Akron-Summit County Public Library
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Saturday December 13 10:10am - 3:30pm EST
Family Portrait Day
Looking for a festive family photo for cards, gifts, and more? Have your picture taken at the Library! This event is now full.
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Saturday December 13 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Paws for Reading
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to our doggie pals. Bring a book from home or read one of ours! Not reading yet? Our dogs' human pals will read to you. Children of all ages are welcome.
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Saturday December 13 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Eat Play Grow: Potty Training
Potty training is a big milestone but can be a stressful time for parents and children. Get tips and bring your family to share a meal in this low-stress environment.
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Monday December 15 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Zoom: Holiday Silhouette Crafting
Join us virtually via Zoom for a tutorial to create a variety of customized cup gifts on the Silhouette! Registration begins November 24.
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Monday December 15 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Laser Engraver Demo
Learn the basics of the laser, materials that can be used, file types that work best for engraving, and safety tips. Registration begins November 24.
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Monday December 15 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Teen Gaming Club: Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Join us after school for Teen Gaming Club, where we play everything from board games to modern video games. To finish the year off, we will be doing a Super Smash Bros. Tournament! For grades 7-12.
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Tuesday December 16 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Zoom: Holiday Silhouette Crafting
Join us virtually via Zoom for a tutorial to create a variety of holiday ornaments on the Silhouette! Registration begins November 25.
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Tuesday December 16 1:00pm - 4:00pm EST
OhioMeansJobs (OMJ) - One-on-One Assistance
Get help from a career coach with your resume, job search, and interview preparation. A valid Ohio ID, and either birth certificate or social security card are required to register for OMJ services.
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Wednesday December 17 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Zoom: Holiday Silhouette Crafting
Join us virtually via Zoom for a tutorial to create a variety of holiday gift labels on the Silhouette! Registration begins November 26.
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Wednesday December 17 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Baby Storytime
Build early literacy skills through songs, stories, rhymes, and movement. Intended for ages 0-2, but all ages are celebrated.
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Wednesday December 17 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
3D Printer Demo
Learn the basics of the 3D printing process, how it works, how it is used, and the process in action. Registration begins November 26.
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Wednesday December 17 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Baby Storytime
Build early literacy skills through songs, stories, rhymes, and movement. Intended for ages 0-2, but all ages are celebrated.
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Wednesday December 17 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Cocoa and 'Mallows
Kick off winter break with hot cocoa, cookies, and squishmallows. Pajamas encouraged, fun guaranteed.
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Wednesday December 17 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
Beginner Line Dancing for Adults
Join the JustUs Line Dance Crew, led by instructors Terrence and Carmen Payne, as they instruct a beginners line dancing class.
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Wednesday December 17 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Historical Fiction Book Discussion
Celebrate the holidays with a heartwarming tale of love and second chances. Join us for a discussion of "Christmas with the Queen" by Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb. Registration begins November 26.
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Thursday December 18 10:30am - 12:00pm EST
Job Readiness - Create a Resume Employers Will Notice
Join OhioMeansJobs and develop your resume using proven strategies to get noticed by employers and get the job you want.
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Thursday December 18 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and movement designed to get preschoolers ready for kindergarten. Intended for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome and celebrated.
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Thursday December 18 12:30pm - 3:00pm EST
OhioMeansJobs (OMJ) - One-on-One Assistance
Get help from a career coach with your resume, job search, and interview preparation. A valid Ohio ID, and either birth certificate or social security card are required to register for OMJ services.
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Thursday December 18 3:30pm - 5:00pm EST
Teen Magic: The Gathering
Join us to play Magic: The Gathering, whether you are a seasoned player or a beginner. Feel free to bring your own deck or use one of ours to duel other players. For grades 7-12.
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Thursday December 18 6:15pm - 8:00pm EST
Movies@Main
Movies on the big screen every Thursday at 6:15 pm. Relax and enjoy classics or recent blockbusters in Main Librarys auditorium. Free parking on weekdays after 6 pm with a voucher from the Library.
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Monday December 22 3:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Teen Winter Party
Come and enjoy some hot chocolate, popcorn, and cookie decorating while supplies last, with a fun holiday movie to celebrate winter break. For grades 7-12.
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Tuesday December 23 1:00pm - 4:00pm EST
OhioMeansJobs (OMJ) - One-on-One Assistance
Get help from a career coach with your resume, job search, and interview preparation. A valid Ohio ID, and either birth certificate or social security card are required to register for OMJ services.