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  • July 13, 2026

    Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt @ Main

    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Stories will count for registered Summer Reading Program participants.

  • Story Time @ Woodson

    4:00 pm
  • July 14, 2026

    Summer Reading Board Game @ Main

    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    All about digging.

  • Lo-Fi Hangout for Teens @ Woodson

    3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • July 16, 2026

    Summer Reading Program Closing Ceremony @ Woodson

    1:00 pm
  • Summer Reading: Adopt-A-Dinosaur @ Main

    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Adopt your very own dinosaur! Adoption forms will be provided.

  • July 18, 2026

    Saturday Chess Tournament @ Main

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Chess Tournaments - All ages welcome (Not USCF sanctioned). Walk-ins welcome, featuring 30 minute games. Registration is encouraged but not required. FREE! 219- 886-2484 for more information.

  • July 20, 2026

    Story Time @ Woodson

    4:00 pm
  • July 21, 2026

    Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • July 22, 2026

    Story Hour @ Main

    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • July 25, 2026

    Handwork & Hangout @ Woodson

    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Join local fiber artist Jane Whedbee in crafting and connecting with other fiber art enthusiasts at the library. Bring your lunch and a portable, non-messy handwork project—knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting,

  • Summer Reading Program Closing Ceremony @ Main

    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Participants are invited to a closing ceremony event with food and fun. Those who completed Reading Logs will receive prizes.

  • July 27, 2026

    Story Time @ Woodson

    4:00 pm
  • July 28, 2026

    Charmed, I'm Sure Etiquette Program @ Main

    2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Back to school etiquette lesson presented by Miss Shakinah Bullock

  • Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • July 31, 2026

    Story Hour @ Main

    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • August 4, 2026

    Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • August 8, 2026

    Saturday Chess Tournament @ Main

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Chess Tournaments - All ages welcome (Not USCF sanctioned). Walk-ins welcome, featuring 30 minute games. Registration is encouraged but not required. FREE! 219- 886-2484 for more information.

  • August 11, 2026

    Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • August 15, 2026

    Handwork & Hangout @ Woodson

    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Join local fiber artist Jane Whedbee in crafting and connecting with other fiber art enthusiasts at the library. Bring your lunch and a portable, non-messy handwork project—knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting,

  • August 30, 2026

    Classical Sunday Concert

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • September 20, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • October 18, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • November 15, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • December 20, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • January 17, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • February 21, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • March 21, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • April 18, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • May 16, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • September 19, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • October 17, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • November 21, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • December 19, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • January 16, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • February 20, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • March 19, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • April 16, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • May 21, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • September 17, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • October 15, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • November 19, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • December 17, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • January 21, 2029

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

Events

Category:
  • July 13, 2026

    Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt @ Main

    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Stories will count for registered Summer Reading Program participants.

  • Story Time @ Woodson

    4:00 pm
  • July 14, 2026

    Summer Reading Board Game @ Main

    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    All about digging.

  • Lo-Fi Hangout for Teens @ Woodson

    3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • July 16, 2026

    Summer Reading Program Closing Ceremony @ Woodson

    1:00 pm
  • Summer Reading: Adopt-A-Dinosaur @ Main

    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Adopt your very own dinosaur! Adoption forms will be provided.

  • July 18, 2026

    Saturday Chess Tournament @ Main

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Chess Tournaments - All ages welcome (Not USCF sanctioned). Walk-ins welcome, featuring 30 minute games. Registration is encouraged but not required. FREE! 219- 886-2484 for more information.

  • July 20, 2026

    Story Time @ Woodson

    4:00 pm
  • July 21, 2026

    Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • July 22, 2026

    Story Hour @ Main

    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • July 25, 2026

    Handwork & Hangout @ Woodson

    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Join local fiber artist Jane Whedbee in crafting and connecting with other fiber art enthusiasts at the library. Bring your lunch and a portable, non-messy handwork project—knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting,

  • Summer Reading Program Closing Ceremony @ Main

    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Participants are invited to a closing ceremony event with food and fun. Those who completed Reading Logs will receive prizes.

  • July 27, 2026

    Story Time @ Woodson

    4:00 pm
  • July 28, 2026

    Charmed, I'm Sure Etiquette Program @ Main

    2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Back to school etiquette lesson presented by Miss Shakinah Bullock

  • Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • July 31, 2026

    Story Hour @ Main

    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • August 4, 2026

    Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • August 8, 2026

    Saturday Chess Tournament @ Main

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Chess Tournaments - All ages welcome (Not USCF sanctioned). Walk-ins welcome, featuring 30 minute games. Registration is encouraged but not required. FREE! 219- 886-2484 for more information.

  • August 11, 2026

    Oral History for beginners @ Woodson

    4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

    Join us for a four week workshop series with writer, producer and artist Sam Love. Workshop will feature planning, executing and archiving for conducting oral history - style interviews. Discover how they can be used in local history,

  • August 15, 2026

    Handwork & Hangout @ Woodson

    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Join local fiber artist Jane Whedbee in crafting and connecting with other fiber art enthusiasts at the library. Bring your lunch and a portable, non-messy handwork project—knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting,

  • August 30, 2026

    Classical Sunday Concert

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • September 20, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • October 18, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • November 15, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • December 20, 2026

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • January 17, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • February 21, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • March 21, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • April 18, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • May 16, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • September 19, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • October 17, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • November 21, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • December 19, 2027

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • January 16, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • February 20, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • March 19, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • April 16, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • May 21, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • September 17, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • October 15, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • November 19, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • December 17, 2028

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,

  • January 21, 2029

    Jazz Sunday Concert @ Main

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    co-sponsored by the Greater Gary American Jazz Association Entrance through the north parking lot side only. Library closed - no library service. Doors open at 2:30pm. Sunday Jazz Concerts will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month,