Lorain Public Library System Calendar – June 21 to July 5

All Branches of the Lorain Public Library will be closed Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

LPLS Programming June 21 to July 5:

DIY Oceans of Possibility Activities for Kids: Monday, June 6 through Saturday, Aug. 6, Avon Branch – Celebrate the 2022 Summer Reading Program theme, “Oceans of Possibilities.” Have fun with a different surprise DIY craft or learning activity for kids each week during regular library hours. While supplies last.

Summer Lunch for Kids: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch; 1 to 2 p.m., Main Library; Noon to 1 p.m., Domonkas Branch – The Lorain Public Library System is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Ages 18 and under are invited to come to lunch Monday through Friday all summer long, except Monday, July 4 when the branches are closed.

Music Makers: Mondays, June 27; 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. OR Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 10 to 10:30 a.m. • Mondays, June 27; 7 to 7:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – A musical story time for families with children of all ages. Join us for stories with a beat, toe‑tapping tunes, instruments and dancing. Preregistration required.

Tales for Tykes Story Time: Mondays, June 27; 10:45 to 11:15 a.m., North Ridgeville Branch • Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 10 to 10:30 a.m., Columbia Branch • Thursdays, June 23, 30; 10:45 to 11:15 a.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Stories, movement and rhymes for active walkers through 3‑year‑olds with their caregivers. Preregistration required.

Yoga Story Time in the Woods: Tuesday, June 21; 10:30 a.m., Every Child’s Playground in Avon – Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a kid‑friendly yoga story and practice. Weather permitting. Sponsored by Cultivate Yoga and the Avon Parks and Recreation Department.

Little Learners: Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 10:45 to 11:15 a.m., North Ridgeville Branch • Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. at the Columbia Branch – Caregivers with 4 and 5‑year‑olds nurture their love of reading through books and activities. Preregistration required.

Legos & Lunch: Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 12:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch – Calling all kids! Join us every Tuesday during summer vacation for Lunch and Legos. Lunch will be provided by the Summer Food Service Program, and we will have a different Lego Challenge every week.

Reading to the Rescues: June 21 to Aug. 9; Tuesdays, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Berea Animal Rescue, 10015 W. River Road in Columbia Station – Children can register for a specific 30-minute time slot to sit and read to the cats sheltered at the Berea Animal Rescue. This provides the cats with socialization and enrichment while giving children an opportunity to build their reading confidence and fluency. Register by calling or visiting the Columbia Branch at 13824 W. River Rd. North, 440-236-8751.

Drop‑In Dog Man Fan Club: Tuesday, June 21; 1 to 4 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Crafts, activities and more based on Dav Pilkey’s popular Dog Man series. For children ages 6 and up.

Maker‑in‑Residence: Open Studio Hours: Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Stop in and visit with our current Maker‑in‑Residence, music producer Fayaven Barbee Jr, and learn about his techniques and methods as he works on songwriting, recording, and much more.

City Fresh Produce Pick‑Up: Tuesdays, June 21, 28; 4 to 6 p.m., Main Library and South Lorain Branch – City Fresh is a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program working to create access to fresh, local vegetables for all. With a weekly payment, participants receive a grab bag of the freshest seasonal produce, known as a “share.” Shares come in Single or Family sizes and are offered at tiered prices. Order HERE for as many or as few weeks as desired for pick up at either the Main Library or the South Branch. For more information, please visit cityfresh.org.

Family Sea Science: Tuesday, June 21; 6 to 7 p.m., Domonkas Branch – Children and adults are encouraged to work together as a family to complete an aquatic-themed science project. Preregistration required.

Book Discussions: Tuesday, June 21; 6:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch “London Bridge is Falling Down” by Christopher Fowler • Monday, June 27; 2 p.m., Columbia Branch “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by T.J. Klune • Monday, June 27; 6:30 p.m., Domonkas Branch (call branch for title) • Tuesday, June 28; 1 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch “Rise and Shine Benedict Stone” by Phaedra Patrick • Tuesday, July 5; 6:30 p.m., the Domonkas Branch (call branch for title) – Spend time each month discussing a great book and making new friends. Copies of the books are available at the library. New members are welcome. Preregistration required.

