Adult Programs
Visit akronlibrary.org or call 330.467.8595 to register where required.
Holiday Open House
Saturday, Dec 2, 1:30 pm
Join us at the library to kick off the holiday season! Drink hot cocoa, help decorate the branch by creating festive ornaments, and check out the FOL’s pop-up puzzles and games sale. All ages welcome!
Wellness Yoga by the Books
Saturdays, December 9, January 13, February 10, 10:30 am
Improve your mobility and balance by practicing wellness yoga! Learn the health benefits and movements as you are safely anchored to a chair. Registration required.
Casual Reads Book Discussion
Mondays, December 11, January 8, February 12, 2 pm
Join us to discuss light fiction titles in a casual, fun group setting. Copies of each title will be available at the Nordonia Hills Branch Library one month prior to the discussion.
December 11 A Family Affair by Robyn Carr
January 8 – Identity by Nora Roberts
February 12 – Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes
Mastering Wills: Your Path to Financial Security
Tuesday, December 12, 6:30 pm
Representatives from Eques Law will present this seminar demystifying the world of Last Will and Testaments. Discover how wills safeguard your assets and ensure a smooth transition for your loved ones, all while enabling you to leave a legacy through charitable giving.
Socrates Café
Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration
Wednesdays, December 13, January 24, February 14, 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.
Coffee and Conversation Book Discussion
Thursdays, December 14, January 11, February 8, 2 pm
Join us 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 14 – We are the Brennans by Tracey Lange
January 11 – Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
February 8 – The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki
Nordonia Hills Game Time – Board Games for Everyone
Saturdays, December 16, January 20, February 17, 10 am
Play games including chess, board and Euro games, role-playing games, mah-jongg, and regular and trading card games. All ages welcome.
Writers Guild of Nordonia Hills
Writing group for aspiring writers
Wednesdays, December 20, January 17, February 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. For adults.
Mystery Lovers Book Discussion
Wednesdays, January 31, February 28, 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.
January 31 Dead Mountain by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child
February 28 The Third Victim by Phillip Margolin
Trusts Unveiled: Building a Lasting Financial Foundation
Tuesday, January 16, 6:30 pm
Representatives from Eques Law will present this seminar, delving deep into the realm of Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts. Understand their unique benefits, from asset protection to tax advantages.
Beyond Wills and Trusts: Advanced Estate Planning Strategies
Tuesday, February 13, 6:30 pm
Representatives from Eques Law will present this seminar on seminar covering the broad spectrum of estate planning tools. Learn the power of Durable (Financial) Power of Attorney for seamless financial management and Health Care Power of Attorney for peace of mind in medical decisions. Discover Living Wills and explore alternative tools like Transfer on Death Designations and Survivorship Deeds.
Children’s Programs
Baby Time
Thursdays, December 7, December 14, January 4, January 11, February 1, February 15, 10:15 am
Baby Time features books, bounces, songs, and bubbles followed by a playtime. Baby Time is for ages 2 and under.
Story Time
Thursdays, December 7, December 14, January 4, January 11, February 1, February 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.
Paws for Reading
Tuesdays, December 12, January 9, February 13, 6:30 p.m.
Mondays, December 18, January 22, February 26, 6:30 p.m.
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
Thrilling Thursdays
Thursdays December 21, January 18, February 22
School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)
Join us after school at 4 pm for some fun activities. Register online, by phone, or in person
December 21- Make your own snow globe.
January 18– Hex Bugs-Design a maze with different pathways and obstacles out of various materials and then use the hex bugs to see how they respond.
February 22– Build a hovercraft with miscellaneous materials and then we will race them.
School Readiness Tool Kit –Wind Damage-Build a tower that is as tall and durable as possible, and then test the structure in the wind by placing a fan in front of it. Will the tower withstand the windstorm? This activity introduces children to the process of trial-and-error, as well as problem solving.
Messy Monday
December 18, January 29, February 19, 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. Register online, by phone, or in person
December 18-Snow Paint Pictures-Make a creamy, puffy paint that is cold to the touch and top your picture off with some glitter.
January 29- Sparkly Winter Paintings-Enjoy a process art activity but creating a beautiful winter painting with paint, glue, and Epsom salt.
February 19- Yarn Art-Glue different colors of yarn onto a canvas to make and design your own artwork
Take It Make It
Felt Snowman or Penguin
Teen Programs
Dungeons and Dragons
The 2nd & 4th Monday of each month, December 11, January 8 & 22, February 12 & 26 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.
Teen Café
On the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm, we’ll try something new. Maybe a craft, a recipe, or a new skill.
Thursday, December 21st Come and celebrate everything Chocolate! We’ll create, play games and eat chocolate!
Thursday, January 18th Make your own felted coffee sleeve.
Thursday, February 15h Miss Sue will provide all different kinds of material and you will design your own cell phone stand.
