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Friday September 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Research Ancestors of Color with Renate Yarborough Sanders
Join genealogist Renate Yarborough Sanders in learning how to research ancestors of color, including formerly enslaved and free people of color.
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Friday September 20 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Meet the Cube
Join us as we explore the exciting world of Rubik's Cubes! In this fun hour-long session, you'll get the chance to learn how to solve the first layer of the Rubik's Cube.
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Saturday September 21 9:00am - 9:30am CDT
Storytime in the Park
Young children and their families are invited to join us at Woodland Park for a storytime with books, songs, rhymes, and a guided tour through the on-site Story Walk.
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Saturday September 21 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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 September 21 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
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.
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Saturday September 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Virtual: Livestream Author Talk Liane Moriarty
Join a livestream chat with author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment.
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Monday September 23 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Class
This programs aims to help prepare adults to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS.
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Monday September 23 11:00am - 3:15pm CDT
AARP Smart Driving Course
Learn defensive driving techniques, safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road. $15 for AARP members; $20 for non-members. To register, call Jeanette Pike of AARP at 219-949-6307.
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Monday September 23 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 September 23 1:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Join us for a storytime for kids 4-5 years old, featuring stories, music and a craft, designed to help develop early literacy skills. Attendees must register.
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Monday September 23 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 September 23 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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.
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Morbid History With Lorrisa Julianus
Morbid History presented by award-winning filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus. Because youre just more interesting when youre dead!
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Tuesday September 24 10:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Study Hall at the Library
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.
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Tuesday September 24 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-6
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a take home craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
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Tuesday September 24 10:30am - 1:30pm CDT
Paint'n Time
Join us and bring your current painting projects/materials for an opportunity to chat and create!
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Tuesday September 24 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 September 24 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
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 September 24 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 September 24 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-5
This storytime is for children ages 4 and 5 and features books, songs, and a craft.
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Tuesday September 24 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Homeschool Hangout
Homeschoolers, come hang with your peers! Educational and social opportunities will be available.
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Tuesday September 24 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Coffee & Coloring
Relax via this coloring for adults open session. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea while getting creative with no pressure for perfection. Coloring materials provided.
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Tuesday September 24 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
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 September 24 11:30am - 11:50am 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 September 24 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-6
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.
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Tuesday September 24 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Killing the Witches by Bill O'Reilly
Join the Fact or Fiction Book Club in discussing "Killing the Witches: The Horror of Salem Massachusetts" by Bill O'Reilly. Copies are available at the Highland Branch.
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Tuesday September 24 4:00pm - 5:15pm CDT
Teen: Adventurers Wanted!
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.
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Tuesday September 24 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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Tuesday September 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Black Quilters: Hard Topics, Soft Blows
Join us for a free community event on the intersection of arts and history as Dr. Tony Jean Dickerson speaks about the history of black quilting. This program is thanks to a Indiana Humanities grant.
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Tuesday September 24 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Hammered Dulcimer Performance by Paul Horgash
Enjoy an evening of lively tunes from Paul Horgash featuring the hammered dulcimer. Please register each attendee.
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Wednesday September 25 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Class
This program aims to prepare adults to take the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS. Intermediate English level is required.
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Wednesday September 25 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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Wednesday September 25 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Caregivers & Coffee Hour
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our story time 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 September 25 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 September 25 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
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 September 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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 September 25 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
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 September 25 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 September 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
STEM Bridge Building Activity: Ages 6-12
In this activity, see if you can build a paper bridge to support 100 pennies!
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Wednesday September 25 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Teen Craft: Leaf Painting
Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to learn about different kinds of leaves and use them to paint! Bring any you find outside or use the ones our librarians have collected.
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Wednesday September 25 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Entry Level Photo Editing With Paint.NET
Interested in learning photo editing, but don't have any experience or the budget for expensive software? Join us to learn entry level photo editing skills with the free software Paint.NET.
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Wednesday September 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teens & Tweens Anime Club
Teens and Tweens are invited to watch episodes from an anime series. We'll also have art supplies along with a craft on hand if you want to draw, sketch, or get creative. Snacks will be provided.
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Wednesday September 25 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Art Club (Grades K-5)
Each week, we will explore a different famous artist and do a corresponding activity. This is a 5 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.
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Wednesday September 25 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Grown Up Game Night
Join us for a game night for the grown ups. We will have board games and the Nintendo Switch.
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Thursday September 26 10:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Study Hall at the Library
Join us at the library to work on assignments for school, read and socialize. The library has free WiFi available. All students are welcome. Students ages 12 and under need adult supervision.
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Thursday September 26 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 September 26 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 September 26 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Smart Phone Photography Workshop
Join us for a 90 minute workshop on how to navigate your phone camera to get the best pictures. Ginnie Lange from Ginnie Lange Photography will be presenting this workshop.Registration Required
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Thursday September 26 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Sensory Storytime
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 September 26 11:15am - 12:30pm CDT
Shadows of Berlin by David R. Gilham
The Between the Lines book discussion group will read "Shadows of Berlin" by David R. Gilham. Books for this discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event.
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Thursday September 26 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Genealogy Class: I've taken an Ancestry DNA Test, Now What?
Join us for a genealogy presentation. Angel Goins, retired IUN professor, will be our in house presenter.
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Thursday September 26 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Rebecca Makkai's "The Great Believers". Copies are available at the Munster branch.
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Thursday September 26 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Sensory Storytime
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 September 26 3:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Teen Thriller Thursday
Come solve a one-shot fictional mystery, "The Case of the Unfortunate Acrobat"! For ages 12-18.
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Thursday September 26 4:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Fall Craft: Recycled Carton Bird Feeder
Children, ages 4-10 years old, are invited to join us as we craft a bird feeder out of reused materials.
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Thursday September 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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 September 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teens & Tweens Gaming
A selection of board games (and snacks!) will be provided for you and fellow teens to play. A Nintendo Switch will be available with multiple games. Registration is required. For ages 10 - 18.
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Thursday September 26 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Board Meeting
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees
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Thursday September 26 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 September 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Children (Grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project!
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Thursday September 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Build a Monster
Families are invited to create a Halloween inspired decoration to take home. We will have building supplies on hand but participants are welcome to bring their own supplies also.
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Thursday September 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Adult Craft Night: Sugar Skulls
Come decorate sugar skulls with us at the next Adult Craft Night! We'll be working with royal frosting so things could get messy - dress appropriately!
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Friday September 27 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Adult Crafts: Paper & Felt Flowers
Learn several techniques for creating beautiful flowers out of paper and felt. Registration Required. Ages 18 and over.
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Friday September 27 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Comfort Reading With a Dog
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.
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Kids Chess Open Play: Ages 6-18
Children are welcome to come and open play chess in our meeting room! Chess boards will be provided if you don't have one!
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Yoga & Breathing
Join us for Yoga at the library! 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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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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 September 28 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bingo at the Library!
Join us at the library to play Bingo! All ages are welcome to play. Winners will be able to choose from a variety of small prizes.
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Monday September 30 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Class
This programs aims to help prepare adults to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS.
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Monday September 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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Monday September 30 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
The Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman
In 1910, a young girl works as a matchmaker in New York's Lower East Side. Two generations later, her granddaughter is a divorce attorney in Manhattan when she inherits her grandmother's journals.
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Monday September 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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Monday September 30 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Craft: Washi Tape
Several craft projects will be available to complete using Washi Tape. Snacks will be provided. Designed for teens, ages 12 - 18. Registration is required.
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Monday September 30 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 Switch.