Music Makers with the Groovy Garfoose

Unleash your Inner Wild Kratt - Creature Power!

Fri, Apr 03, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday!

Fri, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Adventure and coding collide! Explore amazing animal powers while creating fun creature projects using PBS Kids Scratch Jr. This program is inspired the PBS Wild KRATTS & recommended for ages 5-8

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Spark Curiosity with hands-on Science! - All About Circuit Breakers

Fri, Apr 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Build a circuit from everyday items, explore how microchips work & try a cool “etching” experiment to see energy and technology come to life! Limit to 20 participants.

Trivia Night! - Test your knowledge

Fri, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Brimfield Branch

Think you’re a trivia master? Prove it at our trivia showdown! Come solo or with a team. Join us at the library for a night of brain-teasing fun and prizes.

Spring Egg Hunt

Sat, Apr 04, 9:30am - 10:45am

Brimfield Branch

Hop along to the Brimfield Library for an indoor egg hunt! Redeem prizes by collecting as many eggs as you can. Bring your own basket or bag to collect your eggs.

Paint a Flower Pot

Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Get creative at the library with our Paint a Flower Pot event! You’ll leave with a personalized pot ready for a plant or display. Limited to 15 participants.

Drop-In Book Edge Painting - Customize Your Books!

Sat, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Bring in your old books to practice customizing your book edges, or bring in your faves that you want to stand out! Intended for ages 14 and up. Limited while supplies last.

Bunco! - Can you roll dice? You can play!

Sat, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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.

Akron Mobile Zoo

Sat, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Randolph Branch

The Akron Zoo is coming to you! Stop by to see the wild world of animals at the library. This event will include live animals from the zoo's animal ambassador program. Limited to 50 participants.

Teen Board Game Club - Wingspan

Sat, Apr 04, 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 trying out "Wingspan". Limited to 10 participants.

Mad Science - Science Experiments

Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Get ready for hands-on fun with cool science experiments! Explore wild reactions & discover the wonders of science in this exciting, sometimes messy, & educational program! Limited to 10 participants.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 06, 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 Tortured Poets. Limit to 15.

Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.

Hop on Over for Bunny Slime Time

Mon, Apr 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.

Mon, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Create colorful slime and turn mason jars into cute spring bunnies with ears, whiskers & a fuzzy nose. A hands-on, creative craft perfect for kids & tweens who are ready to bounce into springtime fun!

This event is full

Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center

Mon, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Need help with your job search? Schedule a free appointment with an Ohio Means Jobs Career Counselor! Get support with resumes, cover letters, interview tips and building an effective search strategy.

Mon, Apr 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit with the Bookmobile Mondays from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the Renaissance Family Center in Windham.

Grow With Us! - Gardening Program for Children

Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Randolph Branch

Starting an at-home garden with the whole family? Learn and grow with the library! Kids will learn about how seeds grow, gardening essentials and more.

Family Yoga

Mon, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Learn beginner friendly yoga postures as a family with Yoga Judith as your guide! Limited to 12 participants. Intended for families with children ages 9 and up.

International Mystery Book Club - "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" by A. McCall Smith

Mon, Apr 06, 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 Botswana. Limited to 15 adults.

Tue, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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

Tue, Apr 07, 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!

Randolph True Crime Club - The Unabomber

Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Tue, Apr 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Randolph Branch

Get ready for a deep dive into one of the most notorious cases in modern history at this month's True Crime Club - the Unabomber Case.

Brimfield Book Club - "My Friends" by Fredrik Backman

Tue, Apr 07, 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!

Making Time - Crafting Group

Tue, Apr 07, 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!

Medicare 101 - Presented by Marcy Rosenthal

Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Confused about Medicare? Join licensed advisor Marcy Rosenthal for a small-group session to explore your Medicare plan options and get clear, trusted guidance. Space is limited to 10 adults.

Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!

Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pierce Streetsboro 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!

Baby & Me Storytime

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Brimfield Branch

Join us for a special time of bonding and early learning for baby and caregiver! Connect with your baby, discover new books, and make lasting memories. Come ready to sing, laugh, and have fun!

Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center

Wed, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Mantua Crestwood Community Center for free library service every Wednesday.

