Teens - make a custom #tea blend to match a character or theme of your choice! We'll meet up at Hobart Branch November 7 at 3:30 PM for a fun hour of blending with a taste test to finish off the event. Save your seat: lcplin.org/event/11941482

If you saw the movie and didn't like it, say it with us: the book was better! The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey is a YA post-apocalypse series with a lot to offer. Check out our review and then check out the books: bit.ly/3NJRraO #BookRecommendation

Another beautiful day at the #library! Ray on our maintenance crew snagged this wonderful shot last week. We've turned it into a puzzle for you to enjoy as the days grow cold and grey: jigex.com/yHcw4

If you heard cackling coming from Highland Branch recently, don't worry about it. It was just a roomful of mad scientists having an amazing time with their #Halloween experiments!

Navajo Ranger Stanley Milford, Jr. has investigated many cases of the #paranormal and unexplained in the course of his career in Navajoland. On 11/7 he'll share those experiences with us in a live-stream chat about his memoir, The Paranormal Ranger! libraryc.org/lcplin

Incredible #Bats visited Lake Station-New Chicago with their furry - and scaly - friends. And yes, it was incredible! Special thank you to the LCPL Foundation for sponsoring this fantastic event! #Animals #NWIndiana

A #DarkFantasy YA novel by a #NWIndiana author? Don't mind if we do... Fortune's Kiss by Amber Clement Updates Only comes out November 12. Check out our review and then place your hold so you're first in line when it hits shelves! bit.ly/3YolSbt #BookRecommendation

This week, tune in to Jenny Slate's audiobook, LIFEFORMS. Check it out or place a hold here: share.libbyapp.com/title/10496482

Reminder that Merrillville will close early at 5 PM tomorrow (11/7) for the LCPL Foundation's sold out Evening of Jazz & Wine fundraiser! Thank you to everyone who has supported the Foundation with their ticket purchase. We look forward to seeing you for a wonderful evening!

This week the Lake County Public Library has 251 new books and nine new movies. New items include The Grey Wolf, The Forge, The Wild Robot, How My Neighbor Stole Christmas, White Bird, Half Baked Harvest Quick & Cozy, and Little Christmas Carol. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=1186…

LCPL staff recommend Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller! Miller writes with unyielding wit while tackling complex, serious topics. Check out a one-quote sample, then check out the book: bit.ly/4hyKMOH #BookRecommendation

We had a smashing time at Munster Library's Monster Bash last week! #HalloweenParty

Let's get creative! Swing by Lake Station-New Chicago and get inspired by our amazing display of handmade #crafts. Then hop on to Creativebug to find hundreds of tutorials to start your own craft project - it's free with your library card! Get started: creativebug.com/lib/lcplin

This week's movie night pick is WONKA, starring Timothee Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, & Matt Lucas. Rated PG. You can check its availability and place a hold here: tinyurl.com/mua5ymhp

Happy #VeteransDay, and a big thank you to all of our veterans! All locations are open normal hours to serve you today.

Our notification emails have a new look! When an item is almost due or renews automatically you'll get an email that looks like this. It's very different from the old look, but don't worry - it's official! #LibraryUpdates

This week tune in to Halsey's album, THE GREAT IMPERSONATOR. You can stream it instantly here: tinyurl.com/yudx6xya

This week the Lake County Public Library has 618 new books, five new movies, and 74 new music CDs. New items include Deadpool & Wolverine, From Zero, Balloons over Broadway, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Holiday Seasoning, and It Ends with Us. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=1186…

This week's movie night pick is TWISTERS, starring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Maura Tierney, Kiernan Shipka, Katy O'Brian, and David Corenswet. Rated PG-13. You can check its availability and place a hold here: tinyurl.com/4d7c3xp5

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