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Teen-Tober
Teen-Tober Thursday, Oct. 1, Wheatfield Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to celebrate Teen-tober by entering a drawing when checking out books, magazines, or audiobooks. One entry per day.
BINGO
10-11 am BINGO Thursday, Oct. 1, 10-11 amRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library for BINGO! No cost, registration required, limit 25 participants. PRIZES!!
or call 219-866-5881.
Afternoon Movie
1:00pm Afternoon Movie Thursday, Oct. 1, 1:00pmWheatfield Spend the afternoon enjoying a movie! For movie title, contact the Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774.
Registration required, begins Sep 17.
First Thursday Craft Club
5pm First Thursday Craft Club Thursday, Oct. 1, 5pmDeMotte Bring your unfinished craft projects to work on and socialize with others.
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Scalloped Bricks
6:00pm Scalloped Bricks Friday, Oct. 2, 6:00pmWheatfield Adults can join us for a craft night and paint a fall themed scalloped brick to add to their outdoor decor! Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Sep 18. |
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Recycled Book Witch Project
1:30pm Recycled Book Witch Project Saturday, Oct. 3, 1:30pmDeMotte Transform an old book into a cute witch!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Monday, Oct. 5, 10amDeMotte An interactive story time for babies featuring simple stories, songs, rhymes and lap bounces.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Family Storytime
10 am Family Storytime Tuesday, Oct. 6, 10 amRensselaer Family Storytime at the Rensselaer library! Come for a weekly story, activities and a craft! First 3 Tuesdays of the month. Ages 0-5 and caregivers. Contact Nancy or Mel with questions.
Story Time
2:30pm
Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods Tuesday, Oct. 6, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Welcome back to the Pre Teen Book Club as we explore life on the American frontier through the eyes of legendary author Laura Ingalls Wilder. Pre Teen Book Club meets weekly for 10 weeks on Tuesdays at 4. Participants will keep their books. This program was made possible through a grant from the Jas...read more
Teen Book Club
5pm Teen Book Club Tuesday, Oct. 6, 5pmCup of Joy We are going to discuss The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.
Writing Club
6 pm Writing Club Tuesday, Oct. 6, 6 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer for writing club! We start by doing a couple writing exercises to warm up, and then we usually talk about or work on whatever each of our current projects are. Make sure to bring what you are working on, whether that’s a novel, short story, poem, or even just an idea!...read more
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Combat Coffee
10 Combat Coffee Wednesday, Oct. 7, 10 Wheatfield Every 1st Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m. Created by a Vet, Combat Coffee is a casual environment in which Veterans can connect through coffee, conversation, and camaraderie.
Combat Coffee
10:00am Combat Coffee Wednesday, Oct. 7, 10:00amWheatfield 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 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 casu...read more
Story Time
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Bingo
11am Bingo Wednesday, Oct. 7, 11amDeMotte Join us for an exciting hour of Bingo!
Registration required, begins Sep 7.
Scrabble Game Night
5:30 pm Scrabble Game Night Wednesday, Oct. 7, 5:30 pmRensselaer Test your word skills at the Rensselaer Library as we play a game or two of scrabble. Anyone 18+ are welcome! Limit 8 people. All supplies are provided! Scrabble books available.This is a free program and all supplies are provided.
or call 219-866-5881. |
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All Abilities
1-2 pm All Abilities Thursday, Oct. 8, 1-2 pmRensselaer All abilities at the Rensselaer library! Come for a weekly story, activities and a craft! All abilities is for those with developmental disabilities of all ages. Contact Nancy or Mel with questions.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Oct. 8, 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.
Registration required, begins Sep 24.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Oct. 8, 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.
Registration required, begins Sep 24.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Oct. 8, 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.
Registration required, begins Sep 24.
Cookbook Club
7pm Cookbook Club Thursday, Oct. 8, 7pmDeMotte Perkins Good Earth Farms will be presenting a soup making class.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Fall Fest: Photo Booth & Craft
9am-5pm Fall Fest: Photo Booth & Craft Saturday, Oct. 10, 9am-5pmDeMotte Stop by the DeMotte Library for a family photo op!
Humane Indiana
10 am Humane Indiana Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 amRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for a fall craft and discover Indiana animals from our presenter Humane Indiana.
Fall Fest: Family Story Time
10am Fall Fest: Family Story Time Saturday, Oct. 10, 10amDeMotte Families can spend time together for a read-aloud and craft/activity designed for children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Fall Fest: Humane Indiana
12pm Fall Fest: Humane Indiana Saturday, Oct. 10, 12pmDeMotte Discover Indiana animals from our presenter Humane Indiana.
