Munster Branch of the Lake County Public Library

Raya and the Last Dragon - Family Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 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.

Registration is now closed

Mon, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Families are welcome to bring a picnic-style lunch and enjoy a movie at the library each Monday during Summer Reading. Rated PG; 114 minute runtime.

Registration is now closed

Preschool Playdate: Ages 3-5

Mon, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 3-5, with caregivers, will interact at various play stations. Playing helps children learn language, literacy, social, and other skills. Play also nurtures creativity.

Registration is now closed

Wish - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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; 92 minute runtime.

Registration is now closed

Teen Movie - Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

Mon, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Join us for a showing of Scott Pilgrim vs the World! Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. Must register! Ages 12-17. Rated PG-13. Runtime: 1 hour and 52 minutes.

Registration is now closed

Star Wars Party

Mon, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library for a Star Wars Party! Enjoy Star Wars themed activities, games and crafts. Snacks will be provided. All ages are welcome!

Registration is now closed

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Jul 15, 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.

Registration is now closed

Marshmallow Challenge: Ages 6-11

Mon, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us as we challenge your creative side while building a tower to support a large marshmallow.

Registration is now closed

Teen Anime

Mon, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

We will be watching the first episodes of an anime show.

Registration is now closed

Tent and Read

Mon, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Children, with the assistance of caregivers, can build a fort structure and read stories under their fort. Materials for the fort will be supplied.

Registration is now closed

Revisiting Our Childhood: Shrinky Dinks - Nostalgia Series

Mon, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Let's create Shrinky Dinks to catch the light of the summer sun!

Registration is now closed

Teen Book Tea

Mon, Jul 15, 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 July we are reading The Inheritance Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Registration is now closed

Canceled

Teen Dirt Pudding

Mon, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John

Teens will make this childhood favorite snack using chocolate pudding, Oreos, and gummy worms! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Some Reading Requried - A Reading Party at the Library

Mon, Jul 15, 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.

Registration is now closed

All Ability: Canvas Art - Ages 16 and Over

Mon, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

In this program, we will be painting geometric art on canvas. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Jul 16, 10:00am - 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.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Jul 16, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

This event is full

Storytime: Ages 4-5

Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.

Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

Registration is now closed

Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, music, and a craft that teaches early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime for children ages 2 & 3, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register each child and adult attending.

Registration is now closed

Evicted by Matthew Desmond - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Jul 16, 11:00am - 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 Required.

This event is full

Caregivers & Coffee Hour

Tue, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hobart - Hobart Zoom Room,Programming Room

Our July 2024 book chat title is "Evicted" by Matthew Desmond. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Enviromobile: Edible Landfill

Tue, Jul 16, 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.

Registration is now closed

Storytime: Ages 4-5

Tue, Jul 16, 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.

This event is full

Toddler Play Session

Tue, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 2-4 are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Students will learn about the important design and construction of a landfill by making their own edible version. They will also discover how to reduce their waste production.

Purdue Extension: Alzheimer's Awareness

Tue, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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

Livestream Author Talk With Max Brallier - New York Times Bestselling Author of The Last Kids on Earth

Tue, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Patrons are invited to engage in a livestream conversation with Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth - both the book series and the Netflix show. The event will be shown on a large screen.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk with Max Brallier - New York Times Bestselling Author of The Last Kids on Earth

Tue, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online

Join a livestream chat with author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both the book series and the animated series on Netflix.

Nutrition Education Program for Kids - Purdue Extension

Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health): Learn about physical activity, healthy food choices and enjoy a free snack and gift each week. Ages 8-13. Parents may attend as well. Lesson: 30 minutes.

Teen Crafternoons

Tue, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour

Tue, Jul 16, 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.

This event is full

Puzzle Challenge! - Ages 16 & Over

Tue, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #3

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

This event is full

Tue, Jul 16, 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!

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Teen Artsy Evenings

Tue, Jul 16, 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.

The Magic Onion Puppet Show: Ages 2-8

Wed, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a puppet show! Mark Nichols with The Puppet Place presents "The Magic Onion".

