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Shut Up & Write!® Club

Bring your laptop or use pen and paper! Just write!

2026-11-23 18:00:00 2026-11-23 19:30:00 America/New_York Shut Up & Write!® Club Got a story, journal, novel, or idea waiting to be written? Set a goal, write in a focused, supportive environment & celebrate your progress with fellow writers! Limit 15. Aurora Memorial Branch -

Monday, November 23
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Got a story, journal, novel, or idea waiting to be written? Set a goal, write in a focused, supportive environment & celebrate your progress with fellow writers! Limit 15.

Bring your current project—or spark a new idea with one of our prompts—and settle into the quiet creativity of the gallery downstairs.

We'll kick things off with a quick 5-minute goal check-in, followed by 60 minutes of focused, distraction-free writing time. Then, stay for a relaxed 10-minute chat to share successes, connect with fellow writers, and leave inspired for your next session.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing |

TAGS: | Adult |

Aurora Memorial Branch
Phone: 330-562-6502
Branch manager
Kat Newcity
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Mon, Oct 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 22 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 24 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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Aurora Memorial Branch
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Garrettsville Branch
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Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Branch
Meet other homeschool families while exploring hands-on activities at the library! This is a chance for home school families to come and hang out, play games and share ideas.
Build-a-Boba Workshop - Make the tastiest bubble tea combo!
Tue, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Choose from 5 flavors of tea, popping bubbles, or original tapioca boba (or both!). Learn how to make brown sugar tapioca boba to craft your perfect tea! Limit to 10. For teens.
Randolph Book Club - "The Life Impossible" by Matt Haig
Tue, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our Book Club featuring everything from exciting new fiction to the best titles from past years!
Brimfield Book Club - "College Girl, Missing" by Shawn Cohen
Tue, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our Book Club featuring everything from exciting new fiction to the best titles from past years!
Evening Book Club - "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue" by V. E. Schwab
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:20pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our Book Club featuring everything from exciting new fiction to the best titles from past years!
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Nov 12, 9:30am - 10:30am
Outreach Services
Our Bookmobile is a traveling library, bringing the joy of reading and more right to your neighborhood! Best of all, it’s completely free – you can enjoy the library wherever you are.
Pop-Up Food Pantry! - Presented by the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Thu, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us for a Drive-Thru food pantry! The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank will provide pre boxed shelf stable items and fresh produce, in a drive-thru selection method.
Mario Kart Free Play - For Teens
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Start your engines! Race friends, battle for bragging rights, and enjoy nonstop Mario Kart action in this free-play gaming party. Ages 10–18. Registration is required and limited to 10 tween/teens.
Bookmobile Stop - Nelson Ledges Estates
Fri, Nov 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.
Renaissance Collage Club - SoulCollage® Sessions - Committee Suite Deep-Dive
Fri, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Spin the Wheel! - Fall Art Project
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Spin the spinning wheel and let it tell you what kind of fall themed art canvas to make. This art program will use paint, papers and various trims. Limited to 15 participants.
Fall Family Storytime
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).
Shadow Games - Making Shadows Come Alive
Sat, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Step into the shadows! Kids will use light, hands, and simple props to create shadow games, tell stories, and spark their imaginations through playful exploration. For ages 5-12.
Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times - A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
Mon, Nov 16, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Pick up a Revolutionary Roadmap through November and join our literary journey through classic literature, documents, speeches & poetry. Celebrate 250 years of America; enter and win fabulous prizes.
Windham Mysteries & More Book Club - "To Slip the Bonds of Earth" by Amanda Flowers
Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
Teen Advisory Board - Teen Volunteers
Mon, Nov 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Love books, games, or anime? Help create the teen programs YOU want to attend! Make friends, earn volunteer hours, and join TAB. Ages 13–18. Registration is required. Limit 10.
Cocoa and Crochet
Mon, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
Join us to make a cozy hat for winter while sipping on hot cocoa. Please be sure you can make it to all three days. Intended for ages 9 and up. Limited to 6 participants.
Fun Fall Take and Make Craft Kit - For Kids!
Tue, Nov 17, All day
Outreach Services
Grab a fun fall themed children's craft kit from one of our Bookmobile stops while supplies last!
Bookmobile Stop - Pettigrew Hardware in Edinburg
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytime for ages 0–5! Enjoy fall tales, songs and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books. Limited to 20 children.
Genealogy with Roger Marble
Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 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.
Fall Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Come and join us for family fun as we read exciting stories, dance to jump-out-of-your-seat music, sing silly songs and do activities. Limited to 20 children.
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for songs and a story for baby and caregiver! Connect with your baby, discover new books, and make lasting memories. This event is intended for children under 36 months.
Learn to Knit! - For Beginners
Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit?  This basic class will supply you with yarn and needles as well as a knowledgeable teacher so you can leave with a finished project. Limit 8.
Hooks & Books - Social Knitting, Crochet and Handcraft Circle
Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Come with hooks, leave with a book! Check out the Garrettsville & Windham branches' monthly drop-in group crafting session for adult crafters. Limit 12.
Afternoon Book Club - "The Names" by Florence Knapp
Wed, Nov 18, 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!
Build It! Lego Free-Build
Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Spark creativity and STEM learning with LEGO free-build fun! Kids ages 5–13 can design, build, and engineer their own creations. Space is limited to 12 builders.
This event is full
Read with Bing - Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 5:45pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kids can sign up for a 15 minute slot to read with Bing the therapy dog. Bring your own book or grab one of ours. No stress, just relax and do your best!
This event is full
Read with Bing - Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 5:45pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kids can sign up for a 15 minute slot to read with Bing the therapy dog. Bring your own book or grab one of ours. No stress, just relax and do your best!
This event is full
Read with Bing - Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 6:15pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kids can sign up for a 15 minute slot to read with Bing the therapy dog. Bring your own book or grab one of ours. No stress, just relax and do your best!
This event is full
Read with Bing - Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 6:15pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Kids can sign up for a 15 minute slot to read with Bing the therapy dog. Bring your own book or grab one of ours. No stress, just relax and do your best!
This event is full
Puzzle Swap! - Trade your old puzzles for new!
Thu, Nov 19, All day
Brimfield Branch
Have you already done all the puzzles in your house? Kids outgrown the puzzles you got them when they were younger? Join our puzzle trade! Bring in your old puzzles and trade them in a for a new one.
Bookmobile Stop - Freedom Township Park
Thu, Nov 19, 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.
Homeschool Hangout - Connect with other Homeschool Families
Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Garrettsville Branch
Whether you are new to homeschooling or a seasoned pro, it's nice to make new friends! Join us at the library for a fun, relaxing meet-up. There will be activities and games for the kids.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Connect with local homeschooling families! Kids and teens will enjoy fun activities while parents relax, chat, and build community. Limit 25. For all ages.
Adult Hybrid Book Discussion Club - "The Correspondent: A Novel" by Virginia Evans
Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville Library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "The Correspondent: A Novel" by Virginia Evans. Limit to 20.
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