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Library Events & Programs

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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Summer Reading Continues in July
Summer Reading Continues in July
Wednesday, Jul. 1
Rensselaer
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 Program
 Summer Reading Program
Wednesday, Jul. 1
Wheatfield
drop in anytime during library hours June 29th-July 3rd to pick up a 4th of July craft
Summer Scavenger Hunt!
 Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Wednesday, Jul. 1
(June 29 - July 3)

DeMotte
DeMotte Library Scavenger Hunt June 29 through July 3 for kids in grades K-5.
Combat Coffee
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 Combat Coffee
Wednesday, Jul. 1, 10Combat Coffee
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
10am
 Summer Story Time
Wednesday, Jul. 1, 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. 1, 1pm
(Wednesday, July 1 & 15, 1pm)

DeMotte
Stories, songs and activities designed for preschool-aged children.

or call 219-987-2221.
Lego Program
4pm
 Lego Program
Wednesday, Jul. 1, 4pm
Wheatfield
for children ages 5 and older

or call 219-956-3774.
Scrabble Game Night
6 pm
 Scrabble Game Night
Wednesday, Jul. 1, 6 pm
Rensselaer
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 as there is a limit of 8 people.

or call 219-866-5881.
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Summer Reading Program
 Summer Reading Program
Thursday, Jul. 2
Wheatfield
drop in anytime during library hours June 29th-July 3rd to pick up a 4th of July craft
Summer Scavenger Hunt!
 Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Thursday, Jul. 2
(June 29 - July 3)

DeMotte
DeMotte Library Scavenger Hunt June 29 through July 3 for kids in grades K-5.
BINGO
10-11 am
 BINGO
Thursday, Jul. 2, 10-11 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Renselaer library for BINGO!!! No cost, registration required, limit 25 participants. PRIZES!!

or call 219-866-5881.
Afternoon Movie
1:00pm
 Afternoon Movie
Thursday, Jul. 2, 1:00pm
Wheatfield
Spend the afternoon enjoying a movie! For movie title, contact the Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774.  

Registration required, begins Jun 17.
Patriotic Bubble Wands
2 pm
 Patriotic Bubble Wands
Thursday, Jul. 2, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Make your own red-white-and-blue bubble wand and experiment with shapes and designs.
Teen Summer Movie
3:00pm-5:00pm
 Teen Summer Movie
Thursday, Jul. 2, 3:00pm-5:00pm
Wheatfield
Teens will be able to come, relax, and watch a movie. Refreshments and snacks provided. Registration is required. 

Registration required, begins Jun 18.
First Thursday Craft Club
5pm
 First Thursday Craft Club
Thursday, Jul. 2, 5pm
DeMotte
Bring your craft projects to work on and socialize with other crafty people.
After-Hours Teen Book Club
7pm
 After-Hours Teen Book Club
Thursday, Jul. 2, 7pm
DeMotte
Teens can meet after hours at the library to talk about My Hero Academia, Vol. 1 by Kohei Horikoshi.

or call 219-987-2221.
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Summer Reading Program
 Summer Reading Program
Friday, Jul. 3
Wheatfield
drop in anytime during library hours June 29th-July 3rd to pick up a 4th of July craft
Summer Scavenger Hunt!
 Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Friday, Jul. 3
(June 29 - July 3)

DeMotte
DeMotte Library Scavenger Hunt June 29 through July 3 for kids in grades K-5.
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Monday Magic (the Gathering)
5:00pm
 Monday Magic (the Gathering)
Monday, Jul. 6, 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.

or call 219-987-2221.
Diamond Art Magnets
6:00pm-7:00pm
 Diamond Art Magnets
Monday, Jul. 6, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Wheatfield
Celebrate America 250 by making sparkly diamond art magnets.  For more information, visit www.myjcpl.org or call the Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774.  Registration is required.    

