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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jun-Jul
2025
Color Our World: Summer Reading 2025
All Day 6/9 - 7/30
All Ages
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
In Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Event Details:
Color Our World at the Amherst Public Library this summer! Summer Reading 2025 begins Monday, June 9 and continues through 5pm on Wednesday, July 30!
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Jul
12
2025
Sat
Friends of the Library Shredding Day
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Outside - Parking Lot
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
The Friends of the Amherst Public Library annual free document shredding event will take place in the library parking lot on Saturday, July 12 from 9am - 12pm (or until the truck is full). There is a limit of five boxes or bags per vehicle.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Summer Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Community Room A/B
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Books & Reading,
Reading Enrichment,
Storytime
Event Details:
Just for summer! Stories, songs, and rhymes for children 2 - 6 years old and their caregivers every Monday at 10:30am in June and July.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
8
2025
Tue
Storytime in the Park
10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Offsite
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Books & Reading,
Reading Enrichment,
Storytime
Event Details:
Meet us at the Amherst Township Park (44780 Middle Ridge Rd) for stories, songs, and outdoor fun designed for children of all ages and their caregivers. We’ll be at the park every Tuesday in June and July at 10:30am!
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Waddlers Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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 babies and little ones up to 24 months old and their caregivers.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
Storytime at the Storybook Trail
10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Offsite
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for a special storytime at the Comet Pride Storybook Trail (Amherst Junior High School Campus at 548 Milan Avenue). Enjoy stories, songs, and outdoor fun designed for children of all ages and their caregivers.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Paint Tracks: Painting with Cars!
11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Outside - Front Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Painting can be done with more than just brushes! Kids ages 2-6 are invited to join us outside on the library’s front lawn to use some toy cars and paint to make their own little masterpiece!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Play-Doh Playdate
11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Community Room A/B
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Sensory Play
Event Details:
Squish, stretch, and shape Play-Doh in a variety of open-ended play activities. Designed for ages 3-8. All supplies are provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
12
2025
Sat
Messy Art Day
11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Outside - Front Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Splatter, splash, and spray! Dress for a mess and come prepared to make art with paint and a variety of tools and techniques. Designed for children of all ages.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Community Room A/B
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
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1 pm |
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop in the second-floor lobby every Wednesday, June 11 through July 23, from 2pm - 5pm for our Summer Craft Days! We’ll provide everything kids need to make a fun craft!
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
8
2025
Tue
The Day the Crayons Get Ready for Kindergarten!
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Community Room A/B
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Presentation
Event Details:
Get Kindergarten ready with our favorite group of colorful characters! Engaging activities will be provided to reinforce the skills needed for your first year of school. Designed for kids ages 4-6 with a caregiver present.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Diamond Art: Book Covers
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Community Room A/B
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Decorate a book cover in diamonds! Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite book from home to decorate, but all other supplies will be provided.
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5 pm |
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Amherst Public Library
Room:
Community Room A/B
Event Details:
Join us on Thursday, July 10 at 6:30pm to try your hand at crafting a signature mocktail! A variety of ingredients will be available for you to experiment with, including flavor syrups, aromatics, mixers, and garnishes.
Disclaimer(s)
Food will be served at this program. If you have allergy concerns, please contact the library at 440-988-4230.
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