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Silent Auction
Silent Auction Monday, Jun. 1(June 1-30) DeMotte The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of June.
Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5:00pm Monday Magic (the Gathering) Monday, Jun. 1, 5:00pm(Mondays, June 1 & 15, 5pm) DeMotte Enjoy an exciting evening playing Magic the Gathering!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Summer Reading Bingo Kick-Off!
10am Summer Reading Bingo Kick-Off! Tuesday, Jun. 2, 10amDeMotte Kids entering grades K-5 can help us kick-off summer reading with Bingo!
or call 219-987-2221.
Summer Reading Bingo Kick-Off!
1pm Summer Reading Bingo Kick-Off! Tuesday, Jun. 2, 1pmDeMotte Kids entering grades K-5 can help us kick-off summer reading with Bingo!
or call 219-987-2221.
Summer Reading Ice Cream Social Kickoff
2pm Summer Reading Ice Cream Social Kickoff Tuesday, Jun. 2, 2pmRensselaer Enjoy ice cream, lawn games, music and more as we kick off our Summer Reading program for 2026.
Summer Reading Program
3pm
Writing Club
6 pm Writing Club Tuesday, Jun. 2, 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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Summer Story Time
10am Summer Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 3, 10am(Wednesday, June 3 & 17, 10am) DeMotte Stories, songs, and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Combat Coffee
10 Combat Coffee Wednesday, Jun. 3, 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.
Summer Story Time
1pm Summer Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 3, 1pm(Wednesday, June 3 & 17, 1pm) DeMotte Stories, songs, and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Scrabble Game Night
6 pm Scrabble Game Night Wednesday, Jun. 3, 6 pmRensselaer Join us on Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:00pm for a game or two of Scrabble. All supplies and scrabble books provided! Please register as there is a limit of 8 people. Please register online, in person or over the phone.
or call 219-866-5881. |
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BINGO
10-11 am BINGO Thursday, Jun. 4, 10-11 amRensselaer No cost, registration required, limit 25 participants. PRIZES!!
or call 219-866-5881.
Afternoon Movie
1:00pm Afternoon Movie Thursday, Jun. 4, 1:00pmWheatfield Spend the afternoon enjoying a movie! For movie title, contact Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774
Dirt Sundaes
2 pm Dirt Sundaes Thursday, Jun. 4, 2 pmRensselaer Come create and excavate a dirt sundae with yummy layers of cookies and cream. All ages welcome. Limit 20.
or call 219-866-5881.
Teen Summer Movie
3:00pm-5:00pm Teen Summer Movie Thursday, Jun. 4, 3:00pm-5:00pmWheatfield Teens will be able to come relax and watch a movie. Refreshments and snack provided. For movie title, contact Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins May 21.
Come Craft With Me!
5pm Come Craft With Me! Thursday, Jun. 4, 5pmDeMotte Bring your unfinished craft projects to work on and socialize with other crafty people.
After Hours Teen Book Club Murder Mystery Party
7-9pm After Hours Teen Book Club Murder Mystery Party Thursday, Jun. 4, 7-9pmDeMotte Join us to discuss One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Container Gardening
1:00pm Container Gardening Friday, Jun. 5, 1:00pmWheatfield Want to enjoy a garden with less maintenance? Join us to learn how easy it is to create a container garden and take home the supplies to start one. Supplies are limited to 1 per household. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins May 29.
Container Gardening
6:00pm Container Gardening Friday, Jun. 5, 6:00pmWheatfield Want to enjoy a garden with less maintenance? Join us to learn how easy it is to create a container garden and take home the supplies to start one. Supplies are limited to 1 per household. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins May 29. |
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Silent Auction
Silent Auction Sunday, Jun. 7(June 1-30) DeMotte The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of June.
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Story Time
10am
Story Time
11am
Ivy Tech Valparaiso Learning Lab and Info Session
4:00pm-6:00pm Ivy Tech Valparaiso Learning Lab and Info Session Monday, Jun. 8, 4:00pm-6:00pmWheatfield Ivy Tech Valparaiso Learning Lab and Info Session: The Learning Lab is hitting the road and will be visiting your town in June! Join us for hands -on activities that connect with our programs and degrees. Enhance your skills and gain credibility to elevate your career and achieve your goals and drea...read more
Registration required, begins May 25.
Bingo Book Club
6pm Bingo Book Club Monday, Jun. 8, 6pmDeMotte Join us to discuss your favorite books for the ongoing Bingo Book Club.