This event is full

Paint Your Own Tic-Tac-Toe (Grades K-5)

Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids entering grades K-5 are welcome to paint their own Tic-Tac-Toe game. We will be using permanent paint- please wear painting clothes.

LEGO® Build & Race (Grades K-6)

Wed, Jul 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

School-age children are invited to the library for an exciting car LEGO® build where everyone gets to race their creations on a special track. Due to limited space, all participants must register.

This event is full

Tie Dye Event: Ages 6 and Up

Wed, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Branch Library - Library Patio

Ages 6 and older can bring a plain white, pre-washed, cotton article of clothing , and maybe an adult to help. Come in anytime between 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

The Magic Onion Puppet Show: Ages 2-8

Wed, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hobart Community Center - 111 E Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342

Join us for a puppet show! Mark Nichols with The Puppet Place presents "The Magic Onion" at the Hobart Community Center.

Tweens: Let's Get Crafty! - Kirigami (Cut Paper) Animals

Wed, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Come to the library and learn to make some kirigami (cut paper) animals. Patterns and cutting/folding assistance will be available!

Teen ReUz Art - With the Enviromobile

Wed, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

In this program, teens ages 12-18 will use reusable materials to create a piece of art with staff members from the Enviromobile. Space is limited. Registration required.

Paint Your Own Tic-Tac-Toe (Grades K-5)

Wed, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids entering grades K-5 are welcome to paint their own Tic-Tac-Toe game. We will be using permanent paint- please wear painting clothes.

This event is full

Teen: Adventure of the Week

Wed, Jul 17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Cedar Lake - Public Tables

Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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

LEGO® Night

Wed, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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!

Yarn Resist Birch Tree Painting

Wed, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Children ages 6-12 will use canvas board, yarn and acrylic paint to create their very own birch tree paintings. Prepare to get messy due to the paint!

This event is full

Teen Rainbow Club

Wed, Jul 17, 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.

The State of Medical Insurance Options - Updates on Medicare, Long-Term, and Other Health Insurance

Wed, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

A health insurance broker, a Medicare Supplement agent, and a financial advisor will provide education on recent changes to medical insurance so individuals can be more informed about their options.

Power Paws for Kids

Wed, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

Wed, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson.

Thu, Jul 18, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Children's Program Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

This event is full

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Jul 18, 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 in this twice-monthly club.

Dumbo - Classic Film

Thu, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 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

Thu, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Thu, Jul 18, 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 take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, Jul 18, 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

Building Blocks to Literacy

Thu, Jul 18, 11:15am - 12:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

Thu, Jul 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various play stations. Playing helps children learn language, literacy, social, and other skills.

Ninja Training: Ages 6-11

Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-11, will participate in various ninja - related activities.

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Tween Perler® Bead Creations

Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

For ages 9 - 13! Come make some Perler® bead art with us! We will have patterns you can follow or you can design your own creations. Registration is required.

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Color-Changing Slime

Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Who is ready to make some summertime slime? Bring the heat with color-changing pigment!

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Teen Thriller Thursday: Hunt a Killer Mystery Game

Thu, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Embrace your inner sleuth and work to solve a mystery using a Hunt a Killer Moon mystery set. Each session will feature a new goal.

Teen: Adventures in Book-Crafting

Thu, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. Registration is required. Ages 12 - 18

Thu, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Learn the basics of book-making, and create a miniature book!

Teen Gaming Tournament - Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Thu, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Test your skills in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch to win a prize! You can bring your own joycons or gamecube controller! Must register first! Ages 11-17.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Thu, Jul 18, 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

Morning Mix (Ages 18 and Over) - Jigsaw Puzzles, Crosswords, Coloring & Word Searches

Fri, Jul 19, 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/water will be available.

The Princess Bride

Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday, a different family film will be shown.

Friday Family Movie - The Super Mario Bros Movie

Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children of all ages and their families are invited to the library for some movie fun. Join us every Friday for old favorites as well as new titles.

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids

Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A scientist father accidentally shrinks 4 teens to the size of insects. Now the teens must fight dangers as the father searches for them. Runtime: 101 mins; rated PG.

