Connections Ritter Public Library • Spring 2026 Make It @ Ritter New equipment includes: • Heat Press with Mug Press attachment • Sawgrass Sublimation Printer • 60” Keencut Sabre Substrate Cutter • Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro 3D Printer • Brother ScanNCut • Brother Sewing Machine • Hand tools including a Dremel, drill, heat gun, and soldering iron This spring, there’s even more to explore, learn, and create at the Library! Courtesy of the Ritter Public Library Endowment Fund, our Makerspace has been enhanced with new furniture, new equipment, and a fresh coat of paint. Our Roland SG2-300 large format printer and cutter has been a popular offering since its acquisition in 2021, printing thousands of banners, posters, stickers and more for local creatives and small businesses. This expansion furthers our goal to facilitate the development of technological skills, creativity, and entrepreneurship through self-directed learning and public access to equipment. The newly-acquired equipment expands the possibilities for what can be made. Check out our upcoming Maker classes or attend our Open House this April to get ideas for what you can create. Along with the physical improvements to the space, we are introducing more opportunities for you to to learn and create at the Library. Come to one of our weekly Open Studio sessions to use equipment under the supervision of Library staff, attend a Maker class, or to become eligible to reserve the space for independent use, schedule an orientation session with our staff. We can’t wait to see what you create here at Ritter Public Library! Weekly Open Studio Hours (beginning April 7th) Tuesday 5-8PM Friday 10AM-1PM Saturday 2-5PM Open House Sunday, April 12th from 3-4:30PM Celebrate the opening of the Makerspace with us! Watch the ribbon cutting, see the new equipment, and make your mark on a collaborative art project to be displayed in the Library. Intro to Sublimation Friday, March 27th at 4PM Sublimation printing uses uses special ink and paper to create vibrant heat transfers. Learn the process from start to finish by creating a simple design in Canva, printing it, and using our heat press to transfer it onto an item of your choice. Intro to Canva Thursday, April 16th at 4PM & Friday, May 8th at 3PM Canva is a free graphic design app you can use to create digital graphics, print materials, and more. Learn the fundamentals of Canva by creating a simple beginner project. Graduation Poster Workshop Tuesday, April 28th from 6-8PM & Friday, May 1st from 3-5PM Celebrate your soon-to-be graduate with a custom poster! Choose from a selection of templates and we’ll add your grad’s name and photo (if desired). Intro to Large Format Printing Tuesday, May 19th at 6PM Learn how to use the Library’s Roland SG2-300 large format printer and cutter, which can print posters, banners, stickers and more. We will also discuss best practices for creating your design in order to ensure a high-quality print. Sublimation Mugs Friday, May 29th at 3:30PM Learn the sublimation printing process from start to finish by creating a simple design in Canva, printing it, and using our heat press to transfer it onto a mug. Maker Classes
Tech @ Two Mondays from 2-4PM Drop in for one-on-one help with your computer, smartphone, tablet, email, and more. Homework Help Mondays from 3-5PM Stop by the Teen Desk and see Jenni for help with anything from an essay to calculus. Get DEEP About Diabetes Class series begins Tuesday, March 3rd at 10AM Tina Sluga, Healthcare Advocate Trainer at Serving Our Seniors, will lead this fun and interactive course on diabetes self-management. Open to older adults 60+ and their caregivers. Call Serving Our Seniors at 419-624-1856 to register. Coloring & Confections First Tuesdays at 11AM Chat, get creative, and snack on treats at this adults-only coloring session. Ripples of Plastic Tuesday, March 3rd at 6PM Erie Soil and Water Conservation District will screen Ripples of Plastic, a documentary exploring the unseen impacts of plastic pollution in the great lakes. Cooking Basics Select Wednesdays at 6PM Tweens & teens can learn basic cooking skills and fun recipes. Then, they’ll get to taste their own creations! March 4th: Mac & Cheese Remix April 8th: Spring Desserts May 6th: Picnic Legal Resource Sharing First Wednesdays at 6PM Plan for your future, explore resources, and