Adult Programs
Visit akronlibrary.org or call 330.467.8595 to register where required.
Opera 101
Thursday, February 17, 6pm
What defines opera? Designed for the opera novice, this talk is an overview of this art form with listening samples spanning opera’s 400-year history. Attendees will be introduced to some of opera’s most beloved stories, melodies and performers, leaving confident in attending their first operatic experience. Presented by the Cleveland Opera Theater. Please register.
Nordonia Hills Game Time
Board games for everyone
Saturdays, February 19, March 19, April 16, 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, February 23, March 23, April 27, 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:
February 23 The End of Her, by Shari Lapena
March 23 Billy Summers: a Novel by Stephen King
April 27 Harlem Shuffle: A novel by Colson Whitehead
Socrates Café
Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration
Wednesdays, March 9, April 13, 6:30 pm
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.
Coffee and Conversation
Thursday Book Discussion
March 10, April 14, May 12, 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, February 10 Red Island House by Andrea Lee
Thursday, March 10 Deacon King Kong by James McBride
Thursday, April 14 Fuzz: When Nature breaks the Law by Mary Roach
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, March 14 – The Last Garden In England by Julia Kelly
Monday, April 11 – State of Wonder by Ann Patchett
Writer’s Guild of Nordonia Hills Writing group for aspiring writers
Wednesdays, March 16, April 20, 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.
Friends of Nordonia Hills Branch Library Book Sale
Friday, March 25, 12:30-3:00 pm Friends Pre-sale
Enjoy this special book sale preview with a $5 Friends of Nordonia Hills Branch Library membership.
Friday, March 25, 3:00 – 6:00 pm Book Sale
Enjoy a wide selection of items at this book sale to benefit the Nordonia Hills Branch Library and surrounding community.
Saturday, March 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Book Sale
Enjoy a wide selection of items at this book sale to benefit the Nordonia Hills Branch Library and surrounding community. Bag sale 2-4. $5 per bag!
Children’s Programs
Baby Time
Thursdays, February 17, March 17, April 14, April 21, 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, February 17, March 17, April 14, April 21, 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, by phone, or in person
Messy Monday
February 21, April 18, May 16, 6:1 5pm
Join us for some messy fun at 6:15pm. Remember to wear some old clothes, you may get messy. Register online, by phone, or in person
February 21 – Use a canvas, tape, and watercolors to make a tape resist watercolor painting. Register online, by phone, or in person.
April 18 –Pulled String Art-Make a pulled string art painting with paint, paper, liquid watercolors, and string. The process is captivating and the results are beautiful.
May 16-Paint a wooden drawer for your little things or keepsakes.
Paws for Reading
Tuesdays, March 8, April 12, 6:30 pm
Mondays, February 28, March 28, April 25, 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. Register online, by phone, or in person
School Age Programs
After School Program
Wednesdays, March 2, April 13, May 11, 4 pm
Join us after school at 4 pm for some fun activities. Register online, by phone, or in person
March 2- Make a colorful windsock out various materials to hang up for spring.
April 13-Make you very own travel tic-tac-toe game out of a burlap bag and other various supplies.
Is It Magic Or Is It Science?
Second Monday of each month 6:00 pm
March 8, April 12 &May 10
Join us for great hands on STEM fun.
Take It Make It Dixie Cup Windmill
March -1-31
Make a windmill using paint, a cup, foam, and a metal brad.
Take It Make It Seed Bomb
April 1-22
Make your very own Earth Day seed bomb to plant later on Earth Day.
Teen Programs
Tween Take It Make It
February 1-26, Rainbow Heart Wreath
Make a beautiful paper wreath to hang on your door.
Teens Turn Out
The 4th Thursday of each month, we’ll try something new. Maybe a craft, a recipe, or a new skill.
Thursday, February 24, 3:30 pm
We are going to make denim feather pendants. Please register.
Dungeons and Dragons
Second Monday of each month, March14, April 11 & May 9 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.