Spring Flower Power - Presented by Portage Parks District

Wed, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Randolph Branch

April showers bring spring flowers to the Randolph Library! Come and join us for a presentation by Portage Parks about the different types of spring flowers.

Poetry Unplugged: The Blackout Edition

Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Get ready for a Blackout Poetry party! Unleash your inner poet while creating, sharing & vibing with fellow teens and tweens by uncovering hidden words. Rec. for ages 11-18 while supplies last.

The Brick Brigade - Fairytale Challenges

Wed, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Step into a fairytale adventure with whimsical LEGO challenges! Kids 5–13 will create enchanted builds while exploring STEM, imagination, and hands-on engineering fun. Limited to 12 builders.

This event is full

HOT DISH! Modern Fiction Book Club - "The Courting of Bristol Keats" by Mary E. Pearson

Wed, Apr 08, 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.

Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations

Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 11:00am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday!

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Friends of the Garrettsville Library Book Sale

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Support the Friends of the Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more!

Game On!

Thu, Apr 09, 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!

Lego Freebuild

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Randolph Branch

Do you love to build with Legos? We do too! Create something original with Library Legos. This drop-in event is for kids ages 6 and up.

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

Fri, Apr 10, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday!

Fri, Apr 10, 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.

Friends of the Garrettsville Library Book Sale

Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Support the Friends of the Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more!

Spring Storytime

Fri, Apr 10, 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!

Celebrating Beverly Cleary at the Library

Fri, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randolph Branch

Join us for a heartwarming celebration of one of the most beloved children's authors, Beverly Cleary! Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the stories that have inspired readers for over 60 years.

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

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

Friends of the Garrettsville Library Book Sale

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Support the Friends of the Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more!

Learn to Paint Miniatures

Sat, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Do you want to learn how to paint miniature figures, or get some advice painting a model you already own? Learn the tricks of model making and painting miniatures figures.

The Fascinating World of Flags

Sat, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Randolph Branch

Have you ever wondered what flags really symbolize, or how they’ve shaped history? Join us for a captivating session all about flags at the library!

Mon, Apr 13, 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 Tortured Poets. Limit to 15.

Mon, Apr 13, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.

Flower Pot Painting for Teens

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.

Mon, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Randolph Branch

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creativity as we paint and decorate your very own flower pot. Perfect for gardeners, crafters, or anyone who loves to add a personal touch to their space.

Lego Freebuild

Mon, Apr 13, 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.

Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center

Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Mon, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit with the Bookmobile Mondays from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the Renaissance Family Center in Windham.

Lego Freebuild

Mon, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Tue, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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

Tue, Apr 14, 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!

Teen Cooking - Ramen Battle!

Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Tue, Apr 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Make a variety of classic and unique ramen dishes, then taste them all and rank them in a tier list. May the tastiest ramen win! Limit to 10.

Randolph Book Club - "All the Colors of the Dark" by Chris Whitaker

Tue, Apr 14, 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!

Yoga with Yoga Judith - Beginner's Yoga

Tue, Apr 14, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

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 15 participants.

Evening Book Club - "West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge

Tue, Apr 14, 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!

Aurora Cooks! - Maya Angelou & National Poetry Month

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Celebrate National Poetry Month with us! Discover the powerful life of Maya Angelou—poet, activist, world traveler, and cookbook author. Registration required; limited to 10 adults.

Wed, Apr 15, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pierce Streetsboro 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, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Mantua Crestwood Community Center for free library service every Wednesday.

Afternoon Book Club - "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall

Wed, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Wed, Apr 15, 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!

Cancelled

Spin Up! The Art & Business of DJing - Presented by professional DJs from The Playlist

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Spin beats with local DJs from The Playlist! Learn to DJ like a professional and the business—branding, gigs, and income streams—in this 12-week, hands-on program limited for 24 tweens & teens.

The Knotty Stitch - A Handcraft, Crochet, Knit and Macrame Social Group

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Join us with your current project or come get ideas for a new one. This is a social group for those who love to craft or want to love to craft. You'll love the inspiration of others! Limit 15.

Spring Teen Craft Drop-in Event

Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 11:00am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday!

Dance Party!

Thu, Apr 16, 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.

