Events This Week

November 16, 2025 - November 23, 2025

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November 16

Sensory Friendly Time

November 16

A private sensory friendly room for respite / sensory breaks, 8 hands-on exhibits for children to learn through play, explore, and create. This is a special program for families with children with sensory processing disorders and other special needs.

November 16

Holiday Tree Festival

November 16

More than 200 decorated trees, 85,000 strings of lights and countless other creations.

November 16

The North Pole Adventure

November 16

26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole departing at 5 and 7:55 p.m.

November 16

Elmo and Friends Say Hello

November 16

Sing and dance with the furry friends from Sesame Street while enjoying fun surprises.

November 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Jewish Sunday Experience

November 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Free play and Jewish themed early childhood circle time with interactive play, music and song, tasty snacks for ages 0-6.

November 17

Sprouts & Shoots

November 17

Children will be introduced to extended preschool classroom routines and content as we explore the wonders of nature & science.

November 17

Tumble Champs

November 17

Gym Champs 1 is a starting point for young athletes to explore gymnastics and develop the skills needed to grow and succeed.

November 17

Holiday Tree Festival

November 17

More than 200 decorated trees, 85,000 strings of lights and countless other creations.

November 17

The North Pole Adventure

November 17

26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole departing at 5 and 7:55 p.m.

November 17

Kindergarten Countdown

November 17

Help your child build kindergarten readiness skills in a program aligned to Ohio’s Early Childhood Standards.

November 18

Music & Movement

November 18

Music fuels the minds of a children.

November 18

Toddler Studio

November 18

Join instructor Haylee Wagner for art-making experiences designed to help develop self-expression, problem-solving, and social skills in young children.

November 18

Homeschool Book Club

November 18

Homeschool children, ages 7-11, read, discuss and enjoy activities.

November 18

Homeschoolers Outdoor Education

November 18

A series of three natural science classes.

November 18

Holiday Tree Festival

November 18

More than 200 decorated trees, 85,000 strings of lights and countless other creations.

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November 19

Explor-a-Story

November 19

Morning stories, open play, and hands-on-exploration.

November 19

Pajama Story Time

November 19

Head to the library for a pajama story time.

November 19

Holiday Tree Festival

November 19

More than 200 decorated trees, 85,000 strings of lights and countless other creations.

November 19

The North Pole Adventure

November 19

26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole departing at 5 and 7:55 p.m.

November 19

Gratitude Rock Painting

November 19

A gratitude-themed rock painting activity for all ages.

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November 20

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

November 20

A musical reenactment of the Old Testament story of Joseph and his coat, his father Jacob, and his eleven brothers. Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, and ends up in jail.

November 20

Spy School

November 20

Calling all secret agents, join the Library for Operation: Undercover, a spy training experience.

November 20

Delight Nights

November 20

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.

November 20

Pre-K Explorers

November 20

Weekly drop-off program that gives junior naturalists the opportunity to explore, create, and play.

November 20

Holiday Tree Festival

November 20

More than 200 decorated trees, 85,000 strings of lights and countless other creations.

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November 21

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

November 21

Storytime with Josh

November 21

Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.

November 21

Holiday Tree Festival

November 21

More than 200 decorated trees, 85,000 strings of lights and countless other creations.

November 21

The North Pole Adventure

November 21

26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole departing at 5 and 7:55 p.m.

November 21

Painesville's Spirit of the Season

November 21

Santa comes to town to light the city tree with free train rides around the square and more.

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November 22

Broadway Tots

November 22

Learn all aspects of musical theatre technique and performance skills by learning the building blocks of singing, dancing, and acting through storytelling.

November 22

Beach Glass Christmas Tree Ornament Craft Class

November 22

Create a Christmas tree ornament using provided Lake Erie beach glass in Waugaman Gallery at Avon Lake Public Library.

November 22

Santa Visits Lehman's

November 22

Bring the little ones to meet Santa for a magical visit.

November 22

Turkey Talk

November 22

Join the naturalist to learn more about turkeys and make a fun craft.

November 22

STEAM Team Saturdays

November 22

On the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month, Children ages 5-11 can discover the wonder of S.T.E.A.M.

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