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Navigating the Teen Years

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Lisa Goodwin, Director of Prevention Services and Community Education at Riveon Mental Health and Recovery to gain insight to the development of the adolescent brain and why a...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Join Lisa Goodwin, Director of Prevention Services and Community Education at Riveon Mental Health and Recovery to gain insight to the development of the adolescent brain and why adolescents are more susceptible to engaging in risky behaviors such

Book discussion

Nonfiction Readers' Circle: Evening Book Discussion Series

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading biographies or books about history, science, philosophy, travel? This group is for YOU! We talk about all kinds of non-fiction books. Bring one of your favorit...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading biographies or books about history, science, philosophy, travel? This group is for YOU! We talk about all kinds of non-fiction books. Bring one of your favorites and tell us why you liked it. 

The Wrong Hands by Mark Billingham

Cuppas and Coppers Session 1

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Cuppas & Coppers:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

Event Details:

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a hands...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans.

The Wrong Hands by Mark Billingham

Cuppas and Coppers Session 2

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Cuppas & Coppers:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

Event Details:

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a hands...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans.

Disclaimer(s)

NOTE: This event requires the use of stairs. It is not recommended for patrons with mobility issues. The Library elevator is out-of-service for the foreseeable future, and we apologize for the inconvenience. 

ESPC

Erie Shores Photography Club : Competition Night

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Erie Shores Photography Club Meeting & Competition NightPublic welcome  

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Erie Shores Photography Club Meeting & Competition Night

Public welcome 

 

Avon Lake PTA Council Meeting

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults, Family
Event Details:

Avon Lake PTA Council Meeting

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Avon Lake PTA Council Meeting

Stephen Wendt

Discover Your Past: Reconstructing Your Ancestors' Lives

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
online via ZOOM at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this workshop, gain the skills necessary to potentially transform a particular ancestor from a basic sketch into a life-like portrayal. Genealogist Stephen Wendt's personal case...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: online via ZOOM
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 590
Event Details:

In this workshop, gain the skills necessary to potentially transform a particular ancestor from a basic sketch into a life-like portrayal.

Lakeshore Writers Group

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join a group of friendly aspiring writers, published authors, part-time poets -- anyone who wants to learn from others and share their work. Your host and facilitator is Tina Ba...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join a group of friendly aspiring writers, published authors, part-time poets -- anyone who wants to learn from others and share their work.

Disclaimer(s)

The Avon Lake Public Library does not endorse the views expressed by any group or individual, using its meeting rooms, but does endorse the right of those groups or individuals to express their views so long as they abide by the policies and rules, governing the use of library meeting rooms and confirm to local community standards of decency.

Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman

Spirits with a Twist Session 1

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Spirits with a Twist:

Each month we'll have a lively discussion about a novel with a surprise "twist" in the plot. Books will be available at the Information Desk or via Hoopla.

Event Details:

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a hands...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Each month we'll have a lively discussion about a novel with a surprise "twist" in the plot. Books will be available at the Information Desk or via Hoopla.

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans.

Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman

Spirits with a Twist Session 2

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Spirits with a Twist:

Each month we'll have a lively discussion about a novel with a surprise "twist" in the plot. Books will be available at the Information Desk or via Hoopla.

Event Details:

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a hands...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Each month we'll have a lively discussion about a novel with a surprise "twist" in the plot. Books will be available at the Information Desk or via Hoopla.

If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?   Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans.

eBay

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Navigate the world of Technology with our IT Support technician as he walks you through various topics. Going over how to use a Roku. Reviewing the most popular video streamin...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: TECH HELP
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Navigate the world of Technology with our IT Support technician as he walks you through various topics. 

Going over how to use a Roku. Reviewing the most popular video streaming apps and free programs available. 

ESPC

Erie Shores Photography Club

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Erie Shores Photography Club Meeting Public welcome   

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Erie Shores Photography Club Meeting

Public welcome 

 

Asian Beetle

Avon on the Lake Garden Club presents The Beauty of Balance

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Beauty of Balance:  Using Integrated Pest Management to promote a healthy garden and a Healthy Environment. A multifaceted approach to managing pests and diseases in th...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

The Beauty of Balance:  Using Integrated Pest Management to promote a healthy garden and a Healthy Environment.

ALHS logo

Avon Lake Historical Society Presents ...

