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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 "The Berry Pickers" by Amanda Peters. Copies will be available at the circulation desk.

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group

Books Blocks Balls

10:30am–11:15am
Portage Branch
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room A&B
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 "South Haven Branch" group

Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
South Haven Branch
Library Branch: South Haven Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a lively & friendly book discussion. This month's book is "The Paper Palace" by Miranda Cowley Heller.  Copies will be available at the circulation desk.

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Hebron Branch
Library Branch: Hebron Branch
Room: Hebron 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 "Valparaiso Branch" group

Game Night

5:00pm–6:30pm
Valparaiso Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Teens - Come play board and video games at the library! Snacks also provided.

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group

Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Portage Branch
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: History Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All teens and tweens are welcome! Stop by the Portage Youth Services desk to grab a copy of "When You Trap a Tiger" by Tae Keller. 

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 "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 "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 "Valparaiso Branch" group

Craft: Anime Pen Topper

5:00pm–6:00pm
Valparaiso Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 25, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Teens

Come make a pen topper (made for click pens) with us. 
Check back later to see an example of what we are making.

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 "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

Book Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kouts Branch
Library Branch: Kouts Branch
Room: Indiana Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Kouta' Pageturners for a discussion of

This event is in the "Hebron Branch" group

Books Blocks Balls

10:30am–11:15am
Hebron Branch
Library Branch: Hebron 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 "Portage Branch" group

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Portage Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 1, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 5+ are invited to participate in a monochromatic themed building challenge.  Creations will be displayed in the library. Registration is requested but not 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 The Clover Girls by Viola Shipman.  Copies will be available upstairs at the Hebron Adult Circulation Desk.

This event is in the "Portage Branch" group

Donuts with the Library Director

4:00pm–5:00pm
Portage Branch
Library Branch: Portage Branch
Room: History Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join our director to discuss all things PCPLS! Share your thoughts, questions and new ideas. Your feedback is vital for enhancing our services. We’re excited for an open dialogue with our patrons and appreciate your ongoing support!

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Book Club:

6:00pm–7:00pm
Valparaiso Branch
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us in discussing James by Percival Everett. 

(Feeling extra adventurous? Try buddy reading it with Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain!) 

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 "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 "Valparaiso Branch" group

Book Club:

11:00am–12:00pm
Valparaiso Branch
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us in discussing James by Percival Everett. 

(Feeling extra adventurous? Try buddy reading it with Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain!) 

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 "Never Lie" by Freida McFadden. Copies will be available at the circulation desk.

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Art: Watercolor & Unwind

5:00pm–7:00pm
Valparaiso Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 15, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in learning how to paint with watercolor in a relaxing, low pressure space.  

This event is in the "Valparaiso Branch" group

Big Blue Blocks

4:00pm–5:00pm
Valparaiso Branch
Library Branch: Valparaiso Branch
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Drop-in and build fun structures with friends! We provide oversized blue blocks for the kids and family to build together and let their imaginations run wild! Fun for all ages.