January 2016 Lose Weight and Read More in 2016 One of the most useful steps to losing weight is to keep track of what you eat. For voracious readers, keeping track has the opposite effect! Jotting down the books you read will likely Increase your reading, especially if you use online tools such as Goodreads, UbraryThing, Shelfari, or Booklikes. After signing up with one of these websites, keep track of the books you read by searching for tlttes and adding them to your virtual bookshelf with just a few clicks. You may also rate books with 1 to 5 stars, write reviews, and easily share your books on Facebook and Twitter. As your shelf fills up, Good reads will recommend other titles based on your fa vorites. Browse interesting lists like Best Nonfiction of the Year and Best uttle-Known Authors or find readers who like the same authors you do and check out the other authors they rate highly. On Shelfari, users add tags to describe story lines, characters, and tone. You can see all the books tagged as page turners, strong women, creepy or World War II just by clicking on the tags. With thousands of reviews, ratings, tags, read-alike lists, and recommendations at your fingertips, you'll find dozens of books you want to read. How will you keep track of them? Create another bookshelf! • Lake County Public Library's Bookshelves A tq clood is a fun way to see which shelvu Mva the most books. t• ct i n 0 fantasy~n-a-mod•m-ntting fnntnsy cutture'flOflfidX>n g phlc-novels historical-fiction hlstoncal-nonflctfon horror ttu or kids memoir modem-reallstlc.fictfon mystery nonfiCtiOn mo S'oties hUv nr c-f ction s Want to see what we're reading? We're happy to share our favorite books with you. Check out recommendations from LCPL staff by clicking the Goodreads link on our My Next Read page. If you'd rather talk to someone in person about what to read next, your local public library is the place to go! libraries happen to be full of people who love talk ing about books. Your local branch also has the resources you need to get fit this year with healthful cookbooks and DVDs running the gamut from relaxing yoga to fat-busting workouts. Why not try listening to an audio book Instead of music during your walk? Nothing makes time fly on the treadmill like a compelling story read by an engaging narrator. Downloading audio books to a mobile de vice is free with the OverDrive app and the library's extensive selection available at overdrive. lcplin.org. Visit your local branch for help downloading LCPL's collection of downloadable eB ooks, audio books, magazines, and music to your Kindle, Nook, iPad, tablet. or smart phone. • Best Wishes from the Lake County Public Library for a healthy year filled with good books! Chris Rettig, Dyer-schererville Branch ·llsk a Librarian· Online pg. 2 • Branch program~ pgs. 2·5 • Read-a-Than Pg. 6 -----------------------------------,- Social Media Savvy Tuesday,Jan. 1<4 I p.m. or Monday, jan. 18 6:30p.m. Adults will learn the basics of signing up for Twitter, Facebook, and Pintefest, along wi1h hints on how .to use them. Crafting Pins: PinPals Saturday,jan.l6 1-3 p.m. Adults will craft from creative Ideas found on Pinterest. Make the Most of Ubrary Computers N. supplies l..,cydirlg malerials to make hats & scarves Ced Lake Branch Wecf..Jan.6 or Mon.,Jan.l8 2 p.m. wiD be on hand. 10010 E.l33rdAve.,Cedar Lake, IN -%303 Adults learn basic computer terminology and how to 374-7121 use OpenOffice to write, edit, and print Knitting Class www.lcplin.org/branches/d.htm Monday, Jan. 18 & 15 7 p.m. Navigating the Net Both beginning and experienced knitters wiU receive in Bralnteasersl Play & Win! Thursday, jan. 7 I p.m. struction. Bring size 7 knitting needles and cotton yam. January 4·30 All Day Participants explore and learn about web addresses, To celebrate International Bralnteaser month, braln links, search engines, and other aspecl5 of lhe Jntemet. exen:ising games are available with prizes aU roonth Genealogy Basics during rlbrary open hours. An Afternoon of Scrabble Tuesday, Jan. 19 I p.m. Monday, jan. II & 15 2 p.m. Discover the amount of information available on Snack& Plan Play Scrabble with friends with an games and snacks the Internet for lracing your ancestors, learn to use Monday, Jan. 4 4 p.m. provided. Ancestry Library, and other dalabases. Teen members (11 &o lder) of the Teen Advisory Board will eat, play games, plan programs, and earn History