Nordonia Hills Branch Library Events as of November 13th

These sessions are designed to assist with software support or Internet training. First-come, first-served. No registration required. Stop by to get a technical help from a Technology Trainer at the Nordonia Hills Branch on second Tuesdays of the month from 10 am to 5 pm.  No registration is required.  Assistance will be on a first-come, first-served basis. 

A monthly meeting to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles in a casual group setting. Copies of each title will be available at the Nordonia Hills Branch Library one month prior to the discussion. 

November 14- Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

December 12– Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

January 9–The Wager by David Grann

Play games including chess, board and Euro games, role-playing games, mah-jongg, and regular and trading card games. All ages welcome.

Writer’s Guild of Nordonia Hills Writing group for aspiring writers

November 20, December 18, January 15, 6:30 pm  

Writers wanted! New writers and old hands welcome, fiction, nonfiction, and everything in between. Have your work critiqued and give feedback to others in a fun and friendly environment. Please bring a sample

of your work to share.

Mystery lovers book club

Join us to discuss a good mystery. Copies of each title will be available at the Nordonia Hills Branch Library one month prior to the discussion. Please register.

Titles are as follows:

November 20- Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue by Victoria Thompson

December-No book discussion

January 29- Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon

Light fiction book club

The second Monday of each month at 2 pm, we will get together to discuss light fiction books. Copies of each title will be available at the Nordonia Hills Branch Library one month prior to the discussion.

December 9-The Christmas Spirit by Debbie Macomber

January 13– Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by K. Miller

February 10 – Saint Mazie by Jami Attenberg

Tuesday, December 10, January 14, 6:30 pm

Coping with the stresses of life can be difficult, but mindfulness meditation can help. At these sessions, instructor Vikki Velimesis will lead participants in gentle mediation for relaxation.  Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.467.8595.

Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration

Wednesdays, December 11, January 8, February 12, 6:30 pm

A regular gathering of adults engaging in great conversation, exploring current events, thoughtful ideas, and reasoned debates. Take part, or just listen to the discussion! No registration necessary – No homework – No assigned reading. For adults.

Thursdays, November 14, November 24, December 12, December 19, 10:15 a.m.

Baby Time features books, bounces, songs, and bubbles followed by a playtime. Baby Time is for ages 2 and under. Register online, by phone, or in person.

Thursdays, November 14, November 24, December 12, December 19 ,11:30 a.m.

Story time features stories, rhymes, music, sometimes flannels, and bubbles followed by a playtime.

Story Time is for children ages 3-5. Register online, in person or by phone at 330-467-8595.

  

Mondays, November 25, December 23 January 27, February 24, 6 6:30 pm

Tuesdays, November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11, 6:30 pm

Read a book to a certified therapy dog. Bring a book or read one of ours! This is a terrific way for children to practice their literacy skills and gain more confidence in reading aloud. Children of all ages are welcome.

Join us for some messy fun at 6:15pm. Remember to wear some old clothes, you may get messy. Register online, in person or by phone at 330-467-8595.

November 18—Turkey Clay Pot-Turn a clay pot into a turkey

December 16 -Holiday Clay Pot Bell-Make a festive holiday bell to hang.

 January 6 – Scrape Art-Use recycled cardboard or old gift cards to make scrape art.

Register online, in person or by phone at 330-467-8595

December 5–Snowman snacks-We will put together some snowman snacks.

January 9 – STEM Skiing Challenge-Make a skier out of tin foil and craft sticks and then make a ramp for it out of cardboard.  

February 27–  Scribblebots-Create your own scribblebot with a motor, battery and some art supplies.

These sessions will provide youth age 11-15 with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly babysit for children and infants. Attendance at both classes is required.

Grades 6-12 are invited to register for our book box service: Lit Loot! Each box will contain two books and an assortment of goodies. Register in person, or by phone at 330-467-8595.

November-Food Brought Us Together