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Roots of the Civil War: Tracing Your Ancestor's Story

"Was My William Smith in the Civil War?"

2025-05-06 18:00:00 2025-05-06 19:30:00 America/New_York Roots of the Civil War: Tracing Your Ancestor's Story Unlock your family's past! Join our workshop to learn how to research Civil War service records & uncover stories hidden in your ancestors' military service. Limited to 50 participants. Aurora Memorial Branch -

Tuesday, May 06
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-06 18:00:00 2025-05-06 19:30:00 America/New_York Roots of the Civil War: Tracing Your Ancestor's Story Unlock your family's past! Join our workshop to learn how to research Civil War service records & uncover stories hidden in your ancestors' military service. Limited to 50 participants. Aurora Memorial Branch -

Unlock your family's past! Join our workshop to learn how to research Civil War service records & uncover stories hidden in your ancestors' military service. Limited to 50 participants.

Join Brian Rhinehart from Civil War Records as he teaches some research tips and shows you (mostly) free resources you can use to determine if your ancestor was in the war.  In addition, he will show you how to differentiate among those common-named soldiers. Event is intended for adults and teens.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Educational |

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Puzzle Swap! - Trade your old puzzles for new!
Thu, May 21, All day
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Garrettsville Branch
Explore, play, and learn! Preschoolers ages 4/5/6 rotate through fun stations with hands-on activities that spark curiosity and build early learning skills! Limited to 15 people so please register.
Registration is now closed
Teen Book Group
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Love a book, comic, or graphic novel? Join our teen book club to share your favorites or discover new ones! No required reading—just fun discussions! Limited to 10 participants.
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Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Club - Where the Rivers Merge: A Novel
Thu, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "Where the Rivers Merge: A Novel" by Mary Alice Monroe..
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Puzzle Swap! - Trade your old puzzles for new!
Fri, May 22, All day
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, May 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Spring Storytime
Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and make new friends. Perfect for little ones (5 & under). Let’s bloom together!
Arthritis Exercise Class - Strive and thrive and become an arthritis warrior
Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Struggling with the effects of chronic pain from arthritis? Join the Garrettsville Library to learn how to exercise with arthritis. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, May 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Tabletop Adventures - Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Want to explore fantastical lands, slay monsters, and be a powerful hero (or villain)? Join Tabletop Adventures! Intended for ages 13-18. Limited to 8 participants. New players welcome!
Puzzle Swap! - Trade your old puzzles for new!
Sat, May 23, All day
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.
Crafternoons - Crafting Get-Together
Sat, May 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Meet and converse about your crafts and trade tips with other crafters! No skill is required, just a willingness to share knowledge and enjoy working on your crafts.
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities! Limit to 30 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Deerfield Township Hall
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Job Help - Resume Building, and Interview Skills
Tue, May 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a Job Help session focused on resume building and interview skills! Get tips on crafting a standout resume, practicing interview techniques, and boosting your confidence for success.
“Passing of the Armies: Soldiers Lives After the Civil War” - Civil War History
Tue, May 26, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
George N. Vourlojianis, Ph.D. Emeritus Professor of History will discuss what happened at the end of the Civil War, when millions stacked their arms and returned home to a nation forever changed.
Killer Reads - True Crime Book Club - "College Girl, Missing" by Shawn Cohen
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Uncover the stories behind the headlines! Join our Killer Reads: True Crime Book Club to explore gripping cases, discuss theories, and connect with fellow sleuths. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, May 27, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Spring Family Storytime
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Spring into fun with our Spring Family Storytime series! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and make new friends. Perfect for little ones (5 & under). Let’s bloom together!
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, May 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Music Makers - The Groovy Garfoose
Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Stop in for a fun-filled music therapy program for ages 0-3 years, filled with songs, instruments, stories and movement that boost bonding and support early development! Limited to 15 participants.
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Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Dance Party!
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Garrettsville Branch
Kids will move, groove, and giggle as they shake, dance, and play rhythm games that build coordination, listening, and early learning skills while having a blast! Limited to 20 participants.
