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Online library materials available wherever you have an internet connection

Online Library Access - Anywhere

Welcome to your online Lake County Public Library!

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Use your eLibrary Card (formerly Digital Access Cards) to access any of the resources you find here. If you have questions about using your card, just give us a call or use our Ask a Librarian form!

If your school is not one of those partnered with Lake County Public Library, tell your administration you're interested! Partnering with the library means that you get an eLibrary Card/Digital Access Card so you can use library resources right away from any location without ever setting foot in one of our buildings.

Research for Projects and Homework

Here we have a fine selection of databases for your research needs. English paper coming up? Gotcha covered. Science project? No problem. Anything you need to learn about, you can find it here.

Learn Stuff

Stream or Download Your Library

A little something for your devices. Need a novel? Grab it without leaving your chair. Want some music? Download it (Legally! Forever! For free!) from the library. Prefer to read magazines? We've got those too. All you need is your eLibrary card.

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Want More eBooks & Audiobooks?

Help us decide what to add to the collection! Recommending an ebook or audiobook is easy and helps us make sure we have something for everyone. Here's how.

Visit Us IRL

Want to check out actual books or DVDs? It's easy to upgrade your library card. Just apply online!

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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