• Teen Craft: Summerween Spooky Tea Lights and Movie!

    Creativity Lab

    Summerween is here and we are celebrating in style! Make a spooky tea light that is equal parts creepy and cool! Who says Halloween only happens in October? Come get eerie with us and make something hauntingly cool. This program is for teens entering grades 7th – 12th. This is a free program offered by […]

  • Adult and Teen Program: Fashion Drawing with Ashley Bellet

    Creativity Lab

    Grab your pencils and get ready to design like a pro! Ashley Bellet will guide participants through the exciting art of fashion drawing, including figure sketches, outfit concepts, and creative styling tips. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. *This is a 2 hour program.* This program is for Adults and Teens 13+ Space is […]

  • Adult/Teen Craft: Crochet Level Three Reading a Pattern

    Creativity Lab

    Level One: This class teaches foundational crochet techniques to those who have either never tried or need a refresher. We will cover the slip knot, chain, and single crochet stitch. There are no prerequisites so come and give crochet a try! Level Two: This class will cover the single crochet for those who need a little more […]

  • Adult Program: Plant Swap

    Recurring
    Creativity Lab

    Oh my gourd!  It’s thyme to trade! Bring your leafy darlings, sprouting cuttings, or plant babies to the library and swap them for something new to grow and love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting to root around in the world of greenery, this is a succulent opportunity to branch out, make new friends, and leave with something fresh and photosynthesizing. […]

  • Adult/Teen Craft: Dinosaur Origami

    Creativity Lab

    Fold your way into the Jurassic era! At our Dinosaur Origami program, you will learn how to turn simple sheets of paper into amazing dinosaur creations. This fun and relaxing activity is perfect for sparking creativity while learning something new. Come join us on June 21st at 2pm and leave with your very own paper […]

  • Teen Craft: Summerween Glow in the Dark Haunted Dino Houses

    Creativity Lab

    Design a home fit for a spooky dinosaur. In this hands on teen program, you will paint and decorate your own haunted dino house using glow in the dark paints! This program is for Teens entering grades 7th - 12th. This is a free program offered by the West Lafayette Public Library.  Free parking available […]

  • Adult and Teen Program: Zoo to You

    Elm & Maple Rooms

    Get to know some of Columbian Park Zoo's animal ambassadors in this teen and adult focused meet & greet. Our visitors will be a surprise, but you'll be guaranteed a front-row seat to furry (or maybe scaley, feathery, or hard-shelled) friends! Space is limited.  Registration required. This program is for Teens/Adults 13+ This is a […]

  • Adult Craft: Painted Rock Garden Markers

    Recurring
    Creativity Lab

    Add a splash of color and creativity to your garden beds. Join us for a fun, relaxing program where you’ll design and paint your own rock garden markers. Whether you’re labeling herbs, veggies, or flowers, these handmade creations will make your garden both beautiful and uniquely yours. No artistic experience needed. Just bring your imagination […]

  • Adult and Teen Craft: Altered Book Journals

    Creativity Lab

    Please Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been rescheduled from June 17 to July 15.  Some printed calendars may still list the original June 17 date. We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding. Give old books a magical new purpose by turning them into one-of-a-kind journals! Decorate covers, add pockets and pages, […]

  • Adult and Teen Program: Storm Chasing

    Elm & Maple Rooms

    Is Twister one of your favorite movies? Are you always the last person off the porch and down to the basement during a storm event? Learn about the science, strategy, and storytelling of stormchasing from Dr. Robin Tanamachi of the Purdue Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences. Dr Tanamachi is a lifelong tornado enthusiast, […]

  • Teen Program: Jurassic Park Escape Room

    Elm & Maple Rooms

    Think you could survive Jurassic Park? Gather your courage and work as a team to solve challenges, uncover clues, and escape before time runs out in this thrilling dinosaur-themed escape room adventure. This program is for teens entering 7th - 12th grades. This is a free program offered by the West Lafayette Public Library.  Free […]

  • Adult and Teen Program: Shipwrecks as Living Museums

    Elm & Maple Rooms

    IU's Center for Underwater Science has been excavating centuries-old shipwrecks in the Dominican Republic and more recent wrecks of Lake Michigan. Learn how underwater archaeologists, museum curators, and the rest of their team work to unearth the stories lost to the sea, and view artifacts recovered from the deep. This event's content is developed for […]