Adult

Step into a time-traveling adventure like no other with our Escape Room Experience, where your mission is to retrieve the stolen diary of the illustrious Iris Baughman. Iris, a spirited young woman from Indiana, documented her captivating journey to the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair in her cherished diary. However, the mischievous Sammy, the Interviewing Toucan, has cunningly snatched it away. This challenge is tailor-made for those who have a knack for genealogy and a deep connection to history. Can you outsmart Sammy’s clever tricks and restore Iris’s lost memories? Join us for an exhilarating test of wits, where every clue and puzzle brings you closer to unraveling a century-old mystery. Are you ready to embark on this thrilling quest? By appointment only. Call 574-834-7122.

Writers from all backgrounds are invited to join a vibrant community to share tips and enhance their skills. Connect with fellow writers for collaboration and engage in activities that spark creativity. Participate in monthly writing prompts to explore new ideas and challenge yourself. Join this energetic community and elevate your writing!

Genealogists and those interested in learning genealogy are invited to check out Roots and Branches. This will be a time for one-on-one discussion, sharing tips, building your tree, and tackling brick walls. Attendees will also learn about the Genealogical Proof Standard and how they can apply it to trace their ancestors accurately. This program will take place the first Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon.

We are changing up the format of our Beginner Tech program! Are you struggling to learn the basics of your laptop, tablet, or smartphone? Come to this informal program to learn how to operate your new-to-you technology! We will show you how to access the internet, write and send an email, block unwanted callers, delete old texts and messages, download or remove apps, and more! Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.

Join us for a creative crafting session where we'll design striking, oversized insects and animals, gilded in shimmering metallics and mounted on painted wooden plaques. Let your imagination take flight as you craft a unique, eye-catching piece of art!

This month, we're excited to roll out a delicious culinary adventure featuring Sushi, Spring Rolls, and Egg Rolls. Whether you’re a fan of fresh, flavorful sushi or prefer the crispy goodness of spring and egg rolls, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Please make sure to sign up, as we need to know how many participants to expect for this tasty experience. Join us for a fun time of rolling and tasting!

NWCPL wants to document local species, and we need your help! Find out how during four first-ever iNaturalist BioBlitz training. This event will introduce participants to the iNaturalist app, which they can use to document different species in the wild.
Note: Our BioBlitz will be reported back to the SciStarter organization to count towards their "One Million Acts of Science" initiative! To learn more, call the library or email amanda@nweb.lib.in.us.

Do you like to knit or crochet? This group is for you! We will meet the third Wednesday of every month to share patterns, work on projects, and enjoy some social time! Instruction will be available for beginners.

Get ready to move and groove during this zumba style dance workout! Class is free, no registration required.

Writers from all backgrounds are invited to join a vibrant community to share tips and enhance their skills. Connect with fellow writers for collaboration and engage in activities that spark creativity. Participate in monthly writing prompts to explore new ideas and challenge yourself. Join this energetic community and elevate your writing!