Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Ohio Geological History and Fossils

Ohio Geological History and Fossils

Presented by Portage Parks
2026-07-13 15:00:00 2026-07-13 16:00:00 America/New_York Ohio Geological History and Fossils Did you know you can find fossils in Ohio? Want to learn how they got there? Meet Holly Stoneberg from Portage Parks! She will present facts on fossils in Ohio, & what animals lived here long ago. Randolph Branch -

Monday, July 13
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-13 15:00:00 2026-07-13 16:00:00 America/New_York Ohio Geological History and Fossils Did you know you can find fossils in Ohio? Want to learn how they got there? Meet Holly Stoneberg from Portage Parks! She will present facts on fossils in Ohio, & what animals lived here long ago. Randolph Branch -

Did you know you can find fossils in Ohio? Want to learn how they got there? Meet Holly Stoneberg from Portage Parks! She will present facts on fossils in Ohio, & what animals lived here long ago.

This event is for ages 5 to 12

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Educational |

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

Randolph Branch
Phone: 330-325-7003
Branch manager
Emily Hegner
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Jun 08 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 09 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jun 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 14 Closed
previous
this week
next

Upcoming Events

Skip Upcoming Events widget
Card Classes - with Dawn
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Create handmade cards with Dawn! Dawn will walk you through making three handmade cards each month this summer. Limited to 8 participants.
Build a Volcano - Teen Science Craft
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Teens can work individually or in pairs to build their own erupting volcano. Mold your volcano out of air dry clay, paint, and erupt!
Exploring Garrettsville - Tour the Town!
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Garrettsville Branch
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, let's take some time to learn about our town. Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Mr. Jeff's Music Show
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Join us for music and movement with Mr. Jeff. Stop by for some songs, dances and maybe some bubbles too. Come sing and dance with him - it's sure to be a stomping good time! Limit to 30.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
All About Horses - Pegasus Farm Visit
Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for this fun visit from Pegasus Farm! We will learn about horses, including horse care and the services Pegasus farms has to offer.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jun 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Mr. Jeff's Music Show
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Mr. Jeff will be singing and dancing at the Garrettsville Library! Stop by for some songs, dances and maybe some bubbles too. Come sing and dance with him!
Crochet Club - Basic Stitches
Mon, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Whether you are new to crochet or a pro, come join us to learn new techniques, new stitches and how to read patterns! Intended for ages 8+. Limited to 6 participants.
Bunco! - Can you roll dice? You can play!
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Only takes a few minutes to learn. Come have fun and meet new people. Prizes for the most Buncos, most wins, AND most losses. Limited to 16 adults.
Introduction to Butterflies
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Discover the fascinating world of butterflies! Explore a pollination station, discover how butterflies find food, and create your own flying butterfly puppet. Limited to 15 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Edinburg, Pettigrew Hardware Parking Lot
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Come have a Dino-Tastic time this summer at our Family Storytime! For ages birth to age 4 with caregiver. Don't let summer go extinct - come read with us!
Dino-Mite Field Day
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Stomp, sprint and roar into Dino Field Day at the library! Race, play, and tackle prehistoric challenges. It’s a dino-mite day of games and Jurassic-sized fun! Join the roar-some adventure!
Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community
Tue, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
A "Land Before Time" Library Adventure
Tue, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Step back into a prehistoric world and join us for a Land Before Time-themed party at the library! Celebrate everything dino at Randolph with a fun classic movie.
Silent Book Club at The Cellar Door - Adult Sustained Silent Reading
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Bring your own book and read in silence. After 45 minutes of quiet reading, stay and socialize or be on your way. Registration is requested, but drop ins are welcome.
Teen Cooking - Edible Earth
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Learn about the layers of the earth by creating a delicious model of the earth. Complete with a molten gummy core and chocolate soil!
This event is full
Genealogy with Roger Marble
Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Come learn genealogy techniques with Roger Marble! Get ready to start your journey after learning to find and trace your family's roots efficiently.
