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A special thanks

TO THE FRIENDS OF AVON LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY for supporting and promoting the Library through fundraising and programming. The Friends fund over $6000 in special Library programs annually, enriching the lives of the Avon Lake community.

ANNUAL MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEA Sunday, April 15, 2:00pm–4:00pm Waugaman Gallery

Paid registration at the Circulation Desk is required by Sunday, April 8.

Celebrate the bond between mothers and daughters at our very popular Mother-Daughter Tea. Grandmothers welcome too! Enjoy tea, dainty sandwiches and desserts while Janet Bird, with the Lorain County Historical Society, charms both moms and girls with her collection of vintage hats and purses. Girls age 5 and up, please. This event is limited to 40 participants.

Friends of ALPL Registration begins Sunday, March 18. Adults: $7 Girls: Free

General Public Registration begins Sunday, March 25. Adults: $10 Girls: $5

CODE CLUB AVON LAKE

Saturdays, beginning January 13 10:00am Teen Computer Area Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org.

Ever wanted to create your own apps, games or websites? We are starting our first weekly Code Club open to ages 8–17 and you are welcome to join at any time. We can accommodate up to 20 members initially on our computers, more if students bring their own. Funding for Code Club Avon Lake is partially provided by the Avon Lake City Schools Foundation.

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ADULTSSTITCH NICHE Lakeshore RoomMondays, 6:30pm–8:30pm, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9

Bring your knitting or crocheting project and enjoy the company of fellow needlework enthusiasts. Presenter Valerie Dillard will be available to help those who need assistance. Beginners are welcome. Bring knitting needles (size 9 or 10) or a crochet hook (size G or H). Ages 16 and up.

MATTER OF BALANCE Waugaman GalleryWednesdays, 1:00pm–3:00pm, January 31, February 7, 14, 21, & 28, March 7, 14, & 21 Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org

A Matter of Balance is an eight week nationally recognized program designed to reduce the risk of falling. This program is sponsored and conducted by Fairhill Partners, a non-profit agency devoted to successful aging. Participants must expect to attend all sessions. Attendance at the first session is required to participate. Space is limited.

HOW TO KEEP UNINVITED GUESTS AT BAY: McMahan Room THE PROBLEM OF WILDLIFE IN OUR GARDENSWednesday, April 11, 7:00pm–8:00pmRegistration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org

Do you have deer, rabbits, and other creatures frolicking in your garden and dining on your carefully-tended plants? Rosie Daniels, a representative from the Master Gardeners of Cuyahoga County, will talk about strategies to keep your garden and landscape going strong.

DISCOVER YOUR PAST: Waugaman Gallery GENEALOGY BASICSTuesdays, 7:00pm–8:00pm, March 27 or April 24Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org

Whether you’re just beginning to research your family history or you want to refresh your skills, this workshop is for you! Join ALPL librarian and genealogist Laura Ploenzke as she explains how to get started in genealogy and how the Library can help you.

CHILDREN AND BULLYING: WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW Waugaman GalleryMonday, February 5, 7:00pm–8:30pm

Join us for an evening of important information for parents. Speaker Todd Walts will be here to talk about the current prevalence of childhood bullying and cyber-bullying.

He will discuss why and how it happens, and its effects on school and family life. More importantly, he will share the newest techniques and tips parents can use to help children deal with this difficult situation. He will also take your questions.

Mr. Walts is a nationally known speaker and president of Campus Impact USA, an organization that works with parents and educators to promote leadership and end bullying and violence.

For more information on an Adult program, call the Information desk at 440.933.8127.

ALL SHOOK UP! A DAY OF ELVISMonday, January 8

We are “taking care of business” and having a day long of celebration for “the King”! Throughout the day on January 8th, Elvis’ birthday, the Library will be alive with Elvis songs, you can take your picture with “Elvis”, watch live steaming video from Graceland of birthday festivities and events, color your own Velvet Elvis coloring page, enter in for an Elvis inspired basket of goodies, and more!