The Plot Thickens Gardening Group
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
A Portage County Master Gardener Volunteer, Rita Connelly, will present nostalgic plants and discuss how we can reconnect with our ancestors and our past through gardening. Limited to 25 adults.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, May 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, May 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Community Gardening Days - Outdoor Planting
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Come on out and help us plant all the seeds we started back in April in our outdoor raised beds! Limited to 30 participants.
Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times - A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Pick up a Revolutionary Roadmap June 1 and begin your 7 month journey through classic literature, documents, speeches & poetry. Celebrate 250 years of American literature with us on Aug. 22. Limit 25.
Anti Social Book Club - Manga Mania
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Too busy for a normal book club? No worries! This book club runs completely in your own time. This month's theme is Manga Mania. Limit to 15.
Exploring Garrettsville - Tour the Town!
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Garrettsville Branch
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, let's take some time to learn about our town. Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jun 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Garrettsville Garden Club - Container Gardening for Beginners
Mon, Jun 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Dig into design at the library! Learn the thriller, filler, spiller method to create eye-catching container gardens. Mix height, texture, and trailing blooms for pots that pop with color and charm.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jun 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Windham Mysteries & More Book Club - "The Cliff's Edge" by Charles Todd
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Garrettsville 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.
Crochet Club - General Help
Mon, Jun 01, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Whether you are new to crochet or a pro, come join us to learn new techniques, new stitches, and how to read patterns! Intended for ages 8+. Limited to 6 participants.
International Mystery Book Club - "The Recovery Agent" by Janet Evanovich
Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
A mystery book club with an international twist! Each month, read a mystery that takes place in another country. This month, it's a trip to Cuba. Limited to 15 adults.
Summer Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Come have a Dino-Tastic time this summer at our Family Storytime! For ages birth to age 4 with caregiver. Don't let summer go extinct - come read with us!
Stomp & Roar Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dig into storytime and unearth a good story! Discover dino tales, roar through songs, stomp into a craft and make new friends. Perfect for little explorers ages 5 and under!
Randolph True Crime Club - The Case of Sarah Saganitso
Tue, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph Branch
Think you can solve the case? Join us as we look at unsolved crimes, examine the evidence and discuss our theories about who did it. This month we will be looking into the death of Sarah Saganitso.
Truth Matters - Spotting Misinformation & Disinformation in Everyday Life
Tue, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Through real-world examples and engaging discussion, participants will learn practical tools to evaluate sources, ask the right questions, and confidently sort fact from fiction.
Making Time - Crafting Group
Tue, Jun 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!
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jun 03, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Homeschool Group Board Games
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us for an afternoon of board games and fun! Intended for families with children of all ages. Limited to 30 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Puzzle Hour
Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Do Thursday mornings leave you puzzled? Come to the library, and assemble some puzzles with friends.
Knitting Basics - Learn to Knit
Thu, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Relax and learn the basics of knitting with an experienced teacher! All materials provided. Limit to 8 participants.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us as we kick off our summer program for young writers and artists. Come to the first class to make your own journal and join us for any of the scheduled times throughout the rest of the summer.
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Stop by The Garrettsville Farmers Market (8119 Main Street, Garrettsville, OH, United States, Ohio) each Thursday afternoon from 4-7PM for tasty summer treats, crafts and library-inspired fun!
Bigfoot: A Story Creation Adventure - Presented by author Julie Ditchburn Patton
Thu, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Team up to build your own quirky Bigfoot character and dive into the fun world of storytelling, guided by the author of Bigfoot is a Jerk! Limit to 20. For ages 8-13.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Jun 05, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Don't miss the Friends of the Library Library Book Sale! Great reads at unbeatable prices—something for everyone! Join us and help support the Aurora Memorial Library.
Exercising with Arthritis - Struggling with the effects of chronic pain from arthritis?
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville Library to improve mobility, flexibility, and strength in a safe, supportive environment for all fitness levels. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Teen Board Game Club - Hues and Cues
Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for Teen Board Game Club, where we play fun new board games every month. This month we will be paying "Hues and Cues". Limited to 10 participants.
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Don't miss the Friends of the Library Library Book Sale! Great reads at unbeatable prices—something for everyone! Join us and help support the Aurora Memorial Library.
D-Day: Turning the Tide of World War II
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for an informative event exploring D-Day & learn the story behind the battle. This event will examine the planning and lasting impact of the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II.
