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We’re celebrating music and art this week with adult programming, along with another visit from the Ohio Justice Bus, and more! Take a look at our offerings for this week:

Historical Program: Artists of Erie County- Monday at 6:00. Many creative artists were born or lived in the Sandusky area. Special Collections Librarian Ron Davidson will tell you about some of these men and women and show examples of some of their works.

Ohio Justice Bus- Wednesday from 11:00-2:00. The Ohio Justice Bus is a mobile legal aid office and technology hotspot that allows legal aid pro bono attorneys to travel and provide legal services to Ohioans at no cost to clients. Call 419-625-3834 ext 6009 to make an appointment.

Wellness Wednesday Group - Wednesday at 2:00. A place for adults to meet regularly to discuss wellness goals and progress, provide support and accountability and learn about health and fitness resources at Sandusky Library and in the community.

Take3 and Sky Elements Drone Shoe Review—Wednesday, July 24 at 7:00 at Jackson St. Pier. Take3 lives at the intersection where pop, rock, and classical fusion collide. Near the end of the Take3 concert, Sky Elements (The leading drone light show provider in the U.S.) will present an aerial display of brilliant LED lights that utilizes a fleet of drones. REQUIREMENTS OF THE LANGE TRUST MAKE THIS EVENT FREE TO ERIE COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY.

Artists & Performers of Erie County Cemetery Walk- Thursday, July 25 at 2:00 or 6:00 or Saturday, July 27 at 10:00. Learn about some of the artists, actors, and musicians who are buried in Oakland Cemetery, a municipal cemetery located just south of Perkins Avenue on Milan Road. (2917 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870) As this is a walking tour, wear appropriate shoes and outerwear and be prepared to stand or walk for at least an hour.

Tech Tutor- Thursday at 2:30. Drop in for help with tech issues. Bring your phone, tablet or laptop. We cannot fix hardware issues.

The Stapletons: Inner Seas Harp & Guitar Duo- Saturday, July 27 at 2:30. Enjoy a concert on the first floor in the Reader's Advisory area.

For more information call the Adult Services Department at 419-625-3834.

Are you in need of a quick beach read? Never fear-- you can access Libby, hoopla and other electronic resources via our website 24/7 for every style of summer read. All free with your Sandusky Library card! https://www.sanduskylib.org/

Thanks to everyone who helped us to complete our collaborative sticker collage for Summer 2024! The poster will remain on display throughout the rest of the Summer Reading Program. If your family participated, take a picture in front of it and tag us on social media! While we finished the collage, the Summer Reading Program is still going on through the end of July for all ages, and it's not too late to start! Visit https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com to get signed up!

Throwback Thursday: 150 years of advertising in Sandusky, from 1830 to 1981. Here are some ads from newspapers, and one from a city directory.

Stop in to the Children's Department on Saturday, July 20 from 10-11:30 to read with Therapy Dogs from Riley's Angels! No registration required.

Welcome to another Puzzle Wednesday! This week's puzzle is a view of exterior of the State Theater during renovations in June 1990. Enjoy!

A Jigsaw Explorer Jigsaw Puzzle This jigsaw puzzle is presented within Jigsaw Explorer's premium jigsaw puzzle web app. Anyone can use this web app to play their own photos as jigsaw puzzles, or choose from the thousands of beautiful jigsaw puzzles available at the Jigsaw Explorer website.

Join us for all kinds of animal themed adventures in the Children's Department this week!

Check our online calendar of events for more information on the programs listed below at: https://events.sanduskylib.org/calendar?cid=10855&t=g...

and don't forget that patrons of all ages can join our Summer Reading Program by registering on our Beanstack site at: https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com

Another exciting week of adult programming is coming up at Sandusky Library. Don’t miss out!

Beyond the Book- Monday at 2:30. A book club for developmentally disabled adults centered on reading and conversation.

