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August 1-31
This is a month-long online book discussion is available to anyone, anywhere, at any time of day through email of Why Be Happy When You Could be Normal written by Jeannete Winterson. The memoir begins as a tragicomic tale of triumph over appalling adoptive parents. It is ferociously funny and continues as an unforgettable quest for belonging as she fought her way to adulthood, finding success, love, and the ability to forgive. To join the discussion send an email to remarks@lcplin.org.
Young Adult Online Book Discussion August 1-31 Teens can participate in this month-long online book discussion available at any time of day from anywhere of the novel: Ashfall by Mike Mullin. When a dormant super volcano erupts in Yellowstone National Park it disrupts weather patterns and plunges a teenager's hometown into a nightmare of darkness, ash, and violence. He then begins a harrowing trek to search for his family, discovering the skills to survive and outlast an epic disaster. To join email: teenreads@lcplin.org. Please call 219-769-3541 ext 335 for more information.
Cedar Lake – The Cedar Lake Branch Library, 10010 W. 133rd Avenue, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/cl.htm or call 374-7121.
Crochet @ Your Library Monday, August 4 7 p.m. Learn beginning stitches while working on a simple project. Bring a skein of 100% cotton yarn and a size H crochet hook.
Computer Class: Navigating the Net Monday, August 11 1 p.m. Participants will explore the library's home page & learn about web addresses, links, search engines, & other aspects of the World Wide Web. They will also learn how to use the library's home page to find information, along with Yahoo and Google.
Email Basics Monday, August 11 6:30 p.m. or Thursday, August 14 2 p.m. Participants will learn the basics of using email, sending and receiving mail, and using attachments.
History on Film: Journey to the Center of the World Tuesday, August 12 2 p.m. Travel through history via the library's big screen viewing the virtually endless cave system beneath the jungles of Guatemala is one of the last truly unexplored places on Earth.
Books & Chat Wednesday, August 20 6:30 p.m. Readers will discuss Room by Emma Donoghue. Narrator Jack and his mother, who was kidnapped seven years earlier live in a tiny, 11-foot-square soundproofed cell in a converted shed in the kidnapper's yard. But Ma, as Jack calls her, proves to be resilient and and attempts a nail-biting escape.
Travel the World Without Leaving Home Tuesday, August 26 2 p.m. Enjoy arm chair travel via the library's big screen discovering western shore of Great Britain – Wales, a principality reconstructed into Celtic, Roman and Medieval villages over the centuries.
Cedar Lake – The Cedar Lake Branch Library, 10010 W. 133rd Avenue, is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/cl.htm or call 374-7121.
Mother Goose on the Loose Fridays, August 1 & 15 10:30am or 11:30 am Babies and toddlers, birth to 36 months of age, will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.
Craft Fair Friday, August 1 1-3 p.m. Children of all ages, accompanied by an adult, will create a variety of art projects!
Crafts & More @ the Library! Mon.-Sat., Aug. 4-25 All Day All month long enjoy crafts & more for all ages, along with early literacy activities for families & young children! It's always fun @ the library!
LEGO Mania Thursday, August 7 2 p.m. Children through grade 6 will make and display their own LEGO creations made with library LEGO bricks! All supplies and snacks will be provided. Preschool children must be accompanied by an adult.
Block Party Tuesday, August 12 10:30am Or 1pm The Purdue Extension Agency is offering this free program for families and their children, ages 8 months to 8 years. Have fun interacting with your children while learning how you can help them develop a variety of skills through block play. Five stations are set up, each with a different set of blocks of all sizes that aids the children in learning a specific skill.
Try-It Tuesday Tuesday, August 12 4 p.m. Teens, 11 & older, create with duct tape, bottle caps, & pop tabs, and will make snow cones and smoothies, too.
Duct Tape Mania Wednesday, August 13 2 p.m. Children (kindergarten to grade 5) will create with duct tape, hear stories, and play games. All supplies will be on hand.
Wildcard Wednesday Wednesday, August 13 4 p.m. Teens, 11 & older, drop in for D-I-Y crafts, projects, and/or activities! All materials and snacks provided.
