DISCOVER ALPL
 
Late February 2026
 
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
 
 
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Hibernate with a Good Book Winter Reading Challenge!
Concludes Sat., Feb. 28
 
The Winter Reading Challenge concludes at the end of February. Make sure that you pop in to the Library to turn in all of your progress!
 
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Healthy Living Series: Ask a Doc - Heart Health
Mon., Feb. 16, 7-8pm
 
Join Dr. Alex Zolli, M.D., with the Lorain County Community College, for a practical health series and ask the questions you've always wanted to ask. Also gain expert tips and ask questions to take charge of your everyday wellness!
 
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I’m Possible Game Nights
Wed., Feb. 18, 6-8pm
 
Looking for community? Join us for a pop-up game night anytime between 6pm and 8pm. Bring your family, invite a friend, and be ready to have fun in a supportive and non-competitive environment. 
 
Hosted by I'm Possible Games, a Lorain County non-profit that aims to build a space where people of all abilities can interact, free of expectations and full of fun.
 
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ADULTS 
ConnectWell: Health Literacy 
Thurs., Feb. 12, 7pm-7:30pm
 
In this 30-minute webinar from ConnectWell, learn how to access the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database via the Library's website and search for health information about a wide range of health conditions, as well as lifestyle medicine and healthy recipes. 
 
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ConnectWell: Exploring Medication and Weight-Loss Surgery for Obesity
 
Tues., Feb. 17, 7pm-7:45pm
 
In this 45-minute program from ConnectWell, learn about medications and weight-loss surgeries for obesity. Content from the ConnectWell Health & Wellness Database will be shared during the program.  
 
 
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Take & Make Kitchen Projects: Homemade Yogurt 
 
Feb. 16-22
 
Have you ever wanted to make your own homemade yogurt? Pick up one of our food project kits---each bag contains ingredients and/or tools, along with instructions (you’ll need to add a few items from your own kitchen). If you’d like to learn more about any featured topic check out the included suggested reading lists. Kits are first come, first served.
 
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In Context: A Current Events Book Club
 
Thurs., Feb. 19, 7pm-8pm
 
If you like reading and talking about current events, please join us for this all-new book club. Select and read a book (fiction or nonfiction) from the Library's collection that relates to the month's theme, and then share the book at the meeting. 
 
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CHILDREN
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Wiggle & Giggle: A Sing-Along Adventure  
 
Sat., Feb. 21, 11am-11:45am 
 
Get ready to jump, wiggle, and dance all around to sing-along music with Miss Misty and her guitar. This interactive sing-along show gets children moving from start to finish.
 
 
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Yoga Buddies
 
Sat., Feb. 28, 10am-10:30am
 
Join kids’ yoga instructor Kate Matos for some movement and poses to help you bend, stretch, bond, and breathe with your little one! Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and a water bottle. 
 
 
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DISCOVERYWORKS
 
 
Brown Bag Science
Ages 3-5, 6-7, 8-11
Sat., Feb. 14
 
Experiment, explore and create! Each month, stop by DiscoveryWorks to pick up materials for fun hands-on science and art activities you can do at home. No registration required. One per child, while supplies last.
 
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CHECK THIS OUT!
                         
kanopy 
 
Feel like a bit of late night viewing, but the library is closed? Tired of paying a mint for streaming services? Have the kiddos watched everything and they need something new? 
 
Kanopy is the answer! Free to use with your Avon Lake Public Library card, Kanopy is an online streaming service that provides access to television programs, movies, documentaries, and children’s programming on demand. Kanopy is ad-free and can be enjoyed on an array of devices including TVs, mobile phones, tablets, and online (PC).
 
Signing up is easy - and we’re happy to help you get started. Stop by the Info desk next time you’re in to find out more or click the "Learn More" button below.
 
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Digital Media at Your Fingertips 
 
Whether you are new to digital media or an experienced user, the Library has something for you! We offer a wide variety of titles on several platforms including Libby and Hoopla. Borrow eBooks, Audiobooks, videos, or magazines – even comics! Check out the resources and tutorials available on our website to get started or pop in to the information desk the next time you’re here to find out more! 
 
 
 
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DID YOU KNOW? 
That the Library offers Notary services to all Ohio residents free of charge?
 
If you’ve been paying for these services at your bank or at another vendor - or if you’ve struggled to find a vendor to supply Notary Public services in evening or weekend hours, this service might be just the perfect thing for you! Appointments are preferred to ensure that Notaries are on staff and available to perform services. 
 
For more information, see our website, ask any one of our staff, or call our information desk at 440-933-8127.
 
Website information about our services:
 
 
Additional details available here:
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DON'T FORGET!
Winter Reminders:
 
Curbside Pickup: Winter weather is here, and we offer curbside pickup! All you need to do is put items on hold, and once they are available, drive up, call up, and let us know that you’re ready to pick up! Ask any of our staff for more information about this service. 
 
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Library Closures: Any Library closures will be announced via the Library website and Facebook. 
 
 
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Avon Lake Public Library
32649 Electric Blvd.
Avon Lake, Ohio 44012
440-933-8128

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