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Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, February 14, 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, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

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, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

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

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, February 18, 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!

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, February 20, 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...

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.

Talking Books

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
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: Into the Water by Paula Hawkins  Summary: ...

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!

Learn It! Dollhouse Miniatures

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn all about historical dollhouse miniatures from local artist, Susan Bukowski. Susan has written for the Dollhouse Miniatures magazine, sells her work around the world, and is ...

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

Learn all about historical dollhouse miniatures from local artist, Susan Bukowski.

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, February 21, 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, we will be learning about the stars and the letter S! We will be creating a paper S craft, which will help with hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.  

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, we will be learning about the stars and the letter S! We will be creating a paper S craft, which will help with hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.  

Make It! Sew a Reuseable Grocery Tote

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Reusable shopping bags are durable, washable, and good for the environment. Learn how to use the sewing machine and other sewing tools to create your very own bag! 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Reusable shopping bags are durable, washable, and good for the environment. Learn how to use the sewing machine and other sewing tools to create your very own bag! 

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, February 24, 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: 30
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. 

Activity Center for Older Adults Tech Help Table

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Come to our Tech Help Table at the Activity Center for Older Adults so we can answer any of your technology questions and help you with your tech needs! Please bring your devi...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

Come to our Tech Help Table at the Activity Center for Older Adults so we can answer any of your technology questions and help you with your tech needs! Please bring your device, charger, and your list of questions.

Family Storytime

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring 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...

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

Family Storytime

Monday, February 24, 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 Things that Go! We will be doing a paint craft that will enhance fine motor skills, basic movements, and STEM skills.

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 Things that Go! We will be doing a paint craft that will enhance fine motor skills, basic movements, and STEM skills.

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, February 24, 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: 28
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. 

Readers Corner

Tuesday, February 25, 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: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt ...

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!

Make It! Laser Cut Notebook Holder

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of laser cutting, engraving, and living hinges to create a notebook holder! Learn how to import images to the laser cutter, learn the technique of living hinges, a...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Learn the basics of laser cutting, engraving, and living hinges to create a notebook holder! Learn how to import images to the laser cutter, learn the technique of living hinges, and leave this class with your own laser-cut creation. 

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.
 

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, February 27, 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...

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 a Resume

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Other
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Do you need to make a resume or refresh your current one? Join us for a session full of best practices, tips, tricks, and advice to make your resume stand out among a crowd! You wi...

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Other
Event Details:

Do you need to make a resume or refresh your current one? Join us for a session full of best practices, tips, tricks, and advice to make your resume stand out among a crowd!

Make It! Solder Sculptures

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Solder your very own desktop sculpture using upcycled materials! Upcycling, also known as creative reuse, is the process of transforming by-products or unwanted materials into a ne...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Solder your very own desktop sculpture using upcycled materials! Upcycling, also known as creative reuse, is the process of transforming by-products or unwanted materials into a new product.

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, February 28, 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 Things that Go! We will be doing a paint craft that will enhance fine motor skills, basic movements, and STEM skills. 

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 Things that Go! We will be doing a paint craft that will enhance fine motor skills, basic movements, and STEM skills. 

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