Age Limits for Programs
Please be sure to check the age limits when registering. Our programs are specifically designed with the listed ages in mind. We want to ensure that children who do fit the age group are not prevented from signing up or attending programs. Please respect the posted age limits.
Main Branch
Countdown to Kindergarten Bags
Ages 3 – 6
Is your little one getting ready to enter kindergarten? Or maybe you’d just like to work on some fun and educational activities together?
Check out our new Countdown to Kindergarten bags! Each bag has 3 unique activities and challenges for you to complete together, along with supplies and instructions. Each bag also has a guide that matches he activities to corresponding state educational standards and childhood developmental benchmarks and milestones.
These bags are for in-library use only and cannot be taken home. Ask at the desk for the complete list of bags and activities.
Kids Board Game Collection
Check out our new board game collection! These board games are available for in-library use. We have a wide variety including Candyland, Life, Monopoly, Trouble, and much more! Stop by the Children’s Desk for a full list of games and check one out today!
Sensory Bags
Ages 3 and up
Thanks to a Libraries Accelerating Learning Grant, we now offer 7 sensory bags. You can choose from the list below:
- Auditory
- My Sensory Bag
- Proprioception Sensory Backpack
- Quiet Fidget and Fun Backpack
- Sensory on the Go
- Tactile Awareness Bag
- Visual Sensory Bag
We also offer noise reducing headphones.
These bags are to be checked out for in-library use only and cannot be taken home.
Winter Story Times
Winter Story Times will run Monday, January 6th through Friday, February 28th. Head over to our Story Time Page for full listing and descriptions.
Story time schedule is subject to change based on needs and safety of the community. If you have any questions please call 440-255-8811 option 3 for more information.
Letters to Santa
Monday, November 11th – Saturday, November 30th
All day
Ages 12 and under
Write a letter to Santa and his elves telling them what you would like for Christmas, then mail it to the North Pole in our magical mailbox. P.S. Parents, take a picture of your child’s letter as a little memento! (Wink! Wink!) No registration required.
Elf on the Library Shelf
Sunday, December 1st – Sunday, December 22nd
All day
All ages
The silly Elf on the Library Shelf is back for some mischievous fun. Come in each day to try and find him and win a prize if you do. No registration required.
Deck the Halls Holiday Story Time
Monday, December 2nd/ Thursday, December 5th/ Tuesday, December 10th/ Wednesday, December 18th/ Friday, December 20th/ Monday, December 23rd
10 AM
All ages
A special holiday story time full of books, flannels, songs and a craft. Collect all six ornament crafts! No registration required.
Escape Room: Escape to Who-Ville
Monday, December 2nd – Sunday, December 29th
Call for times
Ages 5-12
You’ll have 45 minutes to try and escape Dr. Seuss’ book How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Groups can consist of 3 or more and must be between the ages of 5-12 (parents may participate as well). Registration is required and opens 1 week prior to each date. Sign up for a 45 minute time slot for your group. One group per time slot. If the time slot states 1 available that means that time slot is open. For further information, please call the Children’s Department at 440-255-8811 ext. 220 or 221.
Yoga Kids
Thursday, December 12th
1 PM
Ages 3-6
This special story time will be led by Darlene Kelbach and our own children’s library associate. Ms. Darlene is a certified yoga instructor. She will guide the littles ones and their grown-ups through exercises in breathing and movement, all put together with a story and music. Don’t forget your yoga mat or towel! Registration is required.
Sugar Plum Tea Party
Saturday, December 14th
12 PM
Ages 4-12
Join us for a magical afternoon complete with tea and sweets, a reading of The Nutcracker, and a special visit from some dancing friends. Don’t forget to wear your fanciest clothes! Registration is required.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Story Time
Wednesday, December 18th
6 PM
Ages 3-6
You are invited to the special reading of the classic story ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and sing carols. There will also be cookies, hot cocoa, and a craft. Registration is required.
Happy Noon Year
Tuesday, December 31st
11:15 AM
Ages 3-10
Kids, don’t you wish you could stay up late to see the ball drop on New Year’s Eve? Well, now you can…at NOON! Celebrate with us and enjoy music, games, dancing, snacks, and of course…a balloon drop. Get dressed up in your best attire and let the fun begin! Registration is required.
Adopt a Pet
Tuesday, January 14th
4 PM
Ages 7-12
Learn about different pets. Adopt a stuffed animal pet and design a carrier for taking it home. Registration is required.
Goldilocks and the 3 Bears Puppet Show
Monday, January 20th
11:30 AM
All ages
Great Lakes National Puppet Theater will perform Goldilocks and the 3 Bears. There will be a question/answer session after the performance and you may take pictures with the puppets. Registration is required. Please register how many in your group.
Ozobot Hangout
Thursday, January 23rd
4 PM
Ages 8-12
Children will learn Ozobot basics while hanging out with peers. Registration is required.