Enviromobile: Edible Landfill

Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Students will learn about the important design and construction of a landfill by making their own edible version. They will also discover how to reduce their waste production.

This event is full

Teen Movie: Mean Girls (2024)

Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Teens are invited to a summer afternoon movie. Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.

Tween & Teen Meet the Cube

Fri, Jul 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us to learn the basics of solving the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be provided. Ages 8 through 15 years old.

Storytime in the Park

Sat, Jul 20, 9:00am - 9:30am

Griffith-Calumet - Woodland Park

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.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Jul 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

Teen Ice Dyeing

Sat, Jul 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

St. John Branch - Patio

Teens will learn to create a tie dye shirt using ice! You must bring your own 100% white cotton t-shirt. Event will be outside, weather permitting. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Canceled

Craft and Chat

Sat, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago

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.

Wii Sports Tourney

Sat, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Celebrate adventure at your Library with two hours of fun playing Wii Sports.

Ready Player One (2018) - An Adventure Movie Experience

Sat, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:20pm

Hobart - Programming Room

We will have a reality-bending adventure watching this matinee film while munching on popcorn and candy and drinking coffee, lemonade, or water. Rated PG-13; 140 minute runtime.

Make Your Own Fantasy Map - Adult & Teen Craft

Sat, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Come in and design a map of your own fantasy world! All materials will be provided, registration is required. This program is available for ages 10 and up.

Elemental - Family Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 22, 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 4-5

Mon, Jul 22, 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.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Families are welcome to bring a picnic-style lunch and enjoy a movie at the library each Monday during Summer Reading. Rated PG; 101 minute runtime.

Wonka - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jul 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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; 112 minute runtime.

Spooky Tales: Ages 6-12

Mon, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Come hear some spooky stories in July!

The Enviromobile Presents! - Upcycled Games

Mon, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children will learn how to use and re-use items to make fun games!

The Sandlot (1993)

Mon, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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

Tween & Teen Summer of STEM: Robotics

Mon, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Come join us for some fun experimenting with technology and playing around with robotics!

Camp-Out Escape Room Adventure - Presented by the Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Kids and their families will have an adventure going through our camp-out escape room, presented by the Teen Advisory Board. Please register.

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Adventure Journaling

Mon, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

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.

Teen craft: Diamond Painted coasters

Mon, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. Registration is required. Ages 12 - 18

Mon, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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

Teen: Adventures in Button Making

Mon, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Join us to make your own buttons featuring designs of your choice! All supplies will be provided but feel free to bring any images you'd like to use to make a button.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Jul 22, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 23, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 23, 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.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months

Tue, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

In this program, children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Jul 23, 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.

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Paint'n Time

Tue, Jul 23, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

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

New Parent & Caregiver Meet Up

Tue, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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.

Tue, Jul 23, 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.

This event is full

Purdue Extension: Alzheimer's Awareness

Tue, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime program for babies and toddlers birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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

The Lost City (2022) - Monthly Movie Matinee: Adult Summer Reading Program Edition

Tue, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Adventure Begins at the Library! Come watch an adventure film for the Summer Reading Program's Movie Matinee. Rated PG-13. Runtime of 112 mins.

Livestream Author Talk With Elizabeth Acevedo - Bestselling Author of The Poet X

Tue, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Patrons are invited to engage in a livestream conversation with Elizabeth Acevedo about The Poet X, and the power of poetry. Attendees will watch the event on a large screen.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk with Elizabeth Acevedo - Bestselling Author of The Poet X

Tue, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online

Join a livestream chat with author Elizabeth Acevedo about The Poet X, and the power of poetry.

The Art Thief by Michael Finkel - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Jul 23, 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 skills. This program is for kids 4 to 6 years of age and their caregivers.

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Tue, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Teen Anime Adventures

Tue, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us to watch episodes of shounen and adventure anime.

The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion

Tue, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room

The Virtual Between the Lines book discussion group will read "The Lioness" by Chris Bohjalian. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, Jul 23, 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.