on the Big Screen Books& Chat volunteers. Tuesday, Jan. 12 2 p.m. Wednesday,Jan.lO I p.m. Travel through history for an oWIView of college foot Crochet @Your Ubrary baD with Its legendary players and learns. Readers will discuss The Husband's Secret by Mondays, jan. 4 & 18 7 p.m. Liane Moriarty. Adults learn beginning stitches while working on a Tech Time simple project. Bring yam and a size H aochet hook. Tuesday, Jan. 12 & I J 4 p.m. Sensational Science Teens (11 and older) willleam basic programming, Thursday, Jan. 21 4 p.m. Meet the Mouse build a webslte, create a blog, make art, create their Teens will experiment. plan, bulld,and compute ~ Wed.,Jan.6 or Mon.,Jan.l8 I p.m. own arbot, and more. sensational projects. • Adults learn the basics of using the computer. a Librarian BOOKreMARKS Q: My friends and I just started a book club. We are trying to pick january I to 3 I our first title. Help! A· Lake County Public Library has over 300 "Book Club to Go• kits available for checkout. Each kit has 15 books (including some This is a month-long, online large print, if available), an author biography, book summary, and book discussion available to discussion questions, all in one convenient bundle. anyone, anywhere, at any time of day through email of: Eeny You can peruse the available titles on our website, www.lq!ljn.org. Meeny by M. J. Aldridge. Two Go to: Read > Book Discussions > Book Club Kits > See All Book people are abducted, impris Club Kits. Search by title, author, genre, or age group. Or you oned, and left with a gun. As can just browse the complete list of titles with cover images and hunger sets in, only one walks brief descriptions. away alive. Once you find a kit you want, click MReserve this kit", select your To join the discussion send an dates, and enter your information. Due to popularity, some titles email to [email protected]. may not be immediately available. After reserving a title, you get 6 weeks with the kit to allow plenty of time to read the book selection. Happy reading with your new book dub! Page 2 Registration required fot all programs by pflone or online except wflere noted. One-on-One Computer Instruction Teen Winter Olympics Saturday Feature Film Friday,Jan.ll I 0 a.m. Tuesday,Jan.l9 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9 2 p.m. Sign up for a one hour dass on how to use the internet, Teens (11 to 18) are Invited to compete, skate, and Chris Pratt stars in the newly released Jurassic World. set-up free email accounts, how to get eBooks, or any take part in a winter wonderland from the comfort of This film Is rated PG-13; run time is 124 minutes. other question you may have. the indoors . Registration is not required. • reate an Artful Ufe Virtual Tourist Mystery Loves Co. Discussion Saturday, Jan. 23 I 0 a.m. & I p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20 7 p.m. Monday,Jan.ll I p.m. Adults will work with acrylics on canvas with the as Tour the baking-hot shores of Egypt in this virtual visit. Read to discuss Identical by Scott Turow. Registration sistance of a professional instructor. There Is a $20 A local snack will be served. is not required. cash fee due at the time of class. Travel the World Without Leaving Home Keep Calm & Color On Movie Wednesday Tuesday, Jan. 26 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25 12:30 & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday,Jan.ll 2 p.m. Enjoy arm chair travel as you visit the beautiful Adults can de-stress with pencils and intricate cololing Adapted from Philippa Gregory's historical novel, dty of Stockholm, Sweden's capital, known as the sheets at either of these two sessions. The Other Boylen Girl, starring Scarlett Johansson, 'Northern Venice.' Natalie Portman, and Eric Bana is rated PG-13; run Bookdragons Club time Is 115 minutes. Registration is not required. Teen Gamefest Tuesday, Jan.l6 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 3·5 p.m. This dub for teens (11 to 18) lets them share what Gardening Class Teens 11 & older play games of choice, including they've read and pick out new books for the library to Monday, Jan. 18 7 p.m. PlayS tation & Wii. Snacks, tool purchase. Refreshments served. Master Gardener Dolly Foster shares tips and advice for both novice and veteran gardeners. Regislrahon Dyer-Schererville Branch Read Between the Unes is not required. I0 0 I W. Lincoln Hwy., Schererville, IN 46375 Wednesday, Jan. 