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Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Board meetings are held monthly at 4:30 PM on the fourth Thursday in the Administrative Building located at 1919 W 81st Ave. Merrillville, IN. In the event of a holiday or scheduling conflict, adjusted meeting dates will be reflected in the annual notice as well as on the library events calendar. See the full schedule of 2025 board meetings.

President
Sean Conley
Appointed by
Lake County Commissioners
October 18, 2023
Term expires
June 30, 2026

Vice President
Martha (Marti) Ross
Appointed by
Lake County Council
July 11, 2023
Term expires
July 11, 2027

Secretary
Molly Dunscombe
Appointed by
Merrillville School Board
January 15, 2022
Term expires
January 15, 2026

Karen Fitzgerald-Tillman
Appointed by
Lake County Commissioners
July 16, 2025
Term expires
December 31, 2028

Charman Shields-Williamson
Appointed by
Merrillville School Board
October 31, 2024
Term expires
October 30, 2028

Alice Hunt-Lounges
Appointed by
The Nine School Boards of Lake County
July 26, 2022
Term expires
July 25, 2026

Wendy Mis
Appointed by
Lake County Council
July 25, 2025
Term expires
July 25, 2029

About the Board of Trustees

The Lake County Public Library is governed by the Board of Trustees. The seven member board is responsible for library governance and policy. Trustees are appointed by the Lake County Commissioners, the Lake County Council, the Merrillville School Board and the Nine School Boards of Lake County.

The Board of Trustees meets monthly at 4:30pm on the fourth Thursday in the Administrative Building located at 1919 W 81st Ave. Merrillville, IN. In the event of a holiday or scheduling conflict, adjusted meeting dates will be reflected in the annual notice as well as on the library events calendar.

Email the Board of Trustees

Meeting Minutes

2025:

January 2025 Board of Finance

2024:

May 9, 2024 Special Meeting

January 2024 Board of Finance

Upcoming Events

Mahjong Open Play: Ages 18 & Over

Fri, Dec 26, 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.

Bingo at the Library!

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

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Join us at the library to play Bingo! All ages are welcome to play. Winners will be able to choose from a variety of small prizes.... more

Join us at the library to play Bingo! All ages are welcome to play. Winners will be able to choose from a variety of small prizes. Please register.

Teen Advisory Board & Game Night

Mon, Dec 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

The Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you, all while earning... more

The Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you, all while earning volunteer hours!

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Mon, Dec 29, 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

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Mon, Dec 29, 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.

Rescheduled

Teen Advisory Board & Game Night

Mon, Dec 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

New date Monday, December 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville

The Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you, all while earning... more

The Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you, all while earning volunteer hours!

Monday Night Adult D&D

Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Children's Program 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!

This event is full

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Tue, Dec 30, 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.

All Ability: Winter Bingo

Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us as we play some winter bingo and win some small prizes, while supplies last. All ability programs are geared towards adults with... more

Join us as we play some winter bingo and win some small prizes, while supplies last. All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Registration required.

Cancelled

Noon Years Eve Party

Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Merrillville

Celebrate the new year at our Noon Year's Eve Party! There will be stories, songs, a craft, and light refreshments. Please register so... more

Celebrate the new year at our Noon Year's Eve Party! There will be stories, songs, a craft, and light refreshments. Please register so we know how many supplies to order.

Laugh for Your Health - Presented by Laugh with Kathy

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

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Join Kathy, a Certified Laughter Leader-Expert, for this 8-week series to relieve mental and physical discomfort by laughing!

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Tue, Dec 30, 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.

Board Meeting

Tue, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Noon Year's Eve: Ages Birth to 6 Years Old

Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:10pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Join us for a special storytime, for our friends who can't always make it to midnight, featuring songs, rhymes, and crafts.

This event is full

Off the Hook

Wed, Dec 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

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

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Wed, Dec 31, 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.

Teen Game League: Mario Party & Hot Chocolate

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

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

Warm up to the new year with a game of Mario Party and some hot chocolate. For ages 12-18.

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