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Library Events & Programs

Library Events & Programs

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Jasper County Public Library! Most events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted. Please view our Board Meeting Dates.

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Sunday, Mar. 23
The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of March.
Monday, Mar. 24, 5:30pm
or call 219-987-2221.
We will be talking about the book 'Hello, Universe' by Erin Entrada Kelly.
Monday, Mar. 24, 6pm
Bring your projects to work on, or bring a hook and yarn if you'd like to learn the basics.
Tuesday, Mar. 25, 10am (Tuesdays, March 4th-25th, 10am)
or call 219-956-3774.
for children ages 0-23 months, along with a caregiver
Tuesday, Mar. 25, 5 pm
or call 219-866-5881.

Hunger Games Trivia using Kahoot! Bring a mobile device to participate! Prizes awarded - first place winner receives a gift card! Registration requested, Limit 20 teams,  Open to ages 18 and up unless accompanied by an adult. Contact Jenna at 219-866-5881 with questions.

Tuesday, Mar. 25, 5pm
or call 219-987-2221.
Families are invited to come and enjoy a great movie!
Wednesday, Mar. 26, 10 am
Join us at the Rensselaer Library as we discuss "Dreams of El Dorado: A history of the American West" by H.W. Brands.
The Men’s Book Club group was created for men, but anyone may join.
Wednesday, Mar. 26, 10am
or call 219-987-2221.
Activities and crafts for children ages 3-5.
Wednesday, Mar. 26, 5:30 pm
or call 219-866-5881.
Wednesday, March 26th @ 5:30 p.m.  Join us for Cook the Book. This session’s topic is Italian Cuisine.  Bring a friend and enjoy a variety of Italian dishes. We choose the cookbooks; you choose and make a recipe to share on Wednesday, March 27th at 6 p.m. 
Thursday, Mar. 27, 1 pm
Join us at the Rensselaer Library as we discuss "The Berlin Letters" by Katherine Reay. 
Thursday, Mar. 27, 4pm
or call 219-987-2221.
A hour of Lego imagination and creation!
Friday, Mar. 28, 5:30pm
or call 219-956-3774.
for children ages 8 years and older
Saturday, Mar. 29, 10-11 am
or call 219-866-5881.

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Personal computing device (smart phone, tablet, laptop) not required but may be helpful.
Monday, Mar. 31
The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of March.
Monday, Mar. 31, 6pm
Bring your projects to work on, or bring a hook and yarn if you'd like to learn the basics.
Tuesday, Apr. 1, 10 am
or call 219-866-5881.
Join us at the Rensselaer Library for Lapsit! We will have stories, fingerplays, and other activities!
Tuesday, Apr. 1, 4pm
or call 219-956-3774.
for teens in grades 6-12
Tuesday, Apr. 1, 6 pm
or call 219-866-5881.
Join us at the Rensselaer Library for a fun writing club! Lead by Kayla De Jong we will do different writing exercises, including writing prompts, freewriting and more! Feel free to bring something you've written that's about 10 minutes or less, if you'd like to share it with the class. You do not need writing experience to join us, everyone is welcome. The class is to help you experience different types of writing techniques, as well as encourage your fellow writers. 
Wednesday, Apr. 2, 10am
or call 219-987-2221.
A morning of stories, rhymes and interactive play with others.
Wednesday, Apr. 2, 10:00 a.m.
Community Veterans are invited to the Wheatfield Library on the first Wednesday of every month at 10 am for an opportunity of fellowship and obtaining resources in an effort to build a strong network among area Vets (with or without combat experience). Combat Coffee is a group created by a Vet and is a casual environment in which Veterans can connect through coffee, conversation, and camaraderie. Registration is requested, but not required. Any questions, contact the Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774.
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