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Steel Rails, Small Town: Kent's Railroad History

The History of Railroads in and around Kent, Ohio
2026-04-21 17:30:00 2026-04-21 18:45:00 America/New_York Steel Rails, Small Town: Kent's Railroad History Delve into the fascinating history of Kent, Ohio, through the lens of its powerful railroad legacy in Steel Rails, Small Town. Brimfield Branch -

Tuesday, April 21
5:30pm - 6:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-21 17:30:00 2026-04-21 18:45:00 America/New_York Steel Rails, Small Town: Kent's Railroad History Delve into the fascinating history of Kent, Ohio, through the lens of its powerful railroad legacy in Steel Rails, Small Town. Brimfield Branch -

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

Longtime resident and lifelong rail enthusiast Bruce Dzeda's book covers the pivotal contribution of three railroads, the Erie, the Baltimore & Ohio, and the Wheeling & Lake Erie, and the interurban Northern Ohio Traction & Light Company in shaping Kent's history and development. This event is for adults.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Educational |

TAGS: | Adult |

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Anti Social Book Club - Literary Lies
Mon, Mar 23, 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 Literary Lies.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township
Mon, Mar 23, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Mar 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.
Learn to Crochet a Cat!
Mon, Mar 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to crochet an amigurumi cat with a step-by-step tutorial each day. Limited to 6 Participants. Intended for ages 8+. Please be sure you can attend every class.
Ohio Means Jobs - Job Assistance at the Library!
Mon, Mar 23, 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center
Mon, Mar 23, 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, Mar 23, 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!
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 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
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 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!
Learn to Crochet a Cat!
Tue, Mar 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to crochet an amigurumi cat with a step-by-step tutorial each day. Limited to 6 Participants. Intended for ages 8+. Please be sure you can attend every class.
Ohio Means Jobs - Job Assistance at the Library!
Tue, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Mar 25, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday.
Spring Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 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!
Spring Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Spring into fun with our Spring Family Storytime series! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and make new friends. Perfect for little ones (5 & under). Let’s bloom together!
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua-Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Mar 25, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Mantua Crestwood Community Center for free library service every Wednesday.
Learn to Crochet a Cat!
Wed, Mar 25, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to crochet an amigurumi cat with a step-by-step tutorial each day. Limited to 6 Participants. Intended for ages 8+. Please be sure you can attend every class.
Ohio Means Jobs - Job Assistance at the Library!
Wed, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield 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.
Aurora Reads! Book Group - "The Guest List" by Lucy Foley
Wed, Mar 25, 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 form exciting new fiction to the best titles from the past! Limited to 15 adults.
Spin Up! The Art & Business of DJing - Presented by professional DJs from The Playlist
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Inklings Hybrid Book Club - "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" and "Prince Caspian"
Wed, Mar 25, 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 other Inklings-adjacent books. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Mar 26, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday.
Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations
Thu, Mar 26, 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.
Learn to Crochet a Cat!
Thu, Mar 26, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to crochet an amigurumi cat with a step-by-step tutorial each day. Limited to 6 Participants. Intended for ages 8+. Please be sure you can attend every class.
Teen Book Group
Thu, Mar 26, 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.
Blackout Poetry for Teens
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday.
Arthritis Exercise Class - Strive and thrive and become an arthritis warrior
Fri, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 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!
Timeless Memories Scrapbooking - All Day Scrapbooking Event
Sat, Mar 28, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Spend the day at the library scrapbooking your memories in a relaxed, creative environment. Enjoy a day of crafting, creativity, and community with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts. Limit to 8.
Flower Pot Painting
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for a morning 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. Limit to 15.
Exploring the Roman Empire
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Do you not know your Romulus from the Rubicon? Your Pompeii from the Punic Wars? Join us for an engaging session where we’ll explore the rise and fall of one of history’s greatest civilizations.
Butterflies! - Presented by Jill Halligan
Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Learn all about butterflies! Explore a Pollination Station, discover how they find food, and create your own flying butterfly puppet. A fun, hands-on adventure with wings and wonder! Limit to 20.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township
Mon, Mar 30, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Mar 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.
Ohio Means Jobs - Job Assistance at the Library!
Mon, Mar 30, 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center
Mon, Mar 30, 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.
Windham Mysteries & More Book Club - "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
Mon, Mar 30, 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.
Uncover Fake News - Tips and Tricks to Fact Check Online Content
Mon, Mar 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join our information literacy session to become a Digital Detective—learn to spot fake news & keep your family savvy & safe online with cool tricks & a fun challenge! Limit to 32.
Bookmobile Stop - Suffield Township Fire Dept.
Tue, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Bookmobile library service every other Tuesday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the parking lot of Suffield Township's Fire Dept. Call 330-527-5082 x221 for more information. Open to the public.
