North Ridgeville Review The Community That Cares
Adapted Story Time: Children with varying learning styles and abilities enjoy a program with stories, songs, games and a social time. While content is geared for ages 3 to 7, all ages are welcome. Parents and siblings are welcome to attend. Please consider registering for our other Adapted Story Times on Jan. 25 and Feb. 22. Preregistration required. Sat, December 14, 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Windjammer Big Band Holiday Concert: Swing into the holidays with a special performance by the Windjammer Big Band—showcasing a variety of holiday and traditional jazz music. This family-friendly event will feature hot cocoa, cookies and holiday-themed crafts. Preregistration required. Sat, December 14, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Catapults vs. Castles: Build miniature siege equipment with us and knock down castles. This program is intended for ages 9 to 12. Preregistration required. Mon, December 16, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Crafternoon: Adults, come enjoy a fun afternoon of crafting at the library. Each month staff will provide instruction on a new exciting project. Preregistration required. Tue, December 17, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. • Tue, January 21, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The Butler Did It – Mystery Book Discussion: Dec. 18 “Christmas Caramel Murder” by Joanne Fluke, Jan. 15 “Sorrow Road” by Julia Keller, Feb. 19 “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty. Would you like to spend an evening each month discussing a great book and making friends? Check out our book discussion group! Copies of the book are available at the library. Preregistration required. Wed, December 18, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. • Wed, January 15, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. • Wed, February 19, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Paper Circuit Cards: Science and art combine as you make unique light up holiday cards using a few key materials such as copper tape, LED lights and, of course, paper. Open to ages 7 and up. Preregistration required. Thu, December 19, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Little Learners: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers are invited to stop by the story room to explore and learn about letters, numbers, shapes, colors, patterns and more. Crafts will also be available for creating. Fri, December 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Fri, January 31, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Fri, February 28, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
North Ridgeville Writers: Come and join us in this pressure free and friendly writing group. Engage in writing exercises and peer critiques, as well as support for whatever project you are working on. Preregistration required. Sat, December 7, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. • Sat, December 21, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. • Sat, January 4, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. • Sat, January 18, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. • Sat, February 1, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. • Sat, February 15, 1 p.m. • Sat, February 29, 1 p.m.
Sensory Friendly Noon Year’s Eve Celebration: Bring in 2020 with our sensory friendly celebration. This program is for children who need a quieter, less-crowded and sensory friendly environment. PLEASE NOTE: Preregistration is required for all attending – children and caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Preregistration required. Mon, December 30, 11 a.m. – noon
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration: Families are welcome to celebrate the new year early with their kids. Bring in 2020 with music plus a countdown and ball drop at noon. PLEASE NOTE: Preregistration is required for all attending – children and caregivers. Intended for ages 2 and up. Preregistration required. Tue, December 31, 11 a.m. – noon
Lego ® Fun Day: The library supplies the blocks and you supply the ideas and creations. Come build with us! Intended for children ages 5 and up. Preregistration required. Thu, January 2, 11 a.m. – noon
Family Engineering Night: Families with school-age children will enjoy this fun, friendly engineering competition that challenges their STEM skills. Please consider registering for our other Family Engineering Night on Feb. 3. Preregistration required. Mon, January 6, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
