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Stitch Niche

Monday, May 13, 2024 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 projects and enjoy the company of fellow needlework enthusiasts with expert assistance from instructor Valerie Dillard. 

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bookin' and Cookin'

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 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.  May 14   ...

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. 

May 14         Flavorful Rice

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Environmentally Speaking: The Impact of Environmental Challenges on the Avon Lake Power Plant Redevelopment Project

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Avon Lake City Council member Rob Shahmir will present four critical topics related to environmental challenges associated with industrial sites. In particular, the aim of the pres...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 63
Event Details:

Avon Lake City Council member Rob Shahmir will present four critical topics related to environmental challenges associated with industrial sites.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

PDF Documents

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Tuesdays with Technology:

Twice a month library computer technician Maxx Mittelstadt will cover a technology topic. Always check the library calendar for upcoming topics. 

Event Details:

The Portable Document Format aka PDF is the main way digital documents are shared in today’s world. This class will cover what a PDF is, how to sign a PDF document, how to make you...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: TECH HELP
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Twice a month library computer technician Maxx Mittelstadt will cover a technology topic. Always check the library calendar for upcoming topics. 

The Portable Document Format aka PDF is the main way digital documents are shared in today’s world.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Erie Shores Photography Club presents

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 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 and presentation on ...

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

Erie Shores Photography Club meeting and presentation on ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ALPL Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming? Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM. This event is open to everyone wh...

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

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming?

Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM.

This event is open to everyone who plays a Ukulele!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Beginning Guitar Lesson I

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Beginner Guitar Lesson I - Learn basics of Guitar playing

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: McMahan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: MUSIC LESSONS
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Beginner Guitar Lesson I - Learn basics of Guitar playing

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lakeshore Writers Group

Monday, May 20, 2024 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. By special request a MAY MEETING! We...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Ohio Means Jobs - Office Hours

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Mezzanine at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Lorain County Workforce Development Agency staff will be at ALPL on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 1-4:30pm. Staff will also maintain a board of job postings in our north e...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Mezzanine
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: ADULT
Event Details:

Lorain County Workforce Development Agency staff will be at ALPL on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 1-4:30pm.

Staff will also maintain a board of job postings in our north entrance.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Disney Travel - Getaway Gals and Pals

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

May 22: The topic will focus on all things Disney. Amy, our library Disney expert will share all the tips and tricks you need to take away the stress and ensure you enjoy the Most ...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

May 22: The topic will focus on all things Disney.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

5-Week Adult Intro to Ukulele

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Instructor Jane Youel will assist beginning ukulele players with learning how to play the ukulele. Members of this event are invited and encouraged to stay for the regular Thursday...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: McMahan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: MUSIC LESSONS
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Instructor Jane Youel will assist beginning ukulele players with learning how to play the ukulele. Members of this event are invited and encouraged to stay for the regular Thursday night, Ukulele Jammers sessions.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ALPL Guitar Jam

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cable at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sessions led by Chuck Heindrichs.  Bring your guitar, capo and music stand and jam with other guitarists. Songs used are well known 50's, 60's, 70's compositions and more.&...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Cable
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: MUSIC LESSONS
Event Details:

Sessions led by Chuck Heindrichs.  Bring your guitar, capo and music stand and jam with other guitarists.

Songs used are well known 50's, 60's, 70's compositions and more.  Music provided by Chuck and ALPL.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ALPL Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming? Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM. This event is open to everyone wh...

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

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming?

Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM.

This event is open to everyone who plays a Ukulele!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

5-Week Adult Intro to Ukulele

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Instructor Jane Youel will assist beginning ukulele players. Members of this are invited and encouraged to stay for the regular Thursday night, Ukulele Jammers sessions. 

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

Instructor Jane Youel will assist beginning ukulele players. Members of this are invited and encouraged to stay for the regular Thursday night, Ukulele Jammers sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ALPL Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming? Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM. This event is open to everyone wh...

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

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming?

Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM.