Knit and Crochet Group
Tue, Jun 16, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us every third Tuesday for knitting and crochet by the fireplace. All skill levels welcome. This is a non-structured, social crafting time for adults. Limited to 15 adult participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities at Summer Family Storytime. Limited to 20 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council
Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children ages 1-18 can stop by the Randolph Township Hall every Wednesday this summer from 12:00 - 2:00 pm for a free nutritious lunch. NO PAPERWORK IS REQUIRED.
Dino Vs. Oobleck
Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Make some Oobleck and talk about mummification and fossilization with our tiny dinos. Intended for ages 8 and up. Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
The Bubble Lady - Central District Cafeteria - Crestwood Schools
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Join us for a bubble-tastic show! Sue Durante, aka the Bubble Lady, will amaze you with bubbles that multiply, bubbles that do acrobatics, square bubbles and more. Limited to 30 participants.
Toy Story Party
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
You've got a friend in me! Celebration the release of Toy Story 5 with us. Join us for Toy Story-themed games, trivia and crafts.
A Girl with Scales Reptile Show
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Join us for an interactive and educational reptile experience! Children will discover the wonders of the reptile world in a fun, safe and engaging environment. Limited to 45 participants.
Afternoon Book Club - "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a discussion of "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Yabba Dabba Read! A Flintstones Library Bash
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join Fred, Wilma, Barney and Betty for a prehistoric celebration filled with stories, games, and hands-on activities!
Summer Mini Horse Tale
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Calling all reluctant readers aged 5-13! Come read to a small special "Reading Buddy"... Space is limited. Pick your favorite book and sign up! For readers ages 5-13. Limit to 15.
Book Bingo
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come play BINGO, with cards that have book characters on them, to win books and other small prizes. Limited to 15 participants.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us as we kick off our summer program for young writers and artists. Come to the first class to make your own journal and join us for any of the scheduled times throughout the rest of the summer.
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Stop by The Garrettsville Farmers Market (8119 Main Street, Garrettsville, OH, United States, Ohio) each Thursday afternoon from 4-7PM for tasty summer treats, crafts and library-inspired fun!
Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Club - "The Berry Pickers: A Novel"
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "The Berry Pickers: A Novel" by Amanda Peters.
Pizza Tasting - For Teens
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Try different cheese pizzas from restaurants all over Aurora and vote for which one you think is the best! This event is for ages 11-18. Limit 12 - registration is required.
Hidden Treasures - Adult Wooden Chest Painting
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Argh! Unleash your creativity in this relaxing, hands-on workshop designed just for adults. Participants will paint and personalize their own wooden treasure chest. Limit to 12.
Frogs! - From Tadpoles to Frogs: An Exploration of Ohio's Amphibians
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Jill Halligan helps us to discover the life stages of Ohio's frog population, understand their survival needs in dry summer conditions, and includes a hands-on frog slime activity. Limited to 20 kids.
Bookmobile - Diamond Paint Bookmark
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Outreach Services
Patrons may take a fun mushroom themed diamond paint bookmark to craft at home. This event is intended for adults and is available at all stops while supplies last.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jun 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bubblemania
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Drop in and let's make some bubbles! Kids will have a blast chasing, popping, and creating bubbles big and small! Join us for a bubbly good time and lots of giggles! WEATHER PERMITTING.
Creature Power
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Activate Creature Powers! Inspired by PBS Wild Kratts, KIDS ScratchJr is a fun, interactive and safe program that teaches coding basics! This program is for ages 5 to 8 years old. Limit of 15 kids.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Free Blood Pressure Clinic - Walk-In Appointments
Mon, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Taking control of your heart health just got easier - receive a free blood pressure screening from the American Heart Association.
Circuit Breakers
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Discover the world of microchips and energy transfer with the help of PBS! Developed for ages 11 to 14 years old. Limit of 15 kids.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jun 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Dino Trivia
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Do you know your dino facts? Come compete for prizes with some Dino trivia!
