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Merrillville


Branch manager
Chris


Address
1919 W. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
Tel: 219-769-3541

Hours

Mon, Dec 02 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Dec 03 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Dec 04 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Dec 05 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Dec 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 08 12:00PM to 4:00PM

Upcoming Events
Sat, Dec 07, 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 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.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for Yoga at the library! Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for some holiday cheer! Mrs. Claus will read stories to preschool-age children and help them make a festive craft!

Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
In this program, participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
Come learn to make beautiful paper ornaments! Attendees ages 8 and older are welcome.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Like board games? So do we! Come on in and join us for a fun-filled game session. We provide the games...you provide the energy!

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Pianist and vocalist, Mark Schafer, will perform a series of Christmas songs to celebrate the season. Please register.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids, ages 4 & 5, are invited to this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills.

Mon, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Get an intimate look at the wildlife of northern Finland, the fabled home of Santa Claus & actual home of reindeer, great gray owls, wolverines, eagles, wolves, musk oxen, brown bears and more.

Mon, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Enjoy a Christmas murder mystery this season.

Mon, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Paradise Playhouse presents an original solo musical based on the life of Lucille Ball! This 70 minute show is created by and starring Jillian Gabrielle.

Mon, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!

Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
A vision board for 2025? Or did you miss out on the mushroom gardens, painted rock cacti, diamond art stickers, collages, beaded pens, or shaker bookmarks? Let's use those leftovers! Please register.

Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Come make your own ornament out of Pony Beads. There will be patterns to follow or make your own creation.

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Jillann Gabrielle from Paradise Playhouse presents: Lucy! an original solo musical based on the life of Lucille Ball.

Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Join us as we enjoy a performance by the Notables Choir. This program is sponsored by the Lake County Public Library Foundation.

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to a storytime featuring age appropriate stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!

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

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Babies and toddlers birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Dec 10, 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.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 10, 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 promote early literacy skills.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime program for babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
The Friends of LCPL will host their bi-monthly meeting.

Tue, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
The story of a small-town banker who learns what life would have been like if he'd never been born. Runtime: 2 hours and 10 minutes; rated PG.

Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Join our Circle of Readers as we read and discuss The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mlkkl Brammer.

Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Homeschool teens are invited to get together for fun activities. Each month we will explore a new topic. Please register.

Tue, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Jillann Gabrielle from Paradise Playhouse presents: Lucy! an original solo musical based on the life of Lucille Ball.

Tue, Dec 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

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Adorable felt tree ornaments & foam cone transformations are on this month's agenda! Registration Required! All Ability programs are geared to adults with special needs.

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
We are proud to be hosting a support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Teens (12-18) are welcome.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play with. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Dec 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
This event is full

Wed, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.

Wed, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Public Tables
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join the Page Turners as we discuss Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak. Books are available at the St. John Circulation Desk.

Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Kids, ages 6 to 12, will make three holiday crafts! All supplies are included, and light refreshments will be served.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Like to draw? Like comics and cartoons? Then this is the program for you! Join us on the second Wednesday of every month to learn new drawing techniques and make friends with your fellow cartoonists!
This event is full

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
During our next lecture, Jonathan Swarts PhD, will discuss U.S. Global Power and its impact.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Come join an early game night before the holiday season gets rolling.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be making snowmen out of clay and gingerbread scenery with stickers. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teen and Tweens (ages 10-18) are invited to attend Reindeer Games where they will have access to a Nintendo Switch, XBox One, and a variety of board games. Hot Cocoa and cookies will be served.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Want to do a craft? Come make awesome things with different materials every month that you can take home and enjoy.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Come play Environmental Bingo with the Lake County Solid Waste Management District! This will be a competitive environmentally themed bingo game with small prizes awarded to the winners.

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

Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Dec 12, 11:15am - 12:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "The Woman with the Cure" by Lynn Cullen. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Thu, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join us to create personalized Holiday gifts for loved ones! Registration is required.

Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us to learn how to make a small treasure or gift box! For ages 6-11.

Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.
This event is full

Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as gm.

Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Get into the winter spirit by crafting (and/or eating) a pretzel log cabin. Supplies (pretzels, candy, frosting, etc.) will be provided. For ages 12-18; registration required.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
This event is full

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Merrillville Branch Library - Meeting Room A
Have you ever wanted to battle monsters in real life? Come and make it through our dungeon!

Fri, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Instructor will be present at this session. Registration is limited to 8 new learners. Please register. For ages 18 and over.
This event is full

Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville Branch Library - Meeting Room A
Have you ever wanted to battle monsters in real life? Come and make it through our dungeon!

Fri, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we speed-solve the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be supplied at the program. Feel free to bring your own!

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Interested in any of the needle arts including knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us for an opportunity to chat and create. Please bring your own projects.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for Yoga at the library! Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join in the holiday spirit as we open up the supplies for you to create whatever inspires you! Do Holiday Cleaning and use up older supplies to make room for the new year! Registration required.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Merrillville Branch Library - Meeting Room A
Have you ever wanted to battle monsters in real life? Come and make it through our dungeon!

Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Kids, ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.

Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Families are invited to play Holiday Bingo! Prizes for all ages are available - books, LCPL swag, and other small prizes! Registration is required for all attendees. Registration closes Dec.12.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join Mark from The Puppet Place for a special puppet production of the classic Hansel and Gretel story.

Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us in welcoming Joe Rauen at the library! Joe will give a short presentation and then you can enjoy a musical performance. All ages are welcome!

Sat, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens, bring your holiday presents and stop by anytime between 3-4 pm on Dec. 14 and 21 to get help wrapping them! Select supplies will be provided. Please bring boxes to put the gifts in.

Sat, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville Branch Library - Meeting Room A
Have you ever wanted to battle monsters in real life? Come and make it through our dungeon!

Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Kids, ages 4 & 5, are invited to this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that teach pre-reading skills.

Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
This is a drop-in playtime where kids, ages 2-5, can create with playdough clay and toys.

Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Mon, Dec 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Want to borrow free eBooks/audiobooks through the library? Join this small group class to learn all about using the Libby app! You must bring your own device and library card. Registration required.

Mon, Dec 16, 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, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 8:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The "Exploring Asian-American Cinema" program will offer a monthly film series focused on showcasing and discussing popular works in Asian-American filmmaking. Please register. Titles listed below.

Mon, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Join us as we string a popcorn garland.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Escape the distractions of home and join us for connection, conversation, and of course, reading. Not a book club - a reading party.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will decorate some winter themed cookies using frosting, sprinkles, candy, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for Creativity Club where we will explore different arts and crafts mediums, learn about artists, and make cool stuff together like zines and comics. Space is limited so be sure to register.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Inviting teens, ages 12-18, to TAB, LEGO®, and Board Game Night. Play games and help plan upcoming teen programs for the Highland branch. Registration required. Snacks will be provided. 

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
We will be making snowmen out of Popsicle sticks. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Tue, Dec 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play with. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Munster - Large Meeting Room
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Come play some board games with us! We will have a Nintendo Wii setup as well. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Programming Room
Our December 2024 book chat title is "Uncommon Type: Some Stories" by Tom Hanks. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:30am - 11:50am
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration is required.

Tue, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 12:40pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2 - 4, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

Tue, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us every third Tuesday for some calming music, word puzzles, coloring sheets, & other relaxing activities.

Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "Booth" by Karen Joy Fowler. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Tue, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Come in and try Minecraft Pi. Register ahead of time as seats are limited. Recommended for ages 8 to 18.

Tue, Dec 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Over the course of ten days and 435 miles, an unbreakable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg) and a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur. 107 mins; PG13.

Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.

Wed, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Cedar Lake - Public Tables
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Teen Rainbow Club is a monthly social space for LGBTQIA+ teens & allies. Come for informal discussion, snacks, and crafts. Please register.

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Children and their families are invited to create and play with LEGO® in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Come to Kids Club and create a holiday themed craft!

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens and Tweens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to come and upcycle old books by creating either a book folded angel or tree.

Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for a discussion of "Secret Book of Flora Lea" by Patti Callahan Henry. Copies are available at the front desk.

Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters during this program.

Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's classic film, It's a Wonderful Life. Runtime: 2 hrs & 10 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This storytime features stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6. Please register all attendees.  Registration ends one day before the storytime.

Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #2
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a program for toddlers ages 2 and 3, and a caregiver, where they can participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
This event is full

Thu, Dec 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Katie Ganshert's "Wildflowers from Winter". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Register for this program to receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.

Thu, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Time to get messy! Use fingerpaints to make trees perfect for the winter season. For ages 12-18. Note: Please dress for the mess.

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us for snowflake making activities for all ages. Whether you are still practicing scissor skills or a seasoned pro, we'll have fun crafts for everyone!

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Merrillville - Small Group Room #3
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Dec 19, 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!

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Join us to make your own ornament out of air dry clay! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, please register in advance.

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us as we make a fun winter centerpiece using birch wood slices and a variety of other winter-themed decorations!
This event is full

Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides. Coffee, tea, and water will be available.

Fri, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

Cancelled
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Library - Children's Area
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Sat, Dec 21, 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, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Join us for some holiday cheer! Mrs. Claus will read stories to preschool-age children and help them make a festive craft!

Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens, bring your holiday presents and stop by anytime between 3-4 pm on Dec. 14 and 21 to get help wrapping them! Select supplies will be provided. Please bring boxes to put the gifts in.

Mon, Dec 23, 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, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
You are invited to join us for a showing of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas starring Jim Carrey!

Mon, Dec 23, 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 December we are reading Etiquette & Espionage by Gail Carriger Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Thu, Dec 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Thu, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens are invited to watch My Hero Academia from the beginning. We'll also have art supplies along with a craft on hand if you get creative. Snacks will be provided.

Fri, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Babies (ages birth to 23 months) and their caregivers can join us for an hour of play. Baby safe toys will be provided. Light refreshments for caregivers.

Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. This is an open play session, there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please register. Ages 18 & over.

Fri, Dec 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Area
Meet and read to a local LCC K-9 comfort dog and its handler. LCC K-9 comfort dogs show kindness and calm to people throughout the community and beyond, making them excellent listeners.

Sat, Dec 28, 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!

Sat, Dec 28, 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.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to see a screening of Inside Out 2. As Riley becomes a teenager, she has to make room for new emotions. Runtime: 100 minutes; rated PG. Snacks provided.

Mon, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

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

Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this new monthly club as we solve murder mysteries, escape rooms, ponder puzzles, play games, and otherwise ask "Whodunit?". This month we will solve the "Murder in the Laboratory"!

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an early New Year's Eve Celebration! We'll make a party hat, do the limbo, and gather to bring in the Noon Year together.

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a special storytime, for our friends who can't always make it to midnight, featuring songs, rhymes, and crafts.
This event is full

Thu, Jan 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers ages 2 and 3, accompanied by a caregiver, will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the discussion of Zero Days by Ruth Ware, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for January. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Families may join us to play board games and giant games! Please register all planning to attend.

Thu, Jan 02, 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, Jan 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us on our journey! This is a family friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign for preteens. We will be using Heroes of Sol'an - 5th edition. New players are welcome.

Thu, Jan 02, 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.

Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Cary Grant stars as an innocent man mistaken for a spy in one of director Alfred Hitchcock's greatest thrillers. Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 136 minutes.

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