27 7 p.m. 322-4731 or Thursday, Jan. 28 I 0: IS a.m. Movie Wednesday www.lcplin.org/branches/ds.htm Read to discuss The Whole Golden World by Wednesday, Jan. 20 2 p.m. Kristina Wriggle. A former pro-baseball player's faith in God is restored Personalized Reading Suggestions when he meets and inspirational man with down syn January 4 to 30 All Day Griffith-Calumet Twp. drome In Where Hope Grows. Rated PG-13; run time Call to schedule an appointment with a reader's ad 1215 E. 45th Ave., Griffith, IN 46319 is 95 minutes. Registration is not required. viser and start buDding your 'to read' list 838-2825 www.lcplin.org/branches/ff.htm Book Buddies Independent Foreign Film Monday,Jan.25 4 p.m • onday,Jan.4 I p.m. Saturday Scrappers Read to discuss Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. • ased on true events, Marie's Story recounts the Saturday,Jan.l II a.m.-4 p.m. inspiring life a young deaf and blind girt's courageous Registration Is not required. Join this scrap book gathering while working on your journey to learn to communicate. In French with English subtitles, not rated, adults only, run tlme 94 scrap book. Registration is not required. Moon Called Book Discussion minutes. Registration Is not required. Monday,Jan.lS 6:30 p.m. Create an Artful Ufe This book discussion of The Passage by Justin Cronin Hoosier Film Series Monday, Jan. 4 3 p.m. & 6 p.m. is for readers who enjoy urban fantasy. Registration Wednesday,Jan.6 1:30 p.m. Adults will work with acrylics on canvas with the as Is not required. Our Hoosier film series kicks off with The Brady Bunch sistance of a professional instructor. There is a $20 Movie featuring Ft. Wayne's Shelley Long portraying cas fee due at the time of class. Graphic Novel Book Club the original Mrs. Brady, Aorence Henderson from Dale, Thursday, Jan. 8 5:30 p.m. IN. Rated PG-13, run time 90 mlnutes. Paper Creations Teens are Invited to talk about the latest In graphic Tuesday,Jan.S I p.m. novels. Registration is not required. Ask Me! Employment Resources With professional assistance, design personalized Tuesday, Jan 12 2:30 p.m. cards and more. There Is a $5 fee due at the time of Time to Travel Assistance provided to search jobs, organize a class. Bring adhesive and scissors. resume, acquire a free email account, applications Wednesday, Jan. 27 2 p.m. online, and more. Travel to Egypt &t he Red Sea, visit pyramids, mum Storylovers Book GI"'up mies, and temples. Registration is not required. Tuesday, Jan. 5 5:30p.m. Stamp Class Wednesday, Jan. 6 10:30 a.m. Tuesday,Jan 12 6:30p.m. Teen Ani me Club Read to discuss The Assassin by Clive Cussler. Wrth professional assistance, work on projects created Thursday,Jan.l8 6:30p.m. Registration is not required. with decorative paper and rubber stamps. There is a Teens are invited to view an anima show rated TV-13. $5 fee due at the time of class. Snacks provided. Registration Is not required. Thursday Threaders Thursdays, Jan. 7 to 28 I 0:30 a.m. Wii Sports for Seniors The last Saturday Club: Mardi Gras Wednesday,Jan. 13 & 27 2 p.m. Every or any Thursday bring and work on your own Celebration Wii Sports requires a minimum of flexibility or speed, project while enjoying the company of others. Regis yet provides fun exercise and competition. tration Is not required. Saturday,Jan.30 2:30p.m. Get inspired by New Orleans-its history and ~s future; . obile Device Support GI"'up An Afternoon of Scrabble listen to jazz &z ydeco and Jon Batiste; get tips at how Tuesday,jan. 19 2-4 p.m. Thursday,Jan. 7 2-4 p.m. to throw a Mardi Gras bash. We can answer your questions about cell phones, Folks of all ages are Invited to a fun afternoon of tablets, Kindles, and iPads. Scrabble. Registration required for all programs by phone or online except where noted. Page 3 Book to Movie Matinee Tuesday, Jan. 12 2 p.m. Starring Matt Damon, this film features the Iconic character Jason Bourne, from author Robert Ludlum's best-selling spy novels. Rsglslration 1s not reqwred. Computer Class:Android Device Help. Tuesday,Jan.l2 3 p.m. Bring your android device to the library where staff are available to help you use It effectively. Highland Branch Stamp Camp Teen Gaming 2841 Jewett St., Highland, IN 46322 Wednesday, Jan. 20 6:30 p.m. Wednesday,Jan. 13 6 p.m. 838-2394 With professional assistance, participants will design Teens (grade 6 and up) are inwed to play Wii, PlayS ta customized greeting cards