Children are welcome to come and open play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!

In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.

We will have an epic adventure watching this matinee film while munching on popcorn and candy and drinking coffee, lemonade, or water. Rated PG-13; 170 minute runtime.Register

Families are welcome to bring a picnic-style lunch and enjoy a movie at the library each Monday during Summer Reading. Rated PG; 105 minute runtime. Register

Bring the whole family! The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members can move around, talk, and sing. Snacks are welcome! Rated PG; 87 minute runtime.Register

Teens & Tweens (9-17 years old) try to build the tallest, fastest, coolest roller coaster with miscellaneous recycled materials and building supplies. Please register. Join the wait list

Book Buddies will be discussing "The Reading List" by Sara Nisha Adams.Register

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. Join the wait list

Record your summer of adventures by journaling! You can submit (2) photos to hobart@lcplin.org the week prior, and we will print them in color for you to add that personal touch.Register

Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.

Join us for a series of informative sessions about Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia with the Purdue Extension. Register

Patrons are invited to engage in a livestream conversation with Dan Santat as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. The event will be shown on a large screen.Register

Join a livestream chat with Dan Santat as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels.

Join us every other Tuesday to try out a new craft or art project, June 4 - July 30! All supplies provided. Please register. Register

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. Join the wait list

Come out and join us for our end of summer event! Register

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. Register

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

Join us as we say goodbye to Summer Reading 2024 with games, crafts and refreshments (including ice cream!) Registration is required.Register

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!Register

Adventurers wanted! Join us for summer role-playing sessions featuring perilous quests, intrepid evil, and an unforgettable journey. Register

Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters in this twice-monthly club. Register

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.Register

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

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. Join the wait list

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. Join the wait list

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.Register

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.Register

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. Register

US Secret Service presents: NCMEC's NetSmartz. This program is designed to educate parents and children in grades 3-5 about online safety and responsible use of the internet. Register

Operation Safe Kids presents the “Live scan Child ID”, a document containing a photograph, digitized inkless fingerprints, and vital identification information. Parents will leave with this card. Register

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!Register

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! Check out his website: joerauen.comRegister

Children of all ages and their families are invited to come play a variety of board games, card games and Switch video games will be available. Snacks provided. Join the wait list

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.

Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required. Register

An unbreakable bond is forged between a pro adventure racer and a street dog. Runtime: 107 mins Rating: PG-13Register

Earn volunteer hours and help the St. John Branch create teen programs, displays, and more! Refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12. Please register. Register

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. Register

Choose from several crafts to help decorate your locker and get ready for the return to school. Ages 12 – 18. Space is limited. Registration required.Register

Join us for this month's travel film about Portugal. Runtime: 52 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register. Register

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. Join the wait list

We are proud to be hosting a support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Teens (12-18) are welcome. Register

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. Register

Join a livestream chat for a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.

Join us to see live caterpillars turn into butterflies throughout August! Each week we'll make new crafts and do new activities as we watch the changes!Register

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!Register

Adventurers wanted! Join us for summer role-playing sessions featuring perilous quests, intrepid evil, and an unforgettable journey. Register

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. Join the wait list

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.Register

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.

Join us at the library to learn about the basics of banking, how to save money & develop good spending habits. This presentation will be provided by a representative from Credit Union 1. Ages: 6-11.Register

The Friends Pre-Sale is from 4-7pm. You can pay to become a Friends Member at the door. Thousands of books, dvds, and cds are available at fantastic prices!

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.Register

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

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. Register

Northern Indiana Library Directors Meeting

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a comprehensive course using a blended model with about 2 hours of online coursework to be finished BEFORE the class. Registration is required and ends on August 2nd.Register

Please join us on this adventure as Paula of the Hobart Historical Society leads us on a walking tour of Hobart. Our walk will remain on paved areas for accessibility, and a signed waiver is required.Register

Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides. Coffee/tea/water will be available. Register

The Friends Book Sale is open to anyone interested in browsing through thousands of books, dvds, and cds-- all at fantastic prices!

The Friends Book Sale is open to anyone interested in browsing through thousands of books, dvds, and cds-- all at fantastic prices!

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.Register

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.

