The June 2023 calendar for all locations of the Ida Rupp Public Library includes the following:

Thursday June 1

Mystery Book Discussion, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; Adults. June’s Mystery Book Discussion is Counterfeit by Kristin Chen. Registration is not required and new members are always welcome! Copies of the book will be available following the May 4 discussion.

Summer Reading Kickoff Circus @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; All Ages. Visit downtown Port Clinton for this year’s Summer Reading Kickoff with the Birds Eye View Circus! Enjoy acts such as juggling, hula hooping, balance, and more! No registration required.

Downtown Marblehead Walking Tour, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 6 – 7 p.m.; All Ages. Visit Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library to learn more about the beginnings of Marblehead. Join us for a walking tour full of interesting facts & stories right down Main Street. This tour is approximately 1.5 miles & takes about an hour. The terrain covered includes sidewalks and paved streets. No registration required. Just show up wearing your walking shoes!

Summer Reading Kickoff, Erie Islands Library; 5 – 6:30 p.m.; All Ages. It’s time for SUMMER READING to begin! Help us to kick-off “All Together Now” by joining us at the library for hot dogs and cookies. Come see what we have on the agenda for this summer and to see the great things happening at our unique library. We love our patrons! No registration required.

Friday June 2

Puzzle Pandemonium, Ida Rupp Public Library; 2 – 3 p.m.; All Ages. Visit the library to compete in a fun puzzle competition! Use your teamwork skills to compete a 250-300 piece puzzle in teams of up to 4 people. The team who completes the puzzle the fastest will receive a prize. No registration required. Puzzles are available first come, first served, so arrive early to guarantee your spot.

Saturday June 3

Fossil Mining @Portage River Paddling Company, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; All Ages. Drop-in between 11:00 am – 12:00 pm to mine for fossils and shark teeth that you get to take home! After mining, you’ll have the chance to explore and check out the various animals on the property. First come, first served. While supplies last. No registration required. In case of rain, this event will be canceled.

Sensory Garden Planting, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; All Ages. Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library is joining up with the Village of Marblehead to plant the new Sensory Garden at James Park in Marblehead. We will begin at the library for a brief overview of sensory gardens. Then we’ll walk over to the Sensory Garden site in James Park, about 200 yards north of the library. No registration required for this family-friendly program. All materials for planting will be provided. Just show up wearing some work clothes and get digging! Participants will also receive a free plant to take home.

Preschool Story Time, Erie Islands Library; 11 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Join Librarian Karen Wilhelm for a half hour of reading, song and a craft to take home. Parents and caregivers are asked to stay with their children. No registration required.

Monday June 5

Humane Society of Ottawa County Donation Drive, All Branches; All Ages. Spread kindness by helping us collect donations for animals in need! The library will be collecting donations between June 5 – 17. All donations will go to the Humane Society of Ottawa County. If you are unable to donate items, consider donating your time by volunteering! For a list of items needed, check our website.

Birding in Ohio @Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; Adults. Visit the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area with Becca Matthews to discuss birds and birding in Ohio. Meeting on the West End of the boardwalk, we’ll go on a guided trip to search for birds. For the best viewing experience, feel free to bring a pair of binoculars! No registration required. In case of rain, the program will be canceled.

Art Market, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Children. Arts and Crafts…with a twist! Program geared toward ages 4-12. Every participant will be given an envelope of play money to “purchase” art supplies for their creation. Get introduced to the idea of currency and budgeting, while having a blast creating something fun. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Public Safety Vehicle Display, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 12 – 1 p.m.; All Ages. Come to the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library parking lot to see fire and police vehicles up close. Vehicles provided by the Marblehead Police Department and the Danbury Township Fire Department. No registration required. Patrons may just drop by the parking lot any time during the hour to participate.

Books & Brews @Wee Willy’s, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 6:30 – 8 p.m.; Adults. Visit Wee Willy’s to talk about your new & old favorite titles! Each month we also have a genre goal. For this meeting, we have decided to begin to read across America. This month we will focus on books set in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Island, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands. No need to register.

