Merrillville Branch Library
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Monday June 17 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 17 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Teddy Bear Picnic
We will have teddy bear related songs, stories, games and treats on our picnic blanket. Feel free to bring your own teddy to enjoy the event!
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Monday June 17 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 17 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 17 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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Tuesday June 18 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 18 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 18 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 18 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 18 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 June 18 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 June 19 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 19 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Let's Get Crafty!
Learn how to fold strips of paper into paper stars and receive a jar to store them in!
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Thursday June 20 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Going on a Bear Hunt: a Preschool Obstacle Course Adventure
Kids, ages 6 and under, are invited to stop in and "go on a bear hunt" through our pre-k-friendly obstacle course.
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Thursday June 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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Thursday June 20 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Livestream Author Talk with Tiffany Jewell
Patrons are invited to watch a livestream conversation with Tiffany Jewell that highlights the inequities black and brown students face in education. Attendees will watch the event on a large screen.
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Thursday June 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Humane Indiana
In this program, children will learn about local wildlife and the humane treatment of animals with a visit from Humane Indiana and their wildlife ambassadors.
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Thursday June 20 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Board Meeting
Meeting of the Lake County Public Library Board of Trustees
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Thursday June 20 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Composting with Lake County Solid Waste Management District
Learn about composting with a representative from the Lake County Solid Waste Management District.
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Thursday June 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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Friday June 21 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Back to the Future
Join us for Movie Fridays. Every Friday, a different family film will be shown.
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Saturday June 22 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2024)
Patrons are invited to relax and have fun with a movie showing, video games, and some snacks!
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Monday June 24 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 24 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Songs and Smores
Join us to learn some great camp songs and have a snack!
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Monday June 24 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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Tuesday June 25 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-6
In this program, children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.
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Tuesday June 25 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 June 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Friendship Bracelets
Join us at the library to create friendship bracelets. Make one for yourself and one to share! All supplies provided. Please register.
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Wednesday June 26 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Babies and toddlers birth to 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 June 26 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.