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Winter Readers: Hibernate with a Good Book

All Day 1/2 - 2/28
Children's Department at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
CHILDREN
Age Group:
Children, Tweens (8-12)

Ages 0-12 Visit the Children's department beginning Jan. 2 to pick up a reading log. After reading for 10 days, bring the log to the library to collect a sticker. Complete 40 days of reading to receive your very own adorable stuffed toy.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: CHILDREN
Event Details:

Ages 0-12 Visit the Children's department beginning Jan. 2 to pick up a reading log. After reading for 10 days, bring the log to the library to collect a sticker. Complete 40 days of reading to receive your very own adorable stuffed toy.

Main Floor Study Room Reservation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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

Lower Level Study Room 1 Reservation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Lower Level Study Room 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

study

Lower Level Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lower Level Study Room 1
Purpose of Meeting

study

Lower Level Study Room 2 Reservation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Study Room 2 at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

tutoring

Lower Level Study Room 2
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lower Level Study Room 2
Purpose of Meeting

tutoring

Main Floor Study Room Reservation

Thursday, January 8, 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

Lower Level Study Room 1 Reservation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lower Level Study Room 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Writing workshop

Lower Level Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lower Level Study Room 1
Purpose of Meeting

Writing workshop

Main Floor Study Room Reservation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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

ALPL Guitar Jam

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

Bring your guitar and music stand and jam with other guitarists.

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

Bring your guitar and music stand and jam with other guitarists.

Kathryn Lake Hogan

Discover Your Past: What's in Your Canadian Genealogy Toolbox?

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
online via ZOOM at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Professional genealogist Kathryn Lake Hogan shares the top websites to research your ancestors in Canada.

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

Professional genealogist Kathryn Lake Hogan shares the top websites to research your ancestors in Canada.

Avon Lake Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Board of Trustee Meeting

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

Board of Trustee Meeting

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.

Guitar Lessons

Adult Beginner Guitar Lessons

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Beginner Guitar Lessons:

Learn how to hold the acoustic guitar, play with a guitar pick and start playing some guitar riffs.

A three session beginner guitar course designed for adults who are new to the instrument or want to refresh their skills. During these basic acoustic guitar lessons, you'll leave class being able to play a few basic guitar riffs and chords.

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

Learn how to hold the acoustic guitar, play with a guitar pick and start playing some guitar riffs.

A three session beginner guitar course designed for adults who are new to the instrument or want to refresh their skills. During these basic acoustic guitar lessons, you'll leave class being able to play a few basic guitar riffs and chords.

Music & Movement

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

All ages with a participating adult

Join us for an interactive program designed to get little ones moving and grooving with singing, dancing, and playing with rhythm instruments.

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

All ages with a participating adult

Join us for an interactive program designed to get little ones moving and grooving with singing, dancing, and playing with rhythm instruments.

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 bags 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 bags while supplies last. 

ALHS logo

Avon Lake Historical Society Presents Fashion Fatilities and Costume Casualties

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."

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

Lower Level Study Room 1 Reservation

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lower Level Study Room 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Writing workshop

Lower Level Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lower Level Study Room 1
Purpose of Meeting

Writing workshop

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.  

Piccolo Place HOA

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Parke Conference Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

HOA annual meeting

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

HOA annual meeting

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