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Support the Library

Did you know our Summer Reading Program for adults, children, and teens, is 100% funded by contributions? The same is true for many of our amazing programs, classes, and events, especially children's programs that foster literacy.

We invite you to be a part of a long tradition of supporting the library and enhancing the many services we offer. A donation to the library is an investment in your community!

The library is supported in a major way by two groups: the Friends and the Foundation. Monetary contributions to these groups have the most visible impact on our library - and of course, you can also contribute your time become an active participant in either!

Friends of LCPL

The Friends of the Lake County Public Library operate our booksale room and contribute to the acquisition of library materials. They also are responsible for funding Summer Reading Program activities! Learn more about how you can help.

The LCPL Foundation

The Foundation sponsors our annual Read-a-Thon as well as the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge, which helps kids prepare for Kindergarten. They also use their funds to provide books and materials above and beyond what would be available through the library's traditional tax-based funding. Learn more or make a donation.

Other Ways to Support the Library

➣Visit Our Booksale Room

Each of our locations has a sale rack, but the Merrillville branch has a full booksale room. You never know what you might find, and proceeds from sales benefit the library! Not interested in buying more books, music, and movies? You can also help us by donating some of your old ones. Learn More...

➣Shop at Amazon.com

When you go to Amazon from this link, a portion of what you pay comes right back to the library and into our materials budget. Learn more...

➣Support a Read-a-Thon Participant

Every year, the Foundation Board sponsors the annual Read-a-Thon, during which young readers collect pledges to benefit the library. Keep an eye on the Foundation Events page for the next Read-a-Thon dates!

➣Volunteer

Give the gift of your time! Call your library for more information on how you can donate your time and talent. Adults who volunteer 100 hours of their time and teens who volunteer 50 hours are eligible for special privilege gold or silver library cards. Learn More...

➣Donate Through the Legacy Foundation

Monetary donations to LCPL through the Legacy Foundation are used to directly support our educational initiatives. We may also use donations to continue expanding our collection of books, movies, music, and other materials so that people can engage in self-guided study. Donate now!

➣Make a Memorial Donation or Gift

Give a lasting and thoughtful tribute to your family or a loved one by making a monetary contribution to the Lake County Public Library. Download the gift form (PDF).

➣Make a General, One-Time Donation

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

Cancelled

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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