New Chicago Event Calendar

Events in December 2022

  • Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months

    Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months


    December 1, 2022

    Babies and their caregivers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

  • Teen Anime Club

    Teen Anime Club


    December 5, 2022

    Are you a fan of anime or manga? Come to the Lake Station-New Chicago's Teen Anime Club to find new anime to watch and to discuss your favorite manga. Ages 12-18.

  • Afternoon BINGO

    Afternoon BINGO


    December 6, 2022

    You can also play the LCPL catalog BINGO game all month long. Learn more and get BINGO sheets at the Lake Station-New Chicago Display Case during the month of December.

  • Family Storytime: Ages 2-6

    Family Storytime: Ages 2-6


    December 7, 2022

    Toddler and preschool aged children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes.

  • Mother Goose On The Loose: Ages Birth to 21 Months

    Mother Goose On The Loose: Ages Birth to 21 Months


    December 8, 2022

    Babies and their caregivers are invited to an evening program where participants will hear stories, do finger plays, sing songs, and take part in other pre-literacy activities.

  • Arts & Craft: Paper Roll Snowflake

    Arts & Craft: Paper Roll Snowflake


    December 12, 2022

    Join us at the library to create your own snowflake decoration. Registration is required. Supplies will be provided. Ages 15 and up.

  • Storytime: Ages 2-3

    Storytime: Ages 2-3


    December 13, 2022

    Children 2 & 3 years of age, and their caregivers, are invited to a toddler storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, and songs that teach early literacy skills.

  • Teen Gaming

    Teen Gaming


    December 14, 2022

    Come hang out and play some video games! We provide the video games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.

    LEGO® Night

    LEGO® Night


    December 14, 2022

    Children and their families are invited to create and play with lego in an hour of free play and fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the month!

  • Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months

    Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth to 23 Months


    December 15, 2022

    Babies and their caregivers will participate in stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music activities designed to enhance important pre-literacy skills.

  • Craft and Chat

    Craft and Chat


    December 17, 2022

    Bring 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.

  • Teen Arts & Crafts: Holiday Ornaments

    Teen Arts & Crafts: Holiday Ornaments


    December 19, 2022

    Join us at the library to make a variety of holiday ornaments. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Ages 12-18.

  • Miracle (2004)

    Miracle (2004)


    December 20, 2022

    Miracle tells the true story of Herb Brooks (Kurt Russell), the player-turned-coach who led the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team to victory over the seemingly invincible Russian squad. Rated PG. 136 min

    Storytime: Ages 4-5

    Storytime: Ages 4-5


    December 20, 2022

    4 and 5 year old children and their caregivers are invited to an early literacy storytime, featuring books, fingerplays, and songs that teach pre-reading skills.

  • Holiday Party (Grades K-6)

    Holiday Party (Grades K-6)


    December 21, 2022

    School age children are invited to celebrate the holiday season and take part in games, crafting, and fun.

  • Teen Gaming

    Teen Gaming


    December 28, 2022

    Come hang out and play some video games! We provide the video games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.