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Avon Lake Historical Society is pleased to bring you monthly historical programming in partnership with ALPL. This month, Pioneers of Lorain County is presented by Beryl Prusino...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Avon Lake Historical Society is pleased to bring you monthly historical programming in partnership with ALPL.

This month, Pioneers of Lorain County is presented by Beryl Prusinoski.

Disclaimer(s)

The Avon Lake Public Library does not endorse the views expressed by any group or individual, using its meeting rooms, but does endorse the right of those groups or individuals to express their views so long as they abide by the policies and rules, governing the use of library meeting rooms and confirm to local community standards of decency.

Knit/crochet

Stitch Niche

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting or sewing project and enjoy the company of fellow needlework enthusiasts with instructor Valerie Dillard.

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting or sewing project and enjoy the company of fellow needlework enthusiasts with instructor Valerie Dillard.

recipe

Bookin' and Cookin'

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Select and prepare a themed recipe (8-10 servings) from the Library's cookbook collection, and we'll sample our culinary creations and exchange recipes. Feb. 11:    ...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Select and prepare a themed recipe (8-10 servings) from the Library's cookbook collection, and we'll sample our culinary creations and exchange recipes. 

Feb. 11:       Go GREEN

Chromebook Basics

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Navigate the world of Technology with our IT Support technician as he walks you through various topics. Going over how to use a Roku. Reviewing the most popular video streamin...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: TECH HELP
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Navigate the world of Technology with our IT Support technician as he walks you through various topics. 

Going over how to use a Roku. Reviewing the most popular video streaming apps and free programs available. 

Brian Rhinehart, professional genealogist

Discover Your Past: "I Have a Civil War Ancestor . . . Now What?"

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
online via ZOOM at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Civil War soldiers often left a rich genealogical paper trail. Many of these records are tucked away at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Professional genealogist Brian Rhi...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: online via ZOOM
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 591
Event Details:

Civil War soldiers often left a rich genealogical paper trail. Many of these records are tucked away at the National Archives in Washington, D.C.

caraway, spice of the month

Spice of the Month Take and Make: Caraway

All Day 2/17 - 2/23
Information Desk at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Spice of the Month Club is a great way to try out new spices! Patrons will receive a sample of each month's spice, recipes featuring that spice, library resources where you can...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

The Spice of the Month Club is a great way to try out new spices!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee food served has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Lakeshore Writers Group

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join a group of friendly aspiring writers, published authors, part-time poets -- anyone who wants to learn from others and share their work. Your host and facilitator is Tina Ba...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join a group of friendly aspiring writers, published authors, part-time poets -- anyone who wants to learn from others and share their work.

Disclaimer(s)

The Avon Lake Public Library does not endorse the views expressed by any group or individual, using its meeting rooms, but does endorse the right of those groups or individuals to express their views so long as they abide by the policies and rules, governing the use of library meeting rooms and confirm to local community standards of decency.

The Music of Bees

Tea Time Book Club

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. The selection of this month is The Music of...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

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. The selection of this month is The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin.

Book discussion

Nonfiction Readers' Circle: Evening Book Discussion Series

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading biographies or books about history, science, philosophy, travel? This group is for YOU! We talk about all kinds of non-fiction books. Bring one of your favorit...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: McMahan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading biographies or books about history, science, philosophy, travel? This group is for YOU! We talk about all kinds of non-fiction books. Bring one of your favorites and tell us why you liked it. 

None of This is True by Lisa Jewell

Cuppas and Coppers Session 1

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Cuppas & Coppers:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

Event Details:

Celebrating her birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summers crosses paths with a woman called Josie Fair. A few days later, Alix and Josie bump into each other outside Alix's...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

Celebrating her birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summers crosses paths with a woman called Josie Fair. A few days later, Alix and Josie bump into each other outside Alix's children's school.

None of This is True by Lisa Jewell

Cuppas and Coppers Session 2

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Cuppas & Coppers:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

Event Details:

Celebrating her birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summers crosses paths with a woman called Josie Fair. A few days later, Alix and Josie bump into each other outside Alix's...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Sit down and enjoy a cuppa (British slang for a cup of coffee or tea) while discussing books by British authors featuring coppers from various walks of life.

Celebrating her birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summers crosses paths with a woman called Josie Fair. A few days later, Alix and Josie bump into each other outside Alix's children's school.