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Wednesday May 29 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Classes
This class aims to help adults prepare to take the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS office.
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Wednesday May 29 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 May 29 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 May 29 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grown Up Game Night
Join us for a game night for the grown ups. We will have board games and the Nintendo Wii and Switch.
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Wednesday May 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Orientation
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.
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Thursday May 30 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 May 30 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 May 30 11:15am - 12:30pm CDT
Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini
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.
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Thursday May 30 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Genealogy Class: Burial Information
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.
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Thursday May 30 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Training
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.
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Thursday May 30 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Thursday May 30 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Air-Dry Clay Crafts
Join us at the library to create a clay craft using air-dry clay.
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Thursday May 30 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Adult Craft Night: Tie Dye
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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Friday May 31 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Orientation
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.
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Saturday June 1 9:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Stitch'n Time
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.
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Saturday June 1 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 June 1 10:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Summer Reading Kick Off!
Join us for games, crafts, and a bubble dance party to help kick off Summer Reading!
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Saturday June 1 10:00am - 4:00pm CDT
Summer Reading Sign-Up Day!
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.
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Saturday June 1 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Mushing Through Alaska!
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.
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Saturday June 1 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Teen Summer Reading Kickoff
Teens are invited to kickoff our summer reading program with an outdoor celebration. Weâll have sidewalk chalk, games, snacks, and more! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
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Saturday June 1 12:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Creative Arts Summit
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!!
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Saturday June 1 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration!
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!
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Saturday June 1 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Wonka (2023) - An Adventure Movie Experience
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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Monday June 3 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Class
This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.
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Monday June 3 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 June 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Up
Families are welcome to bring a picnic-style lunch and enjoy a movie at the library each Monday during Summer Reading. Rated PG; 96 minute runtime.
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Monday June 3 1:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Strange World
Bring the whole family! The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members can move around, talk, and sing. Snacks are welcome! Rated PG; 102 minute runtime.
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Monday June 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3
Join the Portokalos family as they travel to a family reunion in Greece. 92 min runtime; rated PG-13.
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Monday June 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Summer Reading Has Begun!
Patrons of all ages are invited to register for Summer Reading and take cheesy tourist photos with our green screen. Reading Program registration is open all summer long.
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Monday June 3 2:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)
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 June 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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 June 3 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 June 3 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 June 3 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 June 3 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Adventure Journaling
Record your summer of adventures by journaling! You can submit (2) photos to [email protected] the week prior, and we will print them in color for you to add that personal touch.
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Monday June 3 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Monday June 3 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 June 3 6:00pm - 7:15pm CDT
Teen Advisory Board, LEGO®, and Board Game Night
Inviting teens, ages 12-18, to TAB, LEGO®, and Board Game Night. Play games and help plan upcoming teen programs for the Highland branch. Registration required. Snacks will be provided.
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Monday June 3 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Advisory Board
Teens get volunteer hours! Help plan programs and projects at the library. Interested teens, ages 11 - 17, can attend. Zoom available. Please register.
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Tuesday June 4 10:00am - 3:30pm CDT
AARP Smart Driving Course (Fee)
Learn defensive driving techniques, safety strategies, new traffic laws and rules of the road. $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members. To register, call Jeanette Pike of AARP at 219-949-6307. Â
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Tuesday June 4 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 June 4 10:15am - 10:45am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 MonthsÂ
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 June 4 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Travel Film: Vatican City
Join us for this month's travel film about Vatican City. Runtime: 60 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
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Tuesday June 4 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, music, and a craft that teaches early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
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Tuesday June 4 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
This is a storytime for children ages 2 & 3, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all children and adults attending.
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Tuesday June 4 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 June 4 11:00am - 11:50am 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 June 4 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 June 4 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 MonthsÂ
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 June 4 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-5
During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds 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 June 4 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Toddler Play Session
Children ages 2-4 are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.
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Tuesday June 4 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Nutrition Education Program for Kids
CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health): Learn about physical activity, healthy food choices and enjoy a free snack and gift each week. Ages 8-13. Parents may attend as well. Lesson: 30 minutes.
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Tuesday June 4 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Let's Get Crafty! Cross Stitching for Tweens: Ages 8-13
Join us for this series of cross-stitch events. Learn some basic stitching skills and make a fun project! Registration is required.
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Tuesday June 4 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Teen Crafternoons
Join us every other Tuesday to try out a new craft or art project, June 4 - July 30! All supplies provided. Please register.
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Tuesday June 4 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Anime Adventures
Join us to watch episodes of shounen and adventure anime.
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Tuesday June 4 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Karaoke Afternoon
Join us for the first Teen Afternoon Karaoke at the Dyer-Schererville library! Sing to your heart's content and have fun! Must register first. Ages 11-17.
