The deadline for submitting Lake and River Enhancement (LARE) applications for 2021 projects is Jan. 15. The LARE program strives to protect and enhance habitat for fish and wildlife while ensuring the continued viability of Indiana’s publicly accessible lakes, rivers and streams through measures that reduce sediment and nutrient pollution. LARE applicants receive technical and financial assistance for qualifying projects, which include logjam removal, streambank stabilization and wetland creation. Applications must be completed and submitted electronically. To view a full list of qualifying project types, along with additional information about LARE, see lare.dnr.IN.gov. To learn more about the requirements of project applications or to submit a project application for LARE assistance, see wildlife.IN.gov/3302.htm.

Purdue Extension will offer a four-part online series of classes for those who want a greener, healthier lawn. The virtual series will be held from from 6:30 to 9 p.m. ET and from 5:30 to 8 p.m. CT on Thursdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Topics to be covered include lawn fertilization, mowing, lawn pests, irrigation needs, weed management, lawn renovation and lawn establishment. The recommendations given in the program will be based on research by Purdue Extension in Indiana. The cost of the program is $20 for the series. Register at https://puext.in/DIYLawncareRegister. Registration ends on Jan. 28. More information is with Nikky Witkowski at nikky@purdue.edu or 219-465-3555, or with Jeff Burbrink at jburbrink@purdue.edu or 574-533- 0554.

Lake County Public Library will offer a variety of upcoming events. The Griffith Calumet branch will host Mystery Loves Company Virtual Book Chat for adults from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 11 via the Griffith-Calumet Branch Zoom. The January title is “The Mother-in-Law” by Sally Hepworth. Pick up a copy at the Griffith curbside, 1215 E. 45th Ave., and join in the virtual chat. An email address is required to register. Event details are at griffith@lcplin.org. Registration is required at www.lcplin.org/branches/gr.htm or call 219-838-2825. The Dyer-Schererville branch will offer Teen Board Games/Teen Advisory Board (TAB) from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Jan. 12 on the Dyer-Schererville Zoom platform. Teens are invited to play games, such as sketchful.io, that can be played online. Participants will brainstorm future program ideas. Learn how TAB can count toward volunteer hours. Registration required at www.lcplin.org/branches/ds.htmwww.lcplin.org/branches/cnl.htm or call 219-322-4731. The Merrillville branch will host the children’s program “Whale Watching in Glacier Bay!” from 3 to 4 p.m. Jan. 14 through the Lake County Public Library Zoom Room. Join a Glacier Bay Park Ranger on an interactive journey to learn more about Humpback Whales. An email address is required. Register at or call 219-769-3541.