Munster Branch of the Lake County Public Library

Wed, Nov 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #1

Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.

This event is full

Wed, Nov 30, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Teen Gaming

Wed, Nov 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Come hang out and play some video games! We provide the video games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

Be a Superhero! (Grades K-5)

Wed, Nov 30, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables

Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn ... or bring along a project you're already working on!

Family Storytime

Wed, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Join us for stories, music, related activities and a craft, in this storytime for children and their family members.

Registration is now closed

Tween: MinecraftPi

Wed, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Tweens and teens ages 8-15 can join us to try Minecraft Pi. Play by yourself or with others.

Wed, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Come decorate your own superhero cape and mask!

All Ability: Gaming & Coloring

Wed, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs but are open to everyone age 10+. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Teen Craft: Leaf Watercolor Painting

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

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens will create an watercolor painting with a autumn leaf theme. Ages 12 to 18. Registration is required.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-24 Months

Thu, Dec 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute storytime for children ages Birth-24 months, with their caregiver(s). We will sing songs, read books, bounce, wiggle, and move!

This event is full

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

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.

Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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 to 23 Months

Thu, Dec 01, 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 01, 10:30am - 10:50am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Babies and their caregivers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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 0-24 Months

Thu, Dec 01, 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

Thu, Dec 01, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute storytime for children ages Birth-24 months, with their caregiver(s). We will sing songs, read books, bounce, wiggle, and move!

This event is full

The Holdout by Graham Moore - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

Thu, Dec 01, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

This event is full

Library Social Hour

Thu, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

If you are new to the area or a life-long resident then join us for coffee, activities and conversation every 1st Thursday of the month. Catch up with old friends and meet new ones!

Thu, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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

Free Holiday Photo Shoot

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Children's Department - Basement Back Lobby

For the holidays, we are offering each family in our community the opportunity to come get a holiday photo taken in front of our green screen. Two (2) photos per family.

Power Paws For Kids

Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Children's area

Children of all ages and reading levels will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer. Registration of all attendees is required.

Introduction to Tabletop Role Playing Games

Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Introduction to Tabletop Role Playing Games

Pajama Storytime

Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for bedtime stories and lullabies so you can leave the library relaxed and ready for bedtime. Wear your jammies and get ready to *yawn* read.

Family Storytime: Ages Birth - 6

Sat, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute storytime for children ages Birth - 6 and their family. We will read books, sing songs, and take home a craft!

This event is full

Acrylic Painting: SRP (FEE)

Sat, Dec 03, 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

Stitch'n Time

Sat, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Bring your current projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) for an opportunity to chat and create! Other attendees would be happy to instruct on crochet as needed.

Card Crafting

Sat, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Card making class for adults. Class size is limited to 6 participants. Registration is required. $5 cash fee paid at time of class covers all materials to make one card and a treat holder.

Crafty Adults: Mini Coffee To-Go Cup Ornament

Sat, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Create mini coffee to-go cup ornaments! Registration is required.

White Christmas (1954) - Movie Monday

Mon, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Come and enjoy this holiday movie with us! Seating is limited. Registration is required.

Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Earn volunteer hours and help the St. John Branch create teen programs, displays, and more! Enjoy refreshments and meet new people. Grades 6-12. Please register.

Teen NWI Chess Club

Mon, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens in 6th-12th grades are invited to join the NWI Chess Club. Please register and bring your own board.

Mon, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #1

Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.

This event is full

Mon, Dec 05, 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 12 - 18 can attend. Zoom available.

Teen Anime Club

Mon, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Are you a fan of anime or manga? Come to the Lake Station-New Chicago's Teen Anime Club to find new anime to watch and to discuss your favorite manga. Ages 12-18.

TEEN Advisory Board

Mon, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Teens are invited to help the Highland branch create projects and programs that you would like to attend. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12 – 18. Please register.

Tue, Dec 06, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute program for children, ages 4-6 and their caregiver(s). We will read books, sing songs, and take home a craft!

This event is full

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

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

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

This event is full

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 10:50am

Munster - Children's Program Room

This 20-minute lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 06, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

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.

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Tue, Dec 06, 11:30am - 11:50am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

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

Tue, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, a timely story of kindness triumphing over cynicism, based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. 1hr37min, PG.

Afternoon BINGO

Tue, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

You can also play the LCPL catalog BINGO game all month long. Learn more and get BINGO sheets at the Lake Station-New Chicago Display Case during the month of December.

Tue, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - 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.

Canceled

Yoga & Breathing

Tue, Dec 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Munster

Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Canceled

An Afternoon of Scrabble

Wed, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp Branch - Public Table

Folks of all ages are invited to a fun afternoon of Scrabble. Increase your vocabulary while having a great time! Bring a friend!

