NORTH WEBSTER — Kids and dogs just seem to go together. That’s why North Webster Community Public Library uses its canine friends to encourage kids to read. Registered therapy dogs Echo and Suzie will be at the library from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, July 6, for Paws-To-Read. Children can sign up in advance …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Kids are continuing to learn that “Libraries Rock” through the Summer Reading Program at North Webster Community Public Library. In addition to prizes earned for reading, each week is packed with activities that make learning fun. Next week starts off with Musical Experience Time at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 2 and again …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Kids are invited to rock out at North Webster Community Public Library at the Summer Reader Dance Party 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 20. It will be a high energy time of dancing to children’s dance videos and music. Parents are encouraged join in, too, and get some exercise while the kids work …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host the following events in June: Storyteller Terry Lynch kicks off the Summer Reading Program at North Webster Community Public Library with his Pirate Tales show at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 6. Performing as Captain Taffy, he will entertain the kids with rollicking pirate stories …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As the snow birds flock back home and summer residents return for the season, North Webster Community Public Library reminds them that there are many ways to access the library’s many services. Summer residents who own residential property in Tippecanoe Township qualify for a free North Webster Library card. Just stop by …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Experience a traditional afternoon tea at the second annual Ladies Tea at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 10, hosted by the North Webster Community Public Library and the Friends of the Library organization. The tea will be held in the North Webster Community Center banquet hall where ladies will enjoy light refreshments, lovely …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — For bargain enthusiasts, Friends of the North Webster Community Public Library is planning a big book sale April 26-28. Deal hunters can find hundreds of good quality, gently-used books for all ages, along with movie DVDs, music CDs and puzzles. All genres are represented to satisfy everyone’s tastes. Aside from the benefit …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Spring is a time of new beginnings and a good time to learn something new by enrolling in free online Gale Courses offered by North Webster Community Public Library through its website at www.nweb.lib.in.us. North Webster Library card holders can access online more than 300 high-quality personal enrichment, career training and professional …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — April 8 to 14 is National Library Week and North Webster Community Public Library is celebrating with a full slate of activities. The headliner for the week is the Beverly Lewis book signing event 10 a.m. Thursday, April 12. The public is invited to come and meet this award-winning bestselling author as she …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — For parents whose children could become prone to restlessness during spring break next week, North Webster Community Public Library could have the answer. Children can make a craft while listening to stories at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 3, or sign up to read to Echo the therapy dog, also on Tuesday with …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — With winter thawing and spring on its way, get your creative juices flowing at North Webster Community Public Library and sign up for the Create-A-Card Workshop at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 5; Coffee and Canvas at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 14; or Stained Glass Workshop, with two sessions at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Award-winning, bestselling author Beverly Lewis will be at North Webster Community Public Library at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 12 to sign copies of her latest book. Her stop in North Webster is part of her Midwest tour to promote her new stand-alone novel The Road Home. Personally signed copies will be available …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — While coloring Easter eggs is a fun tradition for many families, Faye Myers’s family takes decorating Easter eggs to a whole new level. Come and watch her create traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs at 3 p.m. Monday, March 19, at North Webster Community Public Library. Using the pysanky method, she will demonstrate this …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — An event in North Webster’s Community Center Banquet Hall March 17 will celebrate the Irish heritage. A Taste of Ireland will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. and will include samples of traditional Irish food, dancing and lessons on Irish history and inventions. The event is hosted by North Webster Community …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host the following upcoming events: A child is never too young to start them on the path of learning. At North Webster Community Public Library’s Lapsit Story Time, parents and their babies and toddlers have fun learning together. Exploring books with brief stories; singing simple …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER—According to Mayo Clinic, laughter is a good way to relieve stress and produces a number of health benefits as well. Get a good dose of laughter when North Webster Community Public Library hosts Comedy Improv Night at 7 p.m. Friday, March 2. Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe will perform their hilarious routines …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER—As more people seek natural alternatives to staying healthy, essential oils have grown in popularity. But what exactly are essential oils and how are they used? Learn all about them at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, in North Webster Community Public Library. Jenny Markley will explain the health and wellness benefits of essential oils …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Crafters can learn how to make greeting cards at a Craft-A-Card Workshop at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 15, in the North Webster Community Public Library. Wrenay Kann, who has taught mixed media art for more than 20 years, will help participants create two intricately detailed birthday cards. The cost of the workshop is …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Have you ever attended a reunion, which for one reason or another, was memorable? Write an essay about it and bring it to Writer’s Corner at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15, at North Webster Community Public Library. The third Monday each month, this group meets to develop their writing skills, share ideas …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Eight enactors took their place in North Webster Cemetery Sunday afternoon, Sept. 10, for the 11th annual Cemetery Walk. This living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. Paula Markley portrayed Martha Mock, who married James Scott. After Scott died during the Civil War, she married …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host its 11th annual Cemetery Walk 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10.  Open to the public free of charge, this living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. During the Cemetery Walk, the library conducts guided walking tours through the North …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Sample German food, watch traditional German dancing, explore German inventions, learn about German history and experience a Taste of Germany 5-7 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at North Webster Community Center. This family-friendly, interactive event is sponsored by Friends of the North Webster Library. Tickets will be available for a small cost at …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Katie Shelby was recently recognized for five years of service at North Webster Community Public Library. The recognition was announced by Library Director Helen Leinbach. Shelby joined the library staff in March 2012 as a youth services clerk and was later appointed youth services manager. In 2015, she accepted the position of …read more.

