Nordonia Hills Branch
Visit akronlibrary.org or call 330.467.8595 to register where required.
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.
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
Get Tech Help-With a Technology Trainer
Tuesdays, December 10, 10am-5pm
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.
Mediation for Relaxation
Tuesday, December 10, January 14, February 11, 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.
Socrates Café
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.
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.
December 12– Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
January 9–The Wager by David Grann
February 13 –Bel Canto by Ann Patchet
Writer’s Guild of Nordonia Hills Writing group for aspiring writers
December 18, January 15, February 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.
Nordonia Hills Game Time – Board Games for Everyone
Saturdays, December 21, January 18, 10 am
Play games including chess, board and Euro games, role-playing games, mah-jongg, and regular and trading card games. All ages welcome.
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.
Titles are as follows:
December-No book discussion
January 29- Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
February 26 The Teacher by Freida McFadden
Children’s Program
Baby Time
Thursdays, December 12, December 19 10:15, January 16, January 23, February 13, February 20, 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, December 12, December 19, January 16, January 23, February 13, February 20 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
Wednesdays, December 4, February 5, 6:30 pm
Tuesdays, December 10, January 14, February 11, 6:30 pm
Mondays, December 23 January 27, February 24, 6 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
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.
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.
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.
February 17- -Fizzy Art-Create a STEM art project using common ingredients and watch your art fizz.
Teen Programs
Red Cross Babysitting Certification Course – With Infant First Aid/CPR
Attendance at both classes is mandatory.
Friday, January 03, 10:00am – 4:15pm
Saturday, January 4, 2025 – 10 am – 4:15 pm
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.
Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.467.8595.
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.