Inklings Hybrid Book Club - The Last Battle, essays On Fairy-Stories and On Stories
Mon, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Think Fast Trivia!
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Think you're 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!
Bookmobile Stop - Edinburg, Pettigrew Hardware Parking Lot
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Come have a Dino-Tastic time this summer at our Family Storytime! For ages birth to age 4 with caregiver. Don't let summer go extinct - come read with us!
The Bubble Lady
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a bubble-tastic show! Sue Durante, aka the Bubble Lady, will amaze you with bubbles that multiply, bubbles that do acrobatics, square bubbles and more. Limited to 80 participants.
Stomp & Roar Storytime
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dig into storytime and unearth a good story! Discover dino tales, roar through songs, stomp into a craft and make new friends. Perfect for little explorers ages 5 and under!
Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community
Tue, Jun 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Jurassic Slime
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Dig into a dino mite fun at the library! Mix, stretch, squish your own dino themed slime. Prehistoric ooze adventure you won't forget!
Dungeons and Dragons with Dave - Learn D&D
Tue, Jun 23, 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.
Genealogy with Roger Marble
Tue, Jun 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph 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 - "A Fever in the Heartland" by Timothy Egan
Tue, Jun 23, 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 5 participants.
Bookmobile - Paint Your Own Dino
Wed, Jun 24, All day
Outreach Services
Pick up your very own wooden dinosaur and paint kit to craft at home. This event is intended for ages 2-8
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jun 24, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities at Summer Family Storytime. Limited to 20 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 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.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council
Wed, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children ages 1-18 can stop by the Randolph Township Hall every Wednesday this summer from 12:00 - 2:00 pm for a free nutritious lunch. NO PAPERWORK IS REQUIRED.
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jun 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Aurora Reads! Book Club - "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn
Wed, Jun 24, 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.
The Garfield Trail with Tim Garfield - Visit the past with James A. Garfield's great-great grandson
Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join Tim Garfield, the great-great-grandson of James A. Garfield, to explore deeper insights on the President's life, facts, myths, and key aspects from the Netflix docudrama "Death by Lightning."
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
David Anthony Magician
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Award winning magician and illusionist David Anthony has entertained thousands throughout the U.S. and now he brings his show to us! Please register. Limited to 50 participants.
The Plot Thickens Gardening Group
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dig into an exciting discussion! A volunteer with Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners will be here for this month's meeting. Limited to 25.
Clay Creations
Thu, Jun 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join local artist Traci Shea at Streetsboro Library and create a handmade, clay pottery item. This event is a two-part series. Limited to 15 participants.
Dino Olympics: Roar, Race, Win!
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Young dinosaurs will compete in a series of Olympic-inspired challenges with a dinosaur twist! This action-packed event combines movement, creativity and imagination.
Puzzle Club
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Tired of completing the same jigsaw puzzle over and over again? Work together to complete new challenging puzzles with friends! Open work time; come and go as you please.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us as we kick off our summer program for young writers and artists. Come to the first class to make your own journal and join us for any of the scheduled times throughout the rest of the summer.
Carboard Creations - Toys & Games
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Build, play, and imagine! This week kids can turn simple cardboard into toys, games, and more. There will be patterns or they can freestyle. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Mosaic Tile Coasters - Teen Craft
Fri, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Create eye-catching mosaic tile art using colorful pieces and your imagination. Design a unique masterpiece to take home. Make something bold and creative! For ages 11–18. Limit 8.
Henna - with Nikki from The Artful Cricket!
Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Nikki will share about the history and culture of henna, followed by small henna designs for all attendees. Limited to 10 participants.
This event is full
Table Top Adventures - Teen DND
Sat, Jun 27, 11:30am - 1:30pm
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. Registration required.
Sweet Treat Saturday - Dirt Cups
Sat, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us to learn how to make your favorite drinks, desserts and treats! Intended for ages 9 and up. Limited to 6 participants. Please be aware some recipes may have allergens.
Bookmobile - Diamond Paint Bookmark
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Outreach Services
Patrons may take a fun mushroom themed diamond paint bookmark to craft at home. This event is intended for adults and is available at all stops while supplies last.