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Science Heroes present Digging It!
10 am Science Heroes present Digging It! Tuesday, Jun. 9, 10 amRensselaer Come and enjoy as the Science Heroes save the day – With Science!
Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Tuesday, Jun. 9, 10amWheatfield for children ages birth thru 23 months old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Science Heroes!
1pm Science Heroes! Tuesday, Jun. 9, 1pmDeMotte Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that's all around us!
Adult Book Discussion
1:30 p.m. Adult Book Discussion Tuesday, Jun. 9, 1:30 p.m.Wheatfield The Stationary Shop by Kamali Jarjan will be our book of discussion..
Summer Reading Program
3pm
Fantasy Book Club Night
6:00pm Fantasy Book Club Night Tuesday, Jun. 9, 6:00pmWheatfield We will be discussing Hail Mary Project by Andy Weir. Copies are available at the Wheatfield Library.
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Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 10, 10am(Wednesday, June 10 & 24, 10am) DeMotte An interactive story time for children under 2 years old.
or call 219-987-2221.
Bingo
11am
All Abilities at Wheatfield Library
1:00pm All Abilities at Wheatfield Library Wednesday, Jun. 10, 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.
Lapsit Story Time
1pm Lapsit Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 10, 1pm(Wednesday, June 10 & 24, 1pm) DeMotte An interactive story time for children under 2 years old.
or call 219-987-2221.
Discover FamilySearch Full Text Search
2 pm Discover FamilySearch Full Text Search Wednesday, Jun. 10, 2 pmRensselaer Join us on Wednesday, June 10th at 2 pm. Unearth your family history with FamilySearch newest feature full text search. See how FamilySearch applies generative AI to read historical handwriting and produce complete transcripts of billions of pages of historical manuscripts in a variety languages and...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
Genealogy Help
5-6:30 pm Genealogy Help Wednesday, Jun. 10, 5-6:30 pmRensselaer Join us on Wednesday, June 10th 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
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Teen Bingo
1pm Teen Bingo Thursday, Jun. 11, 1pmDeMotte Grab a card, mark your numbers, and see if you can get Bingo before anyone else.
or call 219-987-2221.
All Abilities Storytime
1-2 pm All Abilities Storytime Thursday, Jun. 11, 1-2 pmRensselaer This program is designed for adults with developmental disabilities. We will have a story and a craft for participants. All ages. Limit 14.
or call 219-866-5881.
Crystals
2pm Crystals Thursday, Jun. 11, 2pmRensselaer Create both real and fake crystals with this fun craft. Real crystals take time to grow, so while they grow, create a fun crystal decoration with hot glue that you can take home.
Teen Summer Craft
3:00pm-4:00pm Teen Summer Craft Thursday, Jun. 11, 3:00pm-4:00pmWheatfield Teens entering grades 6-12 will be able to do Diamond Art! Refreshments and snacks provided. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins May 28.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jun. 11, 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 Jun 1.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jun. 11, 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 Jun 1.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jun. 11, 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 Jun 1. |
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Saturday Story Time
10am Saturday Story Time Saturday, Jun. 13, 10amWheatfield for children ages 5 and younger, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Terrarium
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Silent Auction
Silent Auction Sunday, Jun. 14(June 1-30) DeMotte The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of June.
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Combat Coffee
9:30-11 am Combat Coffee Monday, Jun. 15, 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
4H Prep for Homeschoolers
12:00pm-2:00pm 4H Prep for Homeschoolers Monday, Jun. 15, 12:00pm-2:00pmWheatfield This month's Homeschool Meetup will be for fair prep. Homeschoolers can reserve space to work on thier 4H projects. Please note: No open flames allowed at the library. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Jun 1.
Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5:00pm Monday Magic (the Gathering) Monday, Jun. 15, 5:00pm(Mondays, June 1 & 15, 5pm) DeMotte Enjoy an exciting evening playing Magic the Gathering!
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Jurassic CSI
10 am Jurassic CSI Tuesday, Jun. 16, 10 amRensselaer Join us for this dinosaur whodunnit. Solve the crime with the clues available, using forensic techniques and laboratory science. Ages 8 and up. Limit 20.
or call 219-866-5881.
Summer Read Aloud & Activity Stations
10am Summer Read Aloud & Activity Stations Tuesday, Jun. 16, 10amDeMotte Join us for a read-aloud story then activity stations for hands-on fun.
or call 219-987-2221.
