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Merrillville

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

Hours

Mon, Nov 18 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Nov 19 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Nov 20 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Nov 21 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 12:00PM to 4:00PM
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Upcoming Events
Crafters' Gathering
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Vertigo - Classic Film
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's classic film, Vertigo. Runtime: 2 hrs 9 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This storytime features stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills. Please register each child and adult attending. Registration ends 24 hours before the storytime.
Registration is now closed
All Ability: Hangout
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Nov 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
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for this 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
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Registration is now closed
Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier - Munster Book Discussion
Thu, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Jennifer Hillier's "Things We Do in the Dark". Copies are available at the Munster branch.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Nov 21, 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
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - 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.
Registration opens Thursday, November 21 2024 at 6:00pm
Comfort Reading With a Dog - LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs
Fri, Nov 22, 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.
Power Paws for Kids
Sat, Nov 23, 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.
Mushing Through Alaska! - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Learn what it's like to be a musher - meet three-time participant in the 1000-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Karen Land, and her Alaskan husky, Noggin! Space is limited, registration is a must.
Performance by Joe Rauen - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation
Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Come enjoy an engaging, funny, memorable concert by musician Joe Rauen! Rauen creates and plays one of a kind instruments made out of household items!
This event is full
Adult Craft: Mini Holiday Village Cottages
Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Put a spin on the typical holiday village as you embellish your own DIY winter cottage. Registration is REQUIRED; materials are limited. For ages 18 and over.
This event is full
Bingo at the Library!
Sat, Nov 23, 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
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Mon, Nov 25, 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
The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston - Book Buddies
Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Join us for a book discussion! Clementine forms a plan to make sure her heart doesn't get broken. Will she be able to keep to that plan or will she fall for the mysterious man who enters her life?
Teen Advisory Board - Game Night
Mon, Nov 25, 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.
A Dickens Tale - Sponsored by the Lake County Public Library Foundation
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Experience Dicken's "A Christmas Carol" presented live in this two actor cast from Bright Star Children's Theater. All ages are invited! Please register.
Junk Journaling for Adults
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Join us as we turn our junk into journaling creations!
This event is full
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Nov 25, 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.
Teen Book Tea
Mon, Nov 25, 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 November we are reading Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.
Whodunit? Adult Mystery Club
Mon, Nov 25, 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?". This month we will solve the "Mystery at Stargazer's Manor"!
Teen & Adult: Stitched Medicine Bags
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join this beginner level class and learn to make a leather medicine bag. All supplies are provided.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
This event is full
Paint'n Time
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring books, songs, and a craft.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Nov 26, 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
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-12)
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Programming Room
Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.
New Parent & Cargiver Meet Up
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
The Code Breaker by Water Isaacson - Fact or Fiction Book Club
Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Code Breaker" by Walter Isaacson. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.
Teen: Adventurers Wanted!
Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
Board Meeting
Tue, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months
Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Wed, Nov 27, 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.
Off the Hook
Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Nov 27, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Cedar Lake
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!
Kids' Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)
Wed, Nov 27, 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.
Rescheduled
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Nov 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
New date Wednesday, November 27, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
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!
Kids Chess Open Play: Ages 6-18
Sat, Nov 30, 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!
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Mon, Dec 02, 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.
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
A journalist suddenly becomes the interviewee when creating a profile on Fred Rogers, the creator and star of the children's program Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Runtime: 107 mins Rating: PG
Resume Assistance - Presented by WorkOne
Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
WorkOne will be at the library to assist patrons with their resumes. Learn about resume formats, tailoring your resume for the job you want & how to put it together to catch the eye of an employer.
A Man Called Otto - Movie Monday
Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Dec 02, 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.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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.
Teen Anime Club
Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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.
Teen: Hot Chocolate in a Jar
Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Teens are invited to make their own dry hot chocolate mix in a jar. Decorate the jar to give as a gift or enjoy for yourself. Supplies provided by the library. Registration is required; ages 12-17.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Tue, Dec 03, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Travel Film: American Rockies
Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's travel film about the American Rockies. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
ReUz It Craft - With Lake County Solid Waste Management District
Tue, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Create a one-of-a-kind craft using items from the LCSWMD's ReUz It Room! All supplies will be provided.
Toddler Play Session
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Tween and Teen: Minecraft Meet-Up
Tue, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Tue, Dec 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.
Teen & Adult Puzzle Challenge: Ages 16 and Over
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Be the fastest jigsaw puzzlers at the library! Teams of 2-4 will have 2hrs. to complete a 500 pc. puzzle. First team to finish wins! Registration is REQUIRED! Call the DS info desk to register!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Off the Hook
Wed, Dec 04, 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.
Create Your Own Greeting Card
Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will help participants make a free Christmas card.
Kids' Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)
Wed, Dec 04, 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: The Gift-Wrapping Trials
Wed, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
How are your gift-wrapping skills? How fast are you? What if you are blindfolded? What if your gifts are oddly shaped? How well do you disguise your gifts? Join in the trials and see! Please register.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Dec 04, 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!
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Wed, Dec 04, 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
Hot Chocolate and Cookie Decorating (All Ages)
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us in Holiday cheer by drinking hot chocolate and decorating cookies with your family. There will be a green screen to take Christmas Card photos.
Teen & Tween Fun with Food - Melted Snowman Bark
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to come and learn how to make melted snowman using white chocolate bark. Sure to be a hit at any holiday gatherings.
Crafters' Gathering
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Dec 05, 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
Dead Mountain by Preston & Child - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club
Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the discussion of Dead Mountain, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for December. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.
Teen Craft: Let's Make Slime!
Thu, Dec 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest - Ages: 8-12
Thu, Dec 05, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
Thu, Dec 05, 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
Power Paws for Kids
Thu, Dec 05, 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, 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.
Acrylic Painting (FEE)
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.
Yoga & Breathing
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.
A Claus For Celebration - Stories and a Craft With Mrs. Claus
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!
Building Blocks to Literacy
