9458 Olde Eight Road
Northfield, OH 44067
(330) 467-8595
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Library Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday, 12 Noon to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sundays – Closed
Contact: Katie Hughes
Sue Huston
Melissa Recco
Shannon Wood
Monthly Challenges
For Grades K-5 – Monthly challenges will be located in children’s area. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a small prize.
For June, complete the Man in the Moon connect the dots.
Mind, Body, & Sole Summer Reading Club
A Universe of Stories! Sign up for our reading/wellness experience for the whole family to enjoy. Read, live active, and win prizes. Sign up at the Library today! Mind Body & Sole will run through July 27.
Socrates Café
Interested in candid, thought-provoking conversation? Join your fellow patrons at the Socrates Café, an informal adult discussion that takes place each month here at the library. The Cafe opens on Wednesday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. 16 & over, please.
Yoga for Kids
Children between the ages 3-7 can join Nirvana Yoga for some yoga fun. Thursday, June 13, 11 a.m. Registration is appreciated.
Teen Café
Join us for our special summer reading club programs for teens! For students going into grade 5 and up. Thursdays, June 13 through July 25 at 2 p.m.
June 13 – Cards & Snacks – Play cards while we enjoy snacks.
June 20 – Foxes in Folklore – We will discuss how foxes are viewed all over the world, and also cover basic facts on red foxes. Meet an ambassador fox too!
June 27 – 7th Annual Paper Airplane Races! Come race your designs against other worthy opponents and win prizes.
July 11 – Painted Rock Photo Stand – Make a photo holder from a rock, paint, wire and beads pretty enough to give away.
Coffee & Conversation Book Discussion
Join us for some great conversation with your fellow Nordonia Hills readers! Our next discussion is Thursday, June 13, 2 p.m. to discuss Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi.
Birding Habitats in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Different species of birds are found in different habitats, and the Cuyahoga Valley’s complex ecosystem is home to an outstanding array of birds. Dwight Chasar, long-time CVNP volunteer and bird walk guide, will explain the some of these habitats, the factors that impact them and the birds you can discover there. Thursday, June 13, 6:30 p.m.
Nordonia Hill Game Time
Join our regular gaming “meet-up” each month for patrons who enjoy board games, cards, chess, role-playing, war games, and collectible card games. The next meet-up will be on Saturday, June 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join fellow local players – Sharpen your intellect – Enjoy the social aspects of games. Refreshments served. No registration necessary.
Messy Monday
Messy Monday is one Monday a month. On Monday, June 17 at 6 p.m., we will do balloon pop painting.
School Age Fun!
Join us for our special summer reading club programs for students grades K – 5! Tuesdays, June 18 – July 23, at 2 p.m. Join us as we laugh, learn, and have some fun!
June 18 – Music and comedy of Sam Sapp.
June 25 – Comedy Improv of the Ankle Biters.
July 2 – Let’s play Bingo!
July 9 – Let’s have a dance party! Enjoy music by a D.J. from One T Entertainment.
July 16 – Lindsay Bonilla, the interactive storyteller from World of Difference will share some wonderful stories.
July 23 – Sogbety Diomande entertains with rhythm and drums.
From Writer to Author
It would be nice if book sales followed publication the way night follows day—without any effort on your part. However, whether you choose to self-publish or go with a publisher, the onus is on you to create interest in your book with the media, booksellers and readers. In short, if you don’t initiate the buzz about your book, no one else will, and your book will go nowhere fast. In “From Writer to Author,” award-winning author Nancy Christie shares her tips on how to start the buzz and keep it going from pre-publication stage to post-pub and beyond. The workshops draws on advice from authors and book marketing experts who contributed to her forthcoming book, Rut-Busting Book for Authors, due out Fall 2019. Tuesday, June 18, 6 p.m.
Lunch Bunch
Students K-5 are invited to join Miss Sue for lunch, a story and a craft. Bring your lunch and your listening ears. Dessert and beverages will be provided. Wednesdays, June 19 through July 17, 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Children’s Author Visit: Lucy Sams
Visit with children’s author Lucy Sams, the writer of the book Hey Baby-Deja’s New Adventure. She will tell you all about her new series, sign some autographs, and children will receive a keepsake. Wednesday, June 19, 3 p.m.
Writers’ Guild of Nordonia Hills
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. Light snacks provided. Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, June 19.
Teens Do Something
This is a great way for students in 5th through 12th grades to volunteer. We will meet from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on select days to do a different type of project. Please contact us for more details. Mondays, June 24, July 8 & 22.
Dungeons and Dragons
We are gathering Monday, June 24 at 6 p.m. Join our quest at your own peril! For more information, please ask Mistress Sue.
Adult Coloring Night
Bring your own coloring book or choose from provided coloring pages and spend the evening relaxing and coloring with new friends. Tuesday, June 25, 6 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussions
The Mystery Book Lovers discussion group is an informal group of adult mystery readers. Our next discussion will be on The Round House by Louise Erdrich on Wednesday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Family Night
Family of all ages join together for some great crafts. One Monday a month at 6 p.m. Monday, July 1 – We are going to paint with magnets.
Wellness Yoga: Yoga Off the Mat
Learn soothing stretches that you can incorporate into your daily life in this gentle yoga series with Diane Bielecki, who graduated from the Cleveland Clinic School of Yoga. No mat is needed – stretches are done standing or in a chair. Please dress in comfortable clothing and arrive 5-10 minutes early so that class may begin on time. This class is limited to twenty participants, and registration is required. Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 6:30 p.m.
Holiday Closing
The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4.
Crafters’ Corner
Join your fellow craft enthusiasts for daylong fun. Bring your own supplies. All crafts welcome. Lots of table space to spread out. Refreshments served. Come for an hour or the entire day. Saturday, July 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday Casual Reads
Join us the second Monday of each month for book discussions, fun, and sharing with fellow light reading lovers. We will discuss America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray on Monday, July 8 at 2 p.m.
Stitch Clique
Grab your crocheting/knitting needles and yarn and stitch the evening away. Join us the second Tuesday of each month for crocheting/knitting tips, friendship, advice and more. Refreshments will be served. Tuesday, July 9, 6-8 p.m.
Paws for Reading
Read a book to Edmund, a certified therapy dog. 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. Tuesday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Science Saturday: Experimental Play
Join us for great hands on STEAM fun see what new “toys” have been added! Saturday, July 13, 2:30 p.m.
Kayaking the Cuyahoga
Kayaking has become more popular in Northeast Ohio in the last several years, due in part to changes to the Cuyahoga River that have made it more kayak-friendly. Learn the best places to kayak in Summit and Cuyahoga Counties, what kind of equipment you’ll need and a bit about the history (and exciting future) of the Cuyahoga River. Presented by Ryan Ainger, kayak enthusiast and Park Ranger with the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Thursday, July 18, 6:30 p.m.
For more information call the Nordonia Hills Library at 330-467-8595 or visit the library at 9458 Olde Eight Rd. Email us at nordoniahills@akronlibrary.org