Free-spirited widow, Florence Green (Emily Mortimer), risks everything to open a bookshop in a conservative East Anglian coastal town. Rated PG; runtime of 1h 52mins.Register

Join us for a book discussion! A detective is called to the crime scene of an elaborate murder. Shortly after, another body is found. Can he find the murderer before a third body is discovered?Register

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. Register

The leftover books from the Friends Fall Book Sale will be available for nonprofit organizations to pick up from 3:30 - 6pm.

Get ready to bring your creative vision into making a DIY beaded pen. Try beads in a variety of colors, textures, and sizes as you create a pen to suit your style. Please register! Register

Tween to teens (ages 10 to 17) are invited to attend a fun-filled hour to play board or Switch games, crafting, and enjoy some snacks. Register

Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!Register

A man must steal the Declaration of Independence or let it, and another clue to the mystery of a great treasure, fall into dangerous hands. Rated PG. 131 min.Register

Join us for a book discussion. Our Circle of Readers will discuss The Good Left Undone by Adriana Trigiani.Register

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

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.Register

Let's get together & make some cute and unique lighthouses! Registration required! All Ability programs are geared for adults with special needs and are inclusive to those over the age of 18.Register

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. Register

Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! Games and snacks provided. Ages 12-18. Register

Join us to see live caterpillars turn into butterflies throughout August! Each week we'll make new crafts and do new activities as we watch the changes!Register

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!Register

Join the Page Turners as we discuss The Braid by Laetitia Colombani. Books are available at the St. John Circulation Desk.Register

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! Join the wait list

This month we will be making DIY tote bags. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees. Register

Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters in this twice-monthly club. Register

Join us for this month's classic film, You Can't Take It With You. Runtime: 2 hrs. Light refreshments will be served. Please register. Register

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.Register

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.Register

Need help using your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Sign up for individualized tech help! Please bring your device and any login information with you. Register

Join a livestream chat with Irena Smith where you will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process.

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.Register

Young children and their families are invited to join us at Woodland Park for a storytime with books, songs, rhymes, and a guided tour through the on-site Story Walk.Register

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. Register

Join us as we clean out our extra craft projects. Create with our surplus supplies. Space is limited. Registration is required.Register

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. Register

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.Register

Join us at the library to learn about how the food we eat affects our health and well being. This class will be presented by a NorthShore Health and Wellness Educator. Register

This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Let's have some summer fun with sidewalk chalk and bubbles! Note: dress to be outdoors and messy.Register

Escape the distractions of home and join us for connection, conversation, and of course, reading. Not a book club - a reading party. Register

Inviting all 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.Register

All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required. Register

Our August 2024 book chat title is "The Diamond Eye" by Kate Quinn. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.Register

Come in and try Minecraft Pi. Register ahead of time as seats are limited. Recommended for ages 8 to 18.Register

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.Register

Join us to learn about the selected art style/movement, and make your own artwork. All materials provided. Please register. Register

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. Register

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

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.

Join us to see live caterpillars turn into butterflies throughout August! Each week we'll make new crafts and do new activities as we watch the changes!Register

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!Register

Patrons are invited to engage in a livestream conversation with Shelby Van Pelt about Remarkably Bright Creatures, friendship, reckoning, and hope. The event will be shown on a large screen.Register

Teen Rainbow Club is a monthly social space for LGBTQIA+ teens & allies. Come for informal discussion, snacks, and crafts. Please register. Register

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

Join a livestream chat and deep dive exploration of friendship, reckoning, hope, and so much more with Shelby Van Pelt, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures.

Join us for a discussion of "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman. Copies are available at the front desk.Register

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.Register

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. Register

Join us for a celebration of butterflies with songs, stories, and activities. This storytime is intended for children, ages birth to 4 years old, and their caregiver.Register

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.Register

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Tayari Jones's "An American Marriage". Copies are available at the Munster branch. Register

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.Register

Come and make modular origami fidget stars! Paper and Instructions provided!Register

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.Register

Children are welcome to come and open play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!Register

In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required. Register

Patrons are invited to relax and have fun with a movie showing, video games, and some snacks!Register

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. Register

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.Register

A group of lexicographers are collecting words for the first Oxford English Dictionary. A young girl starts building a collection of lost words when she realizes that some are going unrecorded.Register

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.Register