Create Your Own Greeting Card

Wed, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your favorite yarn or thread project and enjoy some great company while you create! All crafters and crafts are welcome!

Wed, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards. This class costs $15 to attend and includes all necessary materials.

Home School Hangout

Wed, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

A space for kids that are home schooled where they can meet other kids and bond over various activities.

DIY Wrapping Paper and Gift Tags (Grades K-6)

Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-6 can decorate their own wrapping paper and gift tags to use for gifting this holiday season!

Wed, Dec 07, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables

Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn ... or bring along a project you're already working on!

Family Storytime: Ages 2-6

Wed, Dec 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 5:20pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Toddler and preschool aged children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes.

Create Your Own Greeting Card

Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards. This class costs $15 to attend and includes all necessary materials.

Pajama Storytime

Wed, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Come in your PJs and join us for bedtime stories and lullabies!

Travel Film: American Winter

Thu, Dec 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Explore scenes and memories from American history, including the Music Makers Museum, the Texas Gulf Coast, Annie Oakley, Smokey the Bear, and the Snow Banks at the Banks. Please Register.

Ask Us About Genealogy - Genealogy Research Help Sessions

Thu, Dec 08, 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

Thu, Dec 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville Branch - Genealogy Room

Ask library staff for help with basic genealogy questions and local genealogy research. We can only provide general research guidance for brick wall questions.

Mother Goose On The Loose: Ages Birth to 21 Months

Thu, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 4:20pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Babies and their caregivers are invited to an evening program where participants will hear stories, do finger plays, sing songs, and take part in other pre-literacy activities.

Winter DIY Craft Fair (PreK-12)

Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Need a gift to give for the holidays? Make one! Come to our Winter Craft Fair and make a gift to give to a family member or friend. (PreK must me accompanied by an 18+ adult.)

Teen Wrapped Reads - Volunteer Opportunity!

Thu, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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

Teens, help us select and wrap books to feature on our Wrapped Reads displays for children, teens, and adults for the month of December. Earn volunteer hours while you wrap!

Adult Craft Night: Gnomes

Thu, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

It's the final adult craft night at Munster for the year! Learn how to create winter gnomes that are bundled up for the cold!

Speedcubing

Fri, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we speed solve Rubik's Cube puzzles. All skill levels are welcome. Rubik's Cubes are supplied.

Crochet Class

Sat, Dec 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Learn simple crochet stitches to create a dish cloth. Bring a skein of worsted weight cotton yarn and a size H crochet hook. Space is limited, so registration is required.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Sat, Dec 10, 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. Registration for all children & adults attending is required.

Virtual Family Storytime

Sat, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 12:20pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Griffith-Calumet Zoom Room

Young children and their caregivers are invited to participate in a family story time via zoom. Please register with an email to take part.

International Film: My Little Sister

Sat, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

International Film Series. Adults only. German, French, English with English subtitles. 100 Minutes. Registration required.

Free Holiday Photo Shoot

Sat, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Children's Department - Basement Back Lobby

For the holidays, we are offering each family in our community the opportunity to come get a holiday photo taken in front of our green screen. Two (2) photos per family.

STEAM: Gingerbread House Building for Families

Sat, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Families are invited to join us for a fun holiday activity! Each family will work together to build and decorate their own gingerbread house. Please Register In Advance

This event is full

The Last Mona Lisa by Jonathan Santlofer

Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join Mystery Loves Company as they discuss this enthralling tale about the 1911 theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre.

International Film: My Little Sister

Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

International Film Series. Adults only. German, French, English with English subtitles. 100 Minutes. Registration required.

Board Games: An Afternoon of Fun

Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 1:20pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-5.

Mon, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Play Scrabble or other games with friends and meet new ones. Games will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Join the fun!

LEGO® Club (Grades K-6)

Mon, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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 12, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Storytime for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!

This event is full

Adults Get Crafty: Leftovers

Mon, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

If you missed a project from a previous session or found you really loved a certain craft project, now is your chance to explore using leftover supplies. Please register!

Teen Hot Cocoa & Cookies

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Decorate and enjoy some hot cocoa! We will have sprinkles, whipped cream, peppermint sticks, and more! Cookies will also be provided. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Family Holiday Night - Presented by TAB

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Kids and their families are invited for a fun night of holiday cheer! We will make ornament, hear holiday stories, and have hot chocolate & cookies. Everyone who attends must register.

Arts & Craft: Paper Roll Snowflake

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to create your own snowflake decoration. Registration is required. Supplies will be provided. Ages 15 and up.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute program for toddlers, ages 2-3 with their caregiver(s). We will read books, sing songs, and take home a craft!

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a take-home craft.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

This event is full

Paint'n Time

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 10:50am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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 13, 10:30am - 10:50am

Munster - Children's Program Room

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 13, 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 13, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute program for toddlers, ages 2-3 with their caregiver(s). We will read books, sing songs, and take home a craft!

