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Children's Grab & Go: Scarecrow
November 10-15 This month's grab & go kit for children is a colorful scarecrow! You will be putting together a cute popsicle stick scarecrow to decorate for fall. Kits will be available at the circulation desk on a first-come, first-served basis from November 10-15th. Limit one kit per present child, while supplies last. No registration necessary. |
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No-sew Sock Snake Stuffies Thursday, Nov. 6 @ 4:00 p.m. Location: Children's Programming Room Come to Ida Rupp and make a no-sew snake stuffie! Fun to play and snuggle with! Multiple sock designs to choose from. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited to 12, registration is required. Registration opens on October 23rd. Click here to register. |
Minecraft Pixel Party Saturday, Nov. 8 @ 12:00-2:00 p.m. Location: Meeting Room Familes/Children/Teens The Minecraft Pixel Party is an exciting, hands-on event for kids, teens, and families to dive into the world of Minecraft through creativity and fun! Participants will enjoy watching the Minecraft (PG-rated) movie while getting creative with pixelated crafts and enjoying tasty treats. This immersive experience will bring the world of Minecraft to life in ways that are sure to excite fans of all ages. Whether you're crafting your own pixel art or munching on Minecraft-inspired snacks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this pixelated adventure! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. |
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Paint with Me: Autumn Monday, Nov. 10 @ 4:30 p.m. Location: Meeting Room All Ages Join us for Paint with Me: Autumn, an all-ages, guided painting experience perfect for beginners and families. We’ll walk you through each step with clear, simple directions and a visual guide so everyone leaves with a finished fall-themed painting. Along the way, you’ll practice essentials like color mixing, brush control, and layering to add depth to leaves, trees, and cozy seasonal scenes. No prior art experience needed, just bring your creativity!
All supplies provided. Please wear clothing that can get a little paint on it. Space is limited to 20 registrants; registration recommended and opens on October 27. (Children under 8 should attend with an adult.) Click here to register. |
Imagination Hour Thursday, Nov. 13 @ 12:30 p.m. Location: Children's Programming Room Ages 1-10 Children are invited to spend an hour using their imagination and socializing with others. We will supply toys, a marble racetrack, blocks, puppets, coloring pages, and crayons; you bring the imagination. Let's play! Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. |
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Tween Book Club Thursday, Nov. 13 @ 4:00 p.m. Location: Meeting Room Grades 4-8 Calling all readers in Grades 4–8! Join us for a fun and interactive book club where we dive into great stories, share our thoughts, and connect over books. In November, we’ll be talking about Olivetti by Allie Millington follows a forgotten typewriter and a lonely boy who team up to find his missing mother. As they uncover buried memories and chase clues across San Francisco, they discover the healing power of connection, truth, and a well-timed typed message. Come ready to chat about the book, enjoy themed crafts, and of course—snacks! Pick up your copy of the book at the Ida Rupp Service Desk! No registration required. |
4 Paws for Reading Monday, Nov. 17 @ 10:30 a.m. Location: Children's Programming Room Calling all kids! Come read with our therapy dog, Sophie! Therapy dogs can reduce anxiety and improve focus & attention span. Sophie will be a nonjudgmental listener as you practice your reading and communication skills with her or have us read with you to her. Bring your own book or choose one that we have available. Sign up for a 15 minute reading session. Space is limited to 4, registration is required. Registration opens on November 3rd. Click here to register. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. If the activity is full and you would like to be put on a wait list, please call the library @ 419-732-3212. |
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Port Clinton BingoWednesday, Nov. 19 @ 6:00 p.m. Location: Meeting Room All Ages Bingo fun at Ida Rupp for all ages! This version is all about our favorite Port Clinton sites & activities! Small prizes for the winners. No registration required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Music & MovementFriday, Nov. 21 @ 10:30 a.m. Location: Meeting Room Ages 2-7 Children and caregivers are invited to join us for a lively music and movement program! We will be moving and grooving as we sing, dance, and play. Kiddos will utilize fine and gross motor skills during this morning's activities. Manipulatives like scarves and shaky eggs will be available for children to use. Join us for a fun way to get out the wiggles and practice important skills. Recommended for ages 2-7. No registration required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Foil Art Tuesday, Nov. 25 @ 4:45 p.m. Location: Meeting Room Ages 7-12 Create a shiny work of art that really pops! Using a premade canvas with designs drawn in hot glue (for dimension), kids will then use aluminum foil to cover the canvas. Make your masterpiece vibrant by adding color with permanent markers. Please wear clothing that is safe to wear while working with permanent markers. Recommended for ages 7-12. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. |
To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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Wordless picture books can be a bit puzzling at first. How can a book work without words? How is this helping children hone their reading skills if there aren't words? Let's look at just a few benefits of these books. 1. Young readers have to learn the basics that we, as experienced readers, often overlook. Like, how to hold a book upright, flip pages, and read from left to right and top to bottom. Picture books without words help with this. Children can determine how to hold the book and move through it thanks to the pictures. 2. For reluctant or struggling readers, reading experiences can be frustrating or negative. Including literary experiences that are less stressful and more positive can help boost confidence and willingness to read in general. 3. Reading experiences with wordless picture books still help build skills like identifying cause and effect and utilizing context clues. They're provided in the format of pictures rather than words, which is a great way to begin working on these skills with emerging readers or reinforce them with seasoned readers. 4. Finally, these books allow for an engaging and interactive reading experience for you and your little one. The lack of words allows you to tell the story, ask questions, and make sound effects. This can be a fun interactive experience for caregivers and children that allows us to harness the wonder of our imagination. Check out some wordless picture books below! |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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Calling all caregivers! Sign up your children from birth until kindergarten for this early literacy program on Beanstack. Prizes can be picked up at the library for registration and each 100 books read. |
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Ida Rupp Public Library will be closed on Thursday, November 20th for a staff development day. Ida Rupp Public Library will be closing at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26th and will be closed for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 27th. |
Marblehead Peninsula Branch M: 10:00am - 2:00pm T: 3:00pm - 7:00pm W: 10:00am - 2:00pm Th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm F: 10:00am - 2:00pm Sa: 10:00am - 2:00pm S: CLOSED |
Ida Rupp Public Library M: 9:00am - 8:00pm T: 9:00am - 8:00pm W: 9:00am - 8:00pm Th: 9:00am - 8:00pm F: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sa: 9:00am - 5:00pm S: CLOSED |
Erie Islands Library M: 10:00am - 2:00pm T: 3:00pm - 7:00pm W: 10:00am - 2:00pm Th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm F: 10:00am - 2:00pm Sa: 10:00am - 2:00pm S: CLOSED |
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