Gutsy Gourmet
Get ready to take your taste buds on an adventure with Gutsy Gourmet! Join us on Friday, June 26 at 3:00 p.m. and step outside your comfort zone to try new and bizarre flavors of some of your favorite foods. …
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Toddler Dino Playtime
Families with children ages 1-3 are invited to participate in our Toddler Dino Playtime! A variety of open-ended play activities (all dino-themed, of course) will be available anytime between 6pm – 7pm on Wednesday, June 24th. Stop by the library …
Magic Tree House Book Club
Read or re-read the Magic Tree House books and come to the library for special themed activities! Registration is required for each club meeting and attendees do not need to attend all meetings. Copies of the book will be available …
Unearth a Story- Summer Reading 2026
Unearth a Story at the Amherst Public Library this summer! Summer Reading 2026 begins Monday, June 8 and continues through 7:30pm on Wednesday, July 29! Summer Reading features special events, fun prizes, and three exciting reading programs for all ages …
Summer Craft Days
Drop in the second-floor lobby every Wednesday, June 10 through July 22, from 1pm – 4pm for our Summer Craft Days! We’ll provide everything kids need to make a fun craft!
Creative Writing Club
Introducing a new club for teens and adults! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a someone who is just picking up the pen, join us on Saturday, May 16 at 2:30pm for the inaugural meeting of the Creative Writing Club. …
Seated Yoga Flow Fridays
Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as instructor Cindy Miller leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the joints and flexibility on Fridays May 15- June 26 at 1:00pm. …
Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention
Join us for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray on Thursdays May 14 through June 19 at 10:30am ! Good balance is essential for our daily life activity, and Tai Chi can help improve …
Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops
Join us at 12:30 pm on the first Monday of the month for 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 …
Tabletop Game Time
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 …
Amherst Chess Players Society
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 …
Baby Playdate
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 …
New Circulating Items
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 …
Tokusatsu Club
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 …
Canine Reading Buddies
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. Our licensed Canine Reading Buddies are all ears waiting to be read to. Come with your favorite …
Introducing Memory Kits
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 …
Teen Volunteer Program
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 …
Expansion and Renovation Project Updates
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
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 …