Lunch & Learn: Breaking Through The Lines: The Marion Motley Story- Tuesday at 12:00. Marion Motley was recognized as one of the gridiron’s most outstanding players for the Cleveland Browns when he was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1968 in his hometown of Canton, Ohio. His legacy off the field, as one of four Black players to reintegrate pro football in 1946, helped blaze a path for Black athletes in the highest echelons of professional sports, including baseball’s Jackie Robinson. Yet, the story of one of the sport’s greatest and most impactful players remains unknown to most Americans.

Booktok Book Discussion: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid- Tuesday at 4:00. Join us in this new group dedicated to finding out if the books that everyone is talking about are worth the hype. This month, we'll be exploring one of Taylor Jenkins Reid's BookTok favorites.

Gaming & Conversation- Wednesday at 10:30. An hour of conversation with other adults around board games and/or video games.

Appy Hour: All About the CLEVNET App- Thursday at 3:00. Drop by for a mocktail and learn about one of the amazing apps available to you through your library card. This month we will be discussing the CLEVNET app, upon which you can access a wide range of library services, including browsing the catalog, reserving books, and more.

Adult Open Gaming- Friday at 3:00. Adults, join us for an afternoon of exploring video games.

For more information call the Adult Services Department at 419-625-3834.

Throwback Thursday: Today's theme is sweets -- candy, ice cream, fudge -- made in Sandusky. They were usually known as confectioneries in the early days. The earliest known confectionery shop in Sandusky was in the Choice Family Groceries in the 1840s. There were three confectioneries listed in Sandusky's first city directory in 1855.

Happy Puzzle Wednesday! Today we have a postcard with an image of a man with a telescope watching women swim. The caption reads, "There are some splendid views here. Cedar Point: June 4-1908- Opens June 13th. G. J. Seymour."

A Jigsaw Explorer Jigsaw Puzzle This jigsaw puzzle is presented within Jigsaw Explorer's premium jigsaw puzzle web app. Anyone can use this web app to play their own photos as jigsaw puzzles, or choose from the thousands of beautiful jigsaw puzzles available at the Jigsaw Explorer website.

This week’s outreach theme is roller coasters! The kids have had a great time listening to a book about roller coasters and creating their own.

Join on Friday, July 12 from 10-11 a.m. for a Fancy Nancy Party! Enjoy a splendid array of games, crafts, and activities. Dressy attire is welcome!

Kids entering grades 4-8 in the fall of 2024 are invited to join us for Book Quest! This week, we will listen to the beginning of The Mouse and the Motorcycle, while completing activities, making crafts, and enjoying snacks. Participants do not need to read the book ahead of the session.

Join us on Thursday, July 8 at 3:00 for our next Appy Hour! Drop by for a mocktail and learn about one of the amazing apps available to you through your library card. This month we will be discussing the CLEVNET app, upon which you can access a wide range of library services, including browsing the catalog, reserving books, and more.

Our regular Summer Programs resume this week in the Children's Department! Join us for all kinds of Olympic and Paris themed adventures!

Check our online calendar of events for more information on the programs listed below at: https://events.sanduskylib.org/calendar?cid=10855&t=g...

and don't forget that patrons of all ages can join our Summer Reading Program by registering on our Beanstack site at: https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com

We have some great adult programming this week. Don’t miss out!

Adventure Begins at Your Library Summer Reading Program- Adults can earn badges for logging the books that they read throughout the Summer along with completing fun activities. Each badge earns a virtual ticket to be entered for a variety of prizes. Registration is online at: https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com

Beyond the Book- Tuesday at 10:00. A book club for developmentally disabled adults centered on reading and conversation.

Wellness Wednesday Group - Wednesday at 2:00. A place for adults to meet regularly to discuss wellness goals and progress, provide support and accountability and learn about health and fitness resources at Sandusky Library and in the community. For more information call the Adult Services Department at 419-625-3834.

Tech Tutor- Thursday at 2:30. Drop in for help with tech issues. Bring your phone, tablet or laptop. We cannot fix hardware issues.