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ONLINE MOVIE CHAT: CLASSIC REWINDSEvery Tuesday

The Movie Chat Club is a group that meets exclusively online. All the information you need to participate will be found on alpl.org. On the first Tuesday of every month a movie will be unveiled. Every Tuesday during the month interesting “Tuesday Tidbits” relating to the movies you are watching will be posted. You will have access to the monthly movies by borrowing from the Library, using the OverDrive and Hoopla collections, or using your own personal streaming membership. We hope you’ll watch and discuss along with us!

HOW TO HAVE A WELL BEHAVED DOG Waugaman GalleryTuesday, April 3, 7:00pm–8:00pmRegistration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org

A canine companion can be a wonderful family addition. However, even the best family pet can present the occasional challenge. Professional trainer Carol Homola, owner of Carol’s Canine School of Obedience, will be here to tell you what you need to know to have the perfect housepet. She will address common problems that come with dogs of any age and share some training tricks. This program is for dog owners only. Please do not bring your dog to this session.

CREATIVE CARD MAKING Waugaman GalleryMonday, January 22, 7:00pm–8:00pmRegistration required at the Circulation desk. $10 supply fee due at registration.

Discover the art of rubber stamping! Instructor Cindy Harley will show students how to create beautiful greeting cards using rubber stamps and inks. Participants will make two Valentine-themed cards with the option, if desired, to customize one or both into a birthday card. There is a $10.00 fee for materials.

FAB CAB: Waugaman GalleryMOBILE MAKERSPACE COMES TO ALPL Wednesday, March 28, 6:30pm–8:30pmRegistration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org.

The FAB LAB is a service of the Patsie C. and Dolores Jeneé Center for Ideation and Invention at Lorain County Community College, where you can learn by making and doing things with new tools and new ideas. They will demonstrate what is possible and help you make your own craft to take home!

OHIOMEANSJOBS ORIENTATION Waugaman GalleryTuesday, March 13, 6:00pm–8:30pm

Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org.

Unemployed, underemployed or think you can find a better opportunity? OhioMeansJobs Lorain County is here to help with assessing your skills, making your job search effective, plugging you in to the network of local employers looking for help, and they may even be able to help pay for further education! Find out more online at: ohiomeansjobs.com/lorain or meet them here! Avon Lake Public Library is proud to be a partner.

BIGFOOT: WHAT’S THE BIG HAIRY DEAL?Saturday, February 3, 1:00pm–2:30pm Waugaman Gallery

Join Ohio Bigfoot investigator Marc DeWerth as he presents on the elusive reigning hide and seek champion Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch. This program will focus on what’s new in Ohio Sasquatch sightings, share video evidence of a Bigfoot sighting, sounds, footprint samples, and much more! This event is free and open to believers of all ages.


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BOOK DISCUSSIONS TEA TIME BOOK CLUB Waugaman GalleryTuesdays, 2:00pm–3:00pmJanuary 9, February 13, March 13, April 10

Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org

It’s tea time at the library! You are invited to join us for an afternoon of tea, cookies, and a friendly discussion about a great book. Feel free to bring your favorite tea cup. Our first selection is News of the World by Paulette Jiles. Books for the following month are available at each meeting. Quantities are limited.

BOOKIN’ AND COOKIN’ McMahan RoomWednesdays, 1:00pm–2:00pmJanuary 17, February 21, March 21, April 18


Grab a bite to read and join our cookbook club! Participants will select recipes from the Library’s cookbook collection. Then, we’ll meet up to sample our culinary creations the following month. Plates, silverware and beverages provided.

EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION Lakeshore RoomTuesdays, 7:00pm–8:00pmFebruary 6, March 6, April 3


Join us for an evening of lively discussion about a great book, facilitated by librarian and Avon Lake resident Martha Love. Books for the following month are available at each meeting. Quantities are limited.