Toddler Time Thursdays, August 14 & 28 10:30 a.m. Toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age accompanied by a caregiver, will participate in stories, finger plays, music activities, crafts, and more. Activities are designed to help develop important pre-literacy skills.
Story Hour for 4 & 5 Year Olds Tuesday, August 19 10:30am or 1pm 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.
Sensational Science Thursday, August 21 4 p.m. Experiment, plan, build, and compute! Presented in collaboration with the initiative to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math), this collaborative effort is open to anyone in middle or high school. Please pre-register for this sensational program!
Ozmania: Celebrating 75 Years of The Wizard of Oz Monday, August 25 6:30 p.m. Children will celebrate Oz with stories, music, games & crafts all about scarecrows, tin men, lions, wizards, magical places & more.
GameFest Wednesday, August 27 3-5 p.m. Teens play Wii, PlayStation and board games. If you want, participate in a tournament, too. Snacks & pop provided.
Schererville– The Dyer-Schererville Branch Library, 1001 Lincoln Highway (US 30), is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/ds.htm or call 322-4731.
Independent Film Monday, August 4 1:30 p.m. Follow pro basketball player Kevin Sheppard, who signed on to play for the upstart Iranian Super League team A.S. Shiraz. Farsi and English with English subtitles. Not rated; adults only. Running time, 95 min. Registration is not required.
Stamp Class Tuesday, August 12 6:30 p.m. There is a $5 fee to cover the cost of materials provided to design and complete customized greeting cards, due at the time of the class. Please bring a glue stick.
Virtual Tourist Wednesday, August 20 7 p.m. Journey and explore the jade market, Central Pier and more in the city of Hong Kong, while sampling a food item from one or more of the locales.
Between The Lines Wednesday, August 27 7 p.m. Thursday, August 28 10:15 a.m. A teenager is hired to stay with aging J. Norman Alvord and together they discover memories of another life. Join us as we discuss the moving and inspirational novel, Dandelion Summer, by Lisa Wingate. Registration is not required.
Schererville– The Dyer-Schererville Branch Library, 1001 Lincoln Highway (US 30), is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/ds.htm or call 322-4731.
Castle Demolition for Teens Wednesday, August 6 6:30 p.m. Teens storm this castle by creating marshmallow-loaded catapults; ammunition may be soft, but the damage is real.
Griffith – The Griffith-Calumet Township Branch Library, 1215 E. 45th Avenue, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/gr.htm or call 838-2825.
Paper Creations Tuesday, August 5 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 19 6:30 p.m. Design personalized cards and other paper creations . The $5 fee covers materials and is due at the time of the class. Bring adhesive and scissors. Registration before Monday at 7:00 p.m. is required.
StoryLovers Book Group Tuesday, August 5 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 6 10:30 a.m. Author of six New York Times bestselling novels, Emily Giffin's Where We Belong is an unforgettable story of a powerful secret, its effect on two families, and the life-altering journey that follows.
Thursday Threaders Thursdays, August 7-28 10:30 a.m. Every or any Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.
Family Scrabble Night Thursday, August 7 6 p.m. Families are invited to an evening of playing Scrabble—have fun together while increasing your vocabulary.
Saturday Scrappers Saturday, August 9 & 23 Noon-4 p.m. Join in this scrap book gathering to chat with other like minded scrap booking friends while working on your scrap books.
Mystery Loves Co. Discussion Monday, August 11 1 p.m. Hannah Swenson's bakery is plenty busy but that won't stop the amateur sleuth from bringing a killer to justice in Cinnamon Roll Murder, a cozy mystery by Joanne Fluke.
Folk Beliefs and Garden Lore Tuesday, August 12 7 p.m. Susan Eleuterio, professional folklorist, educator, and master gardener, explores common beliefs and traditions connected with gardening.
Blood Pressure Screening Tuesday, August 19 10:30 a.m. - Noon Free blood pressure screening is provided by a medical professional.
Movie Wednesday Wednesday, August 20 2 p.m. At sea, a resourceful sailor (Robert Redford) finds himself, despite all efforts to the contrary, staring his mortality in the face. Adults only. 106 minutes; PG-13.
Book Buddies Monday, August 25 4 p.m. William Kent Krueger writes a thoughtful, literary mystery, Ordinary Grace, that is wholly compelling and anything but ordinary.