Calumet Astronomical Society

Tue, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

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Tue, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Babies and toddlers birth to 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, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Jul 24, 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.

Crafternoon for Families

Wed, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of making crafts! We will have a wide variety of craft supplies for you to create something special.

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Enviormobile: Edible Landfill

Wed, Jul 24, 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! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

Wed, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Children will learn about the important design and construction of a landfill by making their own edible version.

Teen: Adventure of the Week

Wed, Jul 24, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - 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 Anime Club

Wed, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

We'll watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative or bring in your own sketchbook and projects to work on.

Wed, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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

Family Karaoke!

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join us for an hour of family fun with karaoke and refreshments! We have lots of Disney tunes to choose from!

Storytime at Twin Oaks Park

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Twin Oaks Park

Join us at Twin Oaks Park for a storytime in the park. This family storytime welcomes children ages 2-6 and their family members to enjoy stories, songs, and fun.

Campout with Cecily & Ray

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Stuffed animals are invited to a campout with Cecily the Giraffe and Ray the Elephant.

Grown Up Game Night

Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

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

Building Blocks to Literacy

Thu, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Children ages birth - 3, and their families, are invited to this program where they can explore and play with a variety of blocks. Block play helps children develop motor and problem solving skills.

Thu, Jul 25, 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.

Sensory Storytime: Session 1

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-6. Please register each child and adult planning to attend.

All Ability: Hangout

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Meeting Room A

All Ability: Hangout is a program designed for adults with special needs. Each session we will read picture books and do an activity centered around a theme. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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

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The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Jul 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.

Thu, Jul 25, 11:15am - 12:30pm

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

The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "The Lioness" by Chris Bohjalian. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Genealogy Class: Preserving Family History

Thu, Jul 25, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

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

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Thu, Jul 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

Ever wondered how to take care of those old photographs, scrapbooks, and stories passed down from generation to generation? This session has got you covered.

True Biz by Sara Novic - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Jul 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Sara Novic's "True Biz". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Pollinator Heroes

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Lake County Soil and Water Conservation District presents Pollinator Heroes! Children, ages 6-11, will explore the importance of pollinators in the food chain and environment with a hands-on activity.

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Water Animal Adventures - With Gibson Woods

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Children, ages 5 and up, are invited to meet some local pond critters and do fun water experiments

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Sensory Storytime: Session 2

Thu, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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

Teen Game Fest

Thu, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us and play video games from across the decades during our summer game fest!

Teen Thriller Thursday: Hunt a Killer Mystery Game

Thu, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Embrace your inner sleuth and work to solve a mystery using a Hunt a Killer Moon mystery set. Each session will feature a new goal.

Board Meeting

Thu, Jul 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Summer Evening Family Storytime

Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for stories, songs, and dancing! Wear your pajamas if you wish!

Adult Craft Night: Lavender Canvas Painting

Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

During our next adult craft night, we'll create a field of lavender using acrylic paints on a square canvas. No painting experience necessary!

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Patti's All American Gymnastics Visit: Ages 3-5

Fri, Jul 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

A representative from Patti's All American Gymnastics will be visiting and doing an interactive program with an obstacle course, a craft, and a story for children ages 3-5!

Book Character Costume Party for Kids

Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Families of kids ages 11 and under are invited to dress up as your favorite book character and join us for a costume party. We'll have bookish games and activities. Registration Required.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse - Summer Movie Fun!

Fri, Jul 26, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a movie projected on the big screen!

Night at the Museum

Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday, a different family film will be shown.

Friday Family Movie - The Little Mermaid (Live Action)

Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children of all ages and their families are invited to the library for some movie fun. Join us every Friday for old favorites as well as new titles.

Shrek - Family Movie

Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

The whole family can enjoy a fun movie at the library! Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required.

The LEGO Movie

Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

An ordinary LEGO construction worker is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the LEGO universe into eternal stasis. Runtime: 101 mins; rated PG.

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

Fri, Jul 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart Branch - 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.

Kids Chess Open Play: Ages 6-18

Sat, Jul 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

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

Reading to the Dogs - Love on a Leash

Sat, Jul 27, 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.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) - An Adventure Movie Experience

Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:50pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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.

