Nordonia Hills Branch Library Events as of November 16th

Nordonia Hills Branch

Adult Programs

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

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

Wednesdays, November 16, December 21, January 18, February 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. 

Nordonia Hills Game Time

Board games for everyone

November 19, December 17, January 21, February 18, 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, 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:

Wednesday, November 30, 6:30 pm- Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson

Wednesday, December 28, 6:30 pm No meeting this month

Wednesday, January 25, 6:30 pm The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict

Wednesday, February 22, 6:30 pm Reckoning by Catherine Coulter

Creativity Club

Wednesday, December 7

6:30 p.m.

Do you love exploring arts, crafts, and DIY projects? Join us for our Creativity Club series. With a different project each session, you’re sure to create something amazing! For teens and adults. Registration required.

December 7: Introduction to book folding

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday Book Discussion

December 8, January 9, 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, December 08, 2pm To Be Announced

Thursday, January 12, 2 pm To Be Announced

Thursday, February 9, 2pm All That She Carried by Tiya Miles

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, December 12, 2:00 pm Family Reunion by Nancy Thayer

Monday, January 9, 2:00 pm Any book by Elin Hilderbrand

Monday, February 13, 2:00 pm Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis

Socrates Café

Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration

Wednesdays, December 14, January 11, February 8, 6:30 pm

Children’s Programs

Baby Time

Thursdays, November 17, December 8, December 15, January 12, January 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.

Story Time

Thursdays, November 17, December 8, December 15, January 12, January 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, by phone, or in person

Messy Monday

November 21, December 19, January 23, 6:15pm

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.

November 21-–Pinecone Hedgehog – Use miscellaneous materials to make a hedgehog out of a pinecone and then make the quills colorful.

December 19– Reindeer Pot –Make a reindeer pot for decorations or as a gift for a loved one.

January 23–Winter Tree Art-This is a nature art project using sticks, Q-tips (or fingertip), and white paint.

February 20 – Open ended art with oil pastels on canvas.

Paws for Reading

Monday, November 28, January 23, February 27, 6:30 pm

Tuesday, December 13, January 10, February 14, 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

Thrilling Thursdays

Thursday, 4 pm

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

November 17- Q-Tip Cross Bow-Build a launcher out of crafts sticks and then we will see whose Q-tips launch the farthest.

December 22-Make a cute snowman ball ornament with just a few craft supplies.

January 5- Sock Snowman-Use a sock, rice, and fiber fill to make a snowman. Then decorate it with ribbon, buttons, and markers.

February 23– Mario Kart Deluxe 8 on Nintendo Switch and board games. Snacks will be provided.

Take It Make It Squirrel 

November 1-30

Use paint, Dixie cup, and construction paper to make a squirrel.

Take It Make It Wreath

December 1-31

Make a wreathe with beads

Take It Make it Hibernating Bear

January 1-31

Stop into the library for a hibernating bear craft.

STEM- Build it!

Friday, January 6,   4 pm

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

This program will be hosted via Zoom. Please register at akronlibrary.org to receive a participation link.

Take it Make It Hockey Game

February 1-28

Got the winter boredom blues? Make your own hockey game with craft sticks, colored paper, and buttons.

Teen Programs 

Dungeons and Dragons

Second Monday of each month, December 12, January 9, and February 13 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Join our quest at your own peril! Bring your dice and your tankard. Snacks provided. For more information, please ask Mistress Sue.

Teen Café

The 2^nd Wednesday of the month at 3:30 pm we’ll try something new. Maybe a craft, a recipe, or a new skill. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.467.8595.

November 16- This month we are meeting on the 3rd Wednesday due to the election Turkey Treats out

Teen Café is changing days and times in December. We’ll meet on the third Thursday of each month @6:60. We’ll try something new. Maybe a craft, a recipe, or a new skill.

Dec 15 2022 6:30pm – 7:30pm – We’re going to hand dip gourmet pretzels.

Jan 19 2023 6:30pm – 7:30pm – We’re going to create Ice Candles

Feb 16 2023 6:30pm – 7:30pm – We’re going to fry marbles. Not to eat! To use in jewelry or key chains. 

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 online, in person, or by phone at330-467-8595.

November 1 – Family

December 1 – Giving