This Week's Merrillville Area Events

Merrillville IN

11 October, 2021

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MERRILLVILLE, IN — Hoping to go on a family outing? Hoping to spend a night out with friends? Below, we've included some of this week's top events from Merrillville. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. Hot tip: If you want to see your event in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. 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 week throughout Merrillville: Featured Event: Get 10% Off Your L.L.Bean Purchase Online And In Stores When: Monday, October 11th at 11:00 p.m. What: When it comes to dressing for the weather, we here at L.L.Bean know it's always best to plan for the unexpected. As temperatures dip, it's important to have clothing that will help you stay warm, dry and ready for anything. Fortunately for you, L.L.Bean is offering 10% off you... Learn More Featured Event: Get 10% Off Your L.L.Bean Purchase Online And In Stores (L.L.Bean) What Rose Forgot by Nevada Barr - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 11 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMRose Dennis wakes up in a hospital gown, her brain in a fog, and only to discover that she's been committed to an Alzheimer's Unit in a nursing home. Learn More Independent Film: GENÃ�SE (GENESIS) - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday and October 11 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMIndependent Film Series. Adults only. English and French with English subtitles. 130 minutes. Registration and masks required. Learn More Virtual Storytime: Ages 4-6 - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 11 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PMChildren will develop pre-reading skills as they enjoy stories, music, STEAM activities and a craft to pick-up. Must have email and be able to run Zoom from a computer or mobile device. Learn More Word Games: An Afternoon of Fun - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 11th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 11 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMPlay Scrabble or other word games with friends and meet new ones. All games--as well as coffee and tea--will be provided. Join the fun! Masks are required to be worn for this event. Learn More Teen Tech Tour - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 11th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 11 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMJoin us for a tour of the library's digital lab and all the cool tech our digital lab has to offer including our Mac computers, 3-D printer, and more!Ages 13-18. Registration & masks a... Learn More Teen Advisory Board - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 11th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 11 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMEarn volunteer hours while helping us plan teen programming and services. For grades 6-12. Learn More Two Can Tuesday - Lake County Parks & Recreation Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center When: Tuesday, October 12th 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, October 12 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 Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 12th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMToddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, and their adult caregivers will virtually enjoy storytime with books, songs, and rhymes. Learn More Zoom Storytime: Ages 4-5 - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 12th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 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 Circle of Readers - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 12th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMTHE WOMEN'S HOUR by Elaine Weiss will be discussed. Learn More Teen Anime - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 12th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PMWe will be watching the first episodes of an anime show. Masks are required to be worn for this event. Learn More Crochet @ Your Library - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 12th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 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! Masks are required to be worn for this event. Learn More TEEN LGBTQ Teens Support & Discussion Group When: Tuesday, October 12th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PMTogether with PFLAGCP-NWI, we are hosting a support, education, & networking space for LGBTQ+ teens & their allies. TEENS (12-18) are welcome. Masks are REQUIRED. Learn More Zoom Storytime - Pajama Storytime - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 12th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 12 from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PMStorytime for preschoolers and their families. Enjoy an evening storytime with books, finger plays, and music. Feel free to wear pajamas! Learn More Ambassador Committee Meeting - Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce When: Wednesday, October 13th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce: Wednesday, October 13 from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM Learn More Zoom Baby Storytime: Ages Birth - 23 months When: Wednesday, October 13th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMThrough Zoom Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills. Must registe... Learn More Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 months When: Wednesday, October 13th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMThis lap-sit program uses songs and rhymes to foster language development. Learn More Zoom Storytime - Baby & Me - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 13th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PMBabies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy ... Learn More Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6) - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 13th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PMHomeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a unique topic each month. The only requirement is imagination and registration! Learn More Crafternoon - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 13th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PMSchool-age children are invited to the library for an hour of art and fun. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Please wear clothes you can get messy in. Learn More Flight of Dreams by Ariel Lawhon - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 13th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PMJoin the Page Turners as we discuss "Flight of Dreams" by Ariel Lawhon. Books can be picked up at the St. John Branch Library.Face masks are required for all attendees. Learn More TEEN Advisory Board - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 13th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 13 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMTAB is back at Highland branch. Bring your ideas for future projects and teen programs. Snacks will be served. Ages 12 - 18. Learn More Family Storytime - Lake County Public Library When: Thursday, October 14th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Thursday, October 14 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMStories, fingerplays, music, and rhymes are all included in this this virtual storytime for children and their family members. Hosted on Zoom. This event was originally posted on a pub... Learn More Gala Committee Meeting - Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce When: Thursday, October 14th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce: Thursday, October 14 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Cont... Learn More STEAM Club - Lake County Public Library When: Thursday, October 14th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Thursday, October 14 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PMChildren in K-6th grade are welcome to join us for a fun activity exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math topics! This event was originally posted on a public calendar ... Learn More Nature Playdate: Lemon Lake - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Friday, October 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, October 15 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 st... Learn More Fall in Love with Your Parks: Lemon Lake When: Friday, October 15th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, October 15 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 2... Learn More Nature Survival Skills: Buckley Homestead When: Friday, October 15th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, October 15 from 4:30 PM to 6:15 PMAges 8 and up $5 per child with caregiver Animals have amazing adaptations to survive in nature, but humans have some handy tools to get along too. Join us as we learn about the 3s... Learn More Fall Nature Hike: Gibson Woods - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Saturday, October 16th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Saturday, October 16 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMAll ages Fall is a great time to get outside to enjoy the changing of seasons. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188. http://lakecountyparks.com/calendar.aspx?EI... Learn More Craft and Chat - Lake County Public Library When: Saturday, October 16th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Saturday, October 16 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. Masks are required. This event w... Learn More See more 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.