Cedar Lake Branch of the Lake County Public Library

Create Your Own Greeting Card

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Registration is now closed

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk With Smithsonian Scientists - Authors of Bat Island

Wed, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Online

Join a livestream chat with Smithsonian scientists. This talk will cover topics from the book Bat Island: A Rare Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats.

Wed, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Wed, Oct 02, 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!

Registration is now closed

Pajama Storytime

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us for an evening of stories, songs, activities, and more. Feel free to come in your pajamas!

Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 02, 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

Teen Spooky Snack Mix

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will make their own spooky themed snack mix to keep or gift to friends/family! We’ll be using a variety of ingredients like pretzels, candy, chips, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Teens: Fun with Food - Ages 10-15

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Each month (usually the 1st Wednesday) tweens and teens (ages 10 to 15) will be taken on a Food Adventure. To ensure there is enough supplies and to address food allergies, registration is required.

Registration is now closed

BINGO for Books - Sponsored by Northwest Indiana Literacy Council

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Kids and their families are invited to play Bingo and win free books!

Art Club (Grades K-5)

Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different famous artist and do a corresponding activity. This is a 5 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Calumet Astronomical Society

Wed, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join the Calumet Astronomical Society to learn about various topics on the cosmos

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Thu, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement. Please register all children and adults that will attend.

Registration is now closed

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-6.

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville

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

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Children's Program 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.

Holly by Stephen King - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the discussion of Holly, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for October. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Registration is now closed

Teen Tourney: Mario Kart

Thu, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Teens (ages 12-18), put your (video game) combat skills to the test in a racing tournament! Snacks and prizes will be provided.

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

Thu, Oct 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.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

This event is full

NANORIMO Prep Workshop With Larry Sweazy

Thu, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room

The hardest part of writing a novel is finishing it. Fortunately, thanks to the Indiana Humanities' writing workshop grants, we're bringing in Indiana author Larry Sweazy to help us out.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

Nightmare Before Christmas - Family Movie

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

Stitch'n Time

Sat, Oct 05, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Adults and teens, please join us with your projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) to chat and stitch! Bring your supplies, and other attendees can instruct on crochet as needed.

Acrylic Painting (FEE)

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm

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

Create a unique painting with assistance from local artist Mary Stang-Helm. Cash fee of $25 paid at time of event covers all materials. Class begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, Oct 05, 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.

Cancelled

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Munster

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.

Family Storytime

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Stories, fingerplays, music, related activities and a craft are all included this this storytime for children and their family members.

Sat, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us to watch the Tim Burton's classic with some sing-alongs, related crafts, and refreshments. Costumes are encouraged.

Mah Jongg Instruction at the Library

Sat, Oct 05, 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, Oct 07, 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.

Rebel Without a Cause - Movie Monday

Mon, Oct 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

Libby App Basics

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Dear Evan Hansen

Mon, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A film adaptation of the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical. Evan Hansen, a high school senior with Social Anxiety Disorder, has a journey of self-discovery. Runtime: 137 mins Rating: PG-13

Mon, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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, Oct 07, 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.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Haunted Indiana: Ghosts and Legends of the Region - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Teen Anime Club

Mon, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Are you a fan of anime or manga? If so, come to our monthly Teen Anime Club to find new anime to watch. We watch 3-4 episodes of your choosing each month. Ages 12-18.

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join Bob Anderson, host of Bob After Dark, as he delves into the eerie and unexplained occurrences of Northwest Indiana. Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation. Please register all who will be attending.

Whodunit? Adult Mystery Club

Mon, Oct 07, 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?". Our first challenge will be to solve "Murder on the Safari"!

One Pill Can Kill

Mon, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

The DEA’s "One Pill Can Kill" campaign offers an opportunity to raise awareness about counterfeit prescription drugs. Overview of drug trends and issues affecting our community in northern Indiana.

Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Tech Class: Internet Basics

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create! All adults are welcome. Please include the number of anticipated attendees in your reservation.

