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Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 2-6, but all ages are welcome. A parade aftter the story time. No registration is required.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
off site story time
Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners.
Children ages 6 months to 5 years are welcome to attend this storytime at Lake Branch. Enjoy stories, music, rhymes and a craft. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration.
Children attend without an adult. Open to those ages 3-6. Children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
off site story time
offsite story time
Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners.
Children attend without an adult. Open to those ages 3-6. Children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.
Ages 6-11. Registration begins October 21st. Turkey trot your way to a fun Autumn crafting session! Little artists will transform simple jars into glowing Turkey Lanterns using colorful leaves made withThe HUB s Cricut Maker! This is a repeat of the November 4th program. One session per person. Due to demand, limited seating, and cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure. Inspired by this project? The HUB offers one-on-one makerspace appointments too! Click here for more information .
A monthly meeting of crafters and artists of all skill levels and ages. Bring whatever project you re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people. Second Wednesday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Families are welcome to join us for our pajama story time! Children may wear their snuggly Pj's while they enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, a craft and a snack. All ages welcome.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
off site story time
off site story time
A programme at Mentor Public Library.
Open to all ages. No registration needed. Join Fireman Dan, from the Mentor Fire Department, as he reads some fire related stories and offers tips on staying safe. Receive a raffle ticket for each time you attend for a chance to win pizza lunch with some firemen in December, 2026.
Join us for an interactive musical story time with music, singing, and stories. For children 5 and under. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
A programme at Mentor Public Library.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO MEETING. Ages 7-12. Each month we will explore a different historical period of the United States with crafts, activities, and a snack. AM250 Program
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Bring in your little one to explore their creativity! We'll provide the paper, paint and aprons - you provide the fun! Perfect for Pre-K ! Registration is not required, but space is limited inside the branch so there may be wait times. This activity is self-directed with limited interaction with staff.
This program encourages caregivers and kids to have fun clapping, marching and moving to music. Geared to ages 2-6. No registration necessary.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 11:00am-1:00pm. Book Now! Good Music • Family Fun • All Ages Welcome • Make Memories! Start your weekend with a BRIGHTER, MORE […]
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND STARTS OCTOBER 31ST. Movie rated PG. Geared toward families with children that can sit through a two-hour movie. Come watch a dinosaur themed children's movie to celebrate Dino-vember. Bring your lunch/snacks and enjoy popcorn on us. Please register ALL people attending.
Each month, we'll be playing different games from Roblox! In-house computer use will be on a first-come, first-served basis, but you can still join us at the branch on your phone, computer or tablet! If you plan on attending with your own device, please let us know! For Ages 8+
Do you enjoy playing games like Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Nintendo Sports?Come join us at the Headlands Branch as we take turns playing video games for the Nintendo switch.You can also bring your own portable device, and just hang out and meet new people! Ages 8 and up. Registration Required.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 5:00pm-7:30pm. Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 3:30pm-6:00pm Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 2-6, but all ages are welcome. A parade aftter the story time. No registration is required.
The Thrills and Chills Teen Book Club will feature a mixture of fictional graphic novels and young adult novels for ages 14 to 18 in the ninth through twelfth grades. This list of books was chosen by our young patrons who have regularly attended the Headlands Thrills & Chills Book Club for the last year! The YA novels may have spooky twists and turns as well as delve into the challenging lives of the teenage fictional characters. This group will meet on the THIRD Monday of the month at Headlands Branch from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.. Registration is required. Our November book HAS BEEN CHANGED TO CORALINE BY NEIL GAIMAN! ***Copies available at Headlands Branch.***
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
A programme at Mentor Public Library.
Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners.
Children ages 6 months to 5 years are welcome to attend this storytime at Lake Branch. Enjoy stories, music, rhymes and a craft. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration.
Children attend without an adult. Open to those ages 3-6. Children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.
Come to the Headlands Branch for a fun afternoon of crafting! Bring your current project, meet others with similar (or radically different) interests & maybe learn a new thing or two! Open to fiber/textile artists, beaders, paper crafters, etc. All skill levels and ages welcome!
