- LIMA PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS - Fall Edition October-November 2023 650 W. Market Street Lima, Ohio 45801 419.228.5113 | www.limalibrary.com Monday – Thursday 9a – 8p Friday – Saturday 9a – 5p
Genealogy Anonymous The last Wednesday of every month@5:30p Memorial Book Room Whether you are just starting your journey or an old hand, join us as we discuss tips and tricks to genealogy success. Anime & Manga Club First and Third Thursday every month 6:30p-7:45p Auditorium Watch and chat about Japanese Anime and Manga. Share your favorite shows and watch something new. Informational Support for People Struggling with Addiction or Who Have Loved Ones with Addiction Monday, October 2@3p Memorial Book Room If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction or you’d like more information about addiction, Allen County Children Services will be here to answer your questions and provide resources. Dungeons and Dragons October 7, November 4@1p-2:30p Memorial Book Room Join us for a continuing 5e adventure! All levels welcome. Lima Writers Saturday, October 7@2p Meeting Room 2 All writers and levels are welcome to join us as we discuss the art and business of writing. This month’s discussion topic: Accepting and Using Constructive Criticism. Medicare 101 Thursday, October 12@5:30p-7:30p Memorial Book Room Gerry Burton with Allen County Council on Aging will provide information about Medicare and answer questions ahead of open enrollment which runs October 15-December 7. Matchbox Suitcases Craft Kit Friday, October 13 Ask Here Desk Do you like to travel? We’re making matchboxes and turning them into miniature suitcases. Limit 2 per person while supplies last. Color Yourself Calm: Halloween Friday, October 20@12-2p Memorial Book Room Relax and unwind with a selection of Halloween themed adult coloring pages. Bring your coloring tools or use ours. Feel free to bring a drink and snack. Just Draw Tuesday, October 24@6p Meeting Room 1 Grab your pencils and paper because we’re ready to draw. Whatever your style or experience, you can join us and let your creativity flow. Special focus: Movement. Haunted Origami Friday, October 27@4p Memorial Book Room Finish your Halloween decorations with origami ghosts, pumpkins, bats and cats! Book Hedgehogs Craft Kits Monday, October 30 Ask Here Desk How does a book turn into a cute woodland animal? Stop at the Ask Here desk to pick up a kit and find out. Things That Go Bump in the Night Tuesday, October 31 Memorial Book Room Learn history of Halloween and spooky creatures from all over the world! Devilishly delicious treats provided a spooky keychain kit. Reservations required and open October 10th. Lima Writers Saturday, November 4@2p Meeting Room 2 All writers and levels are welcome to join us as we discuss the art and business of writing. This month’s discussion topic: Writing Beyond Prose. Nature Journaling Saturday, November 4@3p Auditorium Nature journaling offers an opportunity to capture a moment and observations. Learn some of the benefits and methods then try it out! Registration is required and opens September 1st. Color Yourself Calm: Thanksgiving Friday, November 10@12-2p Memorial Book Room Relax and unwind with a selection of Thanksgiving themed adult coloring pages. Bring your own coloring tools or use ours. Feel free to bring a drink and a snack. Dramatic Reading: Pygmalion Wednesday, November 15@6p Auditorium Love the musical My Fair Lady? Come enjoy the play that inspired it! A cast of library staff and local actors will give a dramatic reading of the classic play Pygmalion. Tea and snacks provided. BINGO for Books: eBooks & eAudiobooks Thursday, November 16@1p Memorial Book Room We’re playing BINGO with eBooks and eAudiobooks. Come play BINGO with titles you can enjoy on your cell phone or table. Play BINGO; win books. Holiday Card Craft Kit Wednesday, November 22 Ask Here Desk What can you make with simple craft items? A trio of holiday cards. Pick up a kit to get a start on making your holiday cards. Holiday Pop Up Gift Card Envelope Craft Kit Tuesday, November 28. Ask Here Desk Recycle a paper bag to create a pop-up envelope. Perfect for gift card holders, small gifts, gift tags, place cards, or whatever your imagination inspires. Just Draw Tuesday, November 28@6p Meeting Room 1 Grab your pencils and paper because we’re ready to draw. Whatever your style or experience, you can join us and let your creativity flow. Special focus: Light.
