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Upcoming Events
Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Children are invited to the Garrettville Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Experts from the Portage County Health Department will be curbside at the Garrettsville Library to check the fit, instillation, and safety of new and existing car seats. Limited to 75 participants.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Children are invited to the Aurora Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 15 participants.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Family Storytime is a fun time with songs, books and crafts. Come join us!

Canceled
Tue, Apr 16, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Drop in with your technology questions, and local Garrettsville High School students will be on hand to help. Limited to 20 participants per session.

Tue, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Use microscopes to look at microorganisms and bugs found in the Tinker's Creek Watershed! This is a drop-in program; no need to stay the whole hour.

Tue, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn to play games! Games have been around since ancient times, and have provided entertainment for people of every level of society.

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come to the library for bingo, and the chance to win the grand prize.

Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join the Adult Hybrid Book Discussion for exciting reads. This month's selected title is "The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder" by David Grann. Limited to 20 participants.

Wed, Apr 17, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come in and grab a small diamond painting kit to take home. Supplies limited.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Children are invited to the Streetsboro Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aurora Memorial Branch
Storytime for children birth-to-2-years old, and their parents or caregivers. Limited to 15 participants.

Wed, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Branch
Children and families are invited to the Randolph Library for games, music, and story reading!

Wed, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windham Branch
Come with hooks, leave with a book! Check out the Windham Library’s monthly drop-in group crafting sessions for adult crafters.

Wed, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a discussion of "Little Mercies" by Heather Gudenkauf.

Canceled
Wed, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Support the Friends of the Garrettsville Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more.

Wed, Apr 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.

Canceled
Thu, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Support the Friends of the Garrettsville Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more.

Canceled
Fri, Apr 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Support the Friends of the Garrettsville Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more.

Fri, Apr 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Support the Friends of the Aurora Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more.

Fri, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! This event is intended for children 5 and under.

Fri, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Are you a homeschooler or homeschool family? Families who homeschool can come together to encourage communication and to pool resources.

Fri, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Learn the basics of gardening as well as how to plant your own garden.

Fri, Apr 19, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Windham Branch
Gather with fellow crafters to create functional fabric and yarn based objects with a sustainable twist! Limited to 12 participants.

Canceled
Sat, Apr 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Support the Friends of the Garrettsville Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more.

Sat, Apr 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Support the Friends of the Aurora Library and find great buys on used books, movies, music & more.

Mon, Apr 22, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Coloring pages, activity pages and crafts to take with you and do any time.

Mon, Apr 22, All day
Brimfield Branch
Plant something on Earth Day! Pick out a seed packet from our seed library, and take it home in a planting kit for your garden. Intended for those in grades 1 - 6. While supplies last.

Mon, Apr 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Windham Branch
Each Monday in April the Little Seed Library will offer seed starting kits to create a different summertime dish. Kit contents varies each week; for in-person pick-up only.

Mon, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Brimfield Branch
Create your own mosaic using different types of seeds while you snack on an Earth-themed treat! Intended for those in grades 7-12. Limited to 15 participants.

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Earth Day celebration crafts, learn about recycling, and free seed packets.

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Make a seed bomb and a suncatcher using recycled materials. Limited to 20 participants.

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join in on a Dungeons and Dragons Adventure built just for older teen players! Limited to 10 participants.

Mon, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come in your best PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend for a snuggly lap-sit storytime at the Aurora Library! Limited to 20 participants.

Tue, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Children are invited to the Aurora Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 15 participants.

Tue, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Family Storytime is a fun time with songs, books and crafts. Come join us!

Tue, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Learn about history, then play a game about it. In this program, you will get to learn about a period of history, and then play a game based on the period.

Tue, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Windham Branch
Join the Windham Library Adult Hybrid (In person & virtual) Book Discussion Group to explore a variety of titles and genres. Limited to 12 in-person participants or unlimited with Zoom.

Tue, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Windham Branch
Interested in supporting the PCDL mission to make the Windham Branch a vital community resource? Consider becoming a Friend!

Wed, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Children are invited to the Streetsboro Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Wed, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Branch
Children and families are invited to the Randolph Library for games, music, and story reading!

