Merrillville: See This Weekend's Upcoming Events In The Area

Merrillville IN

21 October, 2021

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MERRILLVILLE, IN — Looking for things to do this weekend? Your Merrillville Patch community calendar is a great way to stay connected to what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. If you're wondering how you can get your event in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Merrillville: [censored] at the Breakers by Alyssa Maxwell When: Thursday, October 21st at 3:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Thursday, October 21 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMJoin the discussion of this title, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Books selection for October. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch. This event was originally posted on a public... Learn More Virtual Halloween Family Storytime - Lake County Public Library When: Thursday, October 21st at 4:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Thursday, October 21 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PMStories, songs, and rhymes and a craft to pick-up included in this storytime. This storytime will have a Halloween theme. Must have email and be able to run Zoom from a computer or mobile de... Learn More Afterschool in the Woods: Fall Frolic When: Thursday, October 21st at 4:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Thursday and October 21 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 be on the lookout for signs of ... Learn More Teen Spooky Painting - Lake County Public Library When: Thursday, October 21st at 5:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Thursday, October 21 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMTeens are welcome to join us at the Lake Station-New Chicago library to make their own spooky painting! Supplies are limited. Registration is required. Ages 12-18. Masks are required. Th... Learn More Fall in Love with Your Parks: Lake Etta When: Friday, October 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, October 22 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 Teen MakerStation: Light-Up Masks - Lake County Public Library When: Friday, October 22nd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Friday, October 22 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMThis fall break, teens can hand-sew using conductive thread to create circuits. Add some creative flair for a unique light-up decorative mask, perfect for the season/cosplay. Face masks ... Learn More Insects and More with the Field Museum's Jim Louderman When: Friday, October 22nd at 6:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Friday, October 22 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMAges 5 and up Jim Louderman, Collections Assistant-Insects Division, at The Field Museum in Chicago, joins us for a special program discussing the importance of insects and arachni... Learn More Fall Nature Hike: Oak Ridge Prairie - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Saturday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Saturday, October 23 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?EID... Learn More Stitch'n Time - Lake County Public Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Saturday, October 23 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PMBring your current projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) for an opportunity to chat and create! Masks Required. Other attendees would be happy to instruct on cr... Learn More Gibson Woods Nature Journal Club Meeting When: Sunday, October 24th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Sunday, October 24 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMFor ages 10 and up Improve your memory, find serenity and peace and have a new skill in your life toolbox- no experience necessary. Outdoors (weather dependent-indoor rain area a... Learn More AARP Drivers Safety Class - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 25th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 25 from 11:30 AM to 3:45 PMTo Register call instructor Jeanette Pike 219-949-6307. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host b... Learn More Virtual Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 25th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 25 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PMStorytime via Zoom for children 2 & 3 years old, with a caregiver, featuring stories, rhymes, and music activities that support early literacy skills. A craft will be available for ... Learn More Word Games: An Afternoon of Fun - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 25th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 25 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. This e... Learn More The Traveling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa When: Monday, October 25th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 25 from 4:00 PM to 5:15 PMThis novel gives voice to Nana the cat and his owner, Satoru, as they take to the road on a journey with no other purpose than to visit three of Satoru's longtime friends. This event was o... Learn More Teen Advisory Board & Game Night - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 25th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 25 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMThe Library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you. We will brainstorm and discuss ways to improve teen/YA programs. This event... Learn More Teen Virtual Book Club - Lake County Public Library When: Monday, October 25th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Monday, October 25 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMJoin us for our virtual teen book club! This month we'll be reading and discussing "The Taking of Jake Livingston." Registration is required. AGES 12-18. This event was originally posted o... Learn More Virtual Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 26 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. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distri... Learn More Zoom Storytime: Ages 4-5 - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 26 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. This event was originally posted on a public ... Learn More The Braid by Laetitia Colombani - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMThe Between the Lines Book Club reads "The Braid" by Laetitia Colombani. Books for this Zoom discussion can be picked up at the Dyer-Schererville branch a month prior to the event. This ... Learn More Teen: Junk Journal - Lake County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PMTeens can create their own "Junk Journal" using a variety of materials. Each journal is as unique as its creator - perfect for journaling, lists, notes, sketches, doodles, etc. Masks are... Learn More Name that Tune - Lake County Parks & Recreation When: Wednesday, October 27th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Parks & Recreation What: Event listing from Lake County Parks & Recreation: Wednesday, October 27 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AMAll ages Increase your birding lists by enhancing your birding skills! Join us virtually or in person as we launch into a weekly class to familiarize ourselves with the bird so... Learn More Zoom Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 months When: Wednesday, October 27th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 27 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PMBabies and toddlers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills. This event was originally posted... Learn More Zoom Storytime - Baby Storytime - Lake County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 27th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Lake County Public Library What: Event listing from Lake County Public Library: Wednesday, October 27 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 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.