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Classes at the Library

Want to learn something? The library is the place to go! Here are the classes coming up at all locations over the next few days:

Break-Out Science: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Highland - Children's Programming Room
Sat, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children in grades 3-5 will play while exploring science with Breakout Edu Science presented by Purdue professor Wendy St Jean.
Mindful Storytime
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
Sat, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, mindfulness, movement and fun, calming activities.
Registration is now closed
Create an Artful Life: Acrylic Painting
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Mon, Jan 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Work with acrylics & canvas on an easel, following instructor's example to create an original piece of art. $20 cash fee paid at the time of class covers all materials.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Mon, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Mon, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills.
Storytime: Ages 4-5
Cedar Lake - Children's Programming Room
Mon, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, crafts, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.
Create an Artful Life: Acrylic Painting
Merrillville - Meeting Room A
Mon, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Work with acrylics & canvas on an easel, following instructor's example to create an original piece of art. $20 cash fee paid at the time of class covers all materials.
One-On-One Tech Help: Computer Help
Highland - Quiet Study Room
Mon, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.
This event is full
Storytime: Ages 4-6
Hobart - Children's Program Room
Mon, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft that teach pre-reading skills for kids 4-6.
One-On-One Tech Help: Computer Help
Highland - Quiet Study Room
Mon, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Receive individualized instruction in basic computer skills.
This event is full
English as a Second Language (ESL) - Room A Merrillville Branch
New venue Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Mon, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead - School Age Steam
Munster - Children's Program Room
Mon, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hands-on learning for school-age children involving science and technology. Please register all attendees so we may be able to count you in our attendance.
One-On-One Tech Help: Device Help
Hobart - Large Meeting Room
Mon, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Receive help with your device.
This event is full
Citizenship Classes
Merrillville - Meeting Room C
Tue, Jan 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
The class is designed to help adults improve their English reading, writing and speaking skills, focusing on the necessary civic information to prepare for American citizenship.
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Merrillville - Children's Programming Room
Tue, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a craft, that teach early literacy skills. "Letter N"
Storytime: Ages 4-6
St. John - Children's Program Room
Tue, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.
Storytime: Ages Birth - 6
Lake Station-New Chicago - Children's Program Room
Tue, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Families are invited to join us for a 45-minute story time. We will read books, sing songs, and do fun activities!
Storytime: Ages 4-6
St. John - Children's Program Room
Tue, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, and a craft.
Art Club (Grades K-6)
Cedar Lake - Meeting Room A
Tue, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
School-age children, K-6th grade, are invited to the library for an hour of art exploration and fun. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Please wear clothes you can get messy in.
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More Than Just Story Time!

Bring your child to our Mother Goose on the Loose classes! These classes are free and are designed to teach parents how to play with their babies and toddlers in a way that stimulates growth and development (especially for speech and fine motor skills!)