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Local Student Art Show

All Day 4/22 - 5/11
All Ages
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: In Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Art from local students will be on display throughout the second floor of the library from April 22 - May 11. The Student Art Show will be available for viewing during library open hours.

Toddler Tales Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
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. 

Preschool Storytime

11:15am - 11:45am
Children
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 2 - 3 years old and their caregivers. 

Savings Basics and the Long Road to Retirement

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

April is Financial Literacy Month! Join us on Monday, April 29 at 6:30pm for a special program with our friends from Achieve Credit Union.

Baby Playdate

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Join us at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday 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. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am!

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.

Beginning in May, Thursday Baby Playdate will be replaced with a once a month Baby & Me Free Play session on the first Thursday of the month.

Waddlers Storytime

11:15am - 11:45am
Babies & Toddlers
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.

We've extended Waddlers Storytime this May! Join us every Wednesday at 11:15am through May 22!

Student Art Show Reception

6:30pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: In Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday, May 1, 6:30pm - 7:30pm for the Student Art Show Reception. View the artwork and enjoy light refreshments!

Afternoon Storytime

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Children
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 2 - 6 years old and their caregivers.

 

Adult Crafternoon: Cabochon Jewelry Set

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, May 2 at 2:30pm or Monday, May 6 at 6:30pm for relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to make a glass cabochon jewelry set of a necklace and a pair of earrings.

Baby & Me Free Play

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Little ones and their caregivers are invited to join us in the second floor children's area on the first Thursday of the month at 6pm for Baby & Me Free Play!

Home Sellers: Maximizing Your Profit

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Looking to sell your home? Join us on Thursday, May 2 at 6:30pm to learn about how to get the most profit out of your sale!

Seated Yoga Flow Fridays

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

Canine Reading Buddies

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
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 and and the third Tuesday at 6:30pm.

Squishmallow Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have a special squishy friend that would love to visit the library with you? Bring your favorite Squishmallow to our Squishmallow Party on Saturday, May 4 for an afternoon full of crafts, games, and activities for you to do together!

Adult Craft Night: Cabochon Jewelry Set

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, May 2 at 2:30pm or Monday, May 6 at 6:30pm for relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to make a glass cabochon jewelry set of a necklace and a pair of earrings.

Baby Playdate

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Join us at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday 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. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am!

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.

Beginning in May, Thursday Baby Playdate will be replaced with a once a month Baby & Me Free Play session on the first Thursday of the month.

Waddlers Storytime

11:15am - 11:45am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: DeLloyd Room
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.

We've extended Waddlers Storytime this May! Join us every Wednesday at 11:15am through May 22!

This week's session will take place in the DeLloyd Room, due to the Friends of the Library Book Sale in the Community Room.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

10:00am - 4:45pm
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

The Friends of the Amherst Public Library book sale returns for spring! Enjoy a members only preview on Thursday, May 9 from 3pm - 8pm. Join the Friends of the Library at the door to take advantage! 

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

10:00am - 4:45pm
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

The Friends of the Amherst Public Library book sale returns for spring! Enjoy a members only preview on Thursday, May 9 from 3pm - 8pm. Join the Friends of the Library at the door to take advantage! 

Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16

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 and registration is required. Register here or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone.

Library Board Meeting

5:45pm - 7:15pm
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.

"What’s the Deal With Dead Man’s Curve ..." - Author Talk and Signing

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us at 7pm on Monday, May 13 for an author talk and book signing with Jim Sweeney, author of “What’s the Deal With Dead Man’s Curve and Other Really Good Questions About Cleveland." Cleveland is a curious city, full of history, quirks and pecc

Tabletop Game Time

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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.