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Portage Park Adventures

Presented by Portage Parks Educator Holly Stoneberg

2024-07-16 10:00:00 2024-07-16 11:00:00 America/New_York Portage Park Adventures Come hear about what is happening in the Portage Parks! Educator Holly Stoneberg is going to speak about some of the exciting new things happening there. Pierce Streetsboro Branch -

Tuesday, July 16
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-07-16 10:00:00 2024-07-16 11:00:00 America/New_York Portage Park Adventures Come hear about what is happening in the Portage Parks! Educator Holly Stoneberg is going to speak about some of the exciting new things happening there. Pierce Streetsboro Branch -

Come hear about what is happening in the Portage Parks! Educator Holly Stoneberg is going to speak about some of the exciting new things happening there.

For children and families.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Performer |

TAGS: | Ages 8-10 | Ages 5-7 | Ages 3-4 | Ages 11-13 |

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Phone: 330-626-4458
Branch manager
Robin Markel

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 7:00PM

Mon, Jun 24 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 30 Closed

Upcoming Events

Wed, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for storytime at the Pierce Streetsboro Library! Visit the library for stories, flannel boards, music and crafts this summer. Limited to 25 participants.

Wed, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children are invited to the Randolph Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more!

Wed, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windham Branch
Come with hooks, leave with a book! Check out the Windham Library’s monthly drop-in group crafting sessions for adult crafters.

Wed, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Bring your friends to the Garrettsville Library and use the library's Legos to create whatever you can imagine! Limited to 20 participants.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a discussion of "The Villa" by Rachel Hawkins.

Wed, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join in on a Dungeons and Dragons Adventure across the lands built just for tween and teen players! Limited to 10 participants.

Thu, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aurora Memorial Branch
Mr. Jeff will be singing and dancing at the Aurora Library! Stop by for some songs, dances and maybe some bubbles too. Limited to 35 participants.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
A large garden doesn’t fit everyone’s lifestyle, or space availability. A Portage County Master Gardener Volunteer will discuss options for fresh produce and more. Limited to 25 participants.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Jun 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Make some music with the Groovy Garfoose! Limited to 20 participants.

Fri, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Local artist Kathy K. returns to the Randolph Library to make camping/adventure themed crafts.

Fri, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windham Branch
Let's get creative and make puppets! Using a basic outline we will make a puppet of your choice.

Fri, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kick back with some snacks and join us for a movie night. Movie will be chosen by participants. Doors open at 3:00 but the movie starts at 3:45. This event is intended for teens.

Sat, Jun 29, All day
Randolph Branch
Pick up a book-themed box for teens. Available while supplies last each month. Get a box with crafts that go with a book!

Sat, Jun 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Drop in to make something useful with this fun and easy craft!

Sat, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a bubble-tastic show! Sue Durante, aka the Bubble Lady, will amaze you with bubbles that multiply, bubbles that do acrobatics, square bubbles, and more. Limited to 45 participants.

Mon, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Mon, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
In this month's meeting, learn the techniques and advantages of growing medicinal herbs and how to harvest and use them safely. Limited to 15 participants. Registration required.

Tue, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Tue, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a visit from Jill Halligan of the OSU Extension office, as she offers us a hands-on experience with rockets! Limited to 15 participants.

Tue, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come to the Randolph Library to celebrate your favorite cartoon Australian dog. Read stories, play games, and celebrate all that is Bluey!

Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Windham Branch
Join the Windham library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Group to explore a variety of titles and genres. Limited to 12 in-person participants or unlimited with Zoom.

Tue, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Come learn how to play chess or play with others. Boards will be provided. New players are welcome, as are those who want to dust off their old skills. This event is limited to 24 participants.

Tue, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for an evening of crafting. All crafts are welcome; if it's portable, you can bring it!

Wed, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for storytime at the Pierce Streetsboro Library! Visit the library for stories, flannel boards, music and crafts this summer. Limited to 25 participants.

Wed, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children are invited to the Randolph Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more!

Wed, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Celebrate the 4th of July Holiday with patriotic trivia and crafts for children and teens!

Fri, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come to the Randolph Library to travel and learn about different countries! Nine countries Mexico, China, Germany, Italy, America, Japan, Morocco, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.

Mon, Jul 08, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Too busy for a normal book club? No worries! This book subscription box runs completely in your own time. Plus, you get some cool free stuff! This month's theme is Delulu Romance.

Mon, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come and learn about the art of origami with Yasu Ishida during this engaging workshop! Limited to 25 participants.

Mon, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Mon, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join Stacy from Balloon Party Pals for a balloon animal celebration. She will be creating balloon animals for all who drop in. Limited to 100 participants. Registration is required.

Mon, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Japanese Artist Yasu Ishida will take participants on a magical ride through his art as he brings the story to life in this interactive program. This will be inside by the fireplace.

