Nordonia Hills Branch Library Events as of December 23th

Adult Programs 

Visit akronlibrary.org or call 330.467.8595 to register where required.

Casual Reads Light fiction book club

The second Monday of each month 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.

Monday, January 10 – The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern

Socrates Café 

Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration

Wednesdays, January 12, February 9, 6:30 

A regular gathering of adults engaging in great conversation, exploring current events, thoughtful ideas, and reasoned debates. Come and take part, or just listen to the discussion! For all patrons 16 & over. No registration necessary – No homework – No assigned reading.

Writers Guild of Nordonia Hills Writing group for aspiring writers

Wednesday, January 19, 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.

Coffee and Conversation  

Thursday Book Discussion  

January 13, 2 pm  

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.

Thursday, January 13 There There by Tommy Orange  

Nordonia Hills Game Time 

Board games for everyone

Saturday, January 15, 10 am–5 pm 

Meet and join in with players of various games including chess, board and Euro games, role-playing games, mah-jongg, war games, and regular and trading card games. All ages welcome. Please register.

Mystery Book Discussion 

Mystery lovers book club

Wednesdays, January 26, 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.

Titles are as follows:

January 26 The Second Sleep, by Robert Harris

Friends of Nordonia Hills Branch Library Annual Meeting 

Tuesday, January 18, 6:00 pm 

Have you ever wondered how the Friends of the Library group supports library programming, initiatives and much more? Find out at their annual meeting on January 18. Learn about possible fulfilling volunteer opportunities, and stay for an Evening of Jazz with The Dan Wilson Trio, a live performance sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

An Evening of Jazz with The Dan Wilson Trio 

Tuesday, January 18, 6:30 pm 

Enjoy an evening of Jazz in the library stacks with Grammy nominated recording artist, Akron native, and guitar master Dan Wilson. Wilson is one of the biggest names on the jazz guitar scene today. He has shared the stage with the likes of David Sanborn, Russell Malone, Christian McBride, Joey DeFrancesco, Les McCann, Eric Marienthal and Dave Stryker, to name a few. Seats are limited. Please register. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of Nordonia Hills Branch Library.

Basic Computer Class and Gmail Series 

Free hands-on computer classes. Learn how to use the mouse, keyboard, Windows 10, folders, the Internet and more. Attend one class or the entire series. Registration is required and opens 1/3/22. Register by phone, online or in person.

The Basic Computer Series is designed for anyone who is new to computers or has never had formal training. In this series, you will learn how to use the mouse, keyboard and Windows 10 Operating System, save and organize files and folders, and also get an introduction to the Internet.

Series dates and times:  

Intro to Computers (Learn basic mouse and keyboard skills, and Windows 10)

Monday, January 24, 2 pm

Organizing File Folders (Create/Organize Folders, Cut/Move/Copy Folders, etc.)

Tuesday January 25, 2 pm

Basic Internet (Basic Internet Searching)

Wednesday January 26, 2 pm

Gmail 1 (Sign-up Gmail; compose, read and send messages)

Thursday January 27, 11 am

Gmail 2 (Learn cc vs bcc, group send, create contacts, Labels and more)

Friday January 28, 2 pm 

Please cancel if you cannot attend the class after registration. You can do so online via the email confirmation received at the time of registration or by callingNordonia Hills Branch library at 330-467-8595.

Welcoming New Americans in Summit County: An Introduction to Our Cultural Diversity 

Wednesday, February 2, 6:30 pm 

Did you know that Ohio is one of the top resettlement states in the United States? In Summit County Alone, we have many groups from all over the world, from Southeast Asia to the Middle East to Africa. Learn about the groups resettling in our area: where they come from, why they are here, and the cultural diversity that makes our area unique. Please register.

Children’s Programs 

Baby Time  

Thursdays, January 13, January 20, February 10, February 17, 10:15 a.m.  

Baby Time features books, bounces, songs, and bubbles followed by a playtime. Baby Time is for ages 2 and under.

Story Time  

Thursdays, January 13, January 20, February 10, February 17, 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.

Paws for Reading 

Tuesdays, January 11, February 8, 6:30 pm 

Mondays, January 24, February 28, 6:30 pm 

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

School Age Programs 

Is It Magic Or Is It Science? 

Second Monday of each month 6:00 pm 

January 11, and February 14 

Family, School Age K-2 and 3-5, Tween

Join us for great hands on STEM fun.

After School Program 

Wednesday, January 12, 4 pm 

School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)

Join us after school at 4 pm for some fun activities.

January 12 –We will bring out the board games and enjoy some hot cocoa.

Messy Monday 

January 24, 6:15 pm 

Join us for some messy fun. One Monday a month at 6 pm. Remember to wear some old clothes, you may get messy.

January 24– Experiment with making crumpled paper art with watercolors. Register online, by phone, or in person.

Build it! 

Friday, January 7, 2021, 4pm 

Whether you build by yourself or with a friend, use your imagination to build something with blocks or Legos.  

Take It Make It Clothes Pin Airplanes  

January 1-31  

Use clothes pins and popsicle sticks to make an airplane. How high can your airplane soar?

Teen Programs 

Tween Take It Make It 

January 1-31 Worry Doll. 

Make a friend to tell all your problems.

Dungeons and Dragons 

Second Monday of each month, January 10 and February 14 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm 

Join our quest at your own peril! Bring your own dice and drinking vessel or pay Miss Sue 10 pieces of gold. We are a green group. Snacks and drinks provided. For more information, please ask Miss Sue.

Teens Turn Out 

The 4th Thursday of each month, we’ll try something new. Maybe a craft, a recipe, or a new skill.

Thursday, January 27, 3:30 pm 

In January, we’ll learn how to make macramé coasters. Please register.