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Dec 13, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - 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

Tue, Dec 13, 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.

Rescheduled

Friends of LCPL Meeting

Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New date Tuesday, December 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville

The Friends of the Library will hold a meeting.

Friends of LCPL Meeting

Tue, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Staff Meeting Room

The Friends of the Library will hold a meeting.

The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

Tue, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Monthly discussion. "THE NIGHTINGALE" by Kristin Hannah will be discussed.

Canceled

The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

Tue, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville

THE NIGHTINGALE by Kristin Hannah will be discussed.

Holiday Crafts From Around the World: Ages 6 - 11

Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 4:20pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Children 2 & 3 years of age, and their caregivers, are invited to a toddler storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.

Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 6 - 11 are invited to make a variety of holiday crafts from around the world!

Great Decisions - Discussion Group

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Welcome back to Great Decisions! During this program we'll watch a video produced by the Foreign Policy Association about foreign policy issues and discuss what we've learned.

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

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

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 14, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

This 20-minute lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 10:50am

Munster - Children's Program Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and a craft. Must register.

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 10:50am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 30 2022 at 9:00am

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your favorite yarn or thread project and enjoy some great company while you create! All crafters and crafts are welcome!

Wed, Dec 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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

This event is full

Tween and Teen Green STEAM

Wed, Dec 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #2

Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.

This event is full

Teen Gaming

Wed, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Come hang out and play some video games! We provide the video games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Tweens and Teens, ages 8 to 15, can join this hour-long interactive program that encourages conservation and STEAM.

Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva

Wed, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables

Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn ... or bring along a project you're already working on!

LEGO® Night

Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting 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 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join the Page Turners Book Club as we discuss "Mr. Dickens and His Carol" by Samantha Silva. Books will be available at the St. John Branch check out desk.

This event is full

Family Game Night (Grades K-6)

Wed, Dec 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Kids, tweens, and family can play board and card games at the library. Please register!

Wolffgang Choir Christmas Concert

Wed, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

The choir group Wolffgang, from Hobart High School, will perform a Christmas Concert for the public on Wednesday Dec. 14th at 6pm.

Popcicle Stick Ornaments - All Ability Craft

Wed, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Earn volunteer hours while helping us plan teen programming and services. For grades 6-12.

Wed, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Get in the holiday spirit with these crafts! We will be making a trio of Popsicle stick ornaments. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-24 Months

Thu, Dec 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute storytime for children ages Birth-24 months, with their caregiver(s). We will sing songs, read books, bounce, wiggle, and move!

This event is full

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

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.

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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 to 23 Months

Thu, Dec 15, 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 15, 10:30am - 10:50am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Babies and their caregivers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland

Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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 0-24 Months

Thu, Dec 15, 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 15, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Children's Program Room

A 30 minute storytime for children ages Birth-24 months, with their caregiver(s). We will sing songs, read books, bounce, wiggle, and move!

Teen STEAM: Binary Code Ornaments

Thu, Dec 15, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

This event is full

Animals in the Winter!

Thu, Dec 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join the Indiana Dunes State Parks rangers to find out how animals and plants in our area adapt to winter! Registration of each person in attendance is mandatory - do not just register the child!

Animals in the Winter!

Thu, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join the Indiana Dunes State Parks rangers to find out how animals and plants in our area adapt to winter! Registration of each person in attendance is mandatory - do not just register the child!

Tech Time (Grades K-6)

Thu, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us as we play around with some of the library's robotic and tech kits.

Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Join us as we make ornaments with holiday messages written in binary! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, please register. Ages 11-18

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Interested in any of the needle arts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us for an opportunity to chat and create. Bring your own project.

Tween Green Screen: Ages 10 to 13

Sat, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Tweens, ages 10 to 13, will learn to use the library's green screen. Please register.

Teen Craft: Tealight Snowmen

Sat, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Create a snowman out of a tealight, ribbon, pom-poms, and more! Can be made into an ornament or magnet. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Canceled

Craft and Chat

Sat, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago

Bring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters and work on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.

Teen Oreo® Taste Challenge

Sat, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Teens are welcome to join us for our Oreo® Cookie Taste Test Challenge! Registration is required. Ages 11-17. You will need to bring your own blindfold.

Canceled

Coloring for Adults

Mon, Dec 19, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Dyer-Schererville

De-stress and relax with pencils and coloring sheets provided by the library -- or bring your own!

The Holiday (2006)

Mon, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Come and enjoy this holiday movie with us! Seating is limited. Registration is required.

All Ability: Cookie Decorating

Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children (grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project.

Mon, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Use your imagination & provided supplies to decorate cookies. Registration is Required. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs but are open to all.

This event is full

Teen Advisory Board & Game Night

Mon, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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.

