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Name: An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt
Start: 2025-04-24T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-24T20:00:00-05:00
Location: The Great Hall Events & Conference Center at Purdue University Northwest

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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

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Book Discussion, Presentation, Special Event

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Adult

Open

Library Branch: Library in the Community

Age Group: Adult

Program Description: Book Discussion, Presentation, Special Event

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 35

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Time	Mon (4/14)	Tue (4/15)	Wed (4/16)	Thu (4/17)	Fri (4/18)	Sat (4/19)
9 am	This event is in the "Adult" group. Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation 9:30am - 10:30am Adult Main Library Open Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult Program Description: Health and Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 33 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.
10 am			This event is in the "0-5" group. Family Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am 0-5 Union Mills Branch This event is in the "0-5" group. 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!	This event is in the "0-5" group. Play & Learn Ages 0-3 10:00am - 10:30am 0-5 Main Library This event is in the "0-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Multipurpose Room Age Group: 0-5 Program Description: Storytime Event Details: 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. This week, our theme is the letter M/Monkeys!	This event is in the "0-5" group. Stories & More Ages 3-5 10:00am - 10:30am 0-5 Main Library This event is in the "0-5" group. 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 the letter M/Monkeys! This week's craft will help with letter recognition. This event is in the "Adult" group. ML-Miller's Health & Rehab Lobby Stop 10:00am - 11:00am Adult Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Library in the Community Age Group: Adult Program Description: Community Stop Event Details: The La Porte County Public Library is excited to bring its services right to your lobby monthly! We offer a wide variety of books, movies, and other resources for your enjoyment. You can:	This event is in the "Family" group. Cooking with Kids 10:00am - 11:00am Family Coolspring Branch This event is in the "Family" group. 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. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Jigsaw Puzzle Swap 10:00am - 11:00am Everyone Main Library This event is in the "Everyone" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Meeting Room B Age Group: Everyone Program Description: Games and Play Event Details: Do you have old jigsaw puzzles stacked in a closet that you don't know what to do with? Swap them for ones you haven't completed before your spring cleanup begins. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
11 am	This event is in the "6-11" group. Homeschool Hub 11:00am - 12:00pm 6-11 Main Library This event is in the "6-11" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Multipurpose Room Age Group: 6-11 Program Description: STEAM Event Details: Looking for a more advance STEM lesson? Come to Homeschool Hub where we will be teaching science lessons on robots, computers, and other small machines!		This event is in the "Everyone" group. ML-Strengthening Indiana Families 11:30am - 12:00pm Everyone Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. 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.		This event is in the "Adult" group. ML-Oak Woods Manor Lobby Stop 11:30am - 12:30pm Adult Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Library in the Community Age Group: Adult Program Description: Community Stop Event Details: The La Porte County Public Library is excited to bring its services right to your lobby! We offer a wide variety of books, movies, and other resources for your enjoyment. You can:
12 pm	This event is in the "0-5" group. Family Storytime 12:00pm - 12:30pm 0-5 Coolspring Branch This event is in the "0-5" group. 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.				This event is in the "0-5" group. Play & Learn Ages 0-3 12:00pm - 12:30pm 0-5 Kingsford Heights Branch This event is in the "0-5" group. Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch 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.
1 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. ML - Maple City Square Apartments 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adult, Everyone Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Library Branch: Library in the Community Age Group: Adult, 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.		This event is in the "Adult" group. Exploring Watercolors for Older Adults 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult Main Library This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adult Program Description: Art Event Details: Exploring Watercolors is a fun, hands-on course where students will learn the art of watercolor painting through a simple, step-by-step approach. This event is in the "Everyone" group. ML - Hesston 1:30pm - 2:15pm Everyone Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. 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.		This event is in the "Adult" group. ML-Brentwood Lobby Stop 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adult Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Library in the Community Age Group: Adult Program Description: Community Stop Event Details: The La Porte County Public Library is excited to bring its services right to your lobby monthly! We offer a wide variety of books, movies, and other resources for your enjoyment. You can:
2 pm					This event is in the "Family" group. "Here Comes Peter Cottontail!" Storytime & Craft 2:00pm - 3:00pm Family Fish Lake Branch This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch Room: FL-Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Description: Storytime Event Details: Hop on over for a fun-filled Easter-themed storytime featuring the beloved Peter Cottontail, followed by a creative, bunny-inspired craft.
3 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group. Cutting the Cord 3:00pm - 5:00pm Adult Fish Lake Branch This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch Room: FL-Meeting Room 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!	This event is in the "Everyone" group. ML - Butterfly Garden Estates 3:30pm - 4:00pm Everyone Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "6-11" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Kitchen Safety Crime Scene 4:00pm - 5:00pm 6-11, Teen Union Mills Branch This event is in the "6-11" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. 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.		This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen Club: Anime Callout 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Hanna Branch This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Hanna Branch Room: HA-Meeting Room Age Group: Teen Program Description: Local Interests Event Details: Calling all anime & Manga fans! There’s more to anime than Naruto and Yu-Gi-Oh! Come discover how big the world of anime and Manga really is while also exploring Japanese culture!	This event is in the "Everyone" group. ML-Carriage House Apartments 4:00pm - 4:30pm Everyone Library in the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. 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. This event is in the "Teen" group. After School Teen Lab 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Main Library This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Multipurpose Room Age Group: Teen Program Description: STEAM Event Details: Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do after school? Join us every Thursday for a creative escape where you can craft, innovate, and express yourself!
5 pm	This event is in the "Family" group. Family Storytime 5:00pm - 5:30pm Family Main Library This event is in the "Family" group. 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 the letter M/monkeys! This week's craft is an excellent activity for enhancing letter recognition.	This event is in the "Adult" group. Talk & Stitch 5:30pm - 7:30pm Adult LPCPL Exchange This event is in the "Adult" group. 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!		This event is in the "Everyone" group. La Porte County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting 5:30pm - 6:30pm Everyone Main Library This event is in the "Everyone" group. 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.
6 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group. Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult Main Library Open Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult Program Description: Health and Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 41 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.		This event is in the "Adult" group. Chapter Chats Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult Main Library This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Study Cafe Age Group: Adult Program Description: Book Discussion Event Details: Introducing the brand new book club, Chapter Chats! We welcome you to join us to talk about the books that we are all loving, hating, and all the books in between. This month: Bring Your Own Book

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