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Photos of teen and adult activities: crochet, books, craft supplies, computer work

Something to Do

While Staying Home

Stuck at home? We're here to make it a little better, because teens and adults need enrichment just as much as kids do.

This page will be updated periodically with new activities!

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Virtual Puzzle: A Reading Rainbow

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Video Guides: Crafts & Activities

Genealogy Corner

Read This: LCPL Staff Picks

Virtual Jigsaw Puzzles

Other Things to Do (printables and more)

Virtual Escape Room

Can you make it to the end?

Tests of the Worthy Chapter 1: Trial of Cunning and Insight

Tests of the Worthy Chapter 2: Trial of Strength

 

Video Guides: Crafts & Activities

Check out our playlist of crafts and how-tos (designed specially to be done with materials you probably have at home - no need to run to the craft store). We've included some tutorials on how to use our lesser-known online collections, as well!

Virtual Jigsaw Puzzles

Tip: To make the puzzles more challenging, click the rotate icon when you first open them! Or, click the grid icon to give the puzzle more (or less!) pieces.

 Purple Trees at Merrillville Branch

Sign and books Practice Shelf Care

Gnome on top of a stack of gardening books Gnome Sweet Gnome

Black tote with neon green handles. Books are popping out the top LCPL Bag O' Books

A terrier reading the book Ivan the Terrier Ivan the Terrier

The Reader statue wearing a red mask Mask Up Hoosiers!

A bronze frog sitting cross legged under a rainbow with books on meditation, coping, and being happy Peace, Love, & Books

An open book sitting on a tray in the grass with a vase of purple flowers, a teapot, a cracker and cheese plate, and a mug that says bookmarks are for quitters Bookmarks are for Quitters

Two stormtroopers behind a library desk. One is on the phone, the other is offering a book for his inspection These are Not the Books You're Looking For

The display case at lake station new chicago branch with paper decorations of books and paper letters spelling Our Books Missed You Our Books Missed You

A book lying open on a table with two stacks of books in front of it, and beyond that library shelves filled with books So Many Books

Display case filled with paper cut out decorations: Balloons, letters spelling Glad You're Back, bookworms, and books Glad You're Back

A white dog wearing glasses sitting on an old school desk with an open book. Books are Fun

A dog wearing glasses reading a book at an old timey school desk No, You Can't Borrow My Book

A 3D owl made of the pages of a discarded book Bookworm Owl

A young man sits at a picnic table reading under a large tree with splendid orange, yellow, and green leaves. Many leaves already litter the ground around him. Take a Break

R2D2 pushes a star wars book into a book drop outside Munster Branch R2D2 Returns Books

A waypointing sign showing destinations like Camelot, Who-ville, Panem, The Shire Your Next Adventure

Funny DVDs like Shazam, Rookie of the Year, and Skate Kitchen set on fake snow with snowflakes in the background Chase Away the Winter Blues

Bronze statue of two children reading on a bench Reading Statue

A small brown and white dog looking at the children's book Harry the Dirty Dog Harry Reads

Image of Bernie Sanders from the 2021 inauguration sitting with crossed arms and legs and very large mittens. Text reads Get Your Mittens on a good book. Get Your Mittens on a Good Book

A lamp in the shape of an open book, its pages glowing. It sits on top of a DVD called Enlighten Up, a book called Think by Guy P Harrison, and a book called The Dark Side of the Enlightenment by John Fleming Enlightenment

A chess board mid-game with chess instructional books stood up behind the board, one open on the corner. The novel The Queen's Gambit with the Netflix adaptation cover is in the foreground  The Queen's Gambit

The brick wall above a short bookshelf is decorated with a paper cut out of a large popcorn bag and scattered popcorn pieces. Letters spell out Pop into the library and check out a good movie  Movie Time

A row of ducks on a ledge - a few rubber ducks, a ceramic one, and in the middle Rosella wearing a face mask that looks like a duck bill  Ducks in a Row

Photo of the branch taken from a low angle with flowering plants large in the foreground  A Beautiful Day at Lake Station-New Chicago Branch

Photo of people standing at different levels on stairs holding signs that say we heart our library  We Love Our Library

Photo of a bulletin board decorated with paper ocean cut outs  Check Out the Ocean

Photo of a bulletin board decorated with tropical forest trees and animal cut outs  Check Out the Tropical Forest

Display case with a map and settings of books marked with pins and yarn  Reading Can Take You Everywhere

