This Weekend's Upcoming Merrillville Area Events

Merrillville IN

05 August, 2021

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MERRILLVILLE, IN — Wondering what there is to do in the Merrillville area this weekend? Don't miss what's new on your Merrillville Patch community calendar. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this weekend. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a fundraiser, a coat drive, or yoga in the park, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Merrillville: Featured Event: Free Online Webinar - Living Trusts, Guardianships and Live Q&A When: Friday, August 6th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Free Online Webinar - Living Trusts, Guardianships and Live Q&A What: ==> Click to Sign Up for our Webinar <== Discover how to: -Avoid Probate -Make sure you control your life if you become disabled. -Keep estate private -Setup special needs trusts -Use a will vs living trust -Setup a medicaid Trust ==> Click to Sign Up for our Webinar... Learn More Featured Event: Free Online Webinar - Living Trusts, Guardianships and Live Q&A (David Wilson) Nature's Bouquet Hike - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Friday, August 6th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, August 6 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AMAll ages More than 300 species of native plants are found at Gibson Woods, and including a variety of rare and unique species. Join a park naturalist for a walk through the preserve to ... Learn More Nature's Circle - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Friday, August 6th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, August 6 from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AMAges 2-6 with caregiver Let's learn to enjoy nature together at an outdoor circle time, as we celebrate the summer reading theme of "Tails and Tales." Read a story, and sing silly song... Learn More Summer Stroll - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Saturday, August 7 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMAll ages Summer will be gone before we know it, so join us for a morning stroll to soak in some summer splendor. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188. http://lake... Learn More Create an Artful Life: Acrylic Painting (Fee) When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Saturday, August 7 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PMWork with acrylics & canvas on an easel, following instructor's example to create an original piece of art. $25 cash fee paid at the time of class covers all materials. Learn More I Spy Young Naturalists - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Monday, August 9th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Monday, August 9 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AMAges 3-6 with caregiver Foster that natural curiosity in your little one by venturing outdoors to 'spy' what's happening at Gibson Woods Nature Preserve. Each session will include s... Learn More Independent Film: The Third Wife - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, August 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, August 9 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMIndependent Film Series. Adults only. Refreshments provided. Vietnamese with English subtitles. 96 minutes. Registration required. Learn More The Good Detective by John McMahon - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, August 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, August 9 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMP.T. Marsh was a rising star on the police force until his wife and young son died in an accident. Since that night, heâ��s lost the ability to see the line between smart moves & disastr... Learn More School Board Building Tours - Merrillville Community School Corp When: Monday, August 9th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Merrillville Community School Corp What: Event listing from Merrillville Community School Corp: Monday, August 9 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PMIntermediate School: 4:30pm– 5:00pmMiddle School: 5:10pm – 5:40pmHigh School: 5:50pm – 6:30pm Learn More TEEN LGBTQ Teens Support & Discussion Group When: Monday, August 9th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, August 9 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMTogether with PFLAGCP-NWI, we are hosting a support, education, & networking space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. TEENS (12-18) are welcome. REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ZOOM LOG-IN L... Learn More English as a Second Language (ESL) - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, August 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, August 9 from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PMEnglish Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free. Learn More Weekly Dragonfly Hunt - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Tuesday, August 10th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Tuesday, August 10 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AMAdults Gibson Woods is home to 20+ documented species of dragonflies. Explore the trails in search of these amazing winged hunters. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-... Learn More Two Can Tuesday - Lake County Parks & Recreation Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center When: Tuesday, August 10th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center: Tuesday, August 10 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM2 Cans + 1 Paid Child = a FREE adult Bring in two canned goods to donate to the Food Bank and receive a free adult when you pay for a child's ... Learn More All Ability Craft to Go Bag - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMAll Ability projects are designed for adults with special needs but open to all. Registration is Required. Supplies are limited! "Be a pineapple: Stand tall, wear a crown, and be sweet o... Learn More Friends of the Library Meeting - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMThe Friends of the Library Board will host a meeting. Learn More Teen Online Games/Teen Advisory Board (TAB) When: Tuesday, August 10th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PMTeens are invited to play online games while we hang out on Zoom! Bring your game ideas! We will brainstorm future program ideas. Ask how (TAB) can count toward volunteer hours! Learn More National S'mores Day Open House - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Tuesday, August 10th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Tuesday, August 10 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PMAll ages $1 per person What's summer without having a marshmallow or s'mores over the campfire? Stop over to Oak Ridge Prairie and enjoy a great summer treat in celebration of Nati... Learn More Crochet @ Your Library - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PMBring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn ... or bring along a project you're already working on! Learn More Ambassador Committee Meeting - Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce When: Wednesday, August 11th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce: Wednesday, August 11 from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM Learn More Winged Wonders Walk - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Wednesday, August 11th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Wednesday, August 11 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AMAll ages The skies are filled with animals in flight in our warm summer months. Which winged wonders will we witness each week? Will nature surprise us with something new? Join ... Learn More "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986) - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, August 11th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, August 11 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PMA charismatic high-school student convinces his best friend to play hooky with him and attempts to bring the young man out of his shell during a memorable day in Chicago. Rated PG-13. 1... Learn More Check out more awesome local events, or add your own, on the Merrillville Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.