TUESDAYS WITH TECHNOLOGY (TWT) On the AvenueTuesdays, beginning January 9, 4:00pmEvery Tuesday afternoon, Library staff and guest speakers will be on hand to demonstrate and explain how to use some of those newfangled technologies, especially some of the devices and services we offer to the public. Pick up a TWT Passport at our Information Desk with a schedule, and collect as many stamps as possible to win an iPad!

NORTH COAST BUSINESS CONNECTION Waugaman GalleryTuesdays, 9:30am–11:00am, January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org.

Are you a local business or are you thinking of starting one? Join us monthly to network - meet your competitors, customers and colleagues - and learn ways to grow your business from other local entrepreneurs! Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn and keep the conversation going between meetings.

January: Nuts and Bolts of Running a Business with “serial entrepreneur” Jeff Schnied.

February: Home-Based Business Roundtable.

March: Nuts and Bolts Part II.

April: Who Makes What in Avon Lake? Ten companies, six minutes each to talk about their business.

THE LCADA WAY: ALCOHOL AND DRUG Waugaman Gallery AWARENESS AND PREVENTION Tuesdays, 6:30pm–8:00pm, January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17 Registration required at the Information desk or at alpl.org.

Drug and alcohol abuse hurts communities and everyone in them. Lisa Goodwin will host a monthly series of education and engagement on a crucial topic that is open to everyone. There is a smaller group for ease of discussion, sharing, and free material resources.

January: The Opioid Epidemic in Ohio and Elsewhere.

February: Continuum of Use: Stages from Experimentation to Late Stage Addiction.

March: Book discussion of How To Equip Your Child To Stay Drug Free (pick up your copy at the February program or at the Information Desk).

April: Process of Treatment and Recovery.

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ANIME CLUB McMahan RoomTuesdays, 3:30pm–5:00pm, January 16, April 17

Waugaman GalleryTuesdays, 3:30pm–5:00pm February 20, March 20

Interested in Anime or Manga? Join our Anime Club! We meet every third Tuesday of the month. Cosplay is welcome!

SOCIAL JUSTICE BOOK CLUB Parke RoomThursdays, 3:30pm–4:30pm, January 11, February 15, March 15, April 12 Register and pick up your book at the Information Desk three weeks prior to each discussion.

Join Gina to discuss and share experiences reading the best in fiction for young adults featuring diverse characters. By reading about people different than ourselves, we can build empathy and compassion for others in the world.

January 11: If I Was Your Girl

February 15: All American Boys

March 15: Persepolis

April 12: Dumplin’

ALPL TEEN JOB FAIR Waugaman Gallery Tuesday, April 10, 3:00pm–6:00pm

Need a summer job? Get a leg up on the competition! Come to the ALPL Teen Job Fair for a one-stop shop for summer employment! Speak with local employers about their requirements and experience offered, and get an idea of what kind of job you really want.

NEWSPEAK McMahan RoomMonday, March 5, 3:30pm–4:30pmRegister at alpl.org by Friday, March 2.

In this age of “post-truth” information it can be hard to determine what it real and what is propaganda. This program, supported by lesson plans from the Newseum, aims to help teens discern the truth from the lies and to empower themselves to be good citizens.

PRACTICE ACT EXAM McMahan RoomSaturdays, 10:00am–1:00pm, January 13, March 24, Register at alpl.org by January 8 or March 19.Prepare yourself for those all-important ACT exams by attending our practice session administered by Sylvan Learning Center.

TWEENS (AGES 10–12)

BETWEEN THE PAGESStorytime RoomThursdays, 7:00pm–8:00pm, January 25, March 22

Pick up your book and register at the Children’s desk three weeks prior to each discussion.

Hey tweens! We know you like to read YA books, and sometimes you read stuff from J Fiction too. Sybil and Gina have partnered up to present a special tween-only book club! Read classics in Young Adult and Children’s literature specially picked for your age group.

January 25: The Thing About Jellyfish

March 22: Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging

TWEEN CRAFTERDARKStorytime RoomWednesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm February 7, March 7

Registration required at alpl.org by February 2 or March 2.

