East Chicago Public Library

We are committed to meeting the diverse needs of all of East Chicago's citizens through a full range of high quality services and resources.

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Our Summer Reading Kick-Off Event is Tomorrow!

Our Summer Reading Program has begun and we're just getting started! Join us tomorrow, June 4th, from 12pm to 4pm for our exciting Kick-Off Event packed with fun activities, games, and more!

#UnearthAStory #SummerReading #ECPL

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You’re invited to our Juneteenth Celebration hosted by the Friends of the Library at the East Chicago Public Library!

Join us this Saturday for a day of unity, culture, music, community, and celebration as we honor history, freedom, and legacy.

#Juneteenth #ECPL #Community

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🎱 Join us today for Adult Bingo at the East Chicago Public Library!
Enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition, fun prizes, and refreshments while playing your favorite game. Please note, prizes are non-cash.
#EastChicagoPublicLibrary #AdultBingo #LibraryPrograms #CommunityFun

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New Program Incoming!

Stop by to let go of the stress of creating the perfect artwork, and embrace the ridiculous and tacky at Bad Art Night! A trophy will be presented to the "Worst" art piece created. You won't want to miss out!

#ECPL #SummerPrograms #funatthelibrary

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Mark your calendars! In observance of Juneteenth, the East Chicago Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th, 2026.
#closure #Juneteenth

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📚☀️ Summer Reading starts TODAY at the library! ☀️📚

Mr. Bryan is showing off some of the awesome prizes you can spin to win from our Prize Wheel in the Youth Services department! 🎡🎁 Register for Summer Reading, and start earning chances to win while enjoying great books. 📖

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Summer Reading Starts Now!📖☀️

Sign up to log you or your child's reading minutes on Beanstack, our library's preferred reading tracking app, from now until July 31st. 🦖

Stop by the library today to learn more or register online at https://t.co/leTUtwvU1g 💙

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☀️ Hello June! 📚✨

Our new calendars are here—and they're packed with exciting programs all month long! 🎨🎮📖 Join us for Summer Reading activities and more!
Stop by the library, pick up a calendar, and join the fun! 🌟
#LibraryPrograms #HelloJune #EastChicago #SummerReading

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We Caught You Reading!👀📖

We've reached the end of Get Caught Reading Month, but our love for literacy stays with us each and every day. Thank you to everyone who participated, and we hope to catch you reading again soon!📖✨

#GetCaughtReadingMonth #ECPL #LiteracyMatters

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💃🕺Join us for FREE Salsa Dancing Lessons! Learn the basic steps and rhythms of salsa from a skilled instructor in a fun, beginner-friendly environment. No experience needed! 🎶✨

This program is intended for adults. A waiver must be signed prior to participation.

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📚 Look who👀got caught reading!
It's Mattie Harris from the Friends of the Library. We love seeing the library's dedicated supporters enjoying a good book. Thank you for all you do to support the library! ❤️📖
#GetCaughtReadingMonth

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🦖The East Chicago Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program is approaching fast and shaping up to be a volcanic BLAST!🎉

Be sure to check out the details for our Kick-Off Party and Closing Party included on the flyer and get ready for a ROAR-some summer full of adventure!🦕

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👶💙 New and expecting parents — support is closer than you think!

📞 Contact Sarah at [phone] to learn more or schedule a visit!

#CommunityResources #LakeCountyIndiana #HealthyFamilies #ParentSupport #NewParents #FamilyResources #EastChicagoLibrary #CommunityCare

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🕵️‍♀️🔍There's a case to solve this week at the East Chicago Public Library Pastrick Branch on May 28th and we can use your sharp detective skills to crack it open!

🧩👉Gather your friends and join us from 4pm to 6pm for Case Files Game Night!🗂️

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💻📚 Tech troubles? We’ve got you covered!

Stop by the Community Help Desk at the Main Library for FREE one-on-one help with your tech questions. We’re here to help make technology less stressful and more accessible. 🤝

✅ No appointment necessary!
#ECPL #EastChicago #TechHelp

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The ever so talented Aonna Jones joined us at our Bob Ross Painting Program this past Wednesday! Herself and other patrons followed along with Bob Ross as they all painted the "Golden Sunset". 🌅🖌️

Big thanks to Aonna for coming out! Be sure to check out her socials! ✨

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⭐ Holiday Closure! ⭐

Please note that in observance of Memorial Day, the East Chicago Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Look👀 who got caught reading! 📚

Enjoying a beautiful day in front of our library - Mrs. Joyce from Outreach was caught diving into a good book! ✨❤️ Her dedication to spreading the importance of literacy to all within the community inspires us each and every day.

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Mark your calendars for upcoming meetings hosted by the East Chicago Library Board of Trustees. Please note that these meetings were previously scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026. #ECPL #EastChicago #Meetings

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Join us next week at our Pastrick Branch on May 26th for an hour-long session designed to help you build or refresh your resume and cover letter.

Bring any materials you’d like to work on—we’re here to help! 📝✨

#libraryprograms #resumehelp #ECPL #eastchicago