Lake County Public Library
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Thursday March 28 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
I Love You Again
Join us for this month's classic film, I Love You Again. Runtime: 1hr 40 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
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Thursday March 28 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
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 March 28 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
For this storytime babies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.
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Thursday March 28 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
All Ability: Hangout
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.
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Thursday March 28 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Sensory Storytime: Session 1
Join us as we read a story and enjoy sensory supporting stations of play. Space is limited. Please register every child and adult attending.
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Thursday March 28 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Oral History Workshop
Author and artist Samuel Love will lead a free 6 week workshop series about developing and executing oral history projects. This workshop series is designed for ages 65+ but is open to all.
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Thursday March 28 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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 March 28 11:15am - 12:30pm CDT
Two Nights in Lisbon
The Between the Lines Book Club reads "Two Nights in Lisbon" by Chris Pavone. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.
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Thursday March 28 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Genealogy Class: Finding 19th Century Ancestors on Fold3
Ever get confused on Fold3? Learn what records are available for your 19th-century military ancestors there, and pick up some search strategies to narrow down what youâre looking for.
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Thursday March 28 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Rosie Walsh's "The Love of My Life." Copies are available at the Munster branch.
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Thursday March 28 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Sensory Storytime: Session 2
Join us as we read a story and enjoy sensory supporting stations of play. Space is limited. Please register every child and adult attending.
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Thursday March 28 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
An outreach coordinator from the Food Bank of NWI will be at the library to provide information about SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and show patrons how to apply for SNAP benefits.
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Thursday March 28 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Board Meeting
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees
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Thursday March 28 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Adult Craft Night: Spring Cleaning!
Did you miss out on an adult craft in 2023? Did you like something so much that you would like to do it again? Help us clean up a bit in this craft! We'll have honey jars, tie dye, wreaths, and more!
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Thursday March 28 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
PJ Storytime
Join us for bedtime stories and songs. Wear your favorite pajamas and sing along to some lullabies. PJs are encouraged but not required.
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Friday March 29 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Mario Kart Tournament
Join us for a Mario Kart Tournament! Winner gets a prize. Must Register. Ages 11-17.
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Monday April 1 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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 April 1 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
10 Warning Signs: Alzheimer's Awareness
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.
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Monday April 1 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Book Club: The Next Chapter
Four best friends take their book club to Italy for the fun girls trip they never had. However, their relaxing vacation turns into a once-in-a-lifetime cross-country adventure. PG-13; 107mins.
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Monday April 1 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
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Monday April 1 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
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 April 1 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Teen Advisory Board
Earn volunteer hours and help the St. John Branch create teen programs, displays, and more! Refreshments will be served. Grades 6-12. Please register.
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Monday April 1 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Teen Chess Club
Teens in 6th-12th grades are invited to join the Chess Club. Please register and bring your own board.
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Monday April 1 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Teen Anime Club
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.
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Monday April 1 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Financial Literacy Month
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.
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Tuesday April 2 10:15am - 10:45am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
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Tuesday April 2 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
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 April 2 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Travel Film: Prague
Join us for this month's travel film about Prague. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
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 April 2 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is not required.
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Tuesday April 2 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
In this program babies and toddlers, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
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Tuesday April 2 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-5
During this themed storytime children, 4 and 5 years old, will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.
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Tuesday April 2 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration Required.
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Tuesday April 2 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
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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Wednesday April 3 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Free Infant CPR Instruction
Red Cross certified CPR instructors will provide free training for Lake County residents on CPR with emphasis on CPR for babies.
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Wednesday April 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Off the Hook
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.
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Wednesday April 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Create Your Own Greeting Card
The Basement Bunch with Debbie Rodriguez will be hosting a series of classes on how to make greeting cards.
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Wednesday April 3 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
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 April 3 5:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Bilingual Storytime
Families can join for stories in Spanish and English!
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Wednesday April 3 5:30pm - 7:45pm CDT
Solar Eclipse Pre-Celebration with Apollo 13 (1995)
Come watch the Tom Hank's starring movie about returning to Earth from the moon and learn some facts about the April 8th Solar Eclipse.
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Wednesday April 3 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
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.
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Wednesday April 3 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Advisory Board
Teens get volunteer hours! In April, bring a friend & get an extra volunteer hour! Interested teens, ages 11 - 17, can attend. Zoom available. Please register.
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Thursday April 4 10:15am - 10:45am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Crafters' Gathering
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.
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
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 April 4 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Oral History Workshop
Author and artist Samuel Love will lead a free 6 week workshop series about developing and executing oral history projects. This workshop series is designed for ages 65+ but is open to all.
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-6
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
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Thursday April 4 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Homeschool Hangout
Elementary aged homeschool students are invited to join us for a unique art or STEM project each month.
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Thursday April 4 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
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.
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Thursday April 4 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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 April 4 11:15am - 11:45am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 Months
This half hour lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development.
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Thursday April 4 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Space themed program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities.
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Thursday April 4 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
No Plan B by Lee Child and Andrew Child
Join the discussion of No Plan B, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for April. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.
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Thursday April 4 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest: Ages: 8-12
Join us on our journey: Heroes of Sol'an, 5th edition family friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign for preteens. New players welcome.
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Thursday April 4 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen: Eclipse Anime & Cartoons
Watch some anime episodes and discuss dramatic eclipses before seeing (a likely less dramatic) one yourself on April 8th!
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Thursday April 4 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Yoga & Breathing
Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.
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Thursday April 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Power Paws for Kids
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.
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Saturday April 6 9:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Stitch'n Time
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.
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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 April 6 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Acrylic Painting (FEE)
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.
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Family Storytime
Stories, fingerplays, music, related activities and a craft are all included in this storytime for children and their family members.
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Saturday April 6 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Reading to the Dogs
In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.
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Saturday April 6 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Elevator Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
You are cordially invited to join us in celebrating the installation of the new elevator at the Hobart Branch of Lake County Public Library. Light refreshments will be served.