Kids Talent Show

Reed Memorial Library 167 E Main Street, Ravenna

We’re looking to show off our city’s most talented kids ages 5-13 to wrap up our celebration of National Library Week! Magicians, singers, dancers, poets, and others are encouraged to sign up for the Library Talent Show. Audience members of all ages are welcome to join us for a fun night showcasing the area’s talented kids. All children who participate will earn a prize. Click here to register!

Free

Next Chapter Book Club

Reed Memorial Library 167 E Main Street, Ravenna

A unique community-based book club for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Register online and our librarian, Anne, will contact you with more information. Limited to 8 people. Join us to read books that you get to help choose! This program is designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each month we will spend an hour reading, talking about the chosen book, and completing an activity. Books are not checked out ahead of time but each member will be […]

Free

Community Baby Shower: A fun- and freebie-filled event for new and expecting parents.

Reed Memorial Library 167 E Main Street, Ravenna

Expecting? Parent of a newborn? Join us for our first Community Baby Shower for fun and freebies! We're partnering with the Portage County Health District to provide you with the chance to discover all the resources your community has to offer you and your new bundle of joy. Drop in any time from 11-1 to enjoy refreshments, games, and door prizes while collecting information and giveaways from community partners who are here to support you and your growing family. Siblings […]

Free

Friends of Pierce Streetsboro Library Spring Book Sale

Pierce Streetsboro Library/ PCDL Branch 8990 Kirby Lane, Streetsboro, OH

Please join us for our annual Spring book sale at Pierce Streetsboro Library. All proceeds are used to provide funding to the Pierce Streetsboro Library for programs and supplies.

Free

Friends of Pierce Streetsboro Library Spring Book Sale

Pierce Streetsboro Library/ PCDL Branch 8990 Kirby Lane, Streetsboro, OH

Please join us for our annual Spring book sale at Pierce Streetsboro Library. All proceeds are used to provide funding to the Pierce Streetsboro Library for programs and supplies.

Free

Historic Walking Tour: Ravenna 100 Years Ago

Reed Memorial Library 167 E Main Street, Ravenna

During this walk we will look at historic photos and learn what life was like in Ravenna in the early 20th century. This walk is approximately 1 mile, and will last about 1 hour. Kevin Gray, Vice President of the Portage County Historical Society, will lead the tour. Tours are weather dependent. Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable walking shoes. We'll meet at the front of the library near the Main Street entrance. Limited to 20 participants.

Free

Edith Chase Symposium

Col. Architecture & Environmental Design 132 S. Lincoln St., Kent

'Invasive Species in Ohio: A Threat to Biodiversity' Presentation by Mary Mertz, Director Ohio Dept. Natural Resources. Invasive species can disrupt food webs, alter habitats, and reduce biodiversity, which can have far-reaching consequences in Ohio and across the Midwest. ODNR Director Mary Mertz, will discuss the critical importance of controlling invasive plant and animal species for the future of Ohio’s natural areas. Attendees will come away with a deeper understanding of the impact of invasive species and how they can […]

Last Exit Bookstore Open Poetry

3rd Friday Open Poetry at Last Exit Bookstore.124 E Main St #1, Kent, OH.  Come perform your original poems, songs, or other short recitations.

Next Chapter Book Club

Reed Memorial Library 167 E Main Street, Ravenna

A unique community-based book club for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Register online and our librarian, Anne, will contact you with more information. Limited to 8 people. Join us to read books that you get to help choose! This program is designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each month we will spend an hour reading, talking about the chosen book, and completing an activity. Books are not checked out ahead of time but each member will be […]

Free

6th Annual Edith Chase Poetry Reading: Songs for Wild Ohio

Poets from around Ohio will read their poems in a theatrical style poetry reading at the Wick Poetry Center Garden, 126 S Lincoln St, Kent, OH 44242.  Park at the Kent State Fashion Museum.   In case of rain, we will move next door, at the Kent State School of Architecture and Environmental Design, Cene Lecture Hall.

Free
Event Series Young at Heart

Young at Heart

Young at Heart organization for 55 and older, meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Immaculate Conception Hall Parish. We gather for meals, meeting and fellowship. All denominations are welcome. To attend or for more information call Sandra at 330-322-0231.