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Adult Weekly Poetry Pages: Ode - National Poetry Month

All Day 4/19 - 4/25
Information Desk at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Head over to the Information Desk to pick up the packet of materials to write your very own poems! We will have a new poetic form each week for patrons to try.

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

Head over to the Information Desk to pick up the packet of materials to write your very own poems! We will have a new poetic form each week for patrons to try.

zinnias @ Avon Lake Public Library

Take and Make Garden Projects: Zinnias

All Day 4/20 - 4/26
Information Desk at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Zinnias are easy to grow and provide blooms all summer long---they're perfect for cut flower arrangements and bees love them.

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

Zinnias are easy to grow and provide blooms all summer long---they're perfect for cut flower arrangements and bees love them.

Bingocize

Bingocize

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Bingocize is a 10-week health promotion program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercise and content on nutrition. Play bingo, exercise and meet new people 

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

Bingocize is a 10-week health promotion program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercise and content on nutrition. Play bingo, exercise and meet new people 

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

ALPL Guitar Jam

Thursday, April 23, 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.

Stephanie Kramer, Presenter.

Poetry and Song: National Poetry Month

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Come join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating National Poetry Month with accomplished performer and musician Stephanie Kramer as she performs a selection of poems and songs.

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

Come join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating National Poetry Month with accomplished performer and musician Stephanie Kramer as she performs a selection of poems and songs.

Bingocize

Bingocize

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Bingocize is a 10-week health promotion program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercise and content on nutrition. Play bingo, exercise and meet new people 

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

Bingocize is a 10-week health promotion program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercise and content on nutrition. Play bingo, exercise and meet new people 

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

National Poetry Month ALPL Logo

Adult Weekly Poetry Pages: Sonnet - National Poetry Month

All Day 4/26 - 5/2
Information Desk at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Head over to the Information Desk to pick up the packet of materials to write your very own poems! We will have a new poetic form each week for patrons to try.

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

Head over to the Information Desk to pick up the packet of materials to write your very own poems! We will have a new poetic form each week for patrons to try.

I Will Find You by Harlan Coben

Spirit with a Twist Session 1

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 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.

 
In this breathtaking thriller from a New York Times bestselling author, an innocent father serving life for the murder of his own son receives evidence that his child may still be alive—and must break out of prison to
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Registration Required
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.

 
In this breathtaking thriller from a New York Times bestselling author, an innocent father serving life for the murder of his own son receives evidence that his child may still be alive—and must break out of prison to
I Will Find You by Harlan Coben

Spirit with a Twist Session 2

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 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.

 
In this breathtaking thriller from a New York Times bestselling author, an innocent father serving life for the murder of his own son receives evidence that his child may still be alive—and must break out of prison to
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Registration Required
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.

 
In this breathtaking thriller from a New York Times bestselling author, an innocent father serving life for the murder of his own son receives evidence that his child may still be alive—and must break out of prison to
Food without labels

ConnectWell: Food Without Labels

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
online via ZOOM 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

In this 45-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn about the many health risks of carrying extra weight. 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 45-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn about the many health risks of carrying extra weight. Content from the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database will be shared during the program. 

ESPC

Erie Shores Photography Club - Presentation

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Erie Shores Photography Club for a presentation on the First Wednesday of the Month, September through May. 

Public is Welcome.

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

Join the Erie Shores Photography Club for a presentation on the First Wednesday of the Month, September through May. 

Public is Welcome.

Stitch

Stitch Nitche

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Lab at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

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

recipe

Bookin' & Cookin'

Tuesday, May 12, 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

Healthy food

ConnectWell: Making Healthy Packaged Food Choices — Decoding Food Labels

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
online via ZOOM 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

In this 45-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn to read food labels and compare products side-by side. Bring packaged food items from your pantry to the session and we will decode the food label together.

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

In this 45-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn to read food labels and compare products side-by side. Bring packaged food items from your pantry to the session and we will decode the food label together.

Hair Loss Options

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Gina from Gina's Hair Salon and Wigs in Rocky River will discuss options for women experiencing hair loss. 

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

Gina from Gina's Hair Salon and Wigs in Rocky River will discuss options for women experiencing hair loss. 

ALPL Guitar Jam

Thursday, May 14, 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. 

Health literacy

ConnectWell: Health Literacy

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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

Anxious People

Tea Time Book club

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

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. This month's selection is Anxious People by Fredrik Backman.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Avon Lake Public Library
Room: Waugaman Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ADULT
Registration Required
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. This month's selection is Anxious People by Fredrik Backman.

Health literacy

ConnectWell: Portion Sizes at Home, Healthy Strategies for Eating Out, and Non-Food Rewards

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
online via ZOOM 1 at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

In this 45-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn to manage portion sizes and make healthy eating choices at home and when eating out. Ideas for non-food rewards for children and adults will also be discussed.

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

In this 45-minute webinar from ConnectWell, participants will learn to manage portion sizes and make healthy eating choices at home and when eating out. Ideas for non-food rewards for children and adults will also be discussed.

LSER book cover

A History of the Lakeshore Electric Railway

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahan Meeting Room at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about the role of the Lake Shore Electric Railway (LSE) in Avon Lake from 1890 to 1938, the economic development that it brought to the community, and its vestiges in the present day.

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

Learn about the role of the Lake Shore Electric Railway (LSE) in Avon Lake from 1890 to 1938, the economic development that it brought to the community, and its vestiges in the present day.

Book discussion

Nonfiction Readers' Circle: Evening Book Discussion Series

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Parke Conference 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: Parke Conference 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. 

ESPC

Erie Shore Photography Club - Automotive photography workshop

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Parking Lot at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Erie Shores Photography Club presents an automotive photography workshop.  Meet in the Library Parking lot at 6 pm.

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

Erie Shores Photography Club presents an automotive photography workshop.  Meet in the Library Parking lot at 6 pm.

card

Take and make paper craft Father's Day pop out card

05/26/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/30/2026 @ 5:00pm
Information Desk at Avon Lake Public Library
Program Type:
ADULT
Age Group:
Adults

Pick up instructions and supplies at the Information Desk for take and make at home. 

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

Pick up instructions and supplies at the Information Desk for take and make at home. 

ALPL Guitar Jam

Thursday, May 28, 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.