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Kung Fu Panda Scavenger Hunt

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Po and his fellow martial artist friends are hiding throughout Youth Services this March. Find them all for a prize! Come back each week as they change their locations for another prize.

Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Each week we will have different projects and crafts for kids and teens. Take-home craft kits are still available, but now you may make some of them here in the Makerspace! We have all the supplies you need to be “crafty.” Visit the Youth Services desk to find out more. Crafts and activities change weekly.…

Genealogy Help with Colleen Miltenberger

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Colleen Miltenberger can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Colleen can also help you understand and interpret your Ancestry/genealogical DNA results.

Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Each week we will have different projects and crafts for kids and teens. Take-home craft kits are still available, but now you may make some of them here in the Makerspace! We have all the supplies you need to be “crafty.” Visit the Youth Services desk to find out more. Crafts and activities change weekly.…

April Scavenger Hunt: Frogs!

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Frogs have been discovered roaming around Youth Services! See if you can find them through April and win a prize. But look out, they hide in new places every week!

EVENT CANCELLED: Any Book Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the April edition of Any Book Club has been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding! We look forward to meeting with you in May to hear about what you're currently reading.

Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Pat Harris can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Stop by on Tuesdays between 1:00 – 4:00 pm for help with your genealogical or local history questions.

Story Time!

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! For children birth through age 5 and accompanied by an adult. And be sure to check out all of our previous story time videos through our YouTube channel, Facebook page, and website.

D&D @ MCPL for Kids

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons with other kids! Work on teambuilding, storytelling, and more while earning cool magical items and loot! For tweens and teens ages 10-17. All supplies are provided, but are first come, first served. No registration needed. Please email Miss Dana with questions at dwolf@mclib.org.

Family Movie: Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Sweet and awkward 16-year-old Ruby Gillman is desperate to fit in at school, but she mostly just feels invisible. She's prevented from hanging out with the cool kids at the beach because her over-protective mom forbids her from getting in the water. When she breaks her mom's rule, Ruby discovers that she is a descendant…

Needle Arts Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Hello, crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are represented and more are welcome. Our club features crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, hand stitching, and other crafts. All skill levels and ages are welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged.…

Sun and Moon Painting Party for Kids & Families

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Get ready to celebrate the upcoming eclipse with some space themed art! All supplies are provided including canvases, paintable figures, rainbow scratch cards, and more! All supplies will be given on a first come, first served basis. Please dress for mess! This is a family friendly event for kids 0-17.

Jewish Mini Film Festival: Love & Hummus and Farewell, Mr. Haffmann

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Free and open to all! A documentary about an iconic Middle Eastern food and a drama about the occupation of France during World War 2 will highlight this year’s Jewish Mini Film Festival. Film selections include Life & Hummus (documentary/not rated, 40 minutes), and Farewell, Mr. Haffmann  (R, 1 hour 56 minutes). The film festival features a coffee cake…

Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Each week we will have different projects and crafts for kids and teens. Take-home craft kits are still available, but now you may make some of them here in the Makerspace! We have all the supplies you need to be “crafty.” Visit the Youth Services desk to find out more. Crafts and activities change weekly.…

Solar Eclipse Fun

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Ninety-three percent of the Solar Eclipse will be seen locally. If it's overcast, the library will broadcast the event. Stop in for snacks! We'll also have free safe solar glasses on a first-come, first-served basis!

Great Decisions

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The foreign policy discussion program continues its 26th season at the library. The discussion this session is NATO's future. For more information, call Robin Kohn at (219) 873-3049. Reading material is available at the Circulation Desk.

Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Pat Harris can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Stop by on Tuesdays between 1:00 – 4:00 pm for help with your genealogical or local history questions.

Creative Tech Activities

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! For children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.

Board Game Night for Adults

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Join us for Board Game Night for adults! We'll have a variety of board and card games to play. Try out a new game or revisit an old favorite. Free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:00 pm; games begin at 5:15 pm.

Story Time!

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! For children birth through age 5 and accompanied by an adult. And be sure to check out all of our previous story time videos through our YouTube channel, Facebook page, and website.

Scratch Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Learn to code with Scratch by working through projects, sharing ideas, and exploring your creativity. Scratch is a coding platform to create stories, games, and animations. For children ages 7 - 17. For more info, call 219-873-3045 and ask for Dave.

Duneland Stamp Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The Duneland Stamp Club meets the second Thursday of each month. New members are welcome.

Needle Arts Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Hello, crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are represented and more are welcome. Our club features crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, hand stitching, and other crafts. All skill levels and ages are welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged.…

Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Each week we will have different projects and crafts for kids and teens. Take-home craft kits are still available, but now you may make some of them here in the Makerspace! We have all the supplies you need to be “crafty.” Visit the Youth Services desk to find out more. Crafts and activities change weekly.…

Mario Kart in Real Life

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Play Mario Kart in real life! Race RC cars as Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, or Princess Peach! For kids ages 9-17.

Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Pat Harris can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Stop by on Tuesdays between 1:00 – 4:00 pm for help with your genealogical or local history questions.

Angels Among Us

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Listen to and share inspiring stories about the presence of angels in our everyday lives. Ange Benz will guide you to connect with your angel.

Creative Tech Activities

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! For children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.

Genealogy Bus Trip to Allen County Public Library

Allen County Public Library 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, IN, United States

Join us for the genealogy bus trip to the Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center in Fort Wayne taking place on Wednesday, April 17. The center has an extensive collection of North American genealogy resources, and all books are available in open stacks. The cost is just $35 per person. Please send the signed reservation form and…

Story Time!

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! For children birth through age 5 and accompanied by an adult. And be sure to check out all of our previous story time videos through our YouTube channel, Facebook page, and website.

