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Arcade Engineer

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to make your own arcade game? We're looking for curious, creative problem solvers who want to learn how to plan, design, build, and play your very own arcade g...

At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: 6-11
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to make your own arcade game? We're looking for curious, creative problem solvers who want to learn how to plan, design, build, and play your very own arcade game made with cardboard and recycled parts. 

All About Micro Drones

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bring your family to learn about drones and how to use them. Learn safe handling, flying, complete a challenge, and build your own obstacle course to fly the drone through. Fun for...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker, STEAM
Event Details:

Bring your family to learn about drones and how to use them. Learn safe handling, flying, complete a challenge, and build your own obstacle course to fly the drone through. Fun for the whole family!

Family Storytime

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Storytime_Family Storytime:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at...

Event Details:

This week, our theme is World Health Day, which is recognized on April 7th! We will be learning healthy habits and taking a health pledge.

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!

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, our theme is World Health Day, which is recognized on April 7th! We will be learning healthy habits and taking a health pledge.

Introduction to Tai Chi Easy™ for Vitality Workshop: Memory

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Tai chi, often described as “meditation in motion”, is a low-impact, slow-motion exercise that can easily be adapted to people of all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Tai...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Tai chi, often described as “meditation in motion”, is a low-impact, slow-motion exercise that can easily be adapted to people of all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Tai chi involves a series of gentle movements without strain to streng

Start It! Equipment Training

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Equipment Training
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Exchange_Start It! Equipment Training:

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to l...

At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Equipment Training
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to learn more about safety and age requirements at the Exchange. 

A different Equipment Training session is required for each piece of equipment. Choose one piece of equipment from list for your training.

To ensure that all customers are accommodated, we kindly ask that each customer limits their number of trainings to one per week.

Note: It is possible that training may take more than 1 hour. 

For training on the Precision Mini Lathe, the Resin 3D Printer, or the Bandsaw, call or email the LPCPL Exchange.

If no Start It! times are available, please call the Exchange to set up a training. 

To learn more about the Library's Makerspace visit our website. 

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.
 

Tech Help Table

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
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...

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!

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
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 e...

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!

Start It! Equipment Training

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Equipment Training
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Exchange_Start It! Equipment Training:

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to l...

At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Equipment Training
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to learn more about safety and age requirements at the Exchange. 

A different Equipment Training session is required for each piece of equipment. Choose one piece of equipment from list for your training.

To ensure that all customers are accommodated, we kindly ask that each customer limits their number of trainings to one per week.

Note: It is possible that training may take more than 1 hour. 

For training on the Precision Mini Lathe, the Resin 3D Printer, or the Bandsaw, call or email the LPCPL Exchange.

If no Start It! times are available, please call the Exchange to set up a training. 

To learn more about the Library's Makerspace visit our website. 

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.
 

Start It! Equipment Training

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Equipment Training
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Exchange_Start It! Equipment Training:

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to l...

At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Equipment Training
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to learn more about safety and age requirements at the Exchange. 

A different Equipment Training session is required for each piece of equipment. Choose one piece of equipment from list for your training.

To ensure that all customers are accommodated, we kindly ask that each customer limits their number of trainings to one per week.

Note: It is possible that training may take more than 1 hour. 

For training on the Precision Mini Lathe, the Resin 3D Printer, or the Bandsaw, call or email the LPCPL Exchange.

If no Start It! times are available, please call the Exchange to set up a training. 

To learn more about the Library's Makerspace visit our website. 

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.
 

CANCELLED/CLOSED ML-Strengthening Indiana Families

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Community Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Community Stop_Mobile Library:

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area.&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area. 

At the bookmobile, you can:

  • Borrow popular books, DVDs, and more -- just like at the library!
  • Get a library card or update your account
  • Pick up holds and return items
  • Get answers to your questions or help finding community resources

Do you have an event you'd like the Mobile Library to attend? Know a good place for the Mobile Library to stop? Email outreach@laportelibrary.org to get started. 

ML - Hesston

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Community Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Community Stop_Mobile Library:

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area.&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area. 

At the bookmobile, you can:

  • Borrow popular books, DVDs, and more -- just like at the library!
  • Get a library card or update your account
  • Pick up holds and return items
  • Get answers to your questions or help finding community resources

Do you have an event you'd like the Mobile Library to attend? Know a good place for the Mobile Library to stop? Email outreach@laportelibrary.org to get started. 

Cooking with Kids

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
HA-Meeting Room at Hanna Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
6-11, Teen
Event Details:

Join us as we learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together!Today we will be making Apple "Donuts"! Cooking experience is not requir...

Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: 6-11, Teen
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Event Details:

Join us as we learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together!