Exploring Garrettsville - Tour the Town!
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Garrettsville Branch
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, let's take some time to learn about our town. Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jun 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jun 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Free Blood Pressure Clinic - Walk-In Appointments
Mon, Jun 29, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Taking control of your heart health just got easier - receive a free blood pressure screening from the American Heart Association.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Dino Detectives - Presented by the CLE Museum of Natural History
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us for hands on learning where children act as paleontologists and identify fossils! The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will be presenting this fun and interactive program.
Bomb City USA - The Danny Greene Era - Presented by Dennis Sutcliffe of Cleveland Memories
Mon, Jun 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Step into Cleveland’s "Bomb City USA" as Dennis Sutcliffe reveals a deadly Cleveland mob war of power & betrayal. A gripping talk by a historian and master storyteller. Limited to 50 adults.
Bookmobile Stop - Edinburg, Pettigrew Hardware Parking Lot
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Storytime at the Park
Tue, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Randolph Branch
Join us at the Mila's Hope and Rowyn's Dreams Playground and connect with nature just outside your door during this unique story time (weather permitting).
Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community
Tue, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
The Bubble Lady
Tue, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a bubble-tastic show! Sue Durante, aka the Bubble Lady, will amaze you with bubbles that multiply, bubbles that do acrobatics, square bubbles and more. Limited to 45 participants.
Women’s Suffrage: Then and Now - League of Women Voters Lecture
Tue, Jun 30, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
This event explores the history of the suffrage movement—from early advocacy to the passage of the 19th Amendment—and the generations of women who fought to expand democracy.
Anti-Social Book Club - Historical Fiction
Wed, Jul 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 Historical Fiction. Limit to 15.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jul 01, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities at Summer Family Storytime. Limited to 20 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council
Wed, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children ages 1-18 can stop by the Randolph Township Hall every Wednesday this summer from 12:00 - 2:00 pm for a free nutritious lunch. NO PAPERWORK IS REQUIRED.
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jul 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
A Girl with Scales Reptile Show - Crestwood Community Center Pavilion
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Join us for an interactive and educational reptile experience! Children will discover the wonders of the reptile world in a fun, safe and engaging environment. Limited to 30 participants.
Five Night at Freddy's Trivia and Games
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Are you a FNAF fan? Join Freddy, Bonnie, Chica and Foxy for a game night at the library! Stop by the library for FNAF trivia and games.
Homeschool Group Board Games
Wed, Jul 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile - Crack Open a Crystal Geode
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Participants will learn what geodes are and how they are formed and then have the opportunity to crack open a large geode at the Freedom Township Pavilion. Limit to 15.
Puzzle Hour
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Do Thursday mornings leave you puzzled? Come to the library, and assemble some puzzles with friends.
Knitting Basics - Learn to Knit
Thu, Jul 02, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Relax and learn the basics of knitting with an experienced teacher! All materials provided. Limit to 8 participants.
Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randolph Branch
Happy Birthday, America! Celebrate the USA's 250th birthday at the library. Learn fun facts, make new friends and participate in some trivia.
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Stop by The Garrettsville Farmers Market (8119 Main Street, Garrettsville, OH, United States, Ohio) each Thursday afternoon from 4-7PM for tasty summer treats, crafts and library-inspired fun!
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Jul 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Storytime
Fri, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield 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! Intended for children 5 and under.
Exercising with Arthritis - Struggling with the effects of chronic pain from arthritis?
Fri, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville Library to improve mobility, flexibility, and strength in a safe, supportive environment for all fitness levels. Limited to 10 participants.
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Cancelled
Teen Board Game Club - Scrabble
Fri, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for Teen Board Game Club, where we play fun new board games every month. Join us this month for "Scrabble"! Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Garrettsville Garden Club - Calendula Lotion - Learning the medicinal benefits of calendula
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Create soothing calendula lotion in this hands-on workshop. Learn herbal benefits, infusion basics and lotion-making skills while crafting a nourishing skin care product to take home. Limit to 15.
