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Thursday May 16 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 May 16 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
The Maltese Falcon
Join us for this month's classic film, The Maltese Falcon. Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins. Light refreshments will be served. Please register.
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Thursday May 16 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 16 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 May 16 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-6
This is a storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and a craft that support pre-reading skills for kids 4 - 6.
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Thursday May 16 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 16 11:00am - 11:30am 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 take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
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Thursday May 16 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
One-On-One: Tech Help
Register for this session to receive individualized tech help.
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Thursday May 16 12:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Friends of LCPL Furniture Sale
The Friends of LCPL will be hosting a library furniture sale with an assortment of tables, chairs, desks and etc. It will be located in the small garage building behind the Merrillville Branch.
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Thursday May 16 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Healthy Living for the Brain and Body
Join us for the second lecture in our Alzheimer's disease and dementia awareness program, presented by Linda Curley of Purdue University Extension.
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Thursday May 16 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Life Skills 101 (Grades K-5)
Life is hard enough on its own, join us as we touch on some common skills not everyone may know.
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Thursday May 16 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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Friday May 17 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen & Tween: Meet the Cube
Join us to learn the basics of solving the Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cubes will be provided. Ages 8 through 15 years old.
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Saturday May 18 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 May 18 10:00am - 11:00am 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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Saturday May 18 11:00am - 12:00pm 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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Saturday May 18 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 May 18 1:30pm - 2:30pm 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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Saturday May 18 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Teen Craft: Tie Dye T Shirts
Join us to create your own tie dye shirt! Participants must bring their own shirts, all other materials will be provided. Ages 12-18; registration is required.
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Monday May 20 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 May 20 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Alzheimerâs Disease and Dementia Awareness
A series of four programs hosted by Linda Curely of Purdue University designed to help with early detection, support, and assistance for those with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.
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Monday May 20 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 May 20 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
The Woman with the Cure by Lynn Cullen
In the middle of the 20th century, the United States were racing to find a cure for polio. This is a historical fiction book about, Dorothy Horstmann, who helped find the cure.
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Monday May 20 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 May 20 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Bestie Bracelets
Drop in to make a bracelet for yourself and your best friend! There will be card making supplies available to create a special card for them along with their bracelet. All supplies are included.
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Monday May 20 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Advisory Board
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 May 20 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Revisiting Our Childhood: Play-Doh
This is an adult program where participants will get to remember pastimes from childhood. Remember imaginative play with Play-Doh? Make your own creations!
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Monday May 20 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 May 20 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Some Reading Required
Escape the distractions of home and join us for connection, conversation, and of course, reading. Not a book club - a reading party.
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Monday May 20 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 May 20 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation
Teens, ages 11 to 17, can earn volunteer hours during our Summer Reading Program! Attend a training meeting for details. Teens must attend ONE meeting.
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Monday May 20 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
All Ability: Popsicle Stick Rainbow
All ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. Ages 16 and over only. Registration required.
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Monday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Vaping the New Wave of Nicotine Addiction
Come get the facts about vaping and how it presents an increased risk of health challenges to your lungs. Presented by HealthVisions Midwest.
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Tuesday May 21 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 May 21 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Children ages 2-3 years, along with their caregivers, will enjoy storytime, which involves 30 minutes of interactive rhymes, songs, stories and a craft. Please register all attendees!
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Tuesday May 21 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 May 21 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-5
4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills and prepare children for school.
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Tuesday May 21 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 May 21 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
All About Credit
Join First Financial Bank in this informative session about credit.
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Tuesday May 21 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 simple craft, that support early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
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Tuesday May 21 11:00am - 1:30pm CDT
Sense & Sensibility (1999)
Join us for a movie! This month we'll be watching Sense & Sensibility. Rated PG. Runtime of 136 min.
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Tuesday May 21 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Caregiver & 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 May 21 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 May 21 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 May 21 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Ways We Hide by Kristina McMorris
Our May 2024 book chat title is "The Ways We Hide" by Kristina McMorris. Pick up a copy at the Hobart Branch to chat! Contact [email protected] or (219) 942-2243 for more details.
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Tuesday May 21 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 May 21 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.
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Tuesday May 21 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen & Tween Minecraft Hour
Come in and try Minecraft Pi. Register ahead of time as seats are limited. Recommended for ages 8 to 18.
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Tuesday May 21 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 May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Livestream Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang about Yellowface and Asian American representation in literature. Attendees will watch the event on a large screen.
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Tuesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Virtual: Livestream Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
Join a livestream chat with Rebecca F. Kuang as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface.
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Tuesday May 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Teen Artsy Evenings
Join us to learn about the selected art style/movement, and make your own artwork. All materials provided. Please register.
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Wednesday May 22 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 May 22 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 22 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Caregiver & 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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Wednesday May 22 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 22 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Healthy Living for the Brain and Body
Learn the best healthy living practices for your brain and body. This is a part of the Purdue Extension Alzheimer's Awareness series. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 22 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Gaming
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.
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Wednesday May 22 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 22 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Financial Literacy Classes
Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.
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Wednesday May 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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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Wednesday May 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Butterfly Bookmarks
Teens will create their own bookmark shaped like a butterfly! Ages 12-18. Registration is required.
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Wednesday May 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Training
Teens, ages 11-17, can earn volunteer hours by helping out during our summer reading program! Attend one of our training sessions to sign up and learn how you can help! Please register.
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Thursday May 23 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 23 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 May 23 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 May 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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Thursday May 23 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell
Join us for an informal and relaxed discussion of Sonia Purnell's "A Woman of No Importance." Copies are available at the Munster branch.
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Thursday May 23 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 May 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen 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. Ages 12 - 18
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Thursday May 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Volunteer Training
Teens (11-17 years old) can earn volunteer hours this summer! If you are unable to attend this training but would like to volunteer call (219) 962-2409 to schedule a 1-on-1 training session.
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Thursday May 23 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Board Meeting
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees
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Thursday May 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Teen: Salsa Scramble
Taste-test some different brands of salsa in honor of National Salsa Month!
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Thursday May 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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Thursday May 23 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 23 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 May 24 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
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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Friday May 24 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 May 25 11:00am - 12:00pm 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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Saturday May 25 12:30pm - 2:00pm 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 May 25 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
The Awful Truth
A married couple begins divorce proceedings, while they each try to undermine each other's attempts to find new romance. Runtime: 91 minutes.
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Saturday May 25 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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.