Since we need more time for these awesome crafts, we’ve moved Crafternoon to Crafterdark! Make a marbled design on a ceramic mug using nail polish, or calm your mind looking at a jar full of sparkly glitter and color.

February 7: Ceramic mug water marble

March 7: Calming jars

For more information or to register for a Young Adult program, call 440.933.8127. Voice mail registrations are not accepted

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

31 1 New Year's Day 2 Online Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

3 ALPL Winter Reading Challenge beginsPokemon Open Play 4pm-6pm

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7 8 A Day of ElvisStitch Niche 6:30pm-8:30pm

9 Online Movie ChatTea Time Book Club 2pm-3pmTuesdays with Technology 4pm

10 11 Social Justice Book Club 3:30pm-4:30pm 12 Librarians-In-Training

10am-3pm 13 Code Club 10amPractice ACT Exam 10am-1pm

14 15 Martin Luther King Jr. DayStory Time begins

16 Alcohol and Drug Awareness 6:30pm-8pmAnime Club 3:30pm-5pmNorth Coast Business Connection 9:30am-11amOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

17 Bookin' and Cookin' 1pm-2pmOodles of Animals Art Program 7pm-8pm

18 19 20 Code Club 10am

21 22 Creative Card Making 7pm-8pm 23 Online Movie Chat

Tuesdays with Technology 4pm

24 Paws to Read 4pm-6pm 25 Between the Pages

7pm-8pmWee STEM 9:30am-10am

26 27 Adapted Story Time 10:30amCode Club 10am

28 29 30 Online Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

31 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pm 1 BWG Run

6:30pm-7:30pm 2 BWG Cuddle 10:30am-11:30am 3 Bigfoot 1pm-2:30pm

Code Club 10amGet Moving & Grooving 10:30am-11:30am

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28 29 30 Online Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

31 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pm 1 BWG Run

6:30pm-7:30pm 2 BWG Cuddle 10:30am-11:30am 3 Bigfoot 1pm-2:30pm

Code Club 10amGet Moving & Grooving 10:30am-11:30am

4 5 Children and Bullying 7pm-8:30pm 6 Evening Book

Discussion 7pm-8pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

7 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pmPokemon Open Play 4pm-6pmTween Crafterdark 6:30pm-8:30pm

8 9 10 Code Club 10amValentine Make-N-Take 10am-4pm

11 12 Music Enrichment 1:30pm-2pmStitch Niche 6:30pm-8:30pm

13 Jr. Tree House Club 4pm-5pmOnline Movie ChatTea Time Book Club 2pm-3pmTuesdays with Technology 4pm

14 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pm 15 Social Justice Book

Club 3:30pm-4:30pm 16 17 Code Club 10amPaws to Read 10am-12pm

18 19 Presidents' DayPresident's Day Chow 1pm-2:30pm

20 Alcohol and Drug Awareness 6:30pm-8pmAnime Club 3:30pm-5pmNorth Coast Business Connection 9:30am-11amOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

21 Bookin' and Cookin' 1pm-2pmMatter of Balance 1pm-3pmTree House Club 4pm-5pm

22 Wee STEM 9:30am-10am 23 24 Code Club 10am

Great Lakes Theater Huckleberry Finn 10am-11am

25 26 27 Jr. Tree House Club 4pm-5pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

28 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pm 1 BWG Cuddle

6:30pm-7:30pm 2 BWG Run 10:30am-11:30am 3 Code Club 10am

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25 26 27 Jr. Tree House Club 4pm-5pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

28 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pm 1 BWG Cuddle

6:30pm-7:30pm 2 BWG Run 10:30am-11:30am 3 Code Club 10am

4 5 Newspeak 3:30pm-4:30pm 6 Evening Book

Discussion 7pm-8pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

7 Matter of Balance 1pm-3pmPokemon Open Play 4pm-6pmTree House Club 4pm-5pmTween Crafterdark 6:30pm-8:30pm

8 Meet Stuffee 1pm-1:30pmStep-Up Club Firefighter Visit 10:30am & 1:30pm

9 10 Code Club 10am

11 12 Stitch Niche 6:30pm-8:30pm 13 Jr. Tree House Club

4pm-5pmOhio Means Jobs Orientation 6pm-8:30pmOnline Movie ChatTea Time Book Club 2pm-3pmTuesdays with Technology 4pm