Wed, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us for a discussion of "The Book of Lost Names" by Kristin Harmel. Limited to 10 participants.

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join in on a Dungeons and Dragons Adventure built just for teen players! Limited to 10 participants.

Thu, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
What's better than books and gardening? Meet one Thursday a month, with speakers from many NE Ohio organizations covering a variety of topics. Limited to 25 participants.

Thu, Apr 25, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Snacks and games provided. Feel free to bring some of your own games and snacks to share with the group. Make note of ingredients in your snacks in case of allergies.

Thu, Apr 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join us to talk about a book, comic, or graphic novel you've enjoyed reading this month! Limited to 10 participants.

Fri, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Improve joint mobility, strength, and balance with (mostly) seated exercises, specific to those with arthritis. Join us for a fun workout! Limited to 10 participants.

Sat, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Intended for children 5 and under.

Sat, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us for a fun and informational program on Ohio birds, presented by OSU Extension Educator and Master Gardener, Jill Halligan. Limited to 40 participants.

Mon, Apr 29, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Coloring pages, activity pages and crafts to take with you and do any time.

Mon, Apr 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Windham Branch
Each Monday in April the Little Seed Library will offer seed starting kits to create a different summertime dish. Kit contents varies each week; for in-person pick-up only.

Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Use your imagination at the library for an hour of fun building Legos.

Mon, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Come in your best PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend for a snuggly lap-sit storytime at the Aurora Library! Limited to 20 participants.

Mon, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Are you puzzled by your Medicare plan options? Join Marcy Rosenthal, a licensed Medicare advisor, to learn about Medicare, plan options, and how to select the best plan for your needs.

Tue, Apr 30, All day
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Win prizes for your non-digital art creation! Fan art from all fandoms are welcome! This contest is for non-digital art only. All art will be reviewed before posting.

Tue, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Children are invited to the Aurora Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 15 participants.

Tue, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Family Storytime is a fun time with songs, books and crafts. Come join us!

Tue, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Let's get creative with polymer clay!

Tue, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Randolph Branch
Come to the Randolph Library, and learn to write some poetry. Don't know your stanzas from your sonnets? No problem. Writing utensils will be provided, but feel free to bring a device.

Wed, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aurora Memorial Branch
Storytime for children birth-to-2-years old, and their parents or caregivers. Limited to 15 participants.

Wed, May 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Branch
Children and families are invited to the Randolph Library for games, music, and story reading!

Thu, May 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Paint a MAY scene in acrylic paint, no experience necessary. Registration is required, limited to 12 participants.
This event is full

Fri, May 03, All day
Garrettsville Branch
Drop by the Garrettsville library for a May 4th, Star Wars inspired craft to take home and make.

Fri, May 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! This event is intended for children 5 and under.

Fri, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come join us at the Randolph Library for Cinco de Mayo crafts!

Mon, May 06, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Coloring pages, activity pages and crafts to take with you and do any time.

Mon, May 06, All day
Randolph Branch
Celebrate free comic book day at Randolph with a free comic giveaway! For children and teens.

Mon, May 06, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Drop in to make a perfect craft for your mom or maternal figure! Take and Make crafts will be available until May 10.

Mon, May 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Children are invited to the Garrettsville Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Mon, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join our gardening group to discuss seed starting, soil, garden planning, pollination, weeding, and many more topics throughout the spring and summer. Limited to 30 participants.

Mon, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Are you a Star Wars fan? Come join us in learning the special Star Wars alphabet of Aurebesh. Intended for children in grades 3-6. Limited to 15 participants.

Mon, May 06, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Start your cooking journey with Delany, as we learn how to cook a few classics and munch along the way! This event is intended for teens of all cooking abilities.

Tue, May 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Children are invited to the Garrettsville Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Canceled
Tue, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Family Storytime is a fun time with songs, books and crafts. Come join us!

Tue, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come to the library to play some chess, and other exciting games.

Tue, May 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Come learn how to play chess. Boards will be provided. New players are welcome, as are those who want to dust off their old skills. This event is limited to 20 participants.

Canceled
Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Drop in with your current knitting or crochet project for great opportunity to chat and meet new people! Limited to 15 participants.