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party - Free Community Event!
Sat, Jun 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Jack Lambert Stadium
Join us for a FREE day of fun including: STEAM and literacy activities, food vendors, magician & balloon animals, a trackless train & dinosaurs brought to you by DinoROAR!
Learn to Paint Miniatures
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Bookmobile - Diamond Paint Bookmark
Mon, Jun 08, All day
Outreach Services
Patrons may take a fun mushroom themed diamond paint bookmark to craft at home. This event is intended for adults and is available at all stops while supplies last.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Messy Art & Chalk the Walk
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Prepare to get messy and creative! Kids can go crazy creating colorful art projects, then head over to turn sidewalks into bright chalk masterpieces. Dress for mess and join the fun! Limited to 25.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jun 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Digging for Dinos - Presented by Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Roar into the library for a prehistoric adventure just for young paleontologists! We'll enjoy hands-on activities as we explore the world of dinosaurs.
Renaissance Collage Club - Clarity Cards with Sarah
Mon, Jun 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Unearth and illustrate the stories of your mind using playing cards and multimedia collage. A brief history of cartomancy and a deck keeper will also be provided. Limited to 12 seats.
Crochet Club - Reading Patterns
Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Whether you are new to crochet or a pro, come join us to learn new techniques, new stitches, and how to read patterns! Intended for ages 8+. Limited to 6 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Deerfield Township Hall
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Come have a Dino-Tastic time this summer at our Family Storytime! For ages birth to age 4 with caregiver. Don't let summer go extinct - come read with us!
Stomp & Roar Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dig into storytime and unearth a good story! Discover dino tales, roar through songs, stomp into a craft and make new friends. Perfect for little explorers ages 5 and under!
Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community
Tue, Jun 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
A Girl with Scales Reptile Show
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for an interactive and educational reptile experience! Children will discover the wonders of the reptile world in a fun, safe and engaging environment. Limited to 45 participants.
Rock Panning
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Ready to unearth some fun? Pan for rocks and gems at the library and discover hidden treasures beneath the sand. Join us for this introduction to the world of rocks, minerals and local geology!
Paint a Canvas Masterpiece
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Show off your painting skills! Take a blank canvas and follow your imagination to create your personal work of art. Limited to 12 participants.
Randolph Book Club - "The Queens of Crime" by Marie Benedict
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our Book Club featuring everything from exciting new fiction to the best titles from past years!
Brimfield Book Club - "Assistant to the Villain" by Hannalt Maehrer
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our Book Club featuring everything from exciting new fiction to the best titles from past years!
Aurora Cooks! - June Meeting (Off-Site)
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
This month, we leave the library to explore Zaiqa Indian Food & Grocery in Twinsburg, with a follow-up theme in August. Attendees will be responsible for their own transportation. Limit to 10 adults.
Evening Book Club - "The Violin Conspiracy" by Brendan Slocumb
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our Book Club featuring everything from exciting new fiction to the best titles from past years!
Bookmobile - Paint Your Own Dino
Wed, Jun 10, All day
Outreach Services
Pick up your very own wooden dinosaur and paint kit to craft at home. This event is intended for ages 2-8
Dinosaur Coloring Contest
Wed, Jun 10, All day
Randolph Branch
Pick up a dinosaur coloring sheet and turn in by the end of the month, (June 30, 2026), for a chance to win a dinosaur themed prize basket!
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jun 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities at Summer Family Storytime. Limited to 20 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities! Limit to 30 participants.
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for early learning time for baby and caregiver! Connect with your baby, discover new books, and make lasting memories. This event is intended for children under 36 months.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council
Wed, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children ages 1-18 can stop by the Randolph Township Hall every Wednesday this summer from 12:00 - 2:00 pm for a free nutritious lunch. NO PAPERWORK IS REQUIRED.
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jun 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Learn to Crochet! - Crochet for Beginners
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to crochet! Relax and learn the basics of crochet with an experienced teacher. All materials are provided. Limited to 8 participants.
Bookmobile: Dino Egg Excavation - Paleontology Dino Craft
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Participants will experience some hands-on paleontology fun while excavating a small dinosaur from an egg using provided tools at the Buchert Park Pavilion in Mantua. Limited to 12 participants.
