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LPLS events Green Grinch Smoothies - Wednesday, December 14, from
Black River 6:30-7:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch. Help prepare all the
ingredients to make your own smoothie. Preregistration re-
Gingerbread House Workshop - Tuesday, December 6,
Audubon Society program from 6-7:30 p.m., or Wednesday, December 7, from 6-7:30 quired.
Tech Club - Thursdays, December 15, January 19 & Febru-
p.m., North Ridgeville Branch. Families are welcome to create ary 16, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch. Explore
Black River Audubon Society presents Tim Fairweather a graham cracker house decorated with icing and candy. We programming, digital art and electronics in a fun, collaborative
and his program, “Musings of a Naturalist Life,” on Tuesday, ask each family to bring a box of graham crackers and candy to environment! Intended for children ages 9 and up. Preregistra-
December 6, at 7 p.m. at Sandy Ridge Reservation, located at build their own house and a bag of candy to share with every- tion required.
6195 Otten Road, in North Ridgeville. one. We will supply the rest of the materials. Intended for ages Santa’s Workshop - Saturday, December 17, from 2-3 p.m.,
Fairweather had been a naturalist with Lorain County Metro 2 and up. Preregistration required. North Ridgeville Branch. Children of all ages can create a gift
Parks for almost 33 years, having recently retired at the end of Book Discussions - Wednesday, December 7, at 6 p.m. to wrap and give during holiday time. Preregistration required.
October. Through photos and stories, he will recount some of at the Columbia Branch, “The Night Shift,” by Alex Finlay; Patrons can register for events at LorainPublicLibrary.org/
his favorite memories at Sandy Ridge and his recent trip to Hog Thursday, December 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the Columbia Branch – events. Events listed as “Hybrid” can be attended in person or
Island Audubon Camp in Maine, courtesy of BRAS. call branch for cookbook title; Monday, December 19, at 2 p.m. virtually. Preregistration is required for both options.
This programs is free to the public. For more information at the Columbia Branch, “Secret of Snow,” by Viola Shipman. Columbia Branch, 13824 W. River Rd., Columbia Station,
on programs, volunteering or becoming a member, please visit Spend time each month discussing a great book and making (440) 236-8751.
www.blackriveraudubon.org and don’t forget to LIKE them on new friends. Copies of the books are available at the library. North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Rd., North Rid-
Facebook. New members are welcome. Preregistration required. geville, (440) 327-8326.
Cozy Hot Drinks with a Twist - Tuesday, December 6, from
6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Columbia Branch; Tuesday, December Christmas tree tips and tricks
13, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch. Learn
how to make three classic hot drinks vegan in this demonstra- Freshly cut Christmas trees are farmed specifically for the
tion and tasting. Preregistration required. holiday season and support local economies. They also tend to
Baby and Me Art - Thursday, December 8, from 10:30- last a bit longer than pre-cut trees available elsewhere.
11:30 a.m., North Ridgeville Branch. Enjoy winter themed art Christmas trees are an iconic symbol of the holiday season.
projects and crafts for babies from birth to 23 months and their Whether they are personal trees nestled in the corner of a living
caregivers. Preregistration required. room for families to enjoy or towering evergreens serving as the
Fiber Arts Groups - Thursdays, December 8, 15, 22 & 29, focal point of a town square, Christmas trees are a wonder to
from 12-4 p.m. at the Columbia Branch. For new and long time behold.
Many people have fond memories of time spent around the
knitters and crocheters. If you have an unfinished project that Christmas tree sharing gifts and family traditions. Live trees and
you would like to work on with us, bring it or start something their pine-like aroma can be especially nostalgic trees to include
new! in holiday plans. The National Christmas Tree Association says
Family Engineering Night - Thursdays, December 8, Jan- that approximately 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees are sold
uary 12 & February 9, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., North Ridgeville in the United States every year. North American trees hail from
Branch. Families with school age children will enjoy this fun, all 50 states and areas of Canada.
friendly engineering competition that challenges their STEM While freshly cut trees can be particularly beautiful and aro-
skills. Preregistration required. matic additions to the season, they require a bit more work than
Ink It Up - Saturday, December 17, from 2-3 p.m. at the artificial trees in order to remain beautiful and thrive throughout
Columbia Branch. Learn the ins and outs of tattoo art from lo- the holiday season. Maintenance can help keep Christmas trees
cal artist Rachel Grasso of INKspired Studios. Preregistration as perfect as possible.
· Even though it is tempting to buy a real tree as early as
required. possible, their shelf life is limited even with the best care. Dural
Browser’s Reading Buddies - Saturdays, December 10, Jan- Christmas Tree Farm advises that, under the best conditions, a
uary 7 & 14 and February 4 & 11, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the real tree should last up to four weeks before drying out.
North Ridgeville Branch. Children ages 5-10 sit and read to a · Consider the needles when looking for a real tree. Pull your
therapy dog for a 15 minute session. Call the library to register. hand toward your body along the branches. If many needles fall
Nutcracker Tea Party - Saturday, December 10, from 1-2 off, the tree is past its peak.
p.m., Columbia Branch. The Cleveland Ballet will perform vi- · Think about the room in which the tree will be located.
gnettes from the holiday classic “The Nutcracker.” After the Leave at least 6 inches between the tip of the tree and the ceiling,
performance, snap a photo with a ballerina and create a variety accounting for the height of the tree stand as well.
of festive crafts. Tea and sweet treats will be served. Preregis- · If needle retention is a goal, the Scotch pine variety has
tration required. the best needle retention and a high survival rate, lending to its
Windjammer Big Band Holiday Concert - Sunday, Decem- popularity, offers Precision Tree and Landscape. Douglas fir and
balsam fir are other durable trees.
ber 11, from 2-4 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch. Swing into the · If possible, buy a freshly cut tree from a reputable nursery
holidays with a special performance by the Windjammer Big or tree farm, advises The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Many pre-cut
Band showcasing a variety of holiday and traditional jazz mu- trees sold elsewhere were likely cut weeks before and may not
sic. Please visit the online Events Calendar or call the library be fresh.
for more information about a specific date or time. Preregistra- · Cut the bottom of the tree trunk before bringing it home
tion required. to facilitate the uptake of fresh water daily. Trees can absorb as
Mars Robot Challenge - Monday, December 12, from much as a gallon of water in a day, so make sure the tree gets
1-1:45 p.m. North Ridgeville Branch. Guide our Mars explorer fresh water every day.
robot through several challenges in an obstacle course. Prereg- · Keep trees away from as many heat sources as possible and
istration required. away from direct sunlight to prolong longevity.
Winter Yoga - Wednesdays, December 14 & 21, Januay 11 · According to Karabin Farms in Connecticut, to make a
& 18 and February 8 & 15, at 2 p.m., North Ridgeville Branch. Christmas tree last longer, boil a gallon of water and then dis-
solve one cup of sugar in the water. Allow to cool. After freshly
A community yoga class for all peoples and bodies. This class cutting the trunk, pour in the warm sugar water. Continue to add
will focus on getting into your body and feeling good. Practi- fresh, cool, plain water to the tree stand afterward.
tioners of all levels are welcomed and encouraged. Preregistra- Once needles begin to fall off with frequency, the tree is
tion required. reaching its prime. Remove it so it does not become a fire hazard.

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