By Terri Ritter, Public Relations Coordinator NORTH WEBSTER — Experience a traditional afternoon tea when North Webster Community Public Library, Friends of the Library and Senior Primelife Enrichment Center host a Ladies Tea 2 p.m. Thursday, May 11 in the North Webster Community Center Banquet Hall. Tickets are currently on sale for $6 and available at the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Calling all genealogists! North Webster Community Public Library is hosting an all-day genealogy session on Monday, March 6. Family historians are encouraged to bring their laptop computers to the library that day and share their genealogy website subscriptions and other resources with fellow genealogists. By sharing resources and research ideas, participants might discover …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library has announced the appointment of Karen Cumings as adult services clerk. In her new position, Cumings will assist the adult services director in organizing and implementing adult programming. Cumings brings to the position many years of experience teaching in public schools, private tutoring, and business administration. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Take a swing on your family tree and sign up for the Beginning Genealogy Course offered by the North Webster Community Public Library. Taught by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center Director Beth Smith, the 4-class course will be held 1 p.m., Tuesdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Designed for beginners, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Are you struggling to keep your New Year’s resolution to lose weight? Learn how to use your smartphone to take off those unwanted pounds at North Webster Community Public Library. At 4:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 27, Stuart Smith will share how he used his smartphone as a weight loss tool and lost 75 …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library announces the retirement of Sandy Jagger after 10½ years of service. Jagger joined the library staff in July 2006 as a circulation clerk and was promoted to circulation manager in 2009. Anticipating her eventual retirement, she …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Indiana became the 19 state to join the union on Dec. 11, 1816.  To commemorate 200 years of statehood, North Webster Community Public Library invites everyone to a day-long Indiana Birthday Bash on Monday, Dec. 12. From opening to closing, the library will host activities and giveaways throughout the day. There will be free …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As the year winds down, it is a time of reflection and that is what Writer’s Corner will be doing when the group meets 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 19, at the North Webster Community Public Library. Participants will be sharing their compositions on “If I Knew Then, What I Know Now.” Some …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Do you have unpaid library fines? Next week is your opportunity to pay off those fines while helping out the North Webster Food Pantry. During the week of Dec. 5-10, North Webster Community Public Library will take $1 off of your unpaid library fine for every non-perishable food item you bring in. The …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster’s history came alive during the 10th annual North Webster Cemetery Walk held Sunday, Sept.11. Thirteen past residents told their story as tour guides lead groups through the North Webster Cemetery. This event was approved by the state as a legacy project for the state bicentennial. The event is sponsored by …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER —  The North Webster Community Public Library will be hosting a press release writing class at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22. Local journalist Martha Stoelting will instruct how to write professional press releases and get better news coverage for organizations. The class is free, but pre-registration is needed to attend. Interested individuals can register …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library announces that local musician Dan Kuhn will be providing free musical entertainment during the tenth annual North Webster Cemetery Walk 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11. Kuhn plays the guitar, banjo and harmonica and will entertain patrons inside the library while they wait for the cemetery walk tour to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library will host its 10th annual Cemetery Walk 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11. Open to the public free of charge, this living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center and endorsed by the Indiana Bicentennial Commission as a Bicentennial Legacy Project. During the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The upcoming 10th annual North Webster Cemetery Walk has received official endorsement as an Indiana Bicentennial Legacy Project from the Indiana Bicentennial Commission. The Cemetery Walk, scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, is sponsored by the North Webster Community Public Library’s Local History and Genealogy Center.

