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Volunteering at the book sale room!

Volunteer Opportunities

"A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life." -Henry Ward Beecher

Our volunteers are an important part of the Lake County Public Library family. Thanks to our volunteers, we're able to go above and beyond the library services provided by public funding.

Volunteers help us keep the booksale room open, allow us to offer a variety of classes thanks to their expertise, help keep the library beautiful, and so much more.

HOW: To start volunteering, just head to your local library and pick up an application.

Who Can Volunteer?

Anyone!

We're looking for anyone who wants to be a part of our team. Parents, grandparents, high school students looking for community service hours, retired people looking for something to do, gardeners, writers, teachers - these are all people who have given their time and talent to LCPL!

The need for volunteers throughout the library system is ongoing as the library evolves. There's always something new at LCPL -- may the next new volunteer be YOU!

What Can I Do?

Some specific volunteer opportunities:

• Serve on the Friends of the Library Board

• Adopt A Shelf: Pick a shelf and dedicate 1.5 hours/week to keeping it in order! This is especially important in our DVD collections.

• ESL Literacy Tutor: Help adults learn to speak, read, and write English as their second language. This requires 4 hours/week while classes are in session.

• Indiana Collection/Genealogy Volunteer: Help out in the Indiana room and assist patrons with local history and genealogy research.

Have a question about volunteering? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at (219) 769-3541, ext. 315.

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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