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Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

President
Alice Hunt Lounges
Appointed by
The Nine School Boards of Lake County
October 28, 2010

Vice President
Marti Ross
Appointed by
Lake County Council
August 9, 2011

Secretary
Larry Acheff
Appointed by
Lake County Commissioners
July 1, 2013

Michael McIntyre
Appointed by
Lake County Council
September 8, 2009

Charman Shields-Williamson
Appointed by
Merrillville School Board
April 27, 2017

Molly Dunscombe
Appointed by
Merrillville School Board
January 16, 2014

Bruce Woods
Appointed by
Lake County Commissioners
August, 2007

Questions? Comments?

Email the Board of Trustees!

Board meetings are held on a monthly basis. Click here for the full schedule of 2019 board meetings.

Upcoming Events

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months

Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children birth - 23 mos. old, accompanied by an adult caregiver, will enjoy this 30 min. lap-sit program. Songs, stories, finger plays... more

Children birth - 23 mos. old, accompanied by an adult caregiver, will enjoy this 30 min. lap-sit program. Songs, stories, finger plays and rhymes will encourage interaction and language development.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months

Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Munster - Children's Program Room

Learn new ways to play with your baby (birth to 23 months), while stimulating mental growth. Please register all attendees so we may... more

Learn new ways to play with your baby (birth to 23 months), while stimulating mental growth. Please register all attendees so we may be able to count you in our attendance.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 months

Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

St. John - Children's Program Room

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

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

This event is full

Labor Basics

Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

An experienced labor nurse will help expectant parents prepare for labor by providing education and advice on the labor experience. She... more

An experienced labor nurse will help expectant parents prepare for labor by providing education and advice on the labor experience. She will help parents feel prepared for the birth of their baby.

Space Jam

Wed, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Enjoy a movie during summer break. Bring the whole family! Rated PG ; 88 minutes Snacks are welcome (clear drinks only)! *Children under... more

Enjoy a movie during summer break. Bring the whole family! Rated PG ; 88 minutes Snacks are welcome (clear drinks only)! *Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult 18+.

Off the Hook

Wed, Jul 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your favorite yarn or thread project and enjoy some great company while you create! All crafters are welcome, no matter what craft... more

Bring your favorite yarn or thread project and enjoy some great company while you create! All crafters are welcome, no matter what craft you enjoy!

Indiana Dunes National Park - Presented by Park Ranger Kipton Walton

Wed, Jul 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

This school aged program will focus on the Indiana Dunes National park's plants, animals and general ecology. Children will learn about... more

This school aged program will focus on the Indiana Dunes National park's plants, animals and general ecology. Children will learn about the natural world not so far from us and what park rangers do.

Engineering with NIPSCO for Kids

Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

This program for kids in 1st through 6th grade will introduce kids to engineering concepts through a presentation and fun hands on... more

This program for kids in 1st through 6th grade will introduce kids to engineering concepts through a presentation and fun hands on activities.

Travel Film: Canary Islands

Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Explore: Puerto Mogan, Puerto Rico, Tenerife, Palmitos Park, Santa Cruz Maspalomas, Las Teresitas, Playa del Ingles, Candelaria, Gran... more

Explore: Puerto Mogan, Puerto Rico, Tenerife, Palmitos Park, Santa Cruz Maspalomas, Las Teresitas, Playa del Ingles, Candelaria, Gran Canaria

Teen MakerStation: Robot Space Race

Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Teens will construct a space obstacle course. Then they will code and operate the Dash and Sphero BOLT 'bots in a race through the course.

Wii Gaming for Adults

Wed, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Adults can try all kinds of sports activities on the Nintendo Wii including bowling, golf, archery, racing, and more! Wii is easy to... more

Adults can try all kinds of sports activities on the Nintendo Wii including bowling, golf, archery, racing, and more! Wii is easy to learn, and lots of fun! Registration required.

Teen: Escape Room Challenge

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Ages 11 and up will have to find clues around the room to solve the puzzle to escape the room.

This event is full

Teen Game On

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Eat snacks while playing video and board games.

Teen Game Fest

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Play Wii games, jam out on Guitar Hero or many other games!

Teen Book Reviews

Wed, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Learn how to write a book review while enjoying snacks and sharing your top picks from this year.

Flight of the Navigator

Wed, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's Classic Film selection: Flight of the Navigator. Rated PG. Run time: 90 minutes. Refreshments will be... more

Join us for this month's Classic Film selection: Flight of the Navigator. Rated PG. Run time: 90 minutes. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required.

Teen: Escape Room Challenge

Wed, Jul 24, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Munster Branch - Large Meeting Room

Ages 11 and up will have to find clues around the room to solve the puzzle to escape the room.

This event is full

The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story - Between the Lines Book Club

Wed, Jul 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit" by Michael Finkel.... more

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit" by Michael Finkel. Books can be picked up at the circ desk a month before the event.

The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story - Between the Lines Book Club

Thu, Jul 25, 10:15am - 11:30am

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

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit" by Michael Finkel.... more

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit" by Michael Finkel. Books can be picked up at the circ desk a month before the event.