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 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
Spring Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 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 - Mini Candy Foods
Tue, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Drop in for a ~unique~ afternoon cooking session and snack! Try your hand at make your own candy burger, sushi, or donuts using Poppin' Cookin' kits.
Ohio Means Jobs - Job Assistance at the Library!
Tue, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville 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.
Dungeons and Dragons with Dave - Learn D&D
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Bee Our Guest: Native Bees & DIY Bee Houses - Presented by Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Buzz into beekeeping! Learn about native bees then build your very own bee house to take home. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants for this adults-only, hands-on fun. 🐝
This event is full
Killer Reads - True Crime Book Club - "Furious Hours" by Casey Cep
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Anti Social Book Club - Tortured Poets
Wed, Apr 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 Tortured Poets. Limit to 15.
Book of the Month
Wed, Apr 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Apr 01, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!
Spring Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 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!
Spring Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Spring into fun with our Spring Family Storytime series! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and make new friends. Perfect for little ones (5 & under). Let’s bloom together!
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Apr 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Mantua Crestwood Community Center for free library service every Wednesday.
Homeschool Group Board Games
Wed, Apr 01, 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.
Spin Up! The Art & Business of DJing - Presented by professional DJs from The Playlist
Wed, Apr 01, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday!
Dance Party!
Thu, Apr 02, 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.
Flower Crowns - for Teens
Thu, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Spring has begun! Come make your own flower crown to celebrate. This event is for ages 11-18. Limited to 10 participants.
Spring Egg Hunt with Bunny
Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Hop, hop, hop along to the library to meet the Easter Bunny and help us some some hidden eggs. You will have the opportunity to take photos with the Easter Bunny himself.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Apr 03, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday!
Unleash your Inner Wild Kratt - Creature Power!
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
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.
Anti Social Book Club - Tortured Poets
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Apr 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.
Hop on Over for Bunny Slime Time
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!
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Family Center
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.
Spring Family Storytime
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.
Spring Family Storytime
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
Spring Family Storytime
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, 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!
Spring Family Storytime
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!
Spring Family Storytime
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!
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
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, 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.
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile in Freedom Township Park for free library service every Thursday!
Purposeful Play - Playful Learning Stations
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Apr 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Nelson Ledges Estates for free library service every Friday!
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
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!
Anti Social Book Club - Tortured Poets
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Apr 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Paris Township Community Center for free library service every Monday.
Flower Pot Painting for Teens
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, 1:30pm - 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
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 - Suffield Township Fire Dept.
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Bookmobile library service every other Tuesday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the parking lot of Suffield Township's Fire Dept. Call 330-527-5082 x221 for more information. Open to the public.
Spring Family Storytime
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.
Spring Family Storytime
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
Spring Family Storytime
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, 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Apr 15, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at Nelson Circle for free library service every Wednesday!
Spring Family Storytime
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!
Spring Family Storytime
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!
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
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, 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!
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
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.
Spring Teen Craft Drop-in Event
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
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!
Renaissance Collage Club - SoulCollage® Sessions
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.
Anti Social Book Club - Tortured Poets
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Apr 20, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Visit the Bookmobile at the Charlestown Township Hall for free library service every Monday.
Alzheimer's Support Program - Resources for Those Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
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.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
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, 1:30pm - 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!
Spring Family Storytime
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.
Spring Family Storytime
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
Spring Family Storytime
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, 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
Tue, Apr 21, 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 adult participants.
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