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Little Explorers

Get Ready for Kindergarten
2026-08-12 10:30:00 2026-08-12 11:30:00 America/New_York Little Explorers Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room

Wednesday, August 12
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-08-12 10:30:00 2026-08-12 11:30:00 America/New_York Little Explorers Get ready to dig into kindergarten! Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room

Reed Memorial Library

Children's Room

Get ready to dig into kindergarten!

This special edition Little Explorers program helps kids get excited and gain confidence for the first day of school. Through hands-on activities that combine dramatic play, sensory experiences, and early learning tasks, participants will build kindergarten readiness skills such as letter and number recognition, fine motor development, and teamwork, aligned with the kindergarten readiness standards defined by the Ohio Department of Education.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Other |

TAGS: | 3-5 years |

Reed Memorial Library
Phone: (330)-296-2827
Fax: (330) 296-3780
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Mon, Jul 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 Closed
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Babies and Books
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room
Lapsit storytime with rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Heat Transfer T-Shirts
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Create a heat transfer t-shirt of your own design!
Little Bookworm Box
Tue, Jul 14, All day
Sign up to receive all three Summer Season boxes.
Registration is now closed
Kid Bookworm Box
Tue, Jul 14, All day
Sign up to receive all three Summer Season boxes.
Registration is now closed
Adult Bookworm Box
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Sign up and receive a box filled with books, a music list, and monthly collectibles!
Registration is now closed
Toddler Tuesday
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.
Toddler Tuesday
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Pokémon Club
Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room
Join the club for kids who love all things Pokémon.
Artist Talk Series
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jenkins Room
Join us for the first in a series of Artist Talks hosted here at Reed Memorial Library on the relationship between Art and The United States of America.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Emma, clap your hands!
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Makerspace Drop-Ins
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Curious about our Makerspace equipment but not sure where to start? Drop in during this open session to ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn... more
Curious about our Makerspace equipment but not sure where to start? Drop in during this open session to ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn more about what’s available.
8-Bit Showdowns
Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Join us for tournaments and co-op on some of your favorite games!
RML Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Haymaker Room
Monthly meeting of the Reed Memorial Library Board of Trustees
Storytime A Go Go
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
A special storytime hosted at Ravenna's Books a Go Go bookstore.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Jul 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Circle of Poets Open Mic
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us as we collaborate with Books A Go Go and meet for our first Poetry Open Mic nights!
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Jul 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Teen Advisory Group
Fri, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Adopt-a-Dino Storytime
Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Listen to a dinosaur story and adopt a plush dino friend to take home!
Babies and Books
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room
Lapsit storytime with rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Master Gardener Series
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jenkins Room
Join Master Gardener Jill Halligan for free educational presentations
Toddler Tuesday
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.
Toddler Tuesday
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Rescheduled
Reed & Write Writing Group
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, July 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Open to all writers and authors interested in learning new techniques, networking with other authors, and sharing work and feedback.
3D Printing Basics
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
A beginner-friendly event designed to help participants find, download, and organize 3D print files that match their interests!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Emma, clap your hands!
Summer Walking Tour Series
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy a walk downtown while learning about the stories and history of the city.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Storytime A Go Go
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
A special storytime hosted at Ravenna's Books a Go Go bookstore.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Knit, Crochet, & Needlecraft Group
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Haymaker Room
Share your current project, your knowledge and meet-up with fiber enthusiasts!
Sensory Sensations
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Explore and play at sensory stations during this guided, drop-in experience for kids ages 2 to 5.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Summer Walking Tour Series
Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Enjoy a walk downtown while learning about the stories and history of the city.
Babies and Books
Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room
Lapsit storytime with rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Jul 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Summer Walking Tour Series
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Enjoy a walk downtown while learning about the stories and history of the city.
Toddler Tuesday
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.
Toddler Tuesday
Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Jul 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Reed & Write Writing Group
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Carlin Room
Open to all writers and authors interested in learning new techniques, networking with other authors, and sharing work and feedback.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Emma, clap your hands!
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Jul 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Let's Make Art
Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace,Tuesday Room
Join the series to create your own paper and woodblock print.
Cora's Playroom
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 6:30pm
Children's Room
A drop-in style indoor playground for crawlers and toddlers.
Storytime A Go Go
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
A special storytime hosted at Ravenna's Books a Go Go bookstore.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Jul 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Spice Club
Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jenkins Room
Join the Reed Memorial Library's Spice Club to add a new flavor to your cooking.
Cora's Playroom
Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Children's Room
A drop-in style indoor playground for crawlers and toddlers.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Jul 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Cora's Playroom
Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Children's Room
A drop-in style indoor playground for crawlers and toddlers.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Aug 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Music and Motion
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Room
Join us for a lively time of musical fun with stories, songs, music, rhythm and movement!
Music and Motion
Tue, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Join us for a lively time of musical fun with stories, songs, music, rhythm and movement!
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Aug 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Etched Glass
Tue, Aug 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
DIY Glass Etching
LEGO® Academy
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room
Let's build with LEGO® bricks!
Summer Chess Club
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for outdoor chess and board games. All ages and skill levels.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Aug 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Makerspace Drop-Ins
Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Curious about our Makerspace equipment but not sure where to start? Drop in during this open session to ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn... more
Curious about our Makerspace equipment but not sure where to start? Drop in during this open session to ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn more about what’s available.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Thu, Aug 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Fri, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Teen Advisory Group
Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Puzzle Exchange
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Jenkins Room
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles.
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Mon, Aug 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Little Bookworm Box
Tue, Aug 11, All day
Sign up to receive all three Summer Season boxes.
Registration is now closed
Kid Bookworm Box
Tue, Aug 11, All day
Sign up to receive all three Summer Season boxes.
Registration is now closed
Music and Motion
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Room
Join us for a lively time of musical fun with stories, songs, music, rhythm and movement!
Adult Bookworm Box
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Sign up and receive a box filled with books, a music list, and monthly collectibles!
This event is full
Music and Motion
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Join us for a lively time of musical fun with stories, songs, music, rhythm and movement!
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Tue, Aug 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Pokémon Club
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room
Join the club for kids who love all things Pokémon.
Artist Talk Series
Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jenkins Room
Join us for the first in a series of Artist Talks hosted here at Reed Memorial Library on the relationship between Art and The United States of America.
Little Explorers
Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Get ready to dig into kindergarten!
FREE Summer Food Service Program
Wed, Aug 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Haymaker Room
Children ages 1-18 are invited to join us for FREE lunch and activities. Lunch is provided by Community Action Council.
Mid-Day Mysteries
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tuesday Room
Relax and enjoy a casual discussion of this month's title. Books will be ready to check out one month before the event.
Makerspace Drop-Ins
Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Curious about our Makerspace equipment but not sure where to start? Drop in during this open session to ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn... more
Curious about our Makerspace equipment but not sure where to start? Drop in during this open session to ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn more about what’s available.
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