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Kent Free Library Events

Join us for upcoming events at Kent Free Library. All events are free and open to the public. Registration is required where noted.
 Limit by audience:
Just a Taste Book Cl
Thursday, May 2, 6:30 pm
Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm to explore different genres every month.

Library book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Board Game Club
Sunday, May 5, 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Enjoy playing board games the first Sunday of each month from 1:30 - 4:30 in the library's 2nd floor meeting room.  Bring a friend or make some new ones!  

No registration required.
Concert Series: Rubb
Sunday, May 5, 2:00 pm
The Rubber City Ukes are Akron-based ukulele players of all ages and skill levels who gain performance skills in a group setting. Enjoy this family-friendly event on the library's second floor balcony as the Rubber City Ukes perform a variety of songs in a fun, sing-along format.

No registration required.  All ages welcome.

The Concert Series is generously supported by Friends of Kent Free Library.
No Shelf Control Boo
Monday, May 6, 11:00 am
Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 11:00 am for readers who love Monday mornings, can’t get enough books, and have eclectic reading habits.

ibrary book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Home-Ec 101: Macrame
Wednesday, May 8, 7:00 pm
Learn the basics of macrame and make a beginner-friendly produce bag to hang in your home. Registration is required and begins Wednesday, May 1 at 9:00 am. For adults 18+.
Thursday Morning Boo
Thursday, May 9, 11:00 am
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 11:00 am to discuss popular fiction books.

Library book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Mocktails and Master
Thursday, May 9, 6:30 pm
Learn how to paint an evening forest alight with fireflies. Registration is required and begins Thursday, May 2nd at 9am. For adults 18+.

This class will be repeated on Thursday, June 13 and registration will begin on June 6.  Register for only one class.  Those who register for the May class will not be permitted to register for the June class, regardless of whether they attended the May class or not.  Those on the May waiting list who do not get to attend may register for June.
Mind/Body Wellness:
Monday, May 13, 7:00 pm
Paragon Martial Arts and Fitness will be leading a Self-Defense program here at Kent Free Library. Learn basic skills to protect oneself from harm by using real-life scenarios.

Registration is required and begins Monday, May 6 at 9:00 am.  For Adults 18+.
Fiction To Film Book
Monday, May 20, 7:00 pm
Meets the 4th Monday of each month from 7:00-8:00pm to explore books that have led to or were adapted from movies.

Library book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Read the Classics Bo
Tuesday, May 21, 7:00 pm
Enjoy a lively discussion of classic literature with other book lovers on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Pick up a copy of each month's title at the Check Out Desk. No registration required. For adults 18+.
Creative Crafters: G
Wednesday, May 22, 7:00 pm
Come make a card to send to a loved one or friend. Ages 18+ welcome to attend. Registration begins on May 15 at 9:00 am.

This class will be repeated on Wednesday, June 26 and registration will begin on June 19. Register for only one class. Those who register for the May class will not be permitted to register for the June class, regardless of whether they attended the May class or not. Those on the May waiting list who do not get to attend may register for June.
Game Night: Telestra
Thursday, May 23, 7:00 pm
Come play Telestrations, the hilarious game of telephone but with drawing. Join us for this laid back, friendly competition for small prizes. Registration required and begins Thursday, May 16 at 9:00 am. For adults 18+.
Board Game Club
Sunday, Jun. 2, 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Enjoy playing board games the first Sunday of each month from 1:30 - 4:30 in the library's 2nd floor meeting room.  Bring a friend or make some new ones!  

No registration required.
No Shelf Control Boo
Monday, Jun. 3, 11:00 am
Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 11:00 am for readers who love Monday mornings, can’t get enough books, and have eclectic reading habits.

ibrary book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Just a Taste Book Cl
Thursday, Jun. 6, 6:30 pm
Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm to explore different genres every month.

Library book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Thursday Morning Boo
Thursday, Jun. 13, 11:00 am
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 11:00 am to discuss popular fiction books.

Library book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Read the Classics Bo
Tuesday, Jun. 18, 7:00 pm
Enjoy a lively discussion of classic literature with other book lovers on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Pick up a copy of each month's title at the Check Out Desk. No registration required. For adults 18+.
Fiction To Film Book
Monday, Jun. 24, 7:00 pm
Meets the 4th Monday of each month from 7:00-8:00pm to explore books that have led to or were adapted from movies.

Library book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
No Shelf Control Boo
Monday, Jul. 1, 11:00 am
Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 11:00 am for readers who love Monday mornings, can’t get enough books, and have eclectic reading habits.

ibrary book clubs are held in the Bumphrey Room and do not require registration (except Diverse Voices which meets on Zoom and requires registration).  Pick up a book at the Check Out desk a few weeks before the discussion; some books may also be found in digital format.  Book clubs are for adults ages 18+.
Board Game Club
Sunday, Jul. 7, 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Enjoy playing board games the first Sunday of each month from 1:30 - 4:30 in the library's 2nd floor meeting room.  Bring a friend or make some new ones!  

No registration required.
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