and more. Therre Is a $5 www.lcplin.o..Wbranches/hi.htm tion, and board games. Snacks provided. fee due at the time of dass. History on Film Computer Class: Overdrive Inspirational Book Discussion Monday,Jan.4 2 & 6:30p.m. Thursday,Jan. 14 3 p.m. Thursday,Jan.21 2 p.m. Take a mesmerizing journey back 2,200 years as you Learn how to access Overdrive to download free eB view The Tomb of the Terra Cotta wanm. Registra Read to discuss Still Life by Christa Parrish. Regi~ ooks and eAudio-Sooks onto your tablet and/or laptop. lion is not required. tion is not required. Contemporary Book Club Classic/Feature Film Teen Book Discussion Tuesday,Jan. 19 10:30 a.m. Monday, jan. 25 2 & 6 p.m. Wednesday, jan. 6 3:45 p.m. Read to discuss the murder mystery Weight of Blood Join us for the screen production of Max, a precision Teens will enjoy this discussion of Thf98 Times Luck by Laura McHugh. trained mllttary dog traumatized by the loss of his best by Sheila Turnage. Registration is not required. friend. Rated PG; 111 minutes run time. Registration is not reqwred. lndianaActors in Film Ask Mel Employment Resources Monday, jan. II 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19 3 p.m. Teen Game On! Irene Dunne (from Madison, IN) stars with William Wednesday, jan. 27 4 p.m. Assistance provided to search jobs, organize a Powell in Life With Father. Not rated; drca 1947; 118 resume, acquire a free email account, applications Teens are Invited to play all types of games: PS2, Wfi, minutes run time. Registration is not required. Magic and Pokemon cards, Munchkin, Superhero online, and more. Throwdown and more. RegiSUC/lJOII is not reqUired. Fiction Book Discussion Identity Theft Tuesday,Jan.l2 2 p.m. Once Upon a Crime Wednesday,Jan.20 2:30p.m. Read to discuss Burial Rites by Hannah Kent. Reg Thursday,jan.28 7 p.m. Phillip Foreman from the Indiana Attorney General Istration is not required. Read to discuss The Cuckoo's Calling, a murder mys Office offers tips to protect against America's fastest tery by Robert Galbranh. Registration Is not required. growing crime - identity theft. Registration is not TeenAnime Club required. Tuesday,jan.l2 2 p.m. Hobart Branrh Teen fans of anime will view an episode of The Devil I0 0 N. Main St., Hobart, IN 46342 D·I·Y Sharpie Mug Is a Part Timer. Registration is not requfred. Wednesday,Jan.l7 6 p.m. 9~2-2243 Teens in 6th to 12 grade can bring a plain mug to www.lcplin.o..Wbrancheslho.htm Highland Crime Watch Meeting design and decorate with sharpie markers that will be Wednesday,Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. provided. Registration is not roqulred. Travel Midwest USA The Crime Watch meeting Is presided by Corporal Tuesday, jan. 5 2 p.m. Shawn Anderson ([email protected]) and Home Brewing Take a whirlwind tour across the Midwest region. Run Officer Brandon Norris ([email protected]). Saturday, jan. 30 3-4:10 p.m. time: 60 minutes. Registration is not required. Homewood Brewing Supply Co. offers an informational session on the basics of brewing beer at horne. Adults Computer Class: iPad Tablet Help Card Games MASHUP 21 and older only. Tuesday, jan. 5 3 p.m. Thursday,Jan. 14 6 p.m. Bring your iPad and we can help you learn how to Teens (10-18) are Invited to bring cards and match Lake Station-Nelo¥ Chica~o use ~ effectively. wns (and decks) against other garners. Registration 2007 Central Avenue, Lake Station, IN 46405 is not required. . Adult Coloring Circle 962-2-i09 Wednesday, jan. 6 6 p.m. www.lcplin.oryjbranchesllsnc.htm Travel Film Wednesday, Jan. 20 I 0:30 a.m. Monday,Jan.l8 2 & 6:30p.m. Friday,jan.22 3 p.m. English as a Second Language Travel to China to see Hong Kong, Shanghai, the Adults are Invited to enjoy the tranquility and stress Mon.&Wed.,Jan.4 to 27 5-8 p.m. Garden of Harmonious Unity, and more. Registration relief of coloring with a variety of designs and color Neighbors' Educational Opportunities offers Engfish is not required. pendls. Reg1slnltion is not required. language dasses free of charge. Call 219--850-4448 or vlsn www.neoadu~ed.org to register. Teen Advisory Board Teen Movie Wednesday, jan. 20 3:45 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9 2 p.m. BookChat • Snacks will be served and plans will be made for Teens in grades 6 to 12 are lnmed to view the 2nd of Thursday,Jan. 7 10:30 a.m. upcoming projects by and for teens. RegiStration is Veronica Roth's dystoplan trilogy to prepare the third's Check out Reconstructing Amelia by Kimberly Mc not required. upcoming release. Rated PG-13, run time 119 minutes. Creight - read it-have opinion -enjoy snacks. Page 4 Registration required for all programs by phone or online except where noted. Family Nutrition Teen Anlme Club Scratch forTeens Friday, Jan. 8 II a.m.