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The full book sale room is located at Merrillville branch

Book Sale Room

The Book Sale Room is located at the Merrillville branch and contains not only books, but movies and music as well! You never know what you might find if you look through our shelves.

Book Sale Room Hours

Mon - Wed - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tues - Thur 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Annual Fall Book Sale

This year's Fall Booksale will be on October 4 and 5 - but Friends of the Library can get special early access on October 3! Friends memberships are $5 per person, $10 for the family, $15 for sponsor-level membership, and $100 for a lifetime membership - and you can even sign up at the door on the 3rd.

Fall Booksale prices range from $0.25 to $1.00, so hurry in - our stock will go fast. We definitely suggest becoming a Friend so you can get first pick!

The sale takes place at Merrillville Branch in Meeting Room A (on the lower level next to the Children's Department).

Annual Fall Book Sale Hours

Thursday, Oct. 3
Friends Pre-Sale		 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday, Oct 4 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 5 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Book Sales at the Branches

Look for the neon orange book sale rack sign!If it is outside of Book Sale Room hours, or if you can't make it out to the Merrillville branch, look for Book Sale racks at all branches!

Prices:

  • Adult Hardbacks: $1.00

  • Adult Oversize Paperbacks: $0.75

  • Adult Market Paperbacks: $0.25

  • Juvenile Hardbacks: $0.50

  • Juvenile Paperbacks: $0.25

  • CDs: $1.00

  • DVDs: $1.00

  • VHS: $0.50

  • Magazines: $0.25

  • Cassettes: $0.25

  • Puzzles: $0.25

Upcoming Events
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months
Mon, Jan 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,... 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early... more
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early... more
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Munster - Children's Program Room
Young children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Please register all attendees so we... more
Young children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Please register all attendees so we may be able to count you in our attendance.
Swing Time
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's Musical Monday selection: Swing Time, the 1936 classic, starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Run time: 104... more
Join us for this month's Musical Monday selection: Swing Time, the 1936 classic, starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Run time: 104 min. Refreshments will be served. Registration required.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months
Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
This special storytime is designed for children ages 0-23 months and a caregiver. We will sing songs, read short stories, do lap... more
This special storytime is designed for children ages 0-23 months and a caregiver. We will sing songs, read short stories, do lap bounces, and play!
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Jan 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Young children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Please register all attendees so we... more
Young children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Please register all attendees so we may be able to count you in our attendance.
Eva A-7063 - Celebrating Eva Education Day
Mon, Jan 27, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Documentary telling the full, astonishing story of Eva Kor and her survival of Auschwitz. It reveals her hidden pain, rage and... more
Documentary telling the full, astonishing story of Eva Kor and her survival of Auschwitz. It reveals her hidden pain, rage and unextinguished love for humanity. 90minutes
Coloring for Adults
Mon, Jan 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A
Adults are invited to de-stress and relax with pencils and coloring sheets provided by the library. Or bring your own!
Census 2020 Job Recruiting - Walk-ins Welcome
Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library foyer - Library foyer
The US Census Bureau is looking to hire 5,000 workers in our area. Roy Gillis will be here to answer your questions about working for... more
The US Census Bureau is looking to hire 5,000 workers in our area. Roy Gillis will be here to answer your questions about working for the Census Bureau and also to help you with the application.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Mon, Jan 27, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-5.
Downton Abbey
Mon, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Enjoy this new full length feature film on the library's big screen!
Word Games: An Afternoon of Fun
Mon, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Play Scrabble or other word games with friends and meet new ones. All games--as well as coffee and tea--will be provided. Join the fun!
Census 2020 Job Recruiting - Walk-Ins Welcome!
Mon, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Hobart - Quiet Study Room
Every Monday in the Hobart Study Room, 2020 Census recruiters will be available to help you apply for Census employment. Walk-ins are... more
Every Monday in the Hobart Study Room, 2020 Census recruiters will be available to help you apply for Census employment. Walk-ins are welcome!
Teen Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day - Tree Painting
Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day by making a beautiful tree painting using bubble wrap! All materials will be provided.... more
Celebrate Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day by making a beautiful tree painting using bubble wrap! All materials will be provided. Registration is required due to limited materials. Ages 10-18.
Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patty Callahan
Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
The love story of C. S. Lewis and his wife, Helen Joy Davidman Gresham, was improbable---and seemingly impossible. Their Eros-story led... more
The love story of C. S. Lewis and his wife, Helen Joy Davidman Gresham, was improbable---and seemingly impossible. Their Eros-story led to some of Lewis’s greatest works.
Teen Anime Club
