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Read a story as you explore nature at Dix Park. We've displayed the pages of a children's book for you to read as you walk along the trail. The Story Trail is long enough to contain an entire children's story but short enough so you don't wear out your little ones. Best of all, it ends directly at the nature play space where kids can play, climb, build, and explore. 

Each season brings a new book to the Story Trail so stop back often throughout the year. 

The Story Trail was made possible through a generous grant from the Ravenna United Fund and our partnership with The Portage Park District. 

Story Trail Book List
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Liked the Story Trail? Here are some more books we think you may enjoy!

  • Story Trail Recommendations
    • The old sleigh
    • On a flake-flying day
    • The snow thief
    • Counting winter
    • A cozy winter day
    • Just one flake
    • So much snow
    • Hiders seekers finders keepers : how animals adapt in winter
    • Whose footprints are these?
    • Bright winter night
    • Winter plants
    • The best gift for bear
    • The winter bird
    • Winter lullaby
    • Hedgehog's home for winter
    • After the snowfall
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Fun events for kids, tweens, and teens
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Tue, Feb 03, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive all three Winter Season boxes.
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Tue, Feb 03, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive all three Winter Season boxes.
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Tue, Feb 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.

Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.

Tue, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reed Memorial Library
Get ready for the ultimate dose of cuteness! Join us with Freedom Paws for a heartwarming Puppy Cuddle Fest —a cozy, joy-filled event... more
Get ready for the ultimate dose of cuteness! Join us with Freedom Paws for a heartwarming Puppy Cuddle Fest —a cozy, joy-filled event where you can snuggle, play, and relax with adorable puppies.

Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Emma, clap your hands!

Wed, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Join us for tournaments and co-op on some of your favorite games!

Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Books a Go Go
A special storytime hosted at Ravenna's Books a Go Go bookstore.

Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Help us kick off our Valentine Creation Station!

Thu, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Tuesday Room
Join us in creating digital collages and mood boards using free online tools.

Fri, Feb 06, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Fri, Feb 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Explore and play at sensory stations during this guided, drop-in experience for kids ages 2 to 5.

Sat, Feb 07, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Tuesday Room
Learn how to determine the actual age of your house and who lived there in the past.

Sun, Feb 08, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Tuesday Room
Where Did Our Pollinators Go? They Are Closer Than You Think!

Mon, Feb 09, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Mon, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Lapsit storytime with rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities.

Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Tuesday Room
Learn how to determine the actual age of your house and who lived there in the past.

Tue, Feb 10, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Tue, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Calling all Trainers! Do you collect Pokémon cards? Play the video games or read the manga? Do you just really love Pokémon? Then... more
Calling all Trainers! Do you collect Pokémon cards? Play the video games or read the manga? Do you just really love Pokémon? Then Pokémon Club is for you!

Wed, Feb 11, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Emma, clap your hands!

Thu, Feb 12, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Thu, Feb 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Bring your little ones to enjoy and explore live music.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Books a Go Go
A special storytime hosted at Ravenna's Books a Go Go bookstore.

Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Makerspace
Join us in learning to design, cut, and make your own vinyl stickers and decals to decorate your world.

Thu, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!

Fri, Feb 13, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Fri, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Grab your favorite stuffed animal and join us for a fun-filled Teddy Bear Tea Party!

Sat, Feb 14, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!

Sat, Feb 14, 9:15am - 11:30am
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take home and take some puzzles home for... more
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take home and take some puzzles home for yourself.

Mon, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Lapsit storytime with rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities.

Mon, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Tuesday Room
Join us twice a month on Monday and Tuesday evenings for chess matches and an assortment of other games.

Tue, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind.

Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker/Jenkins Room
Walk-ins are welcome; schedule an appointment anytime at redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: Ravenna

Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Let's build with Legos!

Rescheduled
Tue, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Monday, February 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library
Join us twice a month on Monday and Tuesday evenings for chess matches and an assortment of other games.