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Upcoming Events

Rescheduled

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Fri, May 24, 9:00am - 3:30pm

New date Friday, August 09, 9:00am - 3:30pm

Hobart

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a comprehensive course using a blended model with about 2 hours of online coursework to be finished... more

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a comprehensive course using a blended model with about 2 hours of online coursework to be finished BEFORE the class. Registration is required and will end on May 20.

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Upcycle Crafts: Button Art

Fri, May 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

New date Friday, May 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Merrillville

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

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

Fri, May 24, 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... more

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.

Power Paws for Kids

Sat, May 25, 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.

Kids Chess Open Play: Ages 6-18

Sat, May 25, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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

Children are welcome to come and open play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!

The Awful Truth

Sat, May 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

A married couple begins divorce proceedings, while they each try to undermine each other's attempts to find new romance. Runtime: 91... more

A married couple begins divorce proceedings, while they each try to undermine each other's attempts to find new romance. Runtime: 91 minutes.

Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Orientation

Sat, May 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

Teens ages 14 years old & up who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all... more

Teens ages 14 years old & up who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all volunteers must have an application & waiver signed by a parent.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, May 28, 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,... 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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Storytime: Ages 4-6

Tue, May 28, 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.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, May 28, 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,... 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 support early literacy skills.

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Paint'n Time

Tue, May 28, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

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

Storytime: Ages 2-3

Tue, May 28, 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.

New Parent Meet Up

Tue, May 28, 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... more

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.

Coffee & Coloring

Tue, May 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee & tea while getting creative with no pressure for... more

Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee & tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.

Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Orientation

Tue, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Teens, ages 14 - 17, who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all... more

Teens, ages 14 - 17, who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all volunteers must have an application signed by a parent.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months

Tue, May 28, 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,... 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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Storytime: Ages 4-6

Tue, May 28, 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... more

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.

The River of Doubt by Candice Millard - Fact or Fiction Book Club

Tue, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "The River of Doubt" by Candice Millard. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.

Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini - Virtual Between the Lines Book Discussion

Tue, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Dyer-Schererville Zoom Room

The Virtual Between the Lines Book Club reads "Switchboard Soldiers" by Jennifer Chiaverini. Books for this discussion can be picked up... more

The Virtual Between the Lines Book Club reads "Switchboard Soldiers" by Jennifer Chiaverini. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event

Teen: Adventurers Wanted!

Tue, May 28, 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",... more

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.

LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)

Tue, May 28, 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.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Tue, May 28, 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... 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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Calumet Astronomical Society

Tue, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

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

Citizenship Classes

Wed, May 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Merrillville - Meeting Room C

This class aims to help adults prepare to take the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS office.

Off the Hook

Wed, May 29, 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... more

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.

Crochet @ Your Library

Wed, May 29, 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!

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Teen Advisory Board

Wed, May 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Merrillville

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

Grown Up Game Night

Wed, May 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 Wii and Switch.

Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Orientation

Wed, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Teens, ages 14 - 17, who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all... more

Teens, ages 14 - 17, who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all volunteers must have an application signed by a parent.

Thursday Threaders

Thu, May 30, 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.

One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology

Thu, May 30, 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... 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.

Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini - Between the Lines Book Discussion

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

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

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "Switchboard Soldiers" by Jennifer Chiaverini. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the... more

The Between the Lines Book Club reads "Switchboard Soldiers" by Jennifer Chiaverini. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.

Genealogy Class: Burial Information - Websites and Strategy

Thu, May 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A,Merrillville Zoom Room

This class will cover websites that provide access to burials in cemeteries. Learn strategies and tools to uncover death and burial... more

This class will cover websites that provide access to burials in cemeteries. Learn strategies and tools to uncover death and burial information to enhance your genealogy research.

Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Training

Thu, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Teens, 11 to 17 years old, can earn volunteer hours during our Summer Reading Program! Attend one of the training meetings for more... more

Teens, 11 to 17 years old, can earn volunteer hours during our Summer Reading Program! Attend one of the training meetings for more details. Please register.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Thu, May 30, 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.

Air-Dry Clay Crafts

Thu, May 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Merrillville - Meeting Room A

Join us at the library to create a clay craft using air-dry clay.

Adult Craft Night: Tie Dye

Thu, May 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Munster - Large Meeting Room

Create tie dye shirts with us during our next adult craft night! Dye will be provided, but you must provide your own white 100% cotton... more

Create tie dye shirts with us during our next adult craft night! Dye will be provided, but you must provide your own white 100% cotton t-shirt. This time we'll learn how to make the bulls-eye pattern.

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Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Orientation

Fri, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room A

Teens ages 14 years old & up who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all... more

Teens ages 14 years old & up who wish to volunteer during the summer will receive training. Parents are not required to attend but all volunteers must have an application & waiver signed by a parent.

Stitch'n Time

Sat, Jun 01, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Hobart - Large Meeting Room

Adults and teens, please join us with your projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) to chat and stitch! Bring your... more

Adults and teens, please join us with your projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) to chat and stitch! Bring your supplies, and other attendees can instruct on crochet as needed.

Keep Me In Stitches

Sat, Jun 01, 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.

Acrylic Painting (FEE)

Sat, Jun 01, 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... more

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.

Summer Reading Kick Off!

Sat, Jun 01, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room

Join us for games, crafts, and a bubble dance party to help kick off Summer Reading!

Summer Reading Sign-Up Day!

Sat, Jun 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Munster Branch - Children's Department

Start your summer adventure and sign-up for our Summer Reading Program! Join in on a library scavenger hunt, make crafts and enter a... more

Start your summer adventure and sign-up for our Summer Reading Program! Join in on a library scavenger hunt, make crafts and enter a drawing for a cool prize. No registration needed.

Mushing Through Alaska!

Sat, Jun 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Highland - Meeting Room A

Learn what it's like to be a musher - meet three-time participant in the 1000-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Karen Land, and her... more

Learn what it's like to be a musher - meet three-time participant in the 1000-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Karen Land, and her Alaskan husky, Noggin! Space is limited, registration is a must.

Teen Summer Reading Kickoff

Sat, Jun 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm

St. John Branch - Patio

Teens are invited to kickoff our summer reading program with an outdoor celebration. We’ll have sidewalk chalk, games, snacks, and... more

Teens are invited to kickoff our summer reading program with an outdoor celebration. We’ll have sidewalk chalk, games, snacks, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Creative Arts Summit

Sat, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Main Level

To kick off the summer, we're hosting our 3rd annual Creative Arts Summit, showcasing local creators-- from painters to writers to... more

To kick off the summer, we're hosting our 3rd annual Creative Arts Summit, showcasing local creators-- from painters to writers to craft-makers & more. Come see what our community has to offer!!

Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration!

Sat, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lake Station-New Chicago - Large Meeting Room

Families are invited to join us at the Lake Station-New Chicago Library for games, activities, crafts and treats to kick off Summer... more

Families are invited to join us at the Lake Station-New Chicago Library for games, activities, crafts and treats to kick off Summer Reading 2024!

Wonka (2023) - An Adventure Movie Experience

Sat, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Hobart - Programming Room

We will have a chocolate adventure watching this matinee film while munching on popcorn and candy and drinking coffee, lemonade, or... more

We will have a chocolate adventure watching this matinee film while munching on popcorn and candy and drinking coffee, lemonade, or water. Rated PG; 112 minute runtime.

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