Lowell Public Library June 2025 Programs and Events
LOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY – 1505 EAST COMMERCIAL AVE – LOWELL, IN 46356 219- 696-7704
Set Your Hooks Into Some Books! - Summer Reading
For Kids
Summer Reading officially kicks off on Monday, June 2. This year children will create an ocean scene as they read! The eight- week summer reading program is designed to encourage reading and avoid the “summer slide”.
Sign-ups begin online, Tuesday, May 27.
https://www.lowellpl.lib.in.us/summer-reading-2025/
Join us on Monday, June 2, 10:30 AM—noon for our Summer Reading Kick-off event! Activities include balloon animals, face painting, coloring sheets, and a scavenger hunt! Stop in the program room and get a free ice cream cup and slice of pizza!
For Young Adult/Teens (grades 5-12)
For every book you read, you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of three $50 gift cards or various other prizes.
Participation also gains admittance to the end of summer reading Cookout with Obstacle Course. Check our website at
https://www.lowellpl.lib.in.us/ya-summer-reading-2025/ for complete details about our summer Reading Challenge.
Adults
Read for a chance to “reel in” one of two $50.00 gift cards! You may enter as many times as you wish, so grab a booklet and start reading! Booklets are available at the circulation desk or online athttps://www.lowellpl.lib.in.us/adult-summer-reading-2025/.
Adults – Lowell
Knit & Crochet - Every Thursday in June at 9 a.m.
Meet up to knit and crochet, and share patterns and tips.
Red Cross Blood Drive - Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Give blood. Help save lives. Call 1-800–RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule your appointment.
Adult Book Club - Monday, June 9 from 1-3 p.m.
Read, then meet to discuss Go As a River, written by Shelley Read.
Drop-In Tech Help - Wednesday, June 11 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Do you have a question about how to use your phone, tablet, laptop, or computer? Stop in during our drop-in hours and ask for Amanda—she will work with you to find the answer! (First come, first served)
Adult Coloring - Tuesday, June 17 at 10 a.m.
Join in on the fun! Coloring helps us de-stress and stimulates brain areas related to motor skills. All supplies will be provided or you may bring your own.
Canasta - Wednesday, June 18 from 12-3 p.m.
Join us for a fun card game, and we’ll teach you how to play!
Poetry - Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Aspiring poets can join the NW Indiana Poetry Society. Bring your work or that of your favorite poet.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY NEWS
Fundraiser Thanks
The Friends would like to thank Loven Oven in Lowell for their fundraiser last month, which helps us to fund library programs for all ages.
Friends Meet - Wednesday, June 4 at 5:30 p.m.
Attend our monthly meetings where we plan upcoming Friends events, fundraisers, and projects that support and improve the library. New friends welcome!
Scholastic Book Fair - Monday, June 9- Friday June 13
The Friends of the Lowell Public Library will hold their annual summer Scholastic Book Fair June 9-13. Proceeds from the book fair are used to purchase books and prizes for library programs. Shop online June 9-22 at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lowellpubliclibrary. Families can choose from thousands of books, and orders will ship directly to the home, with free standard shipping on book-only purchases over $25.
$3.00 Bag Book Sale - Saturday, June 28 from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
On the last Saturday of each month, get a bag of books for $3. You can bring your own brown grocery bag or ask for one at the circulation desk.
Children’s (birth-5th grade) – Lowell
The following programs are for children from birth to 4th grade. There are two sessions for each summer activity – 10:30 a.m and 1:30 p.m. To assure that we have enough supplies, children must be pre-registered. Children, preschool age and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration for these activities begins on Tuesday, May 27.
Tuesday Programs Thursday Programs
June 10 - Paper Plate Jellyfish June 12 - Treasure Box
June 17 - Shark Headband June 19 - BINGO
June 24 - Recycled CD Fish June 26 - Ocean in a Cup
Tales for Tails Therapy Dog Visits - Tuesdays in June from 4-5 p.m.
