March 2026 Newsletter
In this Issue

Newsletters, Blog, & Social Media
Programs for March
One-on-One Tech Help
Spice Club
Painting Together: March Showers (Adults class)
Book Bedazzling
Book Discussions
New Books for March 2026
Adult Program Survey
Library App
Library Hours

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Blog
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Programs for March
One-on-One Tech Help
Adults
March Dates
Thursday 5th @ 10 am
Friday(s) 13th, 20th, 27th @ 2pm
Monday 30th @ 3pm
 
Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our in person, 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Ida Rupp Public Library.
 
Space is limited to 1 Person per Session, registration is required.
Woman in Using a Laptop in the Library
Spice Club
Adults
March 9-14 
 Each month, expand your palate and try something new by picking up a Spice Club packet from the circulation desk! Every packet will include a sample of a unique spice or herb, information about its origins and flavor profile, and 2 recipes. Registration is not required for this grab-and-go, but samples are only available during regular library hours from December 8th through the 13th on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one packet per patron while supplies last. 
 
This month's spice: Za'atar
Painting Together: March Showers (Adults class)
Adults
March 23; 4:30-6 PM
  
Join us for Paint Together: March Showers, an adult guided painting experience perfect for beginners. We’ll walk you through each step with clear directions and a visual guide so everyone can leave with a finished painting. Along the way, you’ll practice basics like color mixing, brush control, and layering. No prior art experience needed—just bring your creativity! All registered attendees will do the craft, please register only those who will participate..
 
All supplies provided. Please wear clothing that can get a little paint on it. Space is limited to 20 registrants; registration required and opens March 9th.
This class is seperate from Paint Together: Families
 
Book Bedazzling
Adults
Wednesday, March 25 2026 2 pm - 4 pm
Want to make your favorite book extra special? Come into Ida Rupp Public Library and bedazzle it! Bedazzling is the art of gluing rhinestones to a surface to customize it. We have everything you need to make your books sparkle, all you need to do is supply the book! Note: books with simpler covers will be easier to finish within the timeframe.
We will have a few books on hand if you don't have one, but those will be limited.
Space is limited to 10, registration is required. Registration opens on March 11. 
Book Discussions
Mystery Book Discussion
March 5th @ 10 am
Kill Your Darlings by Peter Swanson
@Ida Rupp Public Library
 
March's Mystery Book Discussion selection is Kill Your Darlings by Peter Swanson. 
 
Registration is not required and new members are always welcome!
 
Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk following the Febuary 5th meeting.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion
March 17 th @ 10:30 am
The Heart of Winter by Jonathan Evison
@R Coffee Corner
3848 Harbor Light Landing Drive
 
Join us at R Coffee Corner to discuss this months book and enjoy refreshments together!
 
The title for February is, The Antidote by Karen Russell .
Pick up a copy of the book at the public services desk at Ida Rupp. 
 
New members always welcome! 
No registration required. 
We Read Wednesday
March 25 th @ 10 am
The Fury by Alex Michaelides
@Ida Rupp Public Library
 
Looking for the next good book or author to read.  Join us at the Ida Rupp Library for “We Read Wednesday." No registration required.  ALL readers welcome!  
 
March 25th, 2026  - The fury by Alex Michaelides
New Books for March 2026
Click on a book cover to go to our online catalog and place a hold.
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Daughter of Egypt by Marie Benedict
The Night We Met (Standard Edition) by Abby Jimenez
The Bookstore Diaries (Standard Edition) by Susan Mallery
Want to Know a Secret? by Freida McFadden
Judge Stone by James Patterson
Felicia's Favorites by Danielle Steel
All Booked Up by Melody Carlson
Bloodlust by Sandra Brown
A Day of Judgment by Charles Todd
Everyone in This Bank Is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson
The Final Storm by Fern Michaels
Finlay Donovan Crosses the Line by Elle Cosimano
The Golden Boy by Patricia Finn
The Harvey Girl by Dana Stabenow
It Girl by Allison Pataki
The Keeper by Tana French
Lake Effect by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney
Life: A Love Story by Elizabeth Berg
Mistakes Were Made (Standard Edition) by Lucy Score
The Moonlight Runner by Karen Robards
The News from Dublin: Stories by Colm Toibin
The News from Dublin: Stories by Colm Toibin
No Matter What by Cara Bastone
Once and Again by Rebecca Serle
Python's Kiss: Stories by Louise Erdrich
The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives by Elizabeth Arnott
Served Him Right by Lisa Unger
Adult Program Survey
Have a few minutes? We’d love your input!
 
Our Adult Programming Interest Survey is now available, and your feedback will help shape future programs at the library. Whether you're interested in history, arts and crafts, technology help, wellness topics, or social events, we want to hear from you.
 
Please take a moment to click the link and complete the survey. Your responses will directly influence the types of classes, lectures, and events we plan in the coming months.
 
Thank you for helping us create programs that reflect the interests of our community!
 
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Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 - 8:00
Tuesday: 9:00 - 8:00
Wednesday: 9:00 - 8:00
Thursday: 9:00 - 8:00
Friday: 9:00 - 5:00
Saturday: 9:00 - 5:00
 
Ida Rupp Public Library
310 Madison Street
Port Clinton, Ohio 43452
(419) 732-3212
www.idarupp.org