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Monday, April 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 Beyond That, The Sea by Laura Spence-AshSummary:"A swee...

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!

Kitchen Safety Crime Scene

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Age Group:
6-11, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive event where kids become detectives to solve a kitchen mystery! Explore clues, uncover safety hazards, and learn valuable tips to stay safe in the ...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 6-11, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive event where kids become detectives to solve a kitchen mystery! Explore clues, uncover safety hazards, and learn valuable tips to stay safe in the kitchen.

Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
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 month, we'll celebrate Easter!

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
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 month, we'll celebrate Easter!

Staff In-Service 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
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

Cover to Cover

Monday, May 5, 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: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Summary:"Chem...

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!

Tech Help Table

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Union Mills 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: Union Mills Branch
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!

Family Storytime

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
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 month, we'll welcome Alyssa Welsh, 500 Festival Princess from La Porte County! With her sash and tiara, this real-life Indiana princess will share her love of reading about ra...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
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 month, we'll welcome Alyssa Welsh, 500 Festival Princess from La Porte County! With her sash and tiara, this real-life Indiana princess will share her love of reading about racing, as well as her knowledge of the Indy 500.

Memorial 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
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

Cover to Cover

Monday, June 2, 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: Sunflower Sisters by Martha Hall Kelly Summary:"Geo...

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!

Cookie Decorating for Beginners, with the Farmhouse Baker

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Ready to level up your sugar cookie decorating? The Farmhouse Baker (formerly Little Red Barn Bakery) will be here to help! Learn the basics of piping with royal icing and decorati...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ready to level up your sugar cookie decorating? The Farmhouse Baker (formerly Little Red Barn Bakery) will be here to help! Learn the basics of piping with royal icing and decorating techniques while creating three beautiful designs.

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.

Teacher Book Club

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
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! Share and discover new reading strategies with...

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!

Firefly Storytime

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Step into the world of early childhood literature and help choose the winning book for the Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award! Explore five exceptional picture books nominated fo...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Step into the world of early childhood literature and help choose the winning book for the Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award!

Family Storytime

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
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 hom...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

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?

Family Storytime

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
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 hom...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

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
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

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

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
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! Share and discover new reading strategies with...

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!

Farm Stand Festival

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
UM-Anna's Orchard at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Gardening and Nature, Health and Wellness, Local Interests
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

South La Porte County features a wealth of farm stands! Visit all of them in one day in Anna's Orchard at the Union Mills Branch! Sample fresh produce, admire local goods, meet ent...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Anna's Orchard
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Gardening and Nature, Health and Wellness, Local Interests
Event Details:

South La Porte County features a wealth of farm stands! Visit all of them in one day in Anna's Orchard at the Union Mills Branch!

Resources for Homeschool Families

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Are you planning to homeschool your children next year? Join us to explore the curriculums and resources the library offers, along with helpful opportunities from our community for...

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

Are you planning to homeschool your children next year? Join us to explore the curriculums and resources the library offers, along with helpful opportunities from our community for homeschooling families!

Cover to Cover

Monday, August 4, 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: Karolina's Twins: Liam Taggart and Catherine Lockhart Se...

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!

Botanical Prints

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Art, Gardening and Nature
Age Group:
Adult
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...

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.

Teacher Book Club

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
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! Share and discover new reading strategies with...

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!

Family Storytime

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
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 hom...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!