Lake Branch
Grinch on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt @ Lake
December 2 – 21, 2024
All Day Event
The Grinch is back in town, and he’s determined to destroy all the holiday cheer. Help us find this grouchy green creature before he spoils all the fun! Find the Grinch and win a prize. Hiding spot changes daily. Children are welcome to play once a day. All ages.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Pine Trees, Poinsettias, and Plum Pudding: The Birth of Holiday Traditions @ Lake
Thursday, December 5, 2024
6:30pm – 7:30pm
All Ages
Celebrate the holidays by learning how some of our most cherished holiday traditions came to be. Also discussed will be how the Garfield’s celebrated the holidays in their Mentor home!
Presented by: Allison Powell, Park Ranger, James A. Garfield National Historic Site
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512 or register online. Registration begins November 21, 2024.
Master Builders @ Lake
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ages: 5-11
Join us at the Lake Branch for a monthly club where you can be creative with different building materials. Come build with LEGO, magnetic tiles, Brain Flakes, marble run, and more! No registration required.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Jingle All the Way Holiday Story Time @ Lake
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Saturday, December 21, 2024
10:30am – 11:00am
Jingle all the way to the Lake Branch for this special Holiday story time series. Each session we’ll share holiday stories, songs and crafts.
Open to all ages. No registration is necessary.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Taylor Swift Birth-TAY Party! @ Lake
Thursday, December 12, 2024
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Ages: 10-17
Tweens and Teens come Celebrate Taylor’s B-Day with other Swifties! We will make bracelets, sing along with Taylor’s music, and have Taylor inspired snacks! Ages 10-17. Registration required.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512 or register online. Registration begins November 28, 2024.
Snowflake Scavenger Hunt @ Lake
January 2-31, 2025
All Day Event
Find the different snowflakes hidden throughout the library. Write the number on the snowflake next to its match on the game sheet. Bring your answers to the front desk to get a prize.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Grab-n-Go Seasonal Crafts @ Lake
Monday, January 6, 2025
All Day Event
Enjoy a seasonal children’s craft to take and make at home. Available at Lake Branch. While supplies last.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512 or register online. No registration is required.
Storytime Stars @ Lake
Tuesday, January 7 to April 29, 2025
(No meeting on March 4th)
10:30am – 11:00am
Ages: 6 months to 5 years
Children ages 6 months to 5 years are welcome to attend this storytime at Lake Branch. Enjoy stories, music, rhymes and a craft. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Musical Munchkins @ Lake
Thursday, January 9 to May 1, 2025
(No meeting on March 6)
10:30am – 11:00am
Ages: 0-5
Join us for an interactive musical story time with music, singing, and stories. For children 5 and under. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Toddler Playdate @ Lake
Monday, January 13, 2025
10:00am – 10:30am
Ages: 18-36 months
Connect with other toddlers and families and test drive toys from the library collection. Ages 18-36 months. This program is for toddlers and their caregivers. No registration required.
For additional information, contact the Lake Branch – 440-257-2512.
Headlands Branch
Finger Paint Fridays @ Headlands
Fridays 
10:00am – 12:00pm
Bring in your little one to explore their creativity! We’ll provide the paper, paint and aprons – you provide the fun! Perfect for Pre-K!
Registration is not required, but space is limited inside the branch so there may be wait times. This activity is largely self-directed with limited interaction with staff.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000.
Pictures with Santa (and Santa’s Special Helper) @ Headlands
Saturday, December 7, 2024
2:00pm – 2:30pm or 2:30pm – 3:00pm
Stop by to get your picture taken with Santa and his extra-special helper, Major – a licensed therapy dog.
We will have crafts and cocoa after photos are taken.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or click on the link above to register online. Registration begins November 23, 2024.
Headlands Trivia!
Saturday, December 14, 2024 
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Ages: 8+
Come see what you know or learn something new with us in a fun afternoon of trivia challenges at the Headlands Branch. Always on the 2nd Saturday of the month!
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or register online. Registration begins October 26, 2024.
ROBLOX Saturday @ Headlands
Saturday, December 14, 2024
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Each month, we’ll be playing different games from Roblox! In-house computer use will be on a first-come, first-served basis, but you can still join us at the branch on your phone, computer or tablet! If you plan on attending with your own device, please let us know!
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or register online. Registration begins October 26, 2024.
Headlands Crafternoon
Thursday, December 17, 2024
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Calling all crafters! Come to the Headlands Branch for a fun afternoon of crafting! Bring your current project, meet others with similar (or radically different) interests & maybe learn a new thing or two! Open to fiber/textile artists, beaders, paper crafters, etc. All skill levels and ages welcome! No registration necessary.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000.
Headlands Crafternoon
Thursday, January 2, 2025
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Calling all crafters! Come to the Headlands Branch for a fun afternoon of crafting! Bring your current project, meet others with similar (or radically different) interests & maybe learn a new thing or two! Open to fiber/textile artists, beaders, paper crafters, etc. All skill levels and ages welcome! No registration necessary.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000.
Headlands Craft Squad Social @ Headlands
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
6:00pm – 7:30pm
A monthly meeting of crafters and artists of all skill levels and ages.Bring whatever project you’re working on (and your supplies), and enjoy the company of other crafty people. Second Wednesday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000.
