Upcoming Youth Events
Stop by for an I Spy-themed scavenger hunt at the library anytime we're open during spring break!
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!
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.
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.
Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on and minds‑on activities that spark curiosity, build critical‑thinking skills, and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Build a gumdrop structure to practice fine motor and problem-solving skills.
Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on and minds‑on activities that spark curiosity, build critical‑thinking skills, and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Earn your wings by designing a paper airplane and seeing how far it can fly!
Join us for Drop Everything And Read Day!
This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs, and more for all ages!
Looking for more advanced STEM lessons? Come to Homeschool Hub where we will be teaching science lessons on robots, computers, and other small machines!
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
A collection of movies and shows just for kids! Enjoy unlimited plays of enriching, educational and entertaining films and TV series.
La Porte County Public Library Libby for Kids
Local School Corporations
A.K. Smith Center
Provides Adult Education and English as a Second Language classes to Indiana Residents 16 years and older.
817 Lafayette St.
Michigan City, IN 46360
United States
F.A.C.E.S. Services
La Porte Community School Corporation
1000 Harrison St.
La Porte, IN 46350
United States
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.
2857 W. State Road 2
Suite A.
La Porte, IN 46350
United States