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Every Tuesday | 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bring your little ones (Ages 0-5) to Story Time at Ida Rupp Public Library. Every Tuesday, we will enjoy stories, music, movement, crafts/activities, and socialization. A playtime session will follow to help promote social skills—staying after is encouraged! No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. August Themes:
August 04 – Vehicles
August 11 – Bugs
August 18 – School
August 25 - Picnic (meet at the Ida Rupp Story Walk, bring blanket) |
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Thur., Aug 06 & 20 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. Lil’ Explorers (Ages: Infant-5) gives little ones a chance to explore and imagine through dramatic play. This session’s theme is school. We’ll have a circle time with stuffed animals, a school bus, and more! Through hands-on play, little explorers will practice social skills, creativity, and imaginative thinking in a fun and welcoming environment.
All supplies will be provided. No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. |
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Mon., Aug 10 & 24 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wiggles & Giggles is a music and movement program designed for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Join us for songs, dancing, rhythm activities, and interactive movement. This engaging program helps develop early literacy, motor skills, coordination, and social interaction while providing opportunities for little ones to move their bodies and express themselves through music. Come ready to sing, dance, wiggle, and giggle! A playtime session will follow to help promote social skills—staying after is encouraged! Themes:
August 10 - Animals
August 24 - Colors No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. |
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Tuesdays* | 10:30-11:30 AM *Begins Aug 4
Homeschool Hour is designed for students in grades K-5th. Each week will feature a different hands-on STEM activity. - Aug 4 - Motion
- Aug 11 - Sink or Float
- Aug 18 - Simple Machines
- Aug 25 - Wind Powered Boats*
*outside (weather permitting)
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Wed., Aug 5 | 3:30-4:30 PM Calling all fans! Join us for an hour of fun as we discuss all thing Pokemon! We will have Pokemon themed activities and snacks. You can also bring your own cards if you wish to trade with others. This program is specifically for students ages 5 to 14.* *Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult |
Wed., Aug 12 | 3-5 PM Kids will gain confidence and improve their reading skills as they read aloud to cute and nonjudgmental listeners, bunny rabbits! Families with children grades K-5th can sign up for 15-minute slots; there are limited slots available and you must register in advance. Registration opens on July 29. Click here for more info. |
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Mon., Aug. 17 | 2-4 PM Get your backpack back-to-school ready by creating your own bag tag or button! All supplies will be provided. This is a “drop-in” program designed for students going into K through 12th grade. *Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. |
Fri., Aug 28 | 1-2 PM Come listen to the beginning of a popular chapter book* while we do simple, relaxing arts and crafts. All supplies will be provided. Intended for students aged 6-17. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. *Audio Book: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown |
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Mon., Aug. 03 | 4:00-5:30 p.m. Join us for Paint Together: Beginner, a painting program designed for participants of all ages who are new to painting. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults are welcome to provide supervision or participate with registration. In a guided painting experience, we'll walk you through each step with clear directions and visual examples so everyone can leave with a finished painting. Along the way, you'll practice foundational techniques such as color mixing, brush control, layering, shading, and blending. No prior painting experience is needed—just bring your creativity and willingness to learn! All supplies provided. Please wear clothing that can get a little paint on it. Space is limited to 20 registrants; registration required and opens on July 20. All registered attendees will create their own painting. |
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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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The Skeleton and the Cat
Written by: Brandon James Scott Review by: Sharlene An unexpected friend shows up at Skeleton's front door. At first Skeleton doesn't want Cat to be anywhere near her front door. However, after a spectacularly bad joke, Cat is allowed inside. Throughout the day Cat shows Skeleton different ways to bring joy into her life. Towards the end the two become friends. |
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How it Works: 2. Use the app to keep track of each book you read to your child 3. Prizes can be picked up at the library for registration AND each 100 books read |
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Ida Rupp Public Library
310 Madison Street Port Clinton, Ohio 43452 (419) 732-3212 www.idarupp.org
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