Mon, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come join us at the Randolph Library for a celebration of the Anne of Green Gables. We will have crafts and games celebrating the beloved stories!

Mon, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Start your cooking journey with Delany, as we learn how to cook a few summer classics and munch along the way! This event is intended for teens of all cooking abilities. Limited to 10 participants.

Mon, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Let's get together and talk art! Bring your WIP's and hang with friends. Limited to 10 participants.

Mon, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dust off your grass skirt - we're having a luau this month! Limited to 10 participants.

Tue, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Tue, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Play games like giant Jenga, hopscotch and many others. Later, discover a new forever friend when you adopt a pet rock. Limited to 20 participants.

Tue, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
A team of Viking reenactors will be showing off their Viking skills and weapons. We will hear stories about Vikings and their lives. Open to all ages!

Tue, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and try your hand at some Disney trivia fun!

Tue, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Brimfield Branch
This month, we will be discussing "Then She Was Gone" by Lisa Jewell. Copies will be available at the Brimfield Library. Feel free to bring snacks to share at the meeting.

Tue, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a discussion of the novel "The Rose Code" by Kate Quinn. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation, bring your own opinions to the discussion. This event is intended for adults.

Tue, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a discussion of "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Tue, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join the Aurora Library the second Tuesday of each month with a current knit or crochet project in front of the fireplace.

Wed, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for storytime at the Pierce Streetsboro Library! Visit the library for stories, flannel boards, music and crafts this summer. Limited to 25 participants.

Wed, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children are invited to the Randolph Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more!

Wed, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and join us for to learn about camping and adventure with Wingfoot State Park.

Wed, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us for a lively discussion. Copies of this book are available at the circulation desk.

Wed, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us at the Garrettsville Library and create an amazing papier mâché mask! Limited to 15 participants.

Wed, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us each month for a spirited discussion of romance titles and the genre in general! Limited to 30 participants.

Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Have you already done all the puzzles in your house?  Kids outgrown the puzzles you got them when they were younger? Join our puzzle trade! Bring in your old puzzles and trade them in a for a new one.

Thu, Jul 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Bring a yoga mat, water, and comfortable clothing. If you do not have a mat, some mats will be available for your use. Limited to 15 participants.

Fri, Jul 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come and check out what the Friends have for sale this month in the Gallery. There is always a treasure or two to be found!

Fri, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Intended for children 5 and under.

Fri, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and join us at the Randolph Library to learn about Greek and Roman Mythology through trivia. Ask any questions you may have had about mythology.

Fri, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Have you already done all the puzzles in your house?  Kids outgrown the puzzles you got them when they were younger? Join our puzzle trade! Bring in your old puzzles and trade them in a for a new one.

Fri, Jul 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Windham Branch
Monthly session to learn and practice the SoulCollage® method of creating and reading personal oracle cards with a trained facilitator. Limited to 12 participants.

Sat, Jul 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come and check out what the Friends have for sale this month in the Gallery. There is always a treasure or two to be found!

Sat, Jul 13, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Drop in for a meditative coloring session and craft.

Sat, Jul 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Do you want to learn how to paint miniature figures, or get some advice painting a model you already own? Learn the tricks of model making and painting miniatures figures.

Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and meet Mrs. Claus at the Randolph Library as she visits us from the North Pole to celebrate Christmas in July.

Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Have you already done all the puzzles in your house?  Kids outgrown the puzzles you got them when they were younger? Join our puzzle trade! Bring in your old puzzles and trade them in a for a new one.

Mon, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Mon, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us at the Garrettsville Library for this exciting reptile show! Limited to 125 participants. Registration is required.

Mon, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Sean Short a representative from the Ravenna Balloon A-Fair is coming to speak to us about hot air balloons and what goes into putting on the Ravenna Balloon A-Fair every September.

Mon, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Windham Branch
Join members of The Windham Historical Society as we "meet" famous Windhamites while taking a walking tour of the town's historic cemetery. Limited to 20 participants.

Tue, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Tue, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come hear about what is happening in the Portage Parks! Educator Holly Stoneberg is going to speak about some of the exciting new things happening there.

Tue, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
A professional Roller Derby team will show off some of their skills and talk to us about competition and fun. This is an interactive program and open to all ages.

Tue, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come learn how to use the power of the sun to make beautiful prints! Sun printing also known as cyanotype is a method of using the sun to create prints. Limited to 20 participants.

Tue, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come to the library for bingo, and the chance to win the grand prize.

Rescheduled
Tue, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Tuesday, August 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "Don Quixote" by Miquel de Cervantes with a new translation by Edith Grossman. Limited to 20 participants.

Wed, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for storytime at the Pierce Streetsboro Library! Visit the library for stories, flannel boards, music and crafts this summer. Limited to 25 participants.

Wed, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children are invited to the Randolph Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more!

Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windham Branch
Come with hooks, leave with a book! Check out the Windham Library’s monthly drop-in group crafting sessions for adult crafters.

Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Portage Parks is coming to the Randolph Library to talk about their camping programs and adventures you can have at the parks system.

Wed, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
This month we will discuss "Iona Iverson's Rules for Commuting" by Clare Pooley.

Wed, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join in on a Dungeons and Dragons Adventure across the lands built just for tween and teen players! Limited to 10 participants.

Thu, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Sit around the campfire, roast marshmallows, and listen to some stories! Limited to 15 participants.

Thu, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join the Pierce Streetsboro Library for an amazing steel drum performance! Found Sounds drum performance brings hands-on learning about steel drums origin and history. Limited to 50 participants.

Thu, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Bring your friends to the Garrettsville Library and use the library's Legos to create whatever you can imagine! Limited to 20 participants.

Thu, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Stop by to read a furry friend! Alliance of Therapy Dogs is bringing a four legged friend for children to read to.

Thu, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us to talk about a book, comic, or graphic novel you've enjoyed reading this month! Limited to 10 participants.

Fri, Jul 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Windham Branch
Home-School Club is a chance to get together with other families who home-school. Join us for a topic and a craft.

Fri, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Struggling with the effects of chronic pain from arthritis? Improve joint mobility, strength, and balance with (mostly) seated exercises, specific to those with arthritis. Limited to 10 participants.

Fri, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Roller Coasters are a thrill to ride, but what makes them work? Learn how roller coasters operate with the help of Jill Halligan from OSU Extension office.

Fri, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kick back with some snacks and join us for a game night. Games offered include a bunch of board games, and even some multiplayer video games. Or just come hang out! This event is intended for teens.

Fri, Jul 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Windham Branch
Gather with fellow crafters to create functional fabric and yarn based objects with a sustainable twist! Limited to 12 participants.

Sat, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Intended for children 5 and under.

Mon, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Mon, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join Jill Halligan of the OSU Extension Office for a hands-on experience with rockets. Limited to 15 participants.

Mon, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Play 20 Questions with a twist! Join your friends in playing this oddly specific guessing game. Limited to 15 participants.

Mon, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come join Ms. Roberta for a fun Outdoor Campfire Storytime. Come dressed in PJs! Please bring ground cover or seat to sit on.

Tue, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
Join the library for stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and songs all summer long! Limited to 25 participants.

Tue, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Join the Windham Library for an amazing steel drum performance! Found Sounds drum performance brings hands-on learning about steel drums origin and history.

Tue, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Want to learn more about true crime? Visit the Randolph Library to learn more about popular cases. A Q&A will follow.

Tue, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Brimfield Branch
If you have been tracing your family tree for a while, you have probably run into a dead end, or a Brick Wall. Genealogist Roger Marble will dicuss tools to help you break through those walls.

Wed, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children are invited to the Randolph Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more!

Wed, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and join us for to learn about camping and adventure with Wingfoot State Park.

Wed, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Decorate a hacky sack ball and try your hand at a game of hacky sack at the Garrettsville Library. Limited to 15 participants.

Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a discussion of "The Henna Artist " by Alka Joshi.

Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Come play a life-size game in the library! Limited to 6 participants per 30 minute session.

Wed, Jul 24, 2:40pm - 3:10pm
Brimfield Branch
Come play a life-size game in the library! Limited to 6 participants per 30 minute session.

Wed, Jul 24, 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Brimfield Branch
Come play a life-size game in the library! Limited to 6 participants per 30 minute session.

Wed, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Come play a life-size game in the library! Limited to 6 participants per 30 minute session.

Wed, Jul 24, 4:40pm - 5:10pm
Brimfield Branch
Come play a life-size game in the library! Limited to 6 participants per 30 minute session.

Wed, Jul 24, 5:20pm - 5:50pm
Brimfield Branch
Come play a life-size game in the library! Limited to 6 participants per 30 minute session.

Wed, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Inklings Hybrid Book Club at the Garrettsville library as we dive into an adventure with C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien and more. Limited to 15 participants.

Thu, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
The Garrettsville/ Nelson fire department is coming to the library and bringing their trucks!

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Come and read a story with Miss Gabbi from the Portage County Health District and talk about yummy healthy foods! Limited to 20 participants.

Thu, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and learn about the life cycle of a butterfly, metamorphosis, eggs, pupa, and much more! We will play a migration game and matching game.

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
What's better than books and gardening? Meet one Thursday a month, with speakers covering a variety of topics. We will be outside this month. Limited to 25 participants.

Thu, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Play games and eat snacks!

Fri, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Intended for children 5 and under.

Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come and join us for Olympic fun at the Randolph Library!

Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windham Branch
Using basic self-made tools, we will learn how to weave a beautiful piece of art.