Highland Branch of the Lake County Public Library

Tue, Apr 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 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.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregivers, will enjoy storytime, which involves 30 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, stories and a craft. Please register all attendees!

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, music and a craft that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 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 literacy skills.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - 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 early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Registration is now closed

Pride and Prejudice (2005) - Monthly Movie Matinee

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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.

Registration is now closed

Caregiver & Coffee Hour

Tue, Apr 16, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

The Jane Austen adaptation starring Kiera Knightley and Matthew MacFayden. Rated PG. Runtime of 129 mins.

Registration is now closed

Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer - Hobart Book Chat

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room,Hobart Zoom Room

Our April 2024 book chat title is Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact hobart@lcplin.org or (219) 942-2243 for more details.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Registration is now closed

Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour

Tue, Apr 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration Required.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Come in and try Minecraft Pi. Register ahead of time as seats are limited. Recommended for ages 8 to 18.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Registration is now closed

Tween Learn to Crochet: Ages 8-12

Wed, Apr 17, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

Learn basic crochet stitches by making a granny square. This versatile design can be a coaster, a trivet, or even a baby blanket! Hooks and yarn provided. Or bring your own G, H, or I hooks

This event is full

Teen Financial Literacy Classes - Hosted by Misty De La Cruz of First Financial Bank

Wed, Apr 17, 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 bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.

Registration is now closed

Kids Club: Ages 6-12

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-12, are invited to this program where they will learn to make a craft!

This event is full

LEGO® Night

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting 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 displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Teen Rainbow Club

Wed, Apr 17, 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.

Teen Craft: Floral Bookmarks

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will make a spring themed bookmark using pressed flowers! Ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Wed, Apr 17, 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.

Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Earn volunteer hours while helping us plan teen programming and services. For grades 6-12.

Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "Our Missing Hearts" by Celeste Ng.

Virtual: Livestream Author Talk with Xochitl Gonzalez - Bestselling Author of Olga Dies Dreaming

Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online

Join a livestream chat with Xochitl Gonzalez about her new novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months

Thu, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 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 with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.

Thu, Apr 18, 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 company of others.

Thu, Apr 18, 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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.

One-on-One: Tech Help

Thu, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

This event is full

Thu, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months

Thu, Apr 18, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Apr 18, 11:15am - 11:45am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - Presented by Purdue University Extension

Thu, Apr 18, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

This event is full

Thu, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Lake County has the highest incidence of Alzheimer's disease and dementia out of all counties in Indiana. Learn the 10 warning signs and know what to do when you notice them.

Earth Day Activities (Grades K-5)

Thu, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dyer-Schererville Branch - Info Desk Tables

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

Help us get ready for Earth Day with some eco-friendly activities!

Life Skills 101 (Grades K-5) - Money Management

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Come on down to the library to play games on the Switch! We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, and more! Must register! Ages 11-17. If you have your own joycons, bring them!

Thu, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Life is hard enough on its own, join us as we touch on some common skills not everyone may know.

Rescheduled

Upcycle Crafts: Bottle Planter

Fri, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

New date Saturday, April 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart

Join us to craft a planter to grow your plants from seed to sprout!

Creative Greeting Cards (FEE)

Fri, Apr 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us and create enchanting homemade greeting cards with assistance from local Debbie Rodriguez with The Basement Bunch. Cash fee of $15 paid at time of event covers all materials for 3-4 cards.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Upcycle Crafts: Bottle Planter

Sat, Apr 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

DS - Children's Area

In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Craft and Chat

Sat, Apr 20, 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 home. All are welcome.

An American in Paris

Sat, Apr 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Three friends struggle to find work in Paris. Things become more complicated when two of them fall in love with the same woman. Runtime of 114 minutes.

Sat, Apr 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us to craft a planter to grow your plants from seed to sprout!

Mon, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.

Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease - Alzheimer's Awareness

Mon, Apr 22, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Mon, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Purdue Extension Lake County, partnering with the Alzheimer's Association®, will offer 4 classes about the growing need for detection and support of Alzheimer's disease and dementia in our community.

Mon, Apr 22, 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 displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Financial Literacy Month - Centier to You

Mon, Apr 22, 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.

Teen Book Tea

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room

Teens let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and talk about a different book. In April we are reading A Good Girls Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Budgeting & Savings, 2) Credit & Paying Down Debt, 3) Homeownership, and 4) Retirement.

