Upcoming library events

ADULT DEPARTMENT

Monday, June 28 (7 p.m.) SURPRISES AROUND THE BEND – Richard Hasler will discuss his book "Surprises Around the Bend: 50 Adventurous Walkers" which looks at the stories of famous walkers and how we can use walking to access creativity and insight. Books will be available for signing.

CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT

Wednesday, June 16 (11 a.m.) BOOK BUZZ – Read and discuss "How I Became a Pirate" and then stick around for some pirate activities. For grades 2-5.

Monday, June 21 (10 a.m.) HOW I BECAME A PIRATE – Enjoy a hands-on experience with Chef Sherry. Learn how to create delicious treats and discover the benefits of learning how to cook with our own Sherry Letzelter of Sherry's Classic Cuisines. For grades 2-5.

Wednesday, June 23 (11 a.m.) BOOKS, JR. – Discuss short books and participate in fun activities. For grades 3-4.

Tuesday, June 22 (2 p.m.) BOOK BUCCANEERS – Discuss a sea-worthy book and then have fun with a related activity. For grades 1-2.

Wednesday, June 30 (2 p.m.) WHO LIKES THE WATER? – Do you know which animals like to live in and around water? You might be surprised! Find out more when Dave Wolf from the Lake Erie Nature & Science Center brings some of his water friends. For all ages.

And of course there are weekly storytimes for all ages beginning the week of June 14:

TWILIGHT TALES - Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. for ages birth-5 years.

SNUGGLE BUGS - Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for ages birth-30 months.

BOOK BUDDIES - Thursdays at 10 a.m. or 2:45 p.m., Big Buddies for grades 5 and up; Little Buddies for grades 1-3.

MORNING MOVERS - Thursdays at 10 a.m. for ages 1-3.

PRESCHOOL - Thursdays at 2:45 p.m. for ages 3-5.

FRIDAY FUN - Fridays at 10 a.m. for ages birth-5 years.

Joyce Sandy works in the Children's Department of the Bay Village Branch Library.