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Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times

A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
2026-09-01 00:00:00 2026-09-01 23:59:00 America/New_York Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times 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. Garrettsville Branch -

Tuesday, September 01
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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.

This is an adult self-led program. From June to December, participants will read one (or more) of the books or pamphlets selected for each decade and celebrate the highlights. Enter into this adventure and find get a chance to win America 250 original artwork, displayed at the Garrettsville branch. Registration is suggested so Revolutionary Roadmaps can be made available in advance. Materials will be distributed with a timeline, the decades represented, and with suggestions for you to choose from for your personalized revolutionary read journey, and your own documentation chart for notes. Our second open house style celebration, where you can share your favorite revolutionary read, will be held at the end of the year.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Educational | Book Discussion |

TAGS: | Seniors | Adult |

Garrettsville Branch
Phone: 330-527-4378
Branch manager
Nikki Thompson
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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.
Puzzle Club
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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 - "Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story"
Thu, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Garrettsville Library Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story" by Douglas Preston.
Summer Stretch with Weights - Gentle yoga with weights presented by Verena
Fri, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Celebrate National Wellness month with a refreshing yoga with weights session to restore body and mind. All levels welcome - bring your mat, water, weights, and good vibes! Limited to 25 adults.
Card Classes - with Dawn
Sat, Aug 22, 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.
This event is full
Summer Storytime
Sat, Aug 22, 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.
Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times - A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
Sat, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Garrettsville Branch
Pick up a Revolutionary Roadmap June 1 and begin your 7 month journey through classic literature, documents, speeches & poetry. Celebrate 250 years of American literature with us on Aug. 22. Limit 25.
Toss, Play & Sundae Day - First Annual Cornhole Tournament & Ice Cream Social
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Compete in our first annual End-of-Summer Cornhole Tournament! Teams of two, win fun prizes, enjoy sunflower celebrations, great music and a DIY ice cream sundaes. Limited to 50 people.
Sweet Treat Satudray - Boba Tea
Sat, Aug 22, 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.
Exploring Garrettsville - Tour the Town!
Mon, Aug 24, 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.
Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times - A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
Mon, Aug 24, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Pick up a Revolutionary Roadmap at Garrettsville reference and read through classic literature, documents, speeches & poetry. Celebrate 250 years of American literature with us on Aug. 22. Limit 25.
Think Fast Trivia!
Mon, Aug 24, 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!
Stomp & Roar Storytime
Tue, Aug 25, 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!
Storytime at the Park
Tue, Aug 25, 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).
Dungeons and Dragons with Dave - Learn D&D
Tue, Aug 25, 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.
Killer Reads! True Crime Book Club - "Hope: A Memoir of Survival" by Amanda Berry
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Uncover the stories behind the headlines! Join our Killer Reads: True Crime Book Club to explore gripping cases, discuss theories, and connect with fellow sleuths. Limited to 5 participants.
Summer Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 26, 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).
Aurora Reads! Book Club - "Horse" by Geraldine Brooks
Wed, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Are you an avid reader who likes to discuss books with others? If so, join our book club featuring everything form exciting new fiction to the best titles from the past! Limited to 15 adults.
Craft Swap - Out with the old crafts, in with the new!
Thu, Aug 27, All day
Brimfield Branch
Are you looking to start a new craft hobby, or have you decided to take a break from one? Bring your excess craft materials and pick up some from others.
The Plot Thickens Gardening Group - With Portage Parks District
Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Mastodons, mammoths, giant beavers, oh my! Delve into Ohio's history of megafauna with Holly Stoneberg from the Portage Park District. Limited to 25 adults.
Young Writer's and Artist's Space - Ongoing Summer Program
Thu, Aug 27, 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.
Paint a Pencil Case - Teen Craft
Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Paint your own pencil case with cool designs and colors. Make it totally your style and take home something you’ll actually use. Hang out and get creative. For ages 11–18. Registration is required.
This event is full
PCDL at The Garrettsville Farmers Market - Featuring The Little Seed Library
Thu, Aug 27, 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!
Craft Swap - Out with the old crafts, in with the new!
Fri, Aug 28, All day
Brimfield Branch
Are you looking to start a new craft hobby, or have you decided to take a break from one? Bring your excess craft materials and pick up some from others.
Friends of the Randolph Library Book Sale
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come find your next favorite read at the Randolph Friends Book Sale! All proceeds support library programming.
Summer Storytime
Fri, Aug 28, 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.
Rescheduled
Table Top Adventures - Teen DND
Fri, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, August 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Want to explore fantastical lands, slay monsters, and be a powerful hero (or villain)? Join Tabletop Adventures! Intended for ages 13-18. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required.
Craft Swap - Out with the old crafts, in with the new!
Sat, Aug 29, All day
Brimfield Branch
Are you looking to start a new craft hobby, or have you decided to take a break from one? Bring your excess craft materials and pick up some from others.
Friends of the Randolph Library Book Sale
Sat, Aug 29, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come find your next favorite read at the Randolph Friends Book Sale! All proceeds support library programming.
Table Top Adventures - Teen DND
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Want to explore fantastical lands, slay monsters, and be a powerful hero (or villain)? Join Tabletop Adventures! Intended for ages 13-18. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required.
Reading Trophy Case - Build a mini bookshelf with your favorite books!
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Love books? Love DIY projects? Join us at the library to build your very own mini bookshelf! This hands-on workshop will guide you step-by-step through assembling and decorating a mini bookshelf.
Pixel Sprites - For Teens
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Learn to create pixel sprites using simple grids and bold colors. Design your own characters and bring them to life one square at a time. For ages 11–18. Registration is required.
Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times - A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
Mon, Aug 31, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Pick up a Revolutionary Roadmap at Garrettsville reference and read through classic literature, documents, speeches & poetry. Celebrate 250 years of American literature with us on Aug. 22. Limit 25.
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop - Charlestown Township Hall
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop - Paris Township Community Center
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop - Windham Renaissance Center
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Anti-Social Book Club - Dark Academia
Tue, Sep 01, All day
Brimfield Branch
Too busy for a normal book club? No worries! This book club runs completely on your own time. This month's theme is Dark Academia. Intended for teens and tweens. Limited to 10 participants.
Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times - A historical literary journey through 250 years of America
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Bookmobile Stop - Edinburg, Pettigrew Hardware Parking Lot
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Fall Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
True Crime Club for Teens
Tue, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Craft a Hidden Bug!
Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Create a magical bug jar with a hidden surprise! Craft your own paper jar, then use a flashlight to reveal the secret bug inside. A glowing adventure for curious kids! Limit 12. For ages 5-12.
The History of Games - History Discussion
Tue, Sep 01, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Brimfield Branch
In this discussion, participants will learn the history of games, from 5000 years ago to today, from board games and card games to role playing games and video games. 
Randolph True Crime Club - The Case of the Highway of Tears
Tue, Sep 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph Branch
Are you interested in True Crime? 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.
Making Time - Crafting Group
Tue, Sep 01, 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!
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