Save Duff Wood Preserve from Garlic Mustard!, Erie Islands Library; 9 – 10:30 a.m.; All Ages. Stop the spread of the invasive garlic mustard plant! Come to the newest nature preserve on Put-in-Bay, Duff Woods Preserve, and help us pull this non-native species that is taking over this beautiful trail. Garbage bags, gloves and a water cooler (or bring your own favorite water bottle) will be on hand. Let’s keep our island beautiful and show a little love to Duff Woods Nature Preserve! Everyone is welcome! In conjunction with Lake Erie Islands Conservancy.

Tuesday June 6

Story Time, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Bring your little ones to listen to some stories, sing a few songs, and get wiggles out! No registration required.

One-On-One Tech Help, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Registration required. Call the library at 419-732-3212 or stop in to schedule a 30-minute help session

Family Story Time, Ida Rupp Public Library; 6:30 – 7 p.m.; Children. If mornings come too early, or you work during regular story time, bring your little ones to story time this evening! We’ll read some books, sing songs, and get wiggles out. Play time afterward is encouraged. Registration is not required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Movie Night at EIL, Erie Islands Library; 5:30 – 7 p.m.; All Ages. Did you know that today is National Drive-In Movie Day? It’s only fitting to show a fun family movie. We’ll supply popcorn and non-alcoholic beverages. Join us for a fun night with friends. Everyone welcome!

Wednesday June 7

DIY Dog Treats @Humane Society of Ottawa County, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Teens. Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to take a tour at Humane Society of Ottawa County. Teens will make dog treats using an easy no-bake recipe! No registration required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Story Time @The Marblehead Lighthouse, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Children. Visit Marblehead Lighthouse for a fun morning of stories & a craft. The first 30 minutes will be dedicated to preschool children & their caregivers. At 11:30, school-aged children will have a story session just for them. In case of bad weather, we will meet at Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. No registration required.

Thursday June 8

American Sign Language Story Time, Ida Rupp Public Library; 2 – 3 p.m.; Children. Join William Morgan for a special American Sign Language story time! He will read Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss, and we will do a few themed activities to go along with the story! Registration is not required.

Pulitzer Prize Book Club, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 4 – 5 p.m.; Adults. Visit Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library to read & discuss a Pulitzer Prize winning book. Now is your chance to read one and discuss it with a lively group! This month the group will discuss The Known World, by Edward P. Jones. No registration required.

Adult Coloring, Erie Islands Library; 6 – 7 p.m.; Adults. Need something relaxing to do away from the hustle and bustle of your crazy home? Come to the library to sit quietly with friends coloring. We have lots of zentangle coloring books with positive affirmations and pencils. Bring along a friend or two for an enjoyable evening. No registration required.

Friday June 9

Erie MetroParks: Animal Encounters @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; All Ages. Erie MetroParks will be bringing their Nature On Wheels trailer to Main Street Port Clinton Entertainment District to bring nature to you! EMP will bring some animals with them for demonstration, and it is sure to be an educational and exciting time! No registration required.

Saturday June 10

Friends of the Library Book Sale, Erie Islands Library; 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; All Ages. Looking for a good read? Trying to restock your island library? Stop on down for a huge island Book Sale! Loads of popular titles for all ages. Don’t miss out! If you’re not on the island on this date, don’t fret! There will be more pop-up sales throughout the summer. Or we always have books for sale in the library.

Monday June 12

Vineyard Book Discussion, Ida Rupp Public Library; 1 – 2 p.m.; Adults. Visit Ohio Living Vineyard on Catawba for a monthly book discussion group meeting in the Community Room. No registration required. Anyone is welcome to join this book discussion. Participation is not limited to those living at the Vineyard. Discussion title: Raft of Stars by Andrew J Graff

Color Your Own Puzzle, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Children. Children to age 12 are invited to decorate a blank puzzle however you like! Markers, crayons, and colored pencils will be provided to let creativity run wild. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Tuesday June 13

Story Time, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Bring your little ones to listen to some stories, sing a few songs, and get wiggles out! No registration required.

