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This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kouts Branch
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Kouts Branch
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Event
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 "Hebron Branch" group

Book Club

5:00pm–5:45pm
Hebron Branch
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a lively & friendly book discussion.  This month's book is Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman.  Copies will be available upstairs at the Hebron Adult Circulation Desk.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Twilight Tales

6:00pm–6:30pm
Valparaiso Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 29, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

An evening story time with stories, songs, and a simple craft. Pajamas optional. 

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Art: Toddler Painting

10:00am–10:30am
Valparaiso Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 30, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddlers ages 2-4: Join us as we read a story and paint a picture that is inspired by the story. Please wear clothes that can get messy. 

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group

Book Babies

10:30am–11:00am
South Haven Branch
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Join us for simple stories, songs and playtime! Ages birth-2 years. No registration required.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Valparaiso Branch
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime where we focus on a daily letter and promote enthusiasm for reading to toddlers!

Ages 2-3

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for story time! This fun program is geared to Preschoolers (2-5). We will read stories, sing songs, create a craft and do other fun activities related to the theme. Registration is required.  

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Book Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 2, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month in Emerging Readers, we’re reading "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish" by Dr. Seuss. The books are donated through the Kouts Lions Club and each family gets to keep a copy—registration is required. 

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:00am–10:30am
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 3, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun-filled 30 min interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, musical instruments, books, and more to stimulate the learning process for babies and toddlers. Registration requested.  

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
South Haven Branch
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

An interactive Storytime for ages 2-5. Songs, rhymes, games, crafts and so much more! No registration required, just drop in. Families welcome!

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Books Blocks Balls

10:30am–11:15am
Kouts Branch
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us at the library for an open playgroup and connect with parents/caregivers. Early child development milestones experts are available onsite to answer any questions.

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

LEGO® Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kouts Branch
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for a LEGO Challenge: State Pride! Make a symbol or creation to represent your state. All supplies included! Registration is required.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Valparaiso Branch
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Event
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 "Kouts Branch" group

Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 9, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for story time! This fun program is geared to Preschoolers (2-5). We will read stories, sing songs, create a craft and do other fun activities related to the theme. Registration is required.  

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Book Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 9, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month’s Read Between the Lines book is A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle! The books are donated through the Kouts Lions Club and each family gets to keep a copy—registration is required. 

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:00am–10:30am
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 10, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun-filled 30 min interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, musical instruments, books, and more to stimulate the learning process for babies and toddlers. Registration requested.  

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
South Haven Branch
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

An interactive Storytime for ages 2-5. Songs, rhymes, games, crafts and so much more! No registration required, just drop in. Families welcome!

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group

Book Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Portage Branch
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a lively & friendly book discussion. This month's book is "Weyward" by Emilia Hart. Copies will be available at the circulation desk.

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

LEGO® Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 11, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a LEGO Challenge: One Color! Use only one color to make something out of LEGOs. All supplies included! Registration is required.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Valparaiso Branch
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime where we focus on a daily letter and promote enthusiasm for reading to toddlers!

Ages 2-3

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 16, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for story time! This fun program is geared to Preschoolers (2-5). We will read stories, sing songs, create a craft and do other fun activities related to the theme. Registration is required.  

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Book Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 16, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month’s A Likely Story book is Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head by Lauren Oliver! The books are donated through the Kouts Lions Club and each family gets to keep a copy. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Kouts Branch" group

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:00am–10:30am
Kouts Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 17, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun-filled 30 min interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, musical instruments, books, and more to stimulate the learning process for babies and toddlers. Registration requested.  

This event is in the "South Haven Branch" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
South Haven Branch
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles (0-5)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

An interactive Storytime for ages 2-5. Songs, rhymes, games, crafts and so much more! No registration required, just drop in. Families welcome!