Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Camp Sue Osborn In-Person

Informational meeting.

Frances Cleveland Room, Main

LEGO at the Library In-Person

No registration needed. Love LEGO? Flex your creative muscles and join us for LEGO Club. For ages 5 to 12.

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Family Story Time In-Person

Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 3-6, but all ages are welcome. Weather permitting story times will be held outside. No registration is required.

Main Lawn 2, Main

Masterpiece Mondays In-Person

Registration is required as all supplies will be provided. for ages 6 to 12. Spotlight on a famous artist with a brief history through their work. Then create your own masterpiece in their style. Check schedule for location.

Village Room, Main

Mentor United Investors In-Person

Monthly meeting

Frances Cleveland Room, Main

Dot Day In-Person

Registration begins June 23, 2025 Ages 4-6. We’ll read The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds which is about how everyone holds a creative spark. Then we’ll explore various ways of creating with dots. Let's see your polka dot attire!

Village Room, Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Viaquest Volunteers In-Person

https://mentorpl.libcal.com/ajax/calendar/monthly?c=11397&date=2020-03-30&monthly=true&audience=&cats=&camps=5499&callback=s_lc_calendar_monthly

Frances Cleveland Room, Main

Christian Women's Connection Lake County In-Person

Monthly meeting.

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Tiddlywinks In-Person

Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners. No registration necessary. Story time will be held outside unless inclement weather.

Main Lawn, Main

MPL use - Admin In-Person

Open director hours with staff.

Frances Cleveland Room, Main

Ceramics for Kids In-Person

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS JUNE 24th. AGES 7-12. Children will learn basic clay techniques to create several art pieces.

Village Room, Main

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado) (Virtual) In-Person / Online

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Desde demostraciones de libros de cocina y talleres de cómics hasta creación de másc......More

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Desde demostraciones de libros de cocina y talleres de cómics hasta creación de máscaras y clases de idiomas, esta biblioteca tiene algo para todos los gustos y Lobito está deseando mostrárselo.Raúl the Third usa su cultura y su experiencia de crecer en la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México para inspirar su arte y sus historias. Se animará a los estudiantes a explorar su mundo a través de una perspectiva creativa. Se planea un dibujo conjunto y se recomiendan materiales y papel para dibujar.Por Favor: Tenga en cuenta que esta fecha tendremos dos presentaciones de Raúl the Third: una en español y otra en inglés. Asegúrese de registrarse en el formato que prefiera.Sobre el autor: Raúl the Third es un ilustrador, autor y artista superventas del New York Times y tres veces ganador del premio Pura Belpre, residente en Boston. Su obra se centra en la experiencia mexicoamericana contemporánea y sus recuerdos de su infancia en El Paso, Texas, y Ciudad Juárez, México. Actualmente está adaptando sus libros "World of Vamos!" a una serie animada de televisión con Silvergate Media y Mercury Filmworks. The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Mentor Public Library.Join Meeting: https://libraryc.org/mentorpl/80088

Online, Main

One on One Tech Appointment In-Person

Registration begins June 23. Do you want to know how to download an eBook or use one of the library's digital services? Do you need help with a Microsoft product like Word, Excel, or Windows? Are you having trouble with Zoom? Having a problem with your mobile phone or t......More

Registration begins June 23. Do you want to know how to download an eBook or use one of the library's digital services? Do you need help with a Microsoft product like Word, Excel, or Windows? Are you having trouble with Zoom? Having a problem with your mobile phone or tablet? Wish you could have some advice?Schedule an appointment with one of our Reference librarians for one-on-one help! Call 440-255-8811 ext. 247 to make an appointment.Please make sure to have any email addresses and passwords you need to log in to the account in question.Before your session:Please have an idea of what you want to learn. It may help to write out questions beforehand.Make sure to bring passwords to access your device and/or accountsBring in any device you need help withWe are unable to troubleshoot or fix malfunctioning devices, replace physical parts on devices, or participate in credit card transactions.

MPL Commons, Main

Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade) (Virtual) In-Person / Online

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this......More

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can’t wait to show you. Raúl the Third uses his culture and his experience growing up on the US and Mexico border to inspire his art and his storytelling. Students will be encouraged to explore their world through a creative lens. A draw along is planned, drawing supplies and paper are recommended. Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.About the Author: Raúl The Third is a New York Times bestselling and three-time Pura Belpre award-winning illustrator, author, and artist living in Boston. His work centers around the contemporary Mexican-American experience and his memories of growing up in El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. He is currently adapting his World of Vamos! books into an animated television series with Silvergate Media and Mercury Filmworks. The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Mentor Public Library.Join Meeting: https://libraryc.org/mentorpl/78040

Online, Main

North Coast Crochet Guild In-Person

Monthly meeting.

Frances Cleveland Room, Main

Wildwood Quilters Guild In-Person

Monthly meeting.

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Lake County Master Gardeners Volunteers In-Person

General meeting

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Tiddlywinks In-Person

Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners. No registration necessary. Story time will be held outside unless inclement weather.

Main Lawn, Main

MPL Board Committee Meeting In-Person

Joint committees meeting.

James R. Garfield Room, Main

COOKBOOK CLUB In-Person

Once per month, we host a cookbook club-meets-potluck event that always draws a crowd. Each member picks a recipe from the same book and they bring in the dish to share. Led by local chef LaDonna Oltmanns. The result is a potluck with lots of talk about cooking and reci......More

Once per month, we host a cookbook club-meets-potluck event that always draws a crowd. Each member picks a recipe from the same book and they bring in the dish to share. Led by local chef LaDonna Oltmanns. The result is a potluck with lots of talk about cooking and recipes and how to improve on them. This month's cookbook is HOW TO GRILL EVERYTHING: SIMPLE RECIPES FOR GREAT FLAME-COOKED FOOD BY MARK BITTMAN. Please bring a plate and utensils for yourself and a serving spoon for your dish.Space is limited. Starting June 14, check with the information desk to see if space and a copy of the cookbook are available for this month's meeting. Follow food safety protocols when preparing and serving food. Please have a copy of the recipe available.

