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Combat Coffee
10 Combat Coffee Wednesday, Apr. 1, 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.
Easter After School Program
4pm Easter After School Program Wednesday, Apr. 1, 4pmWheatfield for kids in grades K-5
or call 219-956-3774.
Scrabble Game Night
6-8 pm Scrabble Game Night Wednesday, Apr. 1, 6-8 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for a game or two of Scrabble. This is a free program and all supplies are provided. Please register online, in person or over the phone.
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BINGO
10-11 am BINGO Thursday, Apr. 2, 10-11 amRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library for BINGO!!! This is a free program! Registration required. Limit 25 participants. PRIZES!!!
or call 219-866-5881.
Afternoon Movie
1:00pm Afternoon Movie Thursday, Apr. 2, 1:00pm Wheatfield Wheatfield will be showing The Philidalphia Story at 1:00pm. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Mar 19.
Come Craft with Me!
5:00pm Come Craft with Me! Thursday, Apr. 2, 5:00pmDeMotte Bring your unfinished craft projects to work on and socialize with other crafty people!
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Easter Ceramics Painting
2 pm Easter Ceramics Painting Friday, Apr. 3, 2 pmRensselaer This Good Friday, the library invites you to a special ceramic painting program made possible through the generosity of a longtime patron who has lovingly donated a collection of ceramic figures they are no longer able to paint. These pieces—many with Easter and faith-based themes—...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Beat the Parents game night
6 p.m. Beat the Parents game night Friday, Apr. 3, 6 p.m.Wheatfield Bring the whole family as kids compete against adults to win Beat the Parents. Appropriate for all ages.
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Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Monday, Apr. 6, 10amDeMotte An interactive story time for babies featuring simple stories, songs, rhymes, and lap bounces!
or call 219-987-2221.
Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5:00pm Monday Magic (the Gathering) Monday, Apr. 6, 5:00pm(April 6 & 20) DeMotte Join us for Monday Magic! We have plenty of cards to build your own deck to keep, or bring your own deck.
or call 219-987-2221.
Crochet Group
6pm Crochet Group Monday, Apr. 6, 6pmDeMotte Bring your projects to work on, or bring a hook and yarn if you'd like to learn the basics.
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All Ages Family Story Time
10 am All Ages Family Story Time Tuesday, Apr. 7, 10 amRensselaer FAMILY STORYTIME AT RENSSELAER LIBRARYParents/Caregivers and their little ones ages 0-5 are invited to Family Storytime on the first three Tuesdays of each month April 7, 14, and 21, at 10 am. Join us for stories, activities, and crafts. Programs will be tailored to those who come. Caregivers w...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Story Time
2:30pm
Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Tuesday, Apr. 7, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Step through the wardrobe and into Narnia! Our Pre-Teen Book Club (ages 8–12) is back for its next exciting chapter, diving into The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe over nine weeks of reading, discussion, and discovery. This beloved classic offers plenty to talk about—brave choices, mag...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Plot Twisters
5pm Plot Twisters Tuesday, Apr. 7, 5pmCup of Joy Hang out with other teens and chat about books!
Writing Club
6 pm Writing Club Tuesday, Apr. 7, 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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Story Time
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Bingo
11am Bingo Wednesday, Apr. 8, 11amDeMotte An exciting hour of Bingo!
Registration required, begins Apr 6.
All Abilities at Wheatfield Library
1:00pm All Abilities at Wheatfield Library Wednesday, Apr. 8, 1:00pm Wheatfield This program is for individuals with developmental disabilities. Program will include a story and a craft. Participants will be able to visit with a therapy dog.
Genealogy Help
5-6:30 pm Genealogy Help Wednesday, Apr. 8, 5-6:30 pmRensselaer Join us on Wednesday, April 8th 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 ho...read more
Book Nook Dioramas
6pm Book Nook Dioramas Wednesday, Apr. 8, 6pmDeMotte Come join us and create your very own Book Nook diorama!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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All Abilities Storytime
1-2 pm All Abilities Storytime Thursday, Apr. 9, 1-2 pmRensselaer This program is designed for adults with developmental disabilities. We will have a story and a craft for participants.
or call 219-866-5881.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Apr. 9, 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.
Registration required, begins Mar 30.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Apr. 9, 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.
Registration required, begins Mar 30.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Apr. 9, 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.
Registration required, begins Mar 30. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Saturday, Apr. 11DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
Saturday Story Time
10am Saturday Story Time Saturday, Apr. 11, 10amWheatfield for kids ages 5 years old and younger, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Junk Journaling Class
2pm Junk Journaling Class Saturday, Apr. 11, 2pmDeMotte Junk Journals are not only a great way to journal your day to day life, but they are also a way to cut down on waste production.
or call 219-987-2221.