The Knotty Stitch - A handcraft, knit, crochet, and macrame social group
Wed, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us with whatever you're working on or come to get ideas for a new project. This is a social group for those who love to craft or want to love to craft. Limit to 15.
Build It! LEGO Free-Build Lab
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come in and express your creativity with a LEGO free building session! Kids 5–13 will build creations while exploring STEM, creativity, and hands-on engineering. Limited to 12 builders.
HOT DISH! Modern Fiction Book Club - "At First Spite" by Olivia Dade
Wed, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
This adult book club brings the community together for dinner and an off-site, after-hours discussion of hot new titles at Cal's II in Garrettsville! Registration preferred.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jun 11, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Clay Creations
Thu, Jun 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join local artist Traci Shea at Streetsboro Library and create a handmade, clay pottery item. This event is a two-part series. Limited to 15 participants.
T-Rex T-Party
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Let your inner Tea-Rex out at this prehistoric tea party! A fun dino spin on the traditional tea party - complete with royalty and dinosaurs.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us as we kick off our summer program for young writers and artists. Come to the first class to make your own journal and join us for any of the scheduled times throughout the rest of the summer.
Exploring Geocaching
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kids will learn about geocaching and make their own. Their geocaches will then be hidden around the park for all to enjoy searching for. Limited to 20 children. Registration required.
Game On - For Teens
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Level up your afternoon at the Aurora Library! Jump into epic board and card games, meet new friends, and bring your A-game. Don’t miss the fun—grab your spot and play! This event is for ages 11-18.
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Stop by The Garrettsville Farmers Market (8119 Main Street, Garrettsville, OH, United States, Ohio) each Thursday afternoon from 4-7PM for tasty summer treats, crafts and library-inspired fun!
Bingo!
Thu, Jun 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us for a fun-filled session of Bingo at the Brimfield Library! Enjoy an evening of friendly competition, laughter and prizes.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Jun 12, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Music with Miss Sarah - From Portage Music
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Miss Sarah from Portage Music Lessons will lead families in songs and activities that will strengthen social and academic skills as well as teach music fundamentals. Limited to 12 children.
Floral Art Painting - Presented by Megan Summers
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Learn how to create a floral painting on a miniature 4x4 canvas with Megan Summers! Limited to 10 participants.
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Bookmobile: Community Helpers with Daniel Tiger - Presented by PBS Western Reserve
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
With a read-aloud and interactive play stations, little learners will explore, pretend, and see how they can make a difference in their own neighborhood.
Let's Get Grounded - with Yoga! - Yoga Nidra Presented by Verena
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a guided meditation practice that induces conscious relaxation to reduce stress. This event is intended for adults and limited to 25 participants. Please bring a mat, blanket and pillow.
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Trivia Night! - Test your knowledge
Fri, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Think you’re a trivia master? Prove it at our trivia showdown! Come solo or with a team.
Card Classes - with Dawn
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Create handmade cards with Dawn! Dawn will walk you through making three handmade cards each month this summer. Limited to 8 participants.
Build a Volcano - Teen Science Craft
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Teens can work individually or in pairs to build their own erupting volcano. Mold your volcano out of air dry clay, paint, and erupt!
Exploring Garrettsville - Tour the Town!
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Garrettsville Branch
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, let's take some time to learn about our town. Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Mr. Jeff's Music Show
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Join us for music and movement with Mr. Jeff. Stop by for some songs, dances and maybe some bubbles too. Come sing and dance with him - it's sure to be a stomping good time! Limit to 30.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
All About Horses - Pegasus Farm Visit
Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for this fun visit from Pegasus Farm! We will learn about horses, including horse care and the services Pegasus farms has to offer.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jun 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Mr. Jeff's Music Show
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Mr. Jeff will be singing and dancing at the Garrettsville Library! Stop by for some songs, dances and maybe some bubbles too. Come sing and dance with him!
Crochet Club - Basic Stitches
Mon, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Whether you are new to crochet or a pro, come join us to learn new techniques, new stitches and how to read patterns! Intended for ages 8+. Limited to 6 participants.