Caricatures & Self Portraits with Holman Arts, Ida Rupp Public Library; 2 – 3 p.m.; Teens. Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to meet Holman Arts at the library to trade your self-portrait for a professional drawing you get to keep! Jackie will be there to assist you in drawing your own self portrait while you wait for Ryan to draw a caricature that you get to take home. A caricature is an exaggerated self-portrait. No registration required. In case of rain, the program will be held in our community room

Euchre Club, Ida Rupp Public Library; 6 – 7:45 p.m.; Adults. Join us for fun evening of Euchre. New members are always welcome to participate! This patron led group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. No registration required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Meet Your Hometown Heroes @Put-In-Bay Fire Station, Erie Islands Library; 5 – 7 p.m.; All Ages. Want to meet a bunch of true hometown heroes? Stop by the fire department and let’s help them wash their trucks as a thank you for all the time these volunteers devote to our community. Try on genuine fire gear! Refreshments will be served. No registration required.

Wednesday June 14

Meet & Greet @Port Clinton Fire & EMS, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; All Ages. Join us at Port Clinton Fire House to meet our local heroes! Tour the station, learn about all the life-saving equipment, take a look at the safety vehicles on hand, and so much more.

Helping Paws, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4:30 p.m.; All Ages. Join us with the Humane Society of Ottawa County to discuss the benefits and importance of neutering animals. Afterward, we’ll provide various supplies to make pet toys that will be donated to pets in need at the Humane Society. No registration required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Drop-In Craft & Play, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; Children. Stop by the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library to complete a craft and play with our range of cool hands-on activities (puzzles, markers, Legos, blocks, marble racing mazes, etc.). No registration required. Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult.

Thursday June 15

Animal Magic @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; All Ages. Join us at Main Street Port Clinton Entertainment District to learn about exotic animals. Mark Rosenthal will bring some beautiful animals to our stage to teach us about their care and how to be kind to the animals we share space with. Registration is not required. In case of inclement weather, we will meet at the library. Learn more at iwantanimalmagic.com.

One-On-One Tech Help, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Registration required. Call the library at 419-732-3212 or stop in to schedule a 30-minute help session

Friday June 16

Japanese Music with Miki Saito @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 2 – 3 p.m.; All Ages. Join us downtown for a fun and interactive musical experience with Miki Saito! Miki will discuss and demonstrate the shinobue (Japanese bamboo flute) and koto (National instrument of Japan) instruments and perform traditional Japanese music. No registration required. In case of rain, this event will be in our community rooms at the library.

Saturday June 17

Family Movie!, Ida Rupp Public Library; 1 – 2:30 p.m.; Family. Come to the library to watch The Secret Life of Pets (2016; rated PG)! Movie is acceptable for all ages, but this is a family program. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Clemens Cemetery Tour, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 9:30 – 11 a.m.; All Ages. This tour takes place on the grounds of Clemons Cemetery. The tour will educate about Clemons Cemetery, its interred, the cemetery restoration process, and the preservation of these local treasures. The terrain of the cemetery is unlevel grass. The tour will last about an hour. For this tour we meet at the cemetery.

Monday June 19

All branches closed for Juneteenth. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the date on which enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally received the news they were free.

Tuesday June 20

Story Time, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Bring your little ones to listen to some stories, sing a few songs, and get wiggles out! No registration required.

Tuesday Morning Book Club @R Coffee Corner, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Adults. Visit R Coffee Corner to discuss this month’s book! This month’s title is This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub. Pick up a copy of the book at the public services desk. New members always welcome! No registration required.

The Life of Bees, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Are you looking for a way to invite bees into your garden? Visit the library to make a bee hotel using paint, natural, and recycled material that will encourage and welcome these sweet creatures into their new shelter. We’ll also learn about bee facts and the impact this pollinator has on our environment. We can’t wait to see your bee-autiful creations! All materials provided while supplies last. We’ll be using exterior paint – please wear old clothing. No registration required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Kindness Rocks, Erie Islands Library; 5 – 7 p.m.; All Ages. Our theme this year for summer reading is “All Together Now.” This means we all need to promote kindness. Let’s fill the island with colorful painted rocks with positive affirmations! We will have all the supplies you will need to paint a beautiful rock to take home or to hide somewhere on the island to bring a smile to an unsuspecting face. Since this is a messy activity, you may want to wear old clothes. No registration required.