learn basic legal definitions. March: Estate Planning 101 April: Estate Planning 102 May: Elder Law & Long-Term Care Learn Through Play Thursdays at 10AM Nurture essential pre-K skills through unstructured play, followed by a pintsized storytime. Retro Recipes 1st Thursdays at 6PM Explore iconic dishes that defined the past with live demonstrations and taste tests. March: 1930s April: Pioneers May: Ancient European Civilizations LEGO Day First Fridays from 2:30-5PM Build and create your own fantastic LEGO creations. Builds will be displayed for everyone to appreciate. Showcase Social Sunday, March 8th at 2PM Rediscover the joy of Show & Tell, but for adults and teens! Bring an object to share with the group that has a story, a spark of nostalgia, or simply makes you smile. Sewing Basics 2nd Mondays at 6PM Bring your own sewing machine to learn the basics through a beginner project. March: Sewing for a Cause April: Aprons May: Pillows History Has Its Eyes on You: Hamilton Sing Along Tuesday, March 10th at 5PM Rise up! Come join us for a sing-a-long showing of Hamilton: The Musical! Don’t throw away your shot to sing and to create your own Hamilton painted silhouette! Readers Theater Wednesday, March 11th at 6PM Readers Theater is a form of drama where performers read from a script to tell a story. Kids will practice a short story to present to their families. Logic Lab 2nd Thursdays at 6PM Kids ages 8+ can learn STEM concepts like coding and circuits through fun activities. Bring your own smartphone or tablet, or use one of ours. Little Explorers Saturdays at 10AM, March 14th, April 11th, and May 23rd Littles will explore using their eyes, ears, mouths, nose and hands to learn about the world around us. Sensory playtime without the mess at home! Crafting with Angela 3rd Tuesdays at 6PM Tap into your creativity with a new craft each month. March: Beaded Plant April: Pop-Up Card May: Mini Wire-Wrap Wreath Creative Writing Club 3rd Thursdays at 6PM Whether you write poetry, novels, or short stories, join us for writing exercises and group discussion of writing techniques. Be Your Own Storyteller Friday, March 20th at 3:30PM Kids will choose from a mystery box to generate the Who, What, and Where of their story to make into their own book. Ready for K Class Saturdays, March 21st, April 18th, & May 30th at 11AM Kids and their grownups will team up for hands-on activities that build kindergarten skills like letter writing and cutting with scissors. Events Key: Children Teen Adult Registration is required: Call 440-967-3798 or register online: ritterpubliclibrary.org/events
The Wonders of Warblers Wednesday, May 13th at 6PM Each spring, this region bursts with color and song as dozens of warbler species migrate through on their journey north. Black River Audubon Society will show us where these extraordinary birds come from & how to identify them. DIY Corsage & Boutonniere Friday, May 15th at 3PM Get prom-ready and add a personal touch to your evening by creating your own stylish floral accessories. Butterflies & Blooms Saturday, May 16th Kids Craft: 11AM Teen Craft: 2PM Embrace spring with nature-inspiried craft projects. Craft Swap Saturday, May 23rd from 11AM-2PM Clear out your craft closet & make room for new supplies! Drop of your gently-used craft supplies from May 16th through the 22nd to get a ticket to enter the swap at 11AM. At 11:30AM, the swap will be open to all to take items regardless of whether a donation was made. Mini Zen Garden Sunday, May 24th at 3PM Spend a relaxing afternoon learning about the history of the Zen garden & building your own to take home. Bingo Night Mondays at 5:30, March 23rd, April 27th, & May 18th Play in our fun and relaxed bingo game to win small prizes. Crafting with Ms. Jenna Tuesday, March 24th at 5PM Kids will get creative with perler beads to make a design they can take home. Design & Discover 4th Wednesdays at 5:30PM Each month, explore a new STEM topic through experiments, activities, crafts and more. Best for grades 4-7. Genealogy Resource Sharing Wednesday, March 25th at 5:30PM Gather with fellow genealogy enthusiasts to share resources and work on projects together. Pokemon League 4th Thursdays at 5:30PM Join the league to battle with fellow Pokemon trainers. Enjoy crafts and Pokemon activities. Best for kids in grades 2-5. Craft with Clay: Picture Transfer Thursday, April 2nd at 10:30AM