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Library of Things Collection

Did you know the Barberton Public Library loans more than books, movies, magazines, and music? Our Library of Things Collection is now ready to be checked out!

The Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional materials including equipment, gadgets, tools, games, kits, electronics, and more — all available to check out for free with a library card. Need something for a one-time project or want to try before you buy? Explore the collection and discover your next new Thing to borrow!

Homecoming Dress Giveaway

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Dates & times	Sat, 09/12/2015 - 2:00pm -Sat, 09/12/2015 - 3:00pm
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Community members are encouraged to donate clean and gently used homecoming dresses. On the day of the exchange, high school students can browse the donations and take home one garment. Those who donate a garment will receive a ticket to enter the exchange a half-hour early.

Contact Name: Mary Eritano
Contact Phone: 330-745-1194 x1413

Tech Coaching

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Make an appointment with the reference the desk staff for free individual technology
training sessions.

· Sessions are 30 minutes to 1 hour.
· Call 24 hours in advance to cancel.
· Walk-in appointments are accepted when staff are available.
· Bring in your own device for training.

Magic City Kiwanis

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Dates & times	Tue, 09/22/2015 - 5:30pm -Tue, 09/22/2015 - 6:30pm
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Board of Directors' Meeting

Contact Name: Elizabeth Wilson
Contact Phone: 330-745-3358

Halloween Costume Swap

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Dates & times	Sat, 10/10/2015 - 2:00pm -Sat, 10/10/2015 - 3:00pm
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Bring a costume and exchange for another one! Open to kids and adults. Details here.

Contact Name: Mary Eritano
Contact Phone: 330-745-1194 x1413

Magic City Kiwanis

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Dates & times	Tue, 11/17/2015 - 4:00pm -Tue, 11/17/2015 - 5:30pm
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Board of Directors' Meeting

Contact Name: Elizabeth Wilson
Contact Phone: 330-745-3358

Pokemon Club

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Dates & times	Sat, 08/01/2015 - 2:30pm -Sat, 08/01/2015 - 3:30pm
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Join fellow Pokemon fanatics one Saturday a month for everything Pokemon. There will be an activity to do each month, plus you can bring your cards to share or trade (if it's okay with your parents). This program is for children in grades K - 8.

Paws to Read

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Caring Therapy Canines - Paws for Love
Children of all ages can practice reading aloud to friendly, trained therapy dogs. Join us!
Meet Gracie, one of our very special dogs. She loves to be read to. Read your favorite book, we're sure it will be her favorite too! Visit the paws to read page.

Vellamo Band - September 1 from 6:30 to 7:30pm

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Dates & times	Tue, 09/01/2015 - 6:30pm
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Vellamo is the performing and songwriting team of Pia Leinonen and Joni Tiala. Their music is characterized by haunting melodies, Pia's ethereal lead vocals and Joni's virtuosic guitar stylings. They write instantl vellamo band posing

y memorable songs in English as well as their native Finnish, and also perform traditional ballads from the Finnish, Celtic and Scandinavian folk traditions.

On their fourth visit to US their 7 week “Northern Beat 2015 – Tour” will take them from New England all the way to Pacific Northwest through 20 states and over 20 concerts.

Vellamo released their first album in early 2013. The album was engineered and co-produced by Ken Anderson at his home studio called Song Catcher Recording, in Vermont, US. This renowned folk musician (Hungrytown) also plays drum and bass tracks on the album. The tone of the album is clear and bright, respectful of tradition yet sounding fresh. It features both original and traditional songs.

Visit the Vellamo Band on Facebook

The History of Comics in America with Author Brad Ricca

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Dates & times	Mon, 08/03/2015 - 6:30pm
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The History of Comics in America
Monday, August 3, 6:30pm-7:30pm

Super Boys book cover - yellow background with superman legs visible as he flies off of the top of the cover city on bottom of the cover. Super Boys text in the middle

Join us for a overview of the history of comics and superheroes in the United States, touching on how art and early publishing practices combined to create what is now the driving niche of the American popular culture.

Ricca teaches at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. He is a recipient of a 2014 Cleveland Arts Prize for Emerging Artist in Literature. Brad Ricca is the author of Super Boys: The Amazing Adventures of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster - The Creators of Superman

Superboys is A comprehensive literary biography of the creators of the Superman character draws on a decade of research and new discoveries to provide coverage of such lesser-known topics as the real inspiration for Lois Lane, Siegel's secret work during World War II and the story behind Siegel's father's suspicious death.

Ohio Spirits with Jim Kleefeld - Thursday, October 8 at 6:30pm

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Dates & times	Thu, 10/08/2015 - 6:30pm
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Ohio Spirits: Stories, Legends, and Tales from Haunted Ohio Places
with Jim Kleefeld

Ghostly Tales of Haunted Places - a fascinating look into legends of the spirit world in Ohio. Hear stories, see displays, investigate phenomena, discover books and research from locations well-documented as having a link with the dead. As always, Jim includes many references to the books, papers and online research he has used while investigating ghosts right here in Ohio.

Does a wooden toy box hold the spirit of a young boy who died mysteriously?
Can a man return from the dead through a photograph?
Will an old woman ring a bell long after she has died?
Can people who have passed on leave messages for the living?