Woman taking many books from a shelf  I Have No Shelf Control

Stack of books with a library card on top  Library Card Sign Up Month

A brown and white dog sits among stacks and stacks of books  Perdy's Collection

Wooden shelves stocked wtih horrow books and decorated with a black cat and flying bats. There is caution tape over the front  Cats, Bats, and Books

A bulletin board with flyers for genealogy tools and events  Genealogy Offerings

A display of books all with red covers  Warm Up to a Good Book

The New Release DVD section at Merrillville  New Releases

The Giraffe sculpture from the children's department  Cecily the Giraffe

Four library workers posing with mustaches attached to the front of their face masks  We Mustache You to Solve This

A book open on a table with its center pages folded in to resemble a heart  I Heart Books

A book with several pages folded in such a way that it looks like a heart is popping out  Book Heart

The exterior of Merrillville Branch taken from a distance  Merrillville Branch

Book spines arranged in a rainbow by color on a shelf with a stuffed cat  Rainbow Books

A huge brigantine made of paper and cardboard sitting atop a bookshelf  Sail into Summer Reading

A small typewriter paperweight. The paper in it says Help. Stacks of books stretch out behind it  Need Some Help Choosing?

Huge stacks of cardboard book boxes and a round table full of books  The Big Book Sale

A library staff member holds up an old book about Dimetrodon and mimics the reptile's open mouthed grinning expression  Mimicking Dimetrodon

A large display case holding colorful dia de los muertos decorations  Día de los Muertos

Cookbooks for soup  National Soup Month

a person lying sprawled underneath many many books  Buried in Books

Chair and book with wordcloud about libraries on the wall  A Library Corner

A bushy hydrangea plant  Hydrangeas at Dyer-Schererville

An American flag made out of red white and blue book spines  Red, White, and Books

A book lying open with a pair of reading glasses on top  Reading

Many books open to show their pages  Hoosier Books

A duck puppet wearing a backpack full of books  Ducky Goes Back to School

A cat sleeping on its back in front of a book shelf  Catnap by the Books

A large crocheted bulbasaur with a witch hat and some ceramic pumpkins next to a book titled Pokemon Crochet  Crafty Crochet

A scarecrow and some decorative pumpkins surrounding the Williams Sonoma Kitchen Library Book for Thanksgiving  Happy Thanksgiving

DVD boxes labeled Oscar Winning International Films, the many faces of keanu reeves, and western collection  Binge Boxes

Books standing in a circle, spines inward, shot from above  Book Circle

Book Index to the Prerogative of Ireland, How to Trace your Irish Ancestors, and Story of the Irish Race draped with a four leaf clover scarf  Irish Genealogy

Old illustration of Merrillville Branch when it had the white paneling and yellow tower  Merrillville's New Addition

Display case filled with postcards from around the world, an old typewriter, and vintage travel paraphernalia   Summer Reading Adventure

A rainbow beaming down near the Merrillville Branch sign with red trees in the foreground  A Reading Rainbow

Book growing a treeGenealogy Corner

Brushing up on your family history? We can help.

Online Genealogy Research Tools

How to Find Genealogy Webinars During Quarantine

Using City Directories for Genealogy (Video) 

Read This!

