Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
partial image of a black and white chess board with black and white pieces

Registration now closed

Chess Club
2025-11-04 16:00:00 2025-11-04 17:00:00 America/New_York Chess Club Calling all young strategists! Join us for the Chess Club at the library, where fun, learning, and friendly competition come together. Limited to 14 players. Garrettsville Branch -

Tuesday, November 04
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-04 16:00:00 2025-11-04 17:00:00 America/New_York Chess Club Calling all young strategists! Join us for the Chess Club at the library, where fun, learning, and friendly competition come together. Limited to 14 players. Garrettsville Branch -

Calling all young strategists! Join us for the Chess Club at the library, where fun, learning, and friendly competition come together. Limited to 14 players.

Intended for ages 7-12. Children 5/6 welcome if they have a real desire to learn to play. You are welcome to bring a board if you have it.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Gaming | Educational |

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

Garrettsville Branch
Phone: 330-527-4378
Branch manager
Sara Douglas
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget

Today's hours

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

We're closed Tuesday November 11 due to All PCDL Locations will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day.
Mon, Nov 10 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 11 Closed
(All PCDL Locations will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day.)
Wed, Nov 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 15 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 16 Closed
previous
this week
next

Upcoming Events

Skip Upcoming Events widget
Anti-Social Book Club - Dark Academia
Mon, Nov 10, 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 Dark Academia. Limited to 10 participants.
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown
Mon, Nov 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for a stop Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Nov 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Centers for a stop on Mondays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Leaves to Leaves
Mon, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us for a joint program with Brimfield Parks and Rec! Learn about how important leaves are to the ecosystem and biodiversity. There will be activities following the presentation.
Teen Art Club
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Let's get together and talk art! Bring your WIP's and hang with friends. Intended for those in grades 7-12. Limited to 10 participants.
Registration is now closed
Book Club for Middle Schoolers - "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbitt
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a lively discussion of this children's classic! We will be reading "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbitt.
Randolph Book Club - "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt
Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Love books and good conversation? Book Club is the perfect place to share your thoughts, discover new titles, and connect with fellow readers in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Nov 12, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for a stop on Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Fall Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 0–5! Enjoy stories, music and a craft at Streetsboro Family Storytime. Limited to 15 participants.
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for baby and caregiver! This event is intended for children under 36 months.
Fall Baby and Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a cozy Baby & Toddler Storytime! Designed for our youngest readers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories activities that celebrates fall.
Bookmobile - Mantua Lodge
Wed, Nov 12, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Mantua Lodge for a stop Wednesdays 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Inklings Hybrid Book Club - "Thrones, Dominations" by Dorothy Sayers
Wed, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
HOT DISH! Modern Fiction Book Club - Adult Book Discussion Group
Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Windham Branch
This adult book club brings the community together for dinner and an off-site, after-hours discussion of hot new titles! Registration preferred.
Think Fast! - After Hours Trivia Night
Wed, Nov 12, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Think you’re a trivia master? Prove it at our after-hours showdown! Three rounds, ten questions each—come solo or with a team. Snacks and drinks provided. Space is limited to 50, so sign up now!
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Hall
Thu, Nov 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Freedom Township Hall for a stop Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Fall Family Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 0–5! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books.
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga with Verena
Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, November 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a gentle and accessible practice for all abilities. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. And bring a friend, too! Limited to 25 adults.
Bookmobile Stop - Rootstown CBC
Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
The Rootstown community is welcome to visit the Bookmobile for a stop every Friday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the CBC. A story-time is available with notice.
Renaissance Collage Club - SoulCollage® Sessions
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Cancelled
Family Art Group - Pop-Up Greeting Cards
Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Windham Branch
Bring the whole family to the library for a fun-filled pop-up greeting card workshop! This creative event will teach you how to craft your very own pop-up cards with easy-to-follow instructions.
A Wickedly Amazing Premiere Party - For "Wicked: Part Two"
Sat, Nov 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Get ready to defy gravity and enjoy some wickedly fun music, trivia, crafts, photo ops, and more. Costumes encouraged—fun is guaranteed! Recommended for ages 11–18, but all are welcome!
Ohio in World War 1
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us at the library for a fascinating program that delves into Ohio’s impact and contributions during World War I. Ohioans played vital roles from the home front to the battlefields abroad.
Wicked: Part 1 Movie Showing
Sat, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 4:15pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Refresh your memory on part one before seeing part two! Popcorn and drinks provided.
Anti-Social Book Club - Dark Academia
Mon, Nov 17, 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 Dark Academia. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown
