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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

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

  • Story Trail Recommendations
    • Summer is here
    • Honey bee : a first field guide to the world's favorite pollinating insect
    • Summer Song
    • Little bee
    • Mouse's first summer
    • Summer babies
    • Bees
    • Summer
    • When the bees buzzed off
    • Hello summer!
    • Little bee
    • Summer
    • Let's be bees
    • Summer crafts
    • If bees disappeared
    • Summer
    • Save the bees
    • Lola meets the bees
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Fun events for kids, tweens, and teens
Thu, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Meet other crafters and share your projects and knowledge.

Thu, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!

Tue, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Tue, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Chill with seasonal drinks and try a new cozy fall craft each session.

Tue, Sep 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us twice a month on Tuesday evenings for chess matches and an assortment of other games.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Join us for tournaments and co-op on some of your favorite games!

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!

Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
A craft program for children and grandparents to create, laugh, and make memories together.

Sun, Sep 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Tuesday Room
Make and collect stickers with monthly themes.

Sun, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Outdoor Pavilion
The Friends of RML will host the Joanie Calem Sing Along.

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Lapsit storytime with rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities.

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Mon, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Discover a world of color - one marker at a time!

Tue, Sep 09, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive all three Fall 2025 Season boxes.

Tue, Sep 09, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive all three Fall 2025 Season boxes.

Tue, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
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Tue, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us twice a month on Tuesday evenings for chess matches and an assortment of other games.

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

Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.

Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Join us in learning the basics of stop-motion animation using LEGO figures, free software, and a webcam. Open to all ages, no experience... more
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Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Bring your little ones to enjoy and explore live music.

Thu, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Drop in for a variety of fun activities after school.