Ages 6-11. Registration begins October 3rd. Paint and assemble these festive pop-up wooden pumpkins with help from The HUB s laser engraver. This program will repeat on November 24th. One session per person. Due to demand, limited seating, and cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure. Inspired by this project? The HUB offers one-on-one makerspace appointments too! Click here for more information .
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners.
Children attend without an adult. Open to those ages 3-6. Children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.
off site story time
Wednesday, November 18th @ The HUB Walk-in anytime between the hours of 4:00-7:00pm All ages welcome. While supplies last. No registration required. Learn how to use The HUB s Laser Engraver to turn simple fabric scraps into charming, little pumpkins that bring cozy Autumn vibes to any corner of your home. Due to demand, limited seating, and cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure. Inspired by this project? The HUB offers one-on-one makerspace appointments too! Click here for more information .
Registration required for those ages 8 to 12. Celebrate 250 years of American history through the American Girl doll. Each month will celebrate a different girl. You may bring your doll with you. AM250 program
Join us for a casual, open chess meet-up for all ages that welcomes all skill levels! Players will have an opportunity to learn, practice, and meet other community members interested in chess.
Families are welcome to join us for our pajama story time! Children may wear their snuggly Pj's while they enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, a craft and a snack. All ages welcome.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
offsite story time
offsite story time
A programme at Mentor Public Library.
Registration begins November 5. Ages infant to 3. Total body conditioning with kids in tow, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun. Children will be in their stroller during the class. Presented by Zerina Hutchinson. Due to demand, limited seating, and/or cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure.
Join us for an interactive musical story time with music, singing, and stories. For children 5 and under. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
Join Officer Dan from the Mentor Police Department as he teaches you all about the Mentor Police Department through stories and activities. Open to all ages with no registration needed. Receive a raffle ticket each time you attend for a chance to win a pizza lunch with Officer Dan from the police and Fireman Dan from the Fire Department in December, 2027.
All ages welcome. This is a walk-in program, so stop by any time! No registration required. Back by popular demand! Enjoy an evening of open-ended creativity at The HUB, using leftover craft supplies from past programs and projects. Get a head start on holiday gift making; we ll provide the materials, you bring the imagination! While supplies last. Inspired by this project? The HUB offers one-on-one makerspace appointments too! Click here for more information .
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Bring in your little one to explore their creativity! We'll provide the paper, paint and aprons - you provide the fun! Perfect for Pre-K ! Registration is not required, but space is limited inside the branch so there may be wait times. This activity is self-directed with limited interaction with staff.
This program encourages caregivers and kids to have fun clapping, marching and moving to music. Geared to ages 2-6. No registration necessary.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Join us every third Saturday for board gaming at the library! You are welcome to bring in your own games to play or use board games from our "Library of Things." Adults and teens over age 16 are welcome to join the club and show up whenever you're available as there are always games starting and ending to join in on the fun. Registration isn't required; just show up and play! You are welcome to bring food and beverages (no snacks on the game tables, please.) PLEASE NOTE: DURING LIBRARY RENOVATIONS, THIS GROUP WILL MEET IN THE TEEN AREA.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 11:00am-1:00pm. Book Now! Good Music • Family Fun • All Ages Welcome • Make Memories! Start your weekend with a BRIGHTER, MORE […]
Registration begins November 7 for grades 1-6. Make a cozy no-sew scarf perfect for gift giving or to keep you warm this winter season. Due to demand, limited seating, and/or cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 5:00pm-7:30pm. Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 3:30pm-6:00pm Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
off site story time
Are you a K-pop fan? Do you love Lisa? Is Jungkook your bias? Come hang out with other fans and decorate a photocard toploader! We ll provide the sleeves, stickers, tweezers, and we ll print a photo if you don t have one in mind to decorate. We ll watch music videos, decorate toploaders, and enjoy the company of other K-pop fans. Come celebrate the music and your favorite idol at the library! For tweens and teens 10-17 When registering, please write your favorite K-pop artists in the note field. Due to demand, limited seating, and/or cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
offsite story time
Ages 6-11. Registration begins October 3rd. Paint and assemble these festive pop-up wooden pumpkins with help from The HUB s laser engraver. This is a repeat of the program on November 17th. One session per person. Due to demand, limited seating, and cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure. Inspired by this project? The HUB offers one-on-one makerspace appointments too! Click here for more information .