A Girl with Scales Reptile Show
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for an interactive and educational reptile experience! Children will discover the wonders of the reptile world in a fun, safe and engaging environment. Limited to 65 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jul 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Windham Mysteries & More Book Club - Savvy Summers & Sweet Potato Crimes by Sandra Jackson-Opoku
Mon, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Windham Library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Group to explore a variety of titles and genres. Limited to 12 in-person participants or unlimited with Zoom.
Crochet a Dinosaur
Mon, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn how to crochet a dinosaur! This is a series of three sessions. Please ensure you can make it to all three. Beginners are welcome. Intended for ages 9 and up. Limited to 6 participants.
International Mystery Book Club - "Kamogawa Food Detectives" by Hisashi Kashiwai
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
読む - Yomu (read) and 食べる - Taberu (eat)!! Sample foods with a Japanese flavor. This group will meet by the fireplace. Limit to 15.
Bookmobile Stop - Edinburg, Pettigrew Hardware Parking Lot
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Come have a Dino-Tastic time this summer at our Family Storytime! For ages birth to age 4 with caregiver. Don't let summer go extinct - come read with us!
Stomp & Roar Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dig into storytime and unearth a good story! Discover dino tales, roar through songs, stomp into a craft and make new friends. Perfect for little explorers ages 5 and under!
Fossils of Ohio - Presented by Portage Parks
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
A fossil is any evidence of a once living organism that's preserved in the rock. Sound interesting? Holly Stoneberg from Portage Parks explains fossils in Ohio. Limited to 15 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - Waterloo School Community
Tue, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Ohio Means Jobs - Job Assistance at the Library!
Tue, Jul 07, 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.
Randolph True Crime Club - The Case of Cranium 13
Tue, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph Branch
Think you can solve the case? Join us as we look at unsolved crimes, examine the evidence and discuss our theories about who did it. This month we will be looking into The Case of Cranium 13.
Yoga with Yoga Judith - Beginner's Yoga
Tue, Jul 07, 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 12 participants. 
Making Time - Crafting Group
Tue, Jul 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!
Bookmobile - Paint Your Own Dino
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Outreach Services
Pick up your very own wooden dinosaur and paint kit to craft at home. This event is intended for ages 2-8
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Circle
Wed, Jul 08, 9:30am - 11:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities at Summer Family Storytime. Limited to 20 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Come join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs, and do activities! Limit to 30 participants.
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for early learning time for baby and caregiver! Connect with your baby, discover new books, and make lasting memories. This event is intended for children under 36 months.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Branch
Have some summer fun at the library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Free Lunches for Kids! - Presented by the Community Action Council
Wed, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Children ages 1-18 can stop by the Randolph Township Hall every Wednesday this summer from 12:00 - 2:00 pm for a free nutritious lunch. NO PAPERWORK IS REQUIRED.
Bookmobile Stop - Mantua Crestwood Community Center
Wed, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Learn to Crochet! - Crochet for Beginners
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to crochet! Relax and learn the basics of crochet with an experienced teacher. All materials are provided. Limited to 8 participants.
The Knotty Stitch - A handcraft, knit, crochet, and macrame social group
Wed, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us with whatever you're working on or come to get ideas for a new project. This is a social group for those who love to craft or want to love to craft. Limit to 15.
Build It! LEGO Free-Build Lab
Wed, Jul 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come in and express your creativity with a LEGO free building session! Kids 5–13 will build creations while exploring STEM, creativity, and hands-on engineering. Limited to 12 builders.
This event is full
HOT DISH! Modern Fiction Book Club - "Ice Planet Barbarians" by Ruby Dixon
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
This adult book club brings the community together for dinner and an off-site, after-hours discussion of hot new titles at Cal's II in Garrettsville! Registration preferred. Limit 25.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 11:00am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Akron ZooMobile
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Visit with zoo animals in your own backyard! The ZooMobile will be bringing the wild world of animals to the Streetsboro Library. Registration required. Limited to 30 participants.
