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Summer Slime Days

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory Play
Age Group:
Children

Come and explore new slime recipes with us at the library this summer! We will be trying a new recipe each week for 3 weeks. You must register for each session separately. Dress for a mess! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Sensory Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and explore new slime recipes with us at the library this summer! We will be trying a new recipe each week for 3 weeks. You must register for each session separately. Dress for a mess! 

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Crafternoon: Framed Collage Art

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on Monday, August 11 at 6:30pm or Monday, August 18 at 2:30pm for a relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an 8.5x11 collage, including a frame to display it in at home!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, August 11 at 6:30pm or Monday, August 18 at 2:30pm for a relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an 8.5x11 collage, including a frame to display it in at home!

Alzheimer’s Association® Support Group

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events

Build a support system with people who understand. Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:
• Develop a support system.

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Build a support system with people who understand. Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:
• Develop a support system.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Second Floor Children's Area at Amherst Public Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Baby Playdate:

Join us at 10am every Wednesday 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 caregiv...

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Join us at 10am every Wednesday 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 time at the library. 

Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers.

Registration is not needed for these sessions. Call the Youth Services department at 440-988-4230 (option 3) with any questions.

Friends of the Library PM Book Group

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
DeLloyd Room at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Clubs, Community Events

The Friends of the Amherst Public Library sponsor an evening book group that meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm. 

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: DeLloyd Room
Program Type: Books & Reading, Clubs, Community Events
Event Details:

The Friends of the Amherst Public Library sponsor an evening book group that meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us every Thursday from July 17 through August 21 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from July 17 through August 21 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Seated Yoga Flow Fridays

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Registration for all classes in the July/August series of Seated Yoga Flow Fridays will open at 9am on Sunday, June 1.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.)

Registration is required separately for each date. Register here or call the library at 440-988-4230.

Registration for all classes in the July/August series of Seated Yoga Flow Fridays will open at 9am on Sunday, June 1.

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Amherst Chess Players Society

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens, Adults

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.

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tokusatsu Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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 S...

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs

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 required for this event. Please call the library at 440-988-4230 with any questions.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Second Floor Children's Area at Amherst Public Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Baby Playdate:

Join us at 10am every Wednesday 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 caregiv...

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Join us at 10am every Wednesday 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 time at the library. 

Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers.

Registration is not needed for these sessions. Call the Youth Services department at 440-988-4230 (option 3) with any questions.

Friends of the Library AM Book Group

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Clubs, Community Events

The Friends of the Amherst Public Library sponsor a morning book group that meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10am. 

 

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A
Program Type: Books & Reading, Clubs, Community Events
Event Details:

The Friends of the Amherst Public Library sponsor a morning book group that meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10am. 

 

Friends of the Library General Meeting

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:30pm
Community Room A at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Community Events

Monthly general meetings of the Friends of the Amherst Public Library are scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of the month at 11:15am.

For information on how to join or support the Friends, please call the library at 440-988-4230.

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A
Program Type: Clubs, Community Events
Event Details:

Monthly general meetings of the Friends of the Amherst Public Library are scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of the month at 11:15am.

For information on how to join or support the Friends, please call the library at 440-988-4230.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Animals in Your Neighborhood (with Lorain County Metro Parks)

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Offsite at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Join a naturalist at the Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation (913 N. Lake St.) for an easy hike to learn what animals you can find in your neighborhood! The trail is paved and 1 mile in length. Meet at Shelter #1.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join a naturalist at the Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation (913 N. Lake St.) for an easy hike to learn what animals you can find in your neighborhood! The trail is paved and 1 mile in length. Meet at Shelter #1.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Seated Yoga Flow Fridays - Rescheduled

Friday, August 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Registration for all classes in the July/August series of Seated Yoga Flow Fridays will open at 9am on Sunday, June 1.

This class session was originally scheduled for July 18 and has been rescheduled. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.)

Registration is required separately for each date. Register here or call the library at 440-988-4230.

Registration for all classes in the July/August series of Seated Yoga Flow Fridays will open at 9am on Sunday, June 1.

This class session was originally scheduled for July 18 and has been rescheduled. 

Library Closed

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Closing
Branches:
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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Card Signup Month and Cardholder Appreciation Month!

All Day 9/1 - 9/30
In Library at Amherst Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

September is Library Card Signup Month and it’s the perfect time to see what an Amherst Public Library card can do for you!

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: In Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

September is Library Card Signup Month and it’s the perfect time to see what an Amherst Public Library card can do for you!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Toddler Tales Storytime

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Toddler Tales Storytime:

Stories, songs, and rhymes for children 2 - 3 years old and their caregivers. 

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime

Stories, songs, and rhymes for children 2 - 3 years old and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "Children" group

The Magic Treehouse Book Club: Lions at Lunchtime

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment
Age Group:
Children

Want to go on a magical adventure just like Jack and Annie? Read (or re-read) the Magic Tree House books and come to the library for special themed activities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to go on a magical adventure just like Jack and Annie? Read (or re-read) the Magic Tree House books and come to the library for special themed activities.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Second Floor Children's Area at Amherst Public Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Baby Playdate:

Join us at 10am every Wednesday 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 caregiv...

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Join us at 10am every Wednesday 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 time at the library. 

Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers.

Registration is not needed for these sessions. Call the Youth Services department at 440-988-4230 (option 3) with any questions.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Waddlers Storytime

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Waddlers Storytime:

Stories, songs, and rhymes for babies and little ones up to 24 months old and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime

Stories, songs, and rhymes for babies and little ones up to 24 months old and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime: Let's Go to the Circus!

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a special circus-themed storytime designed for children ages 2-6 years old and their families! Siblings are welcome!

No registration needed. Call the Youth Services department at 440-988-4230 (option 3) with any questions.

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special circus-themed storytime designed for children ages 2-6 years old and their families! Siblings are welcome!

No registration needed. Call the Youth Services department at 440-988-4230 (option 3) with any questions.

This event is in the "Children" group

Canine Reading Buddies

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Second Floor Children's Area at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Enrichment
Age Group:
Children
Canine Reading Buddies:

All ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog in the second floor children's area. Come with your favorite book or borrow one of ours!Canine Reading Buddies is scheduled m...

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Reading Enrichment

All ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog in the second floor children's area. Come with your favorite book or borrow one of ours!

Canine Reading Buddies is scheduled monthly on the first Saturday at 11am.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Storytime:

Stories, songs, and rhymes for children ages 3 - 5 years old. 

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime

Stories, songs, and rhymes for children ages 3 - 5 years old.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops:

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...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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. You do not have to have attended previous workshop sessions to attend this one.

Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, pink erasers, a #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, a ½” foam brush, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen, and 140 lb. Watercolor paper.

This class is intended for adults only and registration is required. Register below or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone.