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NorthCoast Community Woodshop Club

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Presentation

Waugaman Gallery
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Purpose of Meeting

Presentation

Winter Wonderland Week (while supplies last)

All Day 1/12 - 1/15
Children's Department at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Children

While supplies last. Pick up a winter-themed craft from the Children's department.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: CHILDREN
Event Details:

While supplies last. Pick up a winter-themed craft from the Children's department.

mug of spiced cider

Spiced Cider Take & Make Bags

All Day 1/12 - 1/18
Information Desk at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TEEN & TWEEN
Age Group:
Teens

Make your own mug of delicious spiced cider!  Pick up one of our take-and-make bag while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Information Desk
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TEEN & TWEEN
Event Details:

Make your own mug of delicious spiced cider!  Pick up one of our take-and-make bag while supplies last. 

ALHS logo

Avon Lake Historical Society Presents ...

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

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

This month, Sherry Spenzer talks about "Fashion Fatalities & Costume Casualties."

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, Sherry Spenzer talks about "Fashion Fatalities & Costume Casualties."

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.

Dr Zolli

Healthy Living Series: ASK A DOC: Nutrition: A Pillar of Health

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Everyone

Join Dr. Alex Zolli, M.D., with the Lorain County Community College, for a practical health series and ask the questions you've always wanted to ask. Also gain expert tips and ask questions to take charge of your everyday wellness! 

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Event Details:

Join Dr. Alex Zolli, M.D., with the Lorain County Community College, for a practical health series and ask the questions you've always wanted to ask. Also gain expert tips and ask questions to take charge of your everyday wellness! 

Crochet knit

Stitch Niche

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your knitting, sewing or crocheting project and enjoy the company and expertise of fellow needlework enthusiasts.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, sewing or crocheting project and enjoy the company and expertise of fellow needlework enthusiasts.  

Recipe

Bookin' and Cookin'

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

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

Jan. 13     Comfort food

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

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

Jan. 13     Comfort food

Main Floor Study Room Reservation

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Floor Study Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

study

Main Floor Study Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Main Floor Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

study

Addiction recovery

ConnectWell: Recognizing Addiction and Pathways to Treatment

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
online via ZOOM 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

In this 30-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn about how to recognize addiction in various forms and pathways to treatment. Content from the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database will be shared during the program.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: online via ZOOM 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

In this 30-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn about how to recognize addiction in various forms and pathways to treatment. Content from the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database will be shared during the program.

Navigating Today’s Internet for Seniors

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults

Everyday Online Essentials

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

Everyday Online Essentials

Open Mic Night

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT, MUSIC LESSONS, SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Join us for a night of local talent at our first Music Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or trying the stage for the first time, this is your chance to share your music in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: ADULT, MUSIC LESSONS, SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a night of local talent at our first Music Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or trying the stage for the first time, this is your chance to share your music in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Yoga Stories

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Children, Family

Ages 2-5 with a caregiver

Wednesdays: January 14, April 15, 10:30am 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: CHILDREN
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with a caregiver

Wednesdays: January 14, April 15, 10:30am 

Brownie Troop 50157

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Girl Scout Meeting for Brownie Troop

McMahan Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: McMahan Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Girl Scout Meeting for Brownie Troop

Daisy Troop 51032

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Girl Scouts (Daisy) meeting

The Lab
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: The Lab
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Girl Scouts (Daisy) meeting

Let's Play Chess

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Wide at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Everyone

All ages; kids under 8 must have a caregiver present

Drop in on Wednesday evenings and find a partner to play chess with. No registration.

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Library Wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CHILDREN
Event Details:

All ages; kids under 8 must have a caregiver present

Drop in on Wednesday evenings and find a partner to play chess with. No registration.

Avon Lake Community Council

Avon Lake Community Council Meeting

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Everyone

Avon Lake Community Council Meeting 

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Event Details:

Avon Lake Community Council Meeting 

Lego Imagineers

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Children

Use your creativity and imagination to complete a new Lego challenge each month! Legos provided; drop in anytime  starting at 3:30pm. Built creations remain at the Library. No registration required. Ages 4+ with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Children
Program Type: CHILDREN
Event Details:

Use your creativity and imagination to complete a new Lego challenge each month! Legos provided; drop in anytime  starting at 3:30pm. Built creations remain at the Library. No registration required. Ages 4+ with a caregiver.

Main Floor Study Room Reservation

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Floor Study Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

study

Main Floor Study Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Main Floor Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

study

Health literacy

ConnectWell: Health Literacy

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
online via ZOOM 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

In this 30-minute program from ConnectWell, learn how to access the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database via the Library's website and search for health information about a wide range of health conditions, as well as lifestyle medicine and h

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: online via ZOOM 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

In this 30-minute program from ConnectWell, learn how to access the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database via the Library's website and search for health information about a wide range of health conditions, as well as lifestyle medicine and h

Library book club

In Context: A Current Events Book Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

If you like reading and talking about current events, please join us for this all-new book club.

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

If you like reading and talking about current events, please join us for this all-new book club.

Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your ukulele and jam with other ukulele strummers. Open to all players.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Bring your ukulele and jam with other ukulele strummers. Open to all players.

DiscoveryWorks Tinker Time (All ages)

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
DiscoveryWorks Classroom at DiscoveryWorks
Program Type:
DISCOVERYWORKS
Age Group:
Children, Family

Join us in The Lab to take on our makerspace challenge of the day!  Use a variety of tools and materials to think, design and invent. 

Library Branch: DiscoveryWorks
Room: DiscoveryWorks Classroom
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: DISCOVERYWORKS
Event Details:

Join us in The Lab to take on our makerspace challenge of the day!  Use a variety of tools and materials to think, design and invent. 

Jon Keppel

Life Art

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
online via ZOOM at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Life Art for All! is a live webinar presentation by Jon Keppel that explores the concept of “life art”—a unique and evolving approach to living with intention, creativity, and meaning.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: online via ZOOM
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Registration Required
Event Details:
Life Art for All! is a live webinar presentation by Jon Keppel that explores the concept of “life art”—a unique and evolving approach to living with intention, creativity, and meaning.