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Library Events for Kids & Teens September 2019
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Library Closed on Labor Day The library is closed on Monday, September 2, for the Labor Day holiday.
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Library Renovation Begins September 3 Phase 2 of the library renovation project begins September 3! This phase will include the creation of small group study rooms, a small conference room, an expanded public computer lab with new equipment, a renovated Indiana Room, a refreshed Learning Center, new lounge seating and tables with data and electrical drops, new end panels, and new carpeting. During construction, many services for adults will be limited. From September 3 through mid-October, adult fiction, non-fiction, and reference materials will not be available. All items checked out before September 3 will have a due date of October 14. The reference desk and a limited number of computer stations will be relocated temporarily to the Meeting Room. Tutoring/literacy, interlibrary loan, Homebound Services, proctoring, and the resume/job application program will be temporarily unavailable during the first stage of construction. Some services may return as construction progresses. Please check back for more details. The library building may close for a short period of time while carpeting is completed in the front lobby. Please consult the library's website/social media for closure information. We thank you for your patience and understanding!
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Makerspace Open Lab Hours
Thursdays, September 5, 12, & 26, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Makerspace
Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO WeDo, Micro Bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, and more! For kids ages 6 - 18. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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Tuesday Afternoon Story Time
Tuesdays, September 10, 17 & 24, 1:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
Enjoy stories, songs, activities, crafts and more with the Story Time Crew! This program is for children ages birth - 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Please arrive a few minutes early to receive a name tag for your child.
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Wednesday Morning Story Time
Wednesdays, September 11, 18 & 25, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room
Enjoy stories, songs, activities, crafts and more with the Story Time Crew! This program is for children ages birth - 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Please arrive a few minutes early to receive a name tag for your child.
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Pokemon Go Community Day
Sunday, September 15, 11 AM - 2 PM (Library opens at 1 PM)
Library
Celebrate Pokemon Go Community Day every month at the library Pokemon gym! The featured Pokemon for the August Community Day will be Ralts. There will be Pokemon-themed giveaways while supplies last. Call Jonathan at 219-873-3045 for more information.
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Tinkercad
Tuesday, September 17, 4:00 pm
Makerspace
Registration required. Design, remix, and explore your creativity with Tinkercad! Tinkercad is a free online collection of software tools that help people all over the world think, create, and make. This session is for children ages 10-18 and is an introduction to anyone that is curious about, or interested in, 3D design, art, and printing. No prior experience necessary. Registered participants will get a 3D print of their creations. MCPL 3-D printing rules apply. Register at the Youth Services desk or call 219-873-3045 for more info. Space is limited. Printing fee waived for this program.
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Fall Craft
Thursday, September 26, 3:30 pm
Youth Services
Join us for a fun fall craft. Ages 4 years & up, accompanied by an adult. All material provided. Child must be present to receive craft supplies.
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Graphic Novel Club: The Giver by Lois Lowry
Thursday, September 26, 5:00 pm
Youth Services
Join our Graphic Novel Club for ages 13-18. What happens when a young boy discovers the harsh realities of his seemingly utopian society? Join us this month as we read and discuss The Giver, one of the most influential novels of our time, now in graphic format! Stop by Youth Services for more information.
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Creative Coding with Micro:bit
Sunday, September 29, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Makerspace
Advance registration required. This physical computing workshop is an introduction to coding with the Micro:bit microcontroller. Children will explore the Micro:bit with fun, creative projects using Microsoft MakeCode, cardboard, and other craft materials. For children ages 9 and up. For more info, call the Youth Services desk at 219-873-3045.
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Youth Services
Check out the library events, services, and programs offered for kids ages birth through 18.
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NoveList K-8 Plus
Expert reading recommendations from NoveList help younger readers find just the right book. NoveList K-8 Plus includes fiction and nonfiction titles. Find book recommendations based on authors, titles, series, genre, or subject areas. Also includes book reviews, picture book extenders, book discussion guides, book talks, award winners, Lexile reading levels, & more! Log in with your library card number. Don’t have a library card? Sign up now to get an eCard.
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Homework Helper
Links to sites to help you with your homework, covering math, science, reading, writing, social studies, art, and more.
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1,000 Books before Kindergarten
Register at any time for this free program designed to promote language development and a love of reading in young children. Your child will receive a special surprise (choice of an age-appropriate book or CD) for each set of 100 books that are read to them (or that they read on their own). For children ages birth through entering kindergarten.
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Library Catalog
Look up books and other materials, place items on hold, and more.
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Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street Michigan City, Indiana 46360 219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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