Summer Concert Series:
Wednesdays * 6:30-8:00 pm * Read House Lawn
June 26th:
Hollywood Slim Band: They have been playing a vintage sound for the Cleveland music scene for thirty-five years with song selections from the 1930s-1960s. Their covers include artists such as: Howlin’ Wolf, Sonny Boy Williamson, Ray Charles, Louis Armstrong, and The Nat King Cole Trio. Underwritten by the Mentor Arts Commission.
July 10th:
Altered Generation: Come and celebrate Mentor’s own home grown bands by enjoying music by The Altered Generation during the library Summer Concert Series at the Read House. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
July 17th:
Brendan Burt Band: Come and celebrate Mentor’s own home grown bands by enjoying music by the Brendan Burt Band during the library Summer Concert Series at the Read House. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
July 31st:
Cheap Clone and Hedgehog’s Dilemma: Come and celebrate Mentor’s own homegrown bands by enjoying music by Cheap Clone and Hedgehog’s Dilemma bands during the library Mentor’s Rock Roots: Celebrating Homegrown Bands Summer Concert Series at the Read House. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Summer Reading Kick Off
On Friday, June 14th from 11 am to 2 pm, join us on the Read House lawn for our kick off to summer reading! Preview crafts for future library programs, get your picture taken in the photo booth, sing at our karoke station, make a dirt snack and more! Register for our Summer Reading Program while you’re here!
This program is free and walk-ins are welcome, but registration is requested. The program will be held on the Read House Lawn. Park in the Main Library’s parking lot and take the sidewalk over to the festivities. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Meet and Greet: Stories aboard Air Force One
On Tuesday, June 18th from 7-8 pm, John Haigh, a former Chief Steward on Air Force One, flew with many historical figures, including Presidents Carter, Reagan, and Bush Sr. Join us as he shares stories about his time aboard Air Force One.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Gander Mountain Seminar: Lake Erie-Walleye Fishing
On Thursday, June 20th from 6:30-8:00 pm, in partnership with the Mentor Public Library, Gander Mountain Store in Mentor will present a seminar on lure selection for Lake Erie fishing, how to catch walleye and trolling techniques. Improve the chances of success by attending this seminar by expert fisherman.
This program is free, but registration is required. The program will be held on the Read House Lawn. Park in the library’s Main lot. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
The Cleveland Underground with Rick Porrello
On Tuesday, June 25th from 6-8 pm, Rick Porrello, the author of “To Kill the Irishman” and “The Cleveland Mafia” will present a history of the mafia in Cleveland, as well as discuss the transition of his book into movie.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Monday University: Origami
On Monday, July 8th from 6:30-8:30 pm, a member from Ohio Paper Folders will be here to talk and teach about the ancient art of origami. Learn how to make beautiful artistic creations out of paper. Paper and hands-on instruction will be provided.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
eReaders: Learning how to use your eReaders
Monday, July 8th from 10-11:30 am:
Downloading Books to your Nook: This lecture based class will describe how to check out a book onto your Nook or other non-Kindle device. Bring your eReader to this session to get help on using your device. If you have a Nook, Kobo, or generic eReader this session is for you. Will be held on the 2nd floor in the Frances Cleveland room.
Monday, July 22nd from 10-11:30 am:
Getting Books for your Tablets & SmartPhones: This lecture based class will describe how to check out a book onto your Tablets and Smartphones. Bring your device to this session to get help on using it. If you have a iPad, Tablet, or Smartphone this session is for you. Will be held on the 2nd floor in the Frances Cleveland room.
Monday, July 27th from 10-11:30 am:
Getting Books for your Kindles & Kindle Fires: This lecture based class will describe how to check out a book onto your Kindle device. Bring your Kindle or Kindle Fire to this session to get help on using your device. If you are a Kindle or a Kindle Fire owner, this session is for you. Will be held on the lower level in the James Garfield Room.
Dementia Series: Aggressive and Combative Behavior
On Tuesday, July 9th from 1:30-2:30 pm, Linda Bliss, a registered nurse from Kemper House presents this series on Dementia. All behaviors are a form of communication. You will be able to identify common triggers and early signs of combative behavior and apply strategies to prevent or modify potential combative behavior.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Major Battles of the Civil War: The Battle of Gettysburg
On Wednesday, July 10th from 12-1 pm, we will be taking a look at The Battle of Gettysburg. The July 1-3, 1863 battle of Gettysburg is among the Civil War’s most famous battles and is one of the most studied military engagements in the history of the world. Come learn more about the Union victory, sometimes called the “high tide of the Confederacy.”
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Shipwrecks of Lake Erie
On Thursday, July 11th from 7-8 pm, explore underwater graveyards with Mike and Georgann Wachter. Acclaimed shipwreck hunters and authors, Mike and Georgann will present on shipwrecks throughout the ages. See some of their artifacts from their dives and hear the stories of these sunken ships.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Google Drive & Cloud Computing – Computer & Cookies
On Tuesday, July 16th from 10-11:30 am, learn how to use Google Drive to create, save, and share documents. Google Drive is one of the most popular cloud-based document storage systems. We will provide coffee & cookies for participants! Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome.
This program is free and walk-ins are welcome, but registration is requested. The program will be held in the lower level of the Main Library in the James R. Garfield Room. Register online or call the library at 440.255.8811, ext. 247 for more information.
Donations!
Do you have books, movies, magazines, etc. that need a good home? Mentor Public Library is now taking donations! Donations can be dropped off outside at the Donations Drop Box on the Driveway Side of Main. We will have an interior lobby box coming soon. Call the library at 440-255-8811 for more information.
Mentor’s Reader
Have MPL librarians’ read anything good lately? Do they have any book recommendations for you? Find out at Mentor’s Reader, a blog written by Mentor PL’s librarians about their favorite books and the books they are currently reading. The blog will be updated with a new recommendation at least once a week in 2013. Enjoy!