- I p.m. Tuesday,Jan.l9 6-8 p.m. Tuesday,Jan.l6 3:30p.m. Family Nutrition Adviser Belinda Stepnowski witt Teen fans of an1me wiH watch the first three episodes Teens will learn the basics of Saatch, a progrcmning discuss a variety of food and nutrition topics, dem- of Yooa of the Dawn. Snacks provided. software to make animated Interactive art ~ng how to prepare qua, tasty, and healthy, St. john Branch ... ----foods. Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease Frlday,jan. 22 10 a.m. 9450 Wicker Avenue, St. John, IN 46373 Cofl'ee, Donuts, and a Movie Join this free Informational and intefactive session that 365-5379 Wednesday,Jan.l3 10:30 a.m. focuses on understanding progressive dementia; fol. www.lcplin.orglbranches/sj.htm Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman star in Casa lowed by a light lunch and an advanced issues session. blanca. Not rated, 103 minutes run time. Stamp Camp Movie Time Monday,Jan.4 6:30p.m. Movie Wednesday Saturday,jan.ll I p.m. With professional assistance, design customized Wednesday,Jan.l3 l p.m. Paul Rudd and Michael Douglass are featured in the greeting cards and more. There is a $5 fee due at Batkld Begins is a heartwarming story of a child's fan film production Ant-Man. Rated PG-13, run time 117 the time of class. tasy come true through the Make-a-Wish Foundation. minutes. Registration is not required. Travel Film Series Rated PG; run time 87 minutes. I Work Here! Ask Me About Genealogy Tuesday, Jan. 5 l p.m. Explore Istanbul and Turquoise Coast in Turkey. Talk to a lawyer Thursday,Jan.l8 lA p.m. Refreshments served. Monday,Jan.l8 10 a.m.-.C:30 p.m. Todays topic: Social Security Applk:alions. Ubraly staff To commemorate Dr. Martin LutherKlng Jr.'s birthday, are avai1able in the Genealogy Room to help with your ColorY our Stress Away the local Bar Association is offering free, 10 to 15 family history questions and research. Wednesday, Jan. 6 2-4 p.m. minute, legal consults, on a first-come, first.served Adults (only) can relax and relieve stress using color Munster Branch basis. No appointments needed. pencils and intricately designed paper. 8701 CalumetAve., Munster, IN -46321 Merrillville Branch 836-8450 Sit& Stitch I9 I9 W. 81 stAve., Merrillville, IN 464 I0 www.lcplin.org/brancheslmu.htm Wednesdays, jan. 6 & 20 6:30p.m. 769-35-41 Bring your aochet, knitting, a-sewing project to gather www.lcplin.org/branches/cnl.htm ShuowHunten with others who have a common thread. Thursday,Jan. 7 3:30p.m. Color Outside the Unes Teens will celebrate the release of the tv show Shad Gardening Class Mon., Jan . .C &T hurs., Jan. 28 6:30p.m. owHunters based on the book series: The lmmonal Monday,Jan.ll 7 p.m. Adults can relax while coloring beautiful images Instruments by Cassandra Clare by playing games. Experienced gardeners as well as beginners are Aoeclauv designed for adults. All materials provided. Snacks served. Invited to this gardening class co-sponsored with the St. John Garden Club. --~~Is not required. Beyond Great Books English as a Second Language Wednesday,Jan.ll 6:30p.m. Page Turners Book Club Wednesday, Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. Mon. & Wed.. January II to 27 Join a discussion on selections from Plato's Republic Classes include speaking, reading, and writing Eng fiSh by Socrates in ~lch he construc1s his ideal city to Read to discuss The Sectet Life of Vdet Grant by Beatriz Williams. at various levels of instruction free of charge. Contact discover wherein justice lies. the Literacy Coordinator at Ext. 336 for further details. Make &: Take: Crafts for Teens Travel Film Series Thursday, Jan.ll 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan.ll l p.m. Circle of Readers Book Discussion Teens {6th -12th grades) will create a craft in an Thursday,Jan.l4 6:15p.m. Madagascar, called the 'Pearts of the Indian Ocean,' evening filled with food and fun. Read to discoss The SWsetness at the Bottom oft he is one of the world's most valuable habitats. Pie by C. Alan Bradley. Registration Is not requited. Classic Film Series Joy of Coloring Thursday,Jan.l8 