Crafternoons

Spring Teen Craft Drop-in Event

Thu, May 14, 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 14, 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.

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Windham Branch

Got ideas? Need a creative escape? Join us once a month to make something fun! For ages 11-18.

Fri, May 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.

Renaissance Collage Club - SoulCollage® Sessions

Fri, May 15, 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.

Fri, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Garrettsville 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.

Movie Talk: Science Fiction - Sci Fi Movie Discussion

Fri, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:45pm

Brimfield Branch

Get together with your fellow film lovers and talk about Sci-Fi films. Get ready to find some new favorites!

Headwaters Trail Clean-up - Volunteer Opportunity

Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Help us keep our trails clean! Join the library in cleaning up our beloved Headwaters trail. Lunch is provided! Registration is recommended. Limited to 15 participants.

Spring Storytime

Sat, May 16, 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!

Wheat Stitch Key Chain and Lanyards - Craft and Crochet Classics Club

Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Join us for an irregular creator's club where we start simple, learn something new each time, and discuss what we're reading. Limit to 10.

Celebrate the Life of L. Frank Baum

Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Randolph Branch

We're off to see the wizard! Come and join us as we celebrate the life of L. Frank Baum, author of the "Wizard of Oz" series. Trivia and games, activities and more!

Crafternoons - Diamond Painting Cats

Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Get together and learn a new craft each month! This month, learn the meditative art of diamond painting using cute cat designs. Limited to 5 (friends can work together!)

This event is full

Anti Social Book Club - World of Ghibli

Mon, May 18, 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 World of Ghibli. Limit to 15.

Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall

Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 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 Family Center

Mon, May 18, 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.

Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center

Mon, May 18, 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.

Dungeons and Dragons with Dave - Learn D&D

Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 6:45pm

Brimfield Branch

Explore dungeons, fight monsters, solve puzzles and complete quests! Learn about and play one of the most famous games in the world. Limited to 8 participants.

Tue, May 19, 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.

Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Aurora Memorial 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!

Cancelled

Computer Classes - Basic Computer Skills

Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Windham Branch

Come shake off the winter blues with Spring Storytimes. Join us for a fun-filled storytime adventure perfect for little listeners and their caregivers!

Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Randolph Branch

Looking to boost your tech skills? Join us for a computer skills classes at the library! These hands-on sessions will help you feel more confident in the digital world. Limit to 5.

Genealogy with Roger Marble

Tue, May 19, 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 - Marianna Halassy of Wabi Sabi Stitchery

Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Join Marianna Halassy of Wabi Sabi Stitchery as she shares the art of spinning wool into yarn and dyeing it into beautiful handcrafted garments and accessories! Don’t miss this creative session!

Wed, May 20, 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.

Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center

Wed, May 20, 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!

Wed, May 20, 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.

Afternoon Book Club - "Twice" by Mitch Albom

Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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!

LEGO Freeplay

Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Unleash your creativity with LEGO bricks! Build anything you can imagine, from castles to spaceships. Come join the fun, team up, and let your imagination soar! Limit to 25.

Inklings Hybrid Book Club - "The Horse and His Boy" and "The Magician's Nephew"

Wed, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:15pm

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 10 participants.

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.

Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations

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.

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.

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.

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..

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.

Arthritis Exercise Class - Strive and thrive and become an arthritis warrior

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!

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.

Tabletop Adventures - Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop - Deerfield Township Hall

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.

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center

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!

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.

This event is full

The Plot Thickens Gardening Group

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.

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.

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.

Community Gardening Days - Outdoor Planting

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.

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.

Randolph True Crime Club - The Case of Sarah Saganitso

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!

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!

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.

Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center

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).

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.

Knitting Basics - Learn to Knit

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.

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.

Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!

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.

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.

Teen Board Game Club - Hues and Cues

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council

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).

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.

Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program

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.

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.

Music with Miss Sarah - From Portage Music

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.

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.

This event is full

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.