Spring take and makes

Sing a song of spring

Coming in mid-April, this fun family take and make is crafty and educational for the entire family. Learn about birds native to our area as you try your hand at three different crafts. All supplies are included, and kits will be available on a first come, first served basis. 

Be sure to look for our display featuring all sorts of bird related reads!

Tea-light craft class

Light up your spring décor with this cheery tea-light craft.

April 19th
5:00 PM
Ages 12+

Register: 219-275-2471

Free Style Book Club

Want the enjoyment of a book club without the commitment and deadlines?
​This is the club for you!

Read what you want on your own schedule, and join us to connect with other avid readers while we talk about our latest reads - the good, the bad, and the unfinishable!

May 11
5:30 PM

​RSVP: 219-275-2471

March drawing

March is Women's History Month, and we have selected some great reads by and about influential females throughout history. Stop in and take a look.

100 Book challenge

It's time to register for the 100 Book Challenge of 2022! This is a fun, year-long reading challenge that encourages you to set a goal and read, read, read! 

Participants can now track their activity virtually via Beanstack! Click HERE to register.

Prefer good old pen and paper? We have paper logs available at the library. 

NEW THIS YEAR: 100 Book Challenge Book Talks

This year we will be adding an optional series of quarterly book talks for members that are interested in gathering with other readers to chat about their reads! From your absolute favorites to your DNFs (did not finish), we'll have great discussion that will leave you with more books in your TBR (to be read) pile!​

virtual English language learning classes

We are excited to announce a new service available through our library! English Language Learning Classes (ESL) will now be offered virtually in partnership with the Center of Workforce Innovation. 
These classes will be free of charge and led by certified instructors. This is a GREAT opportunity for anyone wanting to learn or improve their English language skills.

¡Nos complace anunciar un nuevo servicio disponible a través de nuestra biblioteca! Las Clases de Aprendizaje del Idioma Inglés (ESL) ahora se ofrecerán virtualmente en asociación con el Centro de Innovación de la Fuerza Laboral. Estas clases serán gratuitas y dirigidas por instructores certificados. Esta es una GRAN oportunidad para cualquiera que desee aprender o mejorar sus habilidades en el idioma inglés.

Board of Trustees meeting schedule

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. 

• January 10, 2022
• February 14, 2022
  
• March 14, 2022
  
• April 11, 2022
  
• May 9, 2022
• June 13, 2022
• July 11, 2022
• August 8, 2022
• September 12, 2022
• October 10, 2022
• November 14, 2022
• December 12, 2022

need some reading inspiration?
​Stop by the library and check out this months displays!