l p.m. Wednesday,Jan.l7 1-3 p.m. Celebrate Indiana with a Movie The Pajama Game features the talents of Doris Day in Saturday,Jan. 16 I p.m. Come socialize, create, and shake off stress using this 1957 musical. Not rated: 101 minutes run time. color pencils and amazing coloring sheets. Celebrate Indiana's Bicerrtennial viewing the 1954 film On the Watemoot featuring Kart Malden from Gary, Thursday Af'temoon Book Discussion IN. Not rated: 108 minutes run time. Registralion is not required. Thursday,Jan.l8 1:30 p.m. Join us for a lively discussion of The Paris Architect by Chaf1es Belfoore. Create an Artful Life Monday, Jan. 18 I 0 a.m. Great Books Discussion Adults will work with a;rytics on canvas with the as Thursday,Jan.l8 6:30p.m. sistance of a professional instructor. There Is a $20 Readers are invited to ad iscourse of The Bible-Eccfe fee due at the time of class. slastes, a selection from the fifth series of Great Books. eBook Monday Fifth Friday Book Club ..o nday,Jan.t8 l-4 p.m. Frlday,jan.l9 10:30 a.m. ~ how to download and read free eboofts and Join us for a lively discussion of The Story ofB eautiful digital magazines from the library's Overdlfve, Zinio, Girl by Rachel Simon. and Ffipster. Regisntion is not required. Registration required for all programs by phone or online except where noted. Page 5 • sttliM:Bd VNVIONI'31111\H3H3HOS ~senbeH r.»fAJOS tseJppy 01\fd ·s·n 0~~ Nl'auJAil!lJClW 3~J.SOc:t 8nuaAV JS~g ts&M 6~6~ NOIJ.VZI~HO .WO&t-NON Ale.aqn !)IJqnd 4uno:> •ll81 • ~()1f3 ~IA()-a-Til()~ The Lake County Public Library Foundation is once again hosting the annual Read-a-Thon from Monday, January 11th through Friday, February 19th. This 6 week event is open to all children from preschoolers through 8th grade. While most schools in Lake County Public Library district participate, home schooled children and Individual children whose school does not participate are welcomed and encouraged to join in on their own through the local branch library. Prizes are presented to evety child that participates, includ o· ing recognition ribbons, 1 to 20• trophies, and gift cards, all depending on the volume of books read and funds generated. The Sponsor/Bookllst Record envelopes and the Read-a Than Rules/Checklist flyers are available through participat ing school librarians as well as your local branch library. e Readers Are Winners! The Library's Mission: The purpose of the Lake County Public Library is to provide the highest quality informational, educational, cultural, and recreational resources and services to residents of all ages in the Lake County Public Library district. Page6 1 em ....M I.._."·' u Z • Birth-IS mo. I·S YearOI 4·5 Year Olds • earegtwet a~td This 45 minute program is filled with This hour program is filled with This 30 minute lapsit program uses stories, songs, and finger plays, and stories, songs, finger plays, and songs, rhymes, and finger plays to a craft. a craft. encourage interaction and foster lan (C•reglve,. must N present during program.) Cedar Lake Branch: guage development and motor skills. cedar Lake Branch: 1st & 3rd Tuesday 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. Cedar Lake Branch: 2nd & 4th Thursday 10:30 a.m. Dyer-SChererville Branch 3rd Friday 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Dyer-Schererville Branch 2nd & 3rd Monday 1:30 p.m. Dyer-Scherervme Branch 2nd & 3rd Wed. 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. or 2nd & 3rd Tuesday 1:30 p.m. 2nd & 3rd Monday 10:30 a.m. or 2nd & 3rd Tuesday 10:30 a.m. Grttnth·Celumet 1Wp. Branch Griffith-calumet 1\vp Branch 1st & 3rd Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Griffith-calumet lWp. Branch 1st & 3rd Tuesday 1:00 p.m. 2nd & 4th Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Highland Branch: Highland Branch: Highland Branch: 2nd & 4th Monday 10:30a.m. 2nd & 4th Wednesday 10:30a.m. 1st & 3rd Tuesday 6:30a.m. Hobart Branch 1st & 3rd Wednesday 10:30 a.m. 2nd & 4th Monday 10:30 a.m. Hobart Branch Hobart Branch 2nd Friday 10:30a.m. 3rd Monday 1:30 p.m. 1st & 3rd Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Lake station-New Chicago Menillville Branch Lake Station-New Chicago 4th Monday 10:30 a.m. 2nd, 3rd & 4th Tuesday 11 a.m. 4th Friday 10:30 a.m. Menillvllle Branch Merrillville Branch Munster Branch 2nd, 3rd & 4th Tuesday 10a.m. 1st & 3rd Monday 10a.m. 1st & 3rd Tuesday 10:30a.m. Mu1nst1er Branch Munster Branch 1st & 3rd Wednesday 10:30a.m. 1st & 4th Mon. 