LCPL staff picks for teens and adults


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Upcoming Events
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth – 23 Months
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books,... 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.
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Wed, Jan 08, 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. Toys will be available for... more
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play. Storytime attendance is not required.
Off the Hook
Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Bring your current craft project and enjoy the conversation! All crafts are welcome!
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and... more
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
Teen Gaming
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! Games and snacks provided. Ages 12-18.
Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)
Wed, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and... more
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Jan 08, 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... 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!
Pajama Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for an evening of stories, songs, activities, and more. Feel free to come in your pajamas!
Hyperbole and a Half by Allie Brosh
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join the Page Turners Book Discussion as we discuss Hyperbole and a Half by Allie Brosh. Books are available at the circulation... more
Join the Page Turners Book Discussion as we discuss Hyperbole and a Half by Allie Brosh. Books are available at the circulation desk. Please register.
Teens & Tweens Fun with Food: Pizza Edition!!
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 15) will be taken on a Food Adventure. In January, we will be making pizza. To ensure there is enough... more
Teens & Tweens (ages 10 to 15) will be taken on a Food Adventure. In January, we will be making pizza. To ensure there is enough supplies and to address food allergies, registration is required. 
This event is full
Arts & Crafts for Adults: Desktop Calendar
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us every other month for Arts & Crafts for Adults. It's a New Year, New Calendar. Make a DIY desktop calendar out of a provided... more
Join us every other month for Arts & Crafts for Adults. It's a New Year, New Calendar. Make a DIY desktop calendar out of a provided card and envelope with different colors to choose from!
Teen Cartoon School
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Like to draw? Like comics and cartoons? Then this is the program for you! Join us on the second Wednesday of every month to learn new... more
Like to draw? Like comics and cartoons? Then this is the program for you! Join us on the second Wednesday of every month to learn new drawing techniques and make friends with your fellow cartoonists!
Power Paws for Kids
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville Branch Library - Children's Section
All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs!
All Ability: Make Your Own Puzzle
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
This month we will be making our own puzzles. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
Craft Club (K-6)
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Want to do a craft? Come make awesome things with different materials every month that you can take home and enjoy.
Thursday Threaders
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
Be Heart Smart - Presented by Linda Curley - Purdue Extension Educator
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart... more
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart Healthy Eating, and Take Action. Registration Required.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Munster - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in person craft that teach pre-reading/reading skills.... more
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in person craft that teach pre-reading/reading skills. This program is for kids 4-6 years of age and their caregivers.
Hobby Hour
Thu, Jan 09, 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 2nd Thursday for 2 hours.
Teen Pictionary®
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Teens, join us at the library for fun, fast-paced games of Pictionary® where your artistic skills and quick thinking are put to the... more
Teens, join us at the library for fun, fast-paced games of Pictionary® where your artistic skills and quick thinking are put to the test. Snacks, prizes, and refreshments provided.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
This event is full
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be... 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.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room D
Teens are invited to play in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign with one of our librarians as game master!
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
Thu, Jan 09, 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... more
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
This event is full
Be Heart Smart Program Series
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Purdue Extension Lake County, in partnership with the Lake County Health Department, will be offering 4 lessons on how you can "Be Heart... more
Purdue Extension Lake County, in partnership with the Lake County Health Department, will be offering 4 lessons on how you can "Be Heart Smart". Registration is required for all sessions.
Registration is now closed
Mahjong Open Play: Ages 18 & Over
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Join an open play Mahjong session; there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please bring a game set if you... more
Join an open play Mahjong session; there is no instructor but other players may share tips/directions. Please bring a game set if you have one! On-hand gaming supplies are limited. Ages 18 & over.
This event is full
Teen and Tween Speedcubing: Ages 8-17 - Advanced Rubik's Cube
Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we speed-solve the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be supplied at the program. Feel free to bring your own!
Keep Me In Stitches
Sat, Jan 11, 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.... more
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.
Craft Saturday: Alcohol Ink Mugs
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Decorate a mug for your favorite hot beverage with alcohol inks. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is... more
Decorate a mug for your favorite hot beverage with alcohol inks. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.
This event is full
Building Blocks to Literacy
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Kids, ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for... more
Kids, ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.
Teen Gaming: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Teens, choose your fighter and attack! Snacks provided. Other games may be available.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a storytime for children, ages 4 to 5. Space is limited; all participants must register in advance.
All That is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Three grown siblings must come to the realization that their father might be the reason for their mother's disappearance when they were... more
Three grown siblings must come to the realization that their father might be the reason for their mother's disappearance when they were young.
Miss Minoes - Kanopy Film Series
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
This charming classic film tells the tale of Miss Minoes, a cat who is transformed into a young woman & befriends Tibbe, a shy bumbling... more
This charming classic film tells the tale of Miss Minoes, a cat who is transformed into a young woman & befriends Tibbe, a shy bumbling cub reporter for the local newspaper. Rated PG;1h26mins.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Mon, Jan 13, 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... 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.
Tech Class: Kindle Basics
Mon, Jan 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Did you recently get a Kindle and want to learn about using it? Join us for this small group class all about navigating your Kindle!... more
Did you recently get a Kindle and want to learn about using it? Join us for this small group class all about navigating your Kindle! Please bring your own device. Registration required.
