Meet Abe Lincoln, Start Playing With Your Food: Library Events

Upcoming events at the

Meet Mr. Lincoln

Experience an “up close and personal” visit with Abraham Lincoln on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. Gerald Payn, a Life member of the National Association of Lincoln Presenters, complete with top hat and whiskers, will entertain you with a fascinating, in-character portrayal of our 16th president.

Snack Attack

Students in grades 1 – 3 are invited on Saturday, March 3 at 11 am to bring their imaginations and appetites and give “playing with your food” at try. Registration begins Monday, Feb. 27 in the Children’s department or by calling 44o-933-8128 x253.

Relaxation and Meditation: The Science, the Art and the Joy

How can spending 10 – 20 minutes a day “doing nothing” impact your health and happiness? Find out on Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m. when Holistic Wellness Life Coach Mary Ellen Ott discusses the many benefits of meditation. Registration required at the Reference desk or by calling 440-933-8128 x249.

Tree House Club – Silly Sounds II

Kids ages 8 - 11 are invited to join the Tree House Club on Wednesday, March 7 from 4 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Make a musical membranophone, using a water bottle and a paper tube. Registration begins Wednesday, Feb. 29 in DiscoveryWorks or by calling 440-933-7848.

Red Cross Babysitting Course

Taught by certified Red Cross instructors, this course includes basic instruction in child safety and care, first aid and infant CPR. Classes are Saturdays, March 24 and 31 from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Students ages 11 – 15 are welcome and must be able to attend both sessions. $45 fee includes workbook and first aid kit. Register online at the Red Cross using the coupon code obtained at the YA desk or by calling 440-933-8128 x247.