NWCPL staff member Cathy Ervin restocks the grab-and-go bags of books in the children’s department at the library. Photo provided by the library.

News Release

NORTH WEBSTER  — As summer break is underway, the North Webster Community Public Library offers a hassle-free reading option: grab-and-go bags. Each bag comes packed with a curated selection of 10 captivating picture books. From whimsical animal tales, to adventurous journeys, there is something for everyone.

The library hopes that these easy to grab bags will help make summer reading more convenient for families. Whether it’s a trip to the park or a long car ride, these grab-and-go bags are the ideal companion for on-the-go reading fun this summer. Each bag can be checked out for three weeks at a time and can be renewed twice.

For more information, contact the library at (574) 834-7122.

Weekly Library Events

The following activities are set to take place at North Webster Community Public Library. Attendees do not need to have a library card to participate in any of these events.

Early Closing

The North Webster Community Public Library will be closing at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, due to the Mermaid Festival Cutie parade. The library parking lot will be available for community use during this time.

Teen Events

Teen Craft Night will be happening at 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 17. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to the library for a special craft event evening. Can’t make it on Monday? Join in for Teen Open Crafting at noon Tuesday, June 18.

Join in for an afternoon of DIY science as students in grades 6-12 can participate in geode cracking. Learn about these naturally forming minerals, then crack open your own geode to take home and admire. We’ll also try making our own crystals using household materials. Spots are limited and registration is required.

Children’s Events

Come play with blocks during the Purdue Extension’s Block Party at 1 p.m. Monday, June 17. Parents and children are invited to come play in this fun and engaging event for the whole family.

Family Story Time will take place at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 18. Library staff member Jill Chalk will be sharing stories and fun in this program geared towards ages 2-7.

NWCPL is thrilled to welcome back bilingual education program, Musical Conexion, at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 19. This program will share the wonder of music with young learners in both English and Spanish. An incredibly interactive program, this is a cultural event you will not want to miss.

Dive into the captivating world of owls with wildlife rehabilitator Maria Waltz at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 20. Explore the habitats and behaviors of these birds, plus dig deeper by dissecting sanitized owl pellets to get insight into an owl’s diet.

Join in for an exciting LEGO adventure at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 21. Can you use your creativity and quick thinking to survive unexpected LEGO world disasters? This event is geared towards students ages 5-12.

Saturday Craft Adventures will be happening from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 22. This week they will be making mermaids and creating finger print paintings of the house from the movie “Up.”

For more information about any library events, call (574) 834-7122, visit the library’s website nwcpl.org or the library’s Facebook page.