Mon, Apr 22, 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. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 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 multiple games. Registration is required. Ages 12 - 18

Tue, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:00am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Apr 23, 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

In this program, children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.

Paint'n Time

Tue, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

This event is full

Budgeting and Saving - with First Financial Bank

Tue, Apr 23, 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, and music that teaches early literacy skills. In-person craft time will follow the storytime.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Learn how to save and create an attainable budget with First Financial Bank

New Parent Meet Up

Tue, Apr 23, 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 with books and puzzles! Registration is required.

Tue, Apr 23, 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, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, Apr 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, Apr 23, 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 teaches pre-reading skills. This program is for kids 4 to 6 years of age and their caregivers.

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The Invisible Life by Addie LaRue" by V.E. Schwab. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

From Scratch by Tembi Locke - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room

The Virtual Between the Lines Book Club reads From Scratch by Tembi Locke. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Teen & Tween Galaxy Space Slime

Tue, Apr 23, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Participants ages 9 through 13 can register for this 45- minute program where they will make their own galaxy space slime.

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, Apr 23, 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", a game similar to D&D. Beginners are welcome. For ages 12-18.

Calumet Astronomical Society

Tue, Apr 23, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Tue, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join the Calumet Astronomical Society to learn about various topics on the cosmos!

Wed, Apr 24, 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Caregive & Coffee Hour

Wed, Apr 24, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, Apr 24, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, Apr 24, 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 registration!

This event is full

Building Blocks to Literacy

Wed, Apr 24, 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! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

Wed, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room

Children and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various block play stations for an hour of block play and learning.

Wed, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-5.

Wed, Apr 24, 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 bring along a project you're already working on!

Canceled

Teen: Werewolf - A Social Game for Teens

Wed, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville

Assist librarians to make the library your space. Improve activities and programs and earn volunteer hours!

Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Werewolf is a social deduction game where you must find out who the werewolf is before everyone else is taken out. Need at least 5 people to play. Ages 11-17

Teen Minute to Win It

Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens will compete in a variety of minute to win it games for cool prizes! Ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Casablanca - Classic Film

Wed, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's classic film, Casablanca. Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, Apr 25, 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 company of others.

Sensory Storytime: Session 1

Thu, Apr 25, 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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

All Ability: Hangout

Thu, Apr 25, 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 centered around a theme. Caretakers must stay in the room.

Thu, Apr 25, 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

From Scratch by Tembi Locke - Between the Lines Book Discussion

Thu, Apr 25, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, Apr 25, 11:15am - 12:00pm

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

The Between the Lines Book Club reads From Scratch by Tembi Locke. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Genealogy Class: North Township Genealogy - Resources at the Hammond Public Library Special Collections

Thu, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

Join us for a genealogy program. Amanda Aguilera from the Hammond Public Library in Lake County, Indiana will be our in person speaker. Join via Zoom as well.

Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner - Munster Book Discussion

Thu, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Michelle Zauner's "Crying in H Mart." Copies are available at the Munster branch.

Sensory Storytime: Session 2

Thu, Apr 25, 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.

Board Meeting

Thu, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Board Room

Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees

Thu, Apr 25, 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.

Adult Craft Night: Fairy Gardens

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be photographed and displayed on the next month's flyer!

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Create a miniature fairy garden at our next Adult Craft Night! All materials will be provided, but bring your own miniatures if you like. Miniatures can be purchased from Amazon or Dollar Tree.

This event is full

PJ Storytime

Thu, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us for bedtime stories and songs. Wear your favorite pajamas and sing along to some lullabies. PJs are encouraged but not required.

Teen Financial Literacy Classes - Hosted by Misty De La Cruz of First Financial Bank

Fri, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Fri, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Children and their caregivers will enjoy interacting at various block play stations for an hour of block play and learning.

Comfort Reading with a Dog - LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs

Fri, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart Branch - 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 community and beyond, making them excellent listeners.

Sat, Apr 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

In this program children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.

Bingo at the Library!

Sat, Apr 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 books for a prize.

Saturday "Night" Trivia

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

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Join us for a trivia competition! Work in teams or individually to answer general knowledge, history, and pop culture questions to become a Library Trivia CHAMPION!!! Please register.

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Awareness - Presented by Linda Curley and the Alzheimer’s Association

Mon, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.

Mon, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

A series of four programs hosted by Linda Curely of Purdue University designed to help with early detection, support, and assistance for those with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.