Tue, May 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!

Wed, May 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Branch
Children and families are invited to the Randolph Library for games, music, and story reading!

Wed, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Copies are available at the circulation desk. This event is intended for adults.

Wed, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Join us each month for a spirited discussion of romance titles and the genre in general. For adults. Limited to 30 participants.

Thu, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Mom is a Superhero! School-age children can make a card for the superhero in their family.

Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Windham Branch
Using found objects and a Pringle can, we will build a fairy house.

Thu, May 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Garrettsville Branch
Learn about the importance of butterflies and pollinators. Create a seed bomb to take home and spread flowers chosen to enrich butterfly habitats. Limited to 15 participants.

Fri, May 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
The Friends of the Streetsboro Library welcome one and all to the Spring Booksale.

Fri, May 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Windham Branch
Monthly session to practice a variety of collage techniques and projects including SoulCollage®. Limited to 6 participants.

Sat, May 11, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
The Friends of the Streetsboro Library welcome one and all to the Spring Booksale.

Sat, May 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brimfield Branch
Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Intended for children 5 and under.

Sat, May 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Windham Branch
Join the Windham Library for a monthly arts and crafts studio highlighting a variety of skills. Create a sustainable, plastic-free food wrap from spare quilting fabric. Limited to 6 participants.

Sat, May 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Drop into the Garrettsville Library and make a Mother's Day Craft to give to Mom.

Sat, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Randolph Branch
Come make crafts for your Mom or favorite mother figure!

Mon, May 13, All day
Aurora Memorial Branch
Coloring pages, activity pages and crafts to take with you and do any time.

Mon, May 13, All day
Brimfield Branch
Would a rose in any other medium smell as sweet? Come find out and make flowers out of old book pages! Intended for those in grades 7-12. While supplies last.

Mon, May 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Children are invited to the Garrettsville Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Moms bring your teen daughters! Aunts bring your teen nieces! And Grandmas bring your teen granddaughters to crochet in celebration of Mothers' Day. Limited to 16 participants.

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Kentucky Derby dishes will have us racing to the table.

Tue, May 14, All day
Brimfield Branch
Would a rose in any other medium smell as sweet? Come find out and make flowers out of old book pages! Intended for those in grades 7-12. While supplies last.

Tue, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Garrettsville Branch
Children are invited to the Garrettsville Library for songs, stories, flannel boards and more! Limited to 20 participants.

Tue, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windham Branch
Family Storytime is a fun time with songs, books and crafts. Come join us!

Tue, May 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Garrettsville Branch
Drop in with your technology questions, and local Garrettsville High School students will be on hand to help. Limited to 20 participants per session.

Tue, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Branch
Copies of the book are available at the Circulation, bring your own opinions to the discussion. This event is intended for adults.

Tue, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Brimfield Branch
Come join us for a discussion of the novel "Dead Wake" by Erik Larson. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. This event is intended for adults.

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join us each month for a lively book discussion. Join us for a discussion about the book, "A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail" by Bill Bryson

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Aurora Memorial Branch
Join the Aurora Library the second Tuesday of each month with a current knit or crochet project in front of the fireplace.

Wed, May 15, All day
Brimfield Branch
Would a rose in any other medium smell as sweet? Come find out and make flowers out of old book pages! Intended for those in grades 7-12. While supplies last.

Wed, May 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Branch
Children and families are invited to the Randolph Library for games, music, and story reading!

Wed, May 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windham Branch
Come with hooks, leave with a book! Check out the Windham Library’s monthly drop-in group crafting sessions for adult crafters.

Wed, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Join the Afternoon Book Club for a discussion about the book "Things I Wish I Told My Mother" by Susan Patterson and Susan DiLallo.

Wed, May 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.

Thu, May 16, All day
Brimfield Branch
Would a rose in any other medium smell as sweet? Come find out and make flowers out of old book pages! Intended for those in grades 7-12. While supplies last.

Thu, May 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Pierce Streetsboro Branch
Snacks and games provided. Feel free to bring some of your own games and snacks to share with the group. Make note of ingredients in your snacks in case of allergies.

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