Pop-Up Food Pantry! - Presented by the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Thu, Jul 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for a Market-Style food pantry! The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank will provide pre boxed shelf stable items and fresh produce, in a market-style selection method.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us as we kick off our summer program for young writers and artists. Come to the first class to make your own journal and join us for any of the scheduled times throughout the rest of the summer.
Game On - For Teens
Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Level up your afternoon at the Aurora Library! Jump into epic board and card games, meet new friends, and bring your A-game. Don’t miss the fun—grab your spot and play! This event is for ages 11-18.
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Stop by The Garrettsville Farmers Market (8119 Main Street, Garrettsville, OH, United States, Ohio) each Thursday afternoon from 4-7PM for tasty summer treats, crafts and library-inspired fun!
Bingo!
Thu, Jul 09, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us for a fun-filled session of Bingo at the Brimfield Library! Enjoy an evening of friendly competition, laughter and prizes.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Jul 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
Fri, Jul 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.
Digging for Dinosaurs - Presented by The Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will be here tell us all about what it's like to be a real paleontologist! Investigate like a paleontologist with pre-set exploration stations. Limit to 15.
The Silent Scriptorium - Where inked pages and quiet minds come to life
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
This cozy, Oxford-style reading and writing society gathers in our meeting room, sipping tea with like-minded others, where you may quietly read and write to your delight! Limited to 10 participants.
Bookmobile Stop - CBC Rootstown
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Unearth the Crime - Crack the Case
Fri, Jul 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Unravel a mystery through a variety of mystery-themed games and puzzles! Follow the clues, and crack the case.
Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale - Stories for Sale!
Sat, Jul 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.
The Silent Scriptorium - Where inked pages and quiet minds come to life
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
This cozy, Oxford-style reading and writing society gathers in our meeting room, sipping tea with like-minded others, where you may quietly read and write to your delight! Limited to 10 participants.
Card Classes - with Dawn
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Create handmade cards with Dawn! Dawn will walk you through making three handmade cards each month this summer. Limited to 8 participants.
Summer Storytime
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield 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! Intended for children 5 and under.
Geodes!
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn all about geodes, gems, rocks and minerals! Crack open your own geode and see what's inside. Limited to 10 participants. Intended for ages 8 and up.
Bookmobile - Diamond Paint Bookmark
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Outreach Services
Patrons may take a fun mushroom themed diamond paint bookmark to craft at home. This event is intended for adults and is available at all stops while supplies last.
Exploring Garrettsville - Tour the Town!
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Garrettsville Branch
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, let's take some time to learn about our town. Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet.
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Jul 13, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Ohio Geologic History and Fossils - Presented by Portage Parks District
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Katherine Thomas Elementary
Join us for a special interactive talk all about Ohio’s Regional Fossils and Geological History. The Portage Parks District will be here to tell us about Ohio regional fossils and geological history.
Jurassic Slime Time
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Dig into dino-mite fun at the library! Mix, stretch, and squish your own dinosaur-themed slime. It’s a prehistoric ooze adventure you won’t want to fossil-get! Join the slime time! Limited to 20 kids.
Paint a Dinosaur Bank
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Paint a ceramic dinosaur shaped bank! Must register. Limited to 12 participants.
Music with Foster Brown
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Foster is a local award-winning singer and storyteller who has some educational yet silly songs for kids. Bring the family out to enjoy his fun, family-friendly music.
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Ohio Geological History and Fossils - Presented by Portage Parks
Mon, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randolph Branch
Did you know you can find fossils in Ohio? Want to learn how they got there? Meet Holly Stoneberg from Portage Parks! She will present facts on fossils in Ohio, & what animals lived here long ago.
Crochet a Dinosaur
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn how to crochet a dinosaur! This is a series of three sessions. Please ensure you can make it to all three. Beginners are welcome. Intended for ages 9 and up. Limited to 6 participants.
Think Fast Trivia!
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Think you're 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!
See all events