Registration is open for Read to the Dogs at the Winfield Branch.

Posted by Aaron on 18 December 18

Kid’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt at the Winfield Branch. Dec 18 – 21

Posted by Aaron on 11 December 18

Come and look for holiday
items hidden around the library!

Join us for a “Dino”mite Holiday Celebration

Posted by lclemons on 06 December 18

Looking for something fun and free to do with your family this weekend? Look no further than your library! We’re hosting a  “Dino”mite holiday celebration at the Crown Point location on Saturday, December 8 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. There is something for everyone! All activities are free, registration encouraged!

Registration is open for Lego Club at the Winfield Branch

Posted by Aaron on 05 December 18

Come to the library with your imagination and

build some amazing Lego creations. Legos

provided. Creations will be displayed in the

library with the builder’s name. Caregiver

must stay at the library during Lego Club.

Join the movement! #GivingTuesday

Posted by lclemons on 16 November 18

#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity
worldwide. Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this year’s #GivingTuesday will take place on November 27 and will kick off the
giving season by inspiring people to collaborate and give back.

As our Library welcomes over 240,000 visitors a year, hosts thousands of programs, and circulates more than 375,000 items, it’s clear it is a valued community asset.
Public funding provides us with a strong, yet limited, financial base but our private donations and grants help build CPCL into an exceptional community resource.

Please support your Library by participating in #GivingTuesday! Your donation of any amount will allow the Library to expand programming and enhance services to
improve the quality of the lives of our patrons creating a stronger community.

To participate go online to www.crownpointlibrary.org/give and donate!
Share your enthusiasm for making a difference on social media and use the tag #GiveCPCL #GivingTuesday.

Donations can be mailed to:
Crown Point Community Library, 122 Main Street, Crown Point, IN 46307 – Attn: Giving
Phone: (219) 306-4599

Thank you for supporting the Crown Point Community Library!

Crown Point Library Receives Charging Stations

Posted by lclemons on 13 November 18

The Crown Point Library now offers charging stations, for mobile devices, at both locations.

With the help of the partnership with Mark Galyean of EBSCO, the Library would like to thank Jennifer Mantai of Academy Mortgage Corporation and Christine Davies of Century 21 Affiliated for sponsoring these charging stations.

The station has a variety of cables for up to 8 devices, including iPads, iPhones, Androids, Kindles and more! One station is located in the Internet Cafe at the Crown Point Library and the other near the Teen Zone area at the Winfield Branch.

From left: Julie Wendorf, Library Director; Jennifer Mantai of Academy Mortgage Corporation, Christine Davies of Century 21 Affiliated and Mark Galyean of EBSCO

Pokemon Club at the Winfield Branch

Posted by Aaron on 13 November 18

Registration is now open for this Winfield Branch program.

We’re Hiring!

Posted by lclemons on 08 November 18

The Crown Point Community Library is looking for an outgoing, creative person to join our team as a Part-time Youth Services Assistant. This position is responsible for creating and leading programs for children ages 0-18 with a focus on early literacy.  A Bachelor’s degree is required and experience working with children is preferred.  This is a 5A position and 15 hours per week, no benefits.  Flexibility is a must!

Youth Services Assistant

Application For Employment

To apply, please email a resume and application to hr@crownpointlibrary.org.

2019 Travel Tours with the Friends

Posted by lclemons on 08 November 18

The Friends of the Library present two travel tours, through Collette, in 2019: Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park in July and Italy in October.

On Tuesday, November 27 at 6 p.m. join us for a special presentation for the Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park tour from July 23 – 29, 2019. A Collette representative will discuss the details of this tour including the highlights of each destination. Book your trip at the presentation and save $100 per person.

Register for this special travel presentation at the Crown Point Library, online or call 306-4599. For more information about the tour visit http://crownpointlibrary.org/about/library-friends/

Celebrating Dia de los Muertos at Winfield Library

Posted by lclemons on 25 October 18

On Thursday, November 1 at 5 p.m., teens and adults are invited to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos at the Winfield Branch Library. Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that honors family and friends who have died. Participants will learn more about the holiday by exploring our alter, decorating sugar skulls, face painting, and tasting authentic food.

Join us for this free program, to register call 662-4039 or sign up online.

Read more about the program held last year, by an attendee, Emily Lecke:

“The staff made this a wonderful event, from the presentation to the great spread of authentic foods and making crafts! I really loved decorating the sugar skulls and the opportunity to dress up and paint my face. This event was probably one of my overall favorite library programs as it taught me about a very special tradition. I don’t have the same fears I once had of spirits. I am planning to make an altar to honor my grandparents, whom I’ve never met –  it makes me happy to make an altar and show my love for them with treats and a meaningful display.”