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Upcoming Events
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This program aims to prepare adults to take the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS. Intermediate English level is required.

Wed, Sep 18, 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... more
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, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Online
Join a livestream chat as Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in... more
Join a livestream chat as Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open.

Cancelled
Wed, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville
Tamara Kruse of Elderwerks Educational Services will explain different aging options as well as the different levels and costs of care... more
Tamara Kruse of Elderwerks Educational Services will explain different aging options as well as the different levels and costs of care throughout the continuum of Senior Living.  

Wed, Sep 18, 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.

Wed, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hobart - Children's Program Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Wed, Sep 18, 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!

Wed, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Stop in and have fun while learning about everything your library card can do for you!

Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Teens, ages 11 to 17, can earn volunteer hours during the school year! Attend a callout meeting for details. Teens must attend ONE... more
Teens, ages 11 to 17, can earn volunteer hours during the school year! Attend a callout meeting for details. Teens must attend ONE meeting.

Wed, Sep 18, 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.

Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children are invited to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Children are invited to join us for this program were they will a make craft!

Wed, Sep 18, 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!

Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Each month we will have different craft projects designed for teens and tweens (ages 10-15). We will provide all the supplies you need... more
Each month we will have different craft projects designed for teens and tweens (ages 10-15). We will provide all the supplies you need to be crafty.

Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
This talk explores the power of collective action, collaboration, and how planting a free tree can drive significant community and... more
This talk explores the power of collective action, collaboration, and how planting a free tree can drive significant community and environmental impact.

Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Join us for a discussion of "We Are the Brennans" by Tracey Lange. Copies are available at the front desk.

Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Each week, we will explore a different famous artist and do a corresponding activity. This is a 5 week program; sign up for all or... more
Each week, we will explore a different famous artist and do a corresponding activity. This is a 5 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are... more
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Thu, Sep 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
St. John - Children's Program Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and... more
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement. Please register all children and adults that will attend.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this month's classic film, Sunset Boulevard. Runtime: 1 hr 55 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Sep 19, 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.

Thu, Sep 19, 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.

Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Highland - Children's Programming Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teaches pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-6. Please... more
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teaches pre-reading skills for kids ages 4-6. Please register all attending. Registration begins August 1.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 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

Thu, Sep 19, 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... more
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, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Register for this program to receive individualized tech help.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
St. John - Children's Program Room
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and... more
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement. Please register all children and adults that will attend.

Thu, Sep 19, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
This is a program for toddlers ages 2 and 3, and a caregiver, where they can participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities.... more
This is a program for toddlers ages 2 and 3, and a caregiver, where they can participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
This event is full

Rescheduled
Thu, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New date Thursday, September 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hobart
Come solve a one-shot fictional mystery, "The Case of the Unfortunate Acrobat"! For ages 12-18.

Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 6 - 11, may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed... more
Children, ages 6 - 11, 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.

Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Play Bingo, Win Books!

Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 6-12, are invited to join us for this craft program where they will make an adorable lizard key chain with pony beads.

Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Come to a special family storytime to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month! We will have stories, songs and a craft.

Fri, Sep 20, 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/water will be available.

Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Join genealogist Renate Sanders in learning how to research ancestors of color, including formerly enslaved and free people of color.... more
Join genealogist Renate Sanders in learning how to research ancestors of color, including formerly enslaved and free people of color. This presentation is courtesy of an Indiana Humanities grant.

Fri, Sep 20, 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.

Sat, Sep 21, 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... more
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.

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dyer-Schererville Branch - Children's Area
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Bring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of... more
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.

Sat, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LCPL Virtual Branch - Zoom
Join a livestream chat with author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment.

Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This programs aims to help prepare adults to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS.

Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 3:15pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Learn defensive driving techniques, safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road. $15 for AARP members; $20 for... more
Learn defensive driving techniques, safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road. $15 for AARP members; $20 for non-members. To register, call Jeanette Pike of AARP at 219-949-6307.

Mon, Sep 23, 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

Mon, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and a craft, designed to help develop early literacy skills.... more
Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and a craft, designed to help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.

Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Mon, Sep 23, 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.

Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Morbid History presented by award-winning filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus. “Because you’re just more interesting when you’re dead!”

Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are... more
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Tue, Sep 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
St. John - Large Meeting Room
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

Tue, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
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,... 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.

