Nordonia Hills Branch
Visit akronlibrary.org or call 330.467.8595 to register where required.
Adult Programs
Friends of Nordonia Hills Branch Library Book Sale
Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29
Stop by the Nordonia Hills Branch for our semi-annual Friends of the Library book sale. You will find great books and other materials for great prices while supporting your library.
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Friday, March 28, 12:30-3 pm – Friends of the Library Members only. If you’re not a Friend yet, you can join for only $5!
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Friday, March 28, 3-6 pm – Everyone is welcome.
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Saturday, March 29, 10 am-1:45 pm – Everyone is welcome.
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Saturday, March 29, 2-4 pm – Bag Sale! Fill a bag with books for only $5 per bag. Everyone is welcome.
Book-A-Trainer
Tuesdays, April 8, 1 pm – 5 pm
These sessions are designed to assist with software support or Internet training. First come, first served. No registration required.
Stop by to get technical help from a Technology Trainer at the Nordonia Hills Branch on March 11th from 1 pm to 5 pm. No registration is required. Assistance will be on a first-come first-served basis.
These sessions are designed to assist with device and software support or internet training. They are not designed to troubleshoot computer problems or repair hardware.
These sessions are designed to assist with device and software support or internet training. They are not designed to troubleshoot computer problems or repair hardware.
You may also send an email to us at esdiv@akronlibrary.org or call us at 330.643.9145 to specify your needs ahead of the day.
Available Topics:
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Androids, iOS/iPad Basics
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Downloading eBooks on devices (Tablets and Kindles)
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Email (Google, Yahoo, Outlook, etc.)
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Printing and Uploading Documents
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Cloud Basics (iCloud and OneDrive)
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Internet Basics
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Using Google and Windows Basics
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Microsoft Office Basics (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.)
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Organizing Computer Files and Folders
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Social Media Basics (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.)
Socrates Café
Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration
Wednesdays, April 9, May 14, June 11,2 pm 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.
Coffee and Conversation
Thursday Book Discussion
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.
April 10 – “Entitlement” by Rumaan Alam
May 8 – “The God of the Woods” by Liz Moore
Casual Reads
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.
April 14 –”The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise” by Colleen Oakley
May 12– “The Indigo Girl” by Natasha Boyd
June 9 – Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford
Nordonia Hills Game Time – Board Games for Everyone
Saturdays, April 19, May 17, June 21, 10 am
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
April 16, May 21 ,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 Book Discussion
Mystery lovers book club
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.
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.
April 30 – “How to Solve Your Own Murder” by Kristin Perrin
May 28 – “Dark of the Moon” by John Sandford
June 25 – We Solve Murders by Richard Osman
Children’s Program
Baby Time
Thursdays, April 3, April 10, May 15 ,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.
Story Time
Thursdays, April 3, April 10, May 15, 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.
Paws for Reading
Mondays, April 28, June 23 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, April 2, May 7, June 4, 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.
School Age Programs
Thrilling Thursdays
Thursday, 4 pm
Register online, in person or by phone at 330-467-8595
April 24- Tissue Paper Suncatcher-Create a suncatcher to hang up in your window and observe the sun shine through.
May-No Thrilling Thursday
June 26-craft stick puzzles- Make your own puzzle using popsicle sticks, masking tape,and markers.
Messy Monday
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.
April 21– Cress Head -April 22 is Earth Day. For April, get your hands a little dirty and make a cress head with seeds, cup, and sticker faces. Decorate a journal to take home and keep track of its progress.
May 19- Yarn Wrap Art- Create abstract artwork using yarn wrapping and bead threading to enhance fine motor skills.
June 30-Slinkly Painting- Create art by using Slinkys.
Teen Programs
Edible Book Art
April 7 from 6-7:30 pm
Teens and tweens are invited to come celebrate the end of Library Appreciation Week by making some edible books out of rice treats and icing! Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.467.8595.
April 7 from 6-7:30 pm
Teens and tweens are invited to come celebrate the end of Library Appreciation Week by making some edible books out of rice treats and icing! Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.467.8595.
Teen Trivia
The 3rd Thursday of each month: April 17, May 15 from 3:30-4:30 pm
Join a team or play on your own to answer questions about an assortment of topics ranging from anime to musicals to books and win small prizes!
End of School Dance Party
May 30 from 2-3 pm
Grades 4th-12th are welcome to come celebrate the end of the school year with a dance party featuring snacks, drinks, and glowsticks!
May 30 from 2-3 pm
Grades 4th-12th are welcome to come celebrate the end of the school year with a dance party featuring snacks, drinks, and glowsticks!
Teen Lit Loot
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.