This event is open to everyone who plays a Ukulele!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (8-12)" group.

Summer Reading Club

All Day 6/1 - 8/3
Library Wide at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT, CHILDREN, TEEN & TWEEN
Age Group:
Adults, Children, Teens, Tweens (8-12)
Event Details:

Pick up a reading log* at the Children's or Info desk to track your summer reading and win prizes!  Raffle prizes will be drawn on Monday, August 5 at noon.   *Re...

Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Library Wide
Age Group: Adults, Children, Teens, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: ADULT, CHILDREN, TEEN & TWEEN
Event Details:

Pick up a reading log* at the Children's or Info desk to track your summer reading and win prizes!  Raffle prizes will be drawn on Monday, August 5 at noon.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

What’s Inside a PC?

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakeshore Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
TECH HELP
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Tuesdays with Technology:

Twice a month library computer technician Maxx Mittelstadt will cover a technology topic. Always check the library calendar for upcoming topics. 

Event Details:

Come to this class if you want to really learn how a computer works. This class is essential if you're wanting to buy a new computer or wanting to build your own. Will be going ove...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Lakeshore Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: TECH HELP
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Twice a month library computer technician Maxx Mittelstadt will cover a technology topic. Always check the library calendar for upcoming topics. 

Come to this class if you want to really learn how a computer works. This class is essential if you're wanting to buy a new computer or wanting to build your own.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Cleveland Indians’ 10-Cent Beer Night Riot

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The national reaction to Cleveland’s 10-Cent Beer Night riot in 1974 was, naturally, one of absolute horror. Who ever thought a 10-cent beer promotion was a good idea? Actually — o...

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

The national reaction to Cleveland’s 10-Cent Beer Night riot in 1974 was, naturally, one of absolute horror. Who ever thought a 10-cent beer promotion was a good idea?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Travel Apps - Getaway Gals and Pals

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

June 5: The topic will focus on apps you can use on your phone or tablet to make your travels easier. From planning, location-specific apps, or post-travel memories, Mari...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

June 5: The topic will focus on apps you can use on your phone or tablet to make your travels easier. From planning, location-specific apps, or post-travel memories, Maria and Amy will show you how to maximi

This event is in the "Adults" group.

5-Week Adult Intro to Ukulele

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Instructor Jane Youel will assist beginning ukulele players. Members of this are invited and encouraged to stay for the regular Thursday night, Ukulele Jammers sessions. 

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

Instructor Jane Youel will assist beginning ukulele players. Members of this are invited and encouraged to stay for the regular Thursday night, Ukulele Jammers sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ALPL Ukulele Jammers

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
MUSIC LESSONS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming? Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM. This event is open to everyone wh...

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

Like to play a Ukulele and know basic chords and strumming?

Then come and join with the ALPL Ukulele Jammers every Thursday evening, 7-8 PM.

This event is open to everyone who plays a Ukulele!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Swap It!: Craft Supplies

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Is your craft closet overflowing? Decided not to make that project after all? Bring your surplus craft supplies to the craft swap and just drop them off or take home something new!...

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

Is your craft closet overflowing? Decided not to make that project after all? Bring your surplus craft supplies to the craft swap and just drop them off or take home something new! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stitch Niche

Monday, June 10, 2024 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 projects and enjoy the company of fellow needlework enthusiasts. Expert assistance from our instructor, Valerie Dillard. 

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting or sewing projects and enjoy the company of fellow needlework enthusiasts. Expert assistance from our instructor, Valerie Dillard. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (8-12)" group.

Chalk it Up! DiscoveryWorks Unplugged

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Parking Lot at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
DISCOVERYWORKS
Age Group:
Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Teens, Tweens (8-12)
Event Details:

Chalk it Up! Come watch chalk artist Monica Kimmell create an eye catching 3D illustration on the library sidewalk. Would you like to create your own work of art? Reserve a side...

Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Teens, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: DISCOVERYWORKS
Required
Seats Remaining: 95
Event Details:

Chalk it Up!