East Chicago Public Library

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Weekly Programs MAIN BRANCH:

Monday: 10:30 AM Story Time
4: 00 PM Movie Day

Tuesday: 10:30 AM Story Time
4:00 PM Teen Book Club (Every 3rd wk)


Weekly Programs: RAP


Wednesday: 10:30 AM Story Time

Thursday: 10:30 AM Story Time

💃🕺 Salsa Dancing is Next Week!Join us for FREE Salsa Dancing Lessons at the Patrick Branch Library! Learn the basic step...
06/05/2026

💃🕺 Salsa Dancing is Next Week!
Join us for FREE Salsa Dancing Lessons at the Patrick Branch Library! Learn the basic steps and rhythms of salsa from a skilled instructor in a fun, beginner-friendly environment. No experience needed — just bring your dancing shoes and a partner! 🎶✨

📅 June 12, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Patrick Branch Library
1008 W Chicago Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312

This program is intended for adults. A waiver must be signed prior to participation.

EVENT UPDATE! ⚠️ Due to weather, the Juneteenth Celebration hosted by the Friends of the Library will now be held inside...
06/04/2026

EVENT UPDATE! ⚠️ Due to weather, the Juneteenth Celebration hosted by the Friends of the Library will now be held inside at the Main Library. Thank you for your understanding.

💻📚 Tech troubles? We’ve got you covered!Stop by the Community Help Desk at the Main Library for FREE one-on-one help wit...
06/04/2026

💻📚 Tech troubles? We’ve got you covered!

Stop by the Community Help Desk at the Main Library for FREE one-on-one help with your technology questions. — we’re here to help make technology less stressful and more accessible. 🤝

🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 1PM – 4PM
📍 Main Library
✅ No appointment necessary!

🦖 TODAY is our Summer Reading Kick-Off Event! 📚 Join us from 12 PM–4 PM at the Main Library! Stop by and kick off a ROAR...
06/04/2026

🦖 TODAY is our Summer Reading Kick-Off Event! 📚
Join us from 12 PM–4 PM at the Main Library! Stop by and kick off a ROAR-some summer of reading, adventure, and prizes! 🌴📖🦕

06/04/2026

📚✨ Exciting changes are coming!

Our Library Director Marla K. Spann has a special message about our upcoming renovation project. 🏗️💡

Join us at one of our Public Forums and share your ideas, suggestions, and vision for the future of your library. Your voice matters! 🗣️❤️

🎥 Watch the video and be part of what's next!

🦖 Our Summer Reading Kick-Off Event is Tomorrow! 📚Our Summer Reading Program has begun and we're just getting started! J...
06/03/2026

🦖 Our Summer Reading Kick-Off Event is Tomorrow! 📚

Our Summer Reading Program has begun and we're just getting started! Join us tomorrow, June 4th, from 12pm to 4pm for our exciting Kick-Off Event packed with fun activities, games, and more!🎉

Be sure to check out the details included on the flyer and get ready for a ROAR-some summer filled with stories, adventures, and fun for ALL ages! 🌴📖🦕

🖤💚❤️ STOP BY THIS SATURDAY! ❤️💚🖤You’re invited to our Juneteenth Celebration hosted by the Friends of the Library at the...
06/03/2026

🖤💚❤️ STOP BY THIS SATURDAY! ❤️💚🖤

You’re invited to our Juneteenth Celebration hosted by the Friends of the Library at the East Chicago Public Library! ✨📚

Join us for a day of unity, culture, music, community, and celebration as we honor history, freedom, and legacy.

🗓 Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00AM – 4:30PM
📍 East Chicago Public Library – Main Library Front Parking Lot

Enjoy:
🎶 Live DJ
🛍 Merchandise Vendors
🍴 Food Vendors
🎟 50/50 Raffle
📚 Book Sale

🎱 Join us today for Adult Bingo at the East Chicago Public Library!Enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition, fun prize...
06/03/2026

🎱 Join us today for Adult Bingo at the East Chicago Public Library!

Enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition, fun prizes, and refreshments while playing your favorite game. Please note that prizes are non-cash.

🕐 1:00 PM
📍 Main Library - Meeting Room

Bring a friend and see if you'll be the next to call BINGO! 🎉

New Program Incoming!🎨✨Join us on Monday, June 15th at our Pastrick Branch from 5-7pm for our new program, Bad Art Night...
06/02/2026

New Program Incoming!🎨✨

Join us on Monday, June 15th at our Pastrick Branch from 5-7pm for our new program, Bad Art Night! Stop by to let go of the stress of creating the perfect artwork, and embrace the ridiculous and tacky! A trophy will be presented to the "Worst" art piece created. You won't want to miss out! 🖌️✨

Mark your calendars! In observance of Juneteenth, the East Chicago Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th, 2...
06/02/2026

Mark your calendars! In observance of Juneteenth, the East Chicago Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th, 2026.

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2401 E Columbus Drive
East Chicago, IN
46312

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5am

Telephone

+12193972453

Website

https://linktr.ee/eastchicagopubliclibrary

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