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DISCOVER ALPL
 
Late March 2026
 
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
 
 
 
 
 
2026 Spring Friends of the Library Book Sale!
Sat., Mar. 14, 9am-5pm
Sun., Mar. 15, 10am-4pm
 
 
Browse gently used treasures from bestsellers and timeless fiction to nonfiction gems, children’s favorites, and so much more! You’re sure to find your next great read. Come support the Library and score incredible deals.
 
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Healthy Living Series: Ask a Doc - Diabetes and Its Complications
Mon., Mar. 16, 7pm-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., Mar. 18, 6pm-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., Mar. 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: The Dangers of Smoking, Vaping, Tobacco, and Nicotine
 
Tues., Mar. 17, 7pm-7:45pm
 
In this 45-minute program from ConnectWell, learn the health impacts of smoking, vaping, tobacco and nicotine. Even non-smokers can be affected by second and thirdhand smoke. Content from the ConnectWell Health & Wellness database will be shared during the program. 
 
 
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Take and Make Kitchen Projects: Mug Cake 
 
Week of March 16
 
A mug cake is the perfect single-serve treat for those times when you want something sweet but don't want to bake an entire cake. Pick up one of our food project kits that includes a list of 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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A Tour of Cleveland Restaurants in 30 Minutes - More or Less
 
Tues., Mar. 31, 7pm-8pm
 
Based on Eden Valley Enterprise's artistic director Bette Lou Higgins' new book, "Lost Restaurants of Downtown Cleveland", you'll travel back in time to visit these lost eateries to sample the food and atmosphere of these popular places during their heyday.
 
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TEENS
Acrylic Painting with Firelands Association for the Visual Arts
 
Sat., Mar. 14, 11am-12:00pm
 
An introductory course designed to help participants explore basic acrylic painting techniques and embrace their own creativity. Students will create a spring flowers/spring landscape painting following instructor guidance. 
 
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CHILDREN

Crafty Kids  
 
Mon., Mar. 30, 4pm-4:45pm 
 
Grades K-5
 
Join our staff for a fun after-school craft.
 
 
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Baby & Me Yoga
 
Sat., Mar. 14, 10am-10:45am
 
Join certified yoga instructor Jennifer Hanson-Smith for Baby & Me Yoga. This class will focus on strengthening the emotional and physical bond between you and baby. Class includes infant touch and various exercises that assist the development of your baby’s motor skills. Baby & Me Yoga will help carry you smoothly through the early months of caring for your new baby while creating movement yourself. Interactive songs and play will also be provided near the end of class. No yoga experience is required. All levels are welcome. 
 
Bring a yoga mat or beach towel, water bottle and anything needed for baby.
  
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DISCOVERYWORKS
 
Come and Play in DiscoveryWorks!
All Ages
 
Come in from the cold and find something cool to play with in DiscoveryWorks! We have new tabletop exhibits and manipulatives regularly. Say hi to Pip, Pancake, and Rocky while you’re there, too!
 
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CHECK THIS OUT!
                         
Graphic Novel Collections 
 
If you haven’t had a chance to check out one of our Graphic Novels yet, pop by and see what’s on the shelves! The Library has Graphic Novel collections located in three separate areas to cater to different ages and content levels - Children, Teen, and Adult. We add new titles and items regularly.
 
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Board Game Collection 
 
Spring is just around the corner, but there are still plenty of nights that rain, sleet, or snow might keep you and the family indoors. When that happens, check out one of the games from our Board Game collection, and make it a family fun night instead! We have dozens of games to choose from!
  
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DID YOU KNOW? 
That the Library has its own YouTube channel?
 
Check out the playlist containing all our beginner guitar lessons. Or watch an episode of ALPL Family Story Time at home!
 
 
 
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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