Mon, Nov 17, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for a stop Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Nov 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Centers for a stop on Mondays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
The Cleveland Grays: An Urban Military Company - Ohio History
Mon, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
George N. Vourlojianis, Ph.D. Emeritus Professor of History will discuss a Civil War era military unit from its formation in 1837 through WWI.
Bunco! Game Night
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Can you roll dice? You can play! Takes 2 minutes to learn. Come have fun and meet new people. Prizes for most Buncos, most wins, AND most losses! This is an adult event. Limited to 16 participants.
This event is full
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 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! Limited to 25 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Suffield Fire Dept.
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Suffield Fire Dept. for a stop on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 0–5! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books. Limited to 20 children.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 3–6! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for the whole family! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books.
Teen Cooking Club
Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come learn how to cook something simple! This event is for ages 11-18. Because of supplies, there is a limit of 10 participants.
Teen Cooking - Pumpkin Spice Lattes
Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Make your very own pumpkin spice lattes. Don't like pumpkin? Cinnamon and Vanilla will also be available! Coffee is decaf and milk alternatives will be provided. Limited to 10 participants.
Chair Yoga with Verena
Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a gentle and accessible practice for all abilities. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. And bring a friend, too! Limited to 25 adults.
Brimfield Book Club - "The Last Devil to Die" by Richard Osman
Tue, Nov 18, 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!
Evening Book Club - "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty
Tue, Nov 18, 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! Newcomers welcome!
Knit and Crochet Group
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Nov 19, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for a stop on Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Fall Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 0–5! Enjoy stories, music and a craft at Streetsboro Family Storytime. Limited to 15 participants.
Fall Baby and Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a cozy Baby & Toddler Storytime! Designed for our youngest readers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories activities that celebrates fall.
Bookmobile - Mantua Lodge
Wed, Nov 19, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Mantua Lodge for a stop Wednesdays 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Hooks & Books - Social Knitting, Crochet and Handcraft Circle
Wed, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Windham Branch
Come with hooks, leave with a book! Check out the Windham Library’s monthly drop-in group crafting sessions for adult crafters. Limited to 12 participants.
Afternoon Book Club - "James" by Percival Everett
Wed, Nov 19, 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!
The Knotty Stitch - A Crochet, Knit, Handcraft, and Macrame Social Group
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us and relax at our social crafting event! Bring what you're currently working on or find new ideas to start a project. CreativeBug access will be available. Limited to 15 participants.
Rescheduled
HOT DISH! Modern Fiction Book Club - Adult Book Discussion Group
Wed, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, November 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Windham Branch
This adult book club brings the community together for dinner and an off-site, after-hours discussion of hot new titles! Registration preferred.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Hall
Thu, Nov 20, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Freedom Township Hall for a stop Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Homeschool Hangout - STEM fun with HEX Bugs
Thu, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
In this STEM challenge, kids will create a Hex bug maze using various available materials. Limited to 15 participants.
Afterschool Hangout - Gaming and Crafting
Thu, Nov 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us after school to game, read and relax! This is a time for teens to hang out and play video games, board games and do crafts. For ages 11-18.
Cancelled
Jewelry Club - For Teens & Tweens!
Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Windham Branch
Get ready to unleash your creativity at the Teen Jewelry Club! Using available product, elastic, metal, chains, beads and more, we will make jewelry to keep and some to donate to the RFC.
Teen Book Group
Thu, Nov 20, 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 - "The Secret Life of Sunflowers" by Marta Molnar
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville Library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads! This month's selected title is "The Secret Life of Sunflowers" by Marta Molnar.
Yoga with Yoga Judith - Beginner's Yoga
Thu, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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 12 participants. 
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
Fri, Nov 21, 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
Fri, Nov 21, 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 - Rootstown CBC
Fri, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
The Rootstown community is welcome to visit the Bookmobile for a stop every Friday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the CBC. A story-time is available with notice.
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
Sat, Nov 22, 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.
Fall Family Storytime
Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 0–5! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books.
Winter Luminaries - Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries
Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Let your creativity shine! Craft a cozy winter luminary by the fireplace—perfect to light up your holidays and brighten your home with handmade cheer. Limited to 10 participants.
This event is full
The Owl Files - Presented by Holly Stoneburg from Portage Park District
Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Whooo’s there? Discover the mysterious world of owls through stories, crafts, and fun facts that will give you goosebumps. Recommended for ages 5-18. Limited to 20 participants.
Anti-Social Book Club - Dark Academia
Mon, Nov 24, 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 Dark Academia. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown
Mon, Nov 24, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for a stop Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Nov 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Centers for a stop on Mondays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Mini Pumpkin Chunkin
