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DiscoveryWorks Tinker Time (All ages)

Friday, August 7, 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. 

DiscoveryWorks Brown Bag Science (Ages 3-5)

All Day
DiscoveryWorks Main at DiscoveryWorks
Program Type:
DISCOVERYWORKS
Age Group:
Children

Experiment, explore and create! Stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. These activities are designed for children ages 3-5, aided by an adult.

Library Branch: DiscoveryWorks
Room: DiscoveryWorks Main
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DISCOVERYWORKS
Event Details:

Experiment, explore and create! Stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. These activities are designed for children ages 3-5, aided by an adult.

DiscoveryWorks Brown Bag Science (Ages 6-7)

All Day
DiscoveryWorks Main at DiscoveryWorks
Program Type:
DISCOVERYWORKS
Age Group:
Children

Experiment, explore and create! Stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. These activities are designed for children ages 6-7, aided by an adult.

Library Branch: DiscoveryWorks
Room: DiscoveryWorks Main
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DISCOVERYWORKS
Event Details:

Experiment, explore and create! Stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. These activities are designed for children ages 6-7, aided by an adult.

DiscoveryWorks Brown Bag Science (Ages 8-11)

All Day
DiscoveryWorks Main at DiscoveryWorks
Program Type:
DISCOVERYWORKS
Age Group:
Children

Experiment, explore and create! Stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. These activities are designed for children ages 8-11.

Library Branch: DiscoveryWorks
Room: DiscoveryWorks Main
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DISCOVERYWORKS
Event Details:

Experiment, explore and create! Stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. These activities are designed for children ages 8-11.

Baby Time

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Story Time Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
STORY TIMES
Age Group:
Children

Non-walking infants ages 5 month and older with a participating adult.

Join Miss Misty for 20 minutes of bubbles, lap bounces, movement songs and instrument play perfect for cuddly babies.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STORY TIMES
Registration Required
Event Details:

Non-walking infants ages 5 month and older with a participating adult.

Join Miss Misty for 20 minutes of bubbles, lap bounces, movement songs and instrument play perfect for cuddly babies.

Toddler Time

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Children

Walkers up to 36 months with an adult

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

Walkers up to 36 months with an adult

ALPL Closed on Sundays until September 13, 2026

Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avon Lake Public Library, Curbside Pickup, DiscoveryWorks
Closing
Branches:
Avon Lake Public Library, Curbside Pickup, DiscoveryWorks

Tiny Art Show

08/11/2026 @ 9:00am to 08/31/2026 @ 9:00pm
Library Wide at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MULTI-AGES
Age Group:
Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Teens, Tweens (8-12)

Tiny Art Show
All Ages
Kit Pickup Beginning: Fri., Jul. 10
Submission Deadline: Aug. 8

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Library Wide
Age Group: Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Teens, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: MULTI-AGES
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tiny Art Show
All Ages
Kit Pickup Beginning: Fri., Jul. 10
Submission Deadline: Aug. 8

recipe

Bookin' & Cookin'

Tuesday, August 11, 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 sample our culinary creations and exchange recipes. 

May 12:     Cinco de Mayo Celebration

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 sample our culinary creations and exchange recipes. 

May 12:     Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Open Mic Night

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC 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.

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: MUSIC PROGRAMS
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.

DiscoveryWorks Explorers (Ages 8-11)

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
DISCOVERYWORKS
Age Group:
Children

Experiment, explore, create! Join us for an hour of hands-on science and art activities in The Lab. Ages 8-11. 

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

Experiment, explore, create! Join us for an hour of hands-on science and art activities in The Lab. Ages 8-11. 

Hidden Talents: Staff Art Showcase

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MULTI-AGES
Age Group:
Everyone

Did you know our staff had talents beyond the Library? Join us for an evening of art and creativity while exploring the imagination of our very own ALPL staff.

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: MULTI-AGES
Event Details:

Did you know our staff had talents beyond the Library? Join us for an evening of art and creativity while exploring the imagination of our very own ALPL staff.

ALPL Guitar Jam

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT, MUSIC PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your guitar and jam with Chuck Heindrichs, Tom Riley and other guitarists. 

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

Bring your guitar and jam with Chuck Heindrichs, Tom Riley and other guitarists. 

Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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

Yoga Buddies

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Children, Family

Join kids’ yoga instructor Kate Matos for some movement and poses to help you bend, stretch, bond, and breathe with your little one! Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and a water bottle. 

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

Join kids’ yoga instructor Kate Matos for some movement and poses to help you bend, stretch, bond, and breathe with your little one! Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and a water bottle. 

Herbivore Gardening 101

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Mary's Children's Garden at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TEEN & TWEEN
Age Group:
Teens, Tweens (8-12)

It’s a herbivore takeover of the Children’s Garden! Join us in planting and learning about all those great veggies that herbivores can’t get enough of.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Mary's Children's Garden
Age Group: Teens, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: TEEN & TWEEN
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s a herbivore takeover of the Children’s Garden! Join us in planting and learning about all those great veggies that herbivores can’t get enough of.

Adult Beginner Guitar Lessons

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults

A three-session beginner guitar course designed for adults who are new to the instrument or want to refresh their skills.

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

A three-session beginner guitar course designed for adults who are new to the instrument or want to refresh their skills.

ALPL Closed on Sundays until September 13, 2026

Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avon Lake Public Library, Curbside Pickup, DiscoveryWorks
Closing
Branches:
Avon Lake Public Library, Curbside Pickup, DiscoveryWorks

Home Wi-Fi Setup

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults

Discussing the newest and latest wi-fi technology. Will be going over the steps of how to connect a home with full house wi-fi. 

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

Discussing the newest and latest wi-fi technology. Will be going over the steps of how to connect a home with full house wi-fi. 

Book discussion

Nonfiction Readers' Circle: Evening Book Discussion Series

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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. 

Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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

ALPL Closed on Sundays until September 13, 2026

Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avon Lake Public Library, Curbside Pickup, DiscoveryWorks
Closing
Branches:
Avon Lake Public Library, Curbside Pickup, DiscoveryWorks

Polka Jam

Monday, August 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Polka Pirates monthly to jam and enjoy all kinds of accordion music. Other polka style instruments are welcome. Polka enthusiasts are invited to come and listen too!

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

Join the Polka Pirates monthly to jam and enjoy all kinds of accordion music. Other polka style instruments are welcome. Polka enthusiasts are invited to come and listen too!

Intro to Windows 11

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults

Windows 11 in here and you need to learn about it. Class covers all the basics to navigate the ins and outs of the lastest operating system Windows 11.

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

Windows 11 in here and you need to learn about it. Class covers all the basics to navigate the ins and outs of the lastest operating system Windows 11.