Itty Bitty Bookworms Storytime @ Headlands
Thursdays, January 9 – March 27, 2025
11:30am – 12:00pm
Join us for a fun morning of stories, song, rhymes and a craft!Perfect for Pre-K! Registration is required.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000. Please register for this program.
Headlands Trivia!
Saturday, January 11, 2025
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Ages: 8+
Come see what you know or learn something new with us in a fun afternoon of trivia challenges at the Headlands Branch. Always on the 2nd Saturday of the month!
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or register online. Please register for this program.
Next Level Video Game Club
Saturday, January 11, 2025
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Kids 8+ & Teens
Do you enjoy playing games like Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Nintendo Sports?Come join us at the Headlands Branch as we take turns playing video games for the Nintendo switch.You can also bring your own portable device, and just hang out and meet new people!
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or register online. Please register for this program.
ROBLOX Saturday @ Headlands
Saturday, January 11, 2025
2:00pm – 3:00pmKids 8+ & Teens
Each month, we’ll be playing different games from Roblox! In-house computer use will be on a first-come, first-served basis, but you can still join us at the branch on your phone, computer or tablet! If you plan on attending with your own device, please let us know!
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or register online. Please register for this program.
Headlands Crafternoon
Thursday, January 21, 2025
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Calling all crafters! Come to the Headlands Branch for a fun afternoon of crafting! Bring your current project, meet others with similar (or radically different) interests & maybe learn a new thing or two! Open to fiber/textile artists, beaders, paper crafters, etc. All skill levels and ages welcome! No registration necessary.
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000.
Paper Bag Book Making @ Headlands
Monday, January 27, 2025
6:30pm – 7:30pm 
Ages: Kids 8+, Teens, & Adults
Come learn how to make a book with nothing but paper lunch bags!
For additional information, contact the Headlands Branch – 440-257-2000 or register online. Registration begins January 13, 2025.
The HUB
Polar Express Glitter Globe @ The Hub
Thursday, December 12, 2024
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ages: 6-11
All aboard! Relieve the spirit of this classic movie by making a glitter globe and personalizing it with The HUB’s Cricut!
This program will repeat on December 12. Attendees may only participate in one session.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information or register online. Registration begins November 21, 2024.
“Dear Santa” Green Screen Portraits @ Hub
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
3:30pm – 7:00pm
“Dear Santa, I was very good this year! So I would like to get my photo with you this year at The HUB!” Skip the long lines and create a new treasured memory using The HUB’s green screen!
Walk-In Anytime Between 3:30-7:00 PM. All ages welcome. No registration required.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information.
Snowman Ornaments @ The Hub
Monday, December 23, 2024
3:30pm – 6:30pm
All Ages
The cold never bothered these snowman ornaments anyways. Add this frosty addition to your tree this holiday.
Walk-In anytime between 3:30-6:30PM. No Registration Required.
All Ages Welcomed! One per person, while supplies last.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information.
Word of the Year Bracelets @ The Hub
Monday, December 30, 2024
3:30pm – 7:00pm
All Ages
Kick off 2025 in style! Choose an inspiring “Word of the Year” and create a dazzling beaded bracelet to keep the vibe going throughout the new year!
Walk-in anytime between 3:30-7:00 p.m. All ages welcome. No registration required.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information.
The HUB closed 12/3/241 & 1/1/25
The HUB branch is closed 12/3/241 & 1/1/25.
Happy Holidays!
Winter Suncatchers @ The Hub
Thursday, January 2, 2025
3:30pm – 7:00pm
All Ages
Paint one of several suncatcher designs to make your window merry and bright.
Walk into The HUB anytime 3:30-7:00, while supplies last.
All ages welcome. No registration required.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information.
Dream Boards @ The Hub
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ages: 6-11
A dream is a wish your heart makes… Help your dreams come true in the new year with a Dream Board, made from your own imagination and The HUB’s Cricut Maker!
This event repeats on January 14th. Attendees may only participate in one session.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information or register online. Registration begins December 24, 2024.
Winter Bird Feeders @ The Hub
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Thursday, January 16, 2025
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ages: 6-11
Join the flock at The HUB to create some treats for our feathered friends!
This program will repeat on January 16th. Attendees may only participate in one session.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information or register online. Registration begins December 26, 2024.
Whimsy Winks Pillowcase @ The Hub
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ages: 6-11
Cuteness overload! Learn how to make an adorable pillowcase with a with a little help from The HUB’s Cricut Maker and Heat Press!
This program will repeat on January 29th. Attendees may participate in one session only.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information or register online. Registration begins January 8, 2025.
Groundhog Predictions @ The Hub
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Thursday, January 30, 2025
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ages: 6-11
Awaken the groundhog after a long winter sleep with some magic from The HUB’s laser engraver! Create and decorate your own peek-a-boo pal!
This program repeats on January 30th. Attendees may participate in one session only.
This program is open to the public. The program will be held at the HUB at Mentor High School (6477 Center St). Call the library at 440-205-6011 for more information or register online. Registration begins January 9, 2025.