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10 am
This event is in the "Adult" group

Bookies

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Rolling Prairie Branch
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Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-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 "Everyone" group

ML - Foodie Tuesdays

10:30am–2:30pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

 

Join the City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department and the Mobile Library at Unity Park every Tuesday for a relaxing lunch hour.

This event is in the "0-5" group

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

10:00am–10:30am
0-5
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

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 week, we are celebrating back to school season!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML-Cambridge Square Apartments

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is a vital service that delivers books, movies, music, and more directly to schools, organizations, and neighborhoods across La Porte County.

This event is in the "0-5" group

Stories & More Ages 3-5

10:00am–10:30am
0-5
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!

Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week is all about back to school season! This week's craft is an excellent activity for enhancing cutting skills and color ordering. 

This event is in the "Family" group

Back to School Readiness

10:00am–12:00pm
Family
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Are you a parent preparing for the new school year or starting a homeschooling journey? Join us to learn about how the library can support your child’s reading development.

11 am
12 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Cover to Cover

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult
Union Mills Branch
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Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-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!

1 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Botanical Prints

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Union Mills Branch
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Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Art, Gardening and Nature
Event Details:

Explore the art of botanical printing by hammering flowers onto paper to create vibrant, detailed prints. Experiment with plant pigments, alter their colors using various solutions, and bring your creation to life with watercolor accents.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Teacher Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Coolspring Branch
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Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Are you a teacher at Michigan City, La Porte, or New Prairie Schools? Looking for a fun way to earn PGP points? Join our summer Teacher Book Club!

This event is in the "Family" group

Adopt a Pet Rock

1:00pm–2:30pm
Family
Kingsford Heights Branch
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Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Pet rocks are much different than your average pet. They are quiet, do not eat much or make messes, and they are great listeners. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Teacher Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Union Mills Branch
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Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Are you a teacher at South Central or Westville Schools? Looking for a fun way to earn PGP points? Join our summer Teacher Book Club!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Virtual Author Talk with Jay Falk

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Online
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide,

This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML - Hesston

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

 

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime

1:00pm–1:30pm
Family
Kingsford Heights Branch
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Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
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? 

Each week, children are invited to help choose the books we will read during storytime—encouraging active participation, building confidence, and cultivating excitement around reading. Families will also have time to read and explore books together. 

Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading, social, and motor skills. 

Join us in reading Lucy's Light by Jo Rooks and

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Summer Reading Celebration: Incredible Bats at Hanna Fest

1:30pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Library in the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Special Event
Event Details:

Celebrate your summer reading success with Incredible Bats at Hanna Fest! Join us at the Hanna Park for an educational live animal show with animals from around the world, followed by a special "meet & greet" with the creatures! 

2 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group
Cancelled

That's a Stretch: Chair Yoga for Seniors and Beginners

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adult
Fish Lake Branch
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Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Event Details:

This beginner-friendly yoga class focuses on improving balance, flexibility, and strength through breathing, stretching, and yoga poses.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Club: Mario Kart Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen
Hanna Branch
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Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Get your game on and join us for an end-of-summer celebration as we drift around various courses on Mario Kart. Power-up with snacks and go for the gold! 

3 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Tech Help Table

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adult
Coolspring Branch
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Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
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 "Everyone" group

ML - Butterfly Garden Estates

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

 

4 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Writing Workshop with Samuel Love

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adult
Rolling Prairie Branch
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Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

The La Porte County Public Library is pleased to host a workshop led by local writer and documentarian Samuel Love on oral history interviewing techniques. 

This event is in the "6-11" group

Creative Kids: Colors in Nature

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Description: Games and Play, STEAM
Event Details:

Let your creative sparks fly! Creative Kids takes place the first Wednesday of each month and is an opportunity to cultivate your inner creativity while you learn a new craft or skill!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

ML-Carriage House Apartments

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

 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween Book Club (Ages 10-13)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Get ready for a reading adventure at the Tween Book Club, where books come to life!

5 pm
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime

5:00pm–5:30pm
Family
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs, and more for all ages! A favorite stuffed animal is welcome for this fun, evening event!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
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Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Paper Weaving

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adult
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Explore the art of paper weaving and create unique, colorful projects like bookmarks, greeting cards, and frameable art!

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

3D Printing Meetup

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teen, Adult
LPCPL Exchange
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Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share.

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.