Today we will be making Apple "Donuts"! Cooking experience is not required.

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.

Creative Kids - Earth Day

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Games and Play, STEAM
Age Group:
6-11
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 sk...

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!

Start It! Equipment Training

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Equipment Training
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Exchange_Start It! Equipment Training:

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to l...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Equipment Training
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to learn more about safety and age requirements at the Exchange. 

A different Equipment Training session is required for each piece of equipment. Choose one piece of equipment from list for your training.

To ensure that all customers are accommodated, we kindly ask that each customer limits their number of trainings to one per week.

Note: It is possible that training may take more than 1 hour. 

For training on the Precision Mini Lathe, the Resin 3D Printer, or the Bandsaw, call or email the LPCPL Exchange.

If no Start It! times are available, please call the Exchange to set up a training. 

To learn more about the Library's Makerspace visit our website. 

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.
 

Virtual Author Jodi Picoult

Virtual Author Talk with Jodi Picoult

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Register here. Zoom lin...

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

Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel,

Teen Engineering Club - High-Performance Paper Airplane Workshop

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

This month, it’s all about paper airplanes! Apply engineering principles such as balance, lift, and thrust, then test your skills in an epic high-performance paper airplane challen...

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

This month, it’s all about paper airplanes! Apply engineering principles such as balance, lift, and thrust, then test your skills in an epic high-performance paper airplane challenge. Who can make the plane that flies the longest?

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
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...

Event Details:

This week, our theme is World Health Day, which is recognized on April 7th! 

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, our theme is World Health Day, which is recognized on April 7th! 

Start It! Equipment Training

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Equipment Training
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Exchange_Start It! Equipment Training:

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to l...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Equipment Training
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to learn more about safety and age requirements at the Exchange. 

A different Equipment Training session is required for each piece of equipment. Choose one piece of equipment from list for your training.

To ensure that all customers are accommodated, we kindly ask that each customer limits their number of trainings to one per week.

Note: It is possible that training may take more than 1 hour. 

For training on the Precision Mini Lathe, the Resin 3D Printer, or the Bandsaw, call or email the LPCPL Exchange.

If no Start It! times are available, please call the Exchange to set up a training. 

To learn more about the Library's Makerspace visit our website. 

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.
 

ML - Butterfly Garden Estates

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Community Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Community Stop_Mobile Library:

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area.&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area. 

At the bookmobile, you can:

  • Borrow popular books, DVDs, and more -- just like at the library!
  • Get a library card or update your account
  • Pick up holds and return items
  • Get answers to your questions or help finding community resources

Do you have an event you'd like the Mobile Library to attend? Know a good place for the Mobile Library to stop? Email outreach@laportelibrary.org to get started. 

ML-Carriage House Apartments

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Community Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Community Stop_Mobile Library:

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area.&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Community Stop

Join the Mobile Library in your neighborhood! La Porte County Public Library offers mobile library service that carries books, movies, and more to customers in our service area. 

At the bookmobile, you can:

  • Borrow popular books, DVDs, and more -- just like at the library!
  • Get a library card or update your account
  • Pick up holds and return items
  • Get answers to your questions or help finding community resources

Do you have an event you'd like the Mobile Library to attend? Know a good place for the Mobile Library to stop? Email outreach@laportelibrary.org to get started. 

After School Teen Lab

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do after school? Join us every Thursday for a creative escape where you can craft, innovate, and express yourself! Whether you're ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: STEAM
Event Details:

Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do after school? Join us every Thursday for a creative escape where you can craft, innovate, and express yourself!

3D Printing Meetup

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
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.An instructor will be present to assist with equip...

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.
 

Start It! Equipment Training

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Equipment Training
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Exchange_Start It! Equipment Training:

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to l...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Equipment Training
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Start It! Equipment Training is intended for individuals who would like to begin using equipment at the Library's Makerspace. Complete the Makerspace Safety Training to learn more about safety and age requirements at the Exchange. 

A different Equipment Training session is required for each piece of equipment. Choose one piece of equipment from list for your training.

To ensure that all customers are accommodated, we kindly ask that each customer limits their number of trainings to one per week.

Note: It is possible that training may take more than 1 hour. 

For training on the Precision Mini Lathe, the Resin 3D Printer, or the Bandsaw, call or email the LPCPL Exchange.

If no Start It! times are available, please call the Exchange to set up a training. 

To learn more about the Library's Makerspace visit our website. 

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.
 

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Stories and More - Ages 3-5:

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 nee...

Event Details:

This week, our theme is World Health Day, which is recognized on April 7th! We will be learning healthy habits and taking a health pledge.

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, our theme is World Health Day, which is recognized on April 7th! We will be learning healthy habits and taking a health pledge.