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John Branch - Public Computers

New to using the internet or want some extra practice? Join us for this small group class all about browsing the web! All supplies will be provided. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

Storytime Ages 4-5

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for this storytime featuring books, songs, and a craft!

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Friends of the Library Meeting

Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

The Friends of LCPL will host their bi-monthly meeting.

Cancelled

Be Heart Smart Series - Presented by Purdue Extension

Tue, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dyer-Schererville

Be Heart Smart is a program for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Participants are asked to attend all 4 lessons.

The Midnight Library by Matt Haig - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

Tue, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Our Circle of Readers will be discussing The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

This event is full

Tween and Teen: Minecraft Meet-Up

Tue, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Cedar Lake

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.

All Ability: Halloween-time! Ages 18 and Over

Tue, Oct 08, 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

WIC Presentation

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library for an informational presentation about WIC, which is a nutrition program offered to women, infants and children.

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

We'll create witch hat magnets & spiderweb candle holders. Registration required. All Ability programs are geared to adults with special needs & inclusive to those over the age of 18.

Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months

Wed, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 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.

Caregivers & Coffee Hour

Wed, Oct 09, 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.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!

Teen Gaming

Wed, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Teen Cooking: Pop Culture - Pancake Art

Wed, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Teens, master the skill of pancake art! Recreate favorite characters or images, or create an avant-garde original! Participants must register. For ages 12-18.

The Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim

Wed, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join the Page Turners as we discuss The Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim. Books are available at the St. John Circulation Desk.

Teen Cartoon School

Wed, Oct 09, 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

Munster Lecture Series: The History of Magic - Presented by Michael R. Lynn, Professor of History at PNW

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Learn about the history of magic during our next Munster Lecture Series meeting. Michael R. Lynn, Professor of History at Purdue Northwest, will guide us through this lecture.

Bats Around the World - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Come enjoy this entertaining and educational program from the Incredible Bats! They will be bringing several creatures to the library. This program is sponsored by the LCPL Foundation.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk With Silvia Moreno-Garcia - Bestselling Author of Mexican Gothic

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Zoom

Join a livestream chat as Moreno-Garcia chats with us about Latin American Genre fiction, her writing process and journey, as well as her newest book The Seventh Veil of Salome.

All Ability: Haunted Houses

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

This month we will be making cardboard Haunted Houses. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs.

Thu, Oct 10, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Thu, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

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

Teen Advisory Board & Gaming Hour - Ages 10-18

Thu, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens (ages 10-18) are invited to join the Teen Advisory Board to help shape Teen programming while earning volunteer hours. After a brief meeting board games, a Switch, and snacks will be provided.

Thu, Oct 10, 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

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Thu, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as GM.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Thu, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 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.

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Speedcubing - Advanced Rubik's Cube

Fri, Oct 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!

Building Blocks to Literacy

Sat, Oct 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 older kids will also be available on high tables.

Merrillville Fire Department: Smoke House - Fire Prevention Week

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville Library - South Parking Lot

The Merrillville Fire Department is coming to the library. Can you escape their smoky room? Children and families are invited stop by any time between 2 and 3 o'clock to learn about fire safety!

Monster House (PG) - Halloween Movie

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us during the spooky season for a kid friendly monster movie. Light refreshments will be provided.

Cancelled

Mon, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville

This programs aims to help prepare adults to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS.

Cancelled

Mon, Oct 14, 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.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 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 early literacy skills.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Walking Book Club at Oak Ridge Prairie

Tue, Oct 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 teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Oak Ridge Prairie - 301 South Colfax Street Griffith, IN 46319

Join us for a lovely morning walk and talk about books at Oak Ridge Prairie! We will talk about what books we've been reading and recommend some titles or authors to each other.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Oct 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 early literacy skills.

Caregivers & Coffee Hour

Tue, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Programming Room

Our October 2024 book chat title is "The Dictionary of Lost Words" by Pip Williams. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Tue, Oct 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 emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Be Heart Smart Series - Presented by Purdue Extension

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

This event is full

Toddler Play Session

Tue, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

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.

