Something to Do

Mon, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more... more

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

LGBTQ+ Considerations in Dementia Care - Understanding Dementia: A CoAction Learning Series

Mon, Nov 03, 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... more

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

Cancelled

Mon, Nov 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Merrillville

Join us for this essential training that addresses the unique needs of LGBTQ+ older adults living with dementia.

Wicked (2024) - Movie Monday

Mon, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:45pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

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

A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls - Workshop Series Presented by CoAction

Mon, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Do you worry about falling? Join us for a free workshop series designed to manage falls and increase activity levels! Registration with... more

Do you worry about falling? Join us for a free workshop series designed to manage falls and increase activity levels! Registration with CoAction required!

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Where the Crawdads Sing

Mon, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A woman who raised herself in the marshes of the Deep South becomes a suspect in the murder of a man with whom she was once involved.... more

A woman who raised herself in the marshes of the Deep South becomes a suspect in the murder of a man with whom she was once involved. Rated PG13. Runtime of 2hr5mins.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Nov 03, 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... more

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

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville - Upper Level

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

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

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541... more

Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Mama Just Wants to Read - A Silent Book Club

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

What is a silent book club? A social gathering for readers. There is no assigned reading. Bring your own book or borrow one of ours. All... more

What is a silent book club? A social gathering for readers. There is no assigned reading. Bring your own book or borrow one of ours. All readers 18+ are welcome.

Teen Craft: Gratitude Journal

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Create and decorate your own gratitude journal just in time for the holidays. There will be snacks. Supplies will be provided. Ages... more

Create and decorate your own gratitude journal just in time for the holidays. There will be snacks. Supplies will be provided. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. Registration required.

Monday Night Adult D&D

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New venue Munster - Large Meeting Room

Steel yourself for the rest of the week with Monday Night Adult D&D! We'll be following 5e rules and will be running the Out of the... more

Steel yourself for the rest of the week with Monday Night Adult D&D! We'll be following 5e rules and will be running the Out of the Abyss campaign. Beginners and experienced players welcome!

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Medicare 101

Mon, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Significant changes are coming to Medicare in 2026! Come to a FREE Educational presentation at the library to get the answers you need!

Travel Film: The Pacific Northwest

Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Children's Program Room

Join us for this month's travel film about the Pacific Northwest. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, Nov 04, 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 craft, that promote early... more

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

This event is full

Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

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

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Caregivers & Coffee Hour

Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Baby, toddler and caregiver hour to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and toys!

Tue, Nov 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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... more

During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Tue, Nov 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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

Toddler Play Session

Tue, Nov 04, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 2-5, are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

Afternoon Euchre

Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room D

All skill levels are welcome to play a game of Euchre, aka the Midwest's favorite card game!

Tue, Nov 04, 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... more

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 Tuesday - Pixel Art

Tue, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Munster - Children's Program Room

Come in to the library and enjoy some crafting!

Positive Parenting Classes with Safe CHR - Co-sponsored with Dr. Kalyani Gopal

Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more... more

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Wed, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room D

Dr. Kalyani Gopal (PhD, clinical psychology) will teach evidence-based positive parenting skills. Participants will receive a parenting... more

Dr. Kalyani Gopal (PhD, clinical psychology) will teach evidence-based positive parenting skills. Participants will receive a parenting certificate upon completion of all six sessions.

Off the Hook

Wed, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Bring your current craft project and join in the conversation! Please register.

Livestream Author Talk with Joseph Lee - Author of Nothing More of This Land

Wed, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1

Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Joseph Lee about his book Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the... more

Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Joseph Lee about his book Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity.

That's Pretty Clever Tournament!

Wed, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Come and play in our That's Pretty Clever! Tournament. Win prizes for the highest score and for beating the bracket.

Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)

Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

St. John - Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include art projects, movies, science... more

Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include art projects, movies, science projects, games, and more! No registration required.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merrillville - Upper Level

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

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.

