The library invites readers of ALL AGES to keep reading throughout the summer and the best way to do that is to participate in the library’s summer reading program! Tails & TALES is the theme this year and the eight-week event begins June 1 through July 31. There will be plenty of fun activities, virtual and in-person programs, and the more you read, the greater your chance to win great prizes!
Registration begins June 1, online or at the library. Click the book in the image for more information!
Preserve your family records with tips from the pros! Stop in and explore all the Indiana Room has to offer. It is open during library hours and has numerous resources for your research needs. If you are unable to visit the Indiana Room, you may call 219.306.4593, or email genealogy@crownpointlibrary.org
After over a year of virtual programming, the Crown Point Community Library is beginning to introduce in-person programming (at the Crown Point location), choosing only a few programs to transition into early summer.
Currently, the library’s monthly book club, ongoing craft, and social game groups will begin meeting in person, at the Crown Point location. Those who choose to attend the programs are required to wear a mask and observe the social distance. The majority of children’s programming will remain virtual. Library staff is finalizing the Summer Reading schedule of events, which will include outdoor storytime programs, drop-in scavenger hunts, LEGO challenges, and more throughout June and July. All of the library’s curbside activities, for all ages, and services including curbside pick up, and curbside computing, will continue.
In addition, the Crown Point location will resume the public use of our meeting rooms and individual study rooms are available for regular occupancy. Meeting rooms will have capacity limits and other restrictions. To reserve a study room call 219.306.4593, for meeting rooms call (219) 663-0270 ext. 226.
The ability to offer in-person programs may change in response to pandemic conditions, for up-to-date information check our events calendar and Facebook page.
Members of the Lake County Parks Photo Club have a display of photography work at the Crown Point location throughout the month of May.
The theme for National Library Week (April 4-10, 2021), “Welcome to Your Library,” promotes the idea that libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a building – and that everyone is welcome to use their services. During the pandemic, libraries have been going above and beyond to adapt to our changing world by expanding their resources and continuing to meet the needs of their users. Whether people visit in person or virtually, libraries offer opportunities for everyone to explore new worlds and become their best selves through access to technology, multimedia content, and educational programs.
“We Love Our Library” and throughout the month of April, in addition to celebrating National Library Week, we will celebrate our commitment to ensure library services were available to our community over the last year, to recognize our valuable staff for adapting to new ways of delivering services and programming online, and to our patrons for their continued support! If you are on Facebook, you can show your support by adding the campaign frame to your profile:
Have you visited our YouTube channel? On it, you will find a variety of virtual programming including storytime, STEM activities, instructional videos on library services, collection highlights, as well as fun videos about upcoming library news!
Our YouTube channel provides instant access to experience the library in the comfort of your home. Find us on YouTube by searching for Crown Point Library, then follow us by liking and subscribing to our page. You can also choose to get a notification when a new video is posted.
New videos are released weekly – here is the latest:
Click on the icon to visit our YouTube page and SUBSCRIBE TODAY!
Check out a new service at the library called Children’s Book Bundles!
Complete the form below and our children’s librarian will select 3-5 books, place them on hold for you, and let you know when they are ready for pick up.
Adults are encouraged to preview the book selections. While we will try our best, we cannot guarantee every book will be the right fit. If you don’t like it, simply bring it back and we will be happy to try again!
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. This day (December 1, 2020) is an opportunity to use your individual power of generosity to make an impact.
This year has been filled with challenges, but the Crown Point Community Library has reimagined and expanded traditional library services to meet the interests and needs of our community:
Offered contactless curbside service at both locations.
Offered one-on-one reference assistance by phone.
Extended free WiFi access to the parking lot areas at both locations.
Facilitated an online system to process new library cards, updated expired cards, or assigned pin numbers for community members.
Expanded online access for all digital resources.
Created an eLearning Resource guide to assist schools and teachers.
Produced virtual programming videos, for all ages, including curbside take & make activity bags.
Offered curbside computer carts equipped with internet access, printing, scanning, and copying capabilities.
Acquired new digital resources: Creativebug, TumbleMath, TeenBook Cloud, and AudioBookCloud.
Provided outreach materials to senior living centers.
In addition, our Friends of the Library would like to thank the community for supporting their organization throughout the year and attending their recent book sales. As a special benefit, they have extended the membership, for their current members, through 2021.
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding in these unusual times.
The Library has several positions open. For complete job descriptions and how to apply, please visit.
Book Sale
Friday, October 23 is the last day of the book sale. The sale is located at the Crown Point location and is open from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. All items will be discounted to $1 a bag.
Trick or Treat/Pumpkin Walk around the Court House Square
Visit the Library on Halloween and take a stroll down our “Spooky Sidewalk” (a chalk obstacle course on the sidewalk in between the green space and the Library), enjoy the outdoor story walk, and then visit our booth on the Court House lawn. Staff members will hand our free Halloween take & make crafts and other treats!
For virtual programming announcements and other Library news please follow us on Facebook or sign up to receive the Library’s newsletter by email.
As Indiana moves into Stage 5, the Library will shift from “Grab and Go” to a “Stay, Sit & Study” service model and will now permit patrons the ability to sit down and use our space. Only limited seating has been reintroduced to the Library spaces with all seating maintaining social distancing between seating areas and from staff areas.
Seating in the Library:
All tables have chairs returned
Seating returns to select areas (only vinyl upholstered easy chairs have been returned to aid disinfecting)
Due to the need to maintain social distancing, tables and chairs may not be moved
Groups gathering and sitting on the floor is not permitted
Reintroduced:
Quiet Room is for silent study only
Study Rooms are for INDIVIDUAL USE ONLY
No limit on the amount of time spent in the library
Computer time restored to normal length
One-on-One assistance or service will require the patron to wear a mask properly over the nose and mouth
The following rooms remain closed:
Internet Cafe
Meeting Rooms
Children’s Program Room
Game Room
Indiana Room (open by appointment/arrangement only)
Still suspended:
In-Library, in-person library programming for all ages
Public use of meeting rooms
REMAINS IN EFFECT:
Masks are still required to use the library regardless of the duration of the visit
Social distancing
At this time NO FOOD is allowed in the Library, but drinks are permitted
Tables and chairs will be treated as high touch surfaces and will be cleaned daily
Curbside services
Virtual programming and take & make activity bags
Beginning Saturday, October 17 the Crown Point location will extend its hours of operation:
Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 12 – 5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed.
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