Teen Board Game Event

Thu, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randolph Branch

Dust off your board game skills and make some new friends! Teens in grades 7-12 can drop in at the Randolph Library to learn and play a board game.

Thu, Apr 16, 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.

Teen Book Group

Thu, Apr 16, 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.

Shrinky Dink Day

Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Make keychains or charms with the magical shrinky dinks! Intended for children ages 6 and up. Perfect for anyone who loves to create personalized accessories and artwork. Limited to 10 participants.

Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Club - Twist: A Novel by Colum McCann

Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Garrettsville Branch

Join the Garrettsville Library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selection is "Twist: A Novel" by Colum McCann.

Renaissance Collage Club - SoulCollage® Sessions

Fri, Apr 17, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday!

Day of Frog & Toad

Fri, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of Amphibians? Join us and Portage Parks Education Coordinator, Holly Stoneberg, for our Day of Frog & Toad. Get ready for an afternoon of fun!

Fri, Apr 17, 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.

Painting Spring Scenes

Fri, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:45pm

Brimfield Branch

Color is back with the Spring! Paint a small canvas to bring some of the color into your home. All materials will be provided.

Community Gardening Days - Build Gardening Beds

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

The first of a series of all-ages, beginner-friendly gardening programs. Help us build three new gardening beds to be used for community gardening!

Spring Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 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!

Hack a Painting

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Pick a painting and add your own touches! Attendees will get to choose a painting and make it their own. Limited to 10 participants.

Community Gardening Day - Seed Starting Extravaganza

Sat, Apr 18, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Join us in to get our seeds started for planting at a later date in our Garrettsville Library community garden. All attendees will receive seed starters to take home as well! Limit to 20.

Frogs and Toads

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Randolph Branch

“Toad, Toad,” shouted Frog, “wake up. It is spring!” Frogs and toads are ready for the sunshine! Stop by to learn more about frogs and toads.

Mon, Apr 20, 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 Tortured Poets. Limit to 15.

Alzheimer's Support Program - Resources for Those Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia

Mon, Apr 20, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.

Mon, Apr 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Join Laura Strader, Program Manager from the Alzheimer's Association, Greater East Ohio Office as she gives the presentation "Building Foundations of Caring". Limit to 16 people.

Mon, Apr 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.

Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center

Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Mon, Apr 20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit with the Bookmobile Mondays from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the Renaissance Family Center in Windham.

Think Fast! - Trivia Night

Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Think your a trivia master? Prove it! three rounds of ten questions each. Come alone or with a team. Snacks and drinks provided. Space is limited to 20 adults, so sign up now!

Tue, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 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

Tue, Apr 21, 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!

Computer Classes - Basic Computer Skills

Tue, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Tue, Apr 21, 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.

Steel Rails, Small Town: Kent's Railroad History - The History of Railroads in and around Kent, Ohio

Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Brimfield Branch

Delve into the fascinating history of Kent, Ohio, through the lens of its powerful railroad legacy in Steel Rails, Small Town.

Knit and Crochet Group - Marianna Halassy of Wabi Sabi Stitchery

Tue, Apr 21, 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, Apr 22, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pierce Streetsboro 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, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Mantua Crestwood Community Center for free library service every Wednesday.

Aurora Reads! Book Club - "James" by Percival Everett

Wed, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Wed, Apr 22, 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 exiting new fiction to the best titles from the past! Limited to 15 adults.

LEGO Freeplay

Wed, Apr 22, 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.

Cancelled

Spin Up! The Art & Business of DJing - Presented by professional DJs from The Playlist

Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Spin beats with local DJs from The Playlist! Learn to DJ like a professional and the business—branding, gigs, and income streams—in this 12-week, hands-on program limited for 24 tweens & teens.

Earth Day Celebration

Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Randolph Branch

Celebrate our planet with a fun-filled Earth Day event for kids ages 6-12! Don’t miss out on the fun - let’s make the Earth a greener, cleaner place together!

Inklings Hybrid Book Club - "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" and "The Silver Chair"

Wed, Apr 22, 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.

Craft Swap - Out with the old crafts, in with the new!

Thu, Apr 23, All day

Brimfield Branch

Are you looking to start a new craft hobby, or have you decided to take a break from one? Bring your excess craft materials and pick up some from others.