Lorain County Metro Parks: Get to Know Your Own Backyard: Tuesday, June 21; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Learn the ins and outs of local metro parks and how you can utilize them to stay active all summer long. Preregistration required. Hybrid

Maker‑in‑Residence Workshop: Tuesday, June 21; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main Library – Adults, come and learn the basics of the Glowforge with our current Maker‑in‑Residence Carida Diaz. Each program will be hands‑on and participants will learn a new skill. Preregistration required.

Summer Solstice Evening Yoga Celebration: Tuesday, June 21; 7 p.m., Every Child’s Playground in Avon – Celebrate the arrival of summer. Yogis of all ages and levels, including families, gather on the lawn for an uplifting yoga practice. Bring a yoga mat or blanket. Weather permitting. Sponsored by Cultivate Yoga and the Avon Parks and Recreation Department.

Story Stop: Mondays, June 27; 10:30 to 11 a.m., Main Library • Mondays, June 27; 11 to 11:30 a.m., at the Domonkas Branch • Wednesdays, June 22, 29; 10 to 10:30 a.m. OR 10:45 to 11:15 a.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Caregivers with children of all ages are invited for stories, activities and play. Preregistration required.

Froggy Story Stop: Wednesday, June 22; 2 to 2:30 p.m., Little Library on the Lake – Hop down to the Little Library on the Lake for a froggy‑themed Story Stop! Weather Permitting.

Maker‑In‑Residence Workshop: Tune Talk for Teens: Wednesday, June 22; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Join local music producer Fayaven Barbee Jr. to learn about Auto‑Tune one of music production’s biggest tools. Learn how scales work and explore how plug‑in manipulates keep vocals in tune at all times. Follow a prompt to write part of a song and the entire group will leave with an original piece. For students going into grades 8 through 12. Preregistration required.

Chess Club: Wednesdays, June 22, 29; 4 p.m., South Lorain Branch – Open play sessions are for all levels, from beginner to expert.

Beats & Bubbles: Wednesdays, June 22; July 6, 20; Aug. 3, 17; 6:30 to 7 p.m., South Lorain Branch – Get your bodies moving with a high‑energy music and bubble experience for toddlers and preschoolers. We will provide shakers, scarves, and bubbles for a fantastic musical experience! Best for children ages 2 to 5 accompanied by an adult. Preregistration required.

Chair Yoga: Thursdays, June 23, 30; 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Domonkas Branch – Learn postures and breathing exercises with the aid of a chair and gentle yoga poses. Benefits of this class include increased balance, strength, flexibility, range of motion and stress reduction. Preregistration required.

Baby and Me Story Time: Mondays, June 27, OR Thursdays, June 23, 30; 10 to 10:30 a.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Bounce, wiggle and play at this interactive story time. For babies, birth through 18 months, or early walkers, with their caregivers. Preregistration required.

EatPlayGrow: Thursdays, June 23, 30; 10 to 11 a.m., South Lorain Branch – This storytime combines early literacy, art, storytelling, music and movement activities. Eat Play Grow is a part of the curriculum from the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. Preregistration required.

Fiber Arts Groups: Thursdays, June 23, 30; Noon to 4 p.m. at the Columbia Branch • Monday, June 27; 10 a.m. to 12:30 at the North Ridgeville Branch • Friday, July 1, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Domonkas Branch – For new and long‑time knitters and crocheters. If you have a “UFO” (an Unfinished Object) that you would like to work on with us, bring it or start something new!

Kids Ocean Crafts: Thursday, June 23; 1 to 2 p.m., Domonkas Branch – Express your creativity with these ocean‑inspired crafts. Preregistration required.

Bilingual Financial Education and First Time Homebuyer Classes: Thursdays, June 23, 30; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch – El Centro will offer future homebuyers a four‑week bilingual course focused on personal finance, budgeting, and the steps of the homebuying process. Preregistration required.

The Scoopla on Hoopla: Thursday, June 23; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Domonkas Branch – New to streaming or looking for something different? Learn all about Hoopla, a free streaming archive available to all LPLS cardholders. For British TV fans, movie lovers, audiophiles and constant readers, Hoopla has something for everyone! Preregistration required. Hybrid

Introduction to SCORE: Thursday, June 23; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main Library – Join us in a session to learn about how volunteer business mentors from the Cleveland SCORE program can help you start or grow a small business. Preregistration required.