Crochet @ Your Library

Wed, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake Library - 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... more

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, Nov 05, 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... more

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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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541... more

Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Teens Volunteer: Holiday Display

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens can earn volunteer hours by decorating our display case for the holidays! Light refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12.... more

Teens can earn volunteer hours by decorating our display case for the holidays! Light refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12. Registration required.

LEGO® Night

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Children and their families are invited to create and play with LEGO® in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be... more

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!

BINGO for Books - Sponsored by Northwest Indiana Literacy Council

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

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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Fun with Food

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens & Tweens (ages 10-17) will be taken on a Food Adventure. We will be making no-bake pumpkin bars. To ensure there is enough... more

Teens & Tweens (ages 10-17) will be taken on a Food Adventure. We will be making no-bake pumpkin bars. To ensure there is enough supplies and to address food allergies, registration is required.

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Healthcare 101

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

If you have questions regarding health insurance or recent updates to Marketplace plans, Licensed Health Insurance Agent Edith Valdes... more

If you have questions regarding health insurance or recent updates to Marketplace plans, Licensed Health Insurance Agent Edith Valdes will provide information. Snacks provided. Please register.

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Kids and their families are invited to play Bingo and win free books!

Thu, Nov 06, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books,... more

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.

Crafters Gathering

Thu, Nov 06, 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... more

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

Thu, Nov 06, 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... more

For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thursday Threaders

Thu, Nov 06, 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... more

Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.

Storytime: Ages 4-6

Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

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

Thu, Nov 06, 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,... more

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.

Thu, Nov 06, 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... more

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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Medicare Workshop

Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

This overview offers a breakdown of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C, and D, eligibility, and enrollment basics.

Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Elementary aged homeschool students are invited to join us for a unique art or STEM project each month.

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The Waiting by Michael Connelly - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

Thu, Nov 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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.... more

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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Hobby Hour

Thu, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Don't have the space at home for your hobby? Bring it to our meeting room and have a whole rectangular table to work on (more if less... more

Don't have the space at home for your hobby? Bring it to our meeting room and have a whole rectangular table to work on (more if less people attend). This will be every 1st Thursday for 2 hours.

Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the discussion of The Waiting, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for November. Pick up a copy at the... more

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

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens (ages 11-17) are invited to register and attend this event where we will be doing various STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering... more

Teens (ages 11-17) are invited to register and attend this event where we will be doing various STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activities. Time to visit and snacks will be provided.

Cancelled

PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest: Ages: 8-12

Thu, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville

Join us on a family friendly, Dungeons and Dragons, campaign for preteens. We'll be referencing Heroes of Sol'an, 5th edition, for this... more

Join us on a family friendly, Dungeons and Dragons, campaign for preteens. We'll be referencing Heroes of Sol'an, 5th edition, for this adventure. New players are welcome.

Teen Cooking: Mini Pumpkin Pies

Thu, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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

Celebrate fall with these mini pumpkin pies! Participants will learn the basics of making pie dough, mixing pie filling, and checking to... more

Celebrate fall with these mini pumpkin pies! Participants will learn the basics of making pie dough, mixing pie filling, and checking to see if a pie is done. For ages 12-18. Registration required.

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Power Paws for Kids

Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster Branch - Children's Area

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for our Thursday evening group of Adult Dungeons and Dragons! In this group, we'll work our way through the Curse of Strahd module.

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An Evening of Blues & Brews - Sponsored by the LCPL Foundation

Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Main Level

The evening includes music by Kenny Kinsey & Ryan Frahm, a presentation by Samantha Muffet, beer and cider tastings, & light hors d'... more

The evening includes music by Kenny Kinsey & Ryan Frahm, a presentation by Samantha Muffet, beer and cider tastings, & light hors d' oeuvres. Tickets are $50 per person. Cash or check payments only.

Brain Benders

Fri, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Drop in and make new connections while doing puzzles, games, coloring pages, and other mind stimulating activities. Light refreshments... more

Drop in and make new connections while doing puzzles, games, coloring pages, and other mind stimulating activities. Light refreshments will be served. All supplies will be provided.