Family Fall Fest
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Canning and Preserving
2 pm Canning and Preserving Saturday, Oct. 10, 2 pmRensselaer Do you like to can and preserve produce from your garden or a variety of other things? Grab your canning creations and join us at the Rensselaer library on Saturday, October 10th @ 2 pm. Participants may just come to learn about the items people can and preserve, or they may bring a few of their own...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Fall Fest: Bingo
3pm Fall Fest: Bingo Saturday, Oct. 10, 3pmDeMotte Join us for a family friendly Bingo event!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Pre-K Story Time
10am Pre-K Story Time Monday, Oct. 12, 10amDeMotte Stories, songs and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Family Storytime
10 am Family Storytime Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10 amRensselaer Family Storytime at the Rensselaer library! Come for a weekly story, activities and a craft! First 3 Tuesdays of the month. Ages 0-5 and caregivers. Contact Nancy or Mel with questions.
Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10amWheatfield for children ages birth thru 23 months old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Adult Book Discussion
1:30 p.m. Adult Book Discussion Tuesday, Oct. 13, 1:30 p.m.Wheatfield All the Missing Girls by Megan Miranda is being disucssed.
Book Discussion
1:30pm Book Discussion Tuesday, Oct. 13, 1:30pmWheatfield We will be discussing All the Missing Girls by Megan Miranda. Copies are available at the Wheatfield Library.
Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods Tuesday, Oct. 13, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Welcome back to the Pre Teen Book Club as we explore life on the American frontier through the eyes of legendary author Laura Ingalls Wilder. Pre Teen Book Club meets weekly for 10 weeks on Tuesdays at 4. Participants will keep their books. This program was made possible through a grant from the Jas...read more
Fantasy Book Club Night
6:00pm Fantasy Book Club Night Tuesday, Oct. 13, 6:00pmWheatfield We will be discussing Bewitched by Laura Thalassa. Copies are available at the Wheatfield Library.
Evening Story Time
6pm Evening Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 13, 6pmDeMotte An evening read-aloud and craft/activity designed for children.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Genealogy Help
5-6:30 pm Genealogy Help Wednesday, Oct. 14, 5-6:30 pmRensselaer Join us on Wednesday, October 14th from 5-6:30 p.m. Find your story at your library. Are you interested in researching your family history? You are invited to join us every month on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, for Genealogy Help. This monthly program is designed to help you learn...read more
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Dungeons and Dragons
3:30-5:30 pm Dungeons and Dragons Thursday, Oct. 15, 3:30-5:30 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Each meet up will be a new adventure, so newcomers are welcome! This is a free program for anyone in 6th grade to an adult.
or call 219-866-5881.
Craft Lab
4-6 pm Craft Lab Thursday, Oct. 15, 4-6 pmRensselaer Introducing the Craft Lab! Each month we will work on crafts : pony beads, diamond art, friendship bracelets and more. Guided projects will be offered, but you can work on any unfinished craft project too. Vote for the projects you want to do. Most materials provided.
Spooky STEM Season
4:00pm-5:00pm Spooky STEM Season Thursday, Oct. 15, 4:00pm-5:00pmWheatfield Description: Kids and Teens are welcome to come and celebrate the Halloween season through STEM projects. Snacks and refreshments included. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Oct 1. |
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Halloween Toddler Time
10am Halloween Toddler Time Friday, Oct. 16, 10amWheatfield for children ages 2 & 3 years old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Teen Diamond Art
6pm Teen Diamond Art Friday, Oct. 16, 6pmDeMotte A fun evening creating diamond art bookmarks and coasters.
or call 219-987-2221.
Family Movie
6:00pm Family Movie Friday, Oct. 16, 6:00pmWheatfield Families can join us for a movie night. For movie title and more information contact the Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774.
Registration required, begins Oct 2. |
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Medicare 101
1:30 pm Medicare 101 Saturday, Oct. 17, 1:30 pmRensselaer Significant changes are coming to Medicare in 2027! Do you know what they are? Come to a FREE Educational presentation at the library to find out, and to get the answers you need to your other Medicare questions, as well! This program is for anyone already on...read more
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Combat Coffee
9:30-11 am Combat Coffee Monday, Oct. 19, 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.
Toddler Time
10am Toddler Time Monday, Oct. 19, 10amDeMotte Stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers.
or call 219-987-2221.
Homeschool Meetup
12:00pm-2:00pm Homeschool Meetup Monday, Oct. 19, 12:00pm-2:00pmWheatfield 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: Speech / Debate
Registration required, begins Oct 5.
Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5pm Monday Magic (the Gathering) Monday, Oct. 19, 5pmDeMotte Join us for an evening of Magic the Gathering.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Family Storytime
10 am Family Storytime Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10 amRensselaer Family Storytime at the Rensselaer library! Come for a weekly story, activities and a craft! First 3 Tuesdays of the month. Ages 0-5 and caregivers. Contact Nancy or Mel with questions.
