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Reindeer at Luhr Park

4:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Special Event
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of festive Christmas activities for all at Luhr Park! Santa and one of his reindeer will be making a special trip from the North Pole to greet visitors and pose for photos. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

A Very Merry Hanna Holiday

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Celebrate the spirit of the season with a community meal, meet Santa Claus, and build your own gingerbread house at the library's station! 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

A Rolling Prairie Christmas

2:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Rolling Prairie Branch
Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Special Event
Event Details:

Spread holiday cheer with a Rolling Prairie Christmas! 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML - Maple City Square Apartments

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adult, Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult, Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Make a Beaded Snowflake

10:30am–11:30am
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover a new way to use beads and create a beaded snowflake! Using beads, wire, and jewelry tools, create a simple yet stylish project to use as a decoration or hang on a tree.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Wood Turn a Honey Dipper

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn a honey dipper on the lathe and learn the fundamentals of woodturning. This beginner class covers tool control, measuring, and carving techniques while guiding you through creating classic forms like beads and grooves.

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 "Everyone" group

ML - Galena Township

1:30pm–2:15pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML - Butterfly Garden Estates

3:30pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML-Carriage House Apartments

4:00pm–4:30pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Board Meeting

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

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML - Maple City Square Apartments

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adult, Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult, Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Holiday Traditions Around the World

2:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Rolling Prairie Branch
Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Make a popcorn garland, write a letter to Santa, and take a trip around the world to explore holiday traditions! We'll discuss how different cultures celebrate the season through music, food, and customs. 
 

 

Christmas Eve

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online

Christmas Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online
This event is in the "Everyone" group

New Tech, New Year

5:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

Did you get a new device over the holidays and need help setting it up? Drop in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it can work for you!

New Year's Eve

5:00pm–8:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online

New Year's Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Library Tote Bag

4:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Hanna Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate a canvas tote bag using fabric markers, jewels, and other creative embellishments. Start the new year with a personalized bag—perfect for carrying your favorite library books in style.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

All About Owls

4:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Gardening and Nature
Event Details:

Come meet live owls from the Humane Society, enjoy owl-themed stories, and learn all about these amazing birds—presented in collaboration with La Porte County Parks. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Create a Vision Board

4:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Start the new year with intention! Drop in to create your own vision board—a visual way to reflect on the past and set your sights on the future. Use our provided materials to map out your dreams, goals, wishes, and aspirations for the year.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Air Dry Clay Creations

4:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Hanna Branch
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Air dry clay is a versatile, beginner-friendly medium that offers a fun and therapeutic creative experience—no baking required.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Cardboard Loom Weaving

3:30pm–4:30pm
Everyone
Fish Lake Branch
Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Learn the basics of loom weaving using simple, repurposed materials to create a heart-shaped design, just in time for Valentine's Day.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sew a Rope Bowl

6:00pm–7:30pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of sewing with straight and zigzag stitches as you transform cotton rope into a practical and eye-catching bowl. 

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 "Everyone" group

Macramé Gnome-ntines

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Hanna Branch
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Local Interests
Event Details:

You will "knot" want to miss out on making your own whimsical macramé gnome! These gnomes can easily be added to a Valentine's Day garland and hung up on the mantle, or you can add a loop and turn one into an ornament.