Library Updates

Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark (1973) screening this Saturday at the Winfield Branch.

Posted by Aaron on 28 September 18

Friends of Library awarded grant

Posted by lclemons on 24 September 18

The Friends of the Crown Point Library were one of ten local organizations awarded a $1,000 grant from the Women’s Giving Circle. The grant will allow the Library to expand the popular Crown Point Historic Home Trolley Tours for 2018-2019.

Storytime Survey

Posted by lclemons on 21 September 18

The Library’s storytime programs help to prepare children for kindergarten transition. We offer four storytime programs for children ranging from birth to age five that involve a variety of activities including books, songs, rhymes, music, movement and more. As we continue to enhance our early literacy programming at both library locations we would like to know your thoughts as well. If you currently attend a library storytime program or plan to in the future, please take a moment to fill out this short survey. Thank you.

STORYTIME SURVEY

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Pokemon Club at the Winfield Branch

Posted by Aaron on 19 September 18

Registration is now open for the Winfield Branch’s Pokemon Club!

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Talk Like A Pirate Day!

Posted by lclemons on 18 September 18

Brush me barnacles – it’s time to channel your inner buccaneer by celebrating International Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19.

Batten down the hatches, weigh anchor and embark on a language-learning adventure with Mango Languages’ Pirate course. It will teach you everything you need to know to “parley” in perfect Pirate. Visit Mango to get started.

Need a snazzy Pirate Name? Try this Pirate Name Generator! Share your with us on social media using hashtags #PirateDay and #loveCPCL

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Read An eBook Day – September 18

Posted by lclemons on 14 September 18

Join us in celebrating the joy, convenience and, yes, magic of digital reading. Share what you are reading using the hashtags #ebookLove and #loveCPCL on social media.

The library has a great collection of eBooks that include many different genres. If you need some help with your device or finding a title, visit any public desk and a staff member will be happy to help you. To search our eBook collection visit http://crownpointlibrary.org/for-readers/ebooks/

Ebooks enable you to take the stories and authors you love with you anytime, anywhere. Happy reading!

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Local Authors Visit the Library

Posted by lclemons on 10 September 18

The Library is excited to have two local authors visit the library during Library Card Sign Up month. Please join us for these free events; both visits will be at the Crown Point location.

On Saturday, September 15 at 10 a.m. Sharon Griffin, RN, Ph.D., and her little dog, Abby will read and discuss her new book, Come With Me and Visit a Hospital. This informative program will include discussion about Ms. Griffin’s experiences working as a nurse in a hospital. The first 20 families registered will receive the book’s companion coloring book. To sign up call 306-8068 or online .

On Thursday, September 27 at 4:15 p.m. for local author James Dwokin will read from his new book Red’s Nature Adventures. Beautifully illustrated by Munster artist Michael Chelich, the story is set in the real-life northwestern Indiana nature preserves of Shirley Heinze Land Trust.

Books will be available for purchase and signing beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Free. Registration required. To register call 306-4593 or online.

Brought to you by the Shared Ethics Advisory Commission (SEAC). The SEAC seeks to bring a commitment to ethical behavior through training,
serving, and engaging our communities. The SEAC envisions a future where Northwest Indiana has developed into a region known for strong ethical behavior.

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September is Library Card Sign Up Month

Posted by lclemons on 04 September 18

As students prepare to head back to school, there is one essential school supply that requires no shopping and doesn’t cost a penny – it’s a library card! The library isn’t just a place to check out the latest bestseller, but rather a place that meets a variety of needs, for everyone, in the community.

While you’re at the library in September be sure to make sure your card is up-to-date. Does the library have a correct phone number, address, and email for you? Ask at the Circulation Desk when you check out to make sure we have your valid contact information. The library will send you late notices and hold notifications via email or text message if you opt into the program.

Children who obtain a new library card during the month of September will receive a sticker to claim a small prize in the Children’s Library at Crown Point or at the public desk at the Winfield Branch.

This year’s honorary chairs, Disney’s Incredibles, are helping to promote the value of a library card. During the month of September, the Library will have a limited number of special edition 2018 Incredibles Library Card to distribute on a first-come, first served basis.

Anyone can qualify for this limited edition library card (while supplies last). To apply for a library card, or if your card is lost or has expired, please visit either library
location.

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Mission:

The Friends of the Crown Point Library’s mission is to enhance and promote the use and enjoyment of the library. They raise funds to support library programs, and services and to help fund items not generally covered in the library’s regular operating budget.

What we do:

As a Friend, you will play a critical role in your library’s and community’s success.

ADVOCATE – Friends are a voice for the Library on relevant, local, state, and national issues.

ENGAGE – Friends spread the word within the community, stimulating greater awareness of the Library and its resources.

SUPPORT – Friends volunteer at fundraising events, as well as, library events when needed.

FUNDRAISE – Friends fundraising activities, such as Bunco for Books, literary luncheons, bus trips and book sales generate revenue to fund items not generally covered in the Library’s budget, and to sponsor programs such as the summer and winter reading events, author talks, concerts, library book discussion groups, Book Baby Bags, and a variety of literacy outreach services.

Become a member:

Membership is open to all individuals and families who want involvement in the library. Members are encouraged to attend monthly meetings and to actively participate in book sales, and other events and projects. The membership year begins on January 1 and ends on December 31. All dues are paid annually.

The membership dues are as follows:

Life – $150;
Family – $15;
Individual – $10

Membership forms are available at both library locations or you can download the membership form and return it to:

Friends of the Crown Point Library
122 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN 46307

Make a donation in honor/memory of someone printable form to mail in check.

Or click the online donate button when using a credit card:

Meetings:

Curious to see what the Friends of the Library are doing? Attend a meeting! Meetings are held quarterly on the second Tuesday of the month, alternating times at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. in the meeting rooms at the Crown Point location.

2025 Meeting Dates:

February 11 at 10 a.m., May 13 at 6 p.m., September 9 at 6 p.m., December 9 at 10 a.m.

Download a copy of our 2025 Calendar of Activities

Contact Us:

Call: (219) 663-0270

Email: cpclfriends@gmail.com