Registration required, begins Jun 22.
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Jurassic Park Escape Room
4 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
5 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 5 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Summer Reading Indiana Wild
10 am
  Summer Reading Indiana Wild
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 10 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer library and discover different animals from Indiana! Learn about the differet animals with us and have fun!
Indiana Wild
1pm
 Indiana Wild
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 1pm
DeMotte
Join us for "the MOST incredible live animal presentation"!
Summer Reading Program
3pm
 Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 3pm
Wheatfield
Indiana Wild
Writing Club
6 pm
 Writing Club
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 6 pm
Rensselaer
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.
Bee Water Cups
6pm
 Bee Water Cups
Tuesday, Jul. 7, 6pm
DeMotte
Create an adorable water station for bees.

or call 219-987-2221.
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Jurassic Park Escape Room
9 am
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 9 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
10 am
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 10 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
11 am
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 11 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
2 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
3 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
4 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 4 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Lapsit Story Time
10am
 Lapsit Story Time
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 10am
DeMotte
Interactive story time for babies featuring simple stories, songs, rhymes, and lap bounces.

or call 219-987-2221.
Bingo
11am
 Bingo
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 11am
DeMotte
An exciting hour of bingo!

or call 219-987-2221.
Lapsit Story Time
1pm
 Lapsit Story Time
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 1pm
DeMotte
Interactive story time for babies featuring simple stories, songs, rhymes, and lap bounces.

or call 219-987-2221.
All Abilities at Wheatfield Library
1:00pm
All Abilities at Wheatfield Library
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 1:00pmAll Abilities at Whe
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.
How to Play Pickleball
2 pm
 How to Play Pickleball
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Want to try a new sport? Come to the library and learn how to play Pickleball! We’ll go over the rules, and walk you through how to play! And at a future date that is still to be determined, maybe you’ll be able to play a Pickleball tournament with us! Even if you are an expert at Pickle...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Genealogy Help
5-6:30 pm
 Genealogy Help
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 5-6:30 pm
Rensselaer
Join us on Wednesday, July 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 how...read more
Trivia Night at Marcella’s
6:00pm
Trivia Night at Marcella’s
Wednesday, Jul. 8, 6:00pm
Marcella's Pizza
Join us for a patriotic trivia night to celebrate America 250 at Marcella’s Pizza!!!  For more information, visit www.myjcpl.org or call the Wheatfield Library at 219-956-3774.  Registration is required. This program is for adults 18+ years old. We only need one n...read more

Registration required, begins Jun 24.
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Jurassic Park Escape Room
12 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Thursday, Jul. 9, 12 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
1 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Thursday, Jul. 9, 1 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
2 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Thursday, Jul. 9, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

Jurassic Park Escape Room
6 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Thursday, Jul. 9, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
7 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Thursday, Jul. 9, 7 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Teen Wii Get Together
1pm
 Teen Wii Get Together
Thursday, Jul. 9, 1pm
DeMotte
Join us for Wii games and a lot of fun!

or call 219-987-2221.
All Abilities
1-2 pm
 All Abilities
Thursday, Jul. 9, 1-2 pm
Rensselaer
Adults with developmental disabilities are invited to join us for a story and a craft.

or call 219-866-5881.
Cave craft
2 pm
 Cave craft
Thursday, Jul. 9, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Create a cave using household items and discover how caves are formed in Indiana. Limit 20

or call 219-866-5881.
Teen Expolorers Program
3:00pm-4:00pm
 Teen Expolorers Program
Thursday, Jul. 9, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Wheatfield
Dinosaurs! Where? Teens will have some fun with different dinosaur activities. Come see what you can find! Snacks and refreshments included. Registration is required.

Registration required, begins Jun 25.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jul. 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 Jun 25.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jul. 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 Jun 25.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jul. 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 Jun 25.
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Jurassic Park Escape Room
12 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Friday, Jul. 10, 12 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
1 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Friday, Jul. 10, 1 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
2 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Friday, Jul. 10, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
5 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Friday, Jul. 10, 5 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
6 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Friday, Jul. 10, 6 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

Jurassic Park Escape Room
7 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Friday, Jul. 10, 7 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Nerf Night
5:30pm-7:00pm
 Nerf Night
Friday, Jul. 10, 5:30pm-7:00pm
Wheatfield
Children ages 8 years and older. Anyone under 13 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. All participants will be required to sign a waiver which includes a parent permission for those under age 18. Participants are required to bring their own unmod...read more