Great Decisions: Energy Independence Tuesday, August 26 6:30 p.m. Join us as we take a look at the petroleum supply chain, identify U.S. domestic energy goals and the causes and consequences of increased U.S. domestic energy production.
A New Approach to Parenting Wednesday, August 27 6-8 p.m. Strategies For Care representatives can help families cultivate healthy options for resolving conflict and increase positive relationships in this program known as “Inspire, Create & Excite (ICE).
Griffith – The Griffith-Calumet Township Branch Library, 1215 E. 45th Avenue, is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/gr.htm or call 838-2825.
Preschool Story Hour for 4s & 5s Tuesdays, August 5 & 19 1 p.m. Preschoolers, ages 4 & 5, and more independent minded 3 year olds will hear stories, enjoy music, games, finger plays and make a quick craft to take home. Walk-ins are welcome.
Story Time for 2s & 3s Wednesdays, August 6 & 20 10:30 a.m. Children, ages 2 & 3, will enjoy a story time with books, finger play, musical games and a quick craft.
Mother Goose on the Loose Wednesdays, August 13 & 27 10:30 a.m. Babies and toddlers, birth to 23 months of age accompanied by a caregiver, will enjoy stories, music finger play, games, and the rhymes of Mother Goose.
LEGO Mania Monday, August 18 4 p.m. Children in kindergarten through 6th grade will build with the library's LEGO blocks.
Graphic Novel Book Club Thursday, August 28 6:30 p.m. Teen fans of Graphic Novels are welcome to come in and see how this book discussion is run and then join us next month. We will be talking about Percy Jackson & the Olympians series.
Highland – The Highland Branch Library, 2810 Jewett Street, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/hi.htm or call 838-2394.
History On Film Monday, August 4 2 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Benjamin Franklin's fascinating and diverse accomplishments defined him as a Renaissance man who will be forever enshrined as an American hero. Registration is not required.
Teens - Share your Favorites! Wednesday, August 6 2 p.m. This month teens talk about the books they've read over the summer. Bring some titles to share! Snacks included. Registration is not required.
Travel Film Monday, August 18 2 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Journey to Bangkok, with it's Grand Palace, flower market, Golden Mount, and Marble Temple. Registration is not required.
Stamp Camp Wednesday, August 20 6:30 p.m. With professional assistance, design and complete customized greeting cards and more. There is a $5 fee to cover the cost of materials provided due at the time of the class.
Computer Class- Meet the Mouse Thursday, August 21 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 26 1:30 p.m. Learn the basics of how to 'click' and move the mouse effectively. Class size is limited.
Gardening Class Thursday, August 21 6:30 p.m. Master gardener Stacey Haskins provides a class on brightening up your property for the fall season.
Classic Feature Film Monday, August 25 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. A young girl is raised to be the mistress of a wealthy young man. Starring Leslie Caron, Hermione Gingold, and Maurice Chevalier. Registration is not required. (1958, 116 min)
Computer Class - Make the Most of Library Computers Wednesday, August 27 1:30 p.m. Thursday, August 28 1:30 p.m. Beginners learn the keyboard, desktop and simple word processing skills. Basic mouse skills required. Class size is limited.
Once Upon A Crime Thursday, August 28 7 p.m. Unpredictable twists propel Boston Medical Examiner Maura Isles and homicide detective Jane Rizzoli through this compelling mystery with some good, old-fashioned shockers. Join us as we discuss Ice Cold by Tess Gerritsen. Registration is not required.
Highland – The Highland Branch Library, 2810 Jewett Street, is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/hi.htm or call 838-2394.
Brown Bag Movie Friday, August 1 12:30 p.m. Bring your lunch and a beverage, we will provide the popcorn and movie. No RED drinks, please! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call the library for the movie title. Rated: PG Runtime: 86 minutes.
Tremendous 2's & 3's: Summertime Fun! Monday, August 11 10:30 a.m. 2 and 3 year old children, along with their caregivers, will enjoy stories, finger plays, music and a craft during this 40 minute lap-sit program.
Family Story Hour Tuesday, August 12 6:30 p.m. Families with children, 3 to 6 years old, will enjoy stories, finger plays, music, and a craft.