Beaded Indoor Plant
2:30 pm Beaded Indoor Plant Saturday, Apr. 11, 2:30 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library to create a small indoor plant using different green beads. All supplies will be provided! Please register online, in person or over the phone.
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Monday, Apr. 13DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
Toddler Time
10am Toddler Time Monday, Apr. 13, 10amDeMotte Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes designed for toddlers!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Tuesday, Apr. 14DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
All Ages Family Story Time
10 am All Ages Family Story Time Tuesday, Apr. 14, 10 amRensselaer FAMILY STORYTIME AT RENSSELAER LIBRARYParents/Caregivers and their little ones ages 0-5 are invited to Family Storytime on the first three Tuesdays of each month April 7, 14, and 21, at 10 am. Join us for stories, activities, and crafts. Programs will be tailored to those who come. Caregivers w...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Tuesday, Apr. 14, 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, Apr. 14, 1:30 p.m.Wheatfield Join us as we discuss The Bookshop of Yesterday by Amy Meyerson.
Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Tuesday, Apr. 14, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Step through the wardrobe and into Narnia! Our Pre-Teen Book Club (ages 8–12) is back for its next exciting chapter, diving into The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe over nine weeks of reading, discussion, and discovery. This beloved classic offers plenty to talk about—brave choices, mag...read more
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Wednesday, Apr. 15DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
Storytellers Writing Club
6pm Storytellers Writing Club Wednesday, Apr. 15, 6pmDeMotte Come join us for writing tips, sprints, and feedback!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Thursday, Apr. 16DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
Dungeons and Dragons
3:30-5:30 pm Dungeons and Dragons Thursday, Apr. 16, 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! This is a free program for anyone in 6th grade to an adult. Beginners and experts are welcome! Please register online, in person or over the phone.
or call 219-866-5881.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
4:00pm-5:00pm Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Thursday, Apr. 16, 4:00pm-5:00pm Wheatfield Kids and teens will learn about Earth Day with activities. Snacks and refreshments provided. Registration is required
Registration required, begins Apr 2.
Cookbook Club
6pm Cookbook Club Thursday, Apr. 16, 6pmDeMotte Pick a new favorite from The Bradshaw Family Cookbook by Terry & Tammy Bradshaw.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Friday, Apr. 17DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
Toddler Time
10am Toddler Time Friday, Apr. 17, 10amWheatfield for children ages 2&3 years old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774. |
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Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale Saturday, Apr. 18DeMotte A great selection of new and gently used items that will be value priced.
Preserving Family Artifacts
10 am Preserving Family Artifacts Saturday, Apr. 18, 10 amRensselaer Tamara Hemmerlein from the Indiana Historical Society will share her knowledge with the public on Preserving Family Artifacts. The Jasper County Historical Society is sponsoring the talk and will have Archival Kits available to purchase.
or call 219-866-5881.
Plant Swap
10am Plant Swap Saturday, Apr. 18, 10amDeMotte Everyone is invited to come trade, give away and adopt some plants.
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National Library Week April 19-26
National Library Week April 19-26 Sunday, Apr. 19Rensselaer National Library Week April 19 – 26, 2026Joy isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels. For others, it’s the spark of confidence from a polished résumé, the excitement of a packed author talk, or the si...read more
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Combat Coffee
9:30 am Combat Coffee Monday, Apr. 20, 9:30 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
Pre-K Story Time
10am Pre-K Story Time Monday, Apr. 20, 10amDeMotte Join us for stories, songs and activities designed for preschool-aged children!
or call 219-987-2221.
Homeschool Meetup
12:00pm-2:00pm Homeschool Meetup Monday, Apr. 20, 12:00pm-2:00pm.jpg "Homeschool Meetup") Wheatfield Parents with children of all ages that homeschool. 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: Earth day!
Registration required, begins Apr 6.
Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5:00pm Monday Magic (the Gathering) Monday, Apr. 20, 5:00pm(April 6 & 20) DeMotte Join us for Monday Magic! We have plenty of cards to build your own deck to keep, or bring your own deck.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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All Ages Family Story Time
10 am All Ages Family Story Time Tuesday, Apr. 21, 10 amRensselaer FAMILY STORYTIME AT RENSSELAER LIBRARYParents/Caregivers and their little ones ages 0-5 are invited to Family Storytime on the first three Tuesdays of each month April 7, 14, and 21, at 10 am. Join us for stories, activities, and crafts. Programs will be tailored to those who come. Caregivers w...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
DeMotte Bookies
2pm
Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Tuesday, Apr. 21, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Step through the wardrobe and into Narnia! Our Pre-Teen Book Club (ages 8–12) is back for its next exciting chapter, diving into The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe over nine weeks of reading, discussion, and discovery. This beloved classic offers plenty to talk about—brave choices, mag...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
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4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group
10 am 4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group Wednesday, Apr. 22, 10 amRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for the 4th Wednesday Men's Book Group! For April we will be reading: "The River We Remember" by William Kent KruegerThe Men’s Book Club group was created for men, but anyone may join.Limit 20
or call 219-866-5881. |
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4th Thursday Book Group
1 pm 4th Thursday Book Group Thursday, Apr. 23, 1 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for the 4th Thursday Book Group! For April, we will be reading;"The Small and the Mighty" by Sharon McMahonRegistration requested, not required. Limit 20.
or call 219-866-5881.
