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VOTE: 17th Annual Youth Photo Contest
VOTE: 17th Annual Youth Photo Contest Saturday, Jul. 27 The photos that have been entered in the 17th Annual Youth Photo Contest are on display in the Children’s Room from July 15 through July 28 for the public to view and vote for their favorite. The top three photographers will receive Target gift cards. Librarians will notify winners by August 5...read more
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom Saturday, Jul. 27, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Families with children that are infants through Kindergarteners are invited to visit the Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom. The playroom is open Wedensday afternoon through Sunday. This room is a drop in room with activities geared to developing a child's imagination, learning numbers and lett...read more
Saturday Story Time
10:30 a.m. Saturday Story Time Saturday, Jul. 27, 10:30 a.m. Families with children of all ages are invited to join us as a different librarian shares stories and songs on Saturdays this summer! Following story time participants are invited to complete a simple craft. Registration is required for each story time and begins one week in advance of each meeting....read more
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VOTE: 17th Annual Youth Photo Contest
VOTE: 17th Annual Youth Photo Contest Sunday, Jul. 28 The photos that have been entered in the 17th Annual Youth Photo Contest are on display in the Children’s Room from July 15 through July 28 for the public to view and vote for their favorite. The top three photographers will receive Target gift cards. Librarians will notify winners by August 5...read more
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom Sunday, Jul. 28, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Families with children that are infants through Kindergarteners are invited to visit the Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom. The playroom is open Wedensday afternoon through Sunday. This room is a drop in room with activities geared to developing a child's imagination, learning numbers and lett...read more
Baby and Toddler Olympics
2:00 p.m. Baby and Toddler Olympics Sunday, Jul. 28, 2:00 p.m.  Families with children 6 months to 3 years old ar invited to join us for Olympic themed fun! Little ones and their grown up will move through a variety of stations to achieve their gold medal status. Registration is required and begins on week in advance. Space is limited.
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Toddler Tales
10:30 a.m. Toddler Tales Monday, Jul. 29, 10:30 a.m.9.png) A story time specifically designed with 2 and 3-year-olds in mind! Enjoy songs, stories, flannelboards, and more! For kiddos 2 and 3 years old with a favorite grown-up. Registration is required and begins one week in advance of each meeting.
Baby Time
11:15 a.m. Baby Time Monday, Jul. 29, 11:15 a.m. Infants through 23 month old children and their favorite adult are invited to join us for baby story time. Each week we'll share stories, songs and flannel activities. Registration is required for each weekly meeting and begins one week in advance of each meeting.
Summer Lunch at the Library
1 to 2 p.m. Summer Lunch at the Library Monday, Jul. 29, 1 to 2 p.m. In partnership with the Community Action Council of Portage County KFL will be offering lunch during the summer! Children ages 18 and younger may visit the library Monday through Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. for a free lunch. Lunches will be available in the cafe space on the first floor of the libr...read more
Dungeons & Dragons A
4:30 PM Dungeons & Dragons A Monday, Jul. 29, 4:30 PM Registration for this section is full.Join us for some tabletop questing! Create your character and get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! The librarian will be your dungeon master and guide your ragtag team through whatever the campaign throws at you. Choose to join on Mondays, Tuesday...read more
Dungeons & Dragons B
5:30 PM Dungeons & Dragons B Monday, Jul. 29, 5:30 PM Registration for this section is full.Join us for some tabletop questing! Create your character and get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! The librarian will be your dungeon master and guide your ragtag team through whatever the campaign throws at you. Choose to join on Mondays, Tuesday...read more
Mario Party Superstars Night
7:00 p.m. Mario Party Superstars Night Monday, Jul. 29, 7:00 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12, join us at the library for a thrilling Mario Party Superstars event where teens can challenge each other, strategize, and enjoy friendly competition in the iconic Nintendo universe.