Fabulous 4's & 5's Wednesday, August 13 10:30 a.m. Children will enjoy stories, finger plays, music, related activities and a craft.
Wednesday, August 13: LEGO Club Wednesday, August 13 3:30 p.m. School age children (who have completed kindergarten to 6th grade) are invited to free build with the library's LEGO blocks or build the 'challenge' project. Parents of children through 2nd grade should plan to stay in the room with their child.
Teen Advisory Board Wednesday, August 20 2 p.m. Snacks will be served and plans will be made for fall projects, including plans for Banned Books Week. Registration is not required.
Mother Goose on the Loose Tuesday, August 19 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 20 10:30 a.m. Babies and toddlers, 6 to 36 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this 30 minute interactive nursery rhyme program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement.
Hobart – The Hobart Branch Library, 100 Main Street, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/ho.htm or call 942-2243.
Book Giveaway August 1-31 All day Free books for adults, teens, and children from our book sale room anytime during library open hours for those submitting a book review. See circulation desk for details.
Adult Learning Classes Mon. & Wed., Aug. 4-27 Noon-4 p.m. or 4 – 8 p.m. Tues. & Thurs., Aug. 26 & 28 Noon-4 p.m. only Attend classes to prepare for your G.E.D., adult basic education, or English as a second language. Call Lynn Pergher of the Hobart Learning Center at 942-2243, ext. 672.
Super Scrabble Monday! Monday, August 4 2 p.m. Adults looking to sharpen or show off their word skills are invited to come play Scrabble and socialize with others.
Travel Movie Tuesday, August 5 2 p.m. Travel to Scotland to see Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Glamis castle, Loch Ness, Glasgow and much more. Refreshments will be served.
Tuesdays with Movies Tuesday, August 12 1 p.m. Hobbit Bilbo Baggins continues his adventure with Wizard Gandalf, led by Thorin Oakenshiled, encountering the vicious dragon Samug. Rated PG-13; running time of 161 minutes. Refreshments served.
Who Picked This Book? Tuesday, August 19 10:30 a.m. Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein is a gripping WWII story with tension and danger as two women embark upon a covert mission. Come chat and enjoy the refreshments made by the baking librarian.
Stamp Camp Thursday, August 21 6:30 p.m. There is a $5.00 fee, due at the time of class, that covers the cost of making paper craft customized greeting cards. Please bring a pair of scissors.
Hobart – The Hobart Branch Library, 100 Main Street, is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/ho.htm or call 942-2243.
Super Scrabble Saturday!v Saturday, August 16 10 a.m. - Noon All ages are welcome to play Scrabble and other games at the library. Enjoy playing games with others!
Lake Station– The Lake Station-New Chicago Branch Library, 2007 Central Avenue, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/lsnc.htm or call 962-2409.
Book Chat Thursday, August 7 10 a.m. The mugging of a retired school teacher has unexpected repercussions for her friends and neighbors in How It All Began by Penelope Lively. Check out book - read it- have opinion - eat snacks.
Coffee, Donuts, and a Movie Wednesday, August 13 10:30 a.m. John Wayne stars in this true story of the search for a young girl captured by Comanches shortly after the end of the Civil War. Registration not required.
Movie Wednesday Wednesday, August 13 2 p.m. Inspired to build a baseball diamond in his cornfield, Ray Kinsella (Kevin Costner) experiences a close encounter with a team of baseball legends. Refreshments will be served. Registration is not required.
Merrillville – The Lake County Public Library, 1919 W. 81st Avenue, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/cnl.htm or call 769-3541, and the extension listed.
Ask Me! I Work Here! Mondays, August 4-25 2-4 p.m. Library Staff in the Cafe Vending Area will answer your questions about library materials that should work on your computer or portable device! Bring your electronic toys and let's figure out the answer to your question! Registration is not required. Ext. 340
Yoga Class Wednesdays, August 6 & 20 6 p.m. Sign up for this yoga class with an instructor who has studied yoga for over 30 years and participated in state, national, and international level yoga competitions. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat. Ext. 317.
