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Crafty Adults - Monday, June 20, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.Co- Blood donors
lumbia Branch. Join us at the library monthly to try new craft
projects. Preregistration required. have chance to June
Drop In Dog Man Fan Club - Tuesday, June 21, from 1-4
p.m. North Ridgeville Branch. Crafts, activities and more based win VIP trip to
on Dav Pilkey’s popular Dog Man series. Intended for children
ages 6 and up. Graceland
Lorain County Metro Parks: Get to Know Your Own Back- Events at
yard - Tuesday, June 21, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. North Ridgeville Elvis Presley is known for
Branch. Learn the ins and outs of local metro parks and how being the first global rock and Columbia Branch
you can utilize them to stay active all summer long. Preregis- roll icon. He was also a blood
tration required. donor himself! While times
Patrons can register for events at LorainPublicLibrary.org/
events. Events listed as “Hybrid” can be attended in person or have changed, the need for
blood has not − donors can
virtually. Preregistration is required for both options. leave a lasting legacy them-
Columbia Branch, 13824 W. River Rd., Columbia Station; Tabletop Games Club Mason Jar Herbal Garden
North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Rd., North Rid- selves by making a lifesaving Tuesdays, June 7, 28 Thursday, June 23
blood or platelet donation
geville. with the American Red Cross. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
In honor of the new Baz
Become a Master Gardener Luhrmann film, Elvis, all who Join us for a fun evening of card Learn how to create your own
and board games.
herb garden out of mason jars!
Volunteer come to give in the month of Herbs featured will be ideal for
June will be automatically
entered for a chance to win a Fiber Arts Group grilling.
Join the Master Gardener Volunteer Program and you can VIP trip to Graceland for two, Thursdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30
start your journey towards learning about pollinators and in- including round-trip airfare to Noon to 4 p.m. Greater Cleveland Aquarium
sects, vegetable production and soils, or maybe even why that Memphis, plus a three-night For new and long‑time knitters and Virtual Program: Oceans of
tree is dying. Applications for the 2022 Master Gardener Train- stay at The Guest House and
ing are now available. The program provides intensive horti- Elvis Entourage VIP tour, crocheters. If you have a “UFO” (an Possibilities
culture training to Ohio residents who then volunteer their time courtesy of Graceland, a cus- Unfinished Object) that you would
and new knowledge towards helping others through their local tom-wrapped Gibson Epi- like to work on with us, bring it or Friday, June 24
OSU Extension Office. The Ohio State University Extension phone guitar and more. Ad- start something new! 2 to 3 p.m.
Master Gardener Program reaches hundreds of people in Me- ditionally, those who come Greater Cleveland Aquarium
dina County each year by offering presentations to the public, to donate June 1-30 will also provides the unique opportunity
hands-on gardening mentorship and youth gardening programs receive a $5 e-gift card to a Tales for Tykes
in the community. merchant of choice.* to see magnificent ocean
No gardening experience is required! You need only have It’s critically important the Tuesdays, June 14, 21, 28 animals up‑close. Watch in awe
a desire to learn and interest in sharing what you learn with Red Cross maintain a stable 10 to 10:30 a.m. as sharks, stingrays and other
others. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings, July 27 blood supply for patients this Stories, movement and rhymes for sea creatures come to life on
through October, from 6-9 p.m. Applications are due July 5. summer. To schedule an ap- active walkers through 3‑year‑olds your screen. Discover other
Cost is $250 per person, covering 15 classes, manuals and pointment to donate, down- with their caregivers. fascinating ocean‑dwellers and
materials. More information can be found at go.osu.edu/me- load the Red Cross Blood
dinamgv. Donor App, visit RedCross- learn all about this spectacular
Please contact Ashley Kulhanek with questions at (330) Blood.org or call 1-800-RED Little Learners aquatic world. This virtual
725-4911 or e-mail at kulhanek.5@osu.edu, or visit medina. CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Tuesdays, June 14, 21, 28 program is live and interactive,
osu.edu. The Red Cross follows a 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. with the Aquarium Educator
high standard of safety and Caregivers with 4 and 5‑year‑olds asking questions of participants,
NOW is the Best Time to Sell infection control. The Red nurture their love of reading and participants encouraged to
Cross will continue to social-
Your Home! ly distance wherever possi- through books and activities. ask their own questions along
ble at blood drives, donation
the way.
