Counting down the minutes until bedtime during these cold winter months? Looking for something to do with your energetic toddler when you can’t get outside after dinner? Check out our toddler obstacle course! Come to the library anytime between 6pm …
Join us on Friday, January 23 at 11:15 am to explore a variety of messy materials (oobleck, finger paint, bubbles and more) in our tarp-covered community room! Dress for a mess! Designed for children ages 2 – 6 and their …
Calling all superheroes! Come to a special superhero storytime on Saturday, January 24th at 2:00 pm and then create your very own cape, perform fantastic feats of strength, and enjoy fun music and activities! Recommended for ages 8 and under. …
Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime on Friday, January 30 at 11:15am! This storytime is designed for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers, and will include stories, songs, instruments and more! Registration is not needed for …
Read and Recharge this winter! Read books to earn entries into weekly prize drawings. For ages 16+. Visit the first floor Adult Services area to pick up your entry forms beginning Monday, January 12. All entries due no later than …
The Tiny Art Show returns to the Amherst Public Library in 2026, co-sponsored by Studio Q Photography! Using a provided kit, artists of all ages are invited to create a mini masterpiece that will be displayed in the library throughout …
Join us on the second Monday of the month from November 2025 through February 2026 for Adult Coloring Night! All supplies will be provided, along with a variety of coloring page options for all levels of skill, and tea and …
Join us at 5:30pm on the second Tuesday of the month for Tabletop Game Time! Drop in with a friend or make some new friends while you learn how to play new games or rediscover old favorites! A variety of …
The Amherst Chess Players Society is a welcoming group for chess enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, offering casual play through regular in-person meetups, an online community, and strategy discussions. The club prioritizes fair play, respect, and camaraderie. Join us …
Join us at 10am every Wednesday enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After …
We are excited to announce the addition of six new circulating items to the Amherst Public Library collection! Amherst Public Library cardholders can now check out a Photo to Digital Converter, a Video to Digital Converter, a Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage …
Join us at 6pm on the fourth Tuesday of the month for Tokusatsu Club! Learn about, watch, and discuss Japanese Tokusatsu films and television shows like Ultraman, Godzilla, Super Sentai, Kamen Rider, and more. Recommended for ages 15+. Registration is not …
Children of all ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog on the first Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. and the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Our licensed Canine Reading Buddies are all …
Introducing Memory Kits, the newest item in the Amherst Public Library collection! Studies have shown that reminiscing is a valuable way to stir memory and maintain communication. Our Memory Kits are designed to help our patrons engage and facilitate conversations …
The Amherst Public Library is restarting our Teen Volunteer program! The Teen Volunteer program is for kids and teens aged 10 – 18 who would like to volunteer their time to help with various library events and projects. It’s a …
7/1/2022 Things are starting to really come together as we get closer to our Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening on Monday, July 11 at 12pm. Today’s excitement was the delivery of new furniture! These comfy reading chairs will be in …
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has come to Lorain County. Through the Lorain County Imagination Library, preschool children receive free books! The mission of the Lorain County Imagination Library is to foster a lifetime love of reading, empower families and …