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.
Reading to the Dogs - Love on a Leash
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.
Origami Ornaments - Flowers, Stars and Spheres!
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.
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Mah Jongg Instruction at the Library
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.
Teen Board Game League
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
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!
Christmas Music with Mark Schafer
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
Santa's Wild Home
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.
Christmas Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke - Mystery Loves Company
Mon, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Enjoy a Christmas murder mystery this season.
Lucy! - Sponsored by the Lake County Public Library Foundation
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
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.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
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.
Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6
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!
Adults Get Crafty: Leftovers 2024
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.
Bead Ornaments (K - 5th Grade)
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.
Lucy! by Paradise Playhouse - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation
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.
Noteables Choir Concert - Sponsored by the Lake County Public Library Foundation
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Paint'n Time
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!
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring books, songs, and a craft.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Dinosaurs!
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Tue, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
The Friends of LCPL will host their bi-monthly meeting.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946) - Classic Movie Series
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.
The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mlkkl Brammer - Circle of Readers Book Discussion
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.
Teen Homeschool Hangout
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.
Lucy! by Paradise Playhouse - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
All Ability: Holiday Trees - Ages 18 and Over
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.
Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens Support and Discussion Group
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months
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.
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
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.
Off the Hook
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.
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
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!
Teen Gaming
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.
Kids' Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)
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.
Crochet @ Your Library
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!
Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak
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.
Holiday Craft Night
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.
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Teen Cartoon School
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!
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Munster Lecture Series: U.S. Global Power - Presented by Jonathan Swarts, Professor of Political Science
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.
Power Paws for Kids
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.
Holiday Grown Up Game Night
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.
All Ability: Snowmen Scenery
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.
Teen & Tween Reindeer Games
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.
Craft Club (K-6)
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.
Environmental Bingo
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.
Thursday Threaders
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
The Woman with the Cure by Lynn Cullen - Between the Lines Book Discussion
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6 - Dinosaurs!
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.
Craft Your Own Holiday Gift!
Thu, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join us to create personalized Holiday gifts for loved ones! Registration is required.
Kirigami Gift Box: Ages 6-11
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as gm.
Teen Craft: Pretzel Log Cabins
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.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
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.
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Pre-Teen LARPing (Live Action Role Play) - Second Annual
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!
Learn How to Play Mahjong: Ages 18 & Over
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.
Pre-Teen LARPing (Live Action Role Play) - Second Annual
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!
Teen and Tween Speedcubing - Advanced Rubik's Cube
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!
Keep Me In Stitches
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.
Yoga & Breathing
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.
Craft Saturday: Holiday Clean Out
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.
Pre-Teen LARPing (Live Action Role Play) - Second Annual
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!
Building Blocks to Literacy
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.
Family Holiday Bingo
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.
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Hansel and Gretel Puppet Show - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation
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.
Performance by Joe Rauen - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation
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!
Teen Gift Wrapping - Drop-In Workshop
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.
Pre-Teen LARPing (Live Action Role Play) - Second Annual
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!
Storytime: Ages 4-5
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.
Playdough Playtime: Ages 2-5
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
Libby App Basics
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.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
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.
Film Series: Searching - Exploring Asian-American Cinema with Oliver Staton
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.
Revisiting Our Childhood: Popcorn Garland - Nostalgia Series
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.
Some Reading Required - A Reading Party at the Library
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.
Teen Winter Cookie Decorating
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.
Creativity Club: Ages 8-11
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.
Teen Advisory Board, LEGO®, and Board Game Night
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. 
All Ability: Popsicle Stick Snowmen
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-12)
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
Uncommon Type: Some Stories by Tom Hanks - Hobart Book Chat
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Toddler Play Session
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.
Tuesday Time Out
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.
Booth by Karen Joy Fowler - Fact or Fiction Book Club
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.
Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
Teen Artsy Evenings
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.
Off the Hook
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.
Arthur the King
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.
Monthly Resume Workshop - Resume Creation and Guidance
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
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.
Crochet @ Your Library
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!
Teen Rainbow Club
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.
LEGO® Night
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!
Power Paws for Kids
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.
Kids Club: Ages 6-12
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Come to Kids Club and create a holiday themed craft!
Teen & Tween Crafting Hour - Book Folding Project
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.
Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry
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.
Crafters' Gathering
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.
It's a Wonderful Life - Classic Film
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.
Thursday Threaders
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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
All Ability: Hangout
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.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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
Wildflowers from Winter by Katie Ganshert - Munster Book Discussion
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.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Register for this program to receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.
Teen Craft: Fingerpainting
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.
Snowflake Making Party
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!
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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.
Tween Hangout: Ages 10-12
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!
Teen Air Dry Clay Ornaments
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.
Adult Craft Night: Winter Centerpiece
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
Morning Mix: Ages 18 and Over - Jigsaw Puzzles, Coloring, Crosswords, & Word Searches
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.
Meet the Cube - Rubik's Cube for Beginners
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.
Power Paws for Kids
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
Power Paws for Kids
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.
Craft and Chat
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.
A Claus for Celebration - Stories and a Craft With Mrs. Claus
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!
Teen Gift Wrapping - Drop-In Workshop
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.
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