Jumanji - Family Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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.

Migration - Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Mon, Jul 29, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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.

Teens & Tweens Roller Coaster Build

Mon, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams

Mon, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Jul 29, 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.

Adventure Journaling

Mon, Jul 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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.

Purdue Extension: Alzheimer's Awareness

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

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

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Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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

Livestream Author Talk with Dan Santat - Bestselling Author of A First Time For Everything

Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk with Dan Santat - Bestselling Author of A First Time for Everything

Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online

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

Teen Crafternoons

Tue, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

Schererville Fire Department: Be Prepared to Get Wet!

Tue, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Wed, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dyer-Schererville Branch - East Parking Lot

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

Livestream Author Talk with Dan Santat - Bestselling Author of A First Time For Everything

Wed, Jul 31, 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.

Rescheduled

Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New date Tuesday, July 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Merrillville

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.

Indiana Dunes National Park: Ages 6-12

Wed, Jul 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

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.

End of Summer Reading Open House!

Wed, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room,Meeting Room A

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

Wed, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - 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!

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, Aug 01, 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 in this twice-monthly club.

Simply Lies by David Baldacci - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

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

Highland - Meeting Room A

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.

Internet Safety (Grades 3--5) - With Parents/Guardians

Thu, Aug 01, 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.

Stitch'n Time

Sat, Aug 03, 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, Aug 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.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Aug 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Munster - Children's Program Room

Join us for Yoga at the library! Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Sat, Aug 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Highland - Meeting Room A

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.

Operation Safe Kids: Live Scan Child ID

Sat, Aug 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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.

Teen Board Game League

Sat, Aug 03, 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!

Performance by Joe Rauen - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Sat, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large 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! Check out his website: joerauen.com

Family Game Day

Sat, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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.

Fatherhood (2021) - Movie Monday

Mon, Aug 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.

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

Highland - Meeting Room A

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

Arthur the King

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

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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 Craft: Back to School

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

Highland - Meeting Room A

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.

Travel Film: Portugal

Tue, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk - Smithsonian Space Station

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

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Online

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.

Steam Series: Butterflies

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

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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!

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

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

Cedar Lake - Public Tables

Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, Aug 07, 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.

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Thu, Aug 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.

Banking Basics for Kids - Presented by Credit Union 1

Thu, Aug 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.

Thu, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

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.

Friends Annual Book Sale Friends Pre-Sale

Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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!

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #3

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

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Thu, Aug 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

New venue Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

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

NWI Directors Meeting

Fri, Aug 09, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Merrillville - Staff Meeting Room

Northern Indiana Library Directors Meeting

Fri, Aug 09, 9:00am - 3:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

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 will end on May 20.

Hobart Walking Tour: A Hometown Adventure - Adventure Begins at Your Library

Fri, Aug 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Hobart - Hobart Historical Society

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.

Morning Mix (Ages 18 and Over) - Jigsaw Puzzles, Coloring, Crosswords, Word Searches

Fri, Aug 09, 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/water will be available.

Friends Annual Book Sale

Fri, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville

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

Friends Annual Book Sale

Sat, Aug 10, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, Aug 10, 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.

The Heron's Cry by Ann Cleeves - Mystery Loves Company

Mon, Aug 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.

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The Bookshop

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

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

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.

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

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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?

Libby App Basics

Mon, Aug 12, 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.

Book Sale Leftovers: Open to Nonprofit Orgs

Mon, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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

Adults Get Crafty: DIY Beaded Pens

Mon, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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!

Teen & Tween Summer Bash

Mon, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

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.

Paint'n Time

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

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

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

National Treasure (2004) - Monthly Movie Matinee

Tue, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

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.

The Good Left Undone by Adriana Trigiani - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

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

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

Friends of the Library Meeting

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

Merrillville - Board Room

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

All Ability: Lighthouses - Ages 18 and Over

Tue, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Small Group Room #3

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

Tue, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

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.

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

Tue, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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

Wed, Aug 14, 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.

Steam Series: Butterflies

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

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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!