Nordonia Hills Branch
Adult Programs
Visit akronlibrary.org or call 330.467.8595 to register where required.
Coffee and Conversation Â
Thursday Book DiscussionÂ
 September 8, October 13, 2 pmÂ
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, September 8, 2pm- The Life She Was Given by Ellen Marie Wiseman
Thursday, October 13, 2pm–This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub Â
Casual ReadsÂ
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.
September 12- The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
October 10- The Recipe Box by Viola Shipman Â
Socrates CaféÂ
Adult Discussion and Philosophical Exploration
Wednesdays, September 14, October 12, 6:30 pm  Â
Nordonia Hills Game TimeÂ
Board games for everyone Â
September 17, October 15, 10 am–5 pmÂ
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 DiscussionÂ
Mystery lovers book club
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.Â
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:
September 21: The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman
October 26: The Thin Man by Dashiell Hammett
Writer’s Guild of Nordonia Hills Writing group for aspiring writers
Wednesdays, September 21, October 19, 6:30 pm Â
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.
Creativity Club
Tuesdays, October 4, November 1Â
2 p.m.Â
Wednesdays, October 5, November 2, December 7Â
6:30 p.m.Â
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.
September 6: Mason jar centerpieces
October 4: Alcohol ink coasters
October 5: Clay incense holders
November 1: Mystery project
November 2: Jeweled picture frames
December 7: Introduction to book folding
Children’s ProgramsÂ
Baby TimeÂ
Thursdays, September 15, September 22, October 13, October 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.Â
Story TimeÂ
Thursdays, September 15, September 22, October 13, October 20, 11:30 a.m.Â
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 Â
Paws for ReadingÂ
Mondays, September 26, October 11 6:30 pmÂ
Tuesdays, September 13, October 24, 6:30 pmÂ
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 Â
Messy MondayÂ
September 18, October 6, 6:15pmÂ
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.
September 18 –Oil and Watercolors
October 16 -Pumpkin Painting-Use your artistic skills to paint a pumpkin.Â
School Age ProgramsÂ
Thrilling Thursdays Â
Thursday, 4 pm Â
Join us after school at 4 pm for some fun activities.
September 8 – Bird Feeder-Make a beautiful bird feeder using paper bowl, birdseed, and cereal.
October 6 – STEM Sculptures- Use your creativity to make a creative sculpture using foam, paper, pipe cleaners, beads, etc.
Build it!Â
Friday, September 16, 4 pmÂ
Whether you build by yourself or with a friend, use your imagination to build something with blocks or Legos.
Take It Make It Craft Stick TentsÂ
September 1-30Â
September is the perfect time to think about camping. Temperatures will not be too hot or too cold. Make a tent out of craft sticks and construction paper.
Teen ProgramsÂ
Dungeons and DragonsÂ
Second Monday of each month, September 19 October 12 and November 14 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pmÂ
Join our quest at your own peril! Bring your dice and your tankard. Snacks provided. For more information, please ask Mistress Sue.
Teen Café Â
The 2nd 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.
September 23- We are having a Swap Meet! Bring in things you don’t want anymore and trade them for someone else’s stuff.
October 16 -Learn how to make ghostly images to decorate cards, journals & more.Â
November 18 –This month we are meeting on the 3rd Wednesday due to the election Turkey Treats out of candy!
Teen Lit LootÂ
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.
September 1 – School StoriesÂ
October 1 – Spooky TalesÂ
November 1 – FamilyÂ
December 1 – GivingÂ