Village Room, Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Sand Art for Tots In-Person

Register to try different sand art techniques geared to the younger crowd. For ages 2 to 5. Please only for the younger children.

Main Lawn, Main

Sand Art Extravaganza In-Person

Register to try your hand at different ways to create sand art. Plan to get messy. There will be a snack. Open to ages 6 to 12. No younger siblings please

Main Lawn, Main

Let's Cook - Gochujang Potatoes with Chickpeas In-Person

Registration is required and begins June 26. Join us for a cooking demonstration featuring plant-based recipes with LaDonna from "Let's Cook!" mobile cooking school. For this meeting, LaDonna will be making Gochujang Potatoes with Chickpeas. Space is limited.

Village Room, Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Walk in the Park Story Time In-Person

Open to all ages with a caregiver. Junior ranger activities are aimed at ages 4 and older. Junior Ranger Story Time; a special summer story time. We will meet promptly at the entrance to the library at 10:00 AM. Then we will walk together to the James A. Garfield Nation......More

Open to all ages with a caregiver. Junior ranger activities are aimed at ages 4 and older. Junior Ranger Story Time; a special summer story time. We will meet promptly at the entrance to the library at 10:00 AM. Then we will walk together to the James A. Garfield National Historic Site for a special story time. Each week the story time will be themed to accompany Junior Ranger activities, which encourage kids to care for and learn more about the National Parks.Bring along a blanket to sit on. After story time we will walk back to the library together.

Off Site Special Event, Main

Wiggle, Giggle and Shake In-Person

This program encourages caregivers and kids to have fun clapping, marching and moving to music..Geared to ages 2-6. No registration necessary.

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Meet Us in the Garden - Ask an Expert (Live Helpline) In-Person

REGISTRATION BEGINS JUNE 28. Have some divergent gardening questions that can’t be answered by a single horticultural presentation? Here’s your chance? A panel of three Master Gardener Volunteers will address those questions. Presented by Master Gardener Volunteers of L......More

REGISTRATION BEGINS JUNE 28. Have some divergent gardening questions that can’t be answered by a single horticultural presentation? Here’s your chance? A panel of three Master Gardener Volunteers will address those questions. Presented by Master Gardener Volunteers of Lake County

Village Room, Main

Color Our World Summer Reading Movie Biingo In-Person

No registration required. Movie rated PG. Geared toward families with children that can sit through a two-hour movie. Come watch a new children's movie that has a color in its title to go along with our summer reading theme, Color Our World. Bring your lunch and enjoy p......More

No registration required. Movie rated PG. Geared toward families with children that can sit through a two-hour movie. Come watch a new children's movie that has a color in its title to go along with our summer reading theme, Color Our World. Bring your lunch and enjoy popcorn on us.

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Summer Reading Coloring Contest

Childrean of all ages may pick up a coloring sheet to enter into our coloring contest.

Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Family Story Time In-Person

Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 3-6, but all ages are welcome. Weather permitting story times will be held outside. No registration is required.

Main Lawn 2, Main

Masterpiece Mondays In-Person

Registration is required as all supplies will be provided. for ages 6 to 12. Spotlight on a famous artist with a brief history through their work. Then create your own masterpiece in their style. Check schedule for location.

Village Room, Main

Monday University: East Fourth Street: The Rise, Decline, and Rebirth of an Urban Cleveland Street In-Person

Registration for this event will open Monday, June 23rd.Local historian Alan Dutka presents the history of one of the most vibrant areas of downtown Cleveland. Once home to Cleveland's opera house, central markets, and five-and-dime stores, Fourth Street fell into disre......More

Registration for this event will open Monday, June 23rd.Local historian Alan Dutka presents the history of one of the most vibrant areas of downtown Cleveland. Once home to Cleveland's opera house, central markets, and five-and-dime stores, Fourth Street fell into disrepair in the second half of the 20th Century. Yet, the historic alleyway found new life with help of visionary leaders, and now East Fourth Street serves as the center of a chic entertainment and residential district – perhaps the coolest place in the city.

Village Room, Main

Name That Artist: Scavenger Hunt In-Person

Can you name all 15 artists, dancers, thespians, and musicians hidden around the department?

Children's Area, Main

Teen Art Contest

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entr......More

Teens entering grades 7-12 will be able to enter the Teen Art Contest in honor of our Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.” One entry per teen. Any medium of art is acceptable.*Entries must align with the libraries code of conduct. Entering teens must fill out an entry form to be considered. Entries will be voted on by the public on our social media pages. Winners will be announced after summer reading ends and will receive a small prize.

Main

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center In-Person

Sexual Assault Response Team meeting.

Village Room, Main

Rainbow Connection Story Time In-Person

Private story time for kids from Rainbow Connection

James R. Garfield Room, Main

Tiddlywinks In-Person

Open to those birth to 36 months. Join us for an interactive story time filled with stories, songs, and rhymes just right for little listeners. No registration necessary. Story time will be held outside unless inclement weather.

Main Lawn, Main

Love's Learning Loft Story Time In-Person

offsite outreach story time

Off Site Program, Main

Preschool Story Time In-Person

Children attend without an adult. Open to those ages 3-6. Children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.

Children's Story Room, Main