14 Magic Tree House Book Club 7pm-8pmMatter of Balance 1pm-3pm

15 Social Justice Book Club 3:30pm-4:30pm 16 17 Code Club 10am

18 19 20 Alcohol and Drug Awareness 6:30pm-8pmAnime Club 3:30pm-5pmNorth Coast Business Connection 9:30am-11amOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

21 Bookin' and Cookin' 1pm-2pmMatter of Balance 1pm-3pmPaws to Read 4pm-6pmTree House Club 4pm-5pm

22 Between the Pages 7pm-8pm 23 24 Adapted Story Time

10:30amCode Club 10amPractice ACT Exam 10am-1pm

25 26 27 Discover Your Past 7pm-8pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

28 FAB CAB 6:30pm-8:30pm 29 BWG Run

6:30pm-7:30pmWee STEM 9:30am-10am

30 ALPL Winter Reading Challenge endsBWG Cuddle 10:30am-11:30am

31 Code Club 10am

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1 2 Read with a Firefighter 10am-11am

3 Evening Book Discussion 7pm-8pmHow to Have a Well Behaved Dog 7pm-8pmMr. Zap Wacky Balloon Show 1pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

4 Pokemon Open Play 4pm-6pm 5 Paw Patrol Academy

2pm-3pm 6 7 Code Club 10am

8 9 Stitch Niche 6:30pm-8:30pm 10 Online Movie Chat

Tea Time Book Club 2pm-3pmTeen Job Fair 3pm-6pmTuesdays with Technology 4pm

11 How to Keep Uninvited Guest at Bay 7pm-8pmStory Time ends

12 Social Justice Book Club 3:30pm-4:30pm 13 14 Code Club 10am

15 Mother-Daughter Tea 2pm-4pm 16 17 Alcohol and Drug

Awareness 6:30pm-8pmAnime Club 3:30pm-5pmNorth Coast Business Connection 9:30am-11amOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

18 Bookin' and Cookin' 1pm-2pm 19 Music Enrichment

7:00pm-7:30pmWee Science 9:30am, OR 1pm, OR 6pm

20 21 Children's Garden Planning 10am-11amCode Club 10am

22 23 Project Kindergarten begins 24 Discover Your Past

7pm-8pmOnline Movie ChatTuesdays with Technology 4pm

25 26 BWG Cuddle 6:30pm-7:30pmWee STEM 9:30am-10am

27 BWG Run 10:30am-11:30amProject Kindergarten ends

28 Code Club 10amPaws to Read 10am-12pm

29 30 1 Online Movie Chat 2 3 4 5


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For more information or to register for a DiscoveryWorks program, call 440.933.7848. Voice mail registrations are not accepted.

DISCOVERYWORKSTREE HOUSE CLUBSThe Tree House Clubs meet in the DiscoveryWorks Loft. Club content and registration dates are listed below. Separate registration is required and starts one week before each class. Register your own children at alpl.org or by calling 440.933.7848. Space is limited.

JR. TREE HOUSE CLUB (AGES 6 & 7)Tuesdays, 4:00pm–5:00pm

DOMINO RALLY Tuesday, February 13 Registration: Tuesday, February 6

Create designs and race paths using dominoes.

WHAT’S IN YOUR ZOO? Tuesday, February 27 Registration: Tuesday, February 20

Craft your own finger puppet that you control.

TOTEM POLE Tuesday, March 13 Registration: Tuesday, March 6Make a totem pole as the ancient Tlingit Indians did long ago.

TREE HOUSE CLUB (AGES 8–11)Wednesdays, 4:00pm–5:00pm

OMG! WHEN WORDS AREN’T ENOUGH Wednesday, February 21 Registration: Wednesday, February 14Make your own emoticon props that will make your friends say WOW!

