Lorain Public Library Upcoming Events

Libby App Training Webinar via Zoom

Friday, July 31

LPLS is hosting live, virtual demonstrations of how to get started with borrowing ebooks and audiobooks through the Libby app. This free online event features half hour sessions for both new and experienced users from 9 to 11 a.m. More information and registration can be found here: https://overdrive.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bbgr42IrRMO2cWGS6yGs2A

Named one of PCMag’s Best Free Software of 2019 and one of Popular Mechanics’ 20 Best Apps of the 2010s, Libby seamlessly connects first-time users and experienced readers with LPLS’s digital collection. This tailored collection offers ebooks and audiobooks including bestsellers and new releases in a variety of topics. Readers of all ages can select from virtually every subject ranging from mystery, romance, children’s, business and more.

North Ridgeville Farmers Fresh Produce Pick-Ups

Thursdays from 3 to 4 p.m., August 6 through September 10

Support local farmers by reserving a bag of fresh produce for pick-up from the North Ridgeville Branch parking lot every Thursday between 3 and 4 p.m. Produce is sold for $10 per bag and exact change is required. This program is sponsored by North Ridgeville Heart and Sole. For more information or to reserve produce, visit bit.ly/producelibrary or Facebook.com/NRHeartandSole. Produce Pick-Up Schedule: Thursday, August 6: Gerhart’s, Thursday, August 13: Willie’s, Thursday, August 20: Red Barn, Thursday, August 27: Gerhart’s, Thursday, September 3: Willie’s, Thursday, September 10: Red Barn

Grab & Go Activity Kits

Monday, August 3 through Saturday, August 8 between 1 and 6 p.m.

We have “Grab & Go Available Kits” at most branches every day while supplies last! It’s a different activity at each branch and the themes change every week so keep checking LorainPublicLibrary.org for what is coming!

Avon Branch: Recycled Decoupage Pins and Mystery in a Bag; Columbia Branch: Mermaid Bookmarks and Pirate Paper Bag Puppets; Domonkas Branch: Origami Crabs for Teens (glue is needed to complete this activity); North Ridgeville Branch: Fairy Tale Coloring Page (crayons, colored pencils or markers are needed); South Lorain Branch: STEAM Kit: Animal DNA Beading

Baby and Me Story Time on Facebook Live

Thursdays, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27; Sept. 3; 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Bounce, wiggle and play as we live stream baby story time! This story time is intended for babies birth through 18 months, or early walkers, with their caregivers. To join the fun from the comfort of your own home, visit us online at https://www.facebook.com/LorainPublicLibrarySystem.