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Tuesday June 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Financial Literacy Classes
Join us to learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.
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Wednesday June 5 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Mark's Ark
All ages are invited to join us for a wild animal show! Mark will bring an assortment of animals to teach us about his amazing critters! Event will be held at Hobart Community Center!
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Wednesday June 5 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Classes
This class aims to help adults prepare to take the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS office.
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Wednesday June 5 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 June 5 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Mark's Ark
All ages are invited to join us for a wild animal show! Mark will bring an assortment of animals into the library and teach us about his amazing critters!
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Wednesday June 5 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Enviromobile: ReUz It Craft (Grades K-5)
Come make a fun craft out of recycled materials with the folks from the Enviromobile! Space is limited, everyone must be registered to attend.
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Wednesday June 5 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Enviromobile Presents: ReUz It Craft
Students will explore creative ways to reuse items that would have otherwise been thrown away or recycled.
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Wednesday June 5 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Let's Get Crafty!
Learn how to make paper fortune tellers and use them to craft an adventure story.
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Wednesday June 5 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Science Heroes: "Adventure of the Lost Treasure"
Join us as we kick off our Summer Reading Program with the Science Heroes Interactive S.T.E.M. Show! Please register each child and adult that will be attending!
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Wednesday June 5 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Mark's Ark
All ages are invited to join us for a wild animal show! Mark will bring animals into the library and teach us about his amazing critters! Young children should be accompanied by an adult
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Wednesday June 5 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Edible Landfill
Teens (11-17 years old) will learn about the important design and construction of a landfill by making their own edible version. Must register.
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Wednesday June 5 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 June 5 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 June 5 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Bubble Tea
Teens will learn to make their own bubble tea in a variety of flavors! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
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Wednesday June 5 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Genealogy Basics
Dr. Eric Stumpf will present the basics of genealogy as you begin your journey tracking your family's history.
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Thursday June 6 10:15am - 11:00am 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 June 6 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 June 6 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 June 6 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. Please register each child and adult planning to attend.
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Thursday June 6 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Incredible Journey
A hands-on look at the water cycle with the Lake County SWCD. Children will roll the dice to travel the world as a water molecule and make a bracelet to commemorate their journey.
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Thursday June 6 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 June 6 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 June 6 11:15am - 12:00pm 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 June 6 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
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Thursday June 6 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Living in the Dunes - Animal Adventures: Ages 6 - 11
Save the Dunes presents âAnimals & Ecosystemsâ, an educational journey of the biodiversity & beauty of the Indiana Dunes & the critters who call the dunes home. Registration is required.
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Thursday June 6 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Demystifying Senior Living: Choosing the Right Path for You
Tamara Kruse of Elderwerks Educational Services will explain different aging options as well as the different levels and costs of care throughout the continuum of Senior Living. Â Â
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Thursday June 6 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Going Rogue by Janet Evanovich
Join the discussion of Going Rogue: Rise and Shine Twenty-nine, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for June. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.
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Thursday June 6 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Thriller Thursday: Hunt a Killer Mystery Game
Embrace your inner sleuth and work to solve a mystery using a Hunt a Killer Moon mystery set. Each session will feature a new goal.
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Thursday June 6 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Thursday June 6 6:00pm - 8:15pm CDT
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 June 6 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.
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Thursday June 6 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
The Noteables Choral group
Welcome to an evening of entertainment provided by the NWI Choral group, The Noteables. This special event is sponsored by the LCPL Foundation. Please register.
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Friday June 7 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Teen Canvas Painting
Teens are invited to create a summer night canvas painting. All supplies will be provided. Must register.
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Friday June 7 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark
Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday, a different family film will be shown.
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Friday June 7 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Friday Family Movie
Children of all ages and their families are invited to the library for some movie fun. Join us every Friday for old favorites as well as new titles.
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Friday June 7 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Homeward Bound
The whole family can enjoy a fun movie at the library! Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required.
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Friday June 7 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Muppet Treasure Island
The Muppets set sail in search of treasure. Inspired by the novel "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson. Runtime: 100 mins; rated G.
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Friday June 7 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Speedcubing
Join us as we speed solve Rubik's Cube puzzles. All skill levels are welcome. Rubik's Cubes are supplied.
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Saturday June 8 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Family Storytime
Stories, fingerplays, music, related activities and a craft are all included in this storytime for children, ages birth through 5 years old, and their families.
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Saturday June 8 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
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 June 8 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Board Game League
Like board games? So do we! Come on in and join us for a fun-filled game session. We provide the games...you provide the energy!
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Saturday June 8 2:30pm - 4:45pm CDT
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)
We will have a magical adventure watching this matinee film while munching on popcorn and candy and drinking coffee, lemonade, or water. Rated PG-13; 134 minute runtime.