Bunco! - Can you roll dice? You can play!
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Only takes a few minutes to learn. Come have fun and meet new people. Prizes for the most Buncos, most wins, AND most losses. Limited to 16 adults.
Introduction to Butterflies
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Discover the fascinating world of butterflies! Explore a pollination station, discover how butterflies find food, and create your own flying butterfly puppet. Limited to 15 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Come have a Dino-Tastic time this summer at our Family Storytime! For ages birth to age 4 with caregiver. Don't let summer go extinct - come read with us!
Dino-Mite Field Day
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Stomp, sprint and roar into Dino Field Day at the library! Race, play, and tackle prehistoric challenges. It’s a dino-mite day of games and Jurassic-sized fun! Join the roar-some adventure!
Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community
Tue, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
A "Land Before Time" Library Adventure
Tue, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Step back into a prehistoric world and join us for a Land Before Time-themed party at the library! Celebrate everything dino at Randolph with a fun classic movie.
Silent Book Club at The Cellar Door - Adult Sustained Silent Reading
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Bring your own book and read in silence. After 45 minutes of quiet reading, stay and socialize or be on your way. Registration is requested, but drop ins are welcome.
Teen Cooking - Edible Earth
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Learn about the layers of the earth by creating a delicious model of the earth. Complete with a molten gummy core and chocolate soil!
Genealogy with Roger Marble
Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Come learn genealogy techniques with Roger Marble! Get ready to start your journey after learning to find and trace your family's roots efficiently.
Knit and Crochet Group
Tue, Jun 16, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us every third Tuesday for knitting and crochet by the fireplace. All skill levels welcome. This is a non-structured, social crafting time for adults. Limited to 15 adult participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities at Summer Family Storytime. Limited to 20 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council
Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children ages 1-18 can stop by the Randolph Township Hall every Wednesday this summer from 12:00 - 2:00 pm for a free nutritious lunch. NO PAPERWORK IS REQUIRED.
Dino Vs. Oobleck
Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Make some Oobleck and talk about mummification and fossilization with our tiny dinos. Intended for ages 8 and up. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
The Bubble Lady - Central District Cafeteria - Crestwood Schools
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
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 30 participants.
A Girl with Scales Reptile Show
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Join us for an interactive and educational reptile experience! Children will discover the wonders of the reptile world in a fun, safe and engaging environment. Limited to 45 participants.
Afternoon Book Club - "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a discussion of "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Yabba Dabba Read! A Flintstones Library Bash
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join Fred, Wilma, Barney and Betty for a prehistoric celebration filled with stories, games, and hands-on activities!
Summer Mini Horse Tale
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Calling all reluctant readers aged 5-13! Come read to a small special "Reading Buddy"... Space is limited. Pick your favorite book and sign up! For readers ages 5-13. Limit to 15.
Book Bingo
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come play BINGO, with cards that have book characters on them, to win books and other small prizes. Limited to 15 participants.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us as we kick off our summer program for young writers and artists. Come to the first class to make your own journal and join us for any of the scheduled times throughout the rest of the summer.
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Stop by The Garrettsville Farmers Market (8119 Main Street, Garrettsville, OH, United States, Ohio) each Thursday afternoon from 4-7PM for tasty summer treats, crafts and library-inspired fun!
Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Club - "The Berry Pickers: A Novel"
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "The Berry Pickers: A Novel" by Amanda Peters.
Pizza Tasting - For Teens
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Try different cheese pizzas from restaurants all over Aurora and vote for which one you think is the best! This event is for ages 11-18. Limit 12 - registration is required.
Toy Story Party
Fri, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
You've got a friend in me! Celebration the release of Toy Story 5 with us. Join us for Toy Story-themed games, trivia and crafts.
Hidden Treasures - Adult Wooden Chest Painting
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Argh! Unleash your creativity in this relaxing, hands-on workshop designed just for adults. Participants will paint and personalize their own wooden treasure chest. Limit to 12.
Frogs! - From Tadpoles to Frogs: An Exploration of Ohio's Amphibians
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Jill Halligan helps us to discover the life stages of Ohio's frog population, understand their survival needs in dry summer conditions, and includes a hands-on frog slime activity. Limited to 20 kids.
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