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Family Reading Reel: The Secret Garden

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
6-11, Family
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection for Family Reading Reel! At this Family Reading Reel, we will discuss a modern twist on a classic children's story ...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: 6-11, Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection for Family Reading Reel!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Christmas Eve

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

Christmas 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

New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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

New Year's 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

Adopt a Pet Rock

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a pet, but didn't know if it was for you? Well, try it out with your very own pet rock! They are quiet, don't eat much, and don't make messes! Choose your p...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a pet, but didn't know if it was for you? Well, try it out with your very own pet rock! They are quiet, don't eat much, and don't make messes!

Food Budgeting and Meal Planning

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

In this presentation from Purdue Extension, you'll learn how to get the most nutritious food for your dollar. 

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

In this presentation from Purdue Extension, you'll learn how to get the most nutritious food for your dollar. 

La Porte of Yesterday

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Local Interests, Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

La Porte has a rich history spanning well over one hundred years. Over time, there have been notable changes made to the city. Join us as we present photos of La Porte from the ear...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Local Interests, Presentation
Event Details:

La Porte has a rich history spanning well over one hundred years. Over time, there have been notable changes made to the city. Join us as we present photos of La Porte from the early 1900s to the 1970s. 

Winnie the Pooh Day Celebration

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Happy National Winnie the Pooh Day! Join us as we celebrate and pay homage to this classic children's character by reading two Winnie the Pooh stories and create Winnie the Pooh cr...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Happy National Winnie the Pooh Day! Join us as we celebrate and pay homage to this classic children's character by reading two Winnie the Pooh stories and create Winnie the Pooh crafts. "Pooh's Heffalump Movie" will also be playing. 

Food Budgeting and Meal Planning

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FL-Meeting Room at Fish Lake Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

In this presentation from Purdue Extension, you'll learn how to get the most nutritious food for your dollar. 

Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

In this presentation from Purdue Extension, you'll learn how to get the most nutritious food for your dollar. 

All About Snowy Owls

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Humane Indiana Wildlife to learn about their mission to care for injured and orphaned wild animals in our community as well as their non-releasable animals. Visiting will also...

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Join Humane Indiana Wildlife to learn about their mission to care for injured and orphaned wild animals in our community as well as their non-releasable animals.

Design a Valentine

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, but have you ever wondered how this holiday began? Learn a brief history of Valentine's Day, listen to a reading of Cranberry Valentine,...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, but have you ever wondered how this holiday began?

Genealogy 101

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
FL-Meeting Room at Fish Lake Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn about your own family history! Access & Collections Librarian Laurin Katzmarek will explain how to get started with your own genealogy research. Learn about accessing arc...

Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Learn about your own family history! Access & Collections Librarian Laurin Katzmarek will explain how to get started with your own genealogy research.

Food Labeling: What's in There, Anyway?

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FL-Meeting Room at Fish Lake Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to identify primary components of food labels, marketing claims, and understanding how to make informed food decisions. 

Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

Learn how to identify primary components of food labels, marketing claims, and understanding how to make informed food decisions. 

Cooking with Kids

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making edible fossil parfaits! Cooking experience is not req...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making edible fossil parfaits! 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.

President's 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

Food Labeling: What's in There, Anyway?

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to identify primary components of food labels, marketing claims, and understanding how to make informed food decisions. 

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

Learn how to identify primary components of food labels, marketing claims, and understanding how to make informed food decisions. 

All About Snowy Owls

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Humane Indiana Wildlife to learn about their mission to care for injured and orphaned wild animals in our community as well as their non-releasable animals. Visiting will also...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Join Humane Indiana Wildlife to learn about their mission to care for injured and orphaned wild animals in our community as well as their non-releasable animals.

Cooking with Kids

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together!Today we will be making Fruit Salsa! Cooking experience is not required.

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together!

Today we will be making Fruit Salsa! 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.

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Book Discussion, Presentation, Special Event
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The La Porte County Public Library is thrilled to present An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures.This debut novel became an instant New York Times b...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion, Presentation, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 450
Event Details:

The La Porte County Public Library is thrilled to present An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt, author of

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

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

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

Labor 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