Paper Creations with Jolanda Thursday, August 7 1 p.m. There is a $5 fee to cover materials used designing handmade greeting cards due at the time of class. Bring scissors and adhesive. Ext. 317
One on One Computer Class Thursday, August 7 & 28 6 p.m. Adults can sign up for a one hour session on how to use the Internet, set up free email accounts, or write a resume. Ext. 334
Movie Time Saturday, August 9 1 p.m. In futuristic Chicago, people are are divided into factions based on human virtues. Stop by for the movie, popcorn, and beverages. Rated PG-13 ; 140 minutes Registration is not required. Ext. 338
A New Approach to Parenting Workshop Tuesday, August 12 6-8 p.m. The ICE Project (Inspire, Create, Excite) workshop, taught by representatives of Strategies For Care, is designated to encourage parents to step back from the punitive style of parenting. Ext. 315
Social Media for Business: Facebook Wednesday, August 13 6-8 p.m. Saturday, August 16 9:30-11:30 a.m. Learn the ins and outs of operating a Facebook page for your business! This class will cover social media basics, establishing a presence across platforms, and Facebook-specific tips and strategies for businesses (with plenty of time for questions at the end!). Ext. 341
Northwest Indiana Butterfly Club Thursday, August 14 10 a.m. Observe and learn about butterflies, gardening for them, rearing, conservation and photography. Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month and everyone is welcome! Ext. 317
Circle of Readers Book Discussion Thursday, August 14 6:15 p.m. Readers will discuss Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey by Fiona Carnarvon, a fascinating look at the woman of the house who turned her castle into a hospital for wounded British shoulders returning from World War I. Registration is not required. Ext. 338
Gardening Class Tuesday, August 19 7 p.m. Get a fresh angle that compliments your location to draw the eye to pleasant groupings and arrangements in this Border Gardening class presented by Master Gardener Stacey Haskins. Ext. 336
Affordable Care - Qualifying for Special Enrollment Wednesday, August 20 4-6 p.m. The Affordable Care and the Health Insurance Marketplace are available all year long if you have a Qualifying Life Event. Discover what Qualifying Life Events are and tips on entering the Marketplace. Ext. 340
Play Chess and Checkers @ Your Library Thursday, August 21 All Day Chess and Checker sets are available to use while in the library from the Circulation desk. Registration not required. Ext. 364
Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease Friday, August 22 10 a.m. To 1 p.m. Join in this free informational and interactive session that focuses on understanding the disease process of progressive dementia. A light lunch will be provided from 11:30am to Noon followed by advanced issues and strategies. Please register by calling toll free at 1-888-303-0180.
Laugh for the Health of it! Tuesday, August 26 7 p.m. A Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor leads lead a unique exercise routine where anyone can laugh unconditionally to oxygenate the body, reduce stress and change mood. No mats or yoga postures needed. Ext. 317
Merrillville – The Lake County Public Library, 1919 W. 81st Avenue, is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs:visit www.lcplin.org/branches/cnl.htm or call 769-3541, ext. 360.
Craft Table for Children August 1-30 All Day Children of all ages are welcome - Monday through Sunday, when the Library is open - to make a craft at the craft table in the Children's Department.
Teen Anime Club Tuesday, August 19 6-8 p.m. Designed for teens, ages 13-18, a superhero learns that his girlfriend has been taken by the Japanese crime syndicate. Rated TV-14. Snacks provided. Registration not required. Ext. 334
Munster – The Munster Branch Library, 8701 Calumet Avenue, is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/mu.htm or call 836-8450.
Classic Film Monday, August 11 2 p.m. Screen legend Gregory Peck stars as courageous Southern lawyer Atticus Finch in this film based on Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about innocence, strength and conviction. Not rated; running time 130 min; subtitled.
Independent Film Tuesday, August 12 2 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Over the course of two autumns and three winters, Arman, Amelie, and Benjamin share the moments, accidents, love stories and memories that will define who they are. In French with English subtitles. Not rated; adults only; 91 min.
Gardening Class Wednesday, August 13 6:30 p.m. Backyard composting is an attractive, simple method of managing organic waste that can be performed by a variety of methods. Presented by Master Gardeners Bill and Jennifer Tobin.
Explore The Intracoastal Waterway Thursday, August 21 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway on the Nantucket Clipper, visiting historic coastal ports along the way.
