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STORY TIME: Bring your kids to story time at Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library. Toddler Time is Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Baby Time is Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time is Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Music Makers is Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Sessions run through July. Preregistration is required for all story times by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 449. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
EXPLORERS: Explore something new each week at Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library. Explorers is every Monday in July at 2 p.m. Children entering 1st through 5th grade will enjoy stories, music, crafts and activities. Preregistration is required by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 449. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
LORAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM CLOSED: All Lorain Public Library System locations will be closed for the Independence Day holiday on Thursday, July 4.
BASIC YOGA: Join the weekly Friday Yoga class taught by Tom Gorman at Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel for this free hour-long program starting at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 450. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
YU-GI-OH! OPEN PLAY TIME: Join Ernesto Hernández, local Yu-Gi-Oh! expert, for open play time at Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library on Monday, July 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eight to 18 year olds should bring their own deck of 40 cards minimum. Card trading is not allowed. Preregistration is required by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 450. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
DISGUSTING DESSERTS: What do dirt on a stick, worms and dirt in a jar, and dirt cake have in common? They are all desserts that taste better than they sound. Come to Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library on Tuesday, July 9 at 6 p.m. to try some and make a few. Preregistration is required by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 449. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
CONSTRUCT-A-SAURUS: Bring your little paleontologist to Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library. Construct-A-Saurus is Wednesday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m. The Lorain County Metro Parks will present an activity-based program on dinosaurs for families with children of all ages. Learn basic dinosaur facts as you help build a seven-foot-tall dinosaur. Preregistration is required by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 449. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS: The Lorain Public Library System is dedicated to providing the community with beginner’s computer classes. Learn computer basics at the Main Library on Friday, July 12 at 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to use a mouse and identify computer parts. There will also be an introduction to the Windows operating system. This class includes an opportunity to receive a Certificate of Completion mouse skills certificate. Preregistration is required by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 450. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
POETRY CONTEST: Time is running out to enter Lorain Public Library System’s Groundbreaking Reads Poetry Contest. Third through 12th graders, pick up an entry form at any Lorain Public Library System location, or on the Bookmobile, and submit your original poem to our contest by Friday, July 12. Winners will receive a poetry journal and other prizes. For more information on age categories, rules and prizes, call the Main Library at 440-244-1192, ext. 449 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 449.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Summer Reading is in full swing at the Lorain Public Library System (LPLS). Spend your summer with the LPLS to earn free books, win prizes, attend amazing programs and of course – read! There’s a Summer Reading Program for every age-group, including adults. Don’t miss out! Call, stop in or visit LorainPublicLibrary.org for more information.
FREE DIGITAL MAGAZINES: The Lorain Public Library System (LPLS) is footing the bill for an amazing new service - Zinio™. It’s a digital magazine collection. LPLS cardholders can now enjoy full digital copies of nearly 100 magazines. Consumer Reports; ESPN The Magazine; Men’s Health; Newsweek; O, The Oprah Magazine; Taste of Home… the list goes on and on with a great selection to satisfy everyone’s interests. Imagine going to a magazine rack and being able to take whatever magazines you’d like for free. That’s what this is like in digital form. With Zinio™, you can check out as many new issues as you want and keep them as long as you like. The latest edition is always ready to download. View magazines on your computer or mobile device. Ready to get started with Zinio™ now? Go to LorainPublicLibrary.org to get started. Call any Lorain Public Library System Library with any questions or for more information.
SHARE YOUR COLLECTION: Do you have a collection you would like to display for others to see? The Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library has a lovely display case and is always looking for new and interesting items to share. Collections for all ages are welcome. Call the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 449 for more information on lending your prized possessions. The display case changes approximately every 30 days. The Main Library is located at 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain.
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