Music Makers - The Groovy Garfoose

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations

Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 11:00am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday!

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

The Plot Thickens Gardening Group - Presented by Portage County Master Gardener

Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Celebrate Earth Day with a Master Gardener! Learn climate-conscious tips and simple ways to make a real difference. Adults only, limited to 25—save your spot! 🌍🌱

Paint Windchimes

Thu, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randolph Branch

DIY your very own painted windchime! Decorate your space for the spring/summer with a musical windchime. Paints will be supplied.

Craft Swap - Out with the old crafts, in with the new!

Fri, Apr 24, All day

Brimfield Branch

Are you looking to start a new craft hobby, or have you decided to take a break from one? Bring your excess craft materials and pick up some from others.

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

Fri, Apr 24, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday!

Spring Storytime

Fri, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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.

Spring Papercraft - Strawberry Basket

Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Celebrate spring at the library! Make a cute papercraft perfect for gifting. We will make strawberries and a basket to hold them. Limited to 10 participants.

Tabletop Adventures - Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

Fri, Apr 24, 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!

Craft Swap - Out with the old crafts, in with the new!

Sat, Apr 25, All day

Brimfield Branch

Are you looking to start a new craft hobby, or have you decided to take a break from one? Bring your excess craft materials and pick up some from others.

PAWS for Reading

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Garrettsville Branch

Adopt a fluffy stuffed dog and read your favorite stories together! Build your reading skills and make a new furry friend in this paws-itively fun library program! Limited to 14 participants.

Crafternoons - Crafting Get-Together

Sat, Apr 25, 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.

Reading Trophy Case - Build a mini bookshelf with your favorite books!

Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Love books? Love DIY projects? Join us at the library to build your very own mini bookshelf! This hands-on workshop will guide you step-by-step through assembling and decorating a mini bookshelf.

Mon, Apr 27, 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 Tortured Poets. Limit to 15.

Mon, Apr 27, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.

Mon, Apr 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.

Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center

Mon, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Pierce Streetsboro Branch

Mon, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit with the Bookmobile Mondays from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the Renaissance Family Center in Windham.

Dungeons and Dragons with Dave - Learn D&D

Mon, Apr 27, 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.

Poetry Unplugged: An Adult Poetry Slam

Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Celebrate National Poetry Month! Join our Adult Poetry Slam—read or just listen. Share a favorite poem (yours or another’s), connect with others, and feel the heartbeat of poetry.

Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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

Tue, Apr 28, 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!

Randolph Nonfiction Book Club - "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson

Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Garrettsville Branch

Tue, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Randolph Branch

Join us for engaging discussions and thought-provoking reads in our Nonfiction Book Club! Copies of the book are available at the Circulation, bring your own opinions to the discussion.

Genealogy with Roger Marble

Tue, Apr 28, 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.

Killer Reads - True Crime Book Club - "Nobody's Girl" by Virginia Giuffre

Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 29, 9:30am - 11:30am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!

Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center

Wed, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile at the Mantua Crestwood Community Center for free library service every Wednesday.

Spin Up! The Art & Business of DJing - Presented by professional DJs from The Playlist

Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Brimfield Branch

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Aurora Memorial Branch

Spin beats with local DJs from The Playlist! Learn to DJ like a professional and the business—branding, gigs, and income streams—in this 12-week, hands-on program limited for 24 tweens & teens.

Music in Motion Music Therapy for Littles - Presented by Music Therapist Bonnie Hayhurst

Thu, Apr 30, 9:30am - 11:00am

Outreach Services

Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday!

Dance Party!

Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Aurora Memorial Branch

Stop in for a fun-filled music therapy program for ages 0–4 filled with songs, instruments, stories, and movement that boost bonding and support early development. Limited to 10 participants.

Tidy Teeth with Daniel Tiger and PBS

Thu, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Randolph Branch

Roar into healthy smiles! A PBS kids presenter will bring Daniel Tiger fun to this program with a Daniel Tiger Clip, a read aloud, games and hands on play to teach kids joy of brushing their teeth.

Book of the Month

Fri, May 01, All day

Brimfield Branch

Don't have time to join a traditional book club? Stop by and pick up our book of the month. Each month we will select a popular title, no meeting required.