This event is full

Cancelled

Tue, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dyer-Schererville

Be Heart Smart is a program for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Participants are asked to attend all 4 lessons.

Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Cancelled

Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville

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

Teen Artsy Evenings

Tue, Oct 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, Oct 16, 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.

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Wed, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

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

The Spengler family returns to the iconic New York City firehouse to team up with the original Ghostbusters. Rated PG13; runtime of 125 mins.

Monthly Resume Workshop

Wed, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

Creepy Critter Halloween With Indiana Wild - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Wed, Oct 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! No registration required.

Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a presentation by Indiana Wild featuring their creepy crawly critters!

Wed, Oct 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 bring along a project you're already working on!

Teen Rainbow Club

Wed, Oct 16, 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.

Teen Craft: Spooky Clay Creations

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children are invited to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Teens will learn to make some cute, spooky creations using air dry clay! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Kids Club: Ages 6-12

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Come to Kids Club and create a fall themed craft!

LEGO® Night

Wed, Oct 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 displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Teens: Crafting Hour - Ages 10-15

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Each month we will have different craft projects designed for teens and tweens (ages 10-15). We will provide all the supplies you need to be crafty.

Creepy Critter Halloween With Indiana Wild - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart Community Center - 111 E Old Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 46342

Join us for a presentation by Indiana Wild featuring their creepy crawly critters!

Last Confessions of Sylvia P. by Lee Kravetz

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Last Confessions of Sylvia P." by Lee Kravetz. Copies are available at the front desk.

Double Indemnity - Classic Film

Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Oct 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 with other crafters during this program.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's classic film, Double Indemnity. Runtime: 1 hr 50 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Oct 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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Oct 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 company of others.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-6.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 17, 10:45am - 11:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

Significant and unprecedented changes are coming to Medicare in 2025! Do you know what they are? Please Register!

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

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

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Rescheduled

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

New date Friday, October 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart

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, Oct 17, 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

Teen Craft: Let's Make Slime!

Thu, Oct 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Earthquake Shaker Activity: Ages 6-12

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us to design a structure that can withstand a whole lot of shaking!

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Thu, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 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

Animals from Around the World: Presented by Incredible Bats - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Fri, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to learn about animals from around the world. Incredible Bats will bring a variety of animals for this event. All ages welcome. Registration is required, due to limited space.

Meet the Cube - Rubik's Cube for Beginners

Fri, Oct 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 the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.

Cancelled

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville

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.

Craft Saturday: Fall Paintings

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Create a 6x6 inch fall decoration using stencils and acryllic paint on canvas. There will be multiple designs to choose from on the day of the program. Space is limited. Registration is required.

The Great Boodini - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

LCPL ComicFest!

Sat, Oct 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Merrillville Branch - Lower Level

Free fun for all ages! From trivia contests to video games, artist alley, and a cosplay contest, show us your geek side. Costumes are highly encouraged.

Craft and Chat

Sat, Oct 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 home. All are welcome.

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

SPECTACULAR SPOOKY FUN! The Great Boodini presents an all-ages Halloween Show featuring magic, juggling & spooky effects. This special event is sponsored by the LCPL Foundation. Registration required.

Paranormal Investigations

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us to hear about the intriguing world of paranormal investigation. Learn how an investigation is conducted from start to finish, plus a Q&A session with the team to follow.

Family Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Kids and their families will enjoy games, treats and a craft at our not-so-scary Halloween party! Costumes are optional, but we will vote for our favorite one! Please register all attending.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-5.

We Have Always Lived in the Castle

Mon, Oct 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.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Two sisters live in isolation with their deranged uncle. When a cousin comes to visit, family secrets and scandals unravel. Based on the beloved Shirley Jackson novel.

Upgrade by Blake Crouch - Mystery Loves Company

Mon, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

In this science fiction book, a man's body is changing and he believes his DNA has been rewritten.

