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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…

DND @MCPL In Person!

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

Join us to have a fantastical adventure with other kids who love Dungeons and Dragons! All supplies are provided but first come, first served. For kids ages 10 to 17.…

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…

Needle Arts Club to Warm Up America

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

Needle Arts meets Thursdays at 5:30pm. The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel,…

Family Bad Art Night

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

We’ll be creating some OUT OF THIS WORLD astronomical-themed art together! Bad Art Events are for embracing your creative side, experimenting, and having fun. This is a free family-friendly event…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

Happy Birthday, Michigan City Public Library!

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

The library is celebrating 126 years in the community. Join us for cider and donuts to celebrate!

The Any Book Club

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

We want to hear about what you’re currently reading, which books are keeping you awake, which books made you cry, which books you hated. Come discuss your latest reads with…

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…

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

Rock Painting for Adults!

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

This event is ALL FULL! Thank you for your interest. Come join us in rock painting! This is a FREE event with all supplies included. Pre-registration is required as there…

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…

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 invited.

Needle Arts Club to Warm Up America

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

Needle Arts meets Thursdays at 5:30pm. The club promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel,…

Paint a Pumpkin

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

Join us to paint a spooky or cute fake pumpkin! All supplies are provided, but first come, first served. Make sure you dress for paint! For kids ages 5-17.

Writing Out Loud: Sarah Layden

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

Sarah Layden is the author of Imagine Your Life Like This, stories; Trip Through Your Wires, a novel; and The Story I Tell Myself About Myself, winner of the Sonder Press Chapbook Competition. Her short fiction appears…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

Angels Among Us

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

Celebrate autumn and join us to listen to and share inspiring stories about the presence of angels in our everyday lives. Ange Benz will guide you to connect with your…

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

Bad Art Night for Adults

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

Do you find it relaxing to be creative, but worry about it being perfect? Bad Art Night is a chance to create without the expectations of making something beautiful. No…

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…

DND @MCPL In Person!

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

Join us to have a fantastical adventure with other kids who love Dungeons and Dragons! All supplies are provided but first come, first served. For kids ages 10 to 17.…

Dyslexia Simulation

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

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Have you ever wondered what having dyslexia is like? MCPL is hosting a dyslexia simulation! Participants will work through five simulations that are similar to…

Swingbelly’s Giveback for the Friends of the Library

Swingbelly's 3101 US-12, Michigan City, IN, United States

Enjoy a delicious meal at Swingbelly's on Thursday, October 19 for a giveback benefitting the Friends of the Library. Please present this coupon when ordering. The Friends appreciate your support!…

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…

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 will be represented and more are always…

Afternoon Movie: Top Gun Maverick

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

After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy's top aviators, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell is still pushing the envelope. Training a detachment of graduates for a special…

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…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

Kid Bingo!

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

Play bingo for fun, small prizes. Every bingo is a winner! For children of all ages, no registration needed.

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

Halloween Costume Parade

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

We will tell stories and then parade through the library collecting treats! Wear your favorite costume and bring a treat bag to collect the goodies. For ages birth through 5…

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…

Library Board Meeting

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

The monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 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,…

Halloween Paper Circuits

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

Discover how circuits work as you create a paper Halloween design that lights up with LEDs and copper tape! For children ages 8 - 17. For more information, call 219-873-3045…

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 will be represented and more are always…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

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…

Scavenger Hunt for November: Mythical Creatures

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

Can you find all the characters hiding in Youth Services during November? Find them all for a prize! Come back each week for more prizes after they sneak away to…

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…

DND @MCPL

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

Join us for cooperative adventure and fantasy storytelling! All supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis. For tweens and teens ages 10 to 17.

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…

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 will be represented and more are always…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

CANCELLED: Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

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

Unfortunately, genealogy volunteer Pat Harris will not be at the library on Tuesday, November 7. Please ask at the Reference Desk if you have any genealogy questions. We apologize for…

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

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…

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 invited.

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 will be represented and more are always…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

Attitude of Gratitude

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

When we live in the spirit of gratitude, we are freed from the fear of scarcity. Join us to create scenes and experiences of gratitude with visual imaging and sharing…

Any Book Club

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

We want to hear about what you’re currently reading, which books are keeping you awake, which books made you cry, which books you hated. Come discuss your latest reads with…

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…

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

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…

Library Board Meeting

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

The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on November 15th 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,…

Adult Trivia Night!

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

Put your knowledge to the test for a chance to win a prize! Join us for trivia night with a team of your family and friends! Free to play. Prizes…

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 will be represented and more are always…

Local Author Barry J. Veden: Honoring Vietnam Vets

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

Military veteran and interviewer Barry J. Veden has published a moving collection of stories as told by veterans of the Southeast Asian conflict. These remembrances of war are firsthand accounts…

Afternoon Movie: Haunted Mansion

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

Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, the newest version of Haunted Mansion features an all-star cast, and tells the story of a woman and her son who enlist a…

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…

International Classical Music

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

Classical accordionist Stephen Kowalczyk will perform a concert of international classical music. Join us for this fun and entertaining event.

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

Family Game Night

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

Play any of our board games with your family! Sorry, Trouble, Uno, Candyland, and so many more! Try a new game or play your favorite! For families and kids of…

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

Bad Art Night for Adults

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

Do you find it relaxing to be creative, but worry about it being perfect? Bad Art Night is a chance to create without the expectations of making something beautiful. No…

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…

DND @MCPL

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

Join us for cooperative adventure and fantasy storytelling! All supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis. For tweens and teens ages 10 to 17.

Thanksgiving: Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Thursday, November 23rd, in observance of Thanksgiving.

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

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…

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

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…

Write Now!

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

Celebrate the end of National Novel Writing Month by sharing your project or learning more tips and tricks to write more stories! Notebooks, pencils, and other goodies will be provided…

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…

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 will be represented and more are always…

Scavenger Hunt: Holiday Favorite Characters

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

Visit Youth Services, find all the holiday characters hiding in the department, and win a prize! You can come back every week when they move around. For kids and teens…

Library Donation Drive

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

Our community needs your help. Bring in your donations and help us fill our boxes! Items can be dropped off anytime during library open hours and benefit the Stepping Stone…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

Cocoa and Canvas – EVENT FULL

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

Cocoa and Canvas is now full. Thank you for your interest! Do you want to paint a cozy winter canvas with friends? We will be showing you how to paint…

CANCELLED: Genealogy Help with Pat Harris

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

Update: Pat Harris will not be at the library today (Tuesday, December 5). Thank you for your understanding!

Creative Tech Activities

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

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

Santa’s Special Overnight Visit

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

Santa will be making an overnight stop at the library the first week of December to drop off goodies for the little ones aged 0 to 5. He tells us…

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…

DND @MCPL

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. Please…

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 will be represented and more are always…

CANCELED: Build a Button

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

Unfortunately, this event has been CANCELED. We thank you for your understanding, and will reschedule as soon as possible.

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…

Library Closed

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

The library is closed on Sundays.

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…

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