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A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies for ages 5 to 8. Preregistration required.
Fancy yourself an adventurer? Dive into the fantastical world of D&D to become the hero or villain you were always destined to become. All levels of experience welcome.
Join our resident Dungeon Master for our monthly D&D campaign and become the legend you were always meant to be. For ages 9 to 13. Preregistration required.
A beginner's series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 9 to 12. Preregistration required.
School-age children are invited to learn all about the marvels of monarch butterfly migration and create their own monarch wings. Dress for a mess. Preregistration required.
Learn the basic functions and operation of a Cricut cutting machine. We will use simple one-color examples to learn Cricut Design Space. Must already be comfortable with computers and familiar with common types of graphic files.Preregistration required.
Celebrate the legacies of Black artists by learning about their work and creating a project inspired by their artform.
Learn some basic principles of why things get cold, then use your knowledge to make fresh ice cream! Intended for early grade school children and their caregivers. Preregistration required.
Music, movement activities and play will accompany nature-themed stories. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. Weather permitting. This event takes place at Every Child's Playground: 36265 Detroit Rd., Avon
Step into the world of controlled environment agriculture with Miss Sally from the OSU Lorain Extension. Explore how greenhouses grow food year-round and create your own self-sustaining terrarium. For ages 8 to 12. Preregistration required.
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
Join us for a tour of the Columbia Township Fire Department, crafts and a special firetruck-themed snack. We'll meet at the library before walking over to the fire station together. For families with children ages 3 to 9. Preregistration required.
An instructor from Young Rembrandts will demonstrate how to break complex objects into foundational shapes. Kids will learn how to deconstruct and reconstruct images to increase their drawing skills. For ages 6 to 11. Registration required.
Fancy yourself an adventurer? Dive into the fantastical world of D&D to become the hero or villain you were always destined to become. All levels of experience welcome.
Give your phone a little extra personality by creating a beaded charm. For ages 12 and up. Preregistration required.
Celebrate Kpop music with trivia, crafts and snacks.
Families can decorate a laser cut craft together. All supplies provided.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
School-age children are invited to learn about artist and icon Frida Kahlo, then paint a self-portrait inspired by her work. Preregistration required.
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Children ages 5 to 12 can read to a therapy dog for a 20-minute session. Call the library at 440-327-8326 to register.
A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 9 to 12. Preregistration required.
Fancy yourself an adventurer? Dive into the fantastical world of D&D to become the hero or villain you were always destined to become. All levels of experience welcome.
Ghouls of all ages, join in for a fright night of undead games, zombie trivia and a crash course in zombie makeup. Braaaaaaaains will be served!
Bumble & Flow Kids Yoga introduces families to yoga through sessions that include poses and mindfulness practices through literacy, play, music, arts and crafts and discussions. Preregistration required.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
Learn about the Create Space and make your own fidget toy! Preregistration required.
Join fellow fans for an evening of anime, games and snacks. For ages 12 and up.
A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Preregistration required.
Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to read to a therapy dog in the library. Please call to register your child for a specific 20-minute reading time. Bring a book or come early and select one to read.
A hands-on workshop to learn the basics of paper engineering, as well as the shapes and foundations of pop-up book making. Preregistration required.
Unleash your creativity and decorate your very own felt crown. Preregistration required.
Make a ghost garland using fall fabrics! Preregistration required.
Explore programming, robotics, digital art and electronics in a fun, collaborative environment. For ages 9 and up. Preregistration required.
Join other teens interested in writing to learn, share, discuss and write. For ages 9 and up.
Music, movement activities and play will accompany nature-themed stories. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. Weather permitting. This event takes place at Every Child's Playground: 36265 Detroit Rd., Avon
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Each week will feature a short presentation about a specific sub-genre of horror, followed by a film showing, discussion and light refreshments. Oct. 9; Creature Features Oct. 16; Dystopia Oct. 23; Haunted Houses Oct. 30; Zombies
Children ages 5 to 12 can read to a therapy dog for a 20-minute session. Call the library at 440-327-8326 to register.
Celebrate Sweetest Day with heartwarming stories, literacy games, crafts and sweet-themed activities perfect for young readers. Children will enjoy candy-inspired tales while building early literacy skills through interactive play and creativity.
Learn the basics of the iconic trading card game Magic: The Gathering. Cast spells and summon powerful creatures in the mystical planes to become the strongest wizard! For new or beginner players.
Teens grade 7 and up are invited to join our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and use their voice to help shape teen activities, programs, spaces, and opportunities at the Avon Branch Library. No application required and all are welcome. Community service hours and light refreshments are provided.
Join fellow fans for an evening of anime, manga and light refreshments. For ages 12 and up.
A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 9 to 12. Preregistration required.
Learn basic screen-printing techniques using prepared screens and bleach product to create a D a de lose Muertos skull (calaveras) or a monarch butterfly motif t-shirt to take home. Dress for a mess. Preregistration required.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
Evil Dr. Frankenstein is back and creating more horrific creations! Can you solve the clues and put a stop to his plans? Or will you become an experiment yourself? For ages 12 and up.
Families with school-age children will explore different science, technology, engineering, art and math topics with hands-on activities. Preregistration required.