Mon, Apr 29, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn - Book Buddies

Mon, Apr 29, 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 must register.

Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A group of older women are looking to retire from an elite network of assassins but before they can retire, they find out that they are marked for death.

Teen Advisory Board - Game Night

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

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. We'll brainstorm and discuss ways to improve teen programs.

Financial Literacy Month - Centier to You

Mon, Apr 29, 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.

Grown Up Game Night

Mon, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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. Every last Monday of the month.

Mon, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Budgeting & Savings, 2) Credit & Paying Down Debt, 3) Homeownership, and 4) Retirement.

Teen: LEGO® and Board Game Night

Mon, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Inviting teens, ages 12 - 18, to LEGO® and Board Game Night. Stop in to build your own LEGO® creation or pick a board game to play instead. Snacks will be provided. Registration required.

Tue, Apr 30, 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.

This event is full

Toddler Spring Play Date

Tue, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Come celebrate springtime with a toddler play date. Toys and games such as bowling, toss across and mini golf will be available for children ages birth to three years old and their caregivers.

This event is full

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Stories, fingerplays, music, related activities and a craft are all included this this storytime for children and their family members.

Coffee & Coloring

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

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 perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Munster Lecture Series: Presidential Powers - Presented by Yu Ouyang, Assoc Prof of Political Science

Tue, Apr 30, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Learn about how and why presidents use directives like executive orders to create and impact public policy from Associate Professor Yu Ouyang of Purdue Northwest.

Cutting the Cord

Tue, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

During this session you will get some of the basics on what to expect when "cutting the cord" to cable. What are the pros and cons? What are some costs to expect? Please register.

This event is full

Create Your Own Greeting Card

Wed, May 01, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, May 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards.

Wed, May 01, 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 bring along a project you're already working on!

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, May 01, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Families can join for stories in Spanish and English!

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Wed, May 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Earn volunteer hours and help the St. John Branch create teen programs, displays, and more! Refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12. Please register.

Wed, May 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Why should the kids get to have all the fun? Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month for adult Dungeons & Dragons and experience the adventure! Seats are limited, so registration is required.

This event is full

Wed, May 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, May 02, 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 with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.

Thu, May 02, 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 company of others.

Thu, May 02, 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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, May 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that support pre-reading skills for kids 4 - 6.

Thu, May 02, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Thu, May 02, 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 teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Triple Cross by James Patterson - Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club

Thu, May 02, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

Program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.

This event is full

Thu, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the discussion of Triple Cross, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for May. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.

PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest: Ages: 8-12

Thu, May 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Join us on our journey: Heroes of Sol'an, 5th edition family friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign for preteens. New players welcome.

Thu, May 02, 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.

Hair Discrimination: Speaker Jantina Anderson

Thu, May 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster Branch Library - Children's Area

In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer. Please register all those planning to attend.

Stitch'n Time

Sat, May 04, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Join us with your current projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) to chat and create! Bring your own supplies, and other attendees would be happy to instruct on crochet as needed.

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, May 04, 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. Please bring your own projects.

Acrylic Painting (FEE)

Sat, May 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm

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

Join us and create a unique painting with assistance from local artist Mary Stang-Helm. Cash fee of $25 paid at time of event covers all materials. Class begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Yoga & Breathing

Sat, May 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.

Sat, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Jantina Anderson will be speaking on race-based hair discrimination experienced by Black women and girls, and how it perpetuates racism. Anderson appears courtesy of a grant from Indiana Humanities.

Reading to the Dogs - Love on a Leash

Sat, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Children's Programming Room

In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.

Star Wars Family Fun Event

Sat, May 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Come enjoy Star Wars with us! Watch a movie, make an origami Millennium Falcon, and decorate a cake pop Death Star! The first families to arrive will also receive a 3d printed Baby Yoda!

May the Fourth Be With You

Sat, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Come celebrate May the Fourth by viewing Solo: A Star Wars Story, make a Chewbacca craft, and other activity sheets. Snacks will be provided.

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Awareness - Presented by Linda Curley and the Alzheimer’s Association

Mon, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.

Mon, May 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

A series of four programs hosted by Linda Curely of Purdue University designed to help with early detection, support, and assistance for those with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.

Now and Then (1995) - Movie Monday

Mon, May 06, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Love Again

Mon, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A woman finds love again after the death of her fiancé when she sends romantic text messages to his old cell phone number, only to realize the number has been reassigned to another.