Registration required, begins Jun 23.
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Jurassic Park Escape Room
9 am
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Saturday, Jul. 11, 9 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
10 am
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Saturday, Jul. 11, 10 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
11 am
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Saturday, Jul. 11, 11 am
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
2 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Saturday, Jul. 11, 2 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Jurassic Park Escape Room
3 pm
 Jurassic Park Escape Room
Saturday, Jul. 11, 3 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Library from July 7th-11th for a Jurassic Park themed Escape Room! Put your brains to the test and see if you can unlock the answers on how to save the last known species of Velociraptors from extinction!! Try to find the secret to saving the Velociraptors and escape the ab...read more

or call 219-866-5881.
Saturday Story Time
10am
 Saturday Story Time
Saturday, Jul. 11, 10am
Wheatfield
for children ages 5 years old and younger, accompanied by an adult

or call 219-956-3774.
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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, 10am
Wheatfield
for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old

or call 219-956-3774.
Story Time
11am
 Story Time
Monday, Jul. 13, 11am
Wheatfield
for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old

or call 219-956-3774.
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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 am
Rensselaer
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, 10am
Wheatfield
for children ages birth thru 23 months old, along with a caregiver

or call 219-956-3774.
Balloongenuity
1pm
 Balloongenuity
Tuesday, Jul. 14, 1pm
DeMotte
Join us for Balloon twisting entertainment!
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.
Summer Reading Program
3pm
 Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, Jul. 14, 3pm
Wheatfield
Balloon-genuity
Gardening 101: Soil & Plant Nutrition
5:30pm
Gardening 101: Soil & Plant Nutrition
Tuesday, Jul. 14, 5:30pm
DeMotte
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, 6pm
DeMotte
Join fellow writers to chat and work on your project.

or call 219-987-2221.
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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-3pm
DeMotte
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 pm
Rensselaer
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-5:00pm
Wheatfield
Teens will be able to come, relax, and watch a movie. Refreshments and snacks provided. Registration is required. 

Registration required, begins Jul 2.
Cookbook Club
6pm
 Cookbook Club
Thursday, Jul. 16, 6pm
DeMotte
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, 10am
Wheatfield
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-8:00pm
Wheatfield
Join us for a family movie. Call the Wheatfield Library for more information at 219-956-3774.  Snacks will be provided, registration required. 

Registration required, begins Jul 3.
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Diamond Art
2pm
 Diamond Art
Saturday, Jul. 18, 2pm
DeMotte
Create a diamond art potted plant or succulent magnet.

or call 219-987-2221.
Team Speed Puzzling!
2-4 pm
 Team Speed Puzzling!
Saturday, Jul. 18, 2-4 pm
Rensselaer
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.
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Combat Coffee
9:30-11 am
 Combat Coffee
Monday, Jul. 20, 9:30-11 am
Rensselaer
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-2:00pm
Wheatfield
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 

Registration required, begins Jul 6.
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.

or call 219-987-2221.
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Summer Reading Registration
 Summer Reading Registration
Tuesday, Jul. 21
Rensselaer
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. 21
Rensselaer
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 am
Rensselaer
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
1pm
 Foam Party Finale
Tuesday, Jul. 21, 1pm
DeMotte
Youth of all ages are welcome to soak up the fun!
Bookies
2pm
 Bookies
Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2pm
DeMotte
The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons.
Summer Reading Program
3pm
 Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, Jul. 21, 3pm
Wheatfield
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 pm
Rensselaer
Join us at the Rensselaer Farmer’s Market around the Courthouse lawn for face painting and crafts!
Bookies
6pm
 Bookies
Tuesday, Jul. 21, 6pm
DeMotte
The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons.
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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 am
Rensselaer
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 pm
Rensselaer
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-4:00pm
Wheatfield
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.  

Registration required, begins Jul 9.
Paws & Pages
4:00pm-4:20pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jul. 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 Jul 9.
Paws & Pages
4:25pm-4:45pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jul. 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 Jul 9.
Paws & Pages
4:50pm-5:15pm
 Paws & Pages
Thursday, Jul. 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 Jul 9.
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Family Water Day 
12:00pm-2:00pm
 Family Water Day 
Friday, Jul. 24, 12:00pm-2:00pm
Wheatfield
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
10am
 Barbie Club
Saturday, Jul. 25, 10am
DeMotte
We have the Barbies - you bring the fun!
Hot Wheels Club
2pm
 Hot Wheels Club
Saturday, Jul. 25, 2pm
DeMotte
We have the cars & tracks - you bring the fun!
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Story Time
10am
 Story Time
Monday, Jul. 27, 10am
Wheatfield
for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old

or call 219-956-3774.
Story Time
11am
 Story Time
Monday, Jul. 27, 11am
Wheatfield
for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old

or call 219-956-3774.
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Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting
1:00pm
Friends of the Wheatfield Library Monthly Meeting
Tuesday, Jul. 28, 1:00pm
Wheatfield
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, 2:00pm
Cup 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, 5:30pm
DeMotte
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 pm
Rensselaer
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 pm
Rensselaer
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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