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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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Family Story Time
10 am
 Family Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 10 am
Rensselaer
Parents/Caregivers and their little ones ages 0-5 are invited to Family Storytime on the first three Tuesdays of each month: Jan 6, 13, 20 at 10 am. Join us for stories, activities, and crafts. Programs will be tailored to those who come. Caregivers with multiple children of different ages are ...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
DeMotte Bookies
2pm
 DeMotte Bookies
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2pm
DeMotte
January's selection is The Bookshop of Yesterdays by Amy Meyerson.
After School Program
4pm
 After School Program
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 4pm
Wheatfield
for kids in grades K-5

or call 219-956-3774.
DeMotte Bookies
6pm
 DeMotte Bookies
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 6pm
DeMotte
January's selection is The Bookshop of Yesterdays by Amy Meyerson.
Introduction to Beekeeping
6:00pm
 Introduction to Beekeeping
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 6:00pm
Wheatfield
Are you thinking about getting started in beekeeping? Do you just want to learn the basics?Join us for an informational program at the Wheatfield Library.

or call 219-956-3774.
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Geri Fit
11 am
 Geri Fit
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 11 am
Rensselaer
Come get fit with us! There is no cost for this program. Participants will follow DVD instructions with staff assistance. This is a chair exercise class for seniors and adults looking for low-impact exercise options.Please bring your water bottle and 2 lb weights if desired. Stretch bands will be pr...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Dog Man Family Story Time
4pm
 Dog Man Family Story Time
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 4pm
DeMotte
An all ages Family Story Time featuring Dog Man!

or call 219-987-2221.
Storytellers Writing Club
6pm
 Storytellers Writing Club
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 6pm
DeMotte
Want to write a book?  Join us for writing tips, sprints, and feedback!

or call 219-987-2221.
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Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
6 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 22, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
7 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 22, 7 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
2 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 22, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
3 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 22, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
4 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 22, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
5 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 22, 5 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
4th Thursday Book Group
1 pm
 4th Thursday Book Group
Thursday, Jan. 22, 1 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library for the 4th Thursday Book Group! For January, we will be reading;"The River We Remember" By William Kent Krueger.Registration requested, not required. Limit 20.

or call 219-866-5881.
Lego
4pm
 Lego
Thursday, Jan. 22, 4pm
DeMotte
A hour of Lego imagination and creation!
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jan. 22, 4:00pm-4:20pm
Wheatfield
Each student will get 20 minutes to read with the therapy dog. This program encourages them to read out loud. Registration is required. Choose a time that suits your student best.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jan. 22, 4:25pm-4:45pm
Wheatfield
Each student will get 20 minutes to read with the therapy dog. This program encourages them to read out loud. Registration is required. Choose a time that suits your student best.

or call 219-956-3774.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jan. 22, 4:50pm-5:15pm
Wheatfield
Each student will get 20 minutes to read with the therapy dog. This program encourages them to read out loud. Registration is required. Choose a time that suits your student best.

or call 219-956-3774.
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Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
6 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 23, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
7 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 23, 7 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
2 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 23, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
3 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 23, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
4 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 23, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
5 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 23, 5 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

Family Movie Night
6:00pm
 Family Movie Night
Friday, Jan. 23, 6:00pm
Wheatfield
Join us for a family movie night! Call or visit the Wheatfield Library for movie title. This is a drop in event!
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Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
3 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 24, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
4 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 24, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
9 am
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 24, 9 am
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
10 am
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 24, 10 am
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
11 am
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 24, 11 am
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
2 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 24, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Collaborative Art
1-3:30pm
 Collaborative Art
Saturday, Jan. 24, 1-3:30pm
DeMotte
Help us create unique art pieces to display on our art wall!
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Crochet Group
6pm
 Crochet Group
Monday, Jan. 26, 6pm
(May 12 - May 18)

DeMotte
Bring your projects to work on, or bring a hook and yarn if you'd like to learn the basics.
Last Monday Family Storytime
6 pm
 Last Monday Family Storytime
Monday, Jan. 26, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Parents/Caregivers and their little ones ages 0-5 are invited to our NEW Last Monday Family Storytime, held in the evening on the last Monday of each month at 6 pm. Families with little ones who cannot attend a morning story time are invited to join us for stories, snacks, activities, and craft...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
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Teen Meetup
4-5pm
 Teen Meetup
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 4-5pm
Wheatfield
Did you know its National Chocolate Cake Day? Teens will have an opportunity to socialize and taste a sweet treat this month. Snacks and refreshments are included. Registration is required.

or call 219-956-3774.
Kahoot! Indiana Quakers/Indiana History Trivia
5:30 pm
Kahoot! Indiana Quakers/Indiana History Trivia
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 5:30 pm
Rensselaer
Indiana Quakers/Indiana History 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 16+ accompanied by an adult. Contact Jenna at 219-866-5881 with questions.
Introduction to Canva
6:00pm
 Introduction to Canva
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 6:00pm
Wheatfield
New Year, New Skill? Do you want to learn more about Canva? Join us at the Wheatfield Library. If you have a laptop, bring it along! It is not required; a step-by-step handout will be provided to take home.

or call 219-956-3774.
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4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group
10 am
4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 10 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library for the 4th Wednesday Men's Book Group! For January we will be reading: "All the Beauty in the World: The Metrapolitan Museum of Art and Me" by Patrick BringleyThe Men’s Book Club group was created for men, but anyone may join.Limit 20

or call 219-866-5881.
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Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
2 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
3 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 29, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
4 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 29, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
5 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 29, 5 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
6 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 29, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
7 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Thursday, Jan. 29, 7 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Chess Program
5:30pm
 Chess Program
Thursday, Jan. 29, 5:30pm
Wheatfield
for kids ages 10 years old and older

or call 219-956-3774.
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Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
6 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 30, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
7 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 30, 7 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
2 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 30, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
3 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 30, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
4 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 30, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
5 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Friday, Jan. 30, 5 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
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Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
3 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 31, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
4 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 31, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
9 am
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 31, 9 am
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
10 am
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 31, 10 am
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
11 am
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 31, 11 am
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
2 pm
Indiana Quaker History Escape Room
Saturday, Jan. 31, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Rensselaer Library hosts Indiana History Escape Experience.  Join us at the Rensselaer Library and help us rescue an adorable owl while learning about Indiana history relating to Quakers and the Underground Railroad.This escape room, created by the Indiana Young Readers Center, part of the Indi...read more

Barbie Club
10am
 Barbie Club
Saturday, Jan. 31, 10am
DeMotte
We have the Barbies; you bring the fun!
Hot Wheels Club
2pm
 Hot Wheels Club
Saturday, Jan. 31, 2pm
DeMotte
Come play with Hot Wheels!
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