*All programs take place in Youth Services unless otherwise noted. What To Do with a Mini Metal Pail? Monday, October 2@6p in Auditorium Find out what we can create with a mini metal pail. For ages 6-12. Registration is required and opens on September 25. Preschool Picasso: Salt Painting Wednesday, October 4@10:30a in Auditorium Children, 2-7 years, with a caregiver are welcome to make a fall painting using salt. Registration is required and opens on September 18. Story Time Fridays, October 6-November 17@10:30a Children birth to 5 years are welcome to join us to participate in themed stories and activities. Visit with Sophie, the Therapy Dog Saturdays, October 7 and November 18@10:30a Meet and share stories with our furry community helper and her human mom. Play & Learn Mondays, October 9 and 23, November 6 and 20@5:30p Infants through age 4 years are welcome to drop in with their caregivers to hear a story, socialize, and play with a variety of toys. Hands2Gether Signing Club Thursdays@6p October 12: Nice to Meet You (Greetings) November 9: Zoo Animals Introductory sign language fun for ages 2-8 with a caregiver. Featuring the most popular signs from our morning sessions. Come for a refresher or for the first time! Book Swap Tuesday, October 17@5-7p in Auditorium Bring in a gently used book from home to the Youth Services desk starting October 2-14 to get a ticket to come on October 17 and pick out a different book. For ages 3-12. Slime Lab Thursday, October 19@5:30p in Meeting Room 2 Drop in and make your own colorful slime to take home. For ages 5-12. Design Your Own Tote Bag Tuesday, October 24@6p in Auditorium Children 8-12 years are welcome to join us to design and decorate their own canvas tote bag. Registration is required and opens on October 16. Silly Monsters Wednesday, October 25@9a-7p Drop in to make some silly sticker monsters. Bingo for Books: Fall Edition Saturday, October 28@4p in Auditorium Toddlers through age 12 years are welcome to join us for a fall themed bingo. Caregivers should attend with younger children. Registration is required and opens on October 16. Learning Fun Kits Mondays, October 30 and November 27 Choose from one of our once-a-month kits that contain fun learning activities for ages 3-12. Preschool Picasso: Sharpie Painting Wednesday, November 1@10:30a in Auditorium Children 2-7 years, with a caregiver are welcome to make an abstract painting with sharpies and a little magic. Registration is required and opens on October 16. Let’s Get Our Gratitude On! Thursday, November 2@5-7p There are so many things to be thankful for and to help recognize this, let’s get a gratitude journal started. For ages 8-12. Drop in between these times. Registration is required to make sure you get a journal and begins on October 23. Mornings with the Maestro Saturday, November 4@10:30a in Auditorium An opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the classical sounds of the Lima Symphony Orchestra. Free and open to the public. Book It: Book Folding 101 Tuesday, November 7@6p in Auditorium Children 8-12 years are welcome to come and learn how to make folded book art. Registration is required and opens on November 1. Calculator Fun Wednesday, November 8@9a-7p Have some fun with the numbers on a calculator. Pom Pom Making Monday, November 13@6p in Meeting Room 2 Learn how to make pom poms and use them to make a keychain and a bookmark. For ages 6-12. Registration is required and opens November 6. Tweens Craft Wednesday, November 15@5-7p Drop in to make a festive leaf wreath for your door. While supplies last. Tween crafts are recommended for ages 8-12. Sticker Diamond Painting Monday, November 27@6p in Auditorium Let’s paint stickers with diamonds! For ages 6-12. Registration is required and begins November 20.
Balloon Lamps October 3 & 10 @6:30p Two part program – Create a cool hanging lamp from balloons, string and glue. Oct 3 – create your lamp shade. Oct 10 – Assemble your lamp. Paint-A-Cup October 17@6:30p Paint a plain white cup and make it your own! Duct Tape Journal October 24@6:30p Cover a plain journal and give it a personality all its own. Halloween Escape Room October 31@6:30p Happy Halloween! Take a stab at escaping from our Haunted House themed escape room. Embellished Photos November 7@6:30p Take a plain black and white photo and give it life with embroidery floss! Candle Night November 14@6:30p Make your own candle - ‘nough said! Smash Brother’s Tournament November 21@6:30p Compete in a Super Smash Brother’s Tournament! Can you take home the prize? Miniatures in a Tin November 28@6:30p Create a miniature scene inside a small tin box! Page Turners The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi Tuesday, October 10@5:30p Memorial Book Room The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager Tuesday, November 14@ 5:30p Memorial Book Room Happy Bookers Maisie Dobbs By Jacqueline Winspear Tuesday, October 17@4p Memorial Book Room Book Club books are available for pickup at the library.
