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Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

Cutting the Cord

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
MN-Study Cafe at Main Library
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Technology_Cutting the Cord:

Stop paying for cable and still watch TV! Have you ever wondered what would happen if you didn’t have to pay for cable? Learn more at this free class!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Study Cafe
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Technology

Stop paying for cable and still watch TV! 

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you didn’t have to pay for cable? Learn more at this free class!

Laser/CNC Meetup

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Make time for making by joining us on the third Monday of each month to focus on using the laser cutter/engraver and CNC machines. Whether you're just starting or an experienced ma...

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

Make time for making by joining us on the third Monday of each month to focus on using the laser cutter/engraver and CNC machines.

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.
 

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, June 17, 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!

Chapter Chats Book Club

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Study Cafe at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

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: Fin-tastic Beach ReadsSome would say there is ...

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

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: Fin-tastic Beach Reads

Summer Designs: Build and Paint Laser-Cut Art

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Get ready for summer with a fun, drop-in crafting session! Stop by anytime between 1:00pm and 4:00pm to choose from a variety of summer designs to be cut using the laser cutter/eng...

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

Get ready for summer with a fun, drop-in crafting session! Stop by anytime between 1:00pm and 4:00pm to choose from a variety of summer designs to be cut using the laser cutter/engraver.

Picasso Portraits

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Art
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist by creating your own Picasso-inspired portrait! Learn about his unique style and techniques as you experiment with chalk, crayons, oil pastels, and more. ...

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist by creating your own Picasso-inspired portrait! Learn about his unique style and techniques as you experiment with chalk, crayons, oil pastels, and more.

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

Woodworking Meetup

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Make time for making by joining us on the fourth Monday of each month to focus on woodworking. Whether you're just starting or an experienced woodworker, this is the opportunity to...

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

Make time for making by joining us on the fourth Monday of each month to focus on woodworking. Whether you're just starting or an experienced woodworker, this is the opportunity to learn and share with fellow enthusiasts.

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.
 

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

Quilt Along

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us on the fourth Tuesday of each month for Quilt Along! Here, you'll be introduced to new block patterns until November. Can’t make it each month? No problem! You’ll still rec...

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

Join us on the fourth Tuesday of each month for Quilt Along! Here, you'll be introduced to new block patterns until November. Can’t make it each month? No problem! You’ll still receive all the block patterns, and can pick them up later. 

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.
 

Readers Corner

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!Our title for discussion is: Every Time I Go On Vacation Someone Dies by Catherine Ma...

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!

Talking Books

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!Our title for discussion is: The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks Summary:"Seventeen...

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!

Squeegee Painting

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Art
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn about color theory and how paint mixes before trying your hand at a unique, quick, and creative painting method: squeegee art. Create expressive and vivid patterns on paper w...

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

Learn about color theory and how paint mixes before trying your hand at a unique, quick, and creative painting method: squeegee art. Create expressive and vivid patterns on paper with this unpredictable and fun artmaking process.  

Tea Party in the Native Garden

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
UM-Anna's Orchard at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Gardening and Nature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Are you interested in native plants and gardening? Join us for a relaxing Garden Party Tea in our native garden, surrounded by friends, as Karen Sarver from the La Porte County Mas...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Anna's Orchard
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Gardening and Nature
Event Details:

Are you interested in native plants and gardening?

Tech Help Table

Tuesday, July 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, July 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!

3D Printing Meetup

Thursday, July 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.
 

Independence Day

All Day
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
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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

Bookies

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!Our title for discussion is: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger Summary:"'Th...

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!

Cover to Cover

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!Our title for discussion is: The Sister Effect by Susan MallerySummary: "Finley ...

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!

Teacher Book Club

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
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! Share and discover new reading st...

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!

Page Turners

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!Our title for discussion is: The Women by Kristin HannahSummary:"Women can be heroes....

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
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!