STRING PUZZLER Wednesday, March 7Registration: Wednesday, February 28Create a simple string puzzle that will challenge your brain.

CLIMBING BEAR Wednesday, March 21 Registration: Wednesday, March 14Make a bear, then watch it climb up as you pull down.

MEET STUFFEEThursday, March 8, 1:00pm–1:30pmRegistration begins Thursday, March 1

Where does food go after you swallow it? How fast does your heart beat? Stuffee, our blue-haired giant, will help your 3, 4, or 5 year old learn how their body parts work together and how to keep their bodies healthy.

WEE SCIENCE SAMPLER – BE A DETECTIVEThursday, April 199:30am, OR 1:00pm, OR 6:00pm

Registration for Wee Science begins Thursday, April 12. Space is limited.

This one-hour program has hands-on activities designed just for children ages 3–5, accompanied by an adult. (Please, no additional siblings). These activities, all of which can be replicated at home, are designed to entertain and educate your little ones.

WEE STEM Last Thursday of every month.9:30am–10:00am

What is STEM? Science, Engineering, Technology and Math. This hands-on program is geared to let your 3–5 year old explore and ask questions. Your little ones will discover what works and what doesn’t as they perform a simple task. No registration required. Numbered tickets are available, beginning at 9:15am. Tickets are picked up on a first-come, first-served basis. You may only take tickets for your child(ren). (Ages 3–5)

SATURDAY SCOUTING Saturdays, September 9–May 19By appointment only. Please call to schedule at least 2 weeks prior to desired program date. Looking for fun ways to earn patches or badges? Come join us for an hour of hands-on activities that help meet scouting award requirements. Certificates of completion will be presented. (Physical patches/badges are not included.) Grades K-5.

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Voice mail registrations are not accepted.

FAMILY STORY TIMESMonday, January 15–Wednesday, April 11. No Story Times the week of April 2.

Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers with participating adult— 30 minutes

Numbered tickets are available beginning 15 minutes before each scheduled time. Tickets are picked up on a first-come, first-served basis each week. You may only take tickets for your child(ren) and yourself. Please attend only one story time session per week to make room for more children. Monday: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 7:00pm

Tuesday: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 7:00pm

Wednesday: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am

STEP-UP CLUBStep-Up Club starts Thursday, January 18 and ends on Thursday, April 12. No Step-Up Club the week of April 2.

4, 5, & 6 year olds on their own— 45 minutes

Numbered tickets are available, beginning 15 minutes before each scheduled time. Tickets are picked up on a first-come, first-served basis each week. You may only take tickets for your child(ren).Thursday: 10:00am, 1:30pm

Step-Up Club Firefighter Visit Thursday, March 8, 10:30am & 1:30pm

CHILDREN BUILD WITH BOOKS ALPL WINTER READING CHALLENGE Children’s DepartmentJanuary 3–March 30

Visit the Children’s Department after January 3 to pick up a reading log. As you read over the winter, fill out the log and return with it to add Lego blocks to the tower that will be on display in the department. Let’s see how tall we can go this year! Complete your reading log to receive an Applebee’s treat! One per person, while supplies last.

ADAPTED STORY TIME Story Time RoomSaturdays, 10:30am, January 27, March 24

Registration required at the Children’s desk or alpl.org beginning three weeks prior to each event.

Children with varying learning styles and abilities participate together in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences is encouraged. This 20 minute story time, followed by an open play time for socialization, is designed for children who may not be successful in a typical story time session. Content is geared for ages 3–7, but all ages are welcome with a participating adult. Siblings welcome.

MUSIC ENRICHMENT Story Time RoomMonday, February 12, 1:30pm–2:00pm Thursday, April 19, 7:00pm–7:30pm

Registration required at the Children’s desk or alpl.org beginning one week prior to each event.

Designed for children with special needs and their families, this fun and engaging music program is conducted by local Music on a Mission staff. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. Siblings welcome.