Find out what your centers and facilities. While Crafty Adults
donors are no longer required
home is worth! to wear a face mask, individ- Monday, June 20 Selling Your Stuff Online
uals may choose to continue
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 25
Call me this week and to wear a mask for any rea- Are you a crafter, or would you like 2 p.m.
son. The Red Cross will also
be ready before July! adhere to more stringent face to be one? Join us at the library Learn how to sell your used
mask requirements per state monthly to try new craft projects. items for cash using different
Ed Kearney, Realtor and/or local guidance, or at This program is co‑sponsored websites and mobile platforms.
the request of blood drive
Call or text: 440-915-0900 sponsors. Donors are asked to by The Friends of the Columbia
Library, Inc.
edwardkearney@howardhanna.com schedule an appointment pri- Afternoon Book Discussion:
or to arriving at a drive.
How to donate blood Teddy Bear Picnic “The House in the Cerulean
Simply download the Tuesday, June 21
American Red Cross Blood 2 p.m. Sea” by T.J. Klune
Donor App, visit RedCross- Monday, June 27
Blood.org, call 1-800-RED Enjoy stories, music, and a teddy 2 to 3 p.m.
CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or bear‑themed snack during this Spend an afternoon each month
enable the Blood Donor Skill outdoor story time picnic. Dress for discussing a great book and
on any Alexa Echo device to the weather and bring a blanket. In
make an appointment or for case of inclement weather, we will making new friends. Copies
more information. All blood move the fun indoors. Perfect for of the book are available at
types are needed to ensure a the library. New members are
reliable supply for patients. A families with children of all ages. welcome.
blood donor card or driver’s
license or two other forms of
identification are required at
6757 Center Rd check-in. Individuals who are
Valley City 17 years of age in most states Summer Reading Challenge
(16 with parental consent
330-483-1190 where allowed by state law), Monday, June 6 to Friday, Aug. 7
www.gandalfspub.com weigh at least 110 pounds and Pick up one of three different game
are in generally good health
boards from the library and ask a staff
Sat, June 4, 7:30pm Taco Tuesday may be eligible to donate member to get you registered. The game
blood. High school students
with... 3 for $9 and other donors 18 years of boards are full of fun activity prompts.
When you complete
Big Mike Pick from our Taco Menu age and younger also have Summer Scavenger Hunt
Hard & Soft Shells to meet certain height and four activities, return Friday, July 1 to Saturday, July 30
Sun, June 5, 3:00pm Wednesday weight requirements. to the library for a Go exploring with the
Blood and platelet donors
participation prize
with... MAC & CHEESE NIGHT can save time at their next do- and grand prize entry! scavenger hunt list, available
Custy & Choose from multiple nation by using RapidPass® Limit of four prizes per at any of our branches! Snap
McNamara Artisan Meals to complete their pre-dona- person. a photo of each item you
tion reading and health his-
find and share it on social
Thursday
LUNCH SPECIALS BURGER NIGHT tory questionnaire online, media with the hashtag
EVERYDAY! 1/2 lb. Certified on the day of their donation, Grand prizes this year #LPLSFound. Participants
before arriving at the blood
include fun things for
MUSIC BINGO Angus Burger - $9 drive. To get started, follow the whole family such can seek on their own or as
part of a group ‑ the only
Thursdays 7:30pm EVERY the instructions at RedCross- as Cleveland Aquarium rules are to be creative and
Blood.org/RapidPass or use
Sunday annual family membership, Nintendo have fun!
HAPPY HOUR Brunch from the Blood Donor App. Switch with a game and SD card, Lego
Tues - Fri 3-7pm 9am-2pm sets, giant stuffed animals, a Soda Stream
$1 OFF Drafts Live Music & Events and an Air Fryer!
(excluding Guinness)
$2 Domestics 6/11 Furious George
Preregistration is required for these programs.
6/12 Lego Legros
December 3rd only Preregistration is required for these programs.
Scratch Kitchen 6/18 Bellweather Boys
Visit the online calendar for the most current information
courtesty of Exec. Chef 6/19 New Barleycorn Visit the online calendar for the most current information
Edward West
LorainPublicLibrary.org/events.
Hours: Tues-Wed: 11am-10pm, Th: 11am-11pm, LorainPublicLibrary.org/events.
Fri-Sat: 11am-12am, Sun: 9am-9pm, Mon: Closed