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November 2026
Browser’s Reading Buddies
An adapted library program listed among accessible activities for children and families. Kids ages 5 to 10 sit and read to a certified therapy dog during a 15-minute session at the North Ridgeville Branch Library on Saturday, Nov. 14, starting at 10:30 a.m.Registration is required: call the library at 440-327-8326 to sign up, since spots are limited. Visit lorainpubliclibrary.org for details.
Find out more »Gen Zen Tween Hangout
Tweens of all abilities can socialize and participate in activities in an inclusive library setting. Gen Zen Tween Hangout is a monthly meet-up for tweens in grades 4–6. They can play games, tinker, make art and just hang out.The November session is Saturday, Nov. 14, from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Children's Activity Room at the Middleburg Heights Branch. Registration is required, and families are asked to tell the library if their tween needs any accommodations. A signed Release…
Find out more »Family Music & Movement Storytime
Children of all ages and their caregivers can enjoy dancing, music and movement with beanbags, rhythm sticks and more. This 30-minute storytime meets Mondays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. in the Storytime Room at the Beachwood Branch Library. Dates in this listing are Nov. 9 and Nov. 16.Children of all ages are welcome with a caregiver. The library's event page doesn't list a registration requirement. Visit cuyahogalibrary.org for details.
Find out more »Baby and Me Story Time
Enjoy a fun, interactive session with songs, rhymes, puppets and musical instruments. This weekly Monday story time is for babies from birth to 24 months with a caregiver. It meets from 10 to 10:30 a.m. in the Children's Activity Room at Wadsworth Public Library.A playgroup follows the story time at 10:30 a.m. Registration was not required for this program on the library's most recent program page. Visit wadsworthlibrary.com for details.
Find out more »Lapsit Storytime
Rhymes, songs & play for children from birth to 24 months with a caregiver. Sessions run 9:30–10 a.m. in the Storytime Room at Westlake Porter Public Library on Tuesdays through Dec. 1.Free tickets are required: pick one up at the Youth Services Desk starting at 9:15 a.m. the morning of each session. Space is limited. Visit westlakelibrary.org for details.
Find out more »Music and Movement for 2-5s
Ages 2-5 and their caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and movement activities. Sing along with Miss Beth and her guitar as kids explore rhythm and music. Afterward, stay for a simple craft and playtime in the library's Graefe Room.Storytime is offered twice each Tuesday, at 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. (each lasts about 30 minutes). It is a ticketed event, and free tickets are handed out first-come, first-served at the Children's Desk starting at 10 a.m. the day of the…
Find out more »Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3–5 can enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities that build early literacy and social skills. The program is designed to support reading readiness and the social and emotional skills kids need for kindergarten.Storytime meets Tuesdays from 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Children's Room at the Cleveland Public Library's Sterling Branch, with sessions listed through Dec. 29. Visit cpl.org for details.
Find out more »Wiggles & Giggles
Children ages 0–3 and their caregivers can enjoy playful activities that encourage cognitive, physical, social and emotional development. This free play group meets Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Story Time Room at the Elyria Public Library's Central Branch. Remaining dates are Nov. 4, 11 and 18.No registration is required. The library says it strictly adheres to the program's age range, which is for children ages 0–3 and their caregivers. Visit elyrialibrary.org for details.
Find out more »Kids Create: All About Turkeys!
Enjoy turkey stories, Thanksgiving BINGO and turkey puppet crafts. This Kids Create program for ages 5–12 takes place Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 6 p.m. at the Main Library's Children's Department.Check with the library about registration and admission before you go. Visit massillonlibrary.org for details.
Find out more »Little Learners
Children ages 3-6 can build kindergarten readiness skills through activities, games, songs and stories. The class helps kids practice being away from a caregiver, listening to a teacher and working in a classroom setting.Meets Thursdays from 10:30–11:15 a.m. on Nov. 5, 12 and 19 and Dec. 3 and 10. There is no program Nov. 26. Children attend without a caregiver, but caregivers must stay on the Children's Floor. Visit morleylibrary.org for details.
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