MBLD SUMMER READING PROGRAM

June 24 – July 29, 2023

SUMMER-LONG EVENTS

Berlin Heights & Milan | June 1 – July 31
Community Photo Album [ A ]
Help us launch our Community Photo Album! Bring pre-2000 photos (limit 5) of Milan Square or Main Street in Berlin Heights to either library help desk to be scanned, digitally saved, and considered for addition to our digital collection. Photos returned by 8/15.

Berlin Heights & Milan | June 24 – July 8
Talent Show Sign-Up [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Performers of all ages: Are you a singer, orator, comedian, musician, magician, dancer, or other creative performer? Individual and group acts welcome to apply. Performances will take place at Edison Middle School with a reception to follow at the Berlin Heights Library. To be considered for this competition, please visit the link and fill out the form by July 8th: https://bit.ly/mbldsgottalent

Berlin Heights | Wednesdays | 4-5PM
Teen Takeover *RR [ YA ]
Calling all tweens and teens! Together we will take over the Berlin Heights Library for an hour of fun activities and crafts, plus attendees will receive a snack. This program series is designed for teens ages 11-18. Registration required.

Milan | Tuesdays | 4-4:30PM
Tuesdays Together *RR [ C ]
What is better than crafting alone? Crafting together! Join us as we celebrate our Summer Reading Program theme, “All Together Now,” on Tuesday afternoons at the library. This program is designed for children ages 5-12. Registration required.

JUNE EVENTS

Milan | June 24 | Sat | 11AM-1PM
Touch-A-Truck at the Library [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Join us as we kick off Summer Reading Program with a Touch-a-Truck event at the Milan Public Library. This community event will put you in the driver’s seat of a wide variety of vehicles and let you take the wheel. Explore all those cars and trucks you’ve always wanted to “play” with up close! Our parking lots will be chock-full of vehicles to experience.

Berlin Heights | June 26 | Mon | 5:30-6PM
It Takes a Village Family Storytime [ C ]
Come to hear some of your favorite Berlin Heights Community members tell some sweet stories and stay to make a fun craft.

Milan | June 29 | Thu | 4-4:45PM
Erie MetroPark NOW presents Animal Encounters [ C ]
The Erie MetroParks mobile unit NOW (Nature on Wheels) will be with us to present a program about the animals that we might encounter in our community and how to be kind to those animals. This program will be held outside weather permitting.

JULY EVENTS

Berlin Heights & Milan | July 6 | Thu | 11:30AM-7:30PM
Perfect Fit: Community Puzzle & Puzzle Exchange Day [ A ]
Stop by the library and add a piece (or two) to puzzles featuring local images from days gone by. In addition, we will be hosting our first puzzle exchange! Bring a gently used puzzle from home (no missing
pieces, please) and exchange for a new one. Puzzles available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Milan | July 8 | Sat | 11AM-12PM
Community Scavenger Hunt [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Join us for an action-packed scavenger hunt! Visit various community sites and complete the challenge required at each location. All ages welcome. At least one adult participant per group. Registration required prior to 7/5. (Please register each participant.)

Milan | July 22 | Sat | 9-10AM
Park Clean Up at the Milan Towpath MetroPark *RR [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Want to give back to your community and spend time in nature? Join us for a park clean-up event at the Milan Towpath MetroPark (99 N Main Street, Milan, Ohio). We will meet at the park and walk the trail together, as we pick up debris and garbage to aid the Erie MetroParks. Please wear clothing for outdoor work, and if possible, bring a pair of gardening gloves. All ages welcome. Registration required by 7/19.

Berlin Heights | July 22 | Sat | 11AM-1PM
MBLD Pop-Up Cafe Community Social Nostalgic Desserts [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Sample classic desserts that will bring back fond memories of days gone by – from favorite potluck and party treats to recipes inspired by iconic cafeteria dishes. FREE while supplies last.

Berlin Heights | July 25 | Tue | 5:30-6PM
We All Scream for Ice Cream Family Story Time [ C ]
It’s all about ice cream at this fun family story time! Join us for some sweet stories, songs, and a craft. PLUS, stick around to enjoy a tasty treat at our all-ages Ice Cream Social.

Berlin Heights | July 25 | Tue | 6-7PM
MBLD Pop-Up Cafe | Ice Cream Social [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Celebrate National Hot Fudge Sundae Day with us, and let yourself indulge in a sweet treat at our annual ice cream social. Top homemade brownies with vanilla ice cream and all your favorite mix-ins.

Milan | July 26 | Wed | 6-7PM
Film Screening | Adventure Never Ends: A Tabletop Saga [ YA ][ A ]
From dungeon-like basements to worldwide phenomenon, Adventure Never Ends: A Tabletop Saga explores how tabletop role-playing games have fought their way through decades of trial by fire to emerge at the height of pop culture— now shaping and bringing together millions of lives through storytelling, while also promoting socialization, team building, and empathy.

Berlin Heights | July 27 | Thu | 10-11AM
Book Banter Walk [ A ]
Join us for a stroll through Edison Woods MetroPark and discuss your favorite books. Are you stuck looking for ideas on what to read next? Come meet other book lovers who can offer suggestions and ideas for new favorites. All attendees will meet at the Edison Woods MetroPark 10186 State Highway 61 entrance. This event is weather permitting.

Milan | July 27 | Thu | 6-8PM
Family Friendly Party Games [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Join us for an evening filled with fun, family-friendly board and card games. Learn about and try out easily accessible games that players of all ages will find fun, like Sushi Go, Exploding Kittens, and more. Ages 8 – adult!

Berlin Heights | July 29 | Sat | 11AM-1PM
MBLD’s Got Talent [ C ][ YA ][ A ]
Come enjoy the show and support our talented community members as they perform their acts at our talent competition. The show will be held at the Edison Middle School (20 Center St, Berlin Heights, Ohio) with a reception to follow at the Berlin Heights Library where prizes will be awarded and refreshments served.