WorkOne Informational Presentation

Mon, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to learn about the programs & services available through WorkOne. A WorkOne representative will be at the library to answer questions & provide information to the community.

DIY Monster Slime (Grades K-5)

Mon, Oct 21, 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.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Make your own monster slime and create your own monster to go with it! Limit of one slime per child.

Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6

Mon, Oct 21, 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!

Revisiting Our Childhood: Candy! - Nostalgia Series

Mon, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Let's sample some candy! Please be prepared for a sugar rush.

Some Reading Required - A Reading Party at the Library

Mon, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 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.

Creativity Club: Ages 8-11

Mon, Oct 21, 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, make cool stuff together like zines and comics. Space is limited so be sure to register.

All Ability: Pumpkin Suncatchers

Mon, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

In this program, we will be painting pumpkin sun catchers. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration is required.

Teen Craft: Diamond Painted Coasters

Mon, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Teens, ages 12 – 18, are invited to create a Fall themed diamond painted coaster. All material and snacks will be provided. Space is very limited. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Tue, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create! All adults are welcome. Please include the number of anticipated attendees in your reservation.

Tue, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Storytime Ages 4-5

Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:15am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for this storytime featuring books, songs, and a craft!

Tue, Oct 22, 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.

Be Heart Smart Series - Presented by Purdue Extension

Tue, Oct 22, 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.

Cancelled

Tue, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dyer-Schererville

Be Heart Smart is a program for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Participants are asked to attend all 4 lessons.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk With Lori Gottlieb - Bestselling Author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

Tue, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Online

Join a livestream chat in which Gottlieb discusses her book, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone.

Beetlejuice (1988) - Halloween Movie Matinee

Tue, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Come celebrate Halloween early with the original "Ghost with the Most", Beetlejuice. Rated PG, runtime of 92 minutes.

The Enlightenment of Bees by Rachel Lindon - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Enlightenment of Bees" by Rachel Lindon. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Fall Fest! - A Family Celebration

Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Kids and their families are invited to drop by any time during this 2-hour open-house event to make crafts, play games, pose for a seasonal green screen photo, and enjoy light refreshments.

Cancelled

Calumet Astronomical Society

Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville

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

Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join the Calumet Astronomical Society to learn about various topics on the cosmos!

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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.

Caregivers & Coffee Hour

Wed, Oct 23, 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.

Adventure Par-TEA: Tea and Stories

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

New venue Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Immerse yourself in adventurous stories while exploring a variety of teas. Northwest Indiana Storytellers will share tales of adventure. Light refreshments will be served. Ages 14+. Please register!

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Oct 23, 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!

Wed, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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

Wed, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Teen Craft: Pumpkin Painting

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Decorate for the fall by painting your own mini pumpkin.

Letterpress with LEGO®: Ages 6-12

Wed, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children (ages 6-12 years old) will create unique pieces of art using LEGO® and a Provisional Press.

Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Changes are coming to Medicare in 2025! Come to a FREE Educational presentation at the Library to find out what the changes are and get the answers you need to your other Medicare questions, as well!

Wed, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Significant and unprecedented changes are coming to Medicare in 2025! Do you know what they are? Come to a FREE Educational presentation at the Library to find out!

Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Sensory Storytime - Session 1

Thu, Oct 24, 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.

All Ability: Hangout

Thu, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we read a story and enjoy sensory supporting stations of play. Space is limited. Please register every child and adult attending.

This event is full

Genealogy Class: An Introduction to U.S. Court Records

Thu, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

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

Thu, Oct 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

From lawsuits to divorces to guardianships, United States court records can provide exciting details about your ancestors and how they interacted with others in their communities.

The Maid by Nita Prose - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Oct 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Nita Prose's "The Maid". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Sensory Storytime - Session 2

Thu, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we read a story and enjoy sensory supporting stations of play. Space is limited. Please register every child and adult attending.

Silly, Spooky Storytime: Ages 2-5

Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for Halloween fun with books, songs, rhymes, and a craft!