Wednesday June 21

Summer Solstice Smiles @East Harbor State Park, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Teens. Let’s celebrate June solstice by identifying our native plants & see a glacial groove on the longest day of the year! Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to meet at East Harbor State Park. We will meet near the restrooms in the park’s campground. This is located at the first entrance on your right as you are coming into the park. Linda Green specializes in natural healing, such as aromatherapy and yoga. No registration required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Story Time @The Marblehead Lighthouse, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Children. Visit Marblehead Lighthouse for a fun morning of stories & a craft. The first 30 minutes will be dedicated to preschool children & their caregivers. At 11:30, school-aged children will have a story session just for them. In case of bad weather, we will meet at Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. No registration required.

Preschool Story Time, Erie Islands Library; 11 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Join Librarian Karen Wilhelm for a half hour of reading, song and a craft to take home. Parents and caregivers are asked to stay with their children. No registration required.

Words & Wine Book Club @Duff Vineyards, Erie Islands Library; 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.; Adults. Join us and share a book you have read while enjoying a beverage of your own choosing. Even if you haven’t had time to read, you are welcome to join us to hear what others are suggesting. We can’t wait to hear what you have been reading! New adult members are always welcome.

Thursday June 22

Professor Tony: Juggling & Comedy Show @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; All Ages. Join us down at the Main Street Port Clinton Entertainment District stage to be wowed by Professor Tony! He has a great comedy routine and is a wonderful juggler, and will entertain kids and adults alike! No registration is required. In case of inclement weather, we will meet at the library. For more information, visit libraryentertainer.com.

One-On-One Tech Help, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.; Adults. Registration required. Call the library at 419-732-3212 or stop in to schedule a 30-minute help session

Watercolor Art, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 6 – 7 p.m.; Adults. We welcome local hobby artist, Morgan, as she guides us through creating watercolor art. Attendees can expect to use watercolor paints in addition to trying their hands at some pen work while enjoying some snacks, conversations and laughs. All materials necessary will be provided by the library. Registration is required. Register online or call the library at 419-798-0477 to have us register you. Limit 14 participants. Registration begins June 15.

Professor Tony: Juggling & Comedy Show, Erie Islands Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; All Ages. Join us at Erie Islands Branch Library to be wowed by Professor Tony! He has a great comedy routine and is a wonderful juggler and will entertain kids and adults alike! No registration is required for this event.

Friday June 23

Nautical Picture Frames, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; All Ages. Visit us at the library to customize a picture frame you get to take home! Use sea shells, glitter, other nautical items to decorate your frame, then add a kind quote or photo to complete your creation. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. All supplies provided, while they last.

Board Game Day, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Children. Children in grades 2nd through 5th are invited to the library to play a variety of board games together. Come play as a team or by yourself, and get to know new people through gaming! No registration is required.

Monday June 26

Food Pantry Drive, All Branches; All Ages. Bring your canned goods and other shelf-stable items to each of our branches. Please do not bring expired items or perishable goods. Things like canned soup, peanut butter, jelly, pasta and rice are all great items to bring. Thank you for your donations! Donations will benefit St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry at Ida Rupp, St. Paul’s Lutheran Food Pantry at Marblehead, St. Paul’s Episcopal at Erie Islands. All branches will be collecting through July 8.

Flying to New Heights: Paper Airplane Exploration, Ida Rupp Public Library; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Children. Children ages 4-12 are invited to experiment with different ways to fold paper airplanes. Try cutting slits, adding weight, or folding different shapes to create an optimized airplane, and see whose flies the farthest! This program will not be messy. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

Otterbein Book Club, Ida Rupp Public Library; 1 – 2 p.m.; Adults. The Otterbein Book Club is open to anyone; you do not need to be a resident of Otterbein to participate. June’s book is the first half of Great Circle, by Maggie Shipstead.