Recycled Materials Craft
4 pm Recycled Materials Craft Thursday, Apr. 23, 4 pmRensselaer Get creative with yesterday’s technology! In this hands-on program, we’ll transform recycled computer parts—keys, wires, circuit boards, and more—into jewelry and one-of-a-kind crafts. What once powered screens and keyboards gets a second life as art, proving that creativity ...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Apr. 23, 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.
Registration required, begins Apr 6.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Apr. 23, 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.
Registration required, begins Apr 6.
K-5 STEM
4:30pm K-5 STEM Thursday, Apr. 23, 4:30pmDeMotte A fun, hands-on STEM program for students in kindergarten through 5th grade.
or call 219-987-2221.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Apr. 23, 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.
Registration required, begins Apr 6. |
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Native Plants of Northwest Indiana
6 p.m. Native Plants of Northwest Indiana Friday, Apr. 24, 6 p.m.Wheatfield We have a certified gardening master coming to discuss the native plants in our area and how we an plant pollinators that will be successful.
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Barbie Club
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Old Book Recycling Craft
2-4 pm Old Book Recycling Craft Saturday, Apr. 25, 2-4 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer library to do a fun craft using old books! Have you ever seen a book that looked like it was beyond repair and still wanted to use it? Well we are going to use some old torn up books to make a DIY book vase! We will only be using books that are torn up/ the pages falling ou...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Hot Wheels Club
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Teen Lock-In
7-9pm Teen Lock-In Saturday, Apr. 25, 7-9pmDeMotte Crafts, games, pizza and snacks for teens that want to hang out with friends in the library after hours.
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National Library Week April 19-26
National Library Week April 19-26 Sunday, Apr. 26Rensselaer National Library Week April 19 – 26, 2026Joy isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels. For others, it’s the spark of confidence from a polished résumé, the excitement of a packed author talk, or the si...read more
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SPECIAL EVENT: Homeschoolers of Jasper County Science Fair
TBA SPECIAL EVENT: Homeschoolers of Jasper County Science Fair Monday, Apr. 27, TBARensselaer By special arrangement, the Rensselaer Library will be hosting a science fair for students from the Homeschoolers of Jasper County. Grades 6-12 will be displaying their projects on April 27 and grades K-5 will follow the next week on May 4. Visitors are welcome to walk through the exhibits, ask ques...read more
Pre-K STEM
10am Pre-K STEM Monday, Apr. 27, 10amDeMotte A playful STEM program for preschoolers with hands-on activities.
or call 219-987-2221.
Pollinator Program
5:30pm Pollinator Program Monday, Apr. 27, 5:30pmDeMotte Learn how to create a pollinator-friendly habitat in your garden, yard or balcony.
or call 219-987-2221.
Last Monday Storytime
6 pm Last Monday Storytime Monday, Apr. 27, 6 pmRensselaer 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
4:00pm-5:00pm Teen Meetup Tuesday, Apr. 28, 4:00pm-5:00pm Wheatfield Teens will have an Earth Day activity. Snacks and refreshments are included. Registration is required.
Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
4-5:15 pm Pre-Teen Book Club - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Tuesday, Apr. 28, 4-5:15 pmRensselaer Step through the wardrobe and into Narnia! Our Pre-Teen Book Club (ages 8–12) is back for its next exciting chapter, diving into The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe over nine weeks of reading, discussion, and discovery. This beloved classic offers plenty to talk about—brave choices, mag...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Kahoot! April Fool’s Edition
6 pm Kahoot! April Fool’s Edition Tuesday, Apr. 28, 6 pmRensselaer April fool’s Trivia using Kahoot! Join us for April Fool’s trivia! In honor of our pranksters we will be covering trivia topics like April Fool’s, Wacky inventions, Would you rather trivia, Fun emoji trivia, and more!!! Bring a mobile device to participate! Prizes awarded - first p...read more
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Chess Program
5:30pm Chess Program Thursday, Apr. 30, 5:30pmWheatfield for children ages 10 years old and up
or call 219-956-3774. |
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