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2 events,
September Scavenger Hunt: Minecraft!
Your favorite characters from Minecraft have snuck themselves into Youth Services and have gotten lost. Can you spot all the pictures hiding in Youth Services during September? Find them all for a prize! Come back each week for more prizes after the characters change places!
2 events,
5 events,
Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens
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.…
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Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
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.
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Creative Tech Activities
Creative Tech Activities
Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! This event is for children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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EVENT FULL: Diamond Painting for Adults
EVENT FULL: Diamond Painting for Adults
EDIT: This event is now full and we are no longer accepting registrations. Interested in future diamond painting events? Please call Michelle at 219-873-3044 or email refdesk@mclib.org to be added to our Diamond Painting contact list. Thank you for your interest! Register now for Adult Diamond Painting on Tuesday, September 3, at 5 p.m. to add…
4 events,
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Story Time!
Story Time!
Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! This program is 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.
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D&D @ MCPL For Kids
D&D @ MCPL For Kids
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 is needed. Please email Miss Dana with questions at dwolf@mclib.org.
4 events,
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3D Pen Workshop
3D Pen Workshop
Come hang out in the children's makerspace and create whatever you can imagine with 3D pens! No experience is necessary. For children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
Hello crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are included. All skill levels and ages welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3043.
3 events,
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Teen Tongue Twister Taste Test
Teen Tongue Twister Taste Test
Can you taste the difference between a Ruffles or a Lays chip? Do you know all the Pringles flavors? Can you pick out Skittles in a sea of M&M's? Put your tongue to the challenge and taste several snacks and guess which is which! The best guesser will win a small prize! For tweens and…
3 events,
Writing Out Loud: Author David Hoppe and Musician Martin Buechley
Writing Out Loud: Author David Hoppe and Musician Martin Buechley
David Hoppe and Martin Buechley will offer an evening of jazz and prose. Martin’s jazz performance will open the program, followed by David’s reading from his satirical novel, Mondo POTUS: An American Love Story. David was the founder of Writing Out Loud in 1984.
2 events,
4 events,
Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens
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.…
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Perler Party
Perler Party
This easy craft makes cute pixelated images from beads! Learn how to make some cool projects or come and use our supplies to craft incredible pixel art! For children ages 8 to 17.
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Any Book Club
Any Book Club
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 us! The club takes away the “reading together” aspect of a book club, but keeps the conversation going. Book Club meetings are every Monday from…
5 events,
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Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
Edit: Pat may be late on Tuesday, September 10. Please ask at the Reference Desk for assistance if she is not here when you arrive. 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…
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Creative Tech Activities
Creative Tech Activities
Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! This event is for children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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Board Game Night for Adults
Board Game Night for Adults
Join us for a drop-in Board Game Night for adults! We’ll have a variety of board and card games to play. Try out a new casual game or revisit an old favorite. Free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:00 PM; games begin at 5:15 PM. Board Game Night for Adults is held…
4 events,
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Story Time!
Story Time!
Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! This program is 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.
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Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Sorry, this event is at capacity and registration is now closed. Enter the lands of Emseapell for adventure. This is an in-person D&D campaign for adults ages 18+. Please email for more information at dndmcpl@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 welcome!
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
Hello crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are included. All skill levels and ages welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3043.
3 events,
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Genealogy Help with Colleen Miltenberger
Genealogy Help with Colleen Miltenberger
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.
2 events,
2 events,
Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens
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.…
5 events,
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Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
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.
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Angels Among Us
Angels Among Us
Join us to reflect and share inspiring stories about the presence of angels in our everyday lives. Ange Benz will guide you to connect with your angel.
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Creative Tech Activities
Creative Tech Activities
Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! This event is for children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
4 events,
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Story Time!
Story Time!
Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! This program is 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.
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D&D @ MCPL For Kids
D&D @ MCPL For Kids
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 is needed. Please email Miss Dana with questions at dwolf@mclib.org.
5 events,
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3D Pen Workshop
3D Pen Workshop
Come hang out in the children's makerspace and create whatever you can imagine with 3D pens! No experience is necessary. For children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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Bad Art Night for Adults
Bad Art Night for Adults
Do you find it relaxing to paint, but worry too much about it being perfect? Bad Art Night is a chance to create without expectations. It’s all about having a good time, being creative, and embracing the silly side of art. All materials are provided and no registration is needed. An ~awful~ award will be…
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
Hello crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are included. All skill levels and ages welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3043.
3 events,
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Stomp Rockets!
Stomp Rockets!
Make a paper rocket and watch it soar from a launchpad made with PVD pipe and a two-liter plastic bottle! Everyone is encouraged to bring an empty two-liter bottle for launch; however, we will have supplies available. This program is fun for the whole family!
2 events,
4 events,
Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens
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.…
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Any Book Club
Any Book Club
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 us! The club takes away the “reading together” aspect of a book club, but keeps the conversation going. Book Club meetings are every Monday from…
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EVENT FULL: Cider & Canvas
EVENT FULL: Cider & Canvas
Our registration is now closed as our event is at capacity. If you’d like to be added to our waitlist please contact us with your name and number- we will call if a spot opens up. Call Sydney or Anastasia at 219-873-3044 or Jennifer at 219-873-3042 with questions. Register now for Adult Cider and Canvas,…
5 events,
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Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
Genealogy Help with Pat Harris
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.
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Creative Tech Activities
Creative Tech Activities
Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO Spike, Micro:bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! This event is for children ages 6 - 17. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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Jackbox Party Games for Adults
Jackbox Party Games for Adults
Let's relax, unwind, and play Jackbox party games together! Adults only, please. Drop in to play party games such as Drawful, Fibbage, Quiplash, and more. Bring your phone or tablet to use as your controller--we'll host the game on our projector screen. Come with your friends and/or make some new friends. Questions? Please email events@mclib.org…
5 events,
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Story Time!
Story Time!
Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and crafts each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.! This program is 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.
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Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Michigan City Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, September 25, at 2:00 pm.
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Tinkercad 3D Modeling
Tinkercad 3D Modeling
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…
3 events,
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Needle Arts Club
Needle Arts Club
Hello crafters! Join your fellow artists for some community building through stitching with the needle art of your choice. A variety of crafts are included. All skill levels and ages welcome, and the sharing of skills is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3043.
3 events,
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Teen Trivia: Video Games
Teen Trivia: Video Games
Do you know everything about Fortnite? Or Minecraft or Mario? Put your video game knowledge to the test for prizes! For tweens and teens ages 10 to 17.
3 events,
Writing Out Loud: Jonita Davis
Writing Out Loud: Jonita Davis
Jonita Davis is a local news reporter for Colorado Community Media, film and culture critic, author, and freelance writer. She has been writing for 16 years on topics exploring the intersection of pop culture, identity, education, parenting, and how those relationships affect our lives as parents, women, black women, nerds, and people of this planet. Davis…
2 events,
3 events,
Weekly Crafts for Kids & Teens
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.…
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Any Book Club
Any Book Club
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 us! The club takes away the “reading together” aspect of a book club, but keeps the conversation going. Book Club meetings are every Monday from…