Teen Anime - Ages 10-15

Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Youths (ages 10 to 15) 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 provided.

Mad Scientists (Grades K-5)

Thu, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Kids in grades K-5 will become mad scientists as they perform fun, Halloween-themed experiments! Registration is required.

This event is full

Board Meeting

Thu, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Design Your Own Yarn Toy: Ages 6-12

Thu, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Design your own yarn toy!

Tween Hangout: Ages 10-12

Thu, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

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

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

Fri, Oct 25, 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.

Fri, Oct 25, 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.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Oct 26, 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.

Kids Chess Open Play: Ages 6-18

Sat, Oct 26, 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!

Paranormal Investigations - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Sat, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join us to hear about the intriguing world of paranormal investigation. Learn how an investigation is conducted from start to finish, plus a Q & A session with the team to follow.

Bingo at the Library!

Sat, Oct 26, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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.

Summer at the Cape by RaeAnne Thayne - Book Buddies

Mon, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.

Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion! A woman estranged from her family is called back home to help after her sister unexpectedly passes away.

Halloween Party

Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the Lake Station-New Chicago branch for a Halloween party with snacks, crafts, and green screen photos. All ages are welcome!

Día de los Muertos Celebration - Day of the Dead

Mon, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we learn about Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through activities and more!

Magic of Keelan Wendorf - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Professional magician, illusionist, mentalist, and comedian, Keelan Wendorf, will give a performance filled with clean comedy and fun! Please register each attendee. Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation.

Mon, Oct 28, 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.

Teen Book Tea

Mon, Oct 28, 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 October we are reading Through The Woods by Emily Carroll. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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!

Teen: Halloween Activities, Crafts, and More!

Mon, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Teens (ages 12 - 17) are invited to join us for a hour of Halloween activities, food crafts, and snacks. Our Nintendo Switch will be available to play with multiple games. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Tue, Oct 29, 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.

This event is full

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-12)

Tue, Oct 29, 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.

Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hobart - Large Meeting Room,Programming Room

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

New Parent & Cargiver Meet Up

Tue, Oct 29, 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.

Coffee & Coloring

Tue, Oct 29, 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.

Cancelled

Be Heart Smart Series - Presented by Purdue Extension

Tue, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dyer-Schererville

Be Heart Smart is a program for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Participants are asked to attend all 4 lessons.

Creepy Classics: Stories for Halloween with Grant Fitch - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Tue, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Looking to enjoy some scary stories? Join us when Grant Fitch presents Creepy Classics: Stories for Halloween.

Monster Bash

Tue, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for some Halloween family fun with spooky science demonstrations, crafts, games and more! Costumes are encouraged!

This event is full

Halloween Family Storytime

Wed, Oct 30, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville

Children are welcome to wear their costumes to our family Halloween themed story time! Songs, rhymes, finger plays, and books will be read!

Wed, Oct 30, 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.

Teen Gaming

Wed, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Teen Halloween Movie - Beetlejuice

Wed, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Teens watch the classic Halloween favorite, Beetlejuice! Popcorn and snacks will be provided. Cosplay or wear your Halloween costumes for a prize!

Entry Level Photo Editing With Paint.NET

Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Staff Meeting Room

Learn entry level photo editing skills with the free software Paint.NET

Teen Advisory Board & Gaming Night (T.A.B)

Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 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.

Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Significant changes are coming to Medicare in 2025! Do you know what they are? Come to an educational presentation to find out, and get the answers you need to your other Medicare questions, as well!

Grown Up Game Night

Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a game night for the grown ups. We will have board games and the Nintendo Switch.

Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Thu, Oct 31, 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.

Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McCallister - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Oct 31, 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, Oct 31, 11:15am - 12:30pm

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

The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "Wrong Place Wrong Time" by Gillian McCallister. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the DY-SC branch a month prior to the event.

Halloween Parade: Family - Trick or Treat at the Library

Thu, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Costumes encouraged! Join us for some stories and afterward we will go on a parade through the library and trick-or-treat!