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. 2nd & 4th Wednesday 10:30 a.m. St. John Branch: St. John Branch: st. John Branch: 2nd & 4th Monday 1 p.m. 2nd & 4th Wednesday 10:30 a.m. 1st & 3rd Tues. 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. 2nd, & 4th Tuesday 10:30a.m. Lake Count Public Library • www.lcplin.org Home School Art Club :d sday, an 27 I 0· 0 a.m. Children ages 7 to 12 will learn the basics of art history and apprecia tion, along with creating artwork o. their own. Griffith-Calumet Branch 1215 E. 45th Avenue Griffith, IN 46319 838-2825 www.lcpUn.orglbrancheslgr.htm Art Club y, n.4 6 rn Kids in kindergarten through grade 5 will create a fun project and learn something new about art. Cedar Lake Branc~h ~~~--~ PY.er-Sch rervJ/e Branch.,. ___ 10010W.133rdAvenue 1001 W. Uncoln Highway ST EA MTeam -lesAiive! Cedar Lake. IN 46303 Schererville, IN 46375 Tl J ,,J:u 7 ~m. 374-7121 322-4731 Kids from 1st to 5th grade will team www.lcplln.org/bnlnchesld.htm www.lcplln.org/brancheslds.htm about electricity and talk about Fran kenstein, using games, experiments, learning & More@ the Ubrary CraftT able for Children .. to 30 A I DC~Y J. .t , o 0 I D and crafts to explore our topic. Children will enjoy early literacy Children of all ages can make a craft activities, crafts, and more during Home School Kids-Show & Tell any time during library open hours. ;d y J n s o~ (l .m library open hours. Home school kids are invited to bring Kids Art Club an object or treasure, tell us abo. 'Paws' for Reading & Fun 1.. an.6 p.m. ues ) Jan. S · 0 p.m something you've teamed or some Children of all ages and all read Children from 7 to 12 years of age thing you can do, share with others, ing levels are invited to read library will learn the basics of art history play a game, and have a snack. books to the licensed therapy dogs and appreciation, along with creating and participate in reading activities, artwork of their own. LEGOMania Monday, Jan. 18 .. p.rn games, and crafts. Dynamite DUPLOs Children in kindergarten through grade LEGOMania ~ y,Jan. 6 0. 0 a.m. 5 will build with library LEGO blocks. h - y pm. This 30 minute class is dedicated Children through grade 6 will make toward 2 to 5 year old children and in 'li hland Branch and display their creations made with cludes simple patterning and building 2841 Jewett Street Highland, IN 46322 library LEGO bricks. Snacks provided. activities with library DUPLO blocks. 838-2394 www.lcplln.org/brancheslhl.htrn STEAM Fridays LEGOCiub F I 'f J B to 29 D y T y,J • • 0 p -n Using Science, Technology, Engi amity Story Hour P).., Children in kindergarten to grade 6 u i 2 "\ • neering, Art, and Math, all will enjoy will use library LEGO bricks to cre Families with children 3 to 6 years experimenting, designing, building, atively build unique projects. of age will enjoy fingerplays, music, computing, and crafting during library and a craft. ooen hours. Power Paws for Kids • ..... '"ln. ur y, 6 W II a.m. LEGOCLUB Children of all ages and reading ~ne~d=" J 11. J J:lO p. Children who have completed kin levels have the opportunity to read a dergarten to grade 6 can free buil. library book to one of the registered or build the 'challenge' project wit Delta Society Pet Partner dogs. library LEGO blocks. Regtsl/8tton is not requm~d. Page 2 Registration required for all programs by phone or online except where noted. Saturday Movie Family Crafting Homeschool Hangout: Game On! Saturday, jan. 23 I p.m. Tuesday,Jan. 19 6 p.m. Thursday,jan. 7 10:30 a.m. Cuba Gooding Jr. stars as a dentist All ages are welcome to turn stray Homeschool families can meet to ~o inherits a home in Alaska and socks into adorable snowmen. play fun board games provided by the .-~nts to participate in a sled-dog race library, or can bring their own as well. It's LEGO Night tn Snow Dogs. Rated PG, 100minutes Thursday, jan. 28 6 p.m. run time. Registration not required. LEGO Club Children of all ages are invited to Tuesday, J n l 4 p.m. create their own unique LEGO struc Hobart Branch Children in kindergarten to grade 5 tures. Refreshments served. 100 Main 5tNet will have fun making their own unique Hobart. IN 46342 Merrillvill~ Branch LEGO structures. The only require 942-2243 1919W.81stAvenue ment is imagination! wwwJcpiJn.orglbrancheslho.htm M8rrlllville, IN 46410 769-3541, Ext. 360 'Tween DuctTape Mania LEGONight www.lcplln~cnl.htm Thursday,Jan.l4 4 p.m. Tuesday, jan. 5 6 p.m. r -~~ Kids in grades 5 and 6 are welcome Children in kindergarten to grade 6 Family Movie ~tu <.,..