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be... 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, Jan 13, 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... 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.
Teen Book Club: Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Stop on by for our YA book discussion! This month we'll be reading Cinder by Marissa Meyer.
Adults Get Crafty: Painted Records
Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Paint a 45 record to create a piece of art! Please register.
Teen Cupcake Wars
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens will participate in a cupcake decorating competition to win cool prizes! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
This event is full
TEEN: Talking about Books
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Do you enjoy reading? If so, then join our book club where we will talk about the book that you are currently reading or finished... more
Do you enjoy reading? If so, then join our book club where we will talk about the book that you are currently reading or finished reading. Snacks will be served. Ages 12 – 18. Registration required.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
This event is full
Tech Class: Mouse & Keyboard Basics
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
St. John Branch - Public Computers
New to navigating computers or want some extra practice? Join us for this small group class all about using a computer mouse & keyboard!... more
New to navigating computers or want some extra practice? Join us for this small group class all about using a computer mouse & keyboard! All supplies will be provided. Registration required.
Tummy Time Painting
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Babies, with their caregivers, can join us for a colorful program with no mess! Art supplies are included, and families can take home... more
Babies, with their caregivers, can join us for a colorful program with no mess! Art supplies are included, and families can take home their artwork!
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote... more
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
Paint'n Time
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner - Circle of Readers Book Discussion
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
Join us as our Circle of Readers discuss The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner.
Tuesday Time Out
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Take a time out every second Tuesday for some calming music, word puzzles, coloring sheets, & other relaxing activities.
Cancelled
Teen Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Munster
Homeschool teens are invited to get together for fun activities. Each month we will explore a new topic. Please register.
Teen and Tween: Minecraft Meet-Up
Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
This event is full
All Ability: Winter Polar Bear - Ages 18 and Over
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Create a "cool" polar bear at this month's session. All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Please register.
Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens Support and Discussion Group
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Devotion
Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Watch this epic and inspirational true story of two elite US Navy fighter pilots who helped turn the tide in the most brutal battle in... more
Watch this epic and inspirational true story of two elite US Navy fighter pilots who helped turn the tide in the most brutal battle in the Korean War: Rated PG-13; runtime of 138mins.
Monthly Resume Workshop
Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B
Create your prefect resume with helpful resources and tips for those just getting started.
Off the Hook
Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Bring your current craft project and enjoy the conversation! All crafts are welcome!
Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)
Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and... more
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us for a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
Crochet @ Your Library
Wed, Jan 15, 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... 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!
LEGO® Night
Wed, Jan 15, 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!
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Teen Rainbow Club
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster
Teen Rainbow Club is a monthly social space for LGBTQIA+ teens & allies. Come for informal discussion, snacks, and crafts. Please register.
Power Paws for Kids
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.
Virtual Livestream Author Talk with TJ Klune - Bestselling Author of the Cerulean Chronicles
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Public Virtual Mtg Rm 1
Join other readers for a livestream conversation with TJ Klune about the Cerulean Chronicles, and his newest book Somewhere Beyond the Sea.
Kids Club: Ages 6-12 - Mini Canvas Abstract Painting
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Children are invited to create an abstract painting on a mini canvas using painter's tape and acrylic paint!
Teen Gaming Hour
Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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... more
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. For ages 10 - 18.
Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James
Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for a discussion of "Book of Cold Cases" by Simone St. James. Copies are available at the front desk.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months
Thu, Jan 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.
Crafters Gathering
Thu, Jan 16, 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.  
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Join us for this storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that promote pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
Dr. Strangelove - Classic Film
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
St. John - Children's Program Room
Join us for this month's classic film, Dr. Strangelove. Runtime: 1hr & 35min. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote... more
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that promote early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months
Thu, Jan 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Jan 16, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
Toddlers ages 2 and 3, accompanied by a caregiver, will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help... more
Toddlers ages 2 and 3, accompanied by a caregiver, will participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
Be Heart Smart - Presented by Linda Curley - Purdue Extension Educator
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart... more
This four-part series will help participants improve their heart health! Topics include: Know Your Risks, Know Your Numbers, Heart Healthy Eating, and Take Action. Registration Required.
Winter Crafting: Ages 2-5
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 2-5, and their adult caregivers are invited to help us welcome in Spring with some festive crafts!
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
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Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
Thu, Jan 16, 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... more
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
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Morning Mix: Ages 18 and Over - Jigsaw Puzzles, Coloring, Crosswords, & Word Searches
Fri, Jan 17, 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.... more
Stop in anytime during these sessions to work on a provided puzzle, crossword, word search or coloring sheet. All supplies provides. Coffee, tea, and water will be available.
Be Heart Smart Program Series
Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Purdue Extension Lake County, in partnership with the Lake County Health Department, will be offering 4 lessons on how you can "Be Heart... more
Purdue Extension Lake County, in partnership with the Lake County Health Department, will be offering 4 lessons on how you can "Be Heart Smart". Registration is required for all sessions.
Mah Jongg Meet Up - Open Play: Ages 18+
Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
For seasoned players and beginners. Please bring your own set as on-site supplies are limited. Open play every third Friday.
Teen and Tween Meet the Cube: Ages 7-15 - Rubik's Cube for Beginners
Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve... more
Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.
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