Cookbook Discussion: Cook With Me: 150 Recipes For the Home Cook by Alex Guaranaschelli- Thursday at 6:30. Growing up with a legendary cookbook-editor mother and a food-obsessed father, Alex Guarnaschelli has always loved to cook. Now, with a daughter of her own, food and cooking mean even more to Alex—they are a way for her to share memories. These recipes reflect the power that food has to bring people together and is a testament to the importance of sustaining traditions and creating new ones. Join us as we discuss the book.

Alice in Wonderland Escape Room- Saturday at 11:00. Are you ready to escape from Wonderland? Adults, use your wits as you embark on a whimsical adventure with Alice.

For more information call the Adult Services Department at 419-625-3834.

Are you wondering what all of the fuss is about popular BookTok books? Are you wondering what BookTok is? Come and join us at our newest book discussion group, as we discuss the most popular titles out there and see if they are worth the hype. On July 16 at 4:00, we'll be discussion "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Copies of the book are available at the library

Throwback Thursday: Happy Fourth of July! Here are some views of Sanduskians celebrating July 4th in the past.

We are closed today in observance of Independence Day , but our digital resources are available 24/7. Head to our website to see what Libby and our other resources have to offer.

Are you ready to escape from Wonderland? Adults, use your wits as you embark on a whimsical adventure with Alice. Join us for this special escape room on Saturday, July 13 at 11:00. Register online at https://events.sanduskylib.org/event/12181115

Our Summer Programs in the Children's Department continue this week with a few fun adventures! Our regular program schedule will be back next week.

Check our online calendar of events for more information on the programs listed below at: https://events.sanduskylib.org/calendar?cid=10855&t=g...

and don't forget that patrons of all ages can join our Summer Reading Program by registering on our Beanstack site at: https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com

This year's Summer Reading theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library, and our staff decided to inspire your summer reading by sharing our favorite adventure stories. Check out the comments below for links to our catalog to place a hold on any of these. If you haven't already done so, it's not too late to sign up for our Summer Reading Program so that you can earn badges and a chance for prizes by going on any of these adventures!!! Click here for more information: https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com/reader365

Puzzle Wednesday on a Thursday! Today we have a puzzle of Washington Park on June 20, 1988. The floral arrangement says: "Ohio Veterans Home 1888-1988 100 years of serving."

A Jigsaw Explorer Jigsaw Puzzle This jigsaw puzzle is presented within Jigsaw Explorer's premium jigsaw puzzle web app. Anyone can use this web app to play their own photos as jigsaw puzzles, or choose from the thousands of beautiful jigsaw puzzles available at the Jigsaw Explorer website.

Throwback Thursday: It was one hundred years ago that Sandusky was devastated by one of the worst disasters in its history. On Saturday afternoon, June 28, 1924, a tornado struck the downtown waterfront and traveled east through neighborhoods, taking the lives of nine people and injuring many others. The storm continued all the way to Lorain, where 78 people lost their lives and hundreds were injured. We remember those lives and this tragedy.

We had a great time learning all about Camping and Hiking at Monday's Adventure with Ms. Frizzle!

Join us on our next adventure on Monday July 8, 2024 at 2:30 when we explore the Olympics!

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There is still plenty of time to register and participate in the 2024 Sandusky Library Adventure Begins at Your Library Summer Reading Program!

Here is a preview of what all children receive when they come to the Children's Desk to pick up their registration materials: A fun flying disc, a coupon for either a Free Kid's Meal or an order of Mozzarella Sticks from Applebees, a certificate for a free ticket to a Cleveland Monsters game, a certificate for a free ticket to a Cleveland Charge game, a Smokey the Bear sticker (in honor of his 80th Birthday this year!), and a passport to keep all of their Summer Reading Badge stickers in! Items are available while supplies last and must be picked up in person before Summer Reading ends on July 31, 2024.

Patrons of all ages can join our Summer Reading Program by registering on our Beanstack site at: https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com

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