Navigating Nonfiction, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Ever wonder what nonfiction is all about? Join us each month to review and discuss various nonfiction books on similar topics. Books can be selected from the titles for the NNF book group held behind the information desk. Each month will focus on a different subject area. It’s summer! And the topic is FOOD!! More specifically “what’s cooking?” Brunch, BBQ, Baking … Find your favorite or learn something completely new!

Tuesday June 27

Story Time, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Bring your little ones to listen to some stories, sing a few songs, and get wiggles out! No registration required.

Love Yourself: Self-Care for Kids and Tweens, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Children. Friends ages 7-12 are invited to the library to learn a bit about self-care! We will make stress balls, talk about gratitude & journaling, and get a cursory introduction to meditation. You are never too young to experience hard times, so come learn how to take care of yourself through thick and thin! Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

Euchre Club, Ida Rupp Public Library; 6 – 7:45 p.m.; Adults. Join us for fun evening of Euchre. New members are always welcome to participate! This patron led group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. No registration required.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Jamestown Marblehead Walking Tour, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 6 – 7 p.m.; All Ages. Join us for a historical walking tour through the Jamestown neighborhood of Marblehead. The terrain is sidewalks & paved streets. The walk will cover approximately one mile & will last about an hour. No registration required. Just show up wearing your walking shoes!

Wednesday June 28

Beach Glass Bouquet, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Adults. Celebrate kindness by making a beach glass craft to gift to a friend! Linda Ogram will show us the steps to make a colorful bouquet of flowers using beach glass on a canvas. Registration required. Registration begins Wednesday, June 14th at 9:00 am. Register on our website. If you need assistance give us a call or stop in. Limit of 22 participants.

Positivity Rocks @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Children. Children up to age 12 are invited to come to Downtown Port Clinton to paint rocks with encouraging messages or uplifting art to beautify the community. We will be using non-toxic acrylic paint, so you may want to wear messy clothes. You are encouraged to send your rocks into the community to brighten the day of those who come across them! Hide them on Madison Street after you are done. No registration is required for this event.

Marblehead Tech Help, Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library; 10 – 11 a.m.; Adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

Thursday June 29

Nature Story Time @Waterworks Park, Ida Rupp Public Library; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Children. Come enjoy the sunny weather and listen to some stories and songs! We will meet by the lighthouse at Waterworks Park. Corvid is going to bring their ukulele! Take home some seed bombs and blow bubbles after the stories. Registration is not required for this story time. In case of inclement weather, story time will be held under the canopy at Lakeview Park, 1100 E Perry Street, Port Clinton.

Capture Your Sunshine, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3 – 4 p.m.; Teens. Teens entering grades 6-12 will create their own suncatcher! All supplies provided, while supplies last. In case of rain, the program will be held in our community room. No registration required.

Succulent Planters, Erie Island Library; 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.; Adults. Have you always wanted a plant that requires little care but looks beautiful? We have just the thing for you! Valerie Kowalski, landscaper extraordinaire of Yardworks, will be on hand to help you plant your very own succulent planter using filter frames from a local vineyard. She’ll provide all the information you will need to have a successful project in about one hour. All supplies will be furnished. Limit of 12. Registration is required and will start on June 15. You can sign up on our website, if you have any trouble, call the library at 419-285-4004.

Friday June 30

Wild & Wacky Balloon Show @The District, Ida Rupp Public Library; 1 – 2 p.m.; All Ages. Visit downtown Port Clinton and join us for a fast-paced, silly, and magical performance by Mr. Zap. Laugh and be amazed with Mr. Zap’s funny antics as he creates balloon art! No registration required. In case of rain, join us in our community rooms at the library.

One-On-One Tech Help, Ida Rupp Public Library; 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.; Adults. Registration required. Call the library at 419-732-3212 or stop in to schedule a 30-minute help session