Mon, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Build an excellent catapult and see how far your mini pumpkin goes! Intended for those in grades 3-8. Limited to 10 participants.
Mahjong for Beginners - Presented by Shannon Ferraby
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Learn to play Mahjong in these fun, hands-on classes! No experience needed but fun is guaranteed. It is recommended that you attend multiple classes. Grab your spots early! Limited to 12 people.
This event is full
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 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! Limited to 25 participants.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for ages 3–6! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytimes for the whole family! Enjoy fall tales, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books.
Tabletop Adventures - Baaa-d News
Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Windham Mysteries & More Book Club - "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towels
Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Killer Reads - True Crime Book Club - "Behold the Monster" by Jillian Lauren
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 26, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for a stop on Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Fall Baby and Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a cozy Baby & Toddler Storytime! Designed for our youngest readers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories activities that celebrates fall.
Bookmobile - Mantua Lodge
Wed, Nov 26, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Mantua Lodge for a stop Wednesdays 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Aurora Reads! Book Club - "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah
Wed, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial 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! Limited to 20 participants.
Thanksgiving Day Crafts
Wed, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come join us at the Randolph Public Library for Thanksgiving Day Crafts!
Anti-Social Book Club - Chills and Thrills
Mon, Dec 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 Chills and Thrills. Limited to 10 participants.
Animal Shelter Supply Drive - For the Portage County Animal Protection League
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Give shelter pets a gift this December! Donate supplies any time throughout December at the Aurora Library and enter a drawing to win a small thank-you prize. List of needed items available below.
Flake It Till You Make It! - December Take and Make Crafts
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Don't be a flake! Chill out & snag a snowflake kit! Layer up some felt and make a cool winter vibe you can totally hang. It's snow joke—this kit's flake-tastic! Recommended for ages 11-18 ❄️
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown
Mon, Dec 01, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for a stop Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Dec 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Centers for a stop on Mondays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Make Your Own Snow!
Mon, Dec 01, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Can’t wait for winter? Bring the magic of snow indoors! Join us at the library for a fun, hands-on activity where you’ll make your own snow. Limited to 10 participants.
Cookies and Mrs. Claus
Mon, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Calling all believers! Mrs. Claus is taking a break from the North Pole to visit our library & spread holiday cheer! Limited to 40 participants.
Build Your Own Frosty the Snowman
Mon, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us for a cozy, hands-on crafting session where you’ll build your very own snowman. No experience necessary—just bring your imagination! Limited to 10 participants.
International Mystery Book Club - "The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year" by Ally Carter
Mon, Dec 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 a different country. This month, it's a trip to the English countryside. Limited to 15 adults.
Bookmobile Stop - Suffield Fire Dept.
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Suffield Fire Dept. for a stop on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Winter Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 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! Limited to 25 participants.
Winter Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for Winter Family Storytime! Cozy up with your little ones (ages 0-5) for enchanting tales and fun activities. Let’s spark imagination together!
Winter Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Celebrate winter with cozy fun filled storytimes! Enjoy winter stories, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love of books.
Cookie Decorating - Registration Required
Tue, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Get creative and embrace the holiday spirit by decorating an assortment of sugar cookies! Limited to 30 participants. **Registration Required!!**
Winter Painting - Painting Techniques
Tue, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Warm up your creativity this winter—join us for an afternoon of painting! Learn basic painting techniques as you create your own winter-inspired masterpiece.
Randolph True Crime Club - The Case of JonBenét Ramsey
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph Branch
Join fellow true crime enthusiasts for a deep dive into one of the most infamous unsolved cases in American history—the murder of JonBenét Ramsey.
Making Time - Crafting Group
Tue, Dec 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, Dec 03, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for a stop on Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Winter Baby and Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a cozy baby and toddler storytime! Designed for our youngest readers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories and activites.
Bookmobile - Mantua Lodge
Wed, Dec 03, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Mantua Lodge for a stop Wednesdays 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Painting Winter Scenes
Wed, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Paint small winter scenes on wood slices. Follow an artist's guidance or paint how you like!
Mahjong for Beginners Workshop - Presented by Sharron Ferraby
Wed, Dec 03, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Learn to play Mahjong in 6 fun, hands-on classes—no experience needed! Patrons must commit to all 6 classes, as each class builds upon the previous. Spots are limited to 12 adults, so sign up early!
Children's Game Night - Sequence/Phase 10 Edition
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for a fun-filled game night at the library! Enjoy board games, puzzles, and prizes—perfect for elementary kids to laugh, learn, and play with friends! Limited to 12 participants in grades 3-6.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Hall