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Registration begins Nov.11th to watch a holiday classic while eating a special "lunch" provided by the Children's Department. Register only children under 12 Lunch served to children only. If registration is full please call the children's department at 440 255 8811 x220 Due to demand, limited seating, and/or cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure.
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Bring in your little one to explore their creativity! We'll provide the paper, paint and aprons - you provide the fun! Perfect for Pre-K ! Registration is not required, but space is limited inside the branch so there may be wait times. This activity is self-directed with limited interaction with staff.
Kick off the holiday season with Santa, holiday music, skating, games, and tons of family fun! 🎄✨ Bring the entire family and join us at United Skates Wickliffe for a […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 11:00am-1:00pm. Book Now! Good Music • Family Fun • All Ages Welcome • Make Memories! Start your weekend with a BRIGHTER, MORE […]
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 5:00pm-7:30pm. Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Book your Birthday Party! Birthday Parties available from 3:30pm-6:00pm Book Here! Admission $14.00 Online Admission $12.00 Skate Rental $6.00 Featuring Pop and R&B Music Mix Skip the line-buy your tickets […]
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
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REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS NOVEMBER 16th. ALL AGES No school today? Bring the kids to a magic show at Mentor Public Library! Tada Magic is packed with hilarious routines, audience participation, impressive magic, and more! Due to demand, limited seating, and/or cost of supplies, anyone who signs up for and misses TWO programs without giving at least 24 hours notice may be placed on the waitlist for the next program they register for. Click here for more information on the library's program-attendance procedure.
Find the holiday bear and win a prize! Children are welcome to play the seek-n- find game once a day. Jingle Bear's hiding spot changes daily. All ages.
Starting April 1st (just in time for spring migration!), pick up a count list at the Headlands Branch to track how many types of bird you see. When you make it to 100, come back and pick up a small commemorative prize! Challenge runs year-round, so turn in your count list whenever you finish. And if you hit 100, pick up another list when you're done to find 100 more! Ohio has well over 200 species either as year-round residents or spring/fall migrants - so take advantage of how fortunate we are to live somewhere with such a variety of wildlife! No registration required - open to all ages and skill levels!
Children in grades K-6. Write a brief review about your favorite book. We'll post it with a picture of the book to brighten up our construction wall! Get a review card at the Children's Desk. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
Vote on your favorite classic Hollywood pairing. Everyday, a new pair of stars who worked together, or lived together, but without a doubt thoroughly entertained us, will be placed on a bracket for patrons to vote on their favorite couple. Will it be a long standing married couple of talented actors, or a couple of goofy actors who made you laugh out loud? Place your vote everyday and see who the winners will be!
Mentor is Lake Erie's shoreline suburb east of Cleveland and the home of James A. Garfield's estate, Lawnfield, run by the National Park Service. Headlands Beach State Park, Ohio's longest natural beach, and the Mentor Marsh are the family fixtures. Mentor Public Library runs three branches.
Holiday events for kids in Mentor, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
40 children’s events are on in Mentor in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Mentor Public Library (14 branches, 320 upcoming programmes), plus United Skates of America. Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
38 places to collect. Tap “I'm here” when you're at one and the stamp goes in your book; collect 5 and print the certificate.
Stamps live on your phone. Open your passport to see them all, print the certificate, or save them to your email.
Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Mentor’s own time zone.
Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, early grades, tweens and teens. Pick an age range above to narrow the list; leave them all off to see everything.
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