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This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group.

Art: Thomas Dambo's Trolls

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Hebron Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Full
Required
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

We will be learning about Thomas Dambo, a Danish sculpture artist who creates Giant Trolls from reclaimed wood and other materials. The project will be to make our own “Boxtrolls” from recycled materials and cardboard.

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group.

Book Club: Mad Honey

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A&B at Portage Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come read a different book every month! This month is "Mad Honey" by Jodi Picoult & Jennifer Finney Boylan. Maybe you'll like it, maybe you won't! Let a librarian know if you need help reserving the book.

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group.

Book Club: None of this is True

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at South Haven Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come read a different book every month! This month is "None of this is True" by Lisa Jewell. Maybe you'll like it, maybe you won't! Let a librarian know if you need help reserving the book.

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group.

Lego Club: STEAM Challenge

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Kouts Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Register
Required
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

This week’s challenge is to build your most impressive LEGO mansion! Show off your creativity and design skills. All supplies are included—registration is required.

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Hebron Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

PCPLS partners with LLC K-9 Comfort Dog to present monthly comfort dog visits at the Library. Stop by the branch and visit with Caleb the Comfort Dog! No registration required 

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

Library Board of Director's Meeting

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Board Room at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
All Ages
Register
Required
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Monthly Board of Director's meeting

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

Anime Club (For Grades 6 to 12)

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Register
Required
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Come meet and hang out with your fellow otaku! For seasoned anime fans and newbies alike - We'll watch a different anime each month, do fun stuff, and eat snacks! 

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group.

Vision Board Collage Craft

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Haven Branch at South Haven Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Register
Required
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: South Haven Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Adults invited to create a silhouette collage vision board to visualize goals, motivations, inspirations, and clarity for 2025. Registration is requested but not required and opens 12/18.

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Hebron Branch
Age Group:
Littles (0-5)
Register
Required
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs & fun learning activities for young children- Ages 3 & up. Families welcome! Registration is required.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

Springtime on the Farm

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Services Room at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
Littles (0-5)
Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for Springtime at the Farm presented by the Porter County Parks Department! 

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group.

Art: Candy Pop Art

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Hebron Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Register
Required
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us as we dive into the vibrant world of pop art, using candy as a medium! Tweens and teens will learn about Andy Warhol and explore the art of graphic design, including the lettering in the logos of the candy we enjoy.

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group.

Twilight Tales

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Services Room at Portage Branch
Age Group:
Littles (0-5)
Register
Required
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

An evening Storytime geared towards children ages 2-6 and their families. Registration is available but is not required.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

Art: Cookies & Canvas

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Room at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Full
Required
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks and drinks while following guided steps to create an acrylic painting. This month, we will be painting a penguin in snow. 

For ages 6-12.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group.

MLK Day: I Have a Dream Craft

All Day
Hebron Branch at Hebron Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Hebron Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Create a fun and educational craft with your family inspired by MLK Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" Speech. Available while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group.

MLK Day: I Have a Dream Craft

All Day
Kouts Branch at Kouts Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Kouts Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Create a fun and educational craft with your family inspired by MLK Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" Speech. Available while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

MLK Day: I Have a Dream Craft

All Day
Valparaiso Branch at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Valparaiso Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Create a fun and educational craft with your family inspired by MLK Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" Speech. Available while supplies last. 

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group.

MLK Day: I Have a Dream Craft

All Day
South Haven Branch at South Haven Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: South Haven Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Create a fun and educational craft with your family inspired by MLK Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" Speech. Available while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group.

MLK Day: I Have a Dream Craft

All Day
Portage Branch at Portage Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Portage Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Create a fun and educational craft with your family inspired by MLK Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" Speech. Available while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group.

MLK Day Free Legal Clinic

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Hebron Branch at Hebron Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Hebron Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

PCPLS partners with local and state pro-bono legal services organizations to host brief (10-15 minutes) legal consultations (civil only). Consultations at Hebron Branch are virtual consultations via Zoom, with tech assistance as needed.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

MLK Day Free Legal Clinic

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Valparaiso Branch at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Valparaiso Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

PCPLS partners with local and state pro-bono legal services organizations to host brief (10-15 minutes) legal consultations (civil only).Walk-ins are welcome. 

Please visit the Adult Services desk for assistance when you arrive.

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group.

MLK Day Free Legal Clinic

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Kouts Branch at Kouts Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Kouts Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

PCPLS partners with local and state pro-bono legal services organizations to host brief (10-15 minutes) legal consultations (civil only). Consultations at Kouts Branch are virtual consultations via Zoom, with tech assistance as needed.

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group.

MLK Day Free Legal Clinic

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Portage Branch at Portage Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Portage Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

PCPLS partners with local and state pro-bono legal services organizations to host brief (10-15 minutes) legal consultations (civil only). Consultations at Portage Branch are virtual consultations via Zoom, with tech assistance as needed.

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group.

MLK Day Free Legal Clinic

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
South Haven Branch at South Haven Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: South Haven Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

PCPLS partners with local and state pro-bono legal services organizations to host brief (10-15 minutes) legal consultations (civil only). Consultations at South Haven Branch are virtual consultations via Zoom, with tech assistance as needed.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group.

Story Time: Ages 2-3

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Room at Valparaiso Branch
Age Group:
Littles (0-5)
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Join us for alphabet-themed stories, songs and fun! 

Ages: 2-3

No registration required.