Blood Pressure Screening Thursday, August 28 10 a.m. - Noon A medical representative provides free blood pressure screenings. No appointments or registration needed.
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion Thursday, August 28 1:30 p.m. An eleven-year-old aspiring chemist with a passion for poison, must exonerate her father of murder and begins a search that will lead her all the way to the King of England himself in The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley .
Great Books Discussion Thursday, August 28 7 p.m. Readers are invited to a discourse of 'Rameau's Nephew' by Denis Diderot, a selection from the fourth series of Great Books. The 'Great Books Reading & Discussion Program' includes the best that has been thought and written in the Western tradition. These classics are specially chosen by the University of Chicago's Hutchins & Adler for their ability to stimulate meaningful discussion.
Munster – The Munster Branch Library, 8701 Calumet Avenue, is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs:visit www.lcplin.org/branches/mu.htm or call 836-8450.
'Fizz, Boom, Read' Science Fair Saturday, August 2 2-4 p.m. Participants can experiment with hands on science centers and play carnival games at our Summer finale. Reading cards and ribbons will be distributed as well. Raffle prizes will be drawn at 3pm; winner need not be present.
Power Paws for Reading Thursday, August 7 6 p.m. Power Paws for Kids is a unique program where children are matched up with a dog and a volunteer to practice reading aloud. All levels of readers are welcome.
LEGO Building Thursday, August 14 3-7 p.m. Young LEGO enthusiasts, kindergarten and up, are invited to stop by any time from 3 to 7 pm for some creative building time with other kids. Participants will construct with LEGO blocks, then share their creations with the group.
Mother Goose on the Loose Wednesday, August 20 10:30 a.m. The program is designed for parents who want to learn how to play with their baby (birth to 23 months of age), while stimulating mental growth. Individual sessions include rhymes, chants, songs, stories, and activities geared to help early childhood development.
St. John – The St. John Branch Library, 9450 Wicker Avenue (US 41), is offering the following programs for adults.
Registration required for all programs:visit www.lcplin.org/branches/sj.htm or call 365-5379.
Stamp Camp Monday, August 4 6:30 p.m. Express your creativity with rubber stamps and decorative paper! A $5 fee that covers the cost of materials is due at class time.
Sit & Stitch Wednesdays, August 6 & 20 6-8 p.m. Bring your crocheting, knitting or sewing project & gather with others who have a common thread.
Master Garden Program Monday, August 11 7 p.m. Master Gardener, Debbie Doerr, will present 'Easy Vegetable Gardening' This program is co-hosted by the St. John Garden Club.
Page Turners Book Club Wednesday, August 13 6:30 p.m. Join us as we discuss Garden Spells by Sarah Allen. When Sydney returns to her hometown, her sister's life is turned upside down when they learn their famous apple tree has special powers.
Big Screen Musical Tuesday, August 19 1:30 p.m. Come watch this magical tale about the boy who refuses to grow up featuring Cathy Rigby as Peter Pan. Refreshments will be served. Running time: 104 min.
St. John – The St. John Branch Library, 9450 Wicker Avenue (US 41), is offering the following programs for children and teens.
Registration required for all programs: visit www.lcplin.org/branches/sj.htm or call 365-5379.
Toddler Time for 2 & 3 Year Olds Tuesdays, August 5 & 19 10:15am or 11:15am Toddlers, accompanied by an adult caregiver, will listen to stories and participate in music, finger play, and other activities.
Amazing LEGO Club Tuesday, August 5 & 19 1:30 p.m. Young LEGO enthusiasts (kindergarten to 5th grade) are invited to use their imagination as they build with the library's LEGO blocks.
Story Time for 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds Fridays, August 8 & 22 10:30 a.m. Or Tuesdays, August 12 & 26 10:30 a.m. Children will participate in an hour filled with stories, crafts and other activities.
Mother Goose on the Loose Thursdays, August 14 & 28 10:15 a.m. This half hour, lap-sit program uses songs, rhymes, and finger plays to encourage interaction and foster language development. This program is for children (0-23 months old) and a caregiver.
Bookworms: Book Discussion Group for Kids, Friday, August 15 4:00 p.m. Children (4th-8th grade) will meet one Friday a month to talk about a juvenile fiction book. They will also make a craft and have a snack.