Bookies
2pm
Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods Tuesday, Oct. 20, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Welcome back to the Pre Teen Book Club as we explore life on the American frontier through the eyes of legendary author Laura Ingalls Wilder. Pre Teen Book Club meets weekly for 10 weeks on Tuesdays at 4. Participants will keep their books. This program was made possible through a grant from the Jas...read more
Bookies
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Teen STEM
4:30pm Teen STEM Wednesday, Oct. 21, 4:30pmDeMotte A hands-on STEM program for students in 6th-12th grade.
or call 219-987-2221.
Storytellers Writing Group
6pm Storytellers Writing Group Wednesday, Oct. 21, 6pmDeMotte Join fellow writers to chat and work on your project.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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4th Thursday Book Discussion
1 pm 4th Thursday Book Discussion Thursday, Oct. 22, 1 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library for 4th Thursday Book Discussion. For the month of October we will be reading The Quiet Librarian by Allen EskensLimit 20. Ages 18 and up.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Oct. 22, 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.
Registration required, begins Oct 8.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Oct. 22, 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.
Registration required, begins Oct 8.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Oct. 22, 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.
Registration required, begins Oct 8. |
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Friends of the Wheatfield Library Fall Book Sale
9:00am-4:00pm Friends of the Wheatfield Library Fall Book Sale Friday, Oct. 23, 9:00am-4:00pm(9:00am-4:00pm) Wheatfield Join us for our Fall Book Sale. All the money collected helps pay for library programs.
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Friends of the Wheatfield Library Fall Book Sale
9:00am-4:00pm Friends of the Wheatfield Library Fall Book Sale Saturday, Oct. 24, 9:00am-4:00pm(9:00am-4:00pm) Wheatfield Join us for our Fall Book Sale. All the money collected helps pay for library programs.
Ghost Garland
1pm Ghost Garland Saturday, Oct. 24, 1pmDeMotte Make a cute and spooky ghost garland to decorate your home with!
or call 219-987-2221.
Fall canvas painting
2 pm Fall canvas painting Saturday, Oct. 24, 2 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library for a fall canvas painting! You don’t have to be Leonardo Davinci to join us, this is just for fun, and so that you can learn a couple of paining techniques! Limit 8, registration Is required. Contact Jenna at 219-866-5881 with questions.
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Pre-K STEM
10am Pre-K STEM Monday, Oct. 26, 10amDeMotte A playful STEM program for preschoolers!
or call 219-987-2221.
Halloween After School Program
4pm Halloween After School Program Monday, Oct. 26, 4pmWheatfield for kids in grades K-5
or call 219-956-3774.
Dark & Stormy Night Book Club
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Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting
1:00pm Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting Tuesday, Oct. 27, 1:00pmWheatfield A nonprofit group whose primary focus is to promote and support the Wheatfield Library. New members are welcome!
Books & Coffee
2:00pm Books & Coffee Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2:00pmCup of Joy This discussion meets at Cup of Joy. We will be discussing The Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian. Copies of the book are available at the Wheatfield Library.
Teen Meetup
4:00pm-5:00pm Teen Meetup Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4:00pm-5:00pmWheatfield Teens come and create a display piece for our entrance! We’ll be using Lego’s for this project! Snacks and refreshments included. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Oct 13.
Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Welcome back to the Pre Teen Book Club as we explore life on the American frontier through the eyes of legendary author Laura Ingalls Wilder. Pre Teen Book Club meets weekly for 10 weeks on Tuesdays at 4. Participants will keep their books. This program was made possible through a grant from the Jas...read more
Medicare 101 with Cliff Havens
6pm Medicare 101 with Cliff Havens Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6pmDeMotte Significant changes are coming to Medicare in 2027. Learn what these updates could mean for you.
Kahoot! Harry Potter trivia
6 pm Kahoot! Harry Potter trivia Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library for a game of Harry Potter 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 ...read more
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4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group
10 am 4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10 amRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library for the 4th Wednesday Men's Book Group. For the month of October we will be reading: The worlds I see: curiosity, exploration, and discovery at the dawn of AI by Fei-Fei LiThe Men’s Book Club group was created for men, but anyone can join. Limit 20. C...read more
K-5 STEM
4:30pm K-5 STEM Wednesday, Oct. 28, 4:30pmDeMotte A fun hands-on STEM program for students in grades K-5.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Lego
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Chess Program
5:30pm Chess Program Thursday, Oct. 29, 5:30pmWheatfield for kids ages 10 years old and up
or call 219-956-3774. |
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Halloween Story Time
11am Halloween Story Time Friday, Oct. 30, 11amWheatfield for preschoolers ages 3-5
or call 219-956-3774.
Halloween Story Time
2:30pm Halloween Story Time Friday, Oct. 30, 2:30pmWheatfield for preschoolers ages 3-5
or call 219-956-3774.
Halloween Glow Party
5-8 pm Halloween Glow Party Friday, Oct. 30, 5-8 pmRensselaer Get your glow on at our first ever blacklight party after hours the night before halloween. Enjoy free drinks and snacks, dancing and glow crafts and games.
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Barbie Club
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Hot Wheels Club
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