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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: 23

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.

Toddler Olympics

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Go for the gold! Families with children ages 18-36 months can sign up to participate in our indoor summer games! Little ones and their grown-ups will participate in Olympic-themed games and movement activities to earn their gold medal status!

Summer Slime Days

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Sensory Play
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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 beginning Monday, August 5. Dress for a mess!

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: 21

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.

Baby Playdate

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

Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from July 11 through August 15 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray.

Birding in Lorain County

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:

Have you been curious about birding but aren't sure where to start? Join us on Thursday, August 15 at 6:30pm to learn all about the basics of local birding with Rob Swindell, President of the Black River Audubon Society!

Music + Movement 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

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

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: 22

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

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Summer Slime Days

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Sensory Play
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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 beginning Monday, August 5. Dress for a mess!

Adult Crafternoon: Pour Painting

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, August 19 at 2:30pm or Monday, August 26 at 6:30pm to create your own unique artwork! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an 8x10 pour painting.

Canine Reading Buddies

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.

Alzheimer’s Association® Support Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
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

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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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. 

Adventures in Beachcombing

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn more about beach glass and beachcombing? Join us with special guest Shea Alltmont on Thursday, August 22 at 6pm!

Adapted Storytime

11:15am - 12:00pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Enrichment, Sensory Play, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A program designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime program! Join for a monthly Saturday Adapted Storytime at 11:15am.

Adult Craft Night: Pour Painting

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, August 19 at 2:30pm or Monday, August 26 at 6:30pm to create your own unique artwork! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an 8x10 pour painting.

Tokusatsu Club

6:00pm - 8:15pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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.

Baby Playdate

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

10:00am - 11:00am
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. 

This month the group is reading "Horse" by Geraldine Brooks.