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Thursday February 6 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson and Brian Sitts
Join the discussion of Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson and Brian Sitts, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for February. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.
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Thursday February 6 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Teen & Tween Homeschool Hangout: STEM
Youth (ages 10-17) are invited to register and attend this event where we will be doing various STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activities.
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Thursday February 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Teen Poetry Slam
We invite teens to explore and write poetry, collaborate with others, and perform your original works. Whether you're new to poetry or a seasoned writer, come share your voice!
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Thursday February 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Feed the Birds (Grades K-5)
Children, in grades K-5, will make a heart-shaped bird feeder, and other simple feeders, to help our wild feathered friends survive during the height of winter.
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Thursday February 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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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Thursday February 6 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest
Join us on our journey! This is a family friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign for preteens. We will be using Heroes of Sol'an - 5th edition. New players are welcome.
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Thursday February 6 5:30pm - 6:45pm CST
Teen Craft: No-Bake Chocolate Truffles
Come by to make and package no-bake chocolate truffles. You can give them away as a gift or eat them yourself - we won't tell!
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Thursday February 6 6:00pm - 8:15pm CST
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
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Thursday February 6 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
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Thursday February 6 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Power Paws for Kids
In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.
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Saturday February 8 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Keep Me In Stitches
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.
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Saturday February 8 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Craft Saturday: Sock Penguins
Make a stuffed penguin from socks, felt, and rice. No sewing skills needed. All materials will be provided.Space is limited. Registration is required.
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Saturday February 8 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Building Blocks to Literacy
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.
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Monday February 10 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.
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Monday February 10 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Citizenship Class
Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.
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Monday February 10 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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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Monday February 10 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone
Everyone in Ernie Cunningham's family has killed someone. Some of his family members are bad, some good and some are just unfortunate.
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Monday February 10 1:00pm - 1:45pm CST
Storytime: Ages 4-5
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.
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Monday February 10 1:00pm - 3:30pm CST
American Reckoning
An unsolved 1960s murder reveals an untold story of the civil rights movement and Black resistance. The film draws on footage filmed more than 50 years ago & follows one family's search for justice.
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Monday February 10 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
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.
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Monday February 10 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
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.
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Monday February 10 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Teen: 3D Pen Crafts Challenge
Take turns using a 3D pen to craft a larger design. Each participant will have a chance to work on the design.For ages 12-18.
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Monday February 10 5:30pm - 6:15pm CST
Pajama Storytime: Ages 2-6
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!
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Monday February 10 5:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Adults Get Crafty: Zines
Make a mini-zine to express yourself, your interests, or your hobbies.
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Monday February 10 5:30pm - 7:00pm CST
Teen Advisory Board & Game Night
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.
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Monday February 10 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Teen: Talking About Books
Do you enjoy reading? If so, then join our book club where we will talk about the book that you are currently reading or finished reading. Snacks will be served. Ages 12 18. Registration required.
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Monday February 10 6:00pm - 7:15pm CST
3rd Annual Letterpress Valentines (Grades K-5)
Letterpress printmaker Ida Short will be bringing her vintage presses to the library!
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Monday February 10 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Teen Candy Grams
Teens will learn to make candy grams they can gift to friends/family or keep for themselves! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
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Monday February 10 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
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Tuesday February 11 10:15am - 11:00am CST
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft.
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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Children will have fun developing early literary skills as they enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more.
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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 1:30pm CST
Paint'n Time
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!
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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Tech Class: Internet Basics
New to using the internet or want some extra practice? Join us for this small group class all about browsing the web! All supplies will be provided. Registration required.
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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to a storytime featuring age appropriate stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.
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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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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Tuesday February 11 10:30am - 11:15am CST
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
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Tuesday February 11 11:30am - 12:00pm CST
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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.
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Tuesday February 11 11:30am - 11:50am CST
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
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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Tuesday February 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Tuesday Time Out
Take a time out for some calming music, word puzzles, coloring sheets, & other relaxing activities.
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Tuesday February 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
The Cuban Heiress
Join us as our Circle of Readers discuss The Cuban Heiress by Chanel Cleeton.