Make a spring-inspired trinket using just water, clay, and a printed design. Weather Awareness Saturday, April 4th at 3PM Learn about the weather around us through hands-on activities and demonstrations designed to engage kids, teens, and adults. A Matter of Balance Tuesdays at 10AM, Starting April 14th Reduce your fear of falling and increase your physical activity through group activities and gentle exercises led by coaches from Serving Our Seniors. Natural Spring Cleaning Tuesday, April 14th at 6PM Learn about sustainable cleaning methods and how to reduce and reuse products this spring. Junk Journaling Friday, April 17th at 3:30 Turn everyday scraps into meaningful art while designing your own personalized journal. Ritter Reels: April Showers Wednesday, April 22nd at 6PM Experience the classic cinema experience at the Library complete with snacks- we’re screening Singin’ in the Rain (1952). Fairy Garden Magic Friday, April 24th at 3PM Combine nature and whimsy to create your own miniature fairy garden. Family Earth Day Fair Saturday, April 25th from 1-4PM Kids and adults alike will enjoy moving from station to station for hands-on learning covering sustainability. Beginner CapCut Saturday, May 2nd at 4PM Learn how to create short form videos in this popular and easy to use app. Leaf Painting Tuesday, May 5th at 6PM Follow along with our demonstration of creating a sunflower using leaves, or get creative with your own take. Little Planting Fridays, May 8th, June 19th, & July 17th at 4PM Kids and teens will grow plants from seed to harvest through hands-on activities and simple lessons. Storytimes Build pre-K skills with stories, music, and activities for kids from birth through age 5. Once Upon a Monday Mondays at 11AM Wacky Wednesdays with Ms. Jen a Wednesdays at 10AM Bedtime Stories with Kendal Thursdays at 630PM Town Tales Wednesdays, March 18th & April 15th at 630PM with special guests
Learn more & enter 5680 Liberty Ave Vermilion, OH 44089 Postal Customer Hours Mon - Thurs 9:30 AM - 8:30 PM Fri & Sat 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Sun 1 PM - 5 PM Closures Fri, April 3rd Staff Training Sun, April 5th Easter Mon, May 25th Memorial Day Contact Us 440-967-3798 info@ritter.lib.oh.us Rooted by Ritter Seed Library now open for spring! Take free seeds for your garden or donate extras from your collection. This year’s seeds were packed with the help volunteers in our community. Don’t buy it, borrow it Your Ritter Public Library card grants access not only to our vast selection of books, movies, music, and magazines, but also our Library of Things! The Library of Things contains a variety of unique items such as WiFi hotspots, a slide digitizer, a portable table and benches, a projector, and more. See everything we have to offer in the collection, located across from the main desk. Have an idea for something we should add to the Library of Things? Let us know - drop your suggestion in the box right next to our display. Show off your talent! Applications for the 2026 Community Art Show, presented in partnership with Arts Guild of Vermilion, are now available. Residents of Vermilion, Huron, Berlin Heights, Birmingham, and Wakeman age 18 and up are invited to enter original pieces into the show, which will be on display at the Library throughout the month of April. A public reception will be held on Thursday, April 9th at 6PM where the winners will be announced. Visit ritterpubliclibrary. org/artshow to learn more and apply. Art show returns The Unsinkable Ship Saturday, April 18th at 12PM Taste history at this interactive experience exploring life on the Titanic. Upon arrival at the newlyrenovated Harbourtown Hall, you will be assigned to one of 3 classes, just as passengers were on the Titanic. Your class designation will determine the lunch you receive, catered by local chef Jeremy Crawford of the Pavilion Grill. Following the meal, “The Unsinkable Molly Brown”, portrayed by the Ohio-based organization Women in History, will bring history to life with a captivating performance. This event is part of our new series for 2026, Foundation Features, sponsored the Ritter Public Library Foundation. Look forward to more events coming this year to gathering spaces in the Vermilion community. REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOUNDATION FEATURE
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