Craft Saturday: Holiday Ornaments

Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Use a variety of materials to make a set of ornaments! All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Book Walk - Celebrating Picture Book Month!

Sat, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Children may join us for a Book Walk and win books as prizes! A variety of picture books, board books, children's fiction and... more

Children may join us for a Book Walk and win books as prizes! A variety of picture books, board books, children's fiction and non-fiction books will be available to choose from. Please register.

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Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more... more

Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.

Playdough Playtime: Ages 2-5

Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

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

Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

This is a drop-in playtime where kids, ages 2-5, can create with playdough clay and toys.

Random in Death by J.D. Robb - Mystery Loves Company Book Discussion

Mon, Nov 10, 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... more

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

Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

When a young girl is injected with a toxic mix of substances at a concert, the detective searches for a pattern or a reason why she was... more

When a young girl is injected with a toxic mix of substances at a concert, the detective searches for a pattern or a reason why she was targeted but cannot find one.

Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6 - National Picture Book Month

Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 1:40pm

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... more

Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and craft, that help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Nov 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

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

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

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Nov 10, 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.

Teen: Writing Workshop

Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

Working on a story? Want to share your poem? Or just want to be with other writers? Participants will work together on writing games to... more

Working on a story? Want to share your poem? Or just want to be with other writers? Participants will work together on writing games to get inspired and then have time for writing sprints and sharing!

Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime program for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel... more

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

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D

Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541... more

Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.

Medicare 101 with Cliff Havens

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join Clifford Havens for an exploration of the current state of Medicare and understanding what the different options entail.

Protect Your Identity & Credit Score - With First Financial Bank

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join Financial Wellness Specialist, Misty De La Cruz, for a free seminar on ways to protect your identity and build and protect your... more

Join Financial Wellness Specialist, Misty De La Cruz, for a free seminar on ways to protect your identity and build and protect your credit score. Light refreshments will be served.

Piggie, Elephant, & Pigeon Party - National Picture Book Month

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join Piggie, Elephant, and Pigeon for a party celebrating National Picture Book Month. There will be crafts, games, and snacks provided.

Medicare 101

Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Significant changes are coming to Medicare in 2026! Do you know what they are? Come to a FREE Educational presentation at the Library... more

Significant changes are coming to Medicare in 2026! Do you know what they are? Come to a FREE Educational presentation at the Library and get answers to your Medicare questions! Register here!

Tue, Nov 11, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

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

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Mother Goose On The Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to a storytime featuring age appropriate stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early... more

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to a storytime featuring age appropriate stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 11, 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,... more

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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Tue, Nov 11, 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 promote early... more

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

Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children will have fun developing early literary skills as they enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more.

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Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Highland - Meeting Room A

Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your... more

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, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:15am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, & music that teach early literacy... more

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, & music that teach early literacy skills. In person craft time will follow the storytime.

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Tue, Nov 11, 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,... more

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.

Bright Lights, Big Christmas by Mary Kay Andrews - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

Tue, Nov 11, 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,... more

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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Afternoon Euchre

Tue, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room D

All skill levels are welcome to play a game of Euchre, aka the Midwest's favorite card game!

Tue, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Bright Lights, Big Christmas by Mary Kay Andrews will be discussed.

Tween & Teen: Minecraft Meetup

Tue, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 4:35pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.

Art Series for Kids: Ages 6-11

Tue, Nov 11, 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... more

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

Tue, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Children will learn about famous artists by creating similar masterpieces using a variety of art materials.

This event is full

All Ability Cute House Key Holder: Ages 18 & Over

Tue, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Create a key holder using craft sticks, glue & paint! It'll look great in your home sweet home! All Ability programs are geared to... more

Create a key holder using craft sticks, glue & paint! It'll look great in your home sweet home! All Ability programs are geared to adults with special needs. Registration required.

Teen Alphabet Club - GSA & LGBTQ+ Discussion Group

Tue, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

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