Summer Read Aloud & Activity Stations
1pm Summer Read Aloud & Activity Stations Tuesday, Jun. 16, 1pmDeMotte Join us for a read-aloud story then activity stations for hands-on fun.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Summer Story Time
10am Summer Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 17, 10am(Wednesday, June 3 & 17, 10am) DeMotte Stories, songs, and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Summer Story Time
1pm Summer Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 17, 1pm(Wednesday, June 3 & 17, 1pm) DeMotte Stories, songs, and activities designed for preschool-aged children.
or call 219-987-2221.
Storytellers Writing Club
6pm Storytellers Writing Club Wednesday, Jun. 17, 6pmDeMotte Join us for writing tips, sprints and feedback.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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Teen Book Cover Diamond Art
1pm Teen Book Cover Diamond Art Thursday, Jun. 18, 1pmDeMotte Bling your book using colorful diamond art gems.
or call 219-987-2221.
Plantable Paper and Seed Bombs
2 pm Plantable Paper and Seed Bombs Thursday, Jun. 18, 2 pmRensselaer We’ll create plantable paper and seed bombs bursting with wildflowers. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. All ages. Limit 20.
or call 219-866-5881.
Teen Summer Movie
3:00pm-5:00pm Teen Summer Movie Thursday, Jun. 18, 3:00pm-5:00pmWheatfield Teens will be able to come relax and watch a movie. Refreshments and snack provided. For movie title, contact Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Jun 4.
Dungeons and Dragons
3:30-5:30 pm Dungeons and Dragons Thursday, Jun. 18, 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! Dice will be provided but you can bring your own! Please register online, in person or ove...read more
or call 219-866-5881.
4H Prep at the Wheatfield Library
4:00pm-6:00pm 4H Prep at the Wheatfield Library Thursday, Jun. 18, 4:00pm-6:00pmWheatfield Do you have a project you need to finish for the fair? Reserve a space to work at the library! Don't forget your supplies! Please note: No open flames allowed at the library. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Jun 1.
Juicing & Smoothie Class
7pm Juicing & Smoothie Class Thursday, Jun. 18, 7pmDeMotte A juicing and smoothie demonstration using farm-fresh ingredients.
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Toddler Time
10am Toddler Time Friday, Jun. 19, 10amWheatfield for children ages 2 & 3 years old, along with a caregiver
or call 219-956-3774.
Diamond Art & Mocktails-Red, White & Blue
6 pm Diamond Art & Mocktails-Red, White & Blue Friday, Jun. 19, 6 pmRensselaer Join us on Friday, June 19th at 6 p.m. Celebrate America’s 250th by diamond painting your own America themed Magnet! Diamond art is fun, easy, and relaxing -- a perfect craft for this year’s America’s 250th anniversary! Diamond painting is a fantastic activity to let go of stress a...read more
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Diamond Art Red, White & Sparkle
2 pm Diamond Art Red, White & Sparkle Saturday, Jun. 20, 2 pmRensselaer Join us on Saturday, June 20th at 2 p.m. Celebrate America’s 250th by diamond painting your own America themed Magnet! Diamond art is fun, easy, and relaxing -- a perfect craft for this year’s America’s 250th anniversary! Diamond painting is a fantastic activity to let go of stress...read more
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Silent Auction
Silent Auction Sunday, Jun. 21(June 1-30) DeMotte The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of June.
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Story Time
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Story Time
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Magician Kevin Wilson
10 am Magician Kevin Wilson Tuesday, Jun. 23, 10 amRensselaer Enjoy the talents of Magician Kevin Wilson and Oreo the magic rabbit.
Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting
1:00pm Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting Tuesday, Jun. 23, 1:00pmWheatfield A nonprofit group whose primary focus is to promote and support the Wheatfield Library. New members welcome!
Magician Kevin Wilson
1pm Magician Kevin Wilson Tuesday, Jun. 23, 1pmDeMotte Enjoy the amazing show of Magician Kevin Wilson and Oreo the magic rabbit.
Draw Like Mary Blair
6pm Draw Like Mary Blair Tuesday, Jun. 23, 6pmDeMotte Learn to draw like artist Mary Blair.
or call 219-987-2221. |
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4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group
10 am 4th Wednesday Men’s Book Group Wednesday, Jun. 24, 10 amRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for the 4th Wednesday Men's Book Group! For June we will be reading: "The Odyssey by Home" Translated by Emily WilsonThe Men’s Book Club group was created for men, but anyone may join.Limit 20
or call 219-866-5881.