Mason Jar Herbal Garden: Thursday, June 23; 6:30 p.m., Columbia Branch – Learn how to create your own herb garden out of mason jars! Herbs featured will be ideal for grilling. Preregistration required.

Story Stroll: Friday, June 24; 10 to 11 a.m. at Kipton Community Park, 57 Rosa St. in Oberlin – Stroll along with us for a unique story time. Walks will follow a paved path and total distance walked will not exceed ½ mile. Weather permitting. Library staff will be on‑site by 9:50am. Preregistration required.

Story Time in the Woods: Fridays, June 24; 10:30 to 11 a.m., Every Child’s Playground 36265 Detroit Road in Avon – Music, movement activities and play will accompany nature‑themed stories. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. Weather permitting.

Friday Movie Matinee: Fridays, June 24; July 1; 12:30 p.m., Domonkas Branch – Join us each Friday after lunch as we enjoy a Movie of the Week.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium Virtual Program: Oceans of Possibilities: Friday, June 24; 2 to 3 p.m., Columbia Branch, Domonkas Branch, North Ridgeville Branch – Visit the library to join the in‑person watch party as we connect virtually to an Aquarium Educator from the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. See sharks, stingrays and other sea creatures and learn all about the spectacular aquatic world. There will be a limited number of virtual registrations for those who want to join from home—call 440‑327‑8326 for more information. Preregistration required.

Shred Day: Saturday, June 25; 9 a.m. to noon, North Ridgeville Branch – Each household may bring up to five standard‑size copier paper boxes or five grocery‑size bags of documents. Staples are fine, but no paper clips, binder clips, binders, spiral‑bound notebooks, other metal objects, batteries, or electronics. This free event is provided by the Lorain County Solid Waste Management District. The event may end early if the truck is full.

Maker‑in‑Residence: Open Studio Hours: Saturdays, June 25; July 2; 10 a.m. to noon, Domonkas Branch – Stop in and visit with our current Maker‑in‑Residence, painter Robert Wagner, and learn about his techniques and methods as he works on landscape paintings.

Make Your Own Sports Drink: Saturday, June 25; 2 to 3 p.m., Main Library – Learn about the importance of electrolytes and how to reduce muscle soreness after a workout all while mixing up your very own sports drink. Preregistration required. Hybrid

Selling Your Stuff Online: Saturday, June 25; 2 p.m., Columbia Branch – Learn how to sell your used items for cash using different websites and mobile platforms. Preregistration required.

Teddy Bear Picnic: Saturday, June 25; 2 to 3 p.m. at the Domonkas Branch • Wednesday, June 29; 2 to 3 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch – Enjoy stories, music, and a teddy bear‑themed snack during this outdoor story time picnic. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. In case of inclement weather, we will move the fun indoors. For families with children of all ages. Preregistration required.

Family Gardening Program: Saturdays, June 25; July 2; 4 to 5:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch – We will start out with a story, move into working in our community garden, and finish out with a garden related snack prepared with our Charlie Cart. All ages welcome. This program is presented in collaboration with Hope Farms and OSU’s STEM Extension. Preregistration required.

Senior Reading Buddies Volunteering: Mondays, June 27, July 11, 25, Aug. 8; 1 to 2 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – The North Ridgeville Branch Library, in partnership with the North Ridgeville Senior Center and North Park and Rec, is looking for senior volunteers, ages 50 and older, to participate in our Senior Reading Buddies program. Senior Reading Buddies is a 60‑minute program combining shared reading, a craft, and bingo. Each senior will be paired with one or two school‑age students to assist them in practicing their reading skills. Preregistration required.

Bingo for Books: Mondays, June 27; July 11, 25; Aug. 8, 22; 6 p.m., South Lorain Branch – Play Bingo with us and get a chance to win a book! Preregistration required.

Design a Memory or Vision Board: Tuesday, June 28; 1 to 2 p.m., Domonkas Branch – Do you want a creative way to remember the fun of this summer or to plan for the new school year? Learn to design a board to help you reminisce or visualize. Preregistration required.

Tabletop Games Club: Tuesdays, June 28; July 12, 26; Aug. 9, 23; 6 p.m., Columbia Branch – A fun evening of card and board games. Preregistration required.