Thu, Dec 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Freedom Township Hall for a stop Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
Game On!
Thu, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Game On at the Aurora Library! Join us for fun board games and card games or bring your handheld favorites. Don’t miss the chance to play and connect with other tweens and teens!
Chess Club
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Calling all young strategists! Join us for the Chess Club at the library, where fun, learning, and friendly competition come together. Limited to 14 players.
The Fun of Robotics
Thu, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Get ready to explore the exciting world of robotics at the library! Come learn about robotics at the Streetsboro Library. This event is for grades 2-12. Limit 30.
Pop-Up Food Pantry! - Presented by the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Fri, Dec 05, 9:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for a Drive-Thru food pantry! The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank will provide pre boxed shelf stable items and fresh produce, in a drive thru style distribution method.
Bookmobile Stop - Rootstown CBC
Fri, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
The Rootstown community is welcome to visit the Bookmobile for a stop every Friday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the CBC. A story-time is available with notice.
Crochet a Winter Beanie! - Beginner to Intermediate
Fri, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Beginners are welcome but must have a basic knowledge of crochet vocabulary and basic stitches. Class is limited to 6 participants.
Movie Talk: Holiday Films - Holiday Movie Discussion
Fri, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Get together with your fellow film lovers and talk about your favorite holiday movies. Get ready to find some new favorites!
Succulent Planting - Presented by Amanda from Sandy's Notions Flowers & Gifts
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Plant your own succulent to take home! Amanda from Sandy's Notions Flowers & Gifts will walk us through planting a succulent and teach us how to care for it. Limited to 10 participants.
Mrs. Claus Performance
Sat, Dec 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Randolph Branch
Calling all believers! Mrs. Claus is taking a break from the North Pole to visit our library & spread holiday cheer!
Holiday Safety Pin Beaded Craft
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Get crafty this season at the library! Create a beaded angel or snowflake ornament for the holiday season. perfect for gifts, decorations, or just showing off your creativity! Limit to 6.
Holiday Card Workshop
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Brimfield Branch
Come in to make a card for the ones you love this holiday season! Intended for all ages. Limited while supplies last.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown
Mon, Dec 08, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for a stop Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Dec 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Centers for a stop on Mondays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Lego Freebuild Club
Mon, Dec 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Bring your creativity to the Library and build your Lego dreams. Whether you’re a master builder or just starting out, there’s room for everyone to have fun and show off their creativity! Limit to 10.
Lego Freebuild Club
Mon, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Bring your creativity to the Library and build your Lego dreams. Whether you’re a master builder or just starting out, there’s room for everyone to have fun and show off their creativity! Limit to 10.
The Brick Brigade - Holiday LEGO Challenges
Mon, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Make learning festive with holiday-themed LEGO challenges! Kids 5–13 will explore STEM, creativity & engineering—all while having serious brick-building fun! Limited to 12 participants.
Holiday Card Workshop
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Brimfield Branch
Come in to make a card for the ones you love this holiday season! Intended for all ages. Limited while supplies last.
Winter Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 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! Limited to 25 participants.
Winter Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for Winter Family Storytime! Cozy up with your little ones (ages 0-5) for enchanting tales and fun activities. Let’s spark imagination together!
Winter Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Celebrate winter with cozy fun filled storytimes! Enjoy winter stories, songs, and play while making friends and sparking your child's love of books.
Randolph Book Club - "The White Lady" by Jacqueline Winspear
Tue, Dec 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 - "The Surprise Guest" by Nita Prose
Tue, Dec 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! - December Meeting
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
In addition to our annual cookie exchange, Julie Koenig of Royally Amused will be here to share British Christmas traditions and mince pie samples. Limited to 10 adults, registration is required.
Evening Book Club - "One Big Happy Family" by Susan Mallery
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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!
Holiday Card Workshop
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Brimfield Branch
Come in to make a card for the ones you love this holiday season! Intended for all ages. Limited while supplies last.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Dec 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Join the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for a stop on Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Winter Baby and Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a cozy baby and toddler storytime! Designed for our youngest readers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories and activites.
Bookmobile - Mantua Lodge
Wed, Dec 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Join Bookmobile at the Mantua Lodge for a stop Wednesdays 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
Mahjong for Beginners Workshop - Presented by Sharron Ferraby
Wed, Dec 10, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Learn to play Mahjong in 6 fun, hands-on classes—no experience needed! Patrons must commit to all 6 classes, as each class builds upon the previous. Spots are limited to 12 adults, so sign up early!
The Knotty Stitch - A Handcraft, Crochet, Knit and Macrame Social Group
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Christmas Crafts
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Get into the holiday spirit with a fun and festive crafting day at the library! We’ll provide all the supplies and plenty of holiday cheer.
HOT DISH! Modern Fiction Book Club - Adult Book Discussion Group
Wed, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Windham Branch
This adult book club brings the community together for dinner and an off-site, after-hours discussion of hot new titles! Registration preferred. Limit to 25.
See all events