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Crafts-to-Go
Crafts-to-Go Monday, Jul. 13(July 13-17) DeMotte All ages, PreK-12, may stop by anytime during the week to take a craft with you.
Story Time
10am Story Time Monday, Jul. 13, 10amWheatfield for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old
or call 219-956-3774.
Story Time
11am Story Time Monday, Jul. 13, 11amWheatfield for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old
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Crafts-to-Go
Crafts-to-Go Tuesday, Jul. 14(July 13-17) DeMotte All ages, PreK-12, may stop by anytime during the week to take a craft with you.
Balloongenuity
10 am Balloongenuity Tuesday, Jul. 14, 10 amRensselaer Come and enjoy the creativity of these amazing balloon artists and take home a sculpture.
Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Tuesday, Jul. 14, 10amWheatfield for children ages birth thru 23 months old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Balloongenuity
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Adult Book Discussion
1:30 p.m. Adult Book Discussion Tuesday, Jul. 14, 1:30 p.m.Wheatfield State of Wonder by Ann Patchett will be our book for disucussion this month.
Gardening 101: Soil & Plant Nutrition
5:30pm Gardening 101: Soil & Plant Nutrition Tuesday, Jul. 14, 5:30pmDeMotte Ever wonder what your plants need to thrive? It starts with the soil!
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Crafts-to-Go
Crafts-to-Go Wednesday, Jul. 15(July 13-17) DeMotte All ages, PreK-12, may stop by anytime during the week to take a craft with you.
Summer Story Time
10am Summer Story Time Wednesday, Jul. 15, 10am(Wednesday, July 1 & 15, 10am) DeMotte Stories, songs and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Summer Story Time
1pm Summer Story Time Wednesday, Jul. 15, 1pm(Wednesday, July 1 & 15, 1pm) DeMotte Stories, songs and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Storytellers Writing Group
6pm Storytellers Writing Group Wednesday, Jul. 15, 6pmDeMotte Join fellow writers to chat and work on your project.
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Crafts-to-Go
Crafts-to-Go Thursday, Jul. 16(July 13-17) DeMotte All ages, PreK-12, may stop by anytime during the week to take a craft with you.
Ivy Tech Valparaiso Learning Lab & Info Session
10am-3pm Ivy Tech Valparaiso Learning Lab & Info Session Thursday, Jul. 16, 10am-3pmDeMotte Hands-on activities that connect you with our programs and degrees.
Bling your Book with Diamond Art
2 pm Bling your Book with Diamond Art Thursday, Jul. 16, 2 pmRensselaer Bring your own book, or school notebook, and decorate it with diamond art.
or call 219-866-5881.
Teen Summer Movie
3:00pm-5:00pm Teen Summer Movie Thursday, Jul. 16, 3:00pm-5:00pmWheatfield Teens will be able to come, relax, and watch a movie. Refreshments and snacks provided. Registration is required.
Cookbook Club
6pm Cookbook Club Thursday, Jul. 16, 6pmDeMotte Celebrating our country's 250th birthday - Baking Across America by B. Dylan Hollis and 50 Pies, 50 States by Stacey Mei Yan Fong.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Crafts-to-Go
Crafts-to-Go Friday, Jul. 17(July 13-17) DeMotte All ages, PreK-12, may stop by anytime during the week to take a craft with you.
Toddler Time
10am Toddler Time Friday, Jul. 17, 10amWheatfield for children ages 2 & 3 years old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Family Movie Night
6:00pm-8:00pm Family Movie Night Friday, Jul. 17, 6:00pm-8:00pmWheatfield Join us for a family movie. Call the Wheatfield Library for more information at 219-956-3774. Snacks will be provided, registration required.
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Team Speed Puzzling!
2-4 pm Team Speed Puzzling! Saturday, Jul. 18, 2-4 pmRensselaer Put your jigsaw skills to the test! It’s a race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle. Each team will be provided with the same 500-piece puzzle, which must be completed in 120 minutes. All skill levels are welcome. The first team to finish wins bragging rights! Come as a team or an...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Diamond Art
2pm Diamond Art Saturday, Jul. 18, 2pmDeMotte Create a diamond art potted plant or succulent magnet.
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Combat Coffee
9:30-11 am Combat Coffee Monday, Jul. 20, 9:30-11 amRensselaer Community Veterans are invited to join us for this opportunity for fellowship and obtaining resources in an effort to build a strong network among area Vets. Combat Coffee is a casual environment in which Veterans can connect through coffee, conversation, and camaraderie. Contact Jenna at 219-8...read more
Homeschool Meetup
12:00pm-2:00pm Homeschool Meetup Monday, Jul. 20, 12:00pm-2:00pmWheatfield Description: Parents with children of all ages that are homeschooled will be able to meet. This will give them an opportunity to socialize and get to know others in the Jasper County area. Registration is required. Topic of the Month: Water Education
or call 219-956-3774.
Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5:00pm Monday Magic (the Gathering) Monday, Jul. 20, 5:00pm(Mondays, July 6 & 20, 5pm) DeMotte Join us to play Magic the Gathering. We have cards or you can bring your own decks.
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Summer Reading Registration
Summer Reading Registration Tuesday, Jul. 21Rensselaer Unearth a good story with us in this year’s Summer Reading program, from June 2 to July 21. Registration starts Tuesday May 26. Rensselaer Library is going Jurassic with this theme. Come explore dinosaurs and earth science with hands-on crafts, activities and programs all summer long.
Summer Reading Continues in July
Summer Reading Continues in July Tuesday, Jul. 21Rensselaer Unearth a good story with us in this year’s Summer Reading program, from June 2 to July 21. Registration starts Tuesday May 26. Rensselaer Library is going Jurassic with this theme. Come explore dinosaurs and earth science with hands-on crafts, activities and programs all summer long.
Foam Party (Summer reading finale)
10 am Foam Party (Summer reading finale) Tuesday, Jul. 21, 10 amRensselaer Are you ready for some outdoor fun? Join us for our Summer Reading Finale. We will cool off and get soaked with foam! This will be the final event for summer reading and grand prize winners will be drawn and announced. You do not need to be present to win.*Adult supervision is required for youn...read more
Foam Party Finale
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Bookies
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Summer Reading Program
3pm Summer Reading Program Tuesday, Jul. 21, 3pmWheatfield Party---grand prize drawings & Foam Party outside
Kids Night at the Farmers’ Market
4-6 pm Kids Night at the Farmers’ Market Tuesday, Jul. 21, 4-6 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Farmer’s Market around the Courthouse lawn for face painting and crafts!
Bookies
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4th Wednesday Jasper County Men’s Book Group
10 am 4th Wednesday Jasper County Men’s Book Group Wednesday, Jul. 22, 10 amRensselaer Brother, I’m dying by Edwidge DanticatThe Men’s Book Club group was created for men, but anyone can join.Free, Registration Not Required, Limit 20
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4th Thursday Book Discussion
1 pm 4th Thursday Book Discussion Thursday, Jul. 23, 1 pmRensselaer The Friendly Persuasion by Jessamyn West 4th Thursday Book DiscussionFree, Registration Not Required, Limit 20
Teen Summer Reading Games & Party
3:00pm-4:00pm Teen Summer Reading Games & Party Thursday, Jul. 23, 3:00pm-4:00pmWheatfield Teens will be able to play Wii and Nintendo Switch games while enjoying the end of this Summer Reading Season! Snacks and refreshments included! Registration is required.
or call 219-956-3774.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jul. 23, 4:00pm-4:20pmWheatfield 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, Jul. 23, 4:25pm-4:45pmWheatfield 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
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jul. 23, 4:50pm-5:15pmWheatfield 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.
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Family Water Day
12:00pm-2:00pm Family Water Day Friday, Jul. 24, 12:00pm-2:00pmWheatfield An afternoon family program! We’re celebrating the end of Summer Reading with a water day! Wear your swim trunks and tops. All we ask is to bring your library books inside first before we play! Thank you for participating this year!
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Barbie Club
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Hot Wheels Club
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Story Time
10am Story Time Monday, Jul. 27, 10amWheatfield for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old
or call 219-956-3774.
Story Time
11am Story Time Monday, Jul. 27, 11amWheatfield for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old
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Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting
1:00pm Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting Tuesday, Jul. 28, 1:00pmWheatfield A nonprofit group whose primary focus is to promote and support the Wheatfield Library. New members welcome!
Books & Coffee
2:00pm Books & Coffee Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2:00pmCup of Joy This discussion meets at Cup of Joy. We will be discussing We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter. Copies of the book are available at the Wheatfield Library
Gardening 101: Fruit & Veggie Gardening
5:30pm Gardening 101: Fruit & Veggie Gardening Tuesday, Jul. 28, 5:30pmDeMotte Learn how to create a beautiful garden with fruit and veggies.
Kahoot! America’s 250th Anniversary
6 pm Kahoot! America’s 250th Anniversary Tuesday, Jul. 28, 6 pmRensselaer 250th 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. This is one of our p...read more
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Jasper County Public Library Goes to the Fair!
4-7 pm Jasper County Public Library Goes to the Fair! Thursday, Jul. 30, 4-7 pmRensselaer Join the Rensselaer Library on Thursday at the Jasper County Fair. Miss Mel and Miss Nancy will offer a storytime and craft from 4-5pm and Miss Jenna and Miss Beth will offer diamond art from 5pm-7pm.
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