Explore programming, digital art and electronics in a fun, collaborative environment. For ages 9 and up. Preregistration required.
School-age children are invited to learn about haikus and write their own inspired by the natural world around them.
Families with homeschooled children ages 5 and up will explore different science, technology, engineering, art and math topics with hands-on activities. Preregistration required.
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Each week will feature a short presentation about a specific sub-genre of horror, followed by a film showing, discussion and light refreshments. Oct. 9; Creature Features Oct. 16; Dystopia Oct. 23; Haunted Houses Oct. 30; Zombies
Join fellow gamers to compete for a small prize and the title of Super Smash Bros. Champion. Open to ages 10 and up. Preregistration required.
Make your own unique button with the use of collage techniques.
A story time and craft for children with varying learning styles and abilities. While content is geared for ages 3 to 7, all ages are welcome. Preregistration required.
Get ready for a silly story time and crafts featuring Todd Parr's beloved book, an ooey-gooey mac and cheese snack, and the chance to adopt your very own monster friend to take home. Costumes are encouraged! For ages 3 to 7. Preregistration required.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
A beginner's series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 9 to 12. Preregistration required.
Explore pumpkins inside and out through hands-on science experiments and activities. For ages 5 to 12. Dress for a mess.
Families with children 5 and up will explore different science, technology, engineering, art and math topics with hands-on activities. Preregistration required.
Explore concepts of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics through a spooktacular experiment!
Creep on over to our Minecraft Party for activities, crafts and games for all ages. Costumes are encouraged!
A sensory-friendly, seasonal celebration! Designed for children who need a quieter and less crowded environment. Preregistration required.
Music, movement activities and play will accompany nature-themed stories. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. Weather permitting. This event takes place at Every Child's Playground: 36265 Detroit Rd., Avon
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Each week will feature a short presentation about a specific sub-genre of horror, followed by a film showing, discussion and light refreshments. Oct. 9; Creature Features Oct. 16; Dystopia Oct. 23; Haunted Houses Oct. 30; Zombies
Join us for a "fairy" fun party and meet the enchanting Fairy Rose! We will listen to magical stories, make fairy crafts, and move our fairy wings through yoga and dance. Feel free to wear your fairy costumes and wings. For ages 4 to 9. Preregistration required.
Dress up in costume and celebrate the season with chilling stories, goofy games, freaky dances and terrifyingly tasty treats!
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
Using the Cricut and heat transfer vinyl, decorate your own treat bag to carry your candy in style! For families with children ages 9 and up. Preregistration required.
Use foam and fabric paint to design a squishy fidget-toy perfect for spooky-season. Dress for a mess.
Families can decorate a laser cut craft together. All supplies provided.
Children ages 5 and up and their adults will explore different science, technology, engineering, art and math topics with hands-on activities.
Join our resident Dungeon Master for our monthly D&D campaign and become the legend you were always meant to be. For ages 9 to 13. Preregistration required.
A beginner series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Preregistration required.
A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Preregistration required.
Celebrate the country s 250th anniversary by viewing a brief slideshow of what those in the past though the U.S. would look like today, then craft a handmade zine using different art supplies and magazine clippings of what you hope the world will look like in the future. All supplies provided. Preregistration required.
Families with children 5 and up will explore different science, technology, engineering, art and math topics with hands-on activities.
Celebrate the legacies of Black artists by learning about their work and creating a project inspired by their artform.
Learn a bit about how the human body moves, then build your own working monster hand using paper, straws and string! Intended for early grade school children and their caregivers. Preregistration required.
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Experience the magic of storytelling and celebrate the connection between books and films as this beloved adventure story "The Pagemaster," from the 90s comes to life on screen.
Each week will feature a short presentation about a specific sub-genre of horror, followed by a film showing, discussion and light refreshments. Oct. 9; Creature Features Oct. 16; Dystopia Oct. 23; Haunted Houses Oct. 30; Zombies
Learn to bake and decorate Halloween-themed chocolate cookies. For ages 13 to 19. Preregistration required.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.
A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies for ages 5 to 8. Preregistration required.
Join fellow fans for an evening of anime, games and snacks. For ages 12 and up.
Put your engineering skills and creativity to the test with a series of Lego challenges. For ages 6 and up. Preregistration required.
A beginner s series for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Preregistration required.
Crafting for ages 7 to 12. All supplies provided.
Learn how to make a no bake pumpkin cheesecake! Preregistration required.
Bring your friends and join us during our free gaming hours! For ages 12 and up.
Learn the basics of the iconic trading card game Magic: The Gathering. Cast spells and summon powerful creatures in the mystical planes to become the strongest wizard! For new or beginner players.
Make your own woven wall hanging with yarn and beads using the basics of weaving. Preregistration required.
Compete for the title of Mario Kart Champion and the chance to win a small prize! Recommended for ages 10 and up. Preregistration required.
Fancy yourself an adventurer? Dive into the fantastical world of D&D to become the hero or villain you were always destined to become. All levels of experience welcome.
Bumble & Flow Kids Yoga introduces families to yoga through sessions that include poses and mindfulness practices through literacy, play, music, arts and crafts and discussions. Preregistration required.
Work on a mystery craft after school. All supplies provided.