Week Two

Here’s to the official start of summer (the first day was officially yesterday)!  It’s definitely been a wet spring, so hopefully the rain will subside, and bring the sunshine. We had lots of fun during our storytimes last week. 

This morning, our friend Ayla the Golden Retriever came by for our Tail Waggin’ Tutors program. Being an exceptionally sweet dog, Ayla makes a great partner to read with. Kids of all ages can read to Ayla, or just share in her company. The next time she will be in is July 20^th at 10:30am. 

For the second week of SRP we have lots of creative and inventive programs. Wednesday, artist Augusto Bordelois will be coming again to share his exciting painting program, “Action Painting”. This program helps children build skills to be a team player as they paint blindfolded. This was so popular last year that we will be having two sessions—2 or 3pm. Take your pick, and click here to register: https://goo.gl/Mwk9ky

Thursday we will be having “Magic is Fun”. Kids will learn some tricks of the trade from Magician Gordon, and will get a starter kit to take home. We’ve been pleasantly surprised with the interest, and currently the program is booked. However, a waiting list has started. If you’re interested in being put the waiting list, click here to register: https://goo.gl/PQ8kG1

The first of our Crafternoons is also Thursday. Using conductive thread and LED lights or Sharpie marker tie-dye, participants can create their own unique T-shirt capes, perfect for pretty much every day. Click here to register:https://goo.gl/bu9Kg3 And, last but not least, teens can come for the Teen Movie Night from 5:30-8 to watch Captain America: Winter Soldier Click here to register: https://goo.gl/VlDYNL. 

We’ll be finishing off week two with "Explore the Floor". This program is geared towards babies from birth to two and their caregivers. Using different educational activities and toys, babies can learn and explore. Click here to register:https://goo.gl/Wmz6H9

Don't forget if you and your littles haven't signed up for Summer Reading, it's never too late!

Week One

And we’re off! We’ve started our first week of Summer Reading off with a bang. Every day we have something going on, whether it be a program, fun scavenger hunt, or our awesome free summer lunch.

The first session of our Summer Storytime starts tomorrow. This year, to include more children in Storytime, we’ve grouped it to welcome children ages 3-6, with two different sessions-10-10:30 am and 1:30-2 pm. To register click here. As well as Summer Storytime, our Babypalooza is up and running this week. This storytime is geared towards babies from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Using fun rhymes, lap bounces, and books everyone has fun while incorporating early literacy skills essential to your growing little one. Join us this Thursday from 10-10:30 am.To register click here. 

Last month we planted a container garden just outside the window of the children’s department in a new Garden Storytime. This Friday will be the second session. With the sun hopefully shining, we’ll take this storytime outside and read books, sing songs, and enjoy summer. We’ll also check up and see how our garden is growing. A lot has happened since May! 

To finish off the first week of Summer Reading we’ll be having our first ever Family MovieNight! In line with the Summer Reading superhero theme, we’ll be having a special after-hours showing of the popular Big Hero 6. Brink a blanket or pillow, and come get cozy with us! Registration is not required, and make sure you bring a friend, because there will be popcorn. And popcorn is best when you're eating it with a friend while watching a great movie at the library. 

Gearing Up for Summer Reading

It's hard to believe, but SRP 2015 is upon us! With only 35 days left, we've been very busy planning, preparing, and organizing! Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins June 1st. Come into the library to sign up and get your materials. The actual fun (and craziness) begins June 15th, and we're hoping to keep you and your family busy, entertained, and engaged for 8 weeks!

In tandem with Summer Reading, we will also be hosting our Summer Lunch program. Lunch begins June 15th and runs through August 7th. We are partnering with the Lorain County Boys and Girls Club again to offer free summer lunches for kids up to 18 years old. Lunches will be served Monday through Friday at GMPL, Colonial Oaks, and Eaton Estates from 12-1 pm. We hope to see you there!

If you want to take a peek at some of our exciting upcoming summer programs check out our Kids page: http://gmplibrary.org/kidsupcomingprograms.You can start registering today for these programs!

To celebrate the end of our 8 week Summer Reading Program we are having a party for all ages to enjoy! Our Summer Reading Rumpus will be held at Willow Park, and will have all kinds of activities for the whole family. To make this Rumpus as fun and exciting as possible we're bringing people from all over Northeast Ohio! We'll be having a  variety of cool trucks for Touch-a-Truck fun, great live music by Essential Groove, children's homesteading activities provided by Bring the Farm to You, balloon-benders, face painting, a caricature artist and delicious food!

 Pizza will be available for purchase at the Rumpus from The Fire Truck Pizza Company. They will be joining us from Cleveland and we promise it won't be like any pizza experience you've had before. As they say, it's a fire truck and a pizza party! The truck features a wood-burning oven imported from Italy, and the original, functioning deck water gun!

We are sure this summer is going to be a great one! Our children's department container garden was started this weekend with more garden programs planned throughout the summer. We'll also be having a few more programs before SRP starts, like our Crafternoon: Bird Feeders. Using household items participants can make their own bird feeders to feed our feathered friends. Join us for this fun program on Monday, May 18th from 4-5pm. Come early while supplies last!

We hope to see you soon !