NORTH WEBSTER — Tickle your nose and take a sensory tour through a perfume factory where you will see and learn how fragrances are designed, blended and bottled. North Webster Community Public Library is taking reservations for an adult field trip to Annie Oakley Perfumery in Ligonier Thursday, Oct. 24. Traveling by carpool, the tour …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library in Kosciusko County held a groundbreaking ceremony on a 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 31 to kick off the beginning of construction of their new library facility. The planning and construction of this project is being led by Michael Kinder & Sons, construction manager and MKM Architecture + Design, architect. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — While Wawasee school students will enjoy a day off from school on Presidents Day, Feb. 18, North Webster Community Public Library will host Family Bingo at 1 p.m. that day. This popular event draws kids of all ages. Multiple rounds of bingo are played with lots of prizes for everyone. Bring the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Debbie Conner was recently recognized for five years of service at the North Webster Community Public Library. The recognition was announced by Library Director Helen Frank. Joining the library staff in February 2014, Conner is responsible for checking out and shelving books and materials, assisting with programs, organizing supplies, helping patrons and other …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As the summer reading program gets underway at North Webster Community Public Library, professional magician Jeff Wawrzaszek will perform his Read Like a Rock Star magic show 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, with a masterful medley of magic tricks and laugh-a-minute comedy. The show is open to all children and their families. Family …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Area schools will soon be out for the summer, giving kids a break from the school year routine. However, summer shouldn’t mean a break from learning. It can be a time of discovering new interests and the pleasure of reading just for fun. The Summer Reading Program at North Webster Community Public Library …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Enjoy a fun morning out at Coffee and Canvas hosted by North Webster Community Public Library at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 10. Kayla Hayden, artist and owner of The Happy Paint Brush, returns to provide step-by-step instruction for painting a charming winter farm scene. Cost of the workshop is $18 and includes an …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — December is the time for Christmas stories, and now you can read Christmas stories for a chance to win a prize at North Webster Community Public Library. Throughout December, every time you check out and read a Christmas book, fill out an entry form with the book title, your name and phone number, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — If you love to watch movies, dash into North Webster Community Public Library for the December DVD Dash and a chance to win a Blu-ray DVD player. Throughout December, each time patrons check out five DVDs they become eligible to enter the grand prize drawing for a chance to win a Blu-ray …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Do you have unpaid library fines?During Food for Fines week, Dec. 4 through Dec. 9, you can redeem fines and help out the North Webster Food Pantry by donating non-perishable foods. For every food item brought in for donation, $1 will be taken off of your fine. Expired foods, dented cans or …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Just in time for holiday gift making, North Webster Community Public Library is opening a new sewing room complete with a programmable sewing machine.  Starting Dec. 1, the sewing room will be available in two-hour time slots throughout the day Wednesdays through Saturdays each week.  Patrons can bring their sewing projects to the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Catch a free movie at North Webster Community Public Library. At 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7, the library will be showing a 1951 American drama based on a novel by Tennessee Williams about a troubled southern belle who leaves her aristocratic background to seek refuge with her sister and volatile husband in a …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As cold weather approaches, curling up indoors with a good book becomes more inviting. Stock up on winter reading or get a jump on holiday gift buying at the Friends of the North Webster Community Public Library book sale Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 26-28. There will be hundreds of gently used, good quality books, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — To celebrate the start of fall break for Wawasee schools, teens are invited to jubilate with games and snacks at North Webster Community Public Library at 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20.  There will be a variety of board games to play and snacks to munch. All students in sixth grade and above …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Calling all genealogists. North Webster Community Public Library is hosting an all day genealogy session on Monday, Oct 9. 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 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — With all the catastrophic weather in the news lately, you may be wondering how weather is forecasted and monitored. Learn how by touring the local National Weather Service Station with the North Webster Community Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 5. The tour leaves from the library at 1:45 p.m. and will travel …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Studies have shown that young children who are read to frequently are better prepared to start school. Instill the love of books and learning in your young children by bringing them to preschool story time at North Webster Community Public Library every Wednesday morning. The fall session starts Sept. 20 and runs through …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Now that the kids are in school, it’s a good time to engage in some learning yourself. To encourage life-long learning, North Webster Community Public Library offers free online Gale Courses through its website www.nweb.lib.in.us. North Webster Library card holders can access online over 300 high quality personal enrichment, career training and …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The lazy days of summer will soon be here and what better way to spend a sunny afternoon than reading under the shade tree or out on the lake. Get your summer reading supplies at the Friends of the North Webster Library Book Sale Thursday-Saturday, May 25-27 at the North Webster Community Center. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As the snowbirds return to their summer roosts, North Webster Community Public Library invites them to fly in and get involved in all the library has to offer. The library is more than just books; it is a center for social interaction and learning with programs and activities for all ages, interests and …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Who doesn’t like maple syrup poured over a stack of pancakes? Learn how the sweet stuff is made at North Webster Community Public Library when Lamoine Beachler presents his Maple Syrup Program at 5:30p.m. on Tuesday, April 11. The Beachler family has been producing maple syrup at their Beachler Sugar Bush near Claypool …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library has announced the appointment of Denis Ellis as circulation clerk. In her new position, Ellis’ responsibilities will include checking out and shelving books and materials, assisting patrons, and creating displays among other duties. Ellis brings to her position administrative and accounting experience working for Warsaw Community Schools …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — If you’re looking for fun things to do over spring break next week, bring the kids to the North Webster Community Public Library for Family Bingo 1 p.m. Thursday, April 6. This is one of the library’s most popular events. It’s fun and easy to play for kids of all ages with lots …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER —Area schools will be starting soon. It’s important to remember one of the most important school supply of all is a library card. Libraries are a valuable free resource and play an important role in a child’s education whether they attend public, private, or home school. Studies show that children who are read …read more.

By TERRI RITTER
Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library
NORTH WEBSTER — Adult Services Director Beth Smith was recently recognized for 10 years of service at the North Webster Community Public Library.

  The Lakeland Eagles Club of Syracuse concluded their 2015 People Helping People philanthropy campaign with a celebration and presentation of checks on Saturday evening. During the campaign, the Eagles raised $16,586 through a variety of fundraisers, including the Bullet Bob Niles golf outing held earlier this year at South Shore Golf Club. Of the …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library Have fun learning to paint at the library’s Coffee and Canvas event 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 Tuesday, July 14. Folk artist Karla Hayden, owner of The Happy Paint Brush, will show participants step-by-step how to paint a lake scene. No artistic ability is needed, …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Library Every child will feel like a super hero playing Super Hero Bingo 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17. The whole family will have fun playing Bingo using cards with super heroes on them. We have prizes galore with lots of chances to win, so every child goes …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Looking for a quality activity to do with your child? Have fun building together at the library’s LEGO Club from 1 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14. LEGOs were invented in 1934 in the carpentry workshop of Ole Kirk Kristiansen in Denmark. LEGO is …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library The state of Indiana turns 198 years old on Dec. 11 and we will be celebrating with some Indiana Trivia at 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. Retired Indiana history teacher Paula Markley will share unusual and little known facts about the Hoosier state. Come and …read more.

Every family has a story to tell. If you’re a family historian with a saga to tell about your family but don’t know where to begin, the North Webster Public Library can help you get started. Beth Smith, director of the Library’s Local History and Genealogy Center, will conduct a class at 1 p.m. Monday, …read more.