Book in a Jar Contest for Kids
A new month, a new book! Come into Youth Services and guess which book is in the jar for a chance to win a free prize!
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Grab and Go Crafts for Kids & Teens
Stop in Youth Services for Grab and Go (but check out some books first) Crafts! Each week, we will have different holiday projects and crafts for children to complete at home. There is such a variety each week for all to enjoy. For children between birth and 18 years. Crafts include handprint polar bears, paper…
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Virtual Dungeons & Dragons
Virtual Dungeons & Dragons
For gamers ages 12-18…do you like Dungeons and Dragons? Or have you always wanted to learn how to play? Then join the library's D&D campaign on Zoom for adventure, thrills, and most important, TREASURE! Advance registration is required.  Please contact Miss Dana in Youth Services at dwolf@mclib.org or call 219-873-3045 to sign up.
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
The need for blood is especially high during the holidays. The Red Cross will conduct a blood drive Thursday, December 30, from 12:30-4:00 pm. You can make an appointment by calling 1-800-GiveLife. Walk-ins are welcome! Give the gift of life.
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2 events,
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New Year’s Day: Library Closed
New Year’s Day: Library Closed
The library is closed on Saturday, January 1, for the New Year's Day holiday.
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Weekly Take-Home Crafts for Kids & Teens
Each week we will have different projects and crafts for children of all ages to complete at home. Visit the Youth Services desk to pick up your take-home craft kits!
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Last Day to Donate to Mitten Tree
Last Day to Donate to Mitten Tree
The library is collecting mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves during the holidays to decorate our holiday tree. Donations will be sent to the Salvation Army. The last day to donate to the mitten tree is January 3. Thank you for giving!
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, and other hand stitching. All skill levels and ages are welcome. An exchange of skills and materials is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3049.
3 events,
Book in a Jar Contest for Kids & Teens
A new month, a new book! Come into Youth Services and guess which book is in the jar. All guesses get a fancy bookmark and there will be multiple winners for correct guessers!
3 events,
4 events,
Weekly Take-Home Crafts for Kids & Teens
Each week we will have different projects and crafts for children of all ages to complete at home. Visit the Youth Services desk to pick up your take-home craft kits!
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, and other hand stitching. All skill levels and ages are welcome. An exchange of skills and materials is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3049.
5 events,
Virtual Storytime and Crafts To Go
Beginning Wednesday, January 12, a new storytime video will be posted to our website every Wednesday by 10 a.m. at https://www.mclib.org/parents/story-time/. New take-home crafts will be available every Wednesday to accompany the virtual storytimes. Visit the Youth Services desk to get a take-home storytime craft! For children between birth and 5 years old. Contact the Youth Services department…
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Dungeons & Dragons at MCPL! (on Zoom)
Dungeons & Dragons at MCPL! (on Zoom)
D&D@MCPL! Join us for more fun and laughs as we play Dungeons & Dragons on Zoom. New players MUST sign up in advance before receiving a free player's kit. Characters, dice, maps, notebooks, and more are provided. Advance registration is required. Click here to register now. Contact Miss Dana in Youth Services for questions at dwolf@mclib.org…
4 events,
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Duneland Stamp Club
Duneland Stamp Club
The Duneland Stamp Club meets the second Thursday of each month. New members are invited.
3 events,
4 events,
Weekly Take-Home Crafts for Kids & Teens
Each week we will have different projects and crafts for children of all ages to complete at home. Visit the Youth Services desk to pick up your take-home craft kits!
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, and other hand stitching. All skill levels and ages are welcome. An exchange of skills and materials is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3049.
3 events,
Virtual Storytime and Crafts To Go
Join us for virtual storytime! A new storytime video will be posted to our website on Wednesday by 10 a.m. at https://www.mclib.org/parents/story-time/. New take-home crafts will be available every Wednesday to accompany the virtual storytimes. Visit the Youth Services desk to get a take-home storytime craft! For children between birth and 5 years old. Contact the Youth…
3 events,
MCPL Podcast: Discussions with Miss Dana
MCPL Podcast: Discussions with Miss Dana
The newest episode of the MCPL Podcast: Discussions with Miss Dana goes live on January 21 at 9 am. Miss Dana talks about what to watch out for in 2022. Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite streaming service, listen on Buzzsprout, or listen below!
2 events,
3 events,
Weekly Take-Home Crafts for Kids & Teens
Each week we will have different projects and crafts for children of all ages to complete at home. Visit the Youth Services desk to pick up your take-home craft kits!
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, and other hand stitching. All skill levels and ages are welcome. An exchange of skills and materials is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3049.
4 events,
Virtual Storytime and Crafts To Go
Join us for virtual storytime! A new storytime video will be posted to our website on Wednesday by 10 a.m. at https://www.mclib.org/parents/story-time/. New take-home crafts will be available every Wednesday to accompany the virtual storytimes. Visit the Youth Services desk to get a take-home storytime craft! For children between birth and 5 years old. Contact the Youth Services…
Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, January 26, at 2:00 pm.
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Dungeons and Dragons at MCPL! (on Zoom)
Dungeons and Dragons at MCPL! (on Zoom)
D&D@MCPL! Join us for more fun and laughs as we play Dungeons & Dragons on Zoom. New players MUST sign up in advance before receiving a free player's kit. Characters, dice, maps, notebooks, and more are provided. Advance registration is required. Click here to register now. Contact Miss Dana in Youth Services for questions at dwolf@mclib.org…
2 events,
3 events,
Weekly Take-Home Crafts for Kids & Teens
Each week we will have different projects and crafts for children of all ages to complete at home. Visit the Youth Services desk to pick up your take-home craft kits!
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, and other hand stitching. All skill levels and ages are welcome. An exchange of skills and materials is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3049.