Cosplay Show & Tell: Tuesdays, June 28; July 26; Aug. 23; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main Library – Share your cosplays while discussing techniques for constructing props and costumes. Preregistration required.

Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes: Tuesday, June 28; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Join Carrie Sowden, Archaeological Director at the National Museum of the Great Lakes, as she discusses the shipwrecks of the Great Lakes. Preregistration required.

Campfire S’mores Pies: Wednesday, June 29; 2 to 3 p.m., Main Library – Teens, enjoy a favorite summer flavor without the campfire. Preregistration required.

Upcycled Planters: Wednesday, June 29; 2 to 3 p.m., Little Library on the Lake – Give Mother Nature a hand by using recycled containers to create your very own planter! Weather Permitting. While Supplies Last.

The Lakeview Pen: Wednesday, June 29; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Domonkas Branch – Would you like to try your hand at creative writing but need some inspiration? Join us for monthly meetings to sharpen your writing skills and share ideas with other novice writers. Bring drafts of your work and be prepared to critique as well as have others review your writing. Preregistration required. Hybrid

Pajama Storytime: Wednesday, June 29; 7 to 7:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch – Put on your PJs, grab your favorite stuffed animal and meet us for a bedtime storytime. We’ll share books, rhymes, and songs to help you settle down for the night so you’re ready to drift off to sleep. Pajamas are encouraged, but not required. Pre‑registration required. Preregistration required.

Terra Cotta Summer Coasters: Thursday, June 30; 2 to 3 p.m., Main Library – Learn to make these! Preregistration required.

There Be Whales: Synthesizing Ocean Sounds: Thursday, June 30; 2 to 3 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – Learn to create your own sounds, bloops, songs and beats with modular analog synthesizers as we take a deep dive into the depths of marine animal communication. Preregistration required.

Summer Scavenger Hunt: The month of July at all six branches – Go exploring with the scavenger hunt list, available at any of our branches! Snap a photo of each item you find and share it on social media with the hashtag #LPLSFound. Participants can seek on their own or as part of a group ‑ the only rules are to be creative and have fun!

Story Time in the Woods: Friday, July 1; 10:30 to 11 a.m., Pavilion 2 at South Central Park, 7565 Avon Belden Road in North Ridgeville – Music, movement activities and play will accompany nature‑themed stories. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. Weather permitting.

Game On! Fridays, July 1, 6 p.m., Little Library on the Lake – Get your game on every Friday in July! Library staff will showcase our fun collection of games and toys before the weekly concert hosted by the Lorain County Metro Parks. Weather Permitting.

Packin’ A Picnic: Saturday, July 2; 2 to 3 p.m., Main Library – Snack with us while learning how to pack the perfect picnic basket. Preregistration required.

Friends of Columbia Branch Library Book Sale: Tuesday, July 5; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Wednesday, July 6; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Thursday, July 7; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Friday, July 8; Noon to 6 p.m. • Saturday, July 9; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Columbia Branch – Sponsored by the Friends of Columbia Branch Library, Inc.

Drop‑In Builder’s Club: Tuesdays, July 5; 1 to 4 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch – The library supplies the blocks, and you supply the ideas and creations. Come build with us! Intended for children ages 5 and up.

Anime for All: Tuesday, July 5; 5 to 7:30 p.m., Main Library – All ages are welcome to join us in watching anime films. Preregistration required.

Garden Art: Tuesday, July 5; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., South Lorain Branch – Join us as learn how to turn found objects into beautiful garden art! Preregistration required.

Patrons can register for events at LorainPublicLibrary.org/events. Events listed as “Hybrid” can be attended in person or virtually. Preregistration is required for both options.

Lorain Public Library System Branches: Main Library, 351 W. Sixth St. Lorain, OH 44052 (440) 244-1192 • Avon Branch, 37485 Harvest Dr. Avon, OH 44011 (440) 934-4743 • Columbia Branch, 13824 W. River Rd. North Columbia Station, OH 44028 (440) 236-8751 • Domonkas Branch, 4125 E. Lake Rd. Sheffield Lake, OH 44054 (440) 949-7410 • North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Rd. North Ridgeville OH 44039 (440) 327-8326 • South Lorain Branch, 2121 Homewood Dr. Lorain, OH 44055 (440) 277-5672