More About Read Up an Appetite: Free Lunches for Kids & Teens at Merrillville Branch Library
Join us for lunch any time between 12 and 1 PM. Anyone ages 1-17 can eat for free. For adults 18 and older, lunches are $5.50, cash only. Everyone is eligible! No ID or proof of residence required. Walk-ins welcome
Date & Time
June 30, 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location
Merrillville Branch
1919 W. 81st Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
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