelled
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Zoom
Join a livestream chat with Navajo Ranger, Milford Jr. as he discusses the chilling and insightful memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland.

Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
This event is SOLD OUT! Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket - we look forward to seeing you on the 7th!

Thu, Nov 07, 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.

Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens (12-18), try your hands at painting in 3D. Paint a delicious piece of pie using textured paint on canvas.

Fri, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we speed-solve the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be supplied at the program. Feel free to bring your own!

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Learn to make a set of 4 cards, complete with a box - perfect for gift giving or keeping for yourself! All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.
This event is full

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Kids, ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.

Sat, Nov 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Important changes are coming to Medicare in 2024. Come to a FREE educational presentation at the Library to find out what they are and get the answers you need to all your Medicare questions! 

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Like board games? So do we! Come on in and join us for a fun-filled game session. We provide the games...you provide the energy!

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children may join us for a Book Walk and win books as prizes!  A variety of picture books, board books, children's fiction and non-fiction books will be available to choose from. Please register.  
This event is full

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 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.

Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This programs aims to help prepare adults to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS.

Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids ages 4 & 5 are invited to this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills.

Mon, Nov 11, 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.

Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
14-year-old Laura Dekker sets out & finds herself far from land, family, and unwanted attention - exploring the world in search of freedom, adventure, & distant dreams of her early youth at sea.

Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
The clock is ticking for a forensic criminalist when a group of terrorists threaten to cause a construction site crane to collapse.

Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a storytime for kids ages 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.

Mon, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Mon, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting 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, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!

Mon, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Join us as we try to loom knit hats. Please register!

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Mon, Nov 11, 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.

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Significant and unprecedented changes are coming to Medicare in 2025! Do you know what they are? Please Register!

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us as Medicare expert Cliff Havens guides us through how to register and get ready to start the program, and the pros and cons of different kinds of plans.

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Teens join us for a fun trivia night with snacks and prizes! Please register.

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Stop by to work on your hobbies with others! Writers, crafters, creators, all are welcome. Space will be available for quiet crafting and for group socializing. For ages 12-18.

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Create and decorate your own gratitude journal just in time for the holidays. There will be snacks. Supplies will be provided. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. Registration required.

Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this small group class all about using your smart phone! You must bring your own device. Registration required.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring books, songs, and a craft.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us for an afternoon of environmental BINGO with the Lake County Solid Waste Management District. Small prizes will be awarded!

Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Join us as our Circle of Readers read and discuss Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan.

Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Homeschool teens are invited to get together for fun activities. Each month we will explore a new topic. Please register.

Tue, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Work on a fall decoration during this month's session! Registration is required. All Ability programs are geared to adults with special needs & are inclusive to those over the age of 18.

Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
We are proud to be hosting a support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Teens (12-18) are welcome.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This program aims to prepare adults to take the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS. Intermediate English level is required.

Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
These informational workshops are designed for those soon to be eligible for Medicare, interested in understanding 2025 changes, and wanting to receive all the benefits for which they qualify.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
These informational workshops are designed for those soon to be eligible for Medicare, interested in understanding 2025 changes, and wanting to receive all the benefits for which they qualify.

Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join the Page Turners as we discuss The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali. Books are available at the St. John Circulation Desk.

Wed, Nov 13, 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!
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Learn about the trade rivalry between the US and China during our next lecture presented by Yu Ouyang, Assoc Prof of Political Science at Purdue Northwest.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be making mosaics using dried beans. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Paint a pot in Autumn designs and have a chance to bring it back in the Spring for a potting class!

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens (ages 11-18) are invited to become part of the Teen Advisory board. Help shape programming for Tween & Teens at the branch while earning volunteer hours.

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
We'll discuss how you can create positive change in the face of climate challenges. Co-hosted with Citizens for a Sustainable Hobart, featuring David Woronecki-Ellis, Purdue University Northwest.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in person craft that teach pre-reading/reading skills. This program is for kids 4-6 years of age and their caregivers.

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Zoom
Join a livestream chat with New York Times bestselling author Javier Zamora as he chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in his award-winning memoir Solito.

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us for fun with books, songs, rhymes, and a craft!

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens. For ages 11 -18.

Thu, Nov 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children 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, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as gm.

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
This event is full

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides. Coffee, tea, and water will be available.

Fri, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Family healthcare providers will share information on services available to vision-impaired people, applying for services, and how to communicate with providers. Light refreshments will be served.

Fri, Nov 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Interested in any of the needle arts including knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us for an opportunity to chat and create. Please bring your own projects.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for Yoga at the library! Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Branch - Children's Area
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Learn what it's like to be a musher - meet three-time participant in the 1000-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Karen Land, and her Alaskan husky, Noggin! Space is limited, registration is a must.

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Bring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Make some music on Guitar Hero! Open for teens ages 12 to 18.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids ages 4 & 5 are invited to this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2-3, are invited to this drop-in playtime where they can create with playdough clay and toys.

Mon, Nov 18, 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.

Mon, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
WorkOne will be at the library to help patrons with job searching and they will provide tools, tips, and techniques you can utilize to find the right opportunity for you.

Mon, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Kids (ages 7-12), put your driving skills to the test in a Mario Kart tournament!

Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 8:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The "Exploring Asian-American Cinema" program will offer a monthly film series focused on showcasing and discussing popular works in Asian-American filmmaking. Please register. Titles listed below.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Join us as we "etch a sketch" with this nostalgic toy. Please register as supplies are limited.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will learn to create their own fluffy slime! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for Creativity Club where we will explore different arts and crafts mediums, learn about artists, and make cool stuff together like zines and comics. Space is limited so be sure to register.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library to paint a fall wooden craft. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required due to limited materials. For ages 12-18.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us as we make a paper leaf mosaic! All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Escape the distractions of home and join us for connection, conversation, and of course, reading. Not a book club - a reading party.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Explore Japanese swordspersonship & learn about Japan's oldest surviving martial art & the Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu. Please register.