“Make your own Mask” Station October 1-31 We will have everything you need to make a mask or headband for the Community Masquerade or your own Halloween festivities. All ages are welcome. Medicare 101 Monday, October 2@2p Allen County Council of Aging will present an informative session on Medicare. Open to everyone. Popcorn Party with Arin! Wednesday, October 4@11:30a In honor of National Popcorn Month join us for a story time that is sure to be a poppin’ fun time! Geared for ages 2-8 years. Registration required. Luminaries Thursday, October 12@5p Adults and teens are welcome to come and make your own luminary. Mitten Monsters Thursday, October 19@5p We will be using gloves and mittens to make monsters! All ages are welcome to attend this fun craft night. Storytime: Pumpkins Wednesday, October 25@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts, and some fun surprises. All ages are welcome. Be Thankful Wednesday, November 1 Starting in November, pick up your “Take and Make” craft bag and start counting your blessings from now until Thanksgiving. Storytime: Hedgehog Wednesday, November 8@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts, and some fun surprises. All ages are welcome. Edible Crafts Thursday, November 16@5p Come to the library and try your hand at making turkeys using food! All ages are welcome to attend. Storytime: Turkeys Wednesday, November 22@11:30a Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District Naturalist will be in the library to tell us everything we need to know about turkeys! Cairo Kids Take & Make October and November Free take and make craft kits for kids, while supplies last. Teen DIY Craft kits are available at the beginning of each month, while supplies last. October- Glitter Globes November- Turkey Craft Card Making Adults are invited to learn card making with Tina Hamp. Registration is required. Monday, October 23 @4p Monday, November 6 @4p Fire Safety with the American Township Fire Department Thursday, October 12@Noon Kids are invited to learn about fire safety and see the trucks. Registration is required. Popcorn Party with Arin! Thursday, October 26@11:30a In honor of National Popcorn Month join us for a story time that is sure to be a poppin’ fun time! Geared for ages 2-8 years. Registration required. Disney Trivia Day Saturday, October 28@10:30a Come relax and have fun as you put your Disney knowledge to the test. Compete in a team with your friends and family, the top three teams at the end will win a special prize. Jellyfish Story Time Thursday, November 9@Noon Kids enjoy a jellyfish themed story time. Registration is required. Craft Happens! Diamond Art Wednesday, November 15@4p Adults come in and make a holiday themed diamond art picture. Registration is required. Holiday Shopping Guide Thursday, November 30@5:30 Need gift ideas for the readers in your life? Stop by to learn about trending titles for all ages and discuss popular accessories for the book lovers in your life. Elida Reading Between the Spines Book Club Join us on the 4th Tuesday for a book discussion. Copies available at Cairo Branch. Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner Tuesday, October 24@5:30p The Push by Ashley Audrain Tuesday, November 28@5:30p Reading Café Book Club Join us on the 2nd Wednesday for a book discussion. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Wednesday, October 11@3p Before I Go by Brian Charles Wednesday, November 8@3p
National Cookie Month Celebration October 1st –31st In celebration of Cookie Month, check out 4 or more items in October and receive a free pack of cookies. Kids Take and Make Tuesdays October 3, November 7 Drop in on the first Tuesday of the month to grab a craft kit to go. While supplies last. Oculus by Appointment Call us and set up an appointment to use our new Oculus Quest! Ages 12 and up are invited to make an hour-long appointment. Adult & Teen Take & Make Kits Drop in at the beginning of each month and pick up a kit. October: Felt Spider Pins November: Reverse Coloring Disney Trivia Night Tuesday, October 17 @5:30p Come relax and have fun as you put your Disney knowledge to the test. Compete in a team with your friends and family, the top three teams at the end will win a special prize. Registration required. Popcorn Party with Arin! Wednesday, October 18@11a In honor of National Popcorn Month join us for a story time that is sure to be a poppin’ fun time! Geared for ages 2-8 years. Registration required. Open Play Friday October 20, November 17@11a-1p Toys and games will be available for families who drop in during this play time. Kids that attend will get to pick a prize from the treasure chest! Teen/ Adult Craft Tuesday October 24, November 21 Stop in at any point in the day to make a craft at the library. Supplies are provided for a new craft every month. While supplies last. Teddy Bear Week November 6th-10th No one loves stuffed friends more than us. Come to the library with your favorite stuffed animal and you can get a coloring page and a teddy bear keychain. While supplies last. Holiday Shopping Guide Tuesday, November 14@5:30p Need gift ideas for the readers in your life? Stop by to learn about trending titles for all ages and discuss popular accessories for the book lovers in your life. Kids Story Time Wednesday, November 15@11a Join us for stories, crafts, and a snack. All ages are welcome. Lafayette Story Time: Camp Out! Friday, October 6@10:30a Join us for camping stories and activities. iGen: Morse Code Bracelets Thursday, October 12@3p Teens are invited after school to make their own bracelets. Story Time: Popcorn Party with Arin! Friday, October 13@10:30a In honor of National Popcorn Month join us for a story time that is sure to be a poppin’ fun time! Geared for ages 2-8 years. Registration required. Free Time Friday: LEGOS Friday, October 20@10:30a Bring your little ones in for playtime with LEGOS! Beyond the Books: Crockpot/Instant Pot Recipes Tuesday, October 24@@5p Make your favorite recipe to share with others. Please bring a printout of the recipe! iGen: VR and Perler Beads Thursday, October 26@3p Teens are invited after school to make Perler bead crafts and play VR. Story Time: Silly Monsters Friday, November 3@10:30a Bring the kids in for silly stories and activities. iGen: LEGO Challenge Thursday, November 9@3p Teens are invited after school for a LEGO activity. Free Time Friday: Farm Animals Friday, November 17@10:30a Bring your little ones in for playtime with farm toys. Beyond the Books: Loom Scrubbies Tuesday, November 21@5p Non-crocheters unite! Learn an easy way to make kitchen and bath scrubbies! Spencerville 2nd Wednesday Book Club Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of each month for a book chat. Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Wednesday, October 11@3p Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson Wednesday, November 8@3p
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