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Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

Monday, December 9, 2024 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...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 17

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.

Library Board Meeting

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm
DeLloyd Room at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:

The Amherst Public Library’s Board of Trustees meet in the library’s DeLloyd Room on the second Monday of the month at 5:45 pm.  The public is welcome to attend.

Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: DeLloyd Room
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

The Amherst Public Library’s Board of Trustees meet in the library’s DeLloyd Room on the second Monday of the month at 5:45 pm.  The public is welcome to attend.

DIY Spa Night

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 9 at 6:30pm or Thursday, December 12 at 2:30pm to make your own supplies for a DIY Spa Night! All ingredients will be provided for attendees to make and...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 9 at 6:30pm or Thursday, December 12 at 2:30pm to make your own supplies for a DIY Spa Night!

Holiday Cookie Storytime for Toddlers

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 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. 

Event Details:

This week, enjoy a special holiday storytime followed by holiday cookie decorating! 

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

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

This week, enjoy a special holiday storytime followed by holiday cookie decorating! 

Tabletop Game Time

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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 ...

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

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 2 - 6 player card, strategy, and party games will be available at every club meeting, including Catan, Bohnanza, Sagrada, Splendor, Azul, For Sale, and more.

Tabletop Game Time and the games included in the club are recommended for ages 12+. You do not have to have attended previous meetings to attend this one!

Registration is not required for this event. Please call the library at 440-988-4230 with any questions.

Baby Playdate

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 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.

Holiday Cookie Storytime for Waddlers

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room 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.

Event Details:

This week, enjoy a special holiday storytime followed by holiday cookie decorating! 

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

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

This week, enjoy a special holiday storytime followed by holiday cookie decorating! 

Library Time: An Adapted Storytime for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Library Time is an adapted storytime for adults with intellectual disabilities. The program is focused on literacy, music and movement, and social interaction.  Registration i...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Library Time is an adapted storytime for adults with intellectual disabilities. The program is focused on literacy, music and movement, and social interaction.  

Kids Art Workshop: Holiday Villages

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday, December 11 at 4pm for an art workshop recommended for children ages 6-12. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to design and create a holid...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday, December 11 at 4pm for an art workshop recommended for children ages 6-12. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to design and create a holiday village. Dress for a mess!

Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from November 14 through December 19 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray. Good balance is essential for ou...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from November 14 through December 19 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray.

DIY Spa Night

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 9 at 6:30pm or Thursday, December 12 at 2:30pm to make your own supplies for a DIY Spa Night! All ingredients will be provided for attendees to make and...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 9 at 6:30pm or Thursday, December 12 at 2:30pm to make your own supplies for a DIY Spa Night!

Seated Yoga Flow Fridays

Friday, December 13, 2024 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 istructor Cindy Miller leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the j...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as istructor 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.

A Visit with Santa and the Grinch

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Santa Claus is coming to town! Santa will visit the library on Saturday, December 14 from 11am-12pm. Bring your camera for a photo and enjoy holiday crafts and activities while you...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Santa Claus is coming to town! Santa will visit the library on Saturday, December 14 from 11am-12pm. Bring your camera for a photo and enjoy holiday crafts and activities while you wait!

Examples of the macrame essential oil diffusers. One is wrapped with green cord and the other has a pink and purple tassel.

Adult Crafternoon: Macrame Essential Oil Diffuser

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 16 at 2:30pm or Thursday, December 19 at 6:30pm to make your own essential oil diffusers, using wooden beads and rings, and basic macrame techniques. Al...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 16 at 2:30pm or Thursday, December 19 at 6:30pm to make your own essential oil diffusers, using wooden beads and rings, and basic macrame techniques.

Create Your Own Herbal Tea!

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Stop by the Community Room between 6:30pm and 7:30pm on Monday, December 16 to make and take home your own custom herbal tea blends! Ingredients will be supplied for each attendee ...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by the Community Room between 6:30pm and 7:30pm on Monday, December 16 to make and take home your own custom herbal tea blends! Ingredients will be supplied for each attendee to make and take home an 8oz jar of dried herbal tea.

Alzheimer’s Association® Support Group

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
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 ...

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.

Baby Playdate

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 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, December 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
DeLloyd Room at Amherst Public Library
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 month, the group is "Shadows on the Koyukuk: An ...

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. 

Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from November 14 through December 19 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray. Good balance is essential for ou...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from November 14 through December 19 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray.

Examples of the macrame essential oil diffusers. One is wrapped with green cord and the other has a pink and purple tassel.

Adult Craft Night: Macrame Essential Oil Diffuser

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 16 at 2:30pm or Thursday, December 19 at 6:30pm to make your own essential oil diffusers, using wooden beads and rings, and basic macrame techniques. Al...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, December 16 at 2:30pm or Thursday, December 19 at 6:30pm to make your own essential oil diffusers, using wooden beads and rings, and basic macrame techniques.

Music + Movement Storytime

Music + Movement Storytime

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Music + Movement Storytime:

Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime! This storytime is designed for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers, and will include stories, songs, instrumen...

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

Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime! This storytime is designed for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers, and will include stories, songs, instruments and more! 

Registration is not needed for these sessions.

Seated Yoga Flow Fridays

Friday, December 20, 2024 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 istructor Cindy Miller leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the j...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as istructor 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.

Active for Life Fitness Seated Dancercise

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room A/B at Amherst Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Our friends from Active for Life Fitness will be here every other month on the third Friday for a seated dancercise class!Registration is required separately for each session. Regi...

Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Our friends from Active for Life Fitness will be here every other month on the third Friday for a seated dancercise class!

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

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