POKEMON OPEN PLAY Children’s Department Wednesdays, 4:00pm–6:00pm January 3, February 7, March 7, April 4

Bring your cards to play or trade with other kids. All Ages.

PAWS TO READ Story Time Room or Children’s Fiction

Saturdays, 10:00am–12:00pm, February 17, April 28 Wednesdays, 4:00pm–6:00pm, January 24, March 21

Registration required at the Children’s desk or alpl.org, beginning one week prior to each event.

Are you tired of reading to your mom or dad? Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read with a dog from Therapy Dogs International or Pet Partners. Dogs make the best listeners! Grades K–4.


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BOUNCE, WIGGLE, GIGGLE, CUDDLE! McMahan RoomNon-walking infants, ages 5 months and up with a caregiverFridays, 10:30am–11:30am, February 2, March 30 Thursdays, 6:30pm–7:30pm, March 1, April 26


Bounce, Wiggle, Giggle, CUDDLE! is a special class for our tiniest babies and their adult cuddlers. Join Miss Kim to sing songs, learn fun lap sits, and explore sensory activities designed to promote age-appropriate socialization and developmental growth. 30 minutes of activities and 30 minutes of open sensory play.

BOUNCE, WIGGLE, GIGGLE, RUN! McMahan Room Walking infants up to 24 months with a caregiverThursdays, 6:30pm–7:30pm, February 1, March 29 Fridays, 10:30am–11:30am, March 2, April 27


Can’t sit still? No problem. Bounce, Wiggle, Giggle, RUN! is a special class just for our wee walkers and their adult guest(s)! Join Miss Kim for an hour of fun as we sing songs, learn finger plays, use instruments and explore sensory activities designed to promote social interaction and stimulate developmental growth. 30 minutes of activities and 30 minutes of open sensory play.

LIBRARIANS-IN-TRAINING Children’s Department

Friday, January 12, 10:00am–3:00pmNo registration, drop in anytime starting at 10:00am.

Avon Lake schools may not be in session today, but library school sure is! Visit the Children’s Department to complete stations and learn about the skills needed to work in a library. Receive a special diploma and prize when you finish! Ages 4–11.

GET MOVING & GROOVING McMahan RoomSaturday, February 3, 10:30am–11:30am

Registration required at the Children’s desk or alpl.org beginning January 27.

Wear your comfy exercise gear & athletic shoes and be ready to have some fun while you work up a sweat! We will play fitness games, try some yoga poses, and do some energy blast dancing. Ages 6–10.

VALENTINE MAKE-N-TAKE CRAFT Children’s Tables

Saturday, February 10, 10:00am–4:00pm

Drop in and make a paper valentine for your sweetie. One per person, while supplies last.

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PAW PATROL ACADEMY Waugaman GalleryThursday, April 5, 2:00pm–3:00pm

Registration required, beginning Thursday, March 29.

Come learn what it takes to save the day like the rescue dogs of Adventure Bay! Train for missions just like all of the Paw Patrol pups, and earn your diploma! Ages 4–6, on their own.

OODLES OF ANIMALS ART PROGRAM Story Time Room

Wednesday, January 17, 7:00pm–8:00pm

Registration required at the Children’s Desk or alpl.org beginning Wednesday, January 10.

Join us for an hour of art featuring the designs of picture book author and illustrator Lois Ehlert. Create your own one-of-a-kind animal using different shapes, inspired by those in Ehlert’s book Oodles of Animals. Grades 3–5.

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PRESIDENT’S DAY CHOW! McMahan Room

Monday, February 19, 1:00pm–2:30pm

Register in person at the Children’s Desk beginning January 8. $5 per person for supplies. Payment must be made by February 9.

Join Chef Amee, from the Playing with Food and Dirt Cooking and Gardening School, to learn about the foods that kids ate when George Washington was president as well as some favorites of the Carter era. Try your hand at creating Martha Washington’s gingerbread cupcakes then fast forward to the presidency of Jimmy Carter to create a no-bake peanut butter crunch cookie. Brains & bellies will leave full!