NORTH WEBSTER — From the pages of The Arabian Nights, Stevens Puppets brings the story of Aladdin to life in a fully staged production featuring hand-carved wooden marionettes on Wednesday, July 13, at 10:30 a.m. in the North Webster Community Center Banquet Hall. Infused with music, mystery, and magic against colorful scenery, this is an …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER —Magic Man Jim Merrills returns to the North Webster Community Public Library as the opening show in the 2016 Summer Reading Program at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 8. Mr. Jim’s Magic Show will dazzle, amaze, and entertain as he challenges kids to be champion …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER, — The North Webster Community Public Library is participating in the statewide Bison-tennial Public Art Project by sponsoring a bison statue as part of the Indiana Bicentennial Celebration. This local project is a collaboration of the North Webster Library, Friends of the Library and the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The 5 foot by …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — With only two more weeks until the S.H.O.E.S. drive is completed, the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce hopes to make its goal. The project was discussed at the chamber’s regular monthly meeting Monday, March 14.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — It will be a busy time at the North Webster Community Public Library next week. The week starts off at 10 a.m. Monday, March 21, with Writer’s Corner sharing sequel stories they each have written. Then next month, the group will …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Although the North Webster Community Public Library will be closed Dec. 24-27 for the Christmas holiday, there is still plenty going on next week. The Christmas week starts off with Writer’s Corner at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21, when the group shares …read more.

In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, Main on Main Improv Comedy Troupe wants you to take time to slow down and have a laugh. The North Webster Community Public Library proudly presents Main on Main performing live at the North Webster Community Center at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4. Main on Main …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Have you ever wanted to learn a foreign language? Now you can do it online at your own pace absolutely free. The North Webster Community Public Library now offers Mango Languages, a new free online language learning system that provides a …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library has added two new clerks to its staff. Cathy Ervin has accepted the position of youth services clerk, while Amy Dennis will be serving as a clerk in the circulation department.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library has been awarded a $30,000 grant by the Dekko Foundation. The “A Little Love for Libraries” Grant will be used to renovate and upgrade the library’s entrance corridor.

By TERRY RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host its 9th annual Cemetery Walk, 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. Open to the public free of charge, this living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. During the …read more.

By TERRY RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host its ninth annual Cemetery Walk, 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. Open to the public free of charge, this living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. During the …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Mark your calendars and save the date for the North Webster Cemetery Walk from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. The North Webster Library will conduct guided walking tours through the nearby North Webster Cemetery. Costumed enactors will be stationed throughout the cemetery …read more.

Dixie Day is on the way all day Saturday, July 25. It is sponsored by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce and President Sue Ward, Sue’s Creations, asked for more volunteer participation from members at the Monday, July 13, general meeting in the North Webster American Legion, Post 253.