D&D @ MCPL for Kids

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons with other kids! Work on teambuilding, storytelling, and more while earning cool magical items and loot! For tweens and teens ages 10-17. All supplies are provided, but are first come, first served. No registration needed. Please email Miss Dana with questions at dwolf@mclib.org.

Internet Basics Class

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

New computer users will learn how to use internet browsers, search engines, and websites. Join us in the Computer Lab for this guided class.

Women in Poetry Event

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

This event will be a light dinner followed by performances by five published poets.  The special program is part of Northwest Indiana’s celebration of World Creativity & Innovation Week, April 15-21. Featured poets include Carnessa Carnes, Carmen Navarro, Kayla Vasilko, Jamie Wendt, and Valerie Wallace. The evening will begin with a light dinner at 5:30…

Bad Art Night for Adults

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Do you find it relaxing to paint, but worry too much about it being perfect? Bad Art Night is a chance to create without the expectations of making something beautiful. It’s all about having a good time, being creative, and embracing the silly side of art. All materials are provided and no registration needed. An…

Needle Arts Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Hello, crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are represented and more are welcome. Our club features crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, hand stitching, and other crafts. All skill levels and ages are welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged.…

Afternoon Movie: Barbie

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Barbie and Ken are happy in their colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they discover the joys and perils of living among humans. Rated PG-13. Runtime: 1 hour 54 minutes.

Friends of the Library Collector’s Breakfast

St. John's United Church of Christ 101 St. John Rd, Michigan City, IN, United States

The Friends of the Library's fundraiser Collector's Breakfast is Saturday, April 20, at St. John Church Fellowship Hall in Michigan City. Tickets are available at the Circulation Desk or from Friends of the Library board members. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased in advance. Each person can bring one item for appraisal by Martin…

Genealogy Help with Colleen Miltenberger

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Colleen Miltenberger can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Colleen can also help you understand and interpret your Ancestry/genealogical DNA results.

Kennedy’s Kitchen Music

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is thrilled to have Kennedy’s Kitchen back! Kennedy's Kitchen has been making music and telling stories together since 1998. They released six CDs along the way, including the acclaimed album The Whiskey of Truth. Their modern sound is deeply rooted in traditional Irish music. It’s all about having a good laugh, and if…

Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Each week we will have different projects and crafts for kids and teens. Take-home craft kits are still available, but now you may make some of them here in the Makerspace! We have all the supplies you need to be “crafty.” Visit the Youth Services desk to find out more. Crafts and activities change weekly.…

Great Decisions

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The foreign policy discussion program continues its 26th season at the library. The discussion this session is Understanding Indonesia. For more information, call Robin Kohn at (219) 873-3049. Reading material is available at the Circulation Desk.

World Book Day

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Children who come to the library dressed as a character from their favorite book can pick out a free book. April 23rd only, please see the Youth Department librarians for details. For children under 18 years of age only, please.

Internet Basics Class

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

New computer users will learn how to use internet browsers, search engines, and websites. Join us in the Computer Lab for this guided class.

Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Pat Harris can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Stop by on Tuesdays between 1:00 – 4:00 pm for help with your genealogical or local history questions.

Creative Tech Activities

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! For children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.

Story Time!

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! For children birth through age 5 and accompanied by an adult. And be sure to check out all of our previous story time videos through our YouTube channel, Facebook page, and website.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, April 24, at 2:00 pm.

Tinkercad 3D Modeling

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Design, remix, and explore your creativity with Tinkercad! This session is for children ages 09 -17 and serves as an introduction to anyone that is curious about, or interested in, 3D design, art, and 3D printing. No prior experience necessary. All participants will get a free 3D print of their creations (Printing time is limited…

Scratch Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Learn to code with Scratch by working through projects, sharing ideas, and exploring your creativity. Scratch is a coding platform to create stories, games, and animations. For children ages 7 - 17. For more info, call 219-873-3045 and ask for Dave.

Needle Arts Club

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Hello, crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are represented and more are welcome. Our club features crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, hand stitching, and other crafts. All skill levels and ages are welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged.…

Build a Button

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Create some wearable art! Turn your art into buttons or make a button with some premade designs! For kids of all ages.

Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Each week we will have different projects and crafts for kids and teens. Take-home craft kits are still available, but now you may make some of them here in the Makerspace! We have all the supplies you need to be “crafty.” Visit the Youth Services desk to find out more. Crafts and activities change weekly.…

Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Need genealogy help? Genealogy volunteer Pat Harris can give you tips and advice on how to research your family tree or find genealogical records. Stop by on Tuesdays between 1:00 – 4:00 pm for help with your genealogical or local history questions.

Creative Tech Activities

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! For children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.

Let’s Go to the Races Party for Adults

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

Get ready for the Run for the Roses at this festive celebration for adults! Don your favorite derby hat (optional), sip a mint julep mocktail, and take photos with your friends at the photo booth. Then for the mane event, compete to "rein" supreme in the vintage "Let's Go to the Races" VCR horse-racing game…

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, May 22, at 2:00 pm.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Wednesday, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, June 26, at 2:00 pm.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Thursday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, July 24, at 2:00 pm.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, August 28, at 2:00 pm.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Monday, September 2, for the Labor Day holiday.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, September 25, at 2:00 pm.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, October 23, at 2:00 pm.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, November 20, at 2:00 pm.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Thursday, November 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Library Board Meeting

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, December 18, at 2:00 pm.

Library Closes at Noon

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library will close at 12:00 PM on Monday, December 23, for a staff event.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Tuesday, December 24.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Wednesday, December 25.

Library Closed

Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN, United States

The library is closed on Tuesday, December 31, for the New Year's Eve holiday.

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