~ to join us in making duct tape crafts. will use their imagination to create ooday,J:m. 2 I p.m. structures using library LEGO bricks. All members will enjoy a fun movie Movie Fun @Your Library during winter break. Inside Out is Friday, Jan. IS 1-3 p.m. 'Tweens rated PG, 94 minutes run time. Reg All are invited to watch a family film, Tuesday,Jan. ll 6 p.m. istration is not required. 'Tweens, 9 to 12 years of age, will The Minions, on the big screen. play board games and discuss ideas Saturday Stories: Happy Noon Year Snacks will be provided. Young for future programs. 5 rday,Jan. 2 II a.m. children must be accompanied by The entire family is invited to cel an adult. ebrate the New Year with a special Winter Crafting Tuesday,jan. 19 6 p.m. one-hour story time. Registration is Saturday Stories: Bubbles & Balloons Children in kindergarten through not required. Saturday,jan. 16 II a.m. Aade 6 will make a winter craft and All members of the family are invited Board Game Fun ~ear a snow story. to a 30 minute session of stories, Wednesday, Jan. 6 6 p.m. Children in kindergarten to grade 5 songs, and finger plays. Registration Lake Station-New Chico will meet to play fun board games. is not required. 2007 Central Avenue Family members are welcome to Lake Station. IN 46405 Merrillville Branch Continued Pg 4 join in. 962-2409 www.lcplln.orglbrancheslls Winter Story Time Wednesday, jan. 6 6 p.m. Children in kindergarten and up will hear a winter story and make a winter themed craft. Winter Family Story Time ·~ ,Jan.8 10:30 a.M. Families with children 5 years of age and younger will participate in a story time with songs, finger plays, and a winter themed craft. Super 'Tweens Wednesday, jan. 13 6 p.m. 'Tweens, ages 9 to 13, are invited to ing a t-shirt (new or used) to make • t-shirt bag. Registration reqyi£ecj_fo_r afl erograms by phone or online except where no~ed. Page 3 ~----------------------- ~ Gaming Night LEGO Buildln Checkout da p.r!"' tf 3 ""p. Children in kindergarten to grade 5 Young LEGO enthusiasts, kindergar are invited to play Wii, PlayStation2, ten and up, can stop by any time from our 5:30 to 7 p.m. for creative buildin. and board games. Snacks served. time with library LEGO blocks. Website. .. Homeschool Hangout Show & Tell St. John Branch Tnur ~ f,Jan.ll 10:30 a.m. 9450 Wicker Avenue (US 41) Children and teens can bring a St. John, IN 46373 special project or item to share with 365-5379 the group. wwwJcplin.orglbrancheslsjJitm Stuffed Anima.! Sleepover Bo=u-d Game Fun r sday, Jan. 28 .:1 J 4 4 30 m Children ages 5 through those in Children of all ages can play board 4th grade will play games and make games at the library. crafts. Come in your pajamas and It Snow bring your second favorite stuffed animal that will spend the night in Children from kindergarten to 5th the library. grade will enjoy snow painting and FREE other snow related activities. Be sure Saturday Stories: Farmyard Fun to bring a coat! 0 I All members of the family are invited LEGO Freeb.,u ild eBooks to a 30 minute session of stories, Young LEGO enthusiasts are invited songs, and finger plays. " g1stration to use their imagination to build with not reqwred. • the library's LEGO blocks. for kids Munster Branch F n,ity Story 1me 8701 Calumet Avenue 18 (; Munster, IN 46321 Children and their families will 836-8450 participate in stories, crafts, and wwwJcplln.orglbrancheslmu.htm other activities. 0 Power Paws for Kids A Power Paws for Kids ~ · an.7 llr 6 3 ~. Children of all ages and reading lev Children of all ages and all reading els will read library books to Power levels will have fun reading library Paws service dogs. books to therapy dogs. Jl~ Jamboree Chess Club -. 'I 1.1 l -i ,J I , .l J ..S · 0 l'.m. Children are invited to celebrate All levels of experience are welcome National Puzzle Day with activities to play Chess in this program facili that include a variety of puzzles tated by Jeffrey Graves. and games. Boomer Is going to school! Uke many new students, Boomer finds that going to schoA ttJIIIII' can be a bit confusing ... at first. But in end, he discovers that school is a great place for friends, learning, and fun! Page 4 Registration required for all programs by phone or online except wllore noted.