Read or just visit with a certified therapy dog! This is a fun program where children can practice their reading skills while cozying up with a loveable pup. Registration is required!
Young Adult/ Teens (grades 5-12) – Lowell
Key Rack - Tuesday, June 4 from 1-2:30 p.m.
Sand, measure, drill holes, and stain a key rack to take home.
Kickball - Tuesday, June 11 from 1-2:30 p.m.
Join in on our epic game of kickball or play “Ultimate Frisbee”, depending on the number of players.
Nintendo Switch© Summer Games - Tuesday, June 18 from 10-11:30 a.m. OR 1-2:30 p.m.
Help us “break in” our new game system with Mario Kart Racing or choose another game. Only 4 slots available in each time frame. (Please only sign up for one!)
Patriotic Tie-Dye - Tuesday, June 25 from 1-2:30 p.m.
Bring a white cotton shirt . You can tie-dye red and blue to show your patriotism, or choose from other available colors.
SHELBY BRANCH LIBRARY – 23323 SHELBY ROAD –SHELBY, IN 46377 219-552-0809
Adults - Shelby
Cook the Book - Saturday, June 7 at 11 a.m.
Bring a dip and a copy of the recipe to share using one from any cookbook or website you choose.
Over 18 Game Days - Monday, June 9, 16, and 30 at 4 p.m.
Get together to play cards or board games.
Coffee & Conversation - Saturday, June 14 and 28 at 10 a.m.
Stop in for a cup of coffee. Stay for a chat.
Adult Book Discussion - Thursday, June 19 at 4 p.m.
Read, then meet to discuss Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, written by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
Movies for Grown-Ups - Saturday, June 21 at 10 a.m.
Enjoy a morning movie at the library.
Senior Bingo - Monday, June 23 at 4 p.m.
Play for a chance to win a gift card.
Children’s – Shelby (birth-4th grade)
Tuesdays at 4 p.m.
June 10 Paper Plate Jellyfish
June 17 Shark Headband
June 24 Recycled CD Fish
Thursdays at 4 p.m.
June 12 Painted Treasure Box
June 19 No Program
June 26 Ocean in a Cup Snack
Young Adult /Teens (grades 5-12) – Shelby
Young Adult Key Rack - Wednesday, June 11 at 4 p.m.
Make a key rack. Sand down the wood, drill holes for hooks, stain, and take it home!
Young Adult Bean Bags - Wednesday, June 18 at 4 p.m.
Face off against your fellow teens to see who the bean bag champion will be!
Young Adult Bingo - Wednesday, June 25 at 4 p.m.
Play this classic game for fun and prizes!
SCHNEIDER BRANCH LIBRARY – 24002 PARRISH AVE – SCHNEIDER, IN 46376 219-552-1000
Adults – Schneider
Adult Craft - Monday, June 9 at 5 p.m.
Paint a wooden butterfly.
Library Board Meets - Tuesday, June 17 at 6 p.m.
The regular meeting of the Lowell Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at the Schneider Branch.
Coffee & Conversation - Saturday, June 21 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Stop in for a cup of coffee!
Children’s – Schneider (birth-4th grade)
Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.
June 10 - Paper Plate Jellyfish
June 17 - Shark Headband
June 24 - Recycled CD Fish
Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.
June 12 - Painted Treasure Box
June 19 - Bingo
June 26 - Ocean in a Cup Snack
Young Adult /Teens (grades 5-12) – Schneider
Young Adult Nachos - Wednesday, June 4 at 4 p.m.
Join us for games and a nacho bar to kick off Summer Reading!
Young Adult Water Wars - Wednesday, June 11 at 4 p.m.
Engage in various water fights. Snacks will be provided.
Young Adult Tie-Dye - Wednesday, June 18 at 4 p.m.
Shirts will be provided.
Young Adult Wii Games - Wednesday, June 25 at 4 p.m.
Play Wii games with your friends. Snacks will be provided.