Storytime: Ages 2-3

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Toddlers 2 and 3 years of age accompanied by a caregiver will participate in stories, finger plays, music activities, crafts, and more.... more

Toddlers 2 and 3 years of age accompanied by a caregiver will participate in stories, finger plays, music activities, crafts, and more. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

Flight of the Navigator

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's Classic Film selection: Flight of the Navigator. Rated PG. Run time: 90 minutes. Refreshments will be... more

Join us for this month's Classic Film selection: Flight of the Navigator. Rated PG. Run time: 90 minutes. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required.

Thursday Threaders

Thu, Jul 25, 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.

Code Girls by Liza Mundy

Thu, Jul 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion, copies are available at the Munster branch. The untold story of the American women... more

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion, copies are available at the Munster branch. The untold story of the American women who cracked German and Japanese code to help win World War II.

Animals of the Night

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Come see animals at the library! Humane Indiana rehabilitates wildlife, and they will be sending some of their nocturnal animals for... more

Come see animals at the library! Humane Indiana rehabilitates wildlife, and they will be sending some of their nocturnal animals for this special event. Which ones? Just wait and see!

LEGO® Indy 500: Ages 6-11

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Build a LEGO® race car, check it's performance on the track, tweak it to your satisfaction, then race the other cars!

Schererville Fire Department

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dyer/Schererville Library: East parking lot

Explore a real fire truck and beat the heat with the spray from the Schererville Fire Department's tallest and biggest hose. Bring a... more

Explore a real fire truck and beat the heat with the spray from the Schererville Fire Department's tallest and biggest hose. Bring a towel and wear your swimsuit.

LEGO® (Grades K-6)

Thu, Jul 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children in grades K-6 will have fun making their own unique LEGO® creations. The only requirement is imagination!

This event is full

Teen Arts & Crafts - Constellation Sewing Cards

Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Learn how to hand sew designs of several star constellations on cardstock paper! Easy and simple to make for friends and family! Ages... more

Learn how to hand sew designs of several star constellations on cardstock paper! Easy and simple to make for friends and family! Ages 11-18. Must register.

School Age Explorers - STEAM (Grades 1 & up)

Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Children who have completed kindergarten and older will explore the universe using STEAM techniques.

LEGO® (Grades K-6)

Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Children in grades K-6 are invited to join us for one hour of LEGO® building. Bring your friends, but please leave your own LEGOS® at... more

Children in grades K-6 are invited to join us for one hour of LEGO® building. Bring your friends, but please leave your own LEGOS® at home.

Glow In The Dark Family Dance Party (All Ages)

Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Kids and their families are invited for an evening of glow in the dark dancing and fun. One glow stick per child will be provided. ... more

Kids and their families are invited for an evening of glow in the dark dancing and fun. One glow stick per child will be provided. Lemonade and snacks will be provided.

Midnight in the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew Sullivan

Thu, Jul 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join our Once Upon a Crime mystery book discussion. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Rescheduled

Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease

Fri, Jul 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

New date Friday, July 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Merrillville

Informational and interactive session that focuses on understanding the disease process of progressive dementia.

Rescheduled

Advanced Issues & Strategies - Alzheimer's Disease

Fri, Jul 26, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

New date Friday, July 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Merrillville

A session on advanced issues and strategies. Please register by calling Alzheimer's Services of Northern Indiana toll free at... more

A session on advanced issues and strategies. Please register by calling Alzheimer's Services of Northern Indiana toll free at 1-888-303-0180.

Friday Film Break: Space Buddies

Fri, Jul 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

G 84 min Five astro-mutts are on a mission to the moon.

Ralph Breaks the Internet

Fri, Jul 26, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Brown Bag Movie - Bring your lunch and a beverage and we will provide the popcorn! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Genealogy Class: Beginner Polish Genealogy

Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Guest speaker Steve Szabados will give an overview of basic Polish researching techniques. He has conducted extensive research using... more

Guest speaker Steve Szabados will give an overview of basic Polish researching techniques. He has conducted extensive research using church and other records throughout Poland.

Galaxy Quest

Fri, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for the outer space 1999 comedy Galaxy Quest at the library! Rated PG. Runtime: 103 minutes. Snacks will be provided.... more

Join us for the outer space 1999 comedy Galaxy Quest at the library! Rated PG. Runtime: 103 minutes. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required.

Rescheduled

Chess Club

Fri, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

New date Friday, July 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Munster

Come play chess with us! All levels of experience are welcome. We can accommodate 20 people playing at the same time. Jeffrey Graves is... more

Come play chess with us! All levels of experience are welcome. We can accommodate 20 people playing at the same time. Jeffrey Graves is the program facilitator.

Chess Club

Fri, Jul 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Come play chess with us! All levels of experience are welcome. We can accommodate 20 people playing at the same time. Jeffrey Graves is... more

Come play chess with us! All levels of experience are welcome. We can accommodate 20 people playing at the same time. Jeffrey Graves is the program facilitator.

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