Burton Public Library
Sign up for the Burton Summer Reading Program. Event features the Chardon Polka Band, jumbo games, face-painting, balloon animals, treats and more...
Burton Library is located at 14588 W. Park St. No registration is required unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 440-834-4466 or visit burtonlibrary.org.
Summer Reading Kickoff
June 1, 1-2 p.m.
Sign up for the Burton Summer Reading Program. Event features the Chardon Polka Band, jumbo games, face-painting, balloon animals, treats and more.
Movin’ and Groovin’ Storytime
June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 10-10:30 a.m.
All ages may join for a musical story time with Mr. Eli. Feel free to bring instruments and come ready to dance – perfect for kids who have trouble sitting still.
Geauga Skywatchers
June 5, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join for a presentation given by the International Women’s Air and Space Museum.Registration is required.
Baby/Toddler Storytime
June 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10-10:30 a.m.
Join for music, sensory activities and stories. Ages 0-3.
Buddy Art
June 6, 2-3 p.m.
Work with a partner to recreate a work of art together. School aged. Registration required.
Family Storytime
June 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10:30-11 a.m.
Join Ms. Amy for stories, song, dance and bubbles in a storytime geared for children 3-5 years with their families.
Yoga
June 7, 14 and 28, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Join an instructor as she walks through different yoga poses. Instructor fee is $5.
Book and Activity Club
June 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2-3 p.m.
Join the weekly All Together Now Intergenerational Book and Activity Club with guests from the local memory unit. Participants will work together on crafts and read together. School-aged participants only. Registration is required.
Book Club
June 8, 1:30-3 p.m.
Discuss “The Summer Seekers” by Sarah Morgan.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
June 8, 6-7 p.m.
Kids up to age 5 may bring their stuffed animals to a special storytime and then leave them to spend the night at the library. Pick them up the following morning at 9:15 a.m. and enjoy a light breakfast. Registration is required.
Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange
June 9, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exchange puzzles for new ones. Leave one, take one.
Snow Cones & Chalk Drawings
June 13, 2-3 p.m.
School aged youth will make an icy flavored treat and beautify the sidewalks. Registration is required.
Outback Ray
June 15, 1-2 p.m.
All ages may join for Outback Ray’s fabulous animal show.
Welton’s Gorge
June 15, 3-4 p.m.
Discover the spectacular 40-foot sandstone ledges and unique plant community as well as the rich cultural history of Welton’s Gorge, one of Geauga Park District’s newest parks.
Board Meeting
June 15, 7-8 p.m.
Dog Safety for Kids
June 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Local dog trainer Johanna Teresi, with Four Legged Scholars, LLC, will teach kids how to interact with dogs to prevent bad dog interactions. Registration is required.
Fire Station Visit
June 19, 2:15-3:30 p.m.
Go see the Burton Fire Department and get a tour. Parent/guardian must accompany each child. Meet at the library at 2:15 p.m. to walk over together. Registration is required.
Inside Circle
June 19, 6-7 p.m.
Develop music skills with RockAbility members. The group will use music therapy techniques to develop rhythm and melody skills. Adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers are welcome. Bring an instrument or use one of the library’s.
We Rock – Rock Painting
June 20, 2-3 p.m.
Paint a rock with a kind message and then hide it in Burton to make someone smile. Registration is required.
Reward Based Training
June 20, 6-7 p.m.
Use reward-based training to get one’s dog to listen with local dog trainer Johanna Teresi, with Four Legged Scholars LLC. Humans only. Registration is required.
Dance Class with Fairmount Center for the Arts
June 21 and 28, 1-2 p.m.
Youth ages 7-12 will join a guest instructor from Fairmount Center of the Arts for a two-part dance class. There will be a dance performance at 1:45 p.m. June 28. Registration is required.
Erie Heights Brass Band
June 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The ensemble consists of two trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium and tuba – a unique British brass band sound.
Library Scavenger Hunt
June 22, 1-2 p.m.
Join the Great Burton Library Scavenger Hunt for a special literary themed scavenger hunt. Fun for the whole family. Only one team can win.
Read with NAMI Therapy Dogs
June 23, 1-2 p.m.
Drop in at any point to read and relax with therapy dogs. Light snacks and books will be available. All ages.
Friendship Bread & Butter Day
June 27, 2-3 p.m.
Come and enjoy friendship bread and make homemade butter. Registration is required.
Get Dogs to Come the Positive Way
June 27, 6-7 p.m.
Learn how to make dogs come the positive way. Humans only. Registration is required.
Touch–a-Truck
June 29, 1-4 p.m.
Explore real trucks and enjoy free snacks. All ages.
Melt and Pour Soap Making
June 29, 3:30 p.m.
Make soap to take home and choose its fragrance. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
