Youth & Families

Mom laughing with son during homeschool lesson

La Porte County Public Library offers a variety of collections, events, and services for youth. Check out the resources below to find something for everyone in your family. 

Collections & Services

Upcoming Youth Events

This event is in the "Family" group

I Spy! Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/6–4/10
Family
Kingsford Heights Branch
Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Stop by for an I Spy-themed scavenger hunt at the library anytime we're open during spring break! 

This event is in the "Family" group

Choose Your Own Storytime

4:00pm–4:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Did you know reading with your child develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read? 

This event is in the "Kids 6-11" group

Creative Kids - Plantable Paper

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids 6-11
Union Mills Branch
Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 6-11
Program Description: Games and Play, STEAM
Event Details:

Let your imagination go wild! Try creative make-and-try activities that help you discover new skills and explore big ideas. Learning has never been more fun!

Celebrate Earth Month by recycling newspaper into usable, plantable paper packed with seeds.

This event is in the "Family" group

Safe Sleep Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Family
Union Mills Branch
Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Join the La Porte County Health Department and LPCPL to learn more about safe sleeping habits for your baby. 

This event is in the "Family" group

Pokémon Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Family
Hanna Branch
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Get creative in the kitchen for Spring Break! You'll learn about following recipes, measuring, kitchen safety, healthier eating habits, and nutrition. For this Pokémon Club, we'll utilize the charlie cart by making Pikachu Rice Balls!

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.

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 "Kids 0-5" group

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

10:00am–10:30am
Kids 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Kids 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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Stories & More Ages 3-5

10:00am–10:30am
Kids 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Kids 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 letter K!

This event is in the "Family" group

On-the-Go Tic-Tac-Toe

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family
Fish Lake Branch
Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn how to make games and toys using a 3D Printer. Take home your very own Tic-Tac-Toe keychain game.

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.

This event is in the "Family" group

Laser Cut/Engrave Spring Designs

10:00am–11:00am
Family
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Looking for a family fun activity to do this spring? Join us for an introduction the laser cutter/engraver! Learn what types of projects can be done with the laser cutter, then choose from a selection of seasonal designs to paint and decorate.

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.

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, Grow, Read!

Play, Grow, Read! spaces engage young children and their caregivers in purposeful play. Each space includes books, games, and activities intended to help children ages 0-5 get ready to read.

Digital Library

Kanopy Kids

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A collection of movies and shows just for kids! Enjoy unlimited plays of enriching, educational and entertaining films and TV series.

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La Porte County Public Library Libby for Kids

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Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and more with Libby from OverDrive.

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Local School Corporations

A.K. Smith Center

Provides Adult Education and English as a Second Language classes to Indiana Residents 16 years and older.

Phone Number
Address

817 Lafayette St.
Michigan City, IN 46360
United States

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La Porte Community School Corporation

Address

1000 Harrison St.
La Porte, IN 46350
United States

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La Porte County Purdue Extension

Providers of scientific research-based information and education with a focus on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth.

Phone Number
Address

2857 W. State Road 2
Suite A.
La Porte, IN 46350
United States

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Michigan City Area Schools

Phone Number
Address

408 South Carroll Ave.
Michigan City, IN 46360
United States

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New Prairie United School Corporation

Phone Number
Address

5327 N. Cougar Rd.
New Carlisle, IN 46552
United States

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