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Join us on Saturday, October 7 at 10:15am to celebrate all things Blippi with stories, music, and activities inspired by the hit series! Blippi will also be here for meet and greets and photo opportunities! For children of all ages and their caregivers. …

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Amherst Public Library and the Victor Samalot Duo on Saturday, October 7 at 2pm!  The Victor Samalot Duo presents ‘Latin Music: Que Bueno’, a one-hour musical performance taking the listener on a rhythmic road …

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Join us on Thursday, October 12 at 2pm for SEATED RHYTHM™ with Melissa Renner of Active for Life fitness! SEATED RHYTHM™ is another one of Active For Life’s most popular brain and body ‘dancercise’ classes where attendees dance through the ages. …

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Join us on Saturday, October 14 at 2pm for an afternoon showing of the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus on the Community Room big screen! Bottled water and movie snacks will be provided, and attendees are welcome to bring along their favorite …

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Join us on Thursday, October 12 at 4 pm for an art workshop recommended for children ages 6-12. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create a pumpkin art project inspired by the work of contemporary artist Yayoi …

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Did you know this year marks the 85th anniversary of the creation of Superman in Cleveland, Ohio? Help us celebrate by stopping in during library open hours throughout the week of October 2 – 7 for superhero-themed crafts and activities in …

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Join the Friends of the Library at the Sunset Terrace at Lakeview Park (1800 W. Erie Avenue, Lorain) on Thursday, October 26 at 12pm for their annual Author Luncheon! Enjoy an afternoon lunch program with Bob Adamov, Ohio-based author of the Emerson Moore series. Primarily …

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Introducing a program designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime program! Join for a monthly Saturday Adapted Storytime at 10:15am. Children with varying learning styles and abilities are invited to come together in a supported …

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Join us at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to 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 …

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Join us for five weekly sewing classes with special guest Neta Kizzer on Mondays, September 11, 18, and 25, and October 2 and 16. (The library is closed on October 9.) Attendees should have basic sewing machine skills and are required …

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Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime on Friday, October 13 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 …

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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 …

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Join us for monthly Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. Absolutely no artistic experience is necessary! You …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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COVID-19 rapid tests are now available to order through the United States government. There is a limit of four per household. Tests can be ordered by filling out the form at www.covidtests.gov. Orders will ship within 7 – 12 days. …

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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 …

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