Mon, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
We'll watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative or bring in... more
We'll watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative or bring in your own sketchbook and projects to work on.
Teen Recycled Puzzle Art
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens, reclaim an old puzzle as your own! You can paint the pieces and make them into wall art, friendship necklaces, Valentine's Day... more
Teens, reclaim an old puzzle as your own! You can paint the pieces and make them into wall art, friendship necklaces, Valentine's Day gifts, etc.!
Eva: A Holocaust Survivor's Fight to Heal the World
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
At 10, Eva suffered the worst of the Holocaust. At 50, she launched the biggest manhunt in history. Now in her 80s, she circles the... more
At 10, Eva suffered the worst of the Holocaust. At 50, she launched the biggest manhunt in history. Now in her 80s, she circles the globe teaching healing through forgiveness.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
Downton Abbey
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Enjoy this new full length feature film on the library's big screen!
3H Camera Club: Photography Basics
Mon, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Members of the 3H Camera Club will be here to present on photography basics and how to get started. Bring your digital camera!... more
Members of the 3H Camera Club will be here to present on photography basics and how to get started. Bring your digital camera! Registration is required.
Crochet @ Your Library
Mon, Jan 27, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Cedar Lake - Public Tables
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!
Citizenship Class
Tue, Jan 28, 9:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
The class is designed to help adults improve their English reading, writing and speaking skills, focusing on the necessary civic... more
The class is designed to help adults improve their English reading, writing and speaking skills, focusing on the necessary civic information to prepare for American citizenship.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early... more
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Children's Program Room
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Jan 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-5.
Free Blood Pressure Screening
Tue, Jan 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Library Foyer - Library Foyer
A Representative from NorthShore Health Center will be offering free blood pressure screenings in the foyer. First come, first served.
Rescheduled
Teen: Game Day
Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Tuesday, January 28, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Munster
Come play board games or card games.
Teen: Game Day
Tue, Jan 28, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Come play board games or card games.
Art Club (Grades K-6)
Tue, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
School-age children, K-6th grade, are invited to the library for an hour of art exploration and fun. All supplies will be provided.... more
School-age children, K-6th grade, are invited to the library for an hour of art exploration and fun. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Please wear clothes you can get messy in.
Pajama Storytime: Ages Birth - 6
Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Families are invited to join us for a 45 minute story time. We will read books, sing songs, and have fun activities! Kids can wear their... more
Families are invited to join us for a 45 minute story time. We will read books, sing songs, and have fun activities! Kids can wear their pajamas at this relaxed evening story time.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Stories, fingerplays, music, related activities and a craft are all included in this storytime for children and their family members.
Eva A-7063: A Holocaust Survivor's Fight to Heal the World - Celebrating Eva Education Day
Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Documentary telling the full, astonishing story of Eva Kor and her survival of Auschwitz. It reveals her hidden pain, rage and... more
Documentary telling the full, astonishing story of Eva Kor and her survival of Auschwitz. It reveals her hidden pain, rage and unextinguished love for humanity. 90minutes 
Building Blocks to Literacy
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various play stations. Playing helps children... more
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various play stations. Playing helps children learn language, literacy, social, and other skills.
2020 Census Job Recruiting
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Griffith/Calumet Twp Library - Table by front doors
2020 Census recruiters will be available to help you get more information on job positions and how to apply. Walk-ins welcome.
Off the Hook
Wed, Jan 29, 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!
Let's Make Art: Homeschool Edition (Grades K-6)
Wed, Jan 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Homeschoolers in grades K-6th will make an art project with supplies provided by the library. Sign-ups are required and space is limited.
Census 2020 Job Recruiting - Walk-ins Welcome
Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Quiet Study Room #3
Every Wednesday, in Quiet Study Room 3, 2020 Census Recruitment Advisors will be available to help you apply for Census employment. ... more
Every Wednesday, in Quiet Study Room 3, 2020 Census Recruitment Advisors will be available to help you apply for Census employment. Walk-ins are welcome!
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
New Year's Resolution: Paying Down Debt - Presented by Centier Bank
Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Representatives from Centier Bank will give general advice about getting your finances in order. This is the year to achieve your... more
Representatives from Centier Bank will give general advice about getting your finances in order. This is the year to achieve your resolutions!
French Conversations
Wed, Jan 29, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Parlez-vous francais? French speakers of all skill levels are welcome to join us for conversations in French.
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