Mon, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.

Mon, May 06, 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 displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.

Rescheduled

Mon, May 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

New date Wednesday, May 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

St. John

Earn volunteer hours and help the St. John Branch create teen programs, displays, and more! Refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12. Please register.

Teen Chess Club

Mon, May 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens in 6th-12th grades are invited to join the Chess Club. Please register and bring your own board.

Financial Literacy Month - Centier to You

Mon, May 06, 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, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Budgeting & Savings, 2) Credit & Paying Down Debt, 3) Homeownership, and 4) Retirement.

Rescheduled

Travel Film: Istanbul

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

New date Tuesday, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John

Join us for this month's travel film about Istanbul. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, music and a craft that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a simple craft, that support early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

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.

Caregiver & Coffee Hour

Tue, May 07, 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Tue, May 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.

Teen Financial Literacy Classes - Hosted by Misty De La Cruz of First Financial Bank

Tue, May 07, 11:30am - 11:50am

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration Required.

Toddler Play Session

Tue, May 07, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 2-4 are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.

Tue, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.

Canceled

Samurai: An Introduction to Japanese Swordspersonship

Tue, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville

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, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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

Explore Japanese swordspersonship & learn about Japan's oldest surviving martial art & the Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu. Please register.

Wed, May 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Caregiver & Coffee Hour

Wed, May 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. Storytime attendance is not required.

Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)

Wed, May 08, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, May 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 registration!

This event is full

Wed, May 08, 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! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara

Wed, May 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 bring along a project you're already working on!

Teen: Puzzle Night Relay

Wed, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Speed your way through different jigsaw puzzles and complete challenges along the way!

Wed, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join the Page Turners as we discuss I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara. Books are available at the St. John Circulation Desk.

Teen Card Making

Wed, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Calling all teens, ages 12-18! Embrace your creativity by making a card for a friend, family or yourself. Supplies and ideas will be provided.

Teen Cartoon School

Wed, May 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 drawing techniques and make friends with your fellow cartoonists!

Wed, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Library - Children's Department

All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs.

All Ability: Flower Bookmarks

Wed, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room

Teens get volunteer hours! Help plan programs and projects at the library. Interested teens, ages 11 - 17, can attend. Zoom available. Please register.

Wed, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

This month we will be making bookmarks with pressed flowers! Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

Crafting with Corie (FEE)

Wed, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Thu, May 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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

Paper crafter Corie Kaz will host a series of classes on how to make various paper crafts. This class costs $10.00 to attend and includes most necessary materials. Please bring your own glue.

Thu, May 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 company of others.

Thu, May 09, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Thu, May 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as gm.

Upcycle Crafts: Button Art

Thu, May 09, 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.

Canceled

Fri, May 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville

Come make easy and beautiful art using buttons and cereal boxes.

Speedcubing

Fri, May 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Join us as we speed solve Rubik's Cube puzzles. All skill levels are welcome. Rubik's Cubes are supplied.

Building Blocks to Literacy

Sat, May 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

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 Board Game League

Sat, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Like board games? So do we! Come on in and join us for a fun-filled game session. We provide the games...you provide the energy!

Bingo at the Library!

Sat, May 11, 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.

Teen Trivia Night

Sat, May 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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

Join us for a night of trivia! This game will feature trivia questions on music. Test your knowledge and win a prize! Ages 11-17. Must register first and bring a device for Kahoot to answer questions.

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Awareness - Presented by Linda Curley and the Alzheimer’s Association

Mon, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.

Mon, May 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

A series of four programs hosted by Linda Curely of Purdue University designed to help with early detection, support, and assistance for those with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.

Mon, May 13, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

My Father's Brothers

Mon, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

During a routine patrol in the jungles of Vietnam, a platoon of US soldiers stumbles upon a much larger enemy force. The platoon is savagely attacked as they wait for the possibility for rescue.

Dirty Thirty by Janet Evanovich - Mystery Loves Company

Mon, May 13, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Preschoolers are invited to this storytime program where they will have an opportunity to practice early literacy skills. Please register all attendees!

Mon, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion! Stephanie Plum, a bounty hunter, is offered an assignment that seems simple until it isn't.

Mon, May 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 must register.

Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6

Mon, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

In this program, children (grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project.

Mon, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime program for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas!