Teen Arts & Crafts: Holiday Ornaments

Mon, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #1

Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.

Teen Anime Club

Mon, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Calling all teen Anime and Manga fans! Come out and join other Anime fans as we watch a couple Anime episodes, do a fun activity and have snacks.

This event is full

Mon, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to make a variety of holiday ornaments. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Ages 12-18.

TEEN Game ON

Mon, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

A selection of board and card games will be available for you and fellow teens to play. Registration are required. Ages 12 - 18. Snacks will be provided.

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

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

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

This event is full

The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 10:50am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Children's Program Room

Our December 2022 title is *The Storyteller* by Jodi Picoult. Pick up a copy at the Hobart branch to chat virtually or in person! Contact at hobart@lcplin.org for event details.

Miracle (2004)

Tue, Dec 20, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Miracle tells the true story of Herb Brooks (Kurt Russell), the player-turned-coach who led the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team to victory over the seemingly invincible Russian squad. Rated PG. 136 min

Tue, Dec 20, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

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.

Documentary: The Library that Dolly Built - Celebrating the People Who Made Dolly's Dream Come True

Tue, Dec 20, 11:30am - 11:50am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

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

Tue, Dec 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Learn about the history and impact of Dolly's Imagination Library. 1h8min CC

The Au Pair by Emma Rous - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion

Tue, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Au Pair" by Emma Rous. Books for this Zoom discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour

Tue, Dec 20, 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 and up.

Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 4:20pm

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.

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 10:50am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 30 2022 at 9:00am

Wed, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your favorite yarn or thread project and enjoy some great company while you create! All crafters and crafts are welcome!

Teen Rainbow Club - LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group

Wed, Dec 21, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables

Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn ... or bring along a project you're already working on!

Christmas Slime

Wed, Dec 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us for a messy and slimy time creating Christmas slime. Supplies will be included. Dress for a messy time.

Wed, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

We are proud to be hosting a monthly social & networking time, providing support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Discussion, resources and activities. Please Register.

Power Paws For Kids

Wed, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Crochet Class

Wed, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Learn simple crochet stitches to create a dish cloth. Bring a skein of worsted weight cotton yarn and a size H crochet hook. Space is limited, so registration is required.

Holiday Party (Grades K-6)

Wed, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

School age children are invited to celebrate the holiday season and take part in games, crafting, and fun.

Teen Movie - The Nightmare Before Christmas

Wed, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us for a showing of The Nightmare Before Christmas! Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. Must register! Ages 12-17. Rated PG. Runtime: 1 hour and 16 minutes.

Cinnamon and Gunpowder by Eli Brown

Wed, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

All teens are welcome at the monthly TAB meeting to discuss upcoming programs while earning volunteer hours. Please register.

Wed, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

The year is 1819, and the renowned chef Owen Wedgwood has been kidnapped by the pirate Mad Hannah Mabbot. He will be spared, as long as he puts exquisite food in front of her every Sunday.

The Au Pair by Emma Rous - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Dec 22, 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 22, 11:15am - 12:30pm

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

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Au Pair" by Emma Rous. Books for this Zoom discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

The House on Tradd Street by Karen White - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Dec 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Karen White's "The House on Tradd Street." Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Hot Chocolate Pajama Storytime

Thu, Dec 22, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Thu, Dec 22, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for this special holiday storytime where we will be serving hot chocolate. Wear your pajamas and listen to bedtime stories.

Tue, Dec 27, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a take-home craft.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Tue, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

This event is full

Paint'n Time

Tue, Dec 27, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!

Tue, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Kids ages 6 months and up will enjoy interacting with blocks at various play stations. Playing helps children learn language, literacy, social, and other skills.

Coloring for Adults (Ages 18 and over)

Tue, Dec 27, 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 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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. Ages 18 and over.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Dec 27, 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.

The Paragon Hotel by Lyndsay Faye - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Paragon Hotel" by Lindsay Faye. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Wed, Dec 28, 10:30am - 10:50am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

This 20-minute lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Wed, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your favorite yarn or thread project and enjoy some great company while you create! All crafters and crafts are welcome!

Family Games Afternoon

Wed, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room,Meeting Room A

All ages of children and their families are invited to come play a variety of board games and card games. Bring your favorite game from home, or try something new by playing one of ours.

Teen Gaming

Wed, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Come hang out and play some video games! We provide the video games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

All Ability: Gaming & Coloring

Wed, Dec 28, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake Public Tables

Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn ... or bring along a project you're already working on!

Pajama Storytime

Wed, Dec 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!

Wed, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs but are open to everyone age 10+. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Teen Craft: Winter Canvas Painting

Wed, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Wed, Dec 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens, ages 12 to 18, will use acrylics to paint a winter scene on canvas. Registration is required: seats are limited.

Thu, Dec 29, 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.