Upcoming Events

Join us for Color Our World Storytime! This fun program is geared to Preschoolers (2-5). We will read stories, sing songs, create a craft and do other fun activities related to the theme. Registration is required  

A fun-filled 30 min interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, musical instruments, books, and more to stimulate the learning process for babies and toddlers. Registration requested.  

An interactive Storytime for ages 2-5. Songs, rhymes, games, crafts and so much more! No registration required, just drop in. Families welcome!

Join us for a storytime with local police officer from the Valparaiso Police Department! The event will include a 30-minute reading session with the children, followed by a 15-minute Q&A and craft activity.​

Join us for stories, songs & fun learning activities for young children- Ages 3 & up. Families welcome! Registration is required.

Join us for a discussion of All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers.

Walk-ins welcome! 

Join us for a fun Chameleon Mosaic Art program where kids can create their own colorful chameleons using mosaic patterns!

Come read a different book every month! This month is "The Reading List" by Sara Nisha Adams. Maybe you'll like it, maybe you won't! Let a librarian know if you need help reserving the book.

Join us at the library for an open playgroup and connect with parents/caregivers. Early child development milestones experts are available onsite to answer any questions.

PCPLS partners with LLC K-9 Comfort Dog to present monthly comfort dog visits at the Library. Stop by the branch and visit with Caleb the Comfort Dog! No registration required 

Join us for stories, songs & fun learning activities for young children- Ages 3 & up. Families welcome! Registration is required.

Join our kids' art program inspired by artist Thomas Dambo! Kids will create their own unique box troll sculptures to take home, just like Dambo’s amazing work. It’s a fun, hands-on project that sparks creativity and imagination!

Relax and get creative with Zentangle and watercolor! Tweens and teens will learn simple Zentangle patterns and combine them with watercolor backgrounds to create unique, calming artwork. 

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays and a social/playtime to follow, for children ages 0-2yrs and their caregivers. Registration is required. 

Join us for Color Our World Storytime! This fun program is geared to Preschoolers (2-5). We will read stories, sing songs, create a craft and do other fun activities related to the theme. Registration is required  

A fun-filled 30 min interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, musical instruments, books, and more to stimulate the learning process for babies and toddlers. Registration requested.  

An interactive Storytime for ages 2-5. Songs, rhymes, games, crafts and so much more! No registration required, just drop in. Families welcome!

Join us for stories, songs & fun learning activities for young children- Ages 3 & up. Families welcome! Registration is required.

Add some color to a small canvas with paper straws, fabric and fake flowers! 

Join us for an outdoor concert at the Portage Library Garden! Feel free to bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets; additional seating will be provided.

Come read a different book every month! This month is "Meet Me at the Lake" by Carley Fortune. Maybe you'll like it, maybe you won't! Let a librarian know if you need help reserving the book.

Monthly Board of Director's Meeting

Join us for stories, songs & fun learning activities for young children- Ages 3 & up. Families welcome! Registration is required.

Try your hand at diamond painting! Tweens and teens will use tiny, colorful resin gems to create a shimmering design on a pre-printed canvas. Relax, get creative, and watch your artwork shine!