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Mindful Mornings
10:30 AM Mindful Mornings Tuesday, Jul. 30, 10:30 AM For children entering pre-k - kindergarten with an adultJoin us for calm, peaceful activities designed to inspire mindful moments for your little ones. Activities may include sand play, mandala making, process art projects, and more. Mindful Mornings will meet on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM, May 28 –...read more
Summer Lunch at the Library
1 to 2 p.m. Summer Lunch at the Library Tuesday, Jul. 30, 1 to 2 p.m. In partnership with the Community Action Council of Portage County KFL will be offering lunch during the summer! Children ages 18 and younger may visit the library Monday through Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. for a free lunch. Lunches will be available in the cafe space on the first floor of the libr...read more
Club 4 & 5
2:00 PM Club 4 & 5 Tuesday, Jul. 30, 2:00 PM Children ages 4 and 5 years old can join us for 45-minutes of fun! Each week we will read different themed stories, sing and dance to songs, and complete a craft. Children attend this program independently. Club 4 & 5 will meet every Tuesday between May 30 and July 25.Registration is required an...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
3:00-4:15 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Tuesday, Jul. 30, 3:00-4:15 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
4:30-5:45 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Tuesday, Jul. 30, 4:30-5:45 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
6:00-7:15 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Tuesday, Jul. 30, 6:00-7:15 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
7:30-8:45 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Tuesday, Jul. 30, 7:30-8:45 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Tales and Treats: Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey
4:00 p.m. Tales and Treats: Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey Tuesday, Jul. 30, 4:00 p.m. Each week, listen to a few chapters of Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey by Erin Entrada Kelly, then enjoy games, crafts, outdoor play, and a snack! For kiddos entering kindergarten - 2nd grade. Registration is required and begins one week in advance of each weekly session.
Dungeons & Dragons C
4:00 PM Dungeons & Dragons C Tuesday, Jul. 30, 4:00 PM Registration for this section is full.Join us for some tabletop questing! Create your character and get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! The librarian will be your dungeon master and guide your ragtag team through whatever the campaign throws at you. Choose to join on Mondays, Tu...read more
Pajama Time
6:30 p.m. Pajama Time Tuesday, Jul. 30, 6:30 p.m. Put on your pajamas and come to the library for a nighttime story time! We will read stories, sing and dance, play with flannelboards and more! For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and begins one week in advance of each meeting.
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Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
3:00-4:15 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Wednesday, Jul. 31, 3:00-4:15 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
4:30-5:45 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Wednesday, Jul. 31, 4:30-5:45 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
6:00-7:15 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Wednesday, Jul. 31, 6:00-7:15 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge
7:30-8:45 pm Mission Critical: Escape Room Challenge Wednesday, Jul. 31, 7:30-8:45 pm Imagine you're an astronaut, traveling amongst the stars, when suddenly your spaceship breaks down. It's up to you and your team to follow the clues to repair and reboot the systems before you run out of oxygen in this space-themed escape room! For adults 18+. Registration is required and be...read more
Movement and Music Story Time
10:30 a.m. Movement and Music Story Time Wednesday, Jul. 31, 10:30 a.m. Families with children of all ages are invited to join us for lots of singing and dancing! Each week, the librarian will read one story and lead a variety of flannel board activities, songs and dances. Registration is required one week in advance of each meeting. Registration begins one week in...read more
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom Wednesday, Jul. 31, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Families with children that are infants through Kindergarteners are invited to visit the Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom. The playroom is open Wedensday afternoon through Sunday. This room is a drop in room with activities geared to developing a child's imagination, learning numbers and lett...read more
Summer Lunch at the Library
1 to 2 p.m. Summer Lunch at the Library Wednesday, Jul. 31, 1 to 2 p.m. In partnership with the Community Action Council of Portage County KFL will be offering lunch during the summer! Children ages 18 and younger may visit the library Monday through Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. for a free lunch. Lunches will be available in the cafe space on the first floor of the libr...read more
Dungeons & Dragons D
4:30 PM Dungeons & Dragons D Wednesday, Jul. 31, 4:30 PM For students entering grades 5 through 10Join us for some tabletop questing! Create your character and get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! The librarian will be your dungeon master and guide your ragtag team through whatever the campaign throws at you. Choose to join on Mondays,...read more
Kids Step-By-Step Paint Night: Open Paint Night
6:00 p.m. Kids Step-By-Step Paint Night: Open Paint Night Wednesday, Jul. 31, 6:00 p.m. Participants will be provided with a canvas, paint, brushes, and freedom to paint and create whatever they like! No prior experience necessary. For kids entering grades 3 - 5. Registration is required and begins one week in advance.
Tarot Club
7:00 PM Tarot Club Wednesday, Jul. 31, 7:00 PM Have you always been interested in the mysteries of the tarot? This is your sign to start exploring them! Students in grades 6-10 are invited to join us to explore the artistry of different tarot and oracle decks and learn how to use the cards for self-reflection, meditation, creativity, and critica...read more
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