Lapsit Story Time
10am Lapsit Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 24, 10am(Wednesday, June 10 & 24, 10am) DeMotte An interactive story time for children under 2 years old.
or call 219-987-2221.
Lapsit Story Time
1pm Lapsit Story Time Wednesday, Jun. 24, 1pm(Wednesday, June 10 & 24, 1pm) DeMotte An interactive story time for children under 2 years old.
or call 219-987-2221.
Heirloom and Vintage Recipes
5:30 pm Heirloom and Vintage Recipes Wednesday, Jun. 24, 5:30 pmRensselaer Join us on Wednesday, June 24th at 5:30 pm. In celebration of our country's 250th birthday. We are cooking up history with Heirloom and Vintage recipes. Bring a prepared recipe that is meaningful to your family or tied to personal traditions, holidays, or memories. Recipes may include appetizers...read more
or call 219-866-5881. |
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Teen Cupcake Decorating
1pm Teen Cupcake Decorating Thursday, Jun. 25, 1pmDeMotte Get creative at the DeMotte Library to decorate cupcakes with frosting, sprinkles, and fun toppings!
or call 219-987-2221.
4th Thursday Book Group
1 pm 4th Thursday Book Group Thursday, Jun. 25, 1 pmRensselaer Join us at the Rensselaer Library for the 4th Thursday Book Group! For June, we will be reading;"The American Spirit" by David McCulloughRegistration requested, not required. Limit 20.
or call 219-866-5881.
Craft: Painting with Mud
2 pm Craft: Painting with Mud Thursday, Jun. 25, 2 pmRensselaer Did you know you could paint with mud, and it would look cool? Discover the most surprising art supply around: everyday dirt. Participants will mix their own paint and create a watercolor painting.
Teen Gaming Day
3:00pm-4:00pm Teen Gaming Day Thursday, Jun. 25, 3:00pm-4:00pmWheatfield Teens entering grades 6-12 will have a chance to play Nintendo Wii and Switch Games! Refreshments and snacks provided. Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Jun 8.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jun. 25, 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 Jun 8.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jun. 25, 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 Jun 8.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm Paws & Pages Thursday, Jun. 25, 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 Jun 8.
Chess Program
5:30pm Chess Program Thursday, Jun. 25, 5:30pmWheatfield for ages 10 years old and up
or call 219-956-3774. |
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Family Gamers Trivia
6:00pm-7:00pm Family Gamers Trivia Friday, Jun. 26, 6:00pm-7:00pmWheatfield This family program can bring the whole family together! Parents test you knowledge over video games you've played long ago. Kids, come school those parents on what modern games are out now! Registration is required.
Registration required, begins Jun 12. |
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Barbie Club
10am
Hot Wheels Club
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Silent Auction
Silent Auction Sunday, Jun. 28(June 1-30) DeMotte The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of June.
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Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Summer Scavenger Hunt! Monday, Jun. 29(June 29 - July 3) DeMotte DeMotte Library Scavenger Hunt June 29 through July 3 for kids in grades K-5.
Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading Program Monday, Jun. 29Wheatfield drop in anytime during library hours June 29th-July 3rd to pick up a 4th of July craft
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Silent Auction
Silent Auction Tuesday, Jun. 30(June 1-30) DeMotte The Friends of the DeMotte Library are holding a Silent Auction during the month of June.
Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Summer Scavenger Hunt! Tuesday, Jun. 30(June 29 - July 3) DeMotte DeMotte Library Scavenger Hunt June 29 through July 3 for kids in grades K-5.
Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading Program Tuesday, Jun. 30Wheatfield drop in anytime during library hours June 29th-July 3rd to pick up a 4th of July craft
Happy Birthday USA
10 am Happy Birthday USA Tuesday, Jun. 30, 10 amRensselaer Join us as we celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States of America. This party will feature patriotic games, crafts, activities, and of course, cake!
Books & Coffee
2:00pm Books & Coffee Tuesday, Jun. 30, 2:00pmCup of Joy This discussion meets at Cup or Joy. We will be discussing Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. Copies of the book are available at the Wheatfield Library.
Kahoot! Nature/Animal Trivia
6 pm Kahoot! Nature/Animal Trivia Tuesday, Jun. 30, 6 pmRensselaer Nature/Animal 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.
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