MAGIC TREE HOUSE BOOK CLUB Story Time RoomWednesday, March 14, 7:00pm–8:00pm

Pick up a book and register at the Children’s desk, beginning Wednesday, February 14.

Calling all adventurers! This time around, we will be reading Leprechauns in Late Winter. Wear your green, shine your lucky penny, and be ready for both tricks and treasure! Grades 1–3.

READ WITH A FIREFIGHTER Children’s Tables

Monday, April 2, 10:00am–11:00am

There is no Family Story Time or Step-Up Club during Spring Break, but you can stop by the Children’s Department any time between 10:00am and 11:00am to meet an Avon Lake firefighter. Listen to a story or practice your own reading with him!

MR. ZAP’S WACKY BALLOON SHOW Waugaman Gallery

Tuesday, April 3, 1:00pm. Doors open at 12:50pm.

Join Bob Durante from Zap Entertainment for a fast-paced magic show done with balloons! Enjoy laugh out loud comedy, audience participation, amazing magic tricks, and maybe even a few popping balloons. All Ages.

CHILDREN’S GARDEN Story Time Room 2018 PLANNING SESSION Saturday, April 21, 10:00am–11:00am

Registration required at the Children’s Desk or alpl.org beginning April 14.

What do you want to grow this summer? Come add your voice as well as your garden-design, measuring, and math skills to our ALPL Children’s Garden. Get a sneak-peek at our Summer Reading 2018 plans. All Ages (kids younger than 6 must have a caregiver present).

THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINNA Great Lakes Theater Presentation Waugaman Gallery

Saturday, February 24, 10:00am–11:00am

Join the Great Lakes Theater Company for The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, adapted by Eric Schmiedl.

Two runaways - a boy and a slave – team up for adventure on the mighty Mississippi! On the journey, they learn lessons of integrity, dignity, and friendship. At turns dramatic then hilarious two performers and one storytelling troubadour play a dozen characters in this timeless tale. Recommended for students in grades 3–8.

PROJECT KINDERGARTEN Children’s TablesMonday, April 23–Friday, April 27

Starting kindergarten in the fall? Stop by the tables in the Children’s Department for fun activities that will reinforce the skills you’ll need for your upcoming kindergarten screening. Ages 4–5.

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LIBRARYMonday–Thursday 9:00am–9:00pmFriday & Saturday 9:00am–5:00pmSunday 1:00pm–5:00pm

DISCOVERYWORKS - DAYMonday–Thursday 10:30am–12:30pm 2:30pm–5:00pmFriday & Saturday 10:30am–12:30pm 2:30pm–4:30pm

DISCOVERYWORKS - EVENING

Monday & Tuesday 6:00pm–8:00pm

BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES

Betsey Bell, President

Cheryl Arnold

Holly Moore Kowalski

Stephen Lavelle

Rebecca Schaltenbrand

John Williams

METROPARKSTALK & WALKSundays, 2:00pm–3:30pm January 1 (Whitetail Deer), February 25 (Wildlife in Winter), March 18 (Invasive Species) April 15 (Earth Day, Every Day)

PRESCHOOL NATURE KIDSFridays, 10:00am–11:00am January 19 (Snow), February 16 (Animal Senses), March 16 (Spring Things), April 20 (Wildlife Babies)

Preschoolers with an adult companion will learn through crafts, short stories and a short hike, weather permitting. These programs are scheduled for the third Friday of each month.

WOODLAND WALKSEach and every Wednesday at 9:00 am until 10:30 am, join the Park staff for a hike through the Kopf Family Reservation. Meet at the trail head sign in the ALPL parking lot. Rides leave every 30 min. Registration is required at the Circulation desk or by calling 440.933.8128 x221.

ADMINISTRATIONWilliam Rutger, Director

Lorie Scheer, Fiscal Officer

Gerry Vogel, Assistant Director

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