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.
We often take pictures or shoot videos at library events to use in library publicity materials and on our website. Please view our policy.
View as List
View My Events
Advanced Search
| |||||||||||||
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
5
|
6
|
||||||||
|
7
|
8
|
9
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.
|
10
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.
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.
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.
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
|
11
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
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.
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.
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.
or call 219-956-3774. |
12
|
13
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
1:30pm |
|||||||
|
14
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.
|
15
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
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. |
16
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. |
17
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.
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. |
18
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
Juicing & Smoothie Class
7pm Juicing & Smoothie Class Thursday, Jun. 18, 7pmDeMotte A juicing and smoothie demonstration using farm-fresh ingredients.
|
19
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. |
20
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. |
|||||||
|
21
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.
|
22
Story Time
10am
Story Time
11am |
23
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.
Magician Kevin Wilson
1pm Magician Kevin Wilson Tuesday, Jun. 23, 1pmDeMotte Enjoy the amazing show 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!
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. |
24
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. |
25
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
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.
or call 219-956-3774.
Chess Program
5:30pm Chess Program Thursday, Jun. 25, 5:30pmWheatfield for ages 10 years old and up
or call 219-956-3774. |
26
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. |
27
Barbie Club
10am
Hot Wheels Club
2pm |
|||||||
|
28
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.
|
29
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
|
30
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.
|
|||||||||||
| |||||||||||||
E-mail
Add to Calendar