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Tuesday February 11 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Teen and Tween: Minecraft Meet-Up
Come play Minecraft, uninterrupted, on our Raspberry Pi computers! For ages 8-18.
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Tuesday February 11 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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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Tuesday February 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
All Ability: DIY Photo Frame - Ages 18 and Over
Using wood hearts, paint & glue, make a giftable (or not) photo frame! All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Registration required.
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Tuesday February 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Teen Alphabet Club
We are proud to be hosting a support, education, & social space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. Teens (12-18) are welcome.
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Tuesday February 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Livestream Author Talk with Waubgeshig Rice
Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Waubgeshig Rice about Moon of the Turning Leaves and Dystopian Tropes.
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Wednesday February 12 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth 23 Months
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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Wednesday February 12 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Citizenship Class
Free citizenship classes to help prepare adults for the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS. Call 219-769-3541 ext.337 for more information.
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Wednesday February 12 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Toys will be available for children to play. Storytime attendance is not required.
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Wednesday February 12 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Off the Hook
Bring your current craft project and join in on the conversation!
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Wednesday February 12 1:30pm - 2:30pm CST
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
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Wednesday February 12 3:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Teen Gaming
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! Games and snacks provided. Ages 12-18.
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Wednesday February 12 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Kids Discovery Hour (Grades K-6)
Kids in grades K-6 are welcome to hang out in the children's room after school. Activities may include Lego, art projects, movies, and more! No registration required.
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Wednesday February 12 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Teen Rock Art
Paint, design, and decorate your very own rocks with vibrant colors, intricate patterns, or whatever your imagination allows. Teens, join us to express yourself and make keepsakes to take home!
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Wednesday February 12 4:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Crochet @ Your Library
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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Wednesday February 12 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
Valentine Crafting Party
Children of all ages and their families are invited to come craft home made valentines! All supplies included.
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Wednesday February 12 5:30pm - 6:45pm CST
The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff
Join the Page Turners Book Discussion as we discuss The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff. Books are available at the circulation desk.Please register.
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Wednesday February 12 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Teen Cartoon School
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!
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Wednesday February 12 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Craft Club (K-6)
Want to do a craft? Come make awesome things with different materials every month that you can take home and enjoy.
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Wednesday February 12 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Power Paws for Kids
All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs!
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Wednesday February 12 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST
All Ability: DIY Keychains
This month we will be making DIY acrylic keychains! Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
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Thursday February 13 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Thursday Threaders
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.
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Thursday February 13 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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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Thursday February 13 1:30pm - 2:15pm CST
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Join us for a storytime program featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and an in person craft that teach pre-reading/reading skills. This program is for kids 4-6 years of age and their caregivers.
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Thursday February 13 2:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Hobby Hour
Don't have the space at home for your hobby? Bring it to our meeting room and have your table to work on (more if less people attend). This will be every 2nd Thursday for 2 hours.
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Thursday February 13 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Children in grades K-5 may free build with the library's LEGO® bricks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.
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Thursday February 13 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Teen Advisory Board
Teens (ages 12-17) are invited to become part of the Teen Advisory Board.We will be discussing plans for a Book club and Summer Reading. Help shape programming at the branch and earn volunteer hours.
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Thursday February 13 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
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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Thursday February 13 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teens are invited to play in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign with one of our librarians as game master!
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Thursday February 13 6:00pm - 8:15pm CST
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
D&D comes to the Munster Branch Library! Join our campaign for Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk and get to the bottom of what is plaguing the town of Phandalin.
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Thursday February 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
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Friday February 14 1:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Mahjong Open Play: Ages 18 & Over
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.
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Friday February 14 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Teen and Tween Speedcubing: Ages 8-17
Join us as we speed-solve the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be supplied at the program. Feel free to bring your own!
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Saturday February 15 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Knitting & Crochet Club
Bring your yarn, hooks and needles from home and join us to knit and crochet with fellow crafters while working on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome.
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Saturday February 15 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Building Blocks to Literacy
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.
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Saturday February 15 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Power Paws for Kids
Children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer.
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Saturday February 15 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Craft and Chat
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.