Library Events Calendar

3rd annual summer reading raffle

The Summer Reading Raffle is back! During the months of June and July, every book you read is eligible for a raffle ticket that can be put toward one of our awesome prizes! Participation is simple. When you finish a book, tell a staff member that you're ready for your question. The staff member will ask a simple yet thought provoking question about each book that you have finished. For every answer given, you will be given a raffle ticket. You can then pick which prize you would like to put your ticket towards. Prizes will be drawn in August. Good luck and Happy Reading!

the Blast of to magic show

Blast off to Magic! Magician Daniel Lusk will be at the Brook Library at 6:00 pm for a special space-themed show.

​All ages are encouraged to attend this free event. 

crawling Critter Magnets

Summer means the creepy crawlers are out and about! Join us at McKinley Park on July 13th from 10:00-11:00 to make cute caterpillar and ladybug magnets. This program is free and open to all. Children under age 10 must have an adult present. 

Medicare 101 series

Understanding the Medicare program can be tricky! To help area residents better understand their options, the Brook Public Library is offering Medicare 101. This four-part series, led by Don Camp of WealthCamp Advisors, will cover everything you need to know about enrolling and participating in the Medicare Program. Each session, led by a professional advisor, will feature a different Medicare topic, with one-on-one assistance available after the discussion. This free program is open to all with no registration required. Each program will be held at the Brook Library beginning at 5:30 pm. The schedule is as follows:
July 22: Medicare Made Clear – For those new to Medicare and those who need a refresher, this class will cover all of the basics of the Medicare program.
August 19: Medicare: Extra Help – Learn about additional options in the Medicare program and how you can work the system.  
September 30: Medicare 101 – A quick Medicare refresher followed by in-depth information about Supplement vs. Advantage Plans and Prescription Drug Plans.
October 21: Medicare: What’s New 2020- Learn about area changed in providers and carrier’s plans to better understand you choices for the 2020 year.

​Galaxy Pillows

Our next craft project is out of this world! Stop by the McKinley Park on July 23 at 5:00 pm to splatter your own galaxy pillow. We will be using bleach, so we recommend wearing old clothing. Participants must be 18 or older, and registration is required. 

Movie Night

Movie Day at the Brook Library: Join us for a marvelous adventure on our big screen beginning at 5:00 pm. The feature is rated PG and open to all! We’ll even provide the popcorn.

water color classes with greta

Greta is back for another year! Join a professional instructor for a 6 hour water color class- no experience necessary! All supplies are furnished, including a matt, just bring a sack lunch! Each class has a fee of $50.00 to be paid to the instructor.

Thursdays - 9:00-4:00

April 25th: "Antique Churn and Pitcher"

June 27th: "God's Sculpture"

September 26: "A Rainbow over Indiana"

Call to reserve your spot: 219-275-2471

2019 Board Meetings:

BIWPL board meetings begin at 5:00 PM CST and are open to the public. To have an item added to the agenda or to speak at the meeting, please contact the Director at least 3 days prior to the meeting. 

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