Adults Get Crafty: Diamond Art

Mon, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Due to popular demand, we will once again be working on Diamond Art - this time in sticker form! Please register.

Mon, May 13, 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.

Teen Anime Club

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Are you a fan of anime or manga? If so, come to our monthly Teen Anime Club to find new anime to watch. We watch 3-4 episodes of your choosing each month. Ages 12-18.

Teen Book Tea

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room,Munster Zoom Room

Teens let's spill about books! Each month we'll read and talk about a different book. In May we are reading American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang. Pick up books @ Munster Branch.

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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 multiple games. Registration is required. Ages 12 - 18

Teen Drawing/Writing

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Come on in and express your creativity through writing and/or drawing.

Travel Film: Istanbul

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's travel film about Istanbul. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregivers, will enjoy storytime, which involves 30 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, stories and a craft. Please register all attendees!

This event is full

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 11:15am

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

In this program, children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.

Tue, May 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 literacy skills.

Tue, May 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, music, and movement designed to help support early literacy skills.

This event is full

Paint'n Time

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!

Sensory Play: Session 1

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Kids, birth to 5 years old, can stop in for an hour of play with sensory supporting toys and play areas. Please register every child, teen, and adult that plans to attend the program.

Tue, May 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 skills. In person craft time will follow the storytime.

Tue, May 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, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Tue, May 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, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Tue, May 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Homeschool teens are invited to get together for fun activities. In May we'll celebrate the coming of Summer with Nintendo Switch games and crafts. Please register.

The Last Confessions of Sylvia P. by Lee Kravetz - Circle of Readers Book Discussion

Tue, May 14, 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 program is for kids 4 to 6 years of age and their caregivers.

Tue, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room B

Join us for a book discussion. Our Circle of Readers will be discussing The Last Confessions of Sylvia P. by Lee Kravetz.

Sensory Play: Session 2

Tue, May 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Hobart - Children's Program Room

Kids, birth to 5 years old, can stop in for an hour of play with sensory supporting toys and play areas. Please register every child, teen, and adult that plans to attend the program.

All Ability: Wind Chimes - Ages 16 and Over

Tue, May 14, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Create a unique wind chime perfect for warm spring & summer breezes. Registration is required! Must be 16 or older. All Ability programs are geared to adults with special needs.

Teen Alphabet Club - GSA/LGBTQ+ Teens & Allies Support and Discussion Group

Tue, May 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.

Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - Presented by Purdue Extension

Wed, May 15, 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 company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.

Wed, May 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

Presented by Linda Curley, of Purdue Extension, this session will inform on early warning signs for Alzheimer's disease. Please register.

Wed, May 15, 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 4-5.

Wed, May 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 bring along a project you're already working on!

Wed, May 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Teens, ages 12-18, are invited to help the Griffith branch create projects and come up with teen programs. As a member of TAB, volunteer hours can be earned. Snacks provided.

Kids Club: Ages 6-12

Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Children's Programming Room

Children, ages 6-12, are invited to this program where they will learn to make a craft!

This event is full

LEGO® Night

Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting 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 displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Training

Wed, May 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.

Teen Rainbow Club

Wed, May 15, 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, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hobart - Programming Room

Teens, ages 11-17, can earn volunteer hours by helping out during our summer reading program! Attend one of our training sessions to sign up and learn how you can help! Please register.

Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation

Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Teens ages, 11 to 17, can earn volunteer hours during our Summer Reading Program! Attend a training meeting for details. Teens must attend ONE meeting.

Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford

Wed, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A

Join us for a discussion of "The Many Daughters of Afong Moy" by Jamie Ford.

The Maltese Falcon - Classic Film

Wed, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Children's Programming Room

Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.

This event is full

Crafters' Gathering

Thu, May 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 with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.

Thu, May 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm

St. John - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this month's classic film, The Maltese Falcon. Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.

Thu, May 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 company of others.

Thu, May 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 enhance important pre-literacy skills.

Thu, May 16, 10:30am - 11:15am

Highland - Children's Programming Room

This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that support pre-reading skills for kids 4 - 6.

One-On-One: Tech Help

Thu, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Thu, May 16, 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 technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.

Life Skills 101 (Grades K-5) - Organization

Thu, May 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 take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.

Thu, May 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Merrillville - Children's Programming Room

Life is hard enough on its own, join us as we touch on some common skills not everyone may know.