This Weekend's Upcoming Merrillville Area Events

Merrillville IN

16 September, 2021

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MERRILLVILLE, IN — Looking for things to do in the Merrillville area? Don't miss what's new on your Merrillville Patch community calendar. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Want to add an upcoming event? Whether you're planning a hackathon, a board game night, 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 a few events happening this weekend in and around Merrillville: Lost Hills by Lee Goldberg - Lake County Public Library When: Thursday, September 16th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Thursday, September 16 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMJoin the discussion of this title, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Books selection for September. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch. Learn More Afterschool in the Woods: Racing Stripes and Polka Dots When: Thursday, September 16th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Thursday and September 16 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMAll ages Nature is amazing and there's so much to learn! Join us each month as we discover something new about nature together! This month we will focus on animal and plant pat... Learn More Nature Playdate: Gibson Woods - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Friday, September 17th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday and September 17 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMAges 2-6 with caregiver Discover the natural wonders of the Lake County Parks during a monthly play date. We will meet at a different park each month to see what nature has in ... Learn More Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months When: Friday, September 17th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Friday, September 17 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMBabies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills. Learn More Fall in Love with Your Parks: Oak Ridge Prairie When: Friday, September 17th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, September 17 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PMAll ages Lake County Parks are fantastic! Join a park naturalist this fall and learn to love them like we do. Please dress for the weather. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call... Learn More Friday Moonlight Walk - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Friday, September 17th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, September 17 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PMAges 5 and up Enjoy an evening walk in the preserve under the moonlight. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188. http://lakecountyparks.com/calendar.aspx?EID=1549 Learn More Life Under a Log - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Saturday, September 18th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Saturday, September 18 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AMAges 3 and up Peek under logs to discover their treasures as we venture into this secret underground world of the woods. Wear shoes/clothes you do not mind getting dirty/wet. ... Learn More Stitch'n Time - Lake County Public Library When: Saturday, September 18th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Saturday, September 18 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PMBring your current projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) for an opportunity to chat and create! Learn More Craft and Chat - Lake County Public Library When: Saturday, September 18th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Saturday, September 18 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMBring your craft projects from home and join us to chat with fellow crafters and work on your project without the interruptions of home. All are welcome. Learn More Teen Craft: Paper Cacti - Lake County Public Library When: Saturday, September 18th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Saturday, September 18 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMHang out and make easy paper craft cacti. Registration is required. Masks must be worn for the duration of the program. Ages 12-18. Learn More Deep River Grinders vs. Springfield Long Nines When: Sunday, September 19th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Sunday, September 19 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PMIt's a great day for Vintage Baseball! Head out to Deep River County Park and watch the Deep River Grinders take on the Springfield Long Nines. The match is a peek into the past ... Learn More Long Drives Save Lives - Nicasa's 31st Annual Golf Outing When: Monday, September 20th at 7:00 a.m. Where: White Deer Run Golf Course What: Join us for Long Drives Save Lives on Monday, September 20th at White Deer Run Golf Club in Vernon Hills. Enjoy a great day of golf, contests, a silent auction, and more while supporting individuals and families throughout Lake County who are in need of life-saving substance u... Learn More Zoom Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, September 20th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, September 20 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PMStorytime via Zoom for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, rhymes, and music activities that support early literacy skills. A craft will be available... Learn More Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, September 20th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, September 20 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PMEach family member attending must register. All participants 2+ must be masked while in the programming room and the craft will be a Busy Bag. Learn More Crafternoon (K & Up) - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, September 20th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, September 20 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMKids in Kindergarten and older will make a spooky creation from supplied materials. Learn More All Ability: Sports fans - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, September 20th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, September 20 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMCreate a sports themed door hanger and pennant to prepare for the fall seasons! All Ability programs are geared towards adults with special needs. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED & MA... Learn More Tween Time: Are You Smarter Than A Librarian? When: Monday, September 20th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, September 20 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMDo you have what it takes to outsmart a librarian?Ages 8-14 are invited to test their knowledge of general trivia. Tweens will work together to outsmart a library professional. Learn More Dear Mrs. Bird by AJ Pearce - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 11:15 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PMOur September 2021 title is Dear Mrs. Bird by AJ Pearce. Pick up a copy at the Hobart branch and join us in person or virtually for a chat! Contact us at [email protected] for event d... Learn More Crossroads Chamber Monthly Luncheon - Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce When: Tuesday, September 21st at 11:15 a.m. Where: Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, September 21 from 11:15 AM to 1:00 PMWe will be joined by Joy Thompkin and Carol Podolak, Bnutty, LLC, co-owners.  They will share their journey of starting a business and how they took Bnutty, LLC sales nati... Learn More Zoom Storytime: Ages 4-5 - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities and rhymes, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills. Learn More Minecraft Hour - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 3:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PMCome in and try Minecraft Pi. Play by yourself or with others. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Masks are required to be worn for this event. Learn More TEEN Anime Club - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PMJoin us for Anime Night. We will be watching a selected anime film or TV series. Ages 13-18+. Please register. Learn More Teen DIY Crystal Balls - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMLearn how to make your own crystal ball in this teen craft program! This will make for a perfect Halloween decoration or accessory to your costume. Learn More School Board Meeting - Merrillville Community School Corp When: Tuesday, September 21st at 6:00 p.m. Where: Merrillville Community School Corp What: Event listing from Merrillville Community School Corp: Tuesday, September 21 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Learn More Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 months When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AMThis lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development. Learn More Preschool in the Park - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Wednesday, September 22 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMPreschool in the Park is a FREE 30 minute program designed for kids ages 3-5 and their families. Each week will feature a storytime and craft, focusing on something new abou... Learn More Hobbit Day Display Companion Craft to Go Bag When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 11:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PMSeptember 22nd is Hobbit Day. Celebrate J.R.R. Tolkin while creating a mini hobbit door. Grab a craft-to-go bag at the Griffith-Calumet Twp branch. While supplies last. Learn More Zoom Storytime: Ages 4-5 - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PMJoin us via zoom for our 4s & 5s storytime, featuring stories, fingerplays, and music that teach pre-reading skills. Please register with an email to take part. 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.