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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.

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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Sunday, May. 5, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Concert Series: Rubber City Ukes
2:00 pm
Concert Series: Rubber City Ukes
Sunday, May 5, 2:00 pmConcert Series: Rubb
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 ...read more
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Wednesday, May. 8, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Mother’s Day Paint Night: Floral Bouquet
4:00 p.m.
Mother’s Day Paint Night: Floral Bouquet
Wednesday, May 8, 4:00 p.m.Mother’s Day P
Kids in grades 3 – 5 can bring their mothers to this special Mother’s Day paint night! Each mother/child pair will work on one painting together. All supplies will be provided by the library and no painting experience is required. Registration is required. Please register for only o...read more

Tarot Club
7:00 PM
 Tarot Club
Wednesday, May. 8, 7:00 PMTarot Club
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
Mother’s Day Paint Night: Floral Bouquet
7:00 p.m.
Mother’s Day Paint Night: Floral Bouquet
Wednesday, May 8, 7:00 p.m.Mother’s Day P
Kids in grades 3 – 5 can bring their mothers to this special Mother’s Day paint night! Each mother/child pair will work on one painting together. All supplies will be provided by the library and no painting experience is required. Registration is required. Please register for only o...read more

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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Thursday, May. 9, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Tween Zone: Origami Tulips
7:00 p.m.
 Tween Zone: Origami Tulips
Thursday, May 9, 7:00 p.m.Tween Zone: Origami
Children in grades 3 through 5 are invited to join us for a different activity each week. This week we'll celebrate all the moms, aunts and grandmas in our lives by making them an arrangement of origami tulips.  Activities range from crafts, science experiments and games. Registration is re...read more

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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Friday, May. 10, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Saturday, May. 11, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Sunday, May. 12, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Wednesday, May. 15, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Pokémon Club
4:00 p.m.
 Pokémon Club
Wednesday, May 15, 4:00 p.m.Pokémon Club
Whether you like to battle, trade, or just discuss all things Pokémon, this club is for you! Bring your cards and decks and join us for an hour of poke-tastic fun! For grades preK - 8. Registration is required for each meeting. Registration begins one week in advance of each meeting. 

Registration required, begins May 8.
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Thursday, May. 16, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Friday, May. 17, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Saturday, May. 18, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Paws to Read with Bing
11:00 a.m.
 Paws to Read with Bing
Saturday, May 18, 11:00 a.m.Paws to Read with Bi
Children in grades K-5 are invited to sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Spend 15 minutes reading to Bing. Choose one time slot. Bring a book from home or choose one from the library. Registration is required. 

Registration required, begins May 11.
Paws to Read with Bing
11:15 a.m.
 Paws to Read with Bing
Saturday, May 18, 11:15 a.m.Paws to Read with Bi
Children in grades K-5 are invited to sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Spend 15 minutes reading to Bing. Choose one time slot. Bring a book from home or choose one from the library. Registration is required. 

Registration required, begins May 11.
Paws to Read with Bing
11:30 a.m.
 Paws to Read with Bing
Saturday, May 18, 11:30 a.m.Paws to Read with Bi
Children in grades K-5 are invited to sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Spend 15 minutes reading to Bing. Choose one time slot. Bring a book from home or choose one from the library. Registration is required. 

Registration required, begins May 11.
Paws to Read with Bing
11:45 a.m.
 Paws to Read with Bing
Saturday, May 18, 11:45 a.m.Paws to Read with Bi
Children in grades K-5 are invited to sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Spend 15 minutes reading to Bing. Choose one time slot. Bring a book from home or choose one from the library. Registration is required. 

Registration required, begins May 11.
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Sunday, May. 19, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Wednesday, May. 22, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Ready, Set, Art!
6:00 p.m.
 Ready, Set, Art!
Wednesday, May 22, 6:00 p.m.Ready, Set, Art!
Are you a serious artist?  Maybe you have never picked up a drawing pencil. Either way, come explore and develop your artistic talents at the library.  Each one-hour session will begin with a prompt and end with a masterpiece. All art materials provided by the library. For kids in grades 1...read more

Registration required, begins May 15.
Tarot Club
7:00 PM
 Tarot Club
Wednesday, May. 22, 7:00 PMTarot Club
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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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Thursday, May. 23, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Friday, May. 24, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Saturday, May. 25, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Sunday, May. 26, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Movement and Music Story Time
10:30 a.m.
 Movement and Music Story Time
Tuesday, May 28, 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 required, begins May 21.
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Movement and Music Story Time
10:30 a.m.
 Movement and Music Story Time
Wednesday, May 29, 10:30 a.m.Movement and Music S
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 required, begins May 29.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Wednesday, May. 29, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
Paws to Read with Rex
6:15 p.m.
 Paws to Read with Rex
Wednesday, May 29, 6:15 p.m.
Children entering grades K-5 are invited to sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to Rex. Rex is a certifired therapy dog and loves listening to stories! 

Registration required, begins May 29.
Paws to Read with Rex
6:30 p.m.
 Paws to Read with Rex
Wednesday, May 29, 6:30 p.m.Paws to Read with Re
Children entering grades K-5 are invited to sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to Rex. Rex is a certifired therapy dog and loves listening to stories! 

Registration required, begins May 29.
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Thursday, May. 30, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
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Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Kent Rotary Early Literacy Playroom
Friday, May. 31, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Kent Rotary Early Li
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
 
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