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Summer Reading Celebration - Hanna Fest: Incredible Bats at the Park

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 1:15pm - 2:45pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Special Event
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Celebrate your summer reading success with Incredible Bats at Hanna Fest! Join us at the Hanna Park for a live animal show! Sharon and Dan Peterson have been promoting bat educatio...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Special Event
Event Details:

Celebrate your summer reading success with Incredible Bats at Hanna Fest! Join us at the Hanna Park for a live animal show!

Farmed & Forged Market

Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Community Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join LPCPL on the 2nd Sunday of the month at Farmed & Forged for a fun family event.    Farmed & Forged This producers-only market is all about shoppin...

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

Join LPCPL on the 2nd Sunday of the month at Farmed & Forged for a fun family event. 

 

ML-Maple City Square Apartments

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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. 

Storytime Under the Stars

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
MN-Reading Wi-Fi Garden at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Storytime_Storytime Under the Stars:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Reading Wi-Fi Garden
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime

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

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.

Page Turners

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Club:

Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome! Our title for discussion is: Persuasion by Jane Austen Summary: "...

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!

Learn It! Advanced Machine Embroidery Techniques

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Want to learn more about what you can make with the embroidery machines at the Library Makerspace? Learn about advanced techniques like: applique, working with tricky fabri...

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

Want to learn more about what you can make with the embroidery machines at the Library Makerspace? Learn about advanced techniques like:

Disclaimer(s)

Equipment Training

Like what you see? Staff can help you! Contact the LPCPL Exchange by email or phone to set up your one-on-one training.

 

Stories and More

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Get set for school, with stories, songs, movement and more! Preparation begins long before preschool and kindergarten registration. Storytimes build skills needed and provide helpf...

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

Get set for school, with stories, songs, movement and more! Preparation begins long before preschool and kindergarten registration. Storytimes build skills needed and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home.

Checking Your Credit Score

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Your credit score is an important part of your total financial health, and checking it is important to ensure it is being accurately reported.  Credit is used for several r...

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

Your credit score is an important part of your total financial health, and checking it is important to ensure it is being accurately reported. 

Credit is used for several reasons and can change over time. 

Play and Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, August 15, 2024 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...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

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.

Make It! Leather Trinket Tray

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Make your own trinket tray for holding jewelry, candy, small crafting supplies, or other little items! We’ll use leather and learn how to make this customizable project that also m...

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

Make your own trinket tray for holding jewelry, candy, small crafting supplies, or other little items! We’ll use leather and learn how to make this customizable project that also makes a great gift. 

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.
 

Art Club

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Are you into textiles, beads, clay, coloring books, pastels, or paints? Come and share your artistic side with others! Bring your work and materials and spend some time sharin...

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

Are you into textiles, beads, clay, coloring books, pastels, or paints? Come and share your artistic side with others!

Vurtal Author Irena Smith

Virtual Author Talk with Irena Smith, PhD

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon with Irena Smith, PhD. You will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, preserve your relationship with your ...

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

Join us for an afternoon with Irena Smith, PhD.

ML- Butterfly Garden Estates

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 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. 

Cooking with Kids

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

In this event series, we will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making spring rolls! Cooking experienc...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Event Details:

In this event series, we will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making spring rolls! 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.

La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Board Meeting_Monthly:

Public Meeting of the La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Board Meeting

Public Meeting of the La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees.

Make It! Engrave a Cheese Board

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Want to learn how to use the laser engraver to make fancy cheese boards known as charcuterie boards? Pick from 3 different templates and engrave your own board to take home with yo...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Want to learn how to use the laser engraver to make fancy cheese boards known as charcuterie boards? Pick from 3 different templates and engrave your own board to take home with you!

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 and More Ages 3-5

Friday, August 16, 2024 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...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

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.

Power of Budgeting Workshop

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Budgeting is a tool that can help you set yourself up for financial freedom. Tracking your income, learning about your monthly expenses, and knowing how to utilize any money leftov...

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

Budgeting is a tool that can help you set yourself up for financial freedom. Tracking your income, learning about your monthly expenses, and knowing how to utilize any money leftover is the very first step.

Make It! Lathe Salt and Pepper Shakers

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn to use the lathe while making your own salt and pepper shakers!  Come learn the basics of operating a woodworking lathe and what you can do with it! Lathes can create...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to use the lathe while making your own salt and pepper shakers! 

Disclaimer(s)

Equipment Training

Like what you see? Staff can help you! Contact the LPCPL Exchange by email or phone to set up your one-on-one training.

 

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.
 

How to Name Your Dragon

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

High on a mountain live 100 mighty dragons all named Broccoli. When a tremendous wind blows half the dragons away, ten others sail off to become professional surfers in Hawaii. The...

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

High on a mountain live 100 mighty dragons all named Broccoli. When a tremendous wind blows half the dragons away, ten others sail off to become professional surfers in Hawaii.

Make It! Lathe Salt and Pepper Shakers

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn to use the lathe while making your own salt and pepper shakers!  Come learn the basics of operating a woodworking lathe and what you can do with it! Lathes can create...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to use the lathe while making your own salt and pepper shakers! 

Disclaimer(s)

Equipment Training

Like what you see? Staff can help you! Contact the LPCPL Exchange by email or phone to set up your one-on-one training.

 

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-Luhr Park

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 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...

Event Details:

Enjoy LPCPL and the park! Check out a book from the LPCPL Mobile Library, then pick your favorite spot to read in nature! 

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

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. 

Enjoy LPCPL and the park! Check out a book from the LPCPL Mobile Library, then pick your favorite spot to read in nature! 

Play and Learn - Ages 0-3

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
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...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

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.

ML-Carriage House Apartments

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.