Lorain Public Library System

Lorain County Reads Events/Activities

Join the eight libraries in Lorain County as we present our 2nd Lorain County Reads, a county-wide literary project featuring well known author, food blogger, cook and journalist, Michael Ruhlman of Ohio. Click here to learn more!

Michael Ruhlman Appearances:

Appearance By Food Author Michael Ruhlman
Sunday, October 16 at 3 p.m.
Sponsored by Lorain Public Library System at Palace Theatre, 617 Broadway Ave., Lorain

Michael Ruhlman, occasional judge on the Food Network’s Iron Chef, is the author of a number of books about cooking. Come and hear him talk about his book, The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection, with time for questions and answers, too. The Friends of the Lorain Public Library, Inc. will host the program which will also include light refreshments. Preregistration is required by calling the Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 450.

Appearance By Food Author Michael Ruhlman
Saturday, October 22 at 10:30 a.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Columbia Branch Library, 13824 W. River Rd., North, Columbia Station

Michael Ruhlman, food editor and blogger as well as occasional judge on the Food Network’s Iron Chef, will talk about his book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection, with time for questions and answers, too. Light refreshments will be served. This program is cosponsored with The Friends of the Columbia Library, Inc. For more information, call the Columbia Branch Library at 440-236-8751.

Food/Cooking-Related Programs:

Adult Cooking Program - Pierogis
Thursday, September 8 at 6:30 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Rd., Sheffield Lake

Adults, here is your chance to try making your own pierogis, one of northeast Ohio's favorite ethnic foods. Participants make the dough then finish filling and cooking them at home. The cooking program is inspired by Michael Ruhlman's book, The Soul of a Chef, which will be read and discussed at the Domonkas Branch Library later in September. Class size is limited. Preregistration is required by calling the Domonkas Branch Library at 440-949-7410.

Adult Cooking Program - Salad Dressing
Thursday, October 6 at 6:30 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Rd., Sheffield Lake

Make and sample your own tasty, homemade dressing and salad at this hands-on program for adults. The cooking program is inspired by the Michael Ruhlman book, The Soul of a Chef. Class size is limited. Preregistration is required by calling the Domonkas Branch Library at 440-949-7410.

Great Cookbook Swap
Sunday, October 9 at 2 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library, 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain

Is cooking your passion and browsing through cookbooks a hobby? Here’s a way to refresh your personal cookbook collection by swapping cookbooks that you own for others that you will find at our cookbook swap day. Just bring your cookbooks to the Library Cookbook Swap; receive one “swap coupon” for each cookbook that you donate. We would also be glad to accept your donations of cookbooks – and cooking magazines - even if you can’t make it to the program that day. Preregistration is required by calling the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 450.

Combined Book Discussions/Food Demonstrations Led By Library Staff:

The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection Book Discussion
Wednesday, September 21 at 6:30 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s South Lorain Branch Library, 2121 Homewood Dr., Lorain

Combined book discussion and food demonstration for adults featuring Northeast Ohio native and food author Michael Ruhlman’s book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of the book at the Library (while supplies last). Preregistration is required by calling the South Lorain Branch Library at 440-277-5672.

The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection Book Discussion
Monday, September 26 at 7 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Rd., Sheffield Lake

Adults will enjoy a special book discussion about local author, Michael Ruhlman's book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection. Featured will be special guest presentations relating to food and cooking. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of the book at the Library (while supplies last). For more information, call the Domonkas Branch Library at 440-949-7410.

The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection Book Discussion
Wednesday, September 28 at 6 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Avon Branch Library, 37485 Harvest Dr., Avon

Come to this combined book discussion and food demonstration for adults featuring Northeast Ohio native and food author Michael Ruhlman's book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection, and a recipe for vinaigrette. Salads will be provided for tasting. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of the book at the Library (while supplies last). For more information, call the Avon Branch Library at 440-934-4743.

The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection Book Discussion
Wednesday, October 5 at 7 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s North Ridgeville Branch Library, 35700 Bainbridge Road, North Ridgeville

A combined book discussion and food demonstration featuring Northeast Ohio native and food author Michael Ruhlman's book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection and recipes. Sample foods will be provided for tasting by participants. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of the book at the Library (while supplies last). Preregistration is required by calling the North Ridgeville Branch Library at 440-327-8326.

The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection Book Discussion
Monday, October 10 at 6:30 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library, 351 W. Sixth St., Lorain

Adults will enjoy a special book discussion about local author, Michael Ruhlman's book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection. Featured will be special guest presentations relating to food and cooking. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of the book at the Information Desk starting September 1 (while supplies last). For more information, call the Main Library at 440-244-1192 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 450.

The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection Book Discussion
Monday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Columbia Branch Library, 13824 W. River Rd., North, Columbia Station

Come for a food demonstration and a few samplings of sweet treats taken from Cleveland author, Michael Ruhlman's book, Ratio: The Simple Codes Behind the Craft of Everyday Cooking. A discussion of his popular book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection will follow. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of The Soul of a Chef at the Library starting September 1 (while supplies last). Preregistration is required by calling the Columbia Branch Library at 440-236-8751.

Book Discussion Only Led By Library Staff:

Tuesday @ Two Book Discussion – The Soul Of A Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection
Tuesday, September 27 at 2 p.m.
At Lorain Public Library System’s Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Rd., Sheffield Lake

Adults, enjoy a special book discussion about local author, Michael Ruhlman’s book, The Soul of a Chef: The Journey Toward Perfection. Book Discussion participants may pick up a free copy of the book at the Library (while supplies last). For more information, call the Domonkas Branch Library at 440-949-7410.