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hobart - Programming Room,Children's Program Room
Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 24, 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.

Tue, Sep 24, 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

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
This storytime is for children ages 4 and 5 and features books, songs, and a craft.

Tue, Sep 24, 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... more
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, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for... more
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Tue, Sep 24, 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.

Tue, Sep 24, 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.

Tue, Sep 24, 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... more
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.

Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland - Meeting Room A
Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "Killing the Witches: The Horror of Salem Massachusetts" by Bill O'Reilly. Copies are... more
Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "Killing the Witches: The Horror of Salem Massachusetts" by Bill O'Reilly. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Tue, Sep 24, 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",... more
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.

Tue, Sep 24, 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... 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.

Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Lake County Public Library Zoom Room
Join us for a free community event on the intersection of arts and history as Dr. Tony Jean Dickerson speaks about the history of black... more
Join us for a free community event on the intersection of arts and history as Dr. Tony Jean Dickerson speaks about the history of black quilting. This program is thanks to a Indiana Humanities grant.

Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Enjoy an evening of lively tunes from Paul Horgash featuring the hammered dulcimer. Please register each attendee.

Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
This program aims to prepare adults to take the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS. Intermediate English level is required.

Wed, Sep 25, 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.

Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Department
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available... more
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play. Storytime attendance is not required.

Wed, Sep 25, 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... more
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, Sep 25, 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!

Wed, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.

Wed, Sep 25, 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!

Wed, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
In this activity, see if you can build a paper bridge to support 100 pennies!

Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to learn about different kinds of leaves and use them to paint! Bring any you find outside or use the... more
Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to learn about different kinds of leaves and use them to paint! Bring any you find outside or use the ones our librarians have collected.

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Staff Meeting Room
Interested in learning photo editing, but don't have any experience or the budget for expensive software? Join us to learn entry level... more
Interested in learning photo editing, but don't have any experience or the budget for expensive software? Join us to learn entry level photo editing skills with the free software Paint.NET.

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
Teens and Tweens are invited to watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies along with a craft on hand if you want... more
Teens and Tweens are invited to watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies along with a craft on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative. Snacks will be provided.

Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Each week, we will explore a different famous artist and do a corresponding activity. This is a 5 week program; sign up for all or... more
Each week, we will explore a different famous artist and do a corresponding activity. This is a 5 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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.

Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are... more
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.

Thu, Sep 26, 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.

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
St. John - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a 90 minute workshop on how to navigate your phone camera to get the best pictures. Ginnie Lange from Ginnie Lange... more
Join us for a 90 minute workshop on how to navigate your phone camera to get the best pictures. Ginnie Lange from Ginnie Lange Photography will be presenting this workshop. Registration Required

Thu, Sep 26, 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... more
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, Sep 26, 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.
This event is full

Cancelled
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrillville
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.

Thu, Sep 26, 11:15am - 12:30pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "Shadows of Berlin" by David R. Gilham. Books for this discussion can be picked up... more
The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "Shadows of Berlin" by David R. Gilham. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Thu, Sep 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room
Join us for a genealogy presentation. Angel Goins, retired IUN professor, will be our in house presenter.

Thu, Sep 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Rebecca Makkai's "The Great Believers". Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Thu, Sep 26, 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.

Thu, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hobart - Programming Room
Come solve a one-shot fictional mystery, "The Case of the Unfortunate Acrobat"! For ages 12-18.

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room
Children, ages 4-10 years old, are invited to join us as we craft a bird feeder out of reused materials.

Thu, Sep 26, 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

Thu, Sep 26, 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... 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.

Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Merrillville - Board Room
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room
Children (Grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project!

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Families are invited to create a Halloween inspired decoration to take home. We will have building supplies on hand but participants... more
Families are invited to create a Halloween inspired decoration to take home. We will have building supplies on hand but participants are welcome to bring their own supplies also.

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Munster - Large Meeting Room
Come decorate sugar skulls with us at the next Adult Craft Night! We'll be working with royal frosting so things could get messy - dress... more
Come decorate sugar skulls with us at the next Adult Craft Night! We'll be working with royal frosting so things could get messy - dress appropriately!
This event is full

Fri, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Learn several techniques for creating beautiful flowers out of paper and felt. Registration Required. Ages 18 and over.
This event is full

Fri, Sep 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hobart - 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... more
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.

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