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Check back often as we add new resources and services!

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Upcoming Events
Fri, Apr 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Branch - Info Desk
Fill out the game card trying to match staff members to their favorite book! Submit completed cards to the box to be entered for a... more
Fill out the game card trying to match staff members to their favorite book! Submit completed cards to the box to be entered for a library swag bag prize!

Fri, Apr 11, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Library - Circulation Desk or Info Desk
Drop off your redesigned book covers featuring "The Great Gatsby" to the Dyer-Schererville branch during open hours this week! A... more
Drop off your redesigned book covers featuring "The Great Gatsby" to the Dyer-Schererville branch during open hours this week! A committee will judge & announce a winner on Monday, April 14th.

Fri, Apr 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Merrillville Branch - Information Desk
We're celebrating National Library Week with a caption contest! Stop by the Merrillville branch anytime between April 7 - April 12 to... more
We're celebrating National Library Week with a caption contest! Stop by the Merrillville branch anytime between April 7 - April 12 to add your captions to our historical photos.

Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Celebrate National Library Week by making a mini book nook diorama! This program is for adults 18 and over. Registration is required.... more
Celebrate National Library Week by making a mini book nook diorama! This program is for adults 18 and over. Registration is required. Please cancel if you are unable to attend!
Registration is now closed

Fri, Apr 11, 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... more
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.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 11, 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, Apr 12, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Branch - Info Desk
Fill out the game card trying to match staff members to their favorite book! Submit completed cards to the box to be entered for a... more
Fill out the game card trying to match staff members to their favorite book! Submit completed cards to the box to be entered for a library swag bag prize!

Sat, Apr 12, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Merrillville Branch - Information Desk
We're celebrating National Library Week with a caption contest! Stop by the Merrillville branch anytime between April 7 - April 12 to... more
We're celebrating National Library Week with a caption contest! Stop by the Merrillville branch anytime between April 7 - April 12 to add your captions to our historical photos.

Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Make a mini-bookshelf in an Altoids tin to celebrate National Library Week! All materials will be provided. Space is limited.... more
Make a mini-bookshelf in an Altoids tin to celebrate National Library Week! All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Sat, Apr 12, 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... more
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, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Enjoy an afternoon of Tea and listen to Leslie Goddard as she presents Julia Child. This is a paid event and reservations can only be... more
Enjoy an afternoon of Tea and listen to Leslie Goddard as she presents Julia Child. This is a paid event and reservations can only be made through payment. For more information, please call ext. 315.

Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
A bitter nightclub owner works in Casablanca during World War II but his life changes when a former love comes back into his life. Rated... more
A bitter nightclub owner works in Casablanca during World War II but his life changes when a former love comes back into his life. Rated PG. Runtime: 102 minutes.

Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 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... more
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, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Vera Wong is a lonely lady of a certain age who lives above her forgotten tea shop. One morning Vera finds a dead man in the middle of... more
Vera Wong is a lonely lady of a certain age who lives above her forgotten tea shop. One morning Vera finds a dead man in the middle of her tea shop; she decides to start her own investigation.

Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Harold (Jim Broadbent) is an ordinary man who has passed through life, living on the side lines, until he goes to post a letter one day... more
Harold (Jim Broadbent) is an ordinary man who has passed through life, living on the side lines, until he goes to post a letter one day and keeps walking. Film Not Rated; 1h49mins.

Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 1:50pm
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... more
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, Apr 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Interested in learning more about using your smart phone camera? Join us for this small group class all about the camera app! You must... more
Interested in learning more about using your smart phone camera? Join us for this small group class all about the camera app! You must bring your own device. Registration required.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville Branch - Upper Level
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more
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, Apr 14, 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... more
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, Apr 14, 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... more
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, Apr 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
This April, let's learn how to make and crochet plarn (plastic yarn). Plarn is made from plastic bags which can be difficult to recycle.... more
This April, let's learn how to make and crochet plarn (plastic yarn). Plarn is made from plastic bags which can be difficult to recycle. Repurpose them instead! Supplies will be provided.

Mon, Apr 14, 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... more
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, Apr 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Apr 15, 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... more
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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... more
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.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 15, 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... more
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, Apr 15, 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... more
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, Apr 15, 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,... more
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, Apr 15, 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... more
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, Apr 15, 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... more
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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... more
In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room,Hobart Zoom Room
Our April 2025 book chat title is "No Time Like the Future" by Michael J. Fox. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact... more
Our April 2025 book chat title is "No Time Like the Future" by Michael J. Fox. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Tue, Apr 15, 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... more
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, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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.

Tue, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for video and board games!

Tue, Apr 15, 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... more
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, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 6-11, will celebrate Earth Day by painting birdhouses. Children must be at least 6 years old to attend. Please wear old... more
Children, ages 6-11, will celebrate Earth Day by painting birdhouses. Children must be at least 6 years old to attend. Please wear old clothes. Space is limited, registration is required.

Tue, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as GM.

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Bring your current craft project and join the conversation!

Wed, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Wed, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hobart - Programming Room
April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Spending & Saving 2)... more
April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Spending & Saving 2) Financial Recovery 3) Understanding Your Paycheck 4) Banking Services

Wed, Apr 16, 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
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, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Children will have fun developing early literary skills as they enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more!

Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a cooking program that teaches kitchen skills, nutrition, and sustainability through interactive lessons and... more
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.

Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville Branch - Upper Level
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more
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, Apr 16, 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... more
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
As part of National Poetry Month, come to our writing session at the library. No sharing or critiquing required, just some inspiration... more
As part of National Poetry Month, come to our writing session at the library. No sharing or critiquing required, just some inspiration and a quiet place to be creative.

Wed, Apr 16, 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!

Wed, Apr 16, 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... more
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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for a discussion of "In the Time of Our History" by Susanne Pari. Copies are available at the front desk.

Wed, Apr 16, 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... more
A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. Registration is required. For ages 10 - 18.

Thu, Apr 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Join us for this month's classic film, On the Waterfront. Runtime: 1 hr & 48 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Apr 17, 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... more
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, Apr 17, 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... more
Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters during this program.  

Thu, Apr 17, 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... more
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, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Please register... more
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Please register all attending.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 17, 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... more
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, Apr 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... more
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, Apr 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Apr 17, 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... more
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, Apr 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room
Learn how to search for obits and how to squeeze every bit of information out of them. We’ll discuss LCPL’s own obituary... more
Learn how to search for obits and how to squeeze every bit of information out of them. We’ll discuss LCPL’s own obituary collections, as well as Ancestry Library Edition and several other sources.

Thu, Apr 17, 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... more
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, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Learn how to make cherry blossom eggs at our next Adult Craft Night!
This event is full

Fri, Apr 18, 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.... more
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, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
For seasoned players and beginners. Please bring your own set as on-site supplies are limited. Open play every third Friday.

Fri, Apr 18, 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... more
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, Apr 19, 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... more
Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.
This event is full

Sat, Apr 19, 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... more
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, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Branch Library - Children's Area
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Sat, Apr 19, 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... more
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.