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Chapter Chats Book Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

We welcome you to join us to talk about the books that we are all loving, hating, and all the books in between.

Newcomers are always welcome!

This month: Read a Book Your Age

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

We welcome you to join us to talk about the books that we are all loving, hating, and all the books in between.

Newcomers are always welcome!

This month: Read a Book Your Age

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
Storytime_Play and Learn - Ages 0-3:

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!

Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ curriculum! Classes incorporate books, technology, movement, and hands-on practice to engage children and adults in a fun, friendly environment.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone

Public Meeting of the La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Board Meeting
Event Details:

Public Meeting of the La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cricut Corner: Infusible Ink

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

Interested in learning more about the Cricut? Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, join fellow crafters on the third Thursday each month to share tips and tricks, chat, and work on projects. 

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in learning more about the Cricut? Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, join fellow crafters on the third Thursday each month to share tips and tricks, chat, and work on projects. 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Mystery and History of Union Mills

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests
Age Group:
Adult

How much do we know about what makes Union Mills...Union Mills? Local historian Matt Werner will share his research and resources to demystify the mysteries and highlight the histories of our beloved town.

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Local Interests
Event Details:

How much do we know about what makes Union Mills...Union Mills? Local historian Matt Werner will share his research and resources to demystify the mysteries and highlight the histories of our beloved town.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Activity Center for Older Adults Tech Help Table

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Do you need help setting up a new device or have any questions about your electronics? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it can work for you! 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

Do you need help setting up a new device or have any questions about your electronics? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it can work for you! 

This event is in the "Family" group

Choose Your Own Storytime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Did you know reading with your child develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read? 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Did you know reading with your child develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read? 

This event is in the "Family" group

Wood Turn a Handline

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Family

Learn the basics of the lathe and drill press as you shape and assemble a handline. 

Please bring your own hooks and tackle to complete your kit.  

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the lathe and drill press as you shape and assemble a handline. 

Please bring your own hooks and tackle to complete your kit.  

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Virtual Author Talk with Tom Crouch

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Fundamentals of Fabric Selection

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

Shopping for fabric or yarn online can be overwhelming, especially when you can't feel the material in person.

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Shopping for fabric or yarn online can be overwhelming, especially when you can't feel the material in person.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Readers Corner

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Zone

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Games and Play
Age Group:
Teen

Teen Zone is a monthly program just for teens! On the fourth Wednesday of every month (excluding April), stop by the library for a fun, drop-in activity designed to hang out, try something new, and connect with friends.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Teen Zone is a monthly program just for teens! On the fourth Wednesday of every month (excluding April), stop by the library for a fun, drop-in activity designed to hang out, try something new, and connect with friends.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Pi-Powered Badge-Off Workshop

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen

Calling all problem solvers! Enter the Pi-Powered Badge-Off to create a wearable device that tackles a real-world challenge or meaningfully improves someone’s quality of life.

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Calling all problem solvers! Enter the Pi-Powered Badge-Off to create a wearable device that tackles a real-world challenge or meaningfully improves someone’s quality of life.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
Storytime_Play and Learn - Ages 0-3:

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!

Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ curriculum! Classes incorporate books, technology, movement, and hands-on practice to engage children and adults in a fun, friendly environment.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talking Books

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Exchange

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests
Age Group:
Adult

Did you just discover your new favorite book and want to share it with others? Bring a new or gently used copy of it to exchange with others and discover new favorites in return. 

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Local Interests
Event Details:

Did you just discover your new favorite book and want to share it with others? Bring a new or gently used copy of it to exchange with others and discover new favorites in return. 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Button It Up

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to replace a missing or loose button, sew buttonholes, and attach buttons using a sewing machine through step-by-step demonstrations.

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn how to replace a missing or loose button, sew buttonholes, and attach buttons using a sewing machine through step-by-step demonstrations.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Pokémon Club: 30th Anniversary

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
HA-Meeting Room at Hanna Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests
Age Group:
Everyone

Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with fun for all ages! Enjoy a variety of activities, including Nintendo Switch games, a Pokémon battle board game, and a temporary tattoo station.

Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Local Interests
Event Details:

Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with fun for all ages! Enjoy a variety of activities, including Nintendo Switch games, a Pokémon battle board game, and a temporary tattoo station.

This event is in the "Family" group

3D Pixel Puzzle

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Family

Create a pixelated puzzle complete with 3D printed pieces you can assemble yourself! 

You’ll be introduced to MakerWorld and can watch a demonstration of the Bambu A1 Minis, seeing how the puzzle bases and pieces are printed.

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Create a pixelated puzzle complete with 3D printed pieces you can assemble yourself! 

You’ll be introduced to MakerWorld and can watch a demonstration of the Bambu A1 Minis, seeing how the puzzle bases and pieces are printed.

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Bookies

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Club:

Join fellow readers for thoughtful discussions about books while building community connections. Newcomers are always welcome!

Our title for discussion is: Broken Country

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join fellow readers for thoughtful discussions about books while building community connections. Newcomers are always welcome!

Our title for discussion is: Broken Country

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cover to Cover

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Club:

Join fellow readers for thoughtful discussions about books while building community connections. Newcomers are always welcome!

Our title for discussion is: The Boys in th

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join fellow readers for thoughtful discussions about books while building community connections. Newcomers are always welcome!

Our title for discussion is: The Boys in th

This event is in the "Family" group

Choose Your Own Storytime

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Did you know reading with your child develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read? 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Did you know reading with your child develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read?