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register each child and adult.

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Programming Room
Our November 2024 book chat title is "Angels of the Pacific" by Elise Hooper. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us for some calming music, word puzzles, coloring sheets, & other relaxing activities.

Tue, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Come in and try Minecraft Pi. Register ahead of time as seats are limited. Recommended for ages 8 to 18.

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join Councilor Jonathan Peterson for an update on what the Munster Council has been working on, pick up information on upcoming Town of Munster events, and ask questions about how the town works.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Join us to learn about the selected art style/movement, and make your own artwork. All materials provided. Please register.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
This fantasy musical film follows the story of Willy Wonka, the famous eccentric chocolatier, based on the character from Roald Dahl's novel. Rated PG; runtime 117 mins.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-5.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Teens (ages 12-18), make a seasonal (or holiday!) wreath using scrap fabric! Please register.

Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Teen Rainbow Club is a monthly social space for LGBTQIA+ teens & allies. Come for informal discussion, snacks, and crafts. Please register.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Children and their families are invited to create and play with LEGO® in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Come and enjoy a special visit from the Lake County Solid Waste Management District!

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Zoom
Join a livestream with Mona Susan Power as she chats about her newest novel A Council of Dolls. This conversation will highlight how her work explores Native Rights and Native American culture.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will learn to decorate cupcakes to look like a pie! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for a discussion of "Firekeeper's Daughter" by Angeline Boulley. Copies are available at the front desk.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens 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.  

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's classic film, Vertigo. Runtime: 2 hrs 9 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This storytime features stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills. Please register each child and adult attending. Registration ends 24 hours before the storytime.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Meeting Room A
All Ability: Hangout is a program designed for adults with special needs. Each session we will read picture books and do an activity centered around a theme. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for this 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, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a program for toddlers ages 2 and 3, and a caregiver, where they can participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Jennifer Hillier's "Things We Do in the Dark". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Thu, Nov 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.

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - 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.
Registration opens Thursday, November 21 2024 at 6:00pm

Fri, Nov 22, 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.

Sat, Nov 23, 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.

Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Come enjoy an engaging, funny, memorable concert by musician Joe Rauen! Rauen creates and plays one of a kind instruments made out of household items!

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Put a spin on the typical holiday village as you embellish your own DIY winter cottage. Registration is REQUIRED; materials are limited. For ages 18 and over.
This event is full

Sat, Nov 23, 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, Nov 25, 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.

Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us for a book discussion! Clementine forms a plan to make sure her heart doesn't get broken. Will she be able to keep to that plan or will she fall for the mysterious man who enters her life?

Mon, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you. We'll brainstorm and discuss ways to improve teen programs.

Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Experience Dicken's "A Christmas Carol" presented live in this two actor cast from Bright Star Children's Theater. All ages are invited! Please register.

Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Join us as we turn our junk into journaling creations!

Mon, Nov 25, 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.

Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room
Teens, let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and talk about a different book. In November we are reading Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Join us for this new monthly club as we solve murder mysteries, escape rooms, ponder puzzles, play games, and otherwise ask "Whodunit?". This month we will solve the "Mystery at Stargazer's Manor"!

Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join this beginner level class and learn to make a leather medicine bag. All supplies are provided.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 10:50am
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.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring books, songs, and a craft.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Programming Room
Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Parents and caregivers of children, birth-23 months, are welcome to chat with one another and enjoy a refreshment while children explore with books and puzzles! Registration is required.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Code Breaker" by Walter Isaacson. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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, Nov 27, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Cedar Lake
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, Nov 27, 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.

Rescheduled
Wed, Nov 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
New date Wednesday, November 27, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
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!

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Children are welcome to come and play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
A journalist suddenly becomes the interviewee when creating a profile on Fred Rogers, the creator and star of the children's program Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Runtime: 107 mins Rating: PG

Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
WorkOne will be at the library to assist patrons with their resumes. Learn about resume formats, tailoring your resume for the job you want & how to put it together to catch the eye of an employer.

Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.

Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room
Teens get volunteer hours! Help plan programs and projects at the library. Interested teens, ages 11 - 17, can attend. Zoom available. Please register.

Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Teens are invited to make their own dry hot chocolate mix in a jar. Decorate the jar to give as a gift or enjoy for yourself. Supplies provided by the library. Registration is required; ages 12-17.

Tue, Dec 03, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's travel film about the American Rockies. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Create a one-of-a-kind craft using items from the LCSWMD's ReUz It Room! All supplies will be provided.

Tue, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 12:40pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2 - 4, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

Tue, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Be the fastest jigsaw puzzlers at the library! Teams of 2-4 will have 2hrs. to complete a 500 pc. puzzle. First team to finish wins! Registration is REQUIRED! Call the DS info desk to register!
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards.

Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
How are your gift-wrapping skills? How fast are you? What if you are blindfolded? What if your gifts are oddly shaped? How well do you disguise your gifts? Join in the trials and see! Please register.

Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us in Holiday cheer by drinking hot chocolate and decorating cookies with your family. There will be a green screen to take Christmas Card photos.

Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to come and learn how to make melted snowman using white chocolate bark. Sure to be a hit at any holiday gatherings.

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a program for toddlers ages 2 and 3, and a caregiver, where they can participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
This event is full

Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the discussion of Dead Mountain, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for December. